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When scientists finally learn how to make ceramics that can endure high temperatures and conduct electricity without resistance, they may have to thank the sea urchin for teaching them how to do it.While the ceramics that humans manufacture are fairly strong and resist forces that destroy other materials, they have their imperfections. They are not shatter-resistant. And it takes a lot of heat to create them. On the other hand, mollusks like the nautilus and sea urchin make shatterproof ceramics out of calcium carbonate—which is chalk—using no heat and a little water. And the mollusk‑created ceramics come in intricate shapes, often much more complex than those made by humans.Scientists are now studying how mollusks make their ceramics so that we can also make better ones. The processes they are learning will enable the manufacture of strong ceramic materials that conduct electricity without resistance. They will be cheap and easy to make, yet they will provide us with better building materials and even artificial bones.Scientists are learning that the secret to making superior ceramics uses cheap materials and a very complex series of chemical reactions carried out by special cells in ceramic‑making mollusks. It's definitely not a system that was worked out by no one at all through chance and accident. In effect, science is seeking to learn how the Creator made ceramics, so that we can do it too!Genesis 1:31"And God saw every thing that he had made, and, behold, it was very good. And the evening and the morning were the sixth day."Prayer: Father, I often forget that Your wisdom extends to very material things, things which I don't usually associate with the spiritual. Teach me not to separate the spiritual and material, but see them both as coming from Your Hand. Help me to glorify You in spiritual as well as material matters. In Jesus' Name. Amen.REF.: Amato, Ivan. Better ceramics through biology. Science News. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1232/29?v=20251111
In this soft-spoken sleep documentary, I tell you about ceramics: what pottery, earthenware, stoneware, terracotta, and porcelain are; how they appeared; and how significant they have been since prehistory around the world—in Ancient Egypt, Greece, the Americas, the Islamic world, Europe, and of course, China.This podcast is entirely scripted and recorded by real people, it includes no AI, and mid-roll ad breaks are turned off so that you can relax without interruption. #sleep #bedtimestory #asmr #sleepstory #history Welcome to Lights Out Library Join me for a sleepy adventure tonight. Sit back, relax, and fall asleep to documentary-style bedtime stories read in a calming ASMR voice. Learn something new while you enjoy a restful night of sleep. Listen ad free and get access to bonus content on our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/LightsOutLibrary621 Enjoy my audiobook on Ancient Egyptian History, Myths & Mysteries: https://open.spotify.com/show/6mCqX5FoO6uCilrWCS8mB9?si=e1ecb983d2534d69 Listen on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@LightsOutLibraryov ¿Quieres escuchar en Español? Echa un vistazo a La Biblioteca de los Sueños! En Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1t522alsv5RxFsAf9AmYfg En Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/la-biblioteca-de-los-sue%C3%B1os-documentarios-para-dormir/id1715193755 En Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@LaBibliotecadelosSuenosov Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Zschimmer & Schwarz did not enter the water-based digital adhesives arena overnight; its position today is built on more than a decade of dedicated research, hands-on industrial testing, and continuous product refinement.In this podcast episode, we take a closer look at the AQUABOND range of water-based digital adhesives, exploring how the line has evolved, the technical principles behind it, and the development strategy that shaped it.Alongside essential background insights into the technological and market landscape, we provide a structured comparison of the different products within the range—highlighting their distinctions, intended functions, and performance profiles, and explaining how each formulation has been engineered for specific production environments.Water content, the presence or absence of fusible components, operating temperature, lubrication level, machine runnability, and other critical parameters become practical benchmarks to guide product selection—giving listeners a clear framework to assess and fully leverage the potential of the AQUABOND line in advanced industrial applications.
Artspeak Radio, Wednesday, February 18, 2026, 9am -10am CST, 90.1fm KKFI Kansas City Community Radio, streaming live audio www.kkfi.org Producer/host Maria Vasquez Boyd talks with artists Linda Lighton and Jeff Conners. LINDA LIGHTON is an artist and activist living and working in Kansas City, Missouri. She is a passionate advocate for the arts both regionally, nationally and internationally, and she is committed to being creatively prolific and politically engaged on a daily basis. Lighton has had more than 80 solo shows and has participated in more than 230 group exhibitions at museums and galleries in the United States, Europe, the Middle East and Asia. Linda Lighton's work is in national and international collections in China, France, Germany, Hungary, Israel, Japan, Korea, Latvia, Lithuania, Spain, Switzerland, Taiwan and Turkey as well as The Nelson Atkins Museum of Art, Kansas City, MO; Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art, Kansas City, MO; Spencer Museum of Art, Lawrence, KS; Ariana Museum, Geneva, Switzerland; Fule International Ceramic Museum, Fuping, China, the Yingee Museum in Taiwan, and Icheon International Ceramic Museum, Icheon, Korea. Linda Lighton is a member of the International Academy of Ceramics. She is the founder and director of the Lighton International Artists Exchange Program, which has sent over 207 artists to 59 countries and the Arctic Circle. In 2008, she was chosen for the Missouri Arts Award, and in 2011 she received the Award for Excellence in the Visual Arts and Education from the Kansas City Art Institute, where she graduated with honors in 1989. In 2016, Lighton received the Outstanding Achievement Award from the National Council for the Education of the Ceramic Arts. She is a member of the International Academy of Ceramics. Recently, Lighton completed two large commissions. The first, a 1% for the Arts program, involved producing a twenty-foot-long mural titled "Ode to the Tallgrass Prairie" for the new Kansas City International Airport. The second was a large chandelier titled "Luminous," installed in the Grand Salon at the Kansas City Museum. Lighton is a fervent arts advocate and activist. She has worked on many boards in her community; helping