Episode 40: The Role Of An Artist In Social Change The Creative Alchemist podcast

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Episode 81 || Special || A Little Bit of Death with Derek Santiago 28:38

2 years назад28:38

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Derek Santiago’s mission is health advocacy with a focus on underserved communities like ones he grew up in. He loves to be of service by sharing expertise in fitness, nutrition, and overall healthy lifestyle. After practicing yoga for over a decade, Derek completed his Yoga Teacher Training at the start of the Covid-19 pandemic in 2020. As a father, he strives to break destructive generational patterns and be a positive example for his own children as well as other parents. You can give Derek a follow through his Instagram page: @derekwillyoga. ____________________________________________________ A note about these special episodes: Most if not all of the special episodes you’ll be listening to over the next several weeks will be me interviewing pals that have been storytellers in the past for my show A Little Bit of Death. A Little Bit of Death is an annual storytelling show that centers BIPOC and queer voices around the themes of grief, letting go, and transformation. This year I was invited to present at a summit pertaining to the work I do with A Little Bit of Death, so I who better to join me in speaking on it than the pals that have gone through the process. I reached out to some and asked if I could interview them on their experience with the show, what impact it had, what they shared, why sharing these stories matter. With their permission, I’m sharing the audio from those interviews I’ll be using for my presentation at the summit. One of the last episodes I had recorded before my latest break was about following and following through on your wild ideas. A Little Bit of Death was one of those wild ideas for me and it’s blossomed since the first show 7 years ago. This year, it’ll be held over 2 nights in Hartford, CT at Carriage House Theater on the evenings of Friday November 11th and Saturday November 12th. I thought I’d drop these special episodes leading up to the show this year and I hope you enjoy them and, obviously, join us at the show! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecreativealchemist/support…

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Episode 80 || Special || A Little Bit of Death with Sistah Anyangō 21:15

2 years назад21:15

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Sistah Anyangō is the Founder and CEO of The FLYY Movement, LLC. She is an award- winning Empowerment Freedom Coach, Motivational Speaker, Master Teaching Artist, and Executive Coach. Sistah Anyangō holds a bachelor’s degree in both English and Afrikan American studies as well as a Master of Arts degree in Afrikan American Studies. At the Hartford Family Institute Center for Psychotherapy & Healing Arts, Sistah Anyangō a Phase 3 trainee of the HFI Body Centered Psychotherapy Training Program. She also holds her Family Development Credential through the Connecticut Family Development Institute, which is a program of University of Connecticut’s Center for the Study of Culture, Health & Human Development and the Office of Early Childhood. She also received her Middle Management Certification through the City of Hartford’s Department of Families, Children Youth and Recreation. Services. Sistah Anyangō is licensed to teach Zumba® Basics I, Zumba® Basics II, Zumba®Gold, Zumba Kids®, Zumba® Toning® and Strong by Zumba®. For over fifteen years, Sistah Anyangō has been using her experiences to help individuals, primarily women over forty, to discover themselves, create a road map on how to get there, and coached them along the way to give support and encouragement. In addition to her over forty years of experience as a dancer and master teaching artist in various dance mediums, Sistah Anyangō has also been a university visiting lecturer, where she developed the “Afrikan Dance & Folklore; An Experience of Movement & Music of the Diaspora” course offering. As a workshop engager, she has developed the following topics: “Mindfulness through Movement & Music”, “The Hell of Brokenness Through Fire”, “How Can We Love Ourselves to Peace from Broken Pieces” and “Live in Soul Happiness”. Sistah Anyangō has also created events and programs in schools, community agencies, and institutions of higher learning. Recently she has implemented Workplace Wellness to help organizations create a Culture of Self-Care. Additionally, she has developed team building, goal setting and executive coach modules for organizations. For her work in the community, as the founder and CEO of The FLYY Movement, Sistah Anyangō has been recognized and received an award by the following entities: Project Resiliency, Circle of Hands, Campaign for Peace, 100 Women of Color, You are Beautiful, When Destiny Meets Purpose, Phenomenal Women in Business. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ A note about these special episodes: Most if not all of the special episodes you’ll be listening to over the next several weeks will be me interviewing pals that have been storytellers in the past for my show A Little Bit of Death. A Little Bit of Death is an annual storytelling show that centers BIPOC and queer voices around the themes of grief, letting go, and transformation. This year I was invited to present at a summit pertaining to the work I do with A Little Bit of Death, so I who better to join me in speaking on it than the pals that have gone through the process. I reached out to some and asked if I could interview them on their experience with the show, what impact it had, what they shared, why sharing these stories matter. With their permission, I’m sharing the audio from those interviews I’ll be using for my presentation at the summit. One of the last episodes I had recorded before my latest break was about following and following through on your wild ideas. A Little Bit of Death was one of those wild ideas for me and it’s blossomed since the first show 7 years ago. This year, it’ll be held over 2 nights in Hartford, CT at Carriage House Theater on the evenings of Friday November 11th and Saturday November 12th. I thought I’d drop these special episodes leading up to the show this year and I hope you enjoy them and, obviously, join us at the show! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecreativealchemist/support…

