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Today, we chat with Claire Porter about the emotional storytelling behind her equine photography, the design process of Art~Scarves, and how art becomes a companion. From limited-edition prints to limited-edition scarves, Claire shares the evolution of her creative process and the new ways audiences connect with her art.Hosts: Jennifer Hebert, Morgan Nicole ZipperlenContact: Sophia Jagella, WESA Marketing SpecialistGuest: Claire Porter, Claire Porter PhotographyWebsite: https://claireporterphotography.com/pages/skarf-artFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/claireporterphotography/

The Mystic Chamber Music Series is the subject of this week's program with Thomas Readett, Artistic and Executive Director and Sila Senturk, pianist. We talk about the upcoming 2025-2026 series and their concert coming up on Saturday October 11, 5:30 PM at The Noank Baptist Church. For more information you can go to www.mysticchambermusicseries.com

This week we talked to David Weed! We chopped it up about comic books, video games, food that will burn your mouth, secondary condiments, basketball, puppets, and so much more. Oh, we are back! Music this week:David Weed, Grails, Armpit Termites, and Private Lives

We meet Travis Dewes of the Rapid City Arts Council, Sioux Falls theatre leader Bob Wendland and award-winning photographer Aaron C Packard in Vermillion.

In this episode of the Official Xbox Podcast, we have Matty and Mikey in from Squanch Games to talk about one of our most anticipated sequels, High On Life 2. We're going to dive deep into the comedy of the game, how they come up with all of those eclectic weapons we know and love, the look and feel of world, and how the studio is turning around this follow up only three years after the first.00:00 Introduction03:00 How are you holding up?04:47 How did you turn around a sequel so quickly?07:44 Comedy13:43 Artistic style differences between High On Life and the sequel15:34 ConCon at Gamescon17:53 Hub system22:27 Writing for the game23:33 Celebrity voice actors25:39 Gun design 27:10 Balancing guns and characters29:00 Will Kenny be in the sequel?30:05 What are you most excited about in High On Life 2? 33:03 Final thoughts34:31 Outro FOLLOW XBOXFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/Xbox​​​ Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/Xbox​​​ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Xbox

Today we're heading to the sun-drenched island of Mallorca, a place where rugged mountains meet the sparkling Mediterranean and olive groves stretch as far as the eye can see. There's a reason creative souls like Joan Miró and Robert Graves made this island their home—it's a place that inspires art, reflection, and a slower, richer way of living. Joining me from the hillside village of Deià, at the legendary Belmond La Residencia, is General Manager Thomas Moons. We explore the island's layered history, local traditions, and hidden corners that many visitors never see. Thomas also shares insider details about the property and its stunning art collection.  So get out the olive oil and crusty bread, imagine taking a deep breath of that Mediterranean air, and enjoy this new episode of Luxury Travel Insider.   Looking to book a luxury hotel? Get special perks and support the podcast by booking here: https://www.virtuoso.com/advisor/sarahgroen/travel/luxury-hotels If you want our expert guidance and help planning a luxury trip with experiences you can't find online, tell us more here and we'll reach out: https://bellandblytravel.com/book-a-trip/   Learn more at www.luxtravelinsider.com   Connect with me on Social: Instagram LinkedIn  

On this weeks show Fonseca talks with Pete Capella American actor, stand-up comedian, producer and artistic director, who is best known for voicing Silver the Hedgehog in the Sonic the Hedgehog video game franchise from 2006 to 2009a NJ native, began studying acting and comedy at the age of 16 and graduated with a BA in Theatre and Film. He honed his craft studying in NYC and performing in over 3000 live shows; all while booking TV, film and voice over - most notably as the voice of Silver the Hedgehog in the Sonic the Hedgehog games for SEGA. In 2007, Pete made the cross-country trek to Los Angeles, where he has been a regular on NFL's Riggle's Picks, has various TV and Film credits and is an accomplished producer and writer, as one half of Good Boy Treat Productions. When not on stage or film, Capella can be found surfing, rock climbing, painting or obsessing over his vinyl collection.Fonseca and AMV talk about the Wednesday Show, 2026 movies,4D and Halloween.

Insíonn Lorcán Ó Cinnéide dúinn faoi taispeántas nua i gCaisleán Baile Átha Cliath.

Fluent Fiction - Italian: Galleria of Dreams: Luca's Artistic Rebirth in Rome Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/it/episode/2025-09-06-22-34-02-it Story Transcript:It: La luce del tardo pomeriggio estivo illuminava la Galleria Borghese, riflettendosi sui pavimenti di marmo.En: The light of the late summer afternoon illuminated the Galleria Borghese, reflecting off the marble floors.It: Le statue antiche e i dipinti secolari sembravano osservare, silenziosi testimoni del passaggio del tempo.En: The ancient statues and centuries-old paintings seemed to watch, silent witnesses to the passage of time.It: Tra queste maestose opere, si trovava esposta la nuova installazione di Luca, giovane artista in cerca di riconoscimento.En: Among these majestic works was displayed the new installation by Luca, a young artist in search of recognition.It: Luca, con cuore ansioso, osservava le persone muoversi attorno alla sua opera.En: Luca, with an anxious heart, watched people move around his work.It: Tra queste c'era Giulia, la rinomata curatrice con il suo sguardo critico.En: Among them was Giulia, the renowned curator with her critical gaze.It: La sua reputazione per l'occhio esigente la precedeva, e Luca si sentiva un piccolo pesce in un grande stagno.En: Her reputation for a discerning eye preceded her, and Luca felt like a small fish in a big pond.It: Il tema della sua installazione era "Rinascita".En: The theme of his installation was "Rebirth."It: Un insieme di colori vivaci e forme audaci che voleva esprimere la speranza e la rinascita dall'oscurità.En: A collection of vibrant colors and bold shapes that aimed to express hope and rebirth from darkness.It: Tuttavia, il silenzio di Giulia pesava sul suo cuore come un macigno.En: However, Giulia's silence weighed on his heart like a stone.It: Luca, impaziente e insicuro, decise di cambiare tutto all'ultimo minuto.En: Luca, impatient and insecure, decided to change everything at the last minute.It: Ricollocò le sculture, spostò le tele.En: He rearranged the sculptures, moved the canvases.It: Voleva che ogni elemento riflettesse meglio l'urgenza della sua visione artistica.En: He wanted every element to better reflect the urgency of his artistic vision.It: Infine, con un sospiro profondo, si avvicinò a Giulia.En: Finally, with a deep sigh, he approached Giulia.It: "Signora Giulia," cominciò, la voce tremante.En: "Signora Giulia," he began, his voice trembling.It: "So che forse la mia opera non è perfetta, ma rappresenta la mia lotta per esprimere il cambiamento, la crescita."En: "I know that perhaps my work is not perfect, but it represents my struggle to express change, growth."It: Giulia, inizialmente impassibile, pose lo sguardo su di lui.En: Giulia, initially impassive, turned her gaze upon him.It: Luca spiegò ogni elemento: i colori scelti, i tratti imperfetti ma vivi, il caos che cercava ordine.En: Luca explained each element: the colors chosen, the imperfect but lively strokes, the chaos seeking order.It: Mentre parlava, la sua passione cominciò a emergere non solo nelle sue parole, ma nei suoi occhi scintillanti.En: As he spoke, his passion began to emerge not only in his words but in his sparkling eyes.It: "A volte," disse Giulia, finalmente con un lieve sorriso, "non è la perfezione a colpire, ma la sincerità e l'anima dell'artista."En: "Sometimes," said Giulia, finally with a slight smile, "it is not perfection that strikes, but the sincerity and soul of the artist."It: Guardò Luca ora con uno sguardo diverso.En: She looked at Luca now with a different gaze.It: "Vedo potenziale in te, giovane Luca.En: "I see potential in you, young Luca.It: Accetto di guidarti, ma dovrai lavorare molto."En: I agree to guide you, but you will have to work hard."It: Luca sentì un peso sollevarsi dal suo cuore.En: Luca felt a weight lift from his heart.It: Giulia, con la sua critica costruttiva, aveva aperto una porta.En: Giulia, with her constructive criticism, had opened a door.It: Con più fiducia in se stesso, si sentì pronto a intraprendere un percorso di resilienza e crescita.En: With more confidence in himself, he felt ready to embark on a path of resilience and growth.It: Così, tra le antiche mura della Galleria Borghese, non nacque solo un'opera d'arte, ma anche una storia di determinazione e rivelazione.En: Thus, within the ancient walls of the Galleria Borghese, not only was a work of art born but also a story of determination and revelation.It: Luca, rafforzato e grato, uscì nel dolce sole di Roma, con un nuovo senso di scopo e la promessa di un futuro brillante davanti a lui.En: Luca, strengthened and grateful, stepped out into the sweet sun of Rome, with a new sense of purpose and the promise of a bright future ahead of him. Vocabulary Words:afternoon: il pomeriggiocurator: la curatriceinstallation: l'installazionehope: la speranzasculpture: la sculturaweight: il pesopath: il percorsoresilience: la resilienzagaze: lo sguardosilence: il silenziostone: il macignostruggle: la lottapotential: il potenzialeconfidence: la fiduciatransformation: la trasformazioneorder: l'ordinechaos: il caoswitness: il testimonereflection: il riflessodiscernment: il discernimentochange: il cambiamentoconstructive: costruttivorevelation: la rivelazionevibrant: vivacestroke: il trattopromise: la promessafuture: il futurodetermination: la determinazionesincerity: la sinceritàgrowth: la crescita

You know how it goes. Every speaker wants to be seen as authentic, genuine, the real deal. But let's pull back the curtain for a second. How many of you are actually brave enough to be yourselves when you're out there, or are you just playing a part, hoping to please the crowd, and totally forgetting your own well-being in the process? On this episode of The Wealthy Speaker Podcast, I'm thrilled to have my former client, Judi Holler, join us again. Judi shares her incredible journey of self-discovery – a path that led her to completely transform her life and business. Get ready to be inspired as she reveals how she built a thriving enterprise that truly aligns with a happier, more fulfilling existence.If you want to become a more authentic version of yourself, happier, healthier and more fulfilled, you simply can't afford to miss this episode.For access to FULL SHOW NOTES, including video and links, visit https://www.speakerlauncher.com/category/podcast/

Episode Summary:Legendary guitarist and multimedia artist Andy Summers (The Police) joins Steve Roby on Backstage Bay Area to discuss his innovative one-man show, which focuses on live guitar, storytelling, and evocative photography. Andy shares insights into his creative process, the evolution of his performance, and the threads connecting his music, visual art, and writing.Highlights:Andy's multimedia show: A blend of live guitar, narration, and a curated sequence of his photography, creating an immersive, cinematic experience.The Evolution of the Show: How Technical Improvements and Growing Confidence Have Shaped His Stage Presence and Storytelling.Artistic connections: Andy's thoughts on sensibility as the common thread between music, photography, and narrative.Behind the scenes: The technical setup and the intimate feel of performing in smaller theaters.Revisiting collaborations: Reflections on his work with Robert Fripp and the rediscovery of unreleased tracks.The Police legacy: Andy's perspective on archival releases, box sets, and the enduring appeal of the band's music.Creative process: Scoring his own images, the abstract relationship between music and photography, and the ongoing evolution of his work.New projects: Hints at a novel set in Japan and upcoming performances, including the San Francisco show at the Presidio Theater.Event Info:An Evening with Andy SummersSaturday, September 27th, 7:30 PMPresidio Theater, San FranciscoTickets: presidiotheater.orgMore info: andysummers.comThanks for listening to Backstage Bay Area!