to instigate the One Percent for Arts Program in Kansas City, and serving on numerous boards over the years: Young Audiences of Kansas City, Friends of Art, Nelson Atkins Museum, Review Magazine, Kansas City Ballet, and National Council for the Education of the Ceramic Arts, Kansas City Jewish Museum Board. She currently serves on the National Committee at the Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art, and administers the Lighton International Artists Exchange Program. On view now, Linda Lighton: Love & War, A Fifty-Year Survey, 1975-2025 On view Dec. 13, 2025 through May 3, 2026 December 13, 2025 - May 3, 2026 Nerman Museum of Contemporary Art, 12345 College Blvd Overland Park, KS Oppenheimer Thompson and Anonymous Galleries, First Floor Linda Lighton: Love and War: A Fifty Year Survey, 1975–2025 (Hardcover) available now www.lindalighton.com JEFF CONNERS is a California / San Francisco Bay Area native who has spend his life immersed in the arts. His creative journey spans painting, piano, music composition, stand up comedy and theatre. As a member of the comedy group “Bartalk” in the 80's and 90's he had to opportunity to work with such people as Robin Williams, Whoopi Goldberg, Dana Carvey, Bobcat Goldthwaite, Kevin Pollak, Mark Pitta and many others. Bartalk performed in famous comedy clubs such as The Punchline, The Boarding House, The Holy City Zoo, Cobbs Comedy Pub and Tommy T's. In theatre, Jeff has acted in and directed well over a 100 plays and musicals and in the 90's was artistic director and founder of the New Earth Theatre, the San Leandro Community Theatre (now San Leandro Players) and the San Leandro Shakespeare Festival in the San Francisco Bay Area. These theatre groups were used as a vehicle to raise money for the San Leandro Public Library foundation and through the years raised well off 100K dollars. Jeff's original show “The Angel of the Gutter” was performed off-Broadway in New York in 2000 at the Creative Place Theatre. He recently directed “Bullshot Crummond” at The Roaring 20 Gallery and Event space in Westport. Jeff is also an avid pianist and composer and has written the score to George Bernard Shaw's “Androcles and the Lion”. Now based in Kansas City, painting remains his deepest passion and has been a constant in his life since his youth. He is the Artist in Residence at the newly opened “Elevator” in North Kansas City. He is currently showing at 80 Santa Fe Gallery in Overland Park as part of their “Color” exhibit. “Color” runs through March 15, 2026. He will be featured at Mod Gallery in Kansas City in September and has a solo exhibition at Elevator, currently in the works slated for a May/June showing (dates haven't been finalized as of this writing). He works in oil, acrylic and watercolor and features slices of city and urban life, cityscapes, landscapes and people. jeffconners.art (website currently under construction) https://artskcgo.com/artist/jeff-conners/ Instagram - @jeffconnersartstudio Facebook – Jeff Conners Art
Benjamin grew up on the irrigation ditches on the 100th meridian.She received her Bachelors in Arts from Hastings College in 2001 and worked as a studio assistant for Jun Kaneko until 2006. In 2008, I received my M.F.A from Bowling Green State University, Ohio.Benjamin fuses water drought data with monumental, scaled ceramics, and her work has been featured at the Joslyn Art Museum, Museum of Nebraska Art, the Great Plains Art Museum, and private galleries in the Midwest. In 2013, the Nebraska Arts Council awarded me an Individual Artist Fellowship Grant. My artwork has been published in Ceramics Monthly, Clay Times, NY Arts Magazine, Lark Crafts: The Best of 500 Ceramics, 500 Ceramic Sculptures, and in Sculpture Magazine.
Maya Buffett Davis is a sculptor currently pursuing an MFA in Ceramics at Colorado University Boulder. For the next couple of days you can view her show “Books are Machines” at the Bemis Public Library in Littleton, CO until February 14, 2026. We chat about the ideas behind the show including the relationship between the viewer and an interactive sculpture and inspiring attention. Learn more about Maya's work on Instagram and her web site mayabuffettdavis.xyz
In this episode of Creative Guts, co-hosts Laura Harper Lake and Becky Barsi chat with Jihye Han, a South Korean ceramic artist and educator, as well as the recipient of the 2025 Piscataqua Region Artist Advancement Grant by the New Hampshire Charitable Foundation. Jihye's work centers on cultural memory, identity, and human connection. Our conversation includes the inspiration behind her current moon jar series, the technical process of her ceramics, and how her multicultural background, teaching, and being a parent all inform her creative practice. We also cover what it was like applying to the Piscataqua Region Artist Advancement Grant, and her reaction to learning the news she was the recipient!View Jihye's art at https://www.jihyehanart.com/work. Follow her on Instagram at www.instagram.com/hjhalice.Learn about the New Hampshire Charitable Foundation Artist Advancement Grant Exhibit featuring Jihye's work at 3S Artspace at https://www.3sarts.org/aag-2026.Explore the 2026 Piscataqua Region Artist Advancement Grant at https://www.nhcf.org/how-can-we-help-you/apply-for-a-grant/artist-advancement-grant-program/.Listen to this episode wherever you listen to podcasts or on our website www.CreativeGutsPodcast.com. Connect with us on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, and Discord. Subscribe to our Substack newsletter at creativegutspod.substack.com. If you love listening, consider making a donation to Creative Guts! Our budget is tiny, so donations of any size make a big difference. Learn more about us and make a tax-deductible donation at www.CreativeGutsPodcast.com. Thank you to our friends at Art Up Front Street Studios and Gallery in Exeter, NH and the Rochester Museum of Fine Arts in Rochester, NH for their support of the show! Any views or opinions expressed by our hosts or guests do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Creative Guts.
In this episode of What's My Thesis?, ceramic sculptor and installation artist Liz Stringer joins the podcast for an in-depth conversation about sculpture, scale, and the body. Working primarily with ceramics, metal armatures, and welded structures, Stringer discusses how her practice emerged from a background shaped by medicine, illness, and early encounters with Roman, Gothic, and Baroque architecture. The conversation explores monumental ceramics, biopolitics, and public space, including Stringer's engagement with civic spectacle, parade structures, and collective ritual. Drawing on Enlightenment history, architecture, and lived experience, Stringer reflects on her recent MFA thesis work, which centers the viewer's body within installations addressing armor, metamorphosis, vulnerability, and systems of power.