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Episode 79 || Special || A Little Bit of Death with Ehhsteph 24:16

2 years назад24:16

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Ehhsteph (she/her) is originally from New Britian, CT. Her work is inspired by horror films and special effects. Through sculpting and fabricating she focuses on making one-of-a-kind mugs and other oddities, that showcase her childhood obsessions, admiration for movies and her Peruvian heritage. Her education in visual communications and advanced character design for special effects has allowed her to create pieces that tell a story and create a little magic. You can check out Ehhsteph’s work at her website ehhsteph.com . ____________________________________________________ A note about these special episodes: Most if not all of the special episodes you’ll be listening to over the next several weeks will be me interviewing pals that have been storytellers in the past for my show A Little Bit of Death. A Little Bit of Death is an annual storytelling show that centers BIPOC and queer voices around the themes of grief, letting go, and transformation. This year I was invited to present at a summit pertaining to the work I do with A Little Bit of Death, so I who better to join me in speaking on it than the pals that have gone through the process. I reached out to some and asked if I could interview them on their experience with the show, what impact it had, what they shared, why sharing these stories matter. With their permission, I’m sharing the audio from those interviews I’ll be using for my presentation at the summit. One of the last episodes I had recorded before my latest break was about following and following through on your wild ideas. A Little Bit of Death was one of those wild ideas for me and it’s blossomed since the first show 7 years ago. This year, it’ll be held over 2 nights in Hartford, CT at Carriage House Theater on the evenings of Friday November 11th and Saturday November 12th. I thought I’d drop these special episodes leading up to the show this year and I hope you enjoy them and, obviously, join us at the show! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecreativealchemist/support…

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Episode 78 || Special || A Little Bit of Death with Andrew Dean Wright 32:23

2 years назад32:23

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Andrew Dean Wright is a poet, digital artist, and photographer based in the Hartford, CT area. Having taken to poetry from an early age, Andrew’s pieces range from simple exercises in device to pieces penned with the intent to serve as catalysts for discussion and praxis— with a large focus on freeing ourselves from the things that hold us back from expressing ourselves fully, whether that be from oppressive institutions, or one’s own inhibition. You can find a selection of his work and keep an eye out for his upcoming work on Instagram at @andrewdeanwrites _____________________ A note about these special episodes: Most if not all of the special episodes you’ll be listening to over the next several weeks will be me interviewing pals that have been storytellers in the past for my show A Little Bit of Death. A Little Bit of Death is an annual storytelling show that centers BIPOC and queer voices around the themes of grief, letting go, and transformation. This year I was invited to present at a summit pertaining to the work I do with A Little Bit of Death, so I who better to join me in speaking on it than the pals that have gone through the process. I reached out to some and asked if I could interview them on their experience with the show, what impact it had, what they shared, why sharing these stories matter. With their permission, I’m sharing the audio from those interviews I’ll be using for my presentation at the summit. One of the last episodes I had recorded before my latest break was about following and following through on your wild ideas. A Little Bit of Death was one of those wild ideas for me and it’s blossomed since the first show 7 years ago. This year, it’ll be held over 2 nights in Hartford, CT at Carriage House Theater on the evenings of Friday November 11th and Saturday November 12th. I thought I’d drop these special episodes leading up to the show this year and I hope you enjoy them and, obviously, join us at the show! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecreativealchemist/support…