What does it mean to create your own personal theology? In this episode, CJ Miller sits down with author and spiritual explorer Larry Jordan to review and unpack his book The Way and to discuss the journey of questioning, searching, and embracing a wide spectrum of wisdom traditions.Raised Catholic in Western Pennsylvania, Larry found himself in midlife asking life's biggest questions: Why are we here? Where do we go when we die? His search led him through Christianity, mysticism, Eastern faiths, and even science—discovering along the way that no single tradition holds all the answers.Together, CJ and Larry explore:Why holding beliefs lightly opens space for deeper truth.The surprising ways East and West have influenced each other.How mystics, quantum physics, and prayer all point toward oneness.The difference between faith as certainty and faith as curiosity.Larry's eclectic spiritual practice—drawing from Zen, Quaker meetings, and interspiritual communities.At the heart of the conversation is Larry's invitation: “You Might Be Right.” Instead of rigid dogma, he calls for dialogue, openness, and humility in the face of mystery.If you've ever wondered how to honor your roots while remaining open to other traditions, or if you're curious about blending science, mysticism, and spirituality into your own practice, this conversation will expand your perspective.Larry Jordan is the author of The Way, contributor to the Patheos column You Might Be Right, and an interspiritual teacher encouraging seekers to ask questions and embrace wonder. Learn more at larryjordanauthor.com.Want to learn more about CJ Miller? Check out his Spiritual Artist Retreats, 1:1 Personal Coaching, and Speaking Engagements at www.spiritualartisttoday.com. His retreats are designed to help you reconnect with your Creative Intelligence and express your true artistic voice. You can also find his upcoming schedule there, and his book, The Spiritual Artist, is available on Amazon.

In this exciting podcast episode, we sit down with a young and passionate Tunisian actress who is gracefully balancing her academic pursuits with her dedication to the art of acting, we dive into the challenges she faces, her cultural influences and the ways in which she finds a beautiful harmony between her academic studies and there are autistic aspirations. Get ready to be captivated by her story, as she shares her experiences, insights and the transformative power of acting and self expression in her life. Don't miss this episode as we uncover the world of a talented young actress on the rise

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Episode 189 - This episode explores the mystery of the Visitation, focusing on the profound relationship between Mary and Elizabeth, the significance of charity, and the role of the Holy Spirit. Hosts, Father Sean Danda and Nathanael Rea, delve into the scriptural context, the prophetic nature of their encounter, and the importance of relationships in spiritual growth.Key takeaways:Mary's journey to visit Elizabeth symbolizes charity and love of neighbor.The Visitation highlights the importance of the Holy Spirit in recognizing God's presence.Mary's greeting brings forth joy and life, illustrating the power of connection.The relationship between Mary and Elizabeth serves as a model for mutual support among women.The significance of being filled with the Holy Spirit is emphasized in both women's experiences.The encounter reflects the fulfillment of God's promises through their pregnancies.The hidden aspects of their relationship reveal the depth of spiritual encounters.Artistic representations often miss the subtleties of Mary's early pregnancy.The interplay between the unborn John and Jesus signifies the dignity of life in the womb.The conversation encourages reflection on the importance of relationships in spiritual life.

In this episode of Fit, Fun, and Frazzled, host Nikki Lanigan welcomes back guest Cassandra Budzak for a deep and insightful conversation. They discuss the significant changes in Cassandra's life since her last appearance, including getting married, becoming a mother, and navigating new work adventures. Cassandra talks about if there really is balance in work, motherhood, and life. They explore the challenges and rewards of integrating spirituality into daily life, the importance of creative outlets, and Cassandra's return to acting. The episode is filled with inspiring stories, including insights on maintaining alignment and finding joy amidst the chaos of modern motherhood.00:00:  Introduction and Guest Reintroduction00:55:  Balancing Work, Motherhood, and Spiritual Practice01:52:  Integrating Spiritual Practices into Motherhood07:11:  Challenges and Realizations of Motherhood10:03:  Navigating Work and Motherhood19:49:  Voice Memo Coaching and Flexibility22:49:  Cookbook Revamp and Postpartum Journey27:21:  Acting Career and Personal Insights28:08:  Creative Outlets and Acting Aspirations28:38:  Spiritual Awakening and Career Shift30:11:  Health Coaching and Business Success31:27:  Personal Loss and Re-evaluation33:17:  Balancing Coaching and Acting39:02:  Embracing Acting and Public Perception41:56:  Motherhood and Creative Pursuits44:21:  Spirituality in Acting48:40:  Navigating the Film Industry52:45:  Connecting with the AudienceCassandra Bodzak is a thought leader, best-selling author and sought after on-camera personality and speaker in the mindfulness and personal development world. She is also the host of the popular spiritual podcast, "You with Intention". You may have seen Cassandra on ABC's The Taste with Anthony Bourdain as the ‘happy, healthy living guru' or in her work with SHAPE, Eating Well, Huffington Post, Teen Vogue, Thrive, Fabletics, Lululemon, SoulCycle and many more. She has been called “an award winning thought leader and intuitive coach” in Forbes and “a spiritual leader” by Well + Good. Cassandra helps people all over the world learn The Process for bringing their soul's desires into their everyday reality through her online group program, Divinely Design Your Life as well as through all the free content she shares on her YouTube and social media.You can find Cassandra:Website: https://cassandrabodzak.com/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/CassandraBodzakTVInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/cassandrabodzak/#Find Nikki:Instagram: www.instagram.com/elevate_and_align_and at www.instagram.com/fitfunandfrazzledpodcast

Join Al Mega as he interviews writer Mark Russell and artist Ryan Alexander-Tanner about Vanishing Point, their bold new six-issue sci-fi miniseries from Mad Cave Studios! Dive into a surreal, time-bending narrative full of sharp wit, eye-popping art, and deep existential questions. Hear about their creative journeys, how they teamed up, and what makes this story one of the wildest rides in comics today! 🪠Topics covered: Creative origins of Mark and Ryan How Vanishing Point was born Philosophical depth meets comic book thrills Artistic style and visual storytelling Industry insights and fun behind-the-scenes moments 🔗 Watch now and prepare for a mental warp! Follow Mark at: @manruss | Follow Ryan at: @ohyesverynice This series is a must-read for fans of Black Mirror, The Twilight Zone, and Love, Death + Robots. Vanishing Point #1 is in stores NOW. Get the latest news on Mad Cave Studios on social media, or visit www.madcavestudios.com to check out the full lineup of new releases, licenses, and celebrated creator-owned titles! Thank You for Watching / Listening! We appreciate your support! Episode 576 in an unlimited series! Hosted by Al Mega Follow on Twitter | Instagram | Facebook: @TheRealAlMega / @ComicCrusaders Make sure to Like/Share/Subscribe if you haven't yet: Rumble/Twitch: ComicCrusaders YouTube: /comiccrusadersworld Visit the official Comic Crusaders Comic Book Shop: comiccrusaders.shop Visit the OFFICIAL Comic Crusaders Swag Shop at: comiccrusaders.us Website: https://www.comiccrusaders.com/​​​​ Edited/Produced/Directed by Al Mega

They’re called fantastic animals, brightly colored wooden creatures inspired by the world of Mexican magical realism. Giant versions of these animals are on a tour across the U.S., celebrating Mexico’s rich cultural heritage and promoting diplomacy during a contentious time. Senior arts correspondent Jeffrey Brown checked them out in San Francisco for our arts and culture series, CANVAS. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy

They’re called fantastic animals, brightly colored wooden creatures inspired by the world of Mexican magical realism. Giant versions of these animals are on a tour across the U.S., celebrating Mexico’s rich cultural heritage and promoting diplomacy during a contentious time. Senior arts correspondent Jeffrey Brown checked them out in San Francisco for our arts and culture series, CANVAS. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy

Fluent Fiction - Danish: Finding Artistic Inspiration in the Heart of Tivoli Gardens Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/da/episode/2025-08-20-22-34-02-da Story Transcript:Da: Sommeren i København var i fuld gang, og Tivoli Gardens summede af liv.En: The summer in København was in full swing, and Tivoli Gardens buzzed with life.Da: Farverige lys blinkede overalt, mens lyden af ​​musik og latter fyldte den varme aftenluft.En: Colorful lights blinked everywhere, while the sound of music and laughter filled the warm evening air.Da: Freja, en ung kunstner med et sind fuld af tvivl, gik langs stierne med sin ven Lars ved sin side.En: Freja, a young artist with a mind full of doubt, walked along the paths with her friend Lars by her side.Da: "Du skal prøve noget nyt, Freja," sagde Lars, idet han kastede et blik rundt på festivalens mange mennesker.En: "You need to try something new, Freja," said Lars, glancing around at the festival's many people.Da: "Måske finder du inspiration her."En: "Maybe you'll find inspiration here."Da: Freja nikkede, men hendes hjerte lå tungt.En: Freja nodded, but her heart felt heavy.Da: Hun følte sig fanget i en kreativ hul.En: She felt trapped in a creative rut.Da: Hendes pensler lå ubrugte derhjemme, og hun længtes efter at finde gnisten igen.En: Her brushes lay unused at home, and she longed to find the spark again.Da: Pludselig ebbede lyden fra en guitar henover pladsen og greb hendes opmærksomhed.En: Suddenly, the sound of a guitar wafted across the square and caught her attention.Da: En ung musiker, Mikkel, stod på en lille scene, og hans selvsikre spil lyste op i natten.En: A young musician, Mikkel, stood on a small stage, and his confident playing lit up the night.Da: Han virkede som om, han vidste præcis, hvad han ville.En: He seemed to know exactly what he wanted.Da: "Han ser ud til at have styr på det," mumlede Freja til Lars.En: "He looks like he's got it all together," Freja muttered to Lars.Da: "Jeg ville ønske, jeg havde den selvtillid."En: "I wish I had that confidence."Da: Lars smilede.En: Lars smiled.Da: "Måske kan du få noget af hans energi i aften."En: "Maybe you can get some of his energy tonight."Da: Freja følte sig splittet.En: Freja felt torn.Da: Hun kunne forblive her og observere bag de trygge rammer af anonymitet, eller hun kunne følge Lars' råd og række ud efter noget anderledes.En: She could remain here and observe behind the safe confines of anonymity, or she could follow Lars' advice and reach out for something different.Da: Da Mikkels sang nærmede sig sin afslutning, skete noget uventet.En: As Mikkel's song neared its end, something unexpected happened.Da: Deres øjne mødtes, og i det øjeblik følte Freja en uventet bølge af inspiration.En: Their eyes met, and in that moment, Freja felt an unexpected wave of inspiration.Da: Det var som om, Mikkels musik talte direkte til hendes kunstneriske sjæl.En: It was as if Mikkel's music spoke directly to her artistic soul.Da: Efter koncerten rykkede Freja modvilligt frem mod scenen med Lars ved sin side.En: After the concert, Freja reluctantly moved toward the stage with Lars by her side.Da: "Jeg må tale med ham," sagde hun beslutsomt.En: "I have to talk to him," she said decisively.Da: Mikkel stod ved kanten af scenen, omgivet af en lille gruppe tilhørere.En: Mikkel stood at the edge of the stage, surrounded by a small group of listeners.Da: Da han så Freja, brød han ud i et smil.En: When he saw Freja, he broke into a smile.Da: "Hej!En: "Hi!Da: Nød du musikken?"En: Did you enjoy the music?"Da: Freja nikkede, en smule genert.En: Freja nodded, a bit shy.Da: "Ja, den var fantastisk.En: "Yes, it was fantastic.Da: Jeg er kunstner, men føler mig... tom for ideer."En: I'm an artist, but I feel... empty of ideas."Da: Mikkel så tankefuldt på hende.En: Mikkel looked at her thoughtfully.Da: "Vi står alle der på et tidspunkt.En: "We all stand there at some point.Da: Prøv at lade verden inspirere dig – farverne, lydene, historierne fra menneskerne omkring dig."En: Try to let the world inspire you – the colors, the sounds, the stories from the people around you."Da: Freja lyttede, og hun kunne mærke tvivlen løsne sit greb.En: Freja listened, and she could feel the doubt loosen its grip.Da: Deres samtale fortsatte indtil Tivoli Gardens' lys begyndte at dæmpe.En: Their conversation continued until Tivoli Gardens' lights began to dim.Da: Da Freja gik væk fra scenen den aften, mærkede hun en fornyet drivkraft.En: As Freja walked away from the stage that night, she felt a renewed drive.Da: Som om nattens gnistre og Mikkels opmuntring havde plantet en ny gnist.En: It was as if the night's sparks and Mikkel's encouragement had planted a new spark.Da: Hun var klar til at male igen, og ikke længere bange for at træde udenfor sine vante rammer.En: She was ready to paint again, no longer afraid to step outside her familiar boundaries.Da: Lars klemte hendes skulder.En: Lars squeezed her shoulder.Da: "Jeg sagde jo, at du skulle træde ud."En: "I told you, you should step out."Da: Og Freja lo.En: And Freja laughed.Da: "Jeg er glad for, at jeg gjorde det."En: "I'm glad I did."Da: Med et smil vidste hun, at denne aften ville blive begyndelsen på noget nyt og betydningsfuldt.En: With a smile, she knew that this night would be the beginning of something new and meaningful.Da: Hun havde vinden i ryggen og modet til at lade verden blive hendes lærred.En: She had the wind at her back and the courage to let the world become her canvas. Vocabulary Words:buzzed: summedeconfines: rammerdoubt: tvivlgrunt: knurrengrip: grebstride: skridtcanvas: lærredwaves: bølgerswayed: svajedepath: stiplaza: pladsdimming: dæmpningspark: gnistconfident: selvsikkertrapped: fangetrenewed: fornyetshy: genertencouragement: opmuntringfantastic: fantastiskflock: flokchatter: snakkenlurking: lurerrekindle: genoplivereluctantly: modvilligtinspires: inspirererpondering: grublerierborders: grænserwafted: ebbedefirmly: fastembrace: omfavnelse