We sit down with Dr. Tasneem Karassi of Wellness Family Dentistry to talk about her journey into dentistry, her decision to open a startup practice in Royal Oak, and her passion for patient-centered, whole-body dental care. We start by getting to know Dr. Karassi beyond dentistry, including her long-time love of ceramics and how working with her hands outside the office helps her unwind and stay grounded. That creative background naturally connects to dentistry, a profession that blends precision, artistry, and problem-solving.We explore how and why she chose Royal Oak as both her home and the location for her practice. After working in several offices across the region, Dr. Karassi knew she wanted to build something from scratch that reflected her own vision. With encouragement from fellow local business owners and the right opportunity opening up, Wellness Family Dentistry was born. She shares how the energy, community, and vibrancy of Royal Oak made it the perfect place to plant roots and grow a practice.A major focus of our conversation is dental anxiety. We talk about why so many patients feel nervous at the dentist and how trust, communication, and time are the most important tools in overcoming that fear. Dr. Karassi explains how her office prioritizes education, visual tools, and a calm, spa-like environment to remove the mystery from dental care. From aroma therapy to noise-canceling headphones, everything is designed to make patients feel safe, heard, and unrushed.We also dive into dental insurance and affordability, including options for patients without insurance. Dr. Karassi outlines her one-time new patient special and the Wellness Family Plan, a membership model that focuses on preventive care and transparency rather than insurance limitations.One of the most impactful parts of the conversation centers on airway dentistry and sleep apnea. We discuss how sleep apnea is often underdiagnosed, how it affects the entire body, and how dentists can play a key role in identifying and treating it. Dr. Karassi explains mandibular advancement devices as a non-invasive alternative to CPAP machines and shares real-life examples of how proper diagnosis can dramatically improve patients' quality of life.We wrap up by talking about pediatric dental care, the importance of starting children early, and how lifelong habits are formed. Dr. Karassi shares how her curiosity and conversations during a two-year gap period ultimately led her into dentistry, a profession she now uses to combine health, wellness, aesthetics, and community impact.Wellness Family Dentistry Website– https://wellnessfamilydentistry.co(00:00) Intro(00:20) Welcome to the ROCC Pod(00:49) Ceramics, Creativity, and Dentistry(01:53) Starting a Dental Practice from Scratch(04:24) Understanding and Treating Dental Anxiety(08:46) Dental Insurance, Membership Plans, and Costs(10:30) Airway Dentistry and Sleep Apnea(15:57) Pediatric Dental Care and Starting Kids Early(18:24) Finding Passion in Dentistry(20:33) Joining the Royal Oak Chamber(21:14) Fishbowl Question & Fun Wrap-Up(22:41) How to Contact Wellness Family Dentistry Learn more about the Royal Oak Chamber of Commerce: https://www.royaloakchamber.com/Connect with our hosts:Jon Gay from JAG in Detroit Podcasts - http://www.jagindetroit.com/Lisa Bibbee from Century 21 Northland - http://soldbylisab.com/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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In this week's episode we spotlight a favorite of rainbow egg keepers - the Olive Egger! We also discuss three important signs of winter vitamin and mineral deficiency in your flock, share our recipe for delicious Blueberry Baked Donuts, and provide some retail therapy with Glazy Hen Ceramics.Grubbly Farms - click here for our affiliate link.https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-100963304-15546963Pre and Probiotic and Vitamin and Electrolyte Powders!Bright and Early Coffee - use code CWTCL15 for 15% off of any bagged coffee. K Cups always ship free!https://brightandearlycoffee.com/Omlet Coops- Use Our Affiliate Link and COFFEE10 code for 10% off!https://tidd.ly/3Uwt8BfBreed Spotlight is sponsored by Murray McMurray Hatcheryhttps://www.mcmurrayhatchery.com/Metzer Farms Waterfowlhttps://www.metzerfarms.com/Eaton Pet and Pasture - Use code COFFEE for a discount on first-time purchases.Nestera UShttps://nestera.us/cwtclUse our affiliate link above for 5% off your purchaseBlueberry Baked Donuts - https://coffeewiththechickenladies.com/farm-fresh-egg-recipes/blueberry-baked-donuts/CWTCL Websitehttps://coffeewiththechickenladies.com/CWTCL Etsy Shophttps://www.etsy.com/shop/CoffeeWChickenLadiesAs Amazon Influencers, we may receive a small commission from the sale of some items at no additional cost to consumers.CWTCL Amazon Recommendationshttps://www.amazon.com/shop/coffeewiththechickenladiesSupport the show
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Dr. Randie Schacter, MD - Ceramics Luxury Retreats and moreIn this episode, psychiatrist Dr. Schacter talks about incorporating the arts in healing her patients and clinicians. She fell in love with ceramics and shares her expertise in the healing arts. Dr. Schacter is a meditation and yoga instructor who designs luxury retreats for women professionals in places like Portugal and the Berkshires. You can find her information at https://www.Silverspaces.orgDr. Randie Schacter is the founder and owner of Silver Psychiatric Services, PC in Matthews, NC, where she specializes in treating women and children, with a particular dedication to supporting women physicians. She created Mindfulness Based Arts and Stress Reduction (MBASR), an innovative interactive program that blends mindfulness, meditation, yoga, cognitive behavioral therapy, art, and peer support—enhanced by farm-to-table gourmet meals—to help women professionals effectively manage stress and burnout. MBASR has made a significant impact in the Charlotte medical community, fostering well-being through creativity, care, and connection.Building on MBASR's success, Dr. Schacter expanded her transformative retreats to luxurious international destinations, with the next event scheduled for March 2026 in Olhão, Portugal. Future retreats are also planned along the North Carolina beaches and at a stunning villa in Jamaica for 2026/2027 with CME available to those physicians that are interested in receiving them.www.Silverspaces.org/portugal www.Silverpsychiatric.com
The pivotal role of rheological additives in ceramic processes: how deflocculants and binders shape the stability, viscosity, and workability of ceramic suspensions.The discussion explores particle interactions, colloidal stability, the electric double layer, and the main electrostatic and steric stabilization mechanisms.The goal is to highlight how the right use of additives can optimize production processes and enhance the quality of the final ceramic product.
Konsthantverkspodden meets Berenice Hernández, who has a Master's degree in Ceramics and Glass at Konstfack. Her practice includes public commissions, sculptures, performance, teaching and curating. She is originally from Mexico but is based in Sweden since 10 years. Architecture and how it shapes us, is an important subject in Hernández art. Konsthantverkspodden features Ida Netterberg, Lisa Maria Pettersson, Petter Rhodiner and Evelina Dovsten. The podcast is made in collaboration with Konsthantverkscentrum and with support from Kulturrådet. Sound: Umami produktion. Music: Karin Fjellman Dovsten Konsthantverkspodden träffar Berenice Hernández, som har en master från Keramik & Glas på Konstfack. Hennes praktik inkluderar offentlig konst, skulptur, performance, undervisning & arbete som curator. Hon är ursprungligen från Mexico men är sedan 10 år baserad i Sverige. Arkitektur och hur den formar oss är ett centralt tema i Hernández konst. Konsthantverkspodden görs av Ida Netterberg, Lisa Maria Pettersson, Petter Rhodiner och Evelina Dovsten. Podden görs i samarbete med Konsthantverkscentrum, och med stöd av Kulturrådet. Ljud: Umami produktion. Musik: Karin Fjellman Dovsten.