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Episode 77 || Special || A Little Bit of Death with Patrick "Rico" Williams 32:01

2 years назад32:01

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Through writing, content creation, youth development, consultation, workshop facilitation, and much more, Patrick (he/him) helps people find the inherent value in their stories confronting the ever-present danger of silence. A Jamaican, who immigrated to the States at fifteen, he is currently honing in on translating his experiences as a recently naturalized Black American - in a country that hunts them for sport. Patrick is an author; books I’ve Just Got These Words Fam… and Jesus is Black. explore the aforementioned themes. His left shoulder has also made an appearance on GQ.com. ____________ A note about these special episodes : This year I was invited to present at a summit pertaining to the work I do with A Little Bit of Death, so I who better to join me in speaking on it than the pals that have gone through the process. I reached out to some and asked if I could interview them on their experience with the show, what impact it had, what they shared, why sharing these stories matter. With their permission, I’m sharing the audio from those interviews I’ll be using for my presentation at the summit. One of the last episodes I had recorded before my latest break was about following and following through on your wild ideas. A Little Bit of Death was one of those wild ideas for me and it’s blossomed since the first show 7 years ago. This year, it’ll be held over 2 nights in Hartford, CT at Carriage House Theater on the evenings of Friday November 11th and Saturday November 12th. I thought I’d drop these special episodes leading up to the show this year and I hope you enjoy them and, obviously, join us at the show --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecreativealchemist/support…

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Episode 76 || Special || A Little Bit of Death with Chion Wolf 24:56

2 years назад24:56

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Chion Wolf (she/her) is the host of Audacious on Connecticut Public Radio, where she explores our human conditions, and challenges the limitations of our personal perspectives. She can be found on all social medias @chionwolf. A note about these special episodes: Most if not all of the special episodes you’ll be listening to over the next several weeks will be me interviewing pals that have been storytellers in the past for my show A Little Bit of Death. A Little Bit of Death is an annual storytelling show that centers BIPOC and queer voices around the themes of grief, letting go, and transformation. This year I was invited to present at a summit pertaining to the work I do with A Little Bit of Death, so I who better to join me in speaking on it than the pals that have gone through the process. I reached out to some and asked if I could interview them on their experience with the show, what impact it had, what they shared, why sharing these stories matter. With their permission, I’m sharing the audio from those interviews I’ll be using for my presentation at the summit. One of the last episodes I had recorded before my latest break was about following and following through on your wild ideas. A Little Bit of Death was one of those wild ideas for me and it’s blossomed since the first show 7 years ago. This year, it’ll be held over 2 nights in Hartford, CT at Carriage House Theater on the evenings of Friday November 11th and Saturday November 12th. I thought I’d drop these special episodes leading up to the show this year and I hope you enjoy them and, obviously, join us at the show --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecreativealchemist/support…

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Episode 75: Wild ideas and why we should follow through on them 13:21

3 years назад13:21

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On this episode I talk about a wild idea I had: my annual storytelling show A Little Bit of Death and why *you* should also follow through on your own wild ideas. Like what you hear? Want to support my work AND get access to exclusive content? Consider becoming a Patron (aka Squad) here. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecreativealchemist/support…

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Episode 74: Prestige + EZ Bluez from Behind the Brand 1:25:04

3 years назад1:25:04

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This week I sat down with EZ Bluez and Prestige after 4 other attempts to record virtually - universe wasn't having it. Together, this dynamic duo make up Behind the Brand - a show dedicated to highlighting local talent, changemakers, and leaders. About EZ Bluez (aka Dustin): Just a boy standing in front of a group of people trying to be ok. Born and raised in Suffolk County Long Island Ez comes from a single parent household trying to fit in in the land of middle class America. Often stated that he grew up with his mother more then she raised him, there seems to be the embers of that eternal Lost Boy that helps him navigate life. Musician, actor, podcast, and radio show personality Ez is always focused on the next sentence and what magic it will unlock. Front man for New Haven based Art/punk band Shame Penguin Ez holds weekly therapy sessions dressed up as practices and plays at least twice a month at what he calls “group therapy sessions” understanding that sometimes you need to be both the spoonful of sugar and the medicine itself. You can also find him every Monday and Friday 12pm to 1pm on Wnhh New Haven’s show Behind the Brand with Prestige as they sit down with independent business owners, artists, and musicians to give them a platform to speak their truths and let connect them with the Wnhh audience. “When the going gets weird the weird turn pro” Hunter S Thompson About Prestige (aka Preston): Preston Wilson is a Connecticut School of Broadcasting graduate who had a career in radio for over ten years Throughout Preston’s tenure he has done community work helping teenagers get broadcast experience by introducing them to writing their own news stories & radio commercials. Preston is a radio personality for 103.5FM New Haven Independent’s WNHH Community Radio under the stage name “Prestige”. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecreativealchemist/support…