This new menopause therapy is like stand-up comedy for hot flashes.  My guest in this episode uses humor and truth to bridge the gap between women's health then, now and the future. Her message is for all women on how to address the gaps in awareness about menopause.  If you're a health and wellness pro you'll want to listen to this, the new menopause therapy.   My Guest: Satori Shakoor is a dynamic storyteller, performer, and social entrepreneur, known for founding the award-winning The Secret Society of Twisted Storytellers®. Her career began as a background singer with George Clinton and Parliament/Funkadelic, later expanding into acting, comedy, and writing. She has captivated audiences on NPR, global stages, and podcasts.  Shakoor uses fearless humor and cultural storytelling, delivering a perspective on aging, womanhood, and the midlife experience in her new comedic stand-up storytelling concert film “Confessions of a Menopausal Femme Fatale,” premiered June 12 on Amazon Prime, Apple TV+, and Google Play, with pre-orders beginning June 1 on iTunes.   Questions We Answer in This Episode: [00:05:06] How did you begin your career and artistic journey? [00:15:00] Why did you choose stand-up humor to convey a message about menopause and aging? [00:25:21] What do you hope women take away from watching “Confessions of a Menopausal Femme Fatale”? [00:31:30] You attended a gathering with Halle Berry and Governor Whitmer to discuss women's healthcare and menopause, what occurred during those conversations? How do you hope your film contributes to that growing cultural dialogue? [00:36:09] You moved between music, theatre, television, and film—what keeps you pushing creative boundaries? What's next after this project? [00:35:53] What do you say to women listening who may not have tapped into their own creative expression for decades?    The New Menopause Therapy: Breaking the Silence Around Menopause   Therapy Through Storytelling Encourage women to speak openly as part of their health journey. Use hormonal shifts as a source of creative energy. Honesty about symptoms creates solidarity. Turn private struggles into public art. Key Takeaways Menopause can be a time of creative rebirth, not just physical change. Storytelling serves as both personal therapy and cultural activism. Reframing “femme fatale” energy empowers women to embrace their sensuality without shame. Speaking openly about menopause can strengthen community bonds and normalize experiences. Artistic expression can help process and transform difficult transitions.   Connect with Satori: Website - Satori Shakoor Website - The Secret Society of Twisted Storytellers® Facebook - Satori Shakoor Films  Facebook - The Secret Society Of Twisted Story Tellers Instagram - @satorishakoorfilms   Other Episodes You Might Like: Previous Episode - Running vs Walking for Fast Fat Loss in Menopause Next Episode -  More Like This - Midlife Women's Makeover: Radiate Confidence. Reclaim Your Power.   Resources: Join the Hot, Not Bothered! Challenge to learn why timing matters and why what works for others is not working for you. Don't know where to start? Book your Discovery Call with Debra. Leave this session with insight into exactly what to do right now to make small changes, smart decisions about your exercise time and energy.

Tom Hiddleston on becoming a dancing accountant in new Stephen King inspired film, The Life of Chuck. Sir Anish Kapoor on making a protest artwork in the North Sea with Greenpeace. A report from Bradford as artist Luke Jerram works with local communities to create a giant ball of yarn for new work, A Good Yarn, which celebrates the region's textile heritage. Michael Frayn's play Noises Off is a landmark of British theatre which relies on showing the two sides - on stage and off stage - of a theatre production for its powerful comedic punch. Artistic director Paul Robinson discusses the challenge of presenting the play in the round at the Stephen Joseph Theatre in Scarborough.Presenter: Nick Ahad Producer: Ekene Akalawu

For our 50th episode, we have an extra special guest who I was so honored to speak with: musical artist/harpist Mary Lattimore! Mary's ethereal instrumental music, particularly her 2020 album Silver Ladders, was a cornerstone of my self-care in pregnancy, and I've been a massive fan ever since. Mary joined me virtually from her home in Los Angeles to discuss her favorite ways to build and nurture community and sustain inspiration in her artistry, the scoop on her favorite artist residencies, dreaming as a form of processing the nightmare that is the current political climate in the US, lucid dreaming, and oh so much more!With permission from the artist and her management, this episode includes a snippet from Mary's forthcoming song, “A Lock of His Hair Under Glass”This episode touches on the following topics:The Aces in Tarot (specifically the Ace of Wands)Sustainable artistic practicesBuilding an artistic community The value of practicing various art forms in an unskilled wayWhere to find artist residency programs Artistic inspiration through nature and unfamiliar environmentsAnimism relating to musical instrumentsThe arts as political resistanceDreaming as a way to process our deep emotionsLucid dreaming School of Song and their amazing Brian Eno workshop (!!)The Artist's Way by Julia CameronYour Brain on Art by Susan Magsamen and Ivy Ross Follow Mary's work and various projects here and here! Psyche Magic Website, Socials and more!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Psyche Magic Salon is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit psychemagic.substack.com/subscribe

What started as a 4:15 a.m. thought spirals into a full-blown deep dive on biblical fashion, purple sashes, and why Jesus might have been the original Ninja Turtle. Todd and Eric debate the historical practicality of robes, speculate on sash functionality (storage? style? loaves and fishes?), and take detours into Jedi wardrobe choices, South Park, and Genghis Khan's surprising contributions to humanity—namely, pants and hamburgers. It's equal parts history lesson, pop culture mash-up, and random middle-of-the-night musing that will leave you questioning everything you thought you knew about ancient wardrobes.Why purple is tied to royalty and how it became part of Jesus' look.Artistic choices in depictions of the Last Supper.The robe-versus-pants dilemma of biblical times.Genghis Khan's surprising fashion and food legacy.Jedi wardrobe logic (or lack thereof).The Ninja Turtle method of character differentiation applied to apostles.The possible practical uses of a sash (including storing miracles).

Nostalgia in golf often takes the form of pining for the good old days, when the ball actually curved and skilled golfers made it bend around trees, both ways, probably on the same shot. In this episode, Mark, Lou, and Greg consider recent comments by Charley Hull, asking how much golf has changed and what effect that has on the spectator experience. Where to find us: Mark Crossfield's weekly newsletter: https://www.crossfieldgolf.com/subscribe Mark Crossfield on Twitter: https://twitter.com/4golfonline Mark Crossfield on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/4golfonline Lou Stagner's weekly newsletter: https://newsletter.loustagnergolf.com/subscribe Lou Stagner on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LouStagner Greg Chalmers on Twitter: https://twitter.com/GregChalmersPGA The Hack It Out Golf Podcast on Twitter: https://twitter.com/HackItOutGolf Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

According to our guest, Dr. Mauricio Watanabe, a world-respected speaker and clinician, by using a highly filled nano-composite to fabricate the crown, the same material we use for our deep margin elevation and filling in our undercuts, a semi-direct full coverage restoration will provide long-term predictable success. And Dr. Watanabe has years of cases and research to support his opinion. The whole procedure can be done in 30 minutes when pouring your impression with a fast setting silicone material. So if you're looking to practice conservative dentistry and preserve as much natural tooth structure as possible and still deliver a full coverage crown, you might find the semi-direct restoration an excellent option for many of your large caries cases. Dr. Lauren Rainey, a well-respected clinician and KOL will also be joining us.

Artistic process|Music & Pop Culture with Tony Kessel|Author of It's All In The LyricsToday we're talking with Tony Kessel, author of It's All In The Lyrics: How Music Helped Me Heal and Find My Voice. In this music memoir, he built the playlist of his life, discussing topics ranging from the nostalgic impact of music, mental health, coming of age, and pop culture. Tony is married with five kids. His primary occupation is as a full-time Soldier with the New Mexico National Guard.Links:https://dualistmedia.com/https://www.instagram.com/dualistmediaTags:Mental Health Advocacy,Mental Health Awareness,Music,Music Commentary,Music Interviews,Nonfiction,Artistic process|Music & Pop Culture with Tony Kessel|Author of It's All In The Lyrics,Live Video Podcast Interview,Phantom Electric Ghost Podcast,Podcast,PodmatchSupport PEG by checking out our Sponsors:Download and use Newsly for free now from www.newsly.me or from the link in the description, and use promo code “GHOST” and receive a 1-month free premium subscription.The best tool for getting podcast guests:https://podmatch.com/signup/phantomelectricghostSubscribe to our Instagram for exclusive content:https://www.instagram.com/expansive_sound_experiments/Subscribe to our YouTube https://youtube.com/@phantomelectricghost?si=rEyT56WQvDsAoRprRSShttps://anchor.fm/s/3b31908/podcast/rssSubstackhttps://substack.com/@phantomelectricghost?utm_source=edit-profile-page