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Send us a textIn this week's episode Lance and Jacklyn start the new year strong with a four- day weekend, touring their old haunts and soaking up all that Tampa and St. Pete have to offer. Listen in for recommendations - where we are going, what we are doing, and what we are watching. Wishing everyone a fulfilling, healthy, abundant, and happy new year!
Archaeologists trace the earliest clay containers to the Stone Age when people used crude stone tools to make clay pots for cooking and storage. Today's potters use special types of clay and sophisticated techniques to produce fine craft ceramics. Once crafted mostly by artists, pottery is now one of the hottest hobbies in the country. Ceramics classes are full to bursting, some kilns are running 24 hours a day and the British show, “The Great Pottery Throwdown” has millions of rabid fans. What kicked off this ceramics craze that shows no signs of slowing down?*This segment originally aired in December 2024*
HYUNUKO is the studio of ceramicist Henry Kim, blending function and fantasy through sculptural furniture, lighting, and vessels. Formerly Head of Ceramics at The Haas Brothers, Kim draws on themes of nature, sci-fi, and escapism to create narrative-driven works that blur the boundaries between fine art and design. https://ThePottersCast.com/1190
Synopsis: Step into the studio of ceramicist Akinsanya Kambon, where ancient traditions meet revolutionary fervor: here, stunning works born from earthy materials recount tales of resistance, redemption, and hope across generations and geography.Make a tax deductible YEAR END DONATION and become a member go to LauraFlanders.org/donate. This show is made possible by you! Description [original release date September 2025]: With each glimmering piece he creates, artist Akinsanya Kambon brings suppressed histories of both colonization and liberation to life. His ceramic works depict struggle and survival across the African diaspora, and stepping into his studio is a spiritual experience, as Laura Flanders recently discovered. Kambon was a member of the Sacramento chapter of the Black Panther Party where he worked on the layout and illustration of the party's famous paper and became lieutenant for culture, illustrating among other things the party's ten point plan and works for young people. In 2023, he won the prestigious Mohn Award — the top prize given by the Hammer Museum for his participation in their biennial “Made in LA” show, titled Acts of Living. His one-man show opened in Beverly Hills at Marc Selwyn Fine Art in April 2025. An exhibition of his work will open at the New York Sculpture Center in May 2026. In this unique conversation, Flanders asks Kambon about his own survival stories, including his polio diagnosis, getting drafted into the Vietnam War, and his year on death row. Kambon was arrested in connection with the killing of a police officer and was later acquitted from that high-profile Oak Park Four case. Join Flanders and Kambon as they discuss how art keeps spirits alive, and catch Flanders' commentary on today's fight to control our nation's stories.“Art educates the masses of people. Not Black or white or Asian, this educates the masses of young people to our struggle, to how long they're struggling and how it's connected.” - Akinsanya Kambon“I thought of myself as an artist even when I was a child, because art was therapy for me . . . I used to always seem like I would always take the side of the underdog.” - Akinsanya KambonGuest: Akinsanya Kambon, Artist, Former Marine, Black Panther & Art ProfessorSpecial thanks: Cynthia Wornham, Annie Philbin, Marc Selwyn Fine Art Additional Credits:Additional Crew: Marco Amador, Producciones Cimarrón Clips from the documentary short- "Akinsanya Kambon The Hero Avenges," Produced by The Hammer Museum; Directed by Gabriel Noguez and Sean Rowry. Full Conversation Release: While our weekly shows are edited to time for broadcast on Public TV and community radio, we offer to our members and podcast subscribers the full uncut conversation. These audio exclusives are made possible thanks to our member supporters.Watch the special report on YouTube; PBS World Channel, and on over 300 public stations across the country (check your listings, or search here via zipcode). Listen: Episode airing on community radio (check here to see if your station is airing the show) & available as a podcast.Full Episode Notes are located HERE. RESOURCES:Related Laura Flanders Show Episodes:• Jacqueline Woodson & Catherine Gund: Breathing Through Chaos & the “Meanwhile”, Watch / Listen: Episode Cut - Full Uncut Conversation• Genesis Be & Rev. Dr. Jacqui Lewis: Building Collective Freedom with a Poet & Preacher, Watch / Listen: Episode Cut • Ai Weiwei: How Do We Save Our Humanity? Watch / Listen: Episode Cut - Full Uncut Conversation Related Articles and Resources:• Akinsanya Kambon exhibit for ‘Made in L.A. 2023: Acts of Living' the Hammer Museum's biennial exhibition highlighting the practices of artists working throughout the greater Los Angeles area• Akinsanya Kambon Receives $100,000 John Award, Made in L.A. Biennial's Top Prize Honors Artistic Excellence, by Victoria L. Walntine, December 12, 2023, Culture Type• Akinsanya Kambon's exhibition April 17-May31, 2025 at Marc Selwyn Fine Art•. 10 Shows to see in Los Angeles May 2025, by Matt Stromberg, May 1, 2025 Hyperallergic• Upcoming Akinsanya Kambon Exhibitions: He will be featured in a solo exhibition represented by Ortuza Projects in collaboration with Marc Selwyn Fine Art during Frieze New York in May 2026, and concurrent with a solo exhibition at the New York Sculpture Center. 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In 2018, we named Slow Pottery one of our ten floral insights of the year, and the interest in combining locally-grown flowers with curated pottery and vase collections has only continued to gain momentum. The demand for American-made pottery first caught our attention in a 2015 New York Times article titled “The Budding Ceramics-to-Table Movement,” with the […] The post Episode 748: Flowers & Ceramics, creating a floral enterprise that combines one artist's passions, with Michelle Hartney appeared first on Slow Flowers Podcast with Debra Prinzing.