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Episode 73: How I took the leap 17:08

3 years назад17:08

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In this episode, I talk about how I quit my job and share some tips that worked for me and may (or may not) work for you in your journey to full-time artistry. Be sure to follow the page on Instagram . Subscribe and consider becoming a monthly supporter. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecreativealchemist/support…

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Episode 72: Take fear for the ride 9:08

3 years назад9:08

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On this episode, I talk about why you should move *with* the fear and things that have helped me move more bravely in my art. Also! I'll be a panelist at this rad event called Decolonize and Discover happening June 17-19 in Charlton, Massachusetts at Ye Old Commons. The Decolonize & Discover Festival was created with the desire to amplify the voices of BIPOC, the LGBTQIA2S+ community, and people with disabilities within the worlds of creative storytelling. Get your tickets! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecreativealchemist/support…

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Episode 71: Godfrey Simmons from HartBeat Ensemble 54:01

3 years назад54:01

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Godfrey L. Simmons, Jr. is an award-winning actor, producer, director, and playwright who has spent over thirty years amplifying the voices of marginalized people and communities. And he is a father to Samuel. He is Artistic Director for HartBeat Ensemble in Hartford, CT, where he has co-produced the Off-Broadway virtual production of American Dreams with Working Theater, . In 2012, he co-founded Civic Ensemble, a regional theatre in Ithaca, NY. For Civic, he directed Eugene O’Neill’s All God’s Chillun Got Wings and appeared in Judy Tate's Fast Blood and Athol Fugard's My Children! My Africa!. Godfrey was a Producing Artist for Off-Broadway’s Epic Theatre Ensemble for four years, appearing in The Winning Side, A More Perfect Union, Widowers’ Houses (which Godfrey co-adapted with Ron Russell), Measure for Measure, Einstein's Gift, and A Hard Heart, among other plays. Also for Epic,.he co-wrote and starred in a documentary play about the election of President Barack Obama, Dispatches From (A)mended America. Godfrey and his colleague Brandt Adams, traveled throughout the American South interviewing 100 Southerners about the election. He won the 1999 Audelco Award for Best Supporting Actor for his performance in John Henry Redwood's Old Settler opposite Leslie Uggams at Primary Stages. He appeared in award-winning productions at Playwrights Horizons (Betty's Summer Vacation, Obie Award-Best Play) and Round House Theatre (Home, Helen Hayes Award-Best Production). His radio show The Griot Hour appeared from 2015-2019 on the Ithaca, NY Community Radio station WRFI, where he has just begun co-hosting the Black Lives Matter Forum. Godfrey is a 2012 TCG/Fox Fellow and a lifetime member of Ensemble Studio Theatre. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecreativealchemist/support…

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Episode 70: Answering my Patrons: What goes into the art? 4:09

3 years назад4:09

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On this episode, I answer the last question (for now) from my Patrons on Patreon - what goes into the art that I make? Tune in. Subscribe. Become a supporter! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecreativealchemist/support

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Episode 69: Our values, our GPS 7:18

3 years назад7:18

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On this episode, I talk about the importance of values, what they are, and how we can identify and use our values to help navigate us through our creative practice... and maybe even our whole lives? Cool. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecreativealchemist/support

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Episode 68: Answering my patrons: Overcoming obstacles 9:44

3 years назад9:44

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On this episode I answer a question posed to me on my Patreon by one of my Patrons (hey y'all! ♥) regarding obstacles I've faced as an artist and how I overcame them. To become a monthly supporter of the podcast, you can go to https://anchor.fm/thecreativealchemist and click "Support." You can check out the rest of the things I do at www.zulynette.com. Thanks for listening! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecreativealchemist/support…