Fluent Fiction - Spanish: Artistic Alliances: Transformative Moments in Buenos Aires Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/es/episode/2025-08-09-22-34-02-es Story Transcript:Es: En el corazón del invierno porteño, el Museo de Arte de Buenos Aires se vestía de gala.En: In the heart of porteño winter, the Museo de Arte de Buenos Aires was dressed in gala.Es: Las paredes del museo, adornadas con obras vibrantes de artistas argentinos famosos, acogían a los visitantes buscando refugio del frío que azotaba las calles.En: The museum's walls, adorned with vibrant works by famous Argentine artists, welcomed visitors seeking refuge from the cold that battered the streets.Es: El murmullo de conversaciones y pasos resonaba entre las altas columnas de mármol.En: The murmur of conversations and footsteps resonated among the high marble columns.Es: Camila, una estudiante de historia del arte, caminaba por las galerías con determinación.En: Camila, a student of art history, walked through the galleries with determination.Es: Sus ojos brillaban de emoción mientras se acercaba a una pintura de Antonio Berni, uno de sus artistas favoritos.En: Her eyes shone with excitement as she approached a painting by Antonio Berni, one of her favorite artists.Es: Quería impresionar a su profesor y a sus compañeros con sus percepciones únicas.En: She wanted to impress her professor and classmates with her unique insights.Es: A su lado, Esteban, su compañero de clase, no se quedaba atrás.En: Beside her, Esteban, her classmate, was no less eager.Es: Siempre trataba de superarla con sus ideas.En: He always tried to outshine her with his ideas.Es: Cada vez que Camila compartía una observación, Esteban la interrumpía, con la esperanza de señalar algún detalle que ella hubiera pasado por alto.En: Every time Camila shared an observation, Esteban interrupted, hoping to point out some detail she might have overlooked.Es: - La pincelada en esta obra es evidente, Camila, pero creo que el verdadero enfoque es la crítica social en el ambiente urbano, - decía Esteban, cruzándose de brazos con aire de superioridad.En: "The brushstroke in this work is evident, Camila, but I think the true focus is the social critique in the urban environment," said Esteban, crossing his arms with an air of superiority.Es: Por otro lado, Mateo, un guía turístico del museo con una pasión secreta por pintar, escuchaba la discusión.En: On the other hand, Mateo, a museum tour guide with a secret passion for painting, listened to the discussion.Es: Él conocía las historias detrás de las obras mejor que nadie, pero su inseguridad lo mantenía en silencio.En: He knew the stories behind the works better than anyone, but his insecurity kept him silent.Es: Al pasar al lado de los muros llenos de historia, Mateo sentía que las obras parecían susurrarle, invitándole a participar.En: As he passed by the history-laden walls, Mateo felt the works seemed to whisper to him, inviting him to join in.Es: Camila, consciente de la presencia de Mateo, decidió cambiar su táctica.En: Camila, aware of Mateo's presence, decided to change her tactic.Es: Sonrió amigablemente a Esteban y propuso un debate amistoso.En: She smiled friendly at Esteban and proposed a friendly debate.Es: - Bueno, Esteban, ¿qué opinas de la textura en la obra de Xul Solar?En: "Well, Esteban, what do you think about the texture in the work of Xul Solar?Es: Creo que representa su conexión con el misticismo, pero me gustaría escuchar tus ideas, - dijo Camila.En: I think it represents his connection to mysticism, but I'd like to hear your ideas," said Camila.Es: Esteban, sorprendido por su táctica, aceptó la invitación al debate.En: Esteban, surprised by her tactic, accepted the invitation to debate.Es: Mientras tanto, Camila miró a Mateo y, con una sonrisa amable, le dijo: - Mateo, ¿qué piensas tú?En: Meanwhile, Camila looked at Mateo and, with a kind smile, said: "Mateo, what do you think?Es: Sé que conoces bien estas obras.En: I know you know these works well."Es: Inspirado por la apertura de Camila, Mateo dio un paso adelante.En: Inspired by Camila's openness, Mateo stepped forward.Es: Miró el cuadro con atención y explicó: - La técnica de Xul Solar no solo habla de misticismo.En: He looked at the painting closely and explained: "The technique of Xul Solar not only speaks of mysticism.Es: Mira los colores y las formas geométricas.En: Look at the colors and geometric shapes.Es: Esto refleja su interés por el simbolismo y su idea de un universo interconectado.En: This reflects his interest in symbolism and his idea of an interconnected universe."Es: Camila y Esteban se quedaron en silencio, impresionados.En: Camila and Esteban remained silent, impressed.Es: Por primera vez, Mateo había compartido su conocimiento oculto.En: For the first time, Mateo had shared his hidden knowledge.Es: Al terminar la visita, Camila se acercó a Mateo.En: At the end of the visit, Camila approached Mateo.Es: - Gracias por compartir eso, Mateo.En: "Thank you for sharing that, Mateo.Es: Me encantó.En: I loved it.Es: Podríamos colaborar en un proyecto sobre el simbolismo en el arte argentino.En: We could collaborate on a project about symbolism in Argentine art.Es: ¿Te gustaría?En: Would you like that?"Es: Mateo, con una nueva chispa de confianza, aceptó con entusiasmo.En: Mateo, with a new spark of confidence, enthusiastically accepted.Es: Esteban, sorprendido por la profundidad de Mateo, sonrió y asintió.En: Esteban, surprised by Mateo's depth, smiled and nodded.Es: El museo, con sus ecos de historia y creatividad, había visto nacer una nueva alianza.En: The museum, with its echoes of history and creativity, had witnessed the birth of a new alliance.Es: Camila comprendió la importancia de valorar las perspectivas de los demás, y Mateo descubrió que su conocimiento y pasión merecían ser escuchados.En: Camila understood the importance of valuing others' perspectives, and Mateo discovered that his knowledge and passion deserved to be heard.Es: Juntos, se sintieron listos para abrazar las nuevas oportunidades que el arte les ofrecía, mientras el invierno en Buenos Aires seguía intenso afuera.En: Together, they felt ready to embrace the new opportunities that art offered them, as winter in Buenos Aires remained intense outside. Vocabulary Words:the heart: el corazónthe winter: el inviernothe gala: la galathe walls: las paredesthe paintings: las obrasthe refuge: el refugioto batter: azotarthe footsteps: los pasosthe columns: las columnasthe determination: la determinaciónto impress: impresionarthe insights: las percepcionesto interrupt: interrumpirthe brushstroke: la pinceladathe focus: el enfoquethe superiority: la superioridadthe insecurity: la inseguridadto whisper: susurrarfriendly: amigablementethe mysticism: el misticismothe debate: el debatethe colors: los coloresthe shapes: las formasthe symbolism: el simbolismothe project: el proyectothe alliance: la alianzathe confidence: la confianzasurprised: sorprendidoto smile: sonreírintense: intenso

Rich and Jim sit down with Jay Weinberg, son of Max Weinberg and drummer for Slipknot and Suicidal Tendencies, as he shares his incredible musical odyssey from punk rock roots to international stages.Timed Highlights:[0:10] - Bruce Springsteen's unexpected tour invitation during college[0:25] - The Ramones' influence on Jay's drumming style[0:45] - Transitioning from hockey to professional drumming[1:10] - Touring experiences with Metallica and unique stage design[1:30] - Artistic expression beyond drumming - oil painting and creative process[1:50] - Global touring adventures, including a trip to Antarctica[2:05] - Family musical legacy and relationship with his father[2:25] - Designing custom drum equipment with SJC Drums[2:40] - Social media, community engagement, and building a massive following[2:55] - Discussing favorite bands, dishes, and life on the roadA must-listen for music fans, drummers, and anyone interested in the behind-the-scenes world of rock and roll.The Rich Redmond Show is about all things music, motivation and success. Candid conversations with musicians, actors, comedians, authors and thought leaders about their lives and the stories that shaped them. Rich Redmond is the longtime drummer with Jason Aldean and many other veteran musicians and artists. Rich is also an actor, speaker, author, producer and educator. Rich has been heard on thousands of songs, over 30 of which have been #1 hits!Follow Rich:@richredmondwww.richredmond.comJim McCarthy is the quintessential Blue Collar Voice Guy. Honing his craft since 1996 with radio stations in Illinois, South Carolina, Connecticut, New York, Las Vegas and Nashville, Jim has voiced well over 10,000 pieces since and garnered an ear for audio production which he now uses for various podcasts, commercials and promos. Jim is also an accomplished video producer, content creator, writer and overall entrepreneur.Follow Jim:  @jimmccarthywww.jmvos.com The Rich Redmond Show is produced by It's Your Show dot Cowww.itsyourshow.co

What if the tale of one night could change the way we view art forever?Professor Suzannah Lipscomb is joined by Dr. Noah Charney to explore the life and legacy of Giorgio Vasari, the man who redefined art as an intellectual pursuit and artists as divine geniuses. They delve into Vasari's influential work and how it shaped our understanding of the Renaissance, artistic genius, and the very structure of art history today.From the tale of a fabricated murder among Renaissance artists to the lasting impact on museum curation and art education, Suzannah and Noah uncover how Vasari's blend of truth and myth continues to influence modern perceptions of creativity and value in art.MORE:Leonardo da Vinci with Ken Burnshttps://open.spotify.com/episode/4Fv8RTd6AWAmMQ7DKYRHcYMichelangelohttps://open.spotify.com/episode/3ocKCFinOdaCZYfBtHoMXnPresented by Professor Suzannah Lipscomb. The researcher is Max Wintle, audio editor is Amy Haddow and the producer is Rob Weinberg. The senior producer is Anne-Marie Luff.All music courtesy of Epidemic Sounds.Not Just the Tudors is a History Hit podcastSign up to History Hit for hundreds of hours of original documentaries, with a new release every week and ad-free podcasts. Sign up at https://www.historyhit.com/subscribe. You can take part in our listener survey here: https://insights.historyhit.com/history-hit-podcast-always-on

Ever find yourself navigating the divide between artistic expression and commercial work. How do you balance the two? In this episode, we dive deep into the differences, and the overlap, between artistic and commercial photography. We'll explore how creating art for yourself and working to meet a client's specific needs can sometimes feel like two worlds apart. From finding your own voice in a commercial world to knowing when to take creative risks, we break down how you can approach both sides of the photography spectrum without losing your passion. If you've ever wondered how to merge your creative spirit with the demands of the market, this episode has the insights you need. Tune in and discover how to navigate both worlds with confidence! Episode Promos This episode contains promos for: StyleCloud WordPress Website Templates - https://stylecloud.co/ref/380/ Siteground Web Hosting - https://www.siteground.com/go/nerdy Narrative AI Culling, Editing, and Publishing - https://narrative.so/select?affiliate=casey2746 Let's Be Real Unposed Photography Prompts - https://nerdyphotographer.com/lets-be-real/ Support The Nerdy Photographer Want to help The Nerdy Photographer Podcast? Here are a few simple (and mostly free) ways you can do that: Subscribe to the podcast! Tell your friends about the podcast Leave a review Follow on Instagram - https://instagram.com/thenerdyphoto Follow on Threads - https://threads.net/@thenerdyphoto Follow on BlueSky - https://bsky.app/profile/thenerdyphoto.bsky.social Follow in Tiktok - https://tiktok.com/@thenerdyphoto Sign up for the newsletter - https://nerdyphotographer.com/newsletter Subscribe to our YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/@CaseyFatchett Buy a print from the print shop - https://art.caseyfphoto.com Get some Nerdy Photographer merchandise - https://www.teepublic.com/stores/nerdy-photographer If you're feeling extra generous, check out our support page - https://nerdyphotographer.com/support-nerdy-photographer/ About My Guest Holly Lund is a New Jersey photographer specializing in fine art children's portraiture. With inspiration coming from 18th & 19th century paintings, modern fashion, and other various artistic mediums, she has crafted a style she refers to as a vintage-modern aesthetic. From International workshops to 1:1 coaching, she helps fellow photographers craft from their inspirations and hone their own unique voices. You can find Holly on her website - HollyLundImagery.com, her Etsy shop, check out her collection of photographic backdrops at Fine Art Dream Drops, or on Instagram @hollylundimagery About The Podcast The Nerdy Photographer Podcast is written and produced by Casey Fatchett. Casey is a professional photographer in the New York City / Northern New Jersey with more than 20 years of experience. He just wants to help people and make them laugh. You can view Casey's wedding work at https://fatchett.com or his corporate and private client work at https://caseyfatchettphotography.com    If you have any questions or comments about this episode or any other episodes, OR if you would like to ask a photography related question or have ideas for a topic for a future episode, please reach out to us at https://nerdyphotographer.com/contact    

Join us for a captivating exploration of artistry and resilience as we welcome Kent Estey, an inspiring artist who has defied the odds to share his creative journey. Kent, who began his art career later in life, brings a rich tapestry of emotion, memory, and ancestral connection to his vibrant works. Discover how Kent found his voice in painting, transitioning from an educational background to an artist's life on the White Earth Reservation. Despite the challenges of stepping into the public eye without a formal art education, Kent's story is one of determination and the power of community in nurturing his artistic journey.We take a closer look at Kent's artistic process, highlighting the transformative shift from oil to acrylic painting and the experimentation that led to his distinctive style. Embracing unconventional tools and vibrant colors, Kent uses his art as a means of expression and healing. We also reflect on the influence of family traditions and craftsmanship that have shaped his work, paying tribute to the artistry of his ancestors and the rich cultural legacy they left behind. Through Kent's narrative, we see how art becomes a vehicle for storytelling and preserving personal and familial histories.Listen in as we celebrate Kent's artistic achievements and inspirations, including his connections to influential figures like George Morrison. With exhibitions at prestigious galleries and the joy of connecting with audiences, Kent's journey underscores the significance of painting for personal fulfillment and the impact of storytelling through art. As Kent continues to gain confidence in his unique style, we look forward to his future collaborations and exhibitions, sharing his powerful perspective with the world. Join us in this episode of Beyond the Art, where every brushstroke tells a story and every artist finds their path.