Originally from New Jersey, Marrianne Robilotta moved to Montana in 2015 to pursue pottery full-time. Although she received a degree in Ceramics, Marianne considers herself self-taught. Focusing on production, Marianne strives to produce large quantities of consistent pieces while retaining the craftsmanship and artistic expression of a studio potter. https://ThePottersCast.com/1185
Ryan and Becca recap Ryan's two-week “pottery vacation,” where he stepped away from his day job to experience what full-time pottery could feel like. They talk through the technical challenges he tackled, the shows he prepared for, and the sales strategies he experimented with. Ryan also reflects on managing his health, energy, and work-life balance during the break. They wrap up with how the experience shaped his outlook on future goals and how pottery fits alongside his career as a UX engineer.SponsorsL&L Kilns - The durable kiln that potters trust to fire evenly & consistently. Find your L&L kiln at hotkilns.comSoolla® - The brand-new Studio Pouch from Soolla is the perfect sidekick to your studio bag, designed to keep your favorite tools organized and close at hand. Available in eleven colors and durable, machine-washable canvas. Find your new studio bag at soolla.co and save 15% at checkout with coupon code "WHEELTALK" (exclusions may apply).Support the show on Patreon for as little as $3 per month: https://patreon.com/WheeltalkpodcastFollow us on Instagram:@wheeltalkpodcast@rdceramics@5linespotteryVisit our website:www.wheeltalkpotcast.comWheel Talk YouTube Channel
Marcello and Miki Massoni are the co-founders of Gaya Ceramic and Gaya Ceramic Arts Center in Ubud, Bali. Their work blends Italian sensibility with Balinese craft, creating refined tableware, installations, artworks, and sustainable design projects. Through studio production, education, and collaboration, they celebrate clay as a living, tactile language of beauty, culture, and community. https://ThePottersCast.com/1182
Over the past two decades, the artist Theaster Gates has poured himself into his multifaceted practice that spans pottery, painting, sculpture, urban development, performance, archival research, and arts administration. Along the way, he has risen to become one of the most widely celebrated figures in the world of art, transforming abandoned, dormant buildings in Chicago's Grand Crossing neighborhood, on the city's South Side, into dynamic third spaces for social, cultural, and spiritual communion; linking his hometown of Chicago with Japan, where in 2004 he trained with master potters in the coastal city of Tokoname and has maintained a deep connection ever since; and effectively rescuing, recontextualizing, and resuscitating culturally significant archives.On this episode of Time Sensitive, our latest “site-specific” recording, Gates sits down with Spencer inside his personal library in Chicago to talk about his current exhibition, “Unto Thee,” at the University of Chicago's Smart Museum of Art (on view through Feb. 22, 2026); his forward-looking vision for his latest project, The Land School, which he and his Rebuild Foundation have reshaped into an arts incubator; and the vast, alchemic impacts of music on his life and work.Special thanks to our Season 12 presenting sponsor, Van Cleef & Arpels.Show notes: Theaster Gates[1:21] Dorchester Art and Housing Collaborative[5:07] The Land School (2025)[7:30] St. Laurence Elementary School[7:42] Solange Knowles[9:07] Stony Island Arts Bank[9:07] Rebuild Foundation[9:07] Black Cinema House[9:07] The Listening House[13:06] Jane Addams[13:06] Jane Jacobs[13:06] Jesse Jackson[13:23] Frederick Law Olmsted[13:23] Huey P. Newton[13:31] Chicago Transit Authority[19:45] Cicero[23:24] Søren] Kierkegaard[23:24] Georg Wilhelm Friedrich Hegel [25:31] “Unto Thee” (2025)[29:12] Fred Moten[29:29] “Art Histories” (2020)[35:18] Tokoname[42:26] “The Listening House” (2022)[49:29] “Afro-Mingei" (2024)[49:29] Mingei[51:24] Black is Beautiful and Black Arts movements[1:07:02] Theaster Gates's record collections[1:15:07] Martin Puryear[1:17:00] László Moholy-Nagy[1:17:00] Josef Albers[1:17:00] Carrie Mae Weems
In this episode I speak with Joshua Shorey of BAPO Design about focusing on ceramics and pottery. Sponsor: Feral Giant Theme song: Adeem The Artist
The country's only ceramics museum is closing to the public due to a lack of funding.
Join our next BoldBrush LIVE! Webinar by signing up here:register.boldbrush.com/live-guestOrder your exclusive da Vinci BoldBrush paintbrush set!brushoffer.com/collections/allLearn the magic of marketing with us here at BoldBrush!boldbrushshow.comGet over 50% off your first year on your artist website with FASO:FASO.com/podcast---On today's episode we sat down with Scott W. Prior, a full-time artist based in Oceanside, California, celebrated for his evocative paintings that capture everyday scenes. Scott discusses his journey as a full-time artist, reflecting on his transition from illustration to fine art and the influences that shaped his work. He emphasizes the importance of capturing everyday moments and the joy he finds in both painting and new creative pursuits like ceramics. Scott recounts the challenges and perseverance required to build his career, highlighting support from his wife and important moments of validation. He discusses the significance of discipline, networking, and joining artist communities for personal and professional growth. Scott encourages artists to pursue their passion for the love of art rather than for financial gain, warning against chasing commercial trends. Finally, Scott tells us about his upcoming events, including a return to the Paint Maui show in February 2026.Scott's FASO site:scottwprior.com/Scott's Social Media:instagram.com/scottwpriorfacebook.com/scottwpriorartist
Ethan Stern's work is rooted in traditional craftsmanship, contemporary design, and a deep connection to the natural environment. As a glass artist, he draws inspiration from historic craft traditions such as cut crystal and classical ceramic design, while reinterpreting these forms through a modern lens. His practice seeks to explore the interplay between utility, beauty, and narrative, bridging the realms of functional objects and sculptural expression. Stern states: "Central to my approach is the concept of light as a dynamic medium. Glass, with its inherent ability to refract, reflect, and transmit light, becomes a canvas through which I explore optical phenomena and color. I am particularly drawn to the ways in which light interacts with texture, pattern, and form, creating ever-changing visual experiences that invite viewers to engage with my work in a multisensory manner. This exploration pushes the boundaries of materiality, transforming functional objects and sculptural forms into vessels of light." Pushing form beyond the expected anatomy of the vessel, Stern uses glass to investigate the emotive potential of objects. Each piece begins with the creation of a blown, geometric form composed of multiple layers of color and pattern. After the piece has cooled, he carves into the surface, creating patterns and textures through engraving. This process, while reductive, allows him to shift the glass's inherent reflective qualities, creating a richer, more luminous effect. The engraved marks, like the stroke of a paintbrush on canvas, leave evidence of the artist's hand and create a sense of motion, rhythm, weight, and depth. The act of carving—removing material—demands careful consideration, and each choice shapes the relationship between the surface and form, adding an emotional resonance to the work. Stern began examining the effects he could achieve through engraving in 1999 while at the Pilchuck Glass School. Carving the surface of the glass allowed him to pull together elements of color, form, pattern and texture to express his unique voice through the material. In 2010, he received the Best Emerging Artist award from the Museum of Glass in Tacoma, WA. His work has been featured in solo and group exhibitions across the United States and is featured in the collections of The Eboltoft Glass Museum in Denmark, The Corning Museum, and The Lowe Museum of Art. He has taught at The Studio of the Corning Museum of Glass, Pilchuck Glass School, Pratt Fine Arts Center, Penland School of Craft, The Pittsburgh Glass Center, and The Appalachian Center for Craft. In January 2026, Stern will teach Beyond Battuto – Advanced Coldworking Techniques at the Corning Museum of Glass Studio, Corning, New York. Says Stern: "In addition to creating art, I am committed to sharing the craft of glassblowing through teaching and community engagement. Ultimately, my work is an ongoing exploration of the intersections between design, craft, and the natural world. It is a dialogue between tradition and innovation, utility and beauty, light and form. By creating pieces that resonate both functionally and emotionally, I hope to inspire reflection, curiosity, and connection to the larger world around us." Born in Ithaca, New York, Stern resides in the Frogtown neighborhood of Los Angeles, California, where he runs a glass studio alongside his wife and creative partner, Amanda McDonald Stern. Their studio specializes in sculpture, design, education and glass fabrication fostering a sense of community around glass. Ethan obtained his Associates degree in Ceramics from TAFE College in Brisbane, Australia, and his BFA in Sculpture and Glass from Alfred University. Of his work, Stern states: "The natural environment offers rich inspiration, from the organic forms and colors of coastlines to the shifting hues of the sky. Through glass, I aim to evoke a sense of interconnectedness, using the material's elemental relationship to earth and fire to bridge the natural and the man-made. While my work draws from history and nature, it is forward-looking, blending traditional techniques with contemporary approaches."