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Episode 67: Affirmation meditation for creators who be creating 9:53

3 years назад9:53

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On this episode, inspired by a meditation app I downloaded, I do a guided meditation for artists. Keep your eyes open if you're driving, folks! Remember to subscribe and become a monthly supporter of the podcast ♥ here . --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecreativealchemist/support…

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Episode 66: Preston Wilson 39:33

3 years назад39:33

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Preston Wilson is an independent broadcaster, podcaster, & voice over artist. He is a producer on a morning radio show & has been involved in helping his community by teaching teenagers to write their own news stories & radio commercials. Having been involved with media since 2013, Preston enjoys using his radio skills to contribute on his radio show, “Behind the Brand”, with co-host EZ Bluez. Preston graduated with an Associates Degree in Broadcasting in 2008 from “Briarwood College” and graduated with two broadcasting certificates from the “Connecticut School of Broadcasting” (CSB Stratford Campus) in 2011 & 2013. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecreativealchemist/support…

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Episode 65: Andre Rochester, the 2022 version 39:14

3 years назад39:14

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On this episode we have a returning guest: THE Andre Rochester. Andre Rochester is a Fine Artist from the Greater Hartford region of Connecticut. He studied illustration at the University of Connecticut: School of Fine Arts and completed his BA in Studio Art at Charter Oak State College. He also earned a MS in Organizational Leadership from Quinnipiac University. His preferred medium is acrylic painting, but he also creates works on paper, using charcoal or soft pastel. Andre uses his art to make statements for which words are not enough, highlighting the underlying emotions connected to the subject. It is a combination of portraiture and conceptual works connected by narratives of his personal experiences. At a young age, art became a tool for healing and a catalyst for connection. It developed into a way for Andre to let people know they are not alone. Andre is a 2021 Artist of Color Accelerate Fellow, collaborating with The Amistad Center for Art and Culture at Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art in Hartford, CT. He also serves on the Board of Directors at Windsor Art Center (2019-present), a non-profit arts organization in Windsor, CT and previously served on the City of Hartford Commission on Cultural Affairs (2014-2015). His work has been featured in various publications, including CT Fashion Magazine and the Hartford Courant. You may also find Andre painting live at events throughout the Northeast United States. In addition to his activity as an artist in the Greater Hartford community, Andre assists emerging artists with portfolio development, curation, and consultation for exhibits. He encourages young artists to develop their craft without losing focus on learning professionalism and business acumen. He believes that with every step forward, we must remember to make room for one more to join us and clear a path for others to travel. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecreativealchemist/support…

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Episode 64: Answering my Patrons: Dealing with discouragement 8:46

3 years назад8:46

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On this episode I answer a question posed to me on my Patreon by one of my Patrons (hey y'all! ♥) regarding discouragement and how I deal with it. To become a monthly supporter of the podcast, you can go to https://anchor.fm/thecreativealchemist and click "Support." You can check out the rest of the things I do at www.zulynette.com . Thanks for listening! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecreativealchemist/support…

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Episode 63: The benefits of being an artist 11:36

3 years назад11:36

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Oh, ya know, just challenging the idea that being an artist is all starving and torture and whatnot. There's perks! In this episode I talk about some of my favorite things about being an artist. Come to the dark side, we have paint. To become a monthly supporter of the podcast, you can go to https://anchor.fm/thecreativealchemist and click "Support." You can check out the rest of the things I do at www.zulynette.com . Thanks for listening! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecreativealchemist/support…

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Episode 62: Eric Rey part 2 1:16:01

4 years назад1:16:01

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Eric Rey is dedicated to creating spaces of belonging. He cultivates transformation through the healing power of human connection. His fascination with the nuanced ways in which our growth as humans is intertwined with one another is what brings him to this work. With his background in coaching, workforce development, facilitation, and entrepreneurship he is most at home when he is helping people and groups connect to their purpose. He co-creates an environment for people and groups to live and move with intention and to share their gifts and talents with the world. IG:@blackobsidianhealing CashApp: $EricRey731 Venmo:@Ericrey-coach www.blackobsidianhealing.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecreativealchemist/support…