When projects in Wellington get mooted, there are often artists impressions of the project showing Wellington on a brilliantly sunny day, with well-dressed joggers going past, sober teenagers discussing world issues and no homeless anywhere. The reality is different and council's artists impressions - with roofed bus stops and fences that aren't actually what will go there are being called into question. Dave Armstrong talks to Jesse about this and other issues he says need solving.

Allison Lacher is the Director of the UIS Visual Arts Gallery and a practicing visual artist whose work blends metallic surfaces, vibrant colors and domestic objects to create emotionally charged spaces. She spoke to Community Voices about her journey to Springfield, her recent curator-in-residence position in Pittsburgh and what's in store for the UIS Visual Arts Gallery this fall. Lacher also discussed her current exhibition at the Illinois State Museum, her work with STNDRD Exhibitions and her hopes for the future of Springfield's arts community.

All personal gifts come with a dark side. High ambition can lead to arrogance, if unmanaged. Great power can lead to great abuse, if unchecked. Artistic brilliance can provoke private suffering—if not balanced with periods of peace, enjoyment and non-doing. I've watched a lot of documentaries on superstar artists, athletes and industrialists this summer and have noted these common threats.My latest book “The Wealth Money Can't Buy” is full of fresh ideas and original tools that I'm absolutely certain will cause quantum leaps in your positivity, productivity, wellness, and happiness. You can order it now by clicking here.FOLLOW ROBIN SHARMA:InstagramFacebookTwitterYouTube