Tales of a Red Clay Rambler: A pottery and ceramic art podcast
This week we have a special two-part interview with renowned artist and educator David MacDonald. His large functional vessels are carved with intricate patterns that highlight and celebrate African heritage. For part two of my interview with David we talk about finding an entry into African aesthetics, the formal aspects of his repeating patterns, and how the use of functional objects in daily rituals can imbue them with spirituality. MacDonald is a Professor Emeritus of Ceramics at Syracuse University where he taught from 1971 to 2008. www.davidmacdonaldpottery.com Today's episode is brought to you by the following sponsors: Monkey Stuff www.monkeystuff.com The Rosenfield Collection of Functional Ceramic Art www.Rosenfieldcollection.com Cornell Studio Supply www.cornellstudiosupply.com
Washington's music sector directly contributes $6.4 billion annually to the state's GDP, six times more than spectator sports. We sit down with longtime music industry businessman and current CEO of Sonic Guild Ben London to discuss everything from ticket prices, why we can't go back to the 90's, what the city needs to do to help musicians thrive.Top Stories1. Census results about the music industry in Washington state2. Live Nation CEO thinks ticket prices can be higher3. Broadway actors and producers reach tentative labor deal, but musicians still threaten a strike4. Ceramics nonprofit moves into Amazon headquarters buildingAbout guest Ben London - CEO, Sonic Guild:Ben has been leading Sonic Guild, a non-profit organization that supports local musicians for the past 7 years. Prior to this role he was the Executive Director of the PNW chapter of The Recording Academy, he was on the board of KEXP, he was the first Chair of the Seattle Music Commission, and he was instrumental in developing what is now MoPop.About host Rachel Horgan:Rachel is an independent event producer, emcee and entrepreneur. She worked for the Business Journal for 5 years as their Director of Events interviewing business leaders on stage before launching the weekly podcast. She earned her communication degree from the University of San Diego. Contact:Email: info@theweeklyseattle.comInstagram: @theweeklyseattleWebsite: www.theweeklyseattle.com
Tales of a Red Clay Rambler: A pottery and ceramic art podcast
This week we have a special two-part interview with renowned artist and educator David MacDonald. His large functional vessels are carved with intricate patterns that highlight and celebrate African heritage. In part one of our interview David talks about discovering ceramics at Hampton University in the 1960's, the influence of Joseph Gilliard, and his early-career art that reflected the social change of the Civil Rights Movement. MacDonald is a Professor Emeritus of Ceramics at Syracuse University where he taught from 1971 to 2008. www.davidmacdonaldpottery.com Today's episode is brought to you by the following sponsors: Monkey Stuff www.monkeystuff.com The Rosenfield Collection of Functional Ceramic Art www.Rosenfieldcollection.com Cornell Studio Supply www.cornellstudiosupply.com
How do you keep creating when life tries to get in the way? Author and creative coach Deborah Ann Lucas shares her powerful journey of determination, from clay artist to memoirist, and how to navigate the vulnerability of telling your story. Discover how to engage your whole creative self, find your flow, and turn your personal experiences into a source of empowerment and purpose.
On this episode, Joe Steele of LIFT joins the podcast to share some recent news. Their organization has been awarded a contract to accelerate the development of ceramic-based materials for use in industrial and defense applications. This new four-year, $9 million “Critical Materials Processing” program will advance the state of technology and readiness for ceramics, ceramic matrix composites (CMCs), […] The post Accelerating Readiness: LIFT's $9 Million Push to Advance Ceramics and CMCs first appeared on Composites Weekly. The post Accelerating Readiness: LIFT's $9 Million Push to Advance Ceramics and CMCs appeared first on Composites Weekly.
[REBROADCAST FROM July 10, 2025] Jonathan Adler's 30 year career is being celebrated at the Museum of Art & Design in a show titled "The Mad, MAD World of Jonathan Adler," which looks at his ceramic work over the past 30 years.
We visit the ninth edition of the British Ceramics Biennial and preview the October issue of Monocle. Plus: A stopover at Vienna Design week.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Armando Cafiero, managing director of Ceramics of Italy, and Kemp Harr discuss highlights of this week's Cersaie show in Bologna, Italy and business conditions impacting the tile market worldwide.