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Episode 61: Eric Rey part 1 12:15

4 years назад12:15

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Episode 60: Capturing inspiration 12:46

4 years назад12:46

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On this episode I talk about the meaning of inspiration and how we can harness it into processes that lead to - you guessed it - more inspiration. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecreativealchemist/support

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Episode 59: Josh Loera from Time Machine Creative 28:56

4 years назад28:56

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Josh Loera is an artist that recently quit his job as a Technical Sales Engineer to build a new creative career. He focuses on illustrations of people of color to bring light to the beauty in diversity. Most recently, he's been focusing on learning a style influenced by "comic book style" art while developing a new comic book series. With skills in UX/UI/web design, Logo design, and Illustration, he is open to learning new skills and applying them to his art business. His new podcast, Creative People Time, is an exercise in learning the medium and practicing storytelling while bringing light to stories of creatives that otherwise may not be heard. website: https://www.timemachine-crtv.com/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/timemachine.crtv/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/TimeMachineCrtv Podcast: https://anchor.fm/timemachinecrtv Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCngba5YxSt_DcfSOxeeHHRA --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecreativealchemist/support…

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Episode 58: Jas LaFond part II 11:16

4 years назад11:16

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On this episode, the remarkable Jas LaFond and I finish up our conversation about last week. We discuss things that have helped them along the way, advice they have for the queer babies, and shenanigans. Lots of shenanigans. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecreativealchemist/support…

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Episode 57: Jas LaFond part I. 29:48

4 years назад29:48

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On this episode, I interview my bestareeni con fettucine, Jas LaFond (they/them). We discuss their passion for drag, upcoming plans, and petty ways to get under the skin of neighbors and co-workers. Here’s Jas’ bio: Jas LaFond (they/them) is a therapist, podcast host and writer, genderqueer advice columnist, Drag performer, event organizer and activist. Helping to advocate and create spaces for marginalized communities is their passion and purpose, and they have dedicated their life to redefining ideas on mental health and what it is Queer and what it is to be a Person of Color. Their work in the field has connected them with people from diverse backgrounds and lived experiences adding to a lifetime of learning. Jas is currently completing a Master’s degree in Social Work at the University of New Hampshire. They have worked closely with marginalized youth since 2011 and have hosted events to create a sense of community for LGBTQIA+ people and People of Color since 2015, from networking and speed dating events to the Ask A Brown Feminem podcast where they give advice and highlight all issues Brown and Queer. They have had the privilege to work with youth and families with varied behavioral and mental health concerns in the microsphere as well as lobby for policy change around mental health issues. Currently Jas is working to create safe, uplifting spaces for the Queer folx and People of color in New Hampshire where both groups make up just a fraction of the population. It is Jas’ goal to eradicate stigma and stereotypes around what it means to be a part of a minority and to promote equity for marginalized groups. Jas lives in Southern New Hampshire with their spouse and two children. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecreativealchemist/support…

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Episode 56: The value of your work. 8:46

4 years назад8:46

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On this episode I talk about how we value our work and how that should change/grow over time. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecreativealchemist/support

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Intermission: Break time 3:24

4 years назад3:24

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Letting the good listeners of the podcast know your host will be taking a short break until May. Let's stay connected on the Instagram page: www.instagram.com/thecreativealchemistpodcast --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecreativealchemist/support

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Episode 55: Quoron Walker (and the Band) Part I. 44:41

4 years назад44:41

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Quoron is a singer, song-writer, actor, and model. His musical style is similar to that of Luke James, Usher, and Sam Smith. His love of music first started with his mother and Whitney Houston, his biggest musical influence. Quoron’s musical journey began at Shiloh Baptist Church at age 11 and propelled him to perform at weddings, political events, festivals, and more. He’s currently working on original material to set to be released later this year. Follow Quoron on social media for updates @QuoronW. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast and, if you can, become a monthly supporter! Stay in touch with the podcast on Instagram at www.instagram.com/thecreativealchemistpodcast --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecreativealchemist/support…

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Episode 54: Derek "Super Santiyoga" Santiago 40:30

4 years назад40:30