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Dec. 28, 2025

Lynn Harris, Comedian, Founder of Gold Comedy

Send us a text Comedian, and founder of Gold Comedy, Lynn Harris joins to the show to discuss how anyone can be funny, inspiration, and more. End 2025 with this great episode! Lynn Harris, the founder of GOLD Comedy, the comedy school, professional network, and content studio where women and non-bi…

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Oct. 20, 2025

Michele C. Hollow, author talks about her book on paleontologist Mary…

Send us a text Delighted to have award-winning writer and journalist, Michele C. Hollow on to discuss stories that impacted her, and one of her latest books, Jurassic Girl: The Adventures of Mary Anning, Paleontologist and the First Female Fossil Hunter which is out now. To learn more about Michele…

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Sept. 21, 2025

Special Episode: Shakespeare

Send us a text Panel episodes are ones I enjoy doing on my show, and this one features returning guests, Playwright and Beatlephile, Jack Canfora, Elizabeth Macduffie of Meat For TeaCast podcast, and Meat For Tea: The Valley Review) as well as Dr. Amrita Sen, who's published several works and lectu…

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July 13, 2025

Roslyn Bernstein, Author and Arts and Culture Journalist discusses he…

Send us a text Roslyn Bernstein is the author of four books: Boardwalk Stories, a collection of 14 fictional tales set from 1950 to 1970; the co-author with the architect Shael Shapiro of Illegal Living: 80 Wooster Street and the Evolution of SoHo; Engaging Art: Essays and Interviews from Around th…

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June 15, 2025

Nikkolas Smith, NYT and USA bestselling author and illustrator return…

Send us a text I am delighted to have my friend, the talented Nikkolas Smith back on the show! Nikkolas is the illustrator of the #1 NYT Bestselller The 1619 Project: Born on the Water, I Am Ruby Bridges, Black Panther Wakanda Forever: The Courage To Dream, Captain America: A Hero Looks Like You, t…

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March 23, 2025

Becky Bell, Children's Author talks career pivot, inspiration for her…

Send us a text Becky Bell sits down to discuss her interesting journey to become a children's author, inspirations for future books, creative process, and more. In her picture book debut, author and homeschooling mom Becky Be...

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Feb. 28, 2025

Jennifer Roig-Francoli, returns! Violinist and Alexander Technique Ma…

Send us a text Jennifer Roig-Francoli, award-winning professional violist is back on the show to continue her conversation about creativity, music, life, and more. Check out her website below, and don't forget to tune into he...

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Feb. 10, 2025

Janet Horvath, Cellist, and Author discusses her award-winning book a…

Send us a text Janet Horvath is a professional cellist, author, and speaker. Her latest book, THE CELLO STILL SINGS tells the remarkable tale of her parents as musicians in survivor's orchestras, and her discovery of their li...

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May 15, 2024

Angela Di Paola, Life Coach, Author

Send us a Text Message. Angela Di Paola joins the podcast to discuss mental health, creativity, empowerment, and her latest book. That’s Life…Or is it? Reclaiming time for yourself. A woman’s guide to discovering lasting happ...

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March 25, 2024

Karen Blundell, Oboist and English Horn player discusses dyslexia and…

Karen Birch Blundell is a New York City based performer and teaching artist. She is English horn of the Northeastern Pennsylvania Philharmonic and the Associate Principal Oboe/English horn of the Eastern Music Festival. She p...

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March 18, 2024

Matthew Pierce, Cellist, and Systems Analyst on creativity, decision …

My good friend Matt Pierce sat down to chat with me a bit ago about how he's been doing since we met in grad school. We get into deep discussions about music-cello playing in particular-and very cerebral topics that I hope yo...

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March 4, 2024

Xiaosheng Huang, Astrophysicist discusses his fascinating field, Eins…

Dr. Huang is an Associate Professor at the University of San Francisco. His areas of research include: High Redshift (Faraway) Type Ia Supernovae (SN e Ia), Nearby SN e Ia, and Gravitational Lensing. We chat about the fascina...

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Jan. 29, 2024

Leah Oladitan, Dietician discusses healthy habits, mindful eating, cr…

Leah Oladitan, a seasoned Registered Dietitian, brings a wealth of expertise to the world of health and nutrition. With a passion for helping individuals of all ages enhance their well-being, Leah has dedicated her career to ...

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Jan. 8, 2024

Musician, Healer, & Coach, Jennifer Roig-Francoli discusses her new b…

Jennifer Roig-Francoli is a violinist, educator, and Certified Alexander Technique teacher. We sat down to discuss her new book (out now!), the impact of Alexander technique on her playing and her life, and how she helps musi...

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Dec. 11, 2023

Mk Haley, Designer, Educator, former Imaginneer, Blooloop 50 - 2023 T…

The multi-talented, multi-creative, (and may I say, multi-amazing!) Mk Haley joins the show to discuss everything from her origin story, finding creative purpose, what life was like working for Disney (and beyond), and we dip...

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Oct. 30, 2023

Leah Roseman, Musician, Educator, and Podcast host of Conversations w…

Leah Roseman is a professional violinist, educator, and host of the podcast Conversations with Musicians with Leah Roseman. It was a delight to chat with her about her musical upbringing, what she finds inspiring, music she e...

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Oct. 16, 2023

Sara Lautman, Illustrator, Cartoonist, Educator

It was a pleasure to chat with Sara Lautman about her creative process, what inspires her, art gear, and delving into social injustices in the art and creative worlds. Sara Lautman is an illustrator, cartoonist, and teacher i...

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Oct. 2, 2023

Angelo Mincey, Pianist, Vocalist, Educator

Angelo Mincey is a talented pianist, vocalist, and beloved educator currently completing his Bachelor’s degree in Texas. In his short tenure in undergrad, he has already performed internationally, and was the 2021 Semi-Finali...

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June 5, 2023

Jessica Kuba, Board Certified-Music Therapist, Multi-Creative

Jessica Kuba is a Board Certified-Music Therapist located in Salem, Oregon. After earning her Masters in Music Therapy from Montclair State University, Jessica has spent the past decade exploring the use of music therapy with...

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May 8, 2023

Robin Anderson, Social Media Consultant, Content Creator, Multi-Artist

Robin Anderson is a multi-passionate freelance musician, singer, pianist, teacher, composer, singer-songwriter, recording artist, & arts advocate. She is a social media consultant and content creator based in Columbia, Missou...

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May 1, 2023

Jack Canfora, playwright, actor, musician, educator

John Lawrence "Jack" Canfora is an Award-Winning American playwright, actor, musician and teacher. After receiving his dramatic training at the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art, he began his career as an actor in regi...

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April 10, 2023

Aubrey Alexander, Luthier

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April 3, 2023

John Cotter, Author, Playwright (PART TWO)

The brilliant author and playwright, John Cotter returns to the podcast mere weeks before his memoir, LOSING MUSIC hits the shelves. We discuss a myriad of subjects, and always, his deep introspection is a delight. Tune in, a...

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Jan. 30, 2023

Jennifer Ball, Master Wedding Planner (Part two!)

Master wedding planner, Jennifer Ball of Knot Your Average Events is back on the show to discuss current trends, running a successful business when life gets messy, the importance of finding time, and so much more. Jennifer B...

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