In this episode, I talk with ceramics expert Paul Crane FSA about the early years of Worcester porcelain. Paul is a consultant at the Brian Haughton Gallery, St James's, London, and a specialist in Ceramics from the Medieval and Renaissance periods through to the Eighteenth and Nineteenth Centuries. He presently sits as a Trustee of the Museum of Royal Worcester and is also a Fellow of the Society of Antiquaries, an independent historian and researcher and a Liveryman of the Worshipful Company of Art Scholars.Our conversation was recorded in person at the Museum of Royal Worcester. If you want to see the pieces we discuss, you should do one of two things: go to the website where I've added images of the majority of the items discussed to the accompanying blog post for this episode. OR go to the YouTube channel where I've lined up the images with our discussion. Paul and I really do our best to describe the pieces, but of course, it's best if you can see them for yourself.We talk about Dr Wall and how he got the Worcester manufactory up and running, the importance of seeing porcelain by candlelight, asparagus servers, the first piece of porcelain you see when you walk into the museum, the Royal Lily service and how Worcester porcelain attained the Royal warrant, amongst any other things.Those listening to the secret podcast can hear more about the early blue and white pieces, including a rarebleeding bowl, the first commemorative coronation porcelain mug and the stunning Nelson tea service, plus much more.Remember: Fruit Pig are sponsoring the 9th season of the podcast, and Grant and Matthew are very kindly giving listeners to the podcast a unique special offer 10% off your order until the end of October 2025 – use the offer code Foodhis in the checkout at their online shop, www.fruitpig.co.uk.If you can, support the podcast and blogs by becoming a £3 monthly subscriber, and unlock lots of premium content, including bonus blog posts and recipes, access to the easter eggs and the secret podcast, or treat me to a one-off virtual pint or coffee: click here.This episode was mixed and engineered by Thomas Ntinas of the Delicious Legacy podcast.Things mentioned in today's episodeAccompanying blog post with images of the porcelain discussedYouTube video of the episode with images of the porcelain discussedMuseum of Royal Worcester websitePaul's YouTube talk called ‘Nature, Porcelain and the Enlightenment'Paul's YouTube talk called ‘Early Worcester from Dr Wall to James Giles'My museum talk...
Artist Joyce McDonald was born in 1951 and raised in Brooklyn's Farragut Houses. But she didn't start pursuing art until the 1990s, after being introduced to sculpture in an art therapy program while recovering from drug addiction. McDonald, who was also diagnosed with HIV in 1985, found that art gave her a way to express herself, and honed her craft with Visual AIDS, which supports artists living with HIV. Her ceramic pieces and archival materials are the subject of a new exhibit at the Bronx Museum, 'Ministry: Reverend Joyce McDonald,' on view through January 11. McDonald discusses her life and art, and why she decided to become a minister at the Church of the Open Door.
Have you ever looked at your work-in-progress and thought it was absolutely hideous? According to acclaimed sculptor Arlene Shechet, that's exactly where the magic happens.In this eye-opening exploration of artistic process, we dive deep into Shechet,'s philosophy of creation, where listening to your work becomes just as important as making it. The American sculptor, whose gravity-defying arrangements have earned places in the Metropolitan Museum of Art and the Whitney, reveals how embracing the "ugly" phases of creation leads to unexpected beauty."I have to have a real appetite for ugly," Shechet, confesses about her creative process. "There are so many points where this thing is just hideous and yet I have to believe in it." This sentiment resonates profoundly with our own artistic journeys—recognizing that every meaningful piece goes through an awkward adolescence before reaching maturity.What truly sets Shechet, apart is her approach to artistic control. After carefully crafting her ceramic sculptures, she surrenders them to a 2,000-degree kiln where "all bets are off." This balance between meticulous creation and acceptance of unpredictability forms the heart of her practice. She meticulously documents every experiment in notebooks, creating a scientific approach to artistic discovery that allows her work to continually evolve.We're particularly struck by Shechet,'s description of her studio as "both a farm and a factory"—a place that cultivates growth while producing tangible objects. Her commitment to pushing boundaries by creating open systems rather than settling into comfortable patterns mirrors our own philosophy of artistic development. When she declares, "I want to make something more than an idea," she articulates the ultimate challenge facing every serious artist: creating work that resists easy description and demands deeper engagement.Join us in this fascinating conversation about embracing discomfort, fighting against creative stagnation, and finding joy in the uncertain journey of making art that matters. Whether you're a seasoned creator or just beginning your artistic path, Shechet,'s wisdom offers valuable perspective on sustaining growth through perpetual discovery.Please visit:https://art21.org/watch/art-in-the-twenty-first-century/s7/arlene-shechet-in-secrets-segment/https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dh_lDHY0ZO4https://www.frieze.com/video/arlene-shechet-and-sheena-wagstaff-frieze-masters-podcastSend us a message - we would love to hear from you!Make sure to follow us on Instagram here:@justmakeartpodcast @tynathanclark @nathanterborg
We are back for season 5 of the show with a low-fire themed episode. Today the gang talk about a few parameters that define low-fire ceramics, as well as how de-airing pug mills work. They also start the show talking about the brand new For Flux Sake Patreon. This is a great way to show your support and have access to discounted merch, live hangouts, and extra episodes. Head over to Patreon and sign up today. Do you have questions or need advice on glazes? Drop us a line at ForFluxSakePodcast@gmail.com and you could be featured on an upcoming show. Today's episode is brought to you by Monkey Stuff, The Rosenfield Collection, Cornell Studio Supply, and Ceramic Materials Workshop's Making Glaze Make Sense. This week's episode features the following topics: Low-fire, terracotta, pugmill, de-airing, wedge, vitrification