BOSSes, Anne Ganguzza and Lau Lapides join forces in this episode of the VO Boss Podcast for another installment of their Boss Superpower Series. They tackle a topic often considered taboo in the voice acting industry: voiceover as a hobby. This discussion explores whether pursuing voice acting without the pressure of a full-time income carries a stigma. The episode delves into concerns about hobbyists "taking away" jobs, examines the true meaning of commitment, and highlights how to embrace a voiceover journey for pure creative joy, whether it's a primary career or a cherished passion. Listeners will discover why being a BOSS means defining success on one's own terms. 00:01 - Anne (Host) Hey guys, it's Anne from VO Boss here.  00:03 - Speaker 2 (Announcement) And it's George the Tech. We're excited to tell you about the VO Boss. Vip membership, now with even more benefits.  00:10 - Anne (Host) So not only do you get access to exclusive workshops and industry insights, but with our VIP plus tech tier, you'll enjoy specialized tech support from none other than George himself.  00:21 - Speaker 2 (Announcement) You got it. I'll help you tackle all those tricky tech issues so you can focus on what you do best Voice acting. It's tech support tailored for voiceover professionals like you.  00:32 - Anne (Host) Join us guys at VO Boss and let's make your voiceover career soar. Visit voboss.com slash VIP-membership to sign up today.  00:43 - Speaker 3 (Announcement) It's time to take your business to the next level, the boss level. These are the premier business owner strategies and successes being utilized by the industry's top talent today. Rock your business like a boss a VO boss. Now let's welcome your host, Anne Ganguzza.  01:02 - Anne (Host) Hey, hey everyone. Welcome to the VO Boss podcast. I'm your host, Anne Ganguzza, and I am here with the Boss Superpower Series with the one and only Lau Lapides.  01:12 - Lau (Guest) Hey, Anne.  01:13 - Anne (Host) And Lau 01:14 - Lau (Guest) Love being here, as always. Love it, oh, Lau, it's so good to see you. What would a Saturday be without being in the booth with Anne?  01:22 - Anne (Host) Really, I know, right, I mean it would not be a Saturday, I know right it wouldn't, but sometimes on Saturdays I have other hobbies that I like to do, actually, because now it's actually horse show season and every once in a while I have to go out of the studio and go watch my horse shows, because back in the day.  01:39 - Lau (Guest) I used to own a couple of horses and that was like a passion and a love of mine.  01:46 - Anne (Host) Are you a derby girl? Do you get into the Kentucky Derby? I'm not a derby girl, I'm a horse show girl, a jumper. So, yeah, I mean, I can watch a race, but I'm much more enthralled by watching horses jump over things.  01:56 But speaking of hobbies and alternate passions and other passions we talk about voiceover as a full-time career all the time. Passions we talk about voiceover as a full-time career all the time, but there's a taboo topic about voiceover as a hobby. Maybe we should discuss that, laura. How do you feel about that? Is there a stigma around voiceover as a hobby in our industry?  02:19 - Lau (Guest) I think there is and it took me a while to actually let it come to the front of my brain that that was a real thing that people were distancing themselves from the notion of well, I'm in it to win it. I have to do it full time, I have to make a living and I have to do it like now, and the options are really there on the table for you, whether you would call it a full-time or full-time contractor position, whether it's a part-time and fills the holes in your schedule, in between your other lives, or whether it's a hobby, something creative, something joyful, something you love to do, but it's really not about money.  03:01 - Anne (Host) Well, okay, so let's just talk about the elephant in the room, right? Those that do voiceover as a hobby, right, could potentially be seen as taking away jobs from those people who do this for a living. And so those are the people that I think I see other people talk about them in different groups and Facebook groups and forums about how, oh, are you doing voiceover for a career or a hobby? Because if it's a hobby, then poo-poo, and so there's usually kind of a look of disdain upon those people doing it as a hobby. But I like how we're entertaining the thought of it because, I mean, there's lots of reasons why you want to get invested in voiceover, and not all the time is it to make tons of money and pay the mortgage. I mean, sometimes maybe you're in retirement and you just want a creative outlet, or maybe not even retirement, you just want a creative outlet. And do you feel, Lau, that this is taking away jobs from those of us who do it full time? What are your thoughts on that?  04:01 - Lau (Guest) No, in fact I got to be honest with you, Anne that didn't even come to my mind. It didn't come to my mind because I feel like best person wins the game.  04:10 And if you're in the game to win it and you're serious about it, there's going to be work for you, there's going to be jobs for you. To think about people who are not earning money or living as taking away your work to me is very strange, because it's like, well, it's a capitalistic market. It's like I have to train, I have to have my tools in place, I have to have my protocols and etiquette, I have to know everything that I can know to compete. But can I control the market? Can I control who's in the market? No Right, absolutely. That's true of every industry. I mean, how many times? Let's be honest.  04:43 - Anne (Host) And that's a really good point, laura, wait, wait, I got an honest point for you.  04:46 - Lau (Guest) How many times and listeners, be honest with yourself have you had a problem with your light bulb and your Uncle Harry, who's a retired electrician maybe, is going to fix it for you? Okay, well, you say, of course, let him fix it, sure. Well, he said, of course, let him fix it, sure, I don't even have to pay him. That's really great, wonderful. Well, the reality is is he took away a job from an electrician who's on the market right now. Who would love to get that job? Sure. But the reality is it's like we're built on relationships. We're built on the history of knowing people.  05:19 So not everything is going to be about a competitive job.  05:21 - Anne (Host) Such a great point. I mean and we talk about it in casting all the time I mean, sometimes they choose to go a different direction. Well, what is that other direction? Well, maybe their niece or nephew does voiceover, or maybe it's a friend of theirs that wants to give it a shot, and so, in reality, we don't really have control over that aspect of it. As to the decision of the casting, Again it's like who gets the job?  05:46 I mean is it always the best that gets the job? No, not really. No, sometimes it's just the most convenient or the one that's the cheapest.  05:53 And that is not necessarily our decision or under our control, so I love that you brought that up. I'd like to discuss the fact that I've had students who have tried voiceover and they've tried different genres. Of course you know I have specific genres that I work on and they've decided. You know what. I'm not so sure that voiceover is for me because they find out maybe it's not quite as enjoyable as they thought, or maybe I'm given homework, so maybe they're like I don't want to do Anne homework, so you know what I don't think I'm going to do voiceover anymore, but sometimes you don't know until you explore the path of creative journey.  06:29 - Lau (Guest) You just don't know.  06:30 - Anne (Host) And then all of a sudden, it's like you know what? I don't love it as much as I thought I was going to and therefore, maybe they have a great voice and we would be, maybe, as coaches, saying oh my God, you have a fabulous voice and you're natural at it and maybe they're just like you know. Okay, if I get asked to do it, so I mean there are all sorts of reasons.  06:47 - Lau (Guest) It isn't an all or nothing type of a trade. And besides, if you equate it to any other arts that are out there, like, does that mean I can't paint a painting without selling it? Does that mean I can't create a pot without selling the ceramics? Does that mean I can't dance without getting a job at dancing? It sounds kind of silly when you put it that way, but a lot of us consider it not just a trade but an art form. So to do it as an art form for the creative force of strengthening your voice and communicating and doing all the things that we do in voiceover, I think it's a missed opportunity to not do it because you think it is only meant to be a job and make money. It's also an art form.  07:31 - Anne (Host) And again, yeah, I'm a big believer about it's all about the journey, really not about the end point. Sometimes there's a lot of self-discovery in voiceover because it is a creative. Actually, I think all jobs are creative for the most part. Or they can be made creative or they can be thought of as creative. You can construct them as creative if you want, and so some are just a little more. I would say they lean more towards the creative field where you have more freedom of it. But I think a lot of times it's a journey and that's a wonderful journey to be on. I think we all go through some sort of a creative journey in our lives.  08:08 Absolutely and this is one that can really help you get in tune with yourself, because it is something that is directly in tune with ourselves, our voice.  08:17 - Lau (Guest) Yeah, and not only is it a fun challenge, but it is just that it can be just pure fun. If you get in the booth and you're doing, let's say, an animation character and you love character work, you may be doing that for the sheer benefit of doing it, the process of doing it, sharing with others that you've done it, listening back, enjoying the fun factor of it. You may or may not book that, that may or may not be a job for you, but it is part of that. You used the word journey that you can really have in yourself for other things Like what if you're a teacher? What if you're an educator? What?  08:53 if you are someone who is, or a therapist, or even a doctor, well, you would take these pop moments in your life and you can use them as part of your story, to connect with your audience, to connect with your customers, whoever they are.  09:09 - Anne (Host) Absolutely, and you know our journeys as we go along and I talk about this frequently is I use every part of my life experience in voiceover, and so voiceover is also a part of my life experience, and so I can use that in many ways other than just voiceover. I can, just as you mentioned, to be a better communicator, to really learn more about myself and to evolve, and so I really think that voiceover as a hobby is absolutely something we can entertain. And hey look, who's the pot calling the kettle black? Is that the phrase?  09:40 I have lots of different divisions of my business because I follow lots of different passions and that doesn't mean that voiceover is part-time for me. I mean, my main function here is voiceover. But there are lots of passions that I follow and, for example, my little foray into fashion. There's lots of fashion influencers out there that do it full-time. That might think, oh, who's this girl? Every once in a while I see a post from her and she's not really a fashion. I don't even like to say the word influencer. I just say I want to share my passion for fashion and hey, if I can make a little side income that's cool, but if not, it's not a big deal. I love the creative aspect of curating outfits.  10:19 - Lau (Guest) To me, what it comes down to is the gestalt of how much just as human beings, unfortunately we still love labeling.  10:26 We're very much designer in that way. We want to label people. We want to label what they do, what they have, what they are. We want to type them quickly so that it's easy for us to know oh, this is the girl that does that, this is the guy that does that, whatever. And the labeling can be very detrimental to us, because I see this all the time, with new voiceover talent coming in and actors coming in saying, oh, but this coach told me I need to do that and I need to be invested in this way and I need to be put in this net. And I said well, wait a second.  10:57 That is someone's interpretation of what this career is, based on their own subjective frame of reference. It has nothing to do with you. You've got to figure out your life. You've got to figure out your level of commitment, how you feel about it. In copy, we call it point of view. What's your point of view about this? It's sort of like we want to come in and it makes it easy for us if someone can label us. If they can label us, then we can follow the cookie cutter path of what we're supposed to do. But it's not that kind of career. Artistic careers are not that kind of career.  11:33 - Anne (Host) And again along those lines, is there a path to being a part-time voiceover talent? Is it a requirement that they get training, that they get a demo, that they do all of those things? That typically what we would suggest and recommend that they do for full-time?  11:49 - Lau (Guest) I honestly don't think anything is a requirement. I think it's only a requirement if you're trying to reach a particular level of your craft or career, and then you kind of have to do the due diligence of research. Oh well, if I'm going to use this as a career, then I know I need a demo of this kind. But if I'm not, if that's not my objective and I'm honest about that, I feel really good about that I may or may not need that, I may or may not. Right, it's a different level. I mean, a hobbyist has a different level of everything compared to a professional, sure, and the expectations can be very different as well.  12:26 - Anne (Host) Well, I'll tell you something that my level of commitment to back. When I was younger, riding horses right. It wasn't a job for me. I wanted it ultimately someday to be a job.  12:36 - Speaker 2 (Announcement) You loved it, but I loved it.  12:38 - Anne (Host) I followed my passion and I spent hours. I mean hours and hours and hours. I mean thousands of hours, tens of thousands of hours riding and practicing, and so I don't think you can put a label on oh, you're part-time, so it's a DIY demo. They're not training, they're getting their instruction on the internet. I hear a lot of talk like that and it's really it's negative talk. I'd like to say hey, guys, if you want to explore voiceover, if you have other passions that you want to pursue and you just want to do voiceover part-time, it's absolutely okay. There's no straight path to get there. There's no. You have to do this, you must do this to become a part-time voiceover talent. There's only recommendations on what might work for your journey to evolve and to get better.  13:24 - Lau (Guest) Absolutely. I think that's true of probably every profession that's out there. I think it applies to anything that you want to do. It's like as you move up the ladder, as you go level to level, you learn more about what the expectations are, what the industry standards are, what your competition has and utilizes to book work. But to come into it and to have this false or artificial notion of, oh, I should be doing this, I want to be, that Everyone told me I should be doing this. Well, listen, do you want to be in the cool kids group? Do you want to be in the cool clicky? You know everyone is cool or do you want to be true to yourself?  14:04 - Anne (Host) Right Like do you want to be?  14:05 - Lau (Guest) literally true to your own voice is the question. Yeah, absolutely. You can have many experts and professionals helping you along the way, but it's not about being in the cool kids club.  14:15 - Anne (Host) Yeah, and you know, what's so wonderful about that is that it's freeing, right? If I think about my alternative hobbies, that I do, right, I don't care what people think about me when I'm doing my hobby, I mean, and that allows me to experience more joy. I think Sometimes, oh, I've got a dedicated path to a full-time career and therefore here's what I should do in order to achieve that path, and then I can be judged. But when I decide I'm going to just do this for my own fun, for the creative journey of it, guess what? I tend to not think about what other people think of me and that, oh my gosh, as full-time voiceover talent, if we could, as actors, if we could just employ that attitude where you don't necessarily care what other people are saying about you, especially if it's negative, then I think that's a wonderful thing.  15:03 - Lau (Guest) You know, it brings us back to kids being kids, and like I don't mean kids at 10. I mean no, I mean younger, I mean like the under five crowd. It's like they're just not aware of what someone else thinks in regards to their playtime.  15:20 They're so invested in their imagination and their moments in their mind that they can shift and pivot to. I can be a king, I can be a dog, I can be a truck, I can be right, Like the possibilities of the magic. What if right? I can be anything I want to be and I don't have to worry about the outcomes of it, Like we're not into outcomes yet at that stage of the game. If we could have a moment of going back to that and just honestly play and be present and enjoy those moments without worrying about the outcomes, what people are saying, what people are thinking, then you're really going to free yourself to do your best work, yeah.  16:00 - Anne (Host) It just makes me think of like the judgment sometimes that I see that has passed on a part-time voiceover or voiceover people that are not necessarily studying under a coach or they're doing their own demo or they're auditioning for jobs that pay low. And if you're doing it as a hobby and typically if it's a hobby you're not always needing to make money from it. It's really just again, it's your creative expression, it's your enjoyment, your joy. You're not necessarily having to make a huge salary off of it. So then we kind of get to the point where, okay, are they bottom feeding the market? Are they bringing down the value of what it is that we do? Full time Lau.  16:44 - Lau (Guest) I don't know how to answer that, because I think the world is so large. Do full-time Lau? I don't know how to answer that, because I think the world is so large and the compartmentalization of all the different genres, all the different budgets, all the different potential clients are vast. They're huge. So I don't think there's one answer to that.  16:59 One of the biggest problems that I see as a coach is people coming in who are really hobbyists, who are treating it like they're going to make a living at it and really starting to unpeel the onion and decipher. Well, wait a second, can we be honest about this? This is not your career. Why? Because I'm looking at the time you commit, I'm looking at your level of investment, I'm looking at your strategy. I'm looking at your strategy. I'm looking at your talent. I'm looking at all these things that are the pivotal markers of a career person.  17:33 Right, they're not there yet. You're still in hobby mode. Do you realize that? Right, like, well, wait, can't I write this off on my taxes? Can't I get all of that? I said yes, if you work. Yeah, yeah, absolutely yes. If it becomes a business for you, have income against it, right? So I think the bigger issue in my mind not to divert away from your original question, but the bigger issue is that gap in people's minds between what they think they should be doing and want to be doing and what they're actually doing. And what they're actually doing quite oftentimes is what a hobbyist would do.  18:09 - Anne (Host) And then there's a lot of people I know that are like well, I want to be able to pay for my investment. So if they're coaching or if they're, even if they're doing it part-time and they're going to get a demo, they're like, well, I want to work so I can pay for this demo. And that is where I think that gray area is, because it's difficult for people unless they have a certain level of talent that's just innately without coaching or without having a great produced demo, because, you know, I always put my stamp of approval on that, you know, being transparent as a coach and demo producer. But there's a lot of people who don't necessarily. They want to be able to work so that they can pay for their investment in their hobby, because hobbies can be expensive, right, hobbies can be expensive.  18:55 - Lau (Guest) Exactly, exactly. But I asked the question and I always put it in another context because when you're too close to something, you oftentimes can't see it right. So if I say, okay, that makes sense. Now, if you're going to become attorney and you're going to be in Lau school for three or four years, why don't you work as an attorney and make the money so you?  19:14 - Speaker 3 (Announcement) can pay for Lau school. They say well, that's kind of crazy.  19:17 - Speaker 2 (Announcement) They're not going to let me do that.  19:18 - Lau (Guest) I haven't passed the bar. I don't have any credits. I said right, Are you going to work as a dentist as you go through dental? It's the same thing, Exactly.  19:27 - Anne (Host) That mindset, that's a great analogy.  19:29 - Lau (Guest) I'm like this should be easy for me to do. I should be able to get it so I can pay for my coaching. Say no, the investment in the education comes first. Yeah, and then you go out and look for the work, yeah, and it's like any good hobby.  19:41 - Anne (Host) I mean gosh, so many hobbies I had. But when, I think about when I was a young girl riding horses right? Well, I had to pay for my lessons, I had to pay for my own saddle, I had to pay for my riding outfit, I had to pay entry fees into the shows that I was competing in, and so my hobby was competitive. My hobby was I really dove deep and it was expensive, and my parents didn't let me forget that. But, I was so fortunate.  20:08 - Speaker 2 (Announcement) I always tell people.  20:08 - Anne (Host) well, I worked at the stable so I could work off my lessons, and so that took care of maybe a portion of the payment.  20:15 But my parents knew that I was invested because I was like, oh, and I spent all my time at the stables. I mean I shoveled enough manure to get some good background and investment into my passion, yeah. But I mean, in reality, I mean I invested as much, if not more, I think, into my hobby and then kind of knowing, when I got old enough to go to college, well then I had to go study for a real job.  20:39 But times have changed now right A little bit, so it's just gotten to the point where I love that I've always been able to follow my passions. Not everybody is there at a young age or can follow their passions throughout their life. I've always been fortunate, I think, that I've had this kind of gut to follow my passions in lots of different ways and figure out how I can still pay the bills while I do that, but you were very always pragmatic in understanding that you needed a survival job, exactly you needed to be hustling throughout.  21:09 - Lau (Guest) So, whether it was in your field or whether it was something totally unrelated, that was like a given to you. You were taught that you understood the work ethic of that, so that, I think, separates the hobbyists from the professionals in that.  21:22 - Anne (Host) But the good thing is is I feel like I have always been able to follow a passion where the money can help me pay the bills. And so, however, I fixated on that passion, like, for example, I was good at school, right, so I went to college and I studied engineering because people told me I should, right, but then I got into a job where I was designing creative, three-dimensional artificial hip and knee prostheses, and that creative like, oh, I got to be an engineer and that creativity was like it was my passion, right, following a creative, following something that allowed me to be creative and then ultimately getting into teaching.  21:58 After that right, sharing my love of I'm so excited about this, let me share it. And that was following that passion. And then I was able to teach. And so I think there are people at different stages of their life that all of a sudden say, oh, I need a creative outlet. Where they haven't really looked at where is their creative outlet now.  22:18 And I think people always have a creative outlet. They just don't expand upon it if they can or think about it in terms of it being a creative outlet. But at any given stage of life they get to a point where they say I want to be more creative. That's the majority of people that come to me that say they want to learn voiceovers. Gosh, you know, I'm just looking for something. I hate my job or I'm just looking for something that allows me to expand my creativity and that is following a passion. And at whatever stage you're at the passion and at whatever stage you're at, I don't think it matters whether you decide to do that full-time or part-time. It is a journey of creative experience for you.  22:52 - Lau (Guest) Yeah, I just think one of the bigger mistakes that I see happen and it happens all the time as I meet people is that they mistake the idea that they can quit their day job and leave their life and leave everything and just become a full voiceover.  23:06 Talent and as a contractor. It's just not going to happen that way. It really just isn't. It's not going to happen as any kind of a contractor, let alone this kind of. So you really have to be honest about that. And, like I, have a talent who has worked for a company, an insurance company, for like 10 years or a long time as their spokesperson, as their voiceover. She does nothing else. She does nothing else. She does nothing else. She just had a baby. She'll probably have another baby. She aspires to do more, but in my heart of heart I know she won't. I know she won't because when she hits the level of time and energy that it would take to do that, she stops. She can't go past that and I say be happy, be happy, be fulfilled, be okay with that. If that's what you can do and what you want to accomplish, don't keep pushing for the moon and the stars when the reality is is you're not wanting to really do the work to get to the moon and the stars.  24:05 - Anne (Host) I love that you say that, because some people don't realize it. Some people don't realize it that they don't want to do the work and they say they want to and they, but they don't. But they really don't, they really don't. And here's the deal, guys. I mean, I got out of a corporate job, right. I got out of it and you think oh, it's going to be easy.  24:23 Right, this should be easy. Now, if you're performing and you're being the actor and it feels easy to you because I want to make a distinction here and it feels easy, well, you've probably put in the hours and you're definitely in that moment where you are acting and it seems like it's easy. But in reality the amount of hours you had to put in probably to get there may or may not have been easy. That's right. When it becomes easy and it feels good, then you know you're in that creative moment right where you're expressing your creativity. But to get to the moments where you can do that more often than you have to actually run the business because we talk about that's the work.  25:02 A lot of the work that has to go into it is the business aspect of it, which is why we have this podcast right. There's the whole business aspect, which requires more work than I ever put into my corporate job and I put in a lot of work in my corporate job. I worked three jobs, probably overtime, but I put more work into this full-time voice acting gig than I ever put into my corporate job and I put a lot of work in my corporate job.  25:27 - Lau (Guest) Because you love it. Because you love it, there's a passion, there's an honesty about it. You love it, you want to do it right. It's there for you. I got to tell you I'm a little jealous sometimes of the lives lived gone by that I had as well, where we were doing like community theater, we were doing things that had no money involved, no end game involved, other than the actual experience of doing it and just loving it, just like being, and we were rehearsing every night. We would do it for three, four months and then we would do one weekend of shows you know what I mean and I say, oh wow.  26:04 Sometimes I really miss those days, Anne, because that was the most honest, yeah most honest moments of I want to do this, I love doing this, I love being with the people and I'm doing it. That has ever been in many lives. Once we get tainted a little bit with oh, I have to make, money, I have to make money.  26:26 - Anne (Host) We got to pay the bills right. We got to pay the bills. If we didn't have to pay bills in our lifetime, wouldn't it be nice. We've got to pay the bills right, we've got to pay the bills. If we didn't have to pay bills in our lifetime, wouldn't it be nice. What would? Our world look like if we didn't have to pay bills, If we could just do what it was that we felt was our calling and have creative exploration.  26:42 - Lau (Guest) I also think though, if we're being honest, we do use money as a marker.  26:46 - Speaker 2 (Announcement) As a motivator. It's a motivator too it's incentive.  26:49 - Lau (Guest) It also feels really good when you earn money for something you love to do or do. Well, it feels really good. There's a rightness about it. Should it be all about that? Probably not. Yeah, probably not, because I think you can lose the luster very easily of why you came into it in the first place.  27:09 - Anne (Host) Yeah, I feel like the money is a good motivator. And it's interesting because I say to people like for me, I love the business of voiceover, because I love to see how I can make money, like in many different ways. And it's not necessarily that I well, I love money. I can say I love money but it's not important that I have to have a ton of it, but it's the creative challenge of making money. That's a whole other show, Anne. That's a whole—we've got to do a show on that.  27:35 - Speaker 2 (Announcement) How much do you love?  27:36 - Lau (Guest) money, because I'm telling you, this is like one of our top ten taboo lists that we're creating. Yeah, absolutely, the hobbyist on the taboo list Money. It's okay to love money on the taboo list. There's probably other stuff too that we'll think of along the way, but it's like we're trying to dispel this. It's not even a myth. It's true that you are made to feel this way in our society and it's not accurate. You don't have to feel that guilt. You don't have to feel bad about loving to do something and not wanting to make money at it, absolutely.  28:08 - Anne (Host) Or even if you want to make money at it, you don't have to feel bad. And so you guys bosses out there. You don't have to do full-time voiceover to be a boss. You can absolutely pursue part-time voiceover and be a boss and be the best boss that you can. So great conversation, laura.  28:26 - Lau (Guest) I love that we fixed that one.  28:28 - Anne (Host) Yeah right, that was a goodie. I'm going to give a great big shout out to our sponsor, ipdtl. You too can connect and network like bosses. Find out more at IPDTLcom. Bosses have an amazing week and we'll see you next week. See you next time.  28:44 - Speaker 3 (Announcement) Join us next week for another edition of VO Boss with your host, Anne Ganguzza, and take your business to the next level. Sign up for our mailing list at vobosscom and receive exclusive content, industry revolutionizing tips and strategies and new ways to rock your business like a boss. Redistribution with permission. Coast-to-coast connectivity via IPDTL.   