In this episode of Talking Taiwan we sat down to speak with Eugenie Chao who describes herself as Taiwanese American maker, educator, and musician who works in the intersection of ceramics, sound, and history. Her exhibit at the Taiwanese American Arts Council House 17 on Governors Island aptly named Listening Vessels, features ceramic objects turned musical instruments created by Chao and is on display until September 7th. Related Links: https://talkingtaiwan.com/working-in-the-intersection-of-ceramics-sound-and-history-taiwanese-american-maker-eugenie-chao-ep-326/ Here's a little preview of what we talked about in this podcast episode: What came first for Eugenie music or working with clay? What made her combine ceramics with music? Where did that idea come from? How did she get interested or start working with clay? Eugenie's musical training and what instruments she plays? What was her early artwork like? How her artwork has evolved over time? What does it mean to work at the intersection of ceramics, sound, and history? What is her creative process is like? How sound affects her artwork? How she decides the size of the objects she creates? The challenges involved with making large scale pieces vs pieces that can be made by hand How does the size of an object affects the sound it makes The ceramic instruments from ancient cultures that inspire her, how she discovered them and what was their purpose What inspires you? Where do you get your inspiration? Eugenie's connection to Taiwan How Eugenie considers herself a maker and not an artist What can we expect to see and experience from Eugenie's Listening Vessels exhibit at the TAAC house on Governors Island The most ambitious or challenging piece of work that Eugenie has made How Eugenie deals with a creative block Eugenie's future projects can we expect to see from you? Related Links: https://talkingtaiwan.com/working-in-the-intersection-of-ceramics-sound-and-history-taiwanese-american-maker-eugenie-chao-ep-326/
This week Thibault talks with Dana Hemenway at The Space Program studio where Dana is doing a residency. They talk about Dana's background in public art, how motherhood has changed her practice, and what it was like working together as co-director at Royal Nonesuch Gallery in the 2010s. Check out our next bonus episode for Dana's hot takes.About Dana Hemenway Dana Hemenway is an artist based in San Francisco. Her work is rooted in the excavation and elevation of utilitarian objects to make visible what has become habituated in our built environments. Hemenway uses these functional items as materials to form traditionally fiber-based crafts–– lights and cords are woven through ceramics or the gallery wall, extension cords are transformed into macramé chains. Hemenway has had residencies at the Bemis Center for Contemporary Art (Omaha, NE), ACRE (Stueben, WI), SÍM (Reykjavik, Iceland), Joya: arte + ecología (Spain), The Wassaic Project (Upstate New York) and at Recology Waste Management (San Francisco). Dana is a 2024 Eureka Fellow, Fleishhacker Foundation and the recipient of The San Francisco Arts Commission Individual Artist Grant and a Southern Exposure Alternative Exposure Grant. She has a public art commission at SFO's Terminal 1. Dana has exhibited her artwork locally, nationally, and internationally. From 2015 – 2017, Dana served as a co-director of Royal Nonesuch Gallery, an artist-run project space in Oakland, CA. She received her MFA from Mills College and her BA from University of California Santa Cruz. She is represented by Eleanor Harwood Gallery.Website https://www.danahemenway.com
Teaching clay can feel messy and intimidating—but it doesn't have to! In this week's Art Ed Radio, Tim chats with AOE Curriculum Designer Angela Matsuoka about simple tips, classroom hacks, and brand-new FLEX resources to help you expand your ceramics offerings this year, no matter what level you teach. Listen as they discuss how you can start small, how to be more intentional with your planning, and where you can find the resources you need to support your teaching. Resources and Links See the Art of Ed's FLEX Curriculum Surface Design Explorations Fired and Refined Wonders of Wheel Throwing Check out all the ceramics resources in FLEX Additional AOE resources on ceramics
Lucien M. Koonce, a North Carolina native, earned BFA and MFA degrees in Ceramics, studying under notable professors. Lucien founded Horsepen Kiln Studio, living in pottery-rich regions of NC before relocating to Massachusetts in 2008. Lucien's wood-fired ceramic works, both functional and sculptural, are exhibited nationally and internationally. https://ThePottersCast.com/1158
I am so excited for you to hear this conversation with Holly Zajur, wellness educator, potter, yoga instructor, and host of the How the Wise One Grows podcast.
Kathy Skaggs holds her MAE and MFA in Ceramics. Kathy taught art in public schools for 30+ years and founded Atlantic Pottery Supply. Kathy is now a Ceramic Education Consultant with AMACO, training educators and artists in clay integration and surface printing techniques. https://ThePottersCast.com/1149
Jonathan Adler's 30 year career is being celebrated at the Museum of Art & Design in a show titled "The Mad, MAD World of Jonathan Adler," which looks at his ceramic work over the past 30 years.
Tales of a Red Clay Rambler: A pottery and ceramic art podcast
Kyle Triplett pairs hundreds of ceramic elements with digital projections and light works that highlight the human relationship with land and place. In our interview we talk about making site specific work, his interest in blending physical and visual space, and the Morean Ceramic Research Center in Kalamazoo, MI. Triplett is the Morean Distinguished Professor in Ceramics at Western Michigan University and the director of the center. www.kyletriplett.com I have a few spots left in my surface design workshop at Snow Farm August 14 - 17. If you are interested in building layers through mark making and pattern, join me for a weekend of experimentation and learning. To register visit www.snowfarm.org. Today's episode is brought to you by the following sponsors: The Rosenfield Collection of Functional Ceramic Art www.Rosenfieldcollection.com Cornell Studio Supply www.cornellstudiosupply.com Snow Farm: The New England Craft Program www.snowfarm.org
Ever feel like you're trying to hold it all together while the internet yells at you about seed oils? Same. In this episode, Stacy and Sarah are back together—real talk style—to unpack what happens when you're burned out on busting myths and crave more meaning. From internet trolls to emotional spoons, from doomscrolling to baby goats, we cover the full spectrum of what it looks like to live in the chaos and still make space for joy. We talk about the shift from fighting diet culture head-on to reclaiming creativity, community, and calm. Whether it's ceramics, improv, or just a well-made smoothie, this one's about finding what fills your cup (and letting go of what drains it). 00:00 | Reclaiming Meaningful Conversations 01:10 | Trolls, Trust, and Online Fatigue 02:24 | Leaving Diet Culture Behind 05:04 | Curating Your Social Media for Mental Health 08:50 | The Cost of Doomscrolling & Emotional Bandwidth 13:15 | Ceramics, Creativity, and Self-Reclamation 23:23 | Why Creative Hobbies Are Mental Health Tools 29:05 | Setting Boundaries and Choosing Joy 32:34 | Rebuilding Community and Redefining Purpose 35:43 | Letting Go of Expectations, Embracing the Present Find Dr. Sarah: nutrivore.com youtube.com/c/drsarahballantyne instagram.com/drsarahballantyne facebook.com/drsarahballantyne tiktok.com/@drsarahballantyne threads.com/@drsarahballantyne Find Stacy: realeverything.com instagram.com/realstacytoth missionmakersart.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Tim Clark, also know as The Half Blind Potter. Tim lost the vision in my left eye in Dec of 2020 and discovered pottery in late spring of 2021. Ceramics has played a huge role in Tim's recovery and has actually provided two different avenues of advocacy and giving back to the visually impaired community. In 2023 Tim started the "Blindfold Challenge" to benefit The Fun Eye Fund. It is a charity that raises money for those that are in need of a prosthetic eye but may have a financial challenge in covering the cost due to lack of insurance or insurance not covering the cost of a prosthetic eye. https://ThePottersCast.com/1140