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In this episode of the Artist Academy podcast, I open up about something that so many artists struggle with: support systems (or the lack thereof). This episode explores what it's like to grow a creative career without constant encouragement from those around you. There's a reflection on the difference between blind support and honest concern, and how to stay focused when friends or family don't fully “get” what you're trying to build. If you've ever felt unseen, second-guessed, or unsupported, this one's for you. It's all about trusting yourself, finding the right community, and creating for you, not for the applause.www.artistacademy.com

The raw power of making something just for the hell of it—and why you should do it anyway.Yeah, I said it Krusty the Clown–style. It's Monday Motivation time, and you know what that means: caffeinate your soul, slap yourself awake with a paintbrush, and prepare to scream into the void—in the most beautiful, artful way possible.This week on FWACATA, we're talking total artistic freedom. That holy grail where there are no rules, no deadlines, no clients, no critics—just you, your tools, and that screaming void begging you to make something weird, raw, honest, maybe even kind of ugly... and therefore brilliant.But here's the trap: freedom is scary. Like, pants-half-unzipped-at-the-buffet scary. Blank canvases don't come with instructions. No guardrails. No gold stars. And when you strip away all the outer noise, what comes up? Imposter syndrome. Fear. Doubt. That voice that whispers: “You? Really? You think you're good enough?”I once painted a mural in Hialeah Gardens with the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles—up 12 feet on a ladder, baking in the Florida sun. My stomach turned. My hands shook. Not because I was tired. Because I didn't think I deserved to be there. I laughed to myself mid-brushstroke and said, “Oh… this is imposter syndrome.” And I kept painting.Because that's the secret: doing it anyway.You don't need permission. You don't need perfection. You need to ask, “Is this ME?”—not, “Is this good?” And that's the golden ticket. That's where the real art lives.Even if nobody sees it. Especially if nobody sees it.But hey—share it anyway. That weird little epoxy Max figure you sculpted? That strange sketch? That strange thought that bloomed into a poem? That might be the one thing that makes another artist out there—maybe in Akron, maybe in Argentina—feel less alone. That's enough.Artistic freedom means failing isn't failing. It's just research. It's the data you collect before making something even more you.So this week, make something messy. Make something dumb. Make something pure. Rip the caution tape off your brain and let it dance naked in the street. Be the beautiful chaos you were born to be.And as always—be good.

SummaryEric Terino returns to share how much has shifted since his last appearance nearly two years ago. The American singer-songwriter opens up about recent breakthroughs in managing his agoraphobia, the political climate's impact on queer safety, and his evolution from punk minimalism to avant-garde folk electronica.His latest release, Indelible Sundries, represents a bold artistic statement—a live album recorded remotely during isolating times, featuring hand-curated audience applause and single-take performances. Eric discusses the profound loss of his best friend, the healing power of authentic representation, and why he refuses to conform to stereotypical LGBTQ+ musical imagery.Timestamped Takeaways[00:29] Welcome Back: Eric discusses the strange experience of hearing his previous episode after a two-year delay[04:33] Personal Evolution: How Eric has changed from his hopeful pandemic-era self to navigating current challenges[09:15] Agoraphobia Breakthroughs: Recent progress in traveling beyond his comfort zone for the first time since the pandemic[10:54] Political Climate Impact: How America's hostile environment toward minorities affects mental health and personal safety[12:39] Musical Genre Evolution: The journey from minimalist punk to avant-garde folk electronica[17:45] Grief as Creative Catalyst: Processing the loss of a lifelong friend and its impact on artistic depth[21:02] Authentic LGBTQ+ Representation: Refusing to conform to stereotypical gay musician imagery[23:11] Queercore Influences: Discussion of punk's inherently queer nature and the UK's 1990s Queercore movement[26:21] Live Album Vulnerability: The courage required to create Indelible Sundries as a remote live recording[28:01] Creative Process Innovation: How individual applause recordings and single takes created authentic live atmosphere[34:22] Sandy Denny Cover Choice: Why "No More Sad Refrains" perfectly captured overcoming winter into springGuest BioEric Terino is an American singer-songwriter and multimedia artist creating authentic folk electronica from his unique perspective. His latest album Indelible Sundries showcases innovative remote live recording techniques while exploring themes of resilience, authenticity, and queer representation beyond stereotypes. Visit ericterino.com.LinksRead deep dives into our queer lives at the blog HERE.Check out the official podcast playlist on Spotify.Follow the podcast on: • Instagram • TikTok • FacebookSee producer and presenter Dan Hall's other work HERE (subtitled version HERE).Find composer Paul Leonidou HERE.Listen to other episodes at here.Visit the guest's homepage

Welcome to episode 222 of the Voice Acting Mastery podcast with yours truly, Crispin Freeman! As always, you can listen to the podcast using the player above, or download the mp3 using the link at the bottom of this blog post. The podcast is also available via the iTunes Store online. Just follow this link […]

The new novel Lonely Crowds follows two best friends who find their relationship challenged as they both pursue artistic success in New York City in the 1990s. Author Stephanie Wambugu joins to discuss her debut novel.

Tara Campbell, Head of RTE Radio 1; Caitriona Mc Loughlin, Artistic director of the Abbey Theatre; Kevin Barry, Writer; react to the death of Seán Rocks.

Send us a textWhat separates true creators from casual observers? The difference lies not in talent, but in how deeply they engage with their sensory experiences. As host Amakri Isoboye explores in this thought-provoking episode, creativity flourishes when we move beyond superficial perception to develop intimate relationships with our sensory inputs. Drawing inspiration from Leonardo da Vinci's observation that most humans "look without seeing, listen without hearing," Amakri invites listeners into the creative realm—a space where ordinary perceptions transform into extraordinary creations.Through personal anecdotes about his chef wife's relationship with ingredients and musicians who hear notes as living entities speaking to one another, Amakri reveals how creators in every field—from cuisine to music, fashion to fragrance—develop a heightened sensory awareness that allows them to access creative dimensions closed to those operating on autopilot.The creative process demands patience but rewards with unparalleled fulfillment. Whether you're crafting songs, stories, meals, or solutions, your creativity serves as a portal through which something new enters the world. This isn't creativity for creativity's sake, but a meaningful response to humanity's hunger for fresh perspectives and experiences.Ready to transform how you perceive and create? Listen now to discover how your senses can become doorways to something greater—pathways into a creative realm where you don't just look, but truly see; don't just hear, but deeply listen; and don't just exist, but fully experience the world around you.Support the showYou can support this show via the link below;https://www.buzzsprout.com/1718587/supporters/new

In this episode of QSJ Radio: Diggin' Up The Underground, we sit down with rising unsigned artist Lorena.Corr, whose haunting melodies and raw lyricism are capturing attention across the indie music scene. From her early songwriting in the UK to how she channels life's pain into power through her music, Lorena opens up about mental health, creative independence, and her mission to reach others who feel unseen. This intimate conversation dives deep into the soul of an artist making waves without a label — and doing it on her own terms. Tune in for laughs, vulnerable truths, and a reminder of what it means to make art without compromise.

Fluent Fiction - Danish: Finding Inspiration in Nyhavn: Astrid's Artistic Revival Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/da/episode/2025-07-27-22-34-01-da Story Transcript:Da: Som aftensolen begyndte at bøje sine stråler over Nyhavn, stod Astrid klar med sine pensler.En: As the evening sun began to bend its rays over Nyhavn, Astrid stood ready with her brushes.Da: Sommerluften var varm og brisen let.En: The summer air was warm and the breeze light.Da: De farverige huse langs kanalen spejlede sig i det stille vand, og det hele så næsten magisk ud.En: The colorful houses along the canal mirrored in the still water, and it all looked almost magical.Da: Astrid var en talentfuld, men kæmpende gadekunstner.En: Astrid was a talented but struggling street artist.Da: Hendes staffeli var opsat på brostensgaden, hvor turister traskede forbi med isvafler og kameraer.En: Her easel was set up on the cobblestone street, where tourists strolled by with ice cream cones and cameras.Da: Nyhavn emmede af liv.En: Nyhavn buzzed with life.Da: Musikken fra en gadeperformer spillede i baggrunden og lød som lyden af sommeraftener i København.En: Music from a street performer played in the background and sounded like the essence of summer evenings in Copenhagen.Da: Alligevel følte Astrid sig fjern fra sit maleri.En: Yet, Astrid felt distant from her painting.Da: Hun kunne ikke finde forbindelsen mellem sine hænder og lærredet.En: She couldn't find the connection between her hands and the canvas.Da: Det var som om blot at opfange alle de farvestrålende motiver, som Nyhavn tilbød, var en øvelse i det umulige.En: It was as if capturing all the vibrant motifs that Nyhavn offered was an exercise in the impossible.Da: Mange forbipasserende stoppede op for at beundre hendes arbejde, men alligevel sad usikkerheden fast i hendes sind.En: Many passersby stopped to admire her work, but still, doubt lingered in her mind.Da: Emil og Sofie, to venner fra byen, gik forbi og vinkede til hende.En: Emil and Sofie, two friends from the city, walked by and waved at her.Da: "Hvordan går det med maleriet?En: "How's the painting going?"Da: ", spurgte Emil med et smil.En: asked Emil with a smile.Da: Astrid trak på skuldrene og prøvede at ignorere den buldrende tvivl.En: Astrid shrugged and tried to ignore the roaring doubt.Da: "Jeg ved det ikke, Emil.En: "I don't know, Emil.Da: Det hele føles... fjernt," svarede hun ærligt.En: It all feels... distant," she replied honestly.Da: Efter lidt tid besluttede Astrid sig for at ændre sin tilgang.En: After a while, Astrid decided to change her approach.Da: I stedet for at male hele scenen, fokuserede hun på én detalje: et bestemt hus med røde skodder og en ældgammel historie.En: Instead of painting the entire scene, she focused on one detail: a particular house with red shutters and an ancient history.Da: Hun begyndte at skitsere de små detaljer, de ornamenterede vinduer og de bløde skift i farvenuancer.En: She began sketching the small details, the ornamented windows, and the soft shifts in color tones.Da: Netop da hun begyndte at male igen, overhørte hun en samtale mellem to ældre mænd om netop dette hus.En: Just as she began to paint again, she overheard a conversation between two elderly men about this very house.Da: Det havde engang været hjemsted for en berømt dansk digter, lærte Astrid.En: It had once been home to a famous Danish poet, Astrid learned.Da: Historien, der blev fortalt med entusiasme og kærlighed, tændte en gnist i hende.En: The story, told with enthusiasm and love, ignited a spark in her.Da: Pludselig så hun huset med nye øjne, og hendes pensler begyndte at danse over lærredet.En: Suddenly, she saw the house with new eyes, and her brushes began to dance across the canvas.Da: I løbet af den næste time flød farverne naturligt fra hendes hånd, og motivet trådte levende frem.En: Over the next hour, the colors flowed naturally from her hand, and the motif came to life.Da: Hendes fokus havde givet hende genopdaget klarhed og glæde.En: Her focus had given her newfound clarity and joy.Da: Hun tegnede med en passion, hun længe ikke havde følt.En: She painted with a passion she hadn't felt in a long time.Da: Da mørket lagde sig over Nyhavn, lagde Astrid penslen til side.En: As darkness settled over Nyhavn, Astrid put her brush aside.Da: Hun betragtede sit færdige maleri med stolthed.En: She regarded her finished painting with pride.Da: Det var lykkedes hende at fange stedets skønhed og ånd på en måde, der føltes ægte og personlig.En: She had succeeded in capturing the place's beauty and spirit in a way that felt genuine and personal.Da: Hun følte sig forbundet med sin kunst og omgivelserne igen.En: She felt connected to her art and surroundings once more.Da: Astrid pakkede sine materialer sammen, mens tilskuere nikkede anerkendende.En: Astrid packed up her materials while onlookers nodded appreciatively.Da: Med et lettet smil vidste hun, at hun havde genfundet sin kærlighed til at male, og hendes selvtillid voksede stille og roligt indeni.En: With a relieved smile, she knew she had rediscovered her love for painting, and her confidence slowly grew within her.Da: Nyhavn havde endnu engang vist hende vejen tilbage til sine kreative rødder.En: Nyhavn had once again shown her the way back to her creative roots. Vocabulary Words:rays: strålerbrushes: penslercobblestone: brostensgadenbreeze: brisenmirrored: spejledemagical: magisktalented: talentfuldstruggling: kæmpendestrolled: traskededoubt: tvivlconversation: samtaleelderly: ældreenthusiasm: entusiasmeignite: tændespark: gnistfocus: fokusclarity: klarhedpride: stolthedgenuine: ægteroots: røddershutters: skodderancient: ældgammelornamented: ornamenteredetones: farvenuancersketching: skitseremotif: motivlinger: sidde fastredeemed: genopdagetsurroundings: omgivelserpacked: pakkede

In this powerful episode of The Nerdy Photographer Podcast, we sit down with documentary filmmaker Ilie Mitaru to discuss his deeply moving film First Frames. The documentary follows the journey of photographer and refugee Serbest Salih who travels to refugee camps to teach children the basics of photography—giving them not just a creative outlet, but a voice. For children facing the trauma of displacement, disrupted education, and overwhelming anxiety, the camera becomes more than a tool—it becomes a lifeline. Ilie shares the inspiration behind the film and what drew him to this story. The idea that something as simple as a camera could provide emotional relief and empowerment was a concept he found both beautiful and necessary. As the film unfolds, it becomes clear that photography offers these children a way to process their experiences, to document their world on their own terms, and to feel seen in a life where invisibility often feels like the norm. We discuss the careful balance required to tell these stories truthfully and respectfully, and how the project reinforced Ilie's belief in the transformative power of storytelling. The children's photos are not just snapshots—they are declarations of identity, resilience, and hope. This episode is a poignant reminder of photography's ability to do more than capture beautiful images. It can heal. It can educate. It can empower. Whether you're a professional photographer or someone who simply loves the art form, First Frames is a story that will stay with you long after the credits roll. Tune in to hear how one filmmaker is documenting the intersection of creativity, compassion, and global impact—one frame at a time. Watch the Film Here - https://nerdyphotographer.com/podcast/147-first-frames-giving-refugee-children-artistic-voice/ Contribute to Serbest's photo organization - https://www.fotohane.org/ Episode Promos This episode contains promos for the following: On1 Photo Software - https://nerdyphotographer.com/recommends/on1/ Backblaze Data Backup - https://www.backblaze.com/cloud-backup/personal#afc32p Siteground Web Hosting - https://www.siteground.com/go/nerdy Narrative AI Culling, Editing, and Publishing - https://narrative.so/select?affiliate=casey2746 Support The Nerdy Photographer Want to help The Nerdy Photographer Podcast? Here are a few simple (and mostly free) ways you can do that: Subscribe to the podcast! Tell your friends about the podcast Sign up for the newsletter - https://nerdyphotographer.com/newsletter Subscribe to our YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/@CaseyFatchett Buy a print from the print shop - https://art.caseyfphoto.com Follow on Instagram - https://instagram.com/thenerdyphoto Follow on Threads - https://threads.net/@thenerdyphoto Follow on BlueSky - https://bsky.app/profile/thenerdyphoto.bsky.social Follow in Tiktok - https://tiktok.com/@thenerdyphoto Get some Nerdy Photographer merchandise - https://www.teepublic.com/stores/nerdy-photographer If you're feeling extra generous, check out our support page - https://nerdyphotographer.com/support-nerdy-photographer/ About My Guest Ilie Mitaru is an Emmy-nominated producer and director whose work centers on regular people in extraordinary circumstances. American cowboys brought to rural Russia to help restart the country's beef industry; renegade farmers building their own wildfire defense rigs; a lone auto mechanic traversing miles of desert borderland with jugs of water to save his fellow migrants, Ilie's stories create empathy and a connection to what at first might appear foreign, but ultimately proves universal. Ilie's films and photography have been featured in The New York Times, National Geographic, The Guardian, among others. A first generation Romanian-American whose parents received political asylum during the Cold War, Ilie is drawn to stories that push against easy assumptions of otherness and strive for a more complex understanding of the individuals and communities centered in his work. His work can be found at www.iliemitaru.com About The Podcast The Nerdy Photographer Podcast is written and produced by Casey Fatchett. Casey is a professional photographer in the New York City / Northern New Jersey with more than 20 years of experience. He just wants to help people and make them laugh. You can view Casey's wedding work at https://fatchett.com or his non-wedding work at https://caseyfatchettphotography.com    If you have any questions or comments about this episode or any other episodes, OR if you would like to ask a photography related question or have ideas for a topic for a future episode, please reach out to us at https://nerdyphotographer.com/contact      

The High An Artistic Exploration of Everyday Experiences on The High Line - NYC By Albert Dépas Depas-studio.com Thehigh.online Overview The High Line, once an abandoned railway track, has been radically transformed into a lush, vibrant oasis, with the industrial structures repurposed into unique seating areas. This 1.5-mile elevated linear park in New York City is a testament to the potential of urban spaces. This book, "The High," is the result of countless weekly visits over several years. The aim is to showcase the essence of the High Line, capturing the park's beauty through the lens of art. While the photographs depict certain features and observations, the poems aim to invoke the energy through which these experiences emerge and are appreciated. The book is thoughtfully designed to be a seamless, continuous adventure. The content is a rich tapestry of diverse photographs and poems, each capturing a unique aspect of the High Line, from the vibrant greenery to the distinctive seating areas, lively activities, and tranquil moments. "The High" offers a comprehensive view of the High Line, inviting you to explore its many facets. If you haven't experienced the High Line yet, this book will spark your curiosity and inspire you to embark on a journey to discover its unique essence.

When I say sketchbook, you might be thinking of a book with thin paper where you'd use a graphite pencil to draw.And that absolutely IS a sketchbook. But when guest Steve Griggs talks about sketchbooks he means a book filled with watercolor paper, which he uses for everything, drawing, painting, thinking and maybe most importantly developing ideas.In this mini episode, you'll get practical tips for different ways to use a sketchbook. You'll learn how to walk through the development of an idea to go deeper and you'll explore how to push past that blank page with a NEW sketchbook.Learn more about Steve Griggs here:WEBSITE / WORKSHOPS / YOUTUBE / INSTAGRAM / FACEBOOK----- Art Habit Bootcamp -----Ready to build a consistent art habit? Join the waitlist the Art Habit Bootcamp [Beta], an 8-week guided experience designed to help you show up with structure, support, and simple daily projects. Spots are limited— add your name to the waitlist today to get first in line when the class goes live.Support the show

After two traumatic brain injuries, everything changed for Cheri Carandanis. She was forced to give up a distinguished 25-year career as a critical care flight nurse in the U.S. military, where her identity was deeply intertwined with her profession.  Cheri faced unimaginable challenges, but when prescribed creativity to heal damaged brain pathways, her rehabilitation became a lifeline. Art became her new calling, and it led to a profound path to self-discovery and healing.  When I heard Cheri's story inside Studio Elite, I knew I had to share it with the world. And trust me, my conversation with her is not one you want to miss! Make sure to subscribe to this podcast so you don't miss a thing! And don't forget to come hang with me on Instagram @jodie_king_. Interested in being a guest on a future episode of Honest Art? Email me at amy@jodieking.com! Resources mentioned: Learn more about Cheri's art: https://www.carandanisfineart.com/ Stay in touch with Cheri on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carandanisfineart/  Stay in touch with Cheri on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/carandanisfineart  Learn more about Studio Elite: https://www.jodiekingart.com/studioelite Learn more about the Honest Art Society: https://www.jodiekingart.com/has  Join me at my Santa Fe workshop in July: https://www.santafeartistgetaway.com/service-page/honest-art-2?referral=service_list_widget  Join me at my Austin workshop in October: https://jodieking.com/honest-art-workshop-austin-october-2025   Worthy: How to Believe You Are Enough and Transform Your Life by Jamie Kern Lima: https://amzn.to/44PplTL  Have a question for Jodie? Ask it here: https://forms.gle/hxrVu4oL4PVCKwZm6  How are you liking the Honest Art Podcast? Leave us a review on your favorite podcast platform and let us know!     Watch this full episode on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC64Vn6NF5BfiwLNTSb_VnDA  For a full list of show notes and links, check out my blog: www.jodieking.com/podcast