Driftwood Conversations

In this episode of Driftwood Conversations, I sit down with sound artist and meditation specialist Kate Cline, known artistically as RSI. We explore Kate’s journey into the world of sound — from her work as a producer to her deeply intuitive approach to sound meditation. Kate shares how sound frequencies can influence brainwaves, foster healing, and open doorways to presence and transformation. This intimate conversation transcends technique into the spiritual responsibility of working with sound, reminding us that every vibration carries meaning, even those we cannot perceive.

Janis Commentz

In Part Two of Driftwood Conversations with Sant Khalsa, we delve into her recent projects, her community-centered practice in Joshua Tree, and her reflections on legacy, teaching, and how we might reimagine our relationship to the land and each other. Sant is one of those rare people whose presence feels both grounding and expansive. I can’t wait for you to hear her story. 

Sant Khalsa is an artist, activist, educator, and longtime resident of Joshua Tree whose life and work embody the kind of transformation this podcast seeks to illuminate.

In Part 1 of this episode, Sant shares the early influences that shaped her, from her Jewish heritage to her spiritual awakening, her name change, and the beginnings of her creative and political journey. We discuss the power of art to reveal what’s unseen, the roots of her photography practice, and the pivotal moment when a California wildfire led her to environmental work that has now spanned decades.

Driftwood Conversations: Wendee & Joyce

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In a conversation with Jill Lust, we dive into creativity, nomadic living, and the courage to reinvent oneself. Jill speaks about art, spirit, and the practice of being present with life’s transitions, offering wisdom from her years as a traveler, artist, and seeker.

Jeff Frost

In this episode, I sit down with Jeff Frost, an artist, filmmaker, musician, and self-proclaimed alien. His life and work move between chaos and beauty, collapse and transformation. From painting inside abandoned desert homes to capturing California wildfires in haunting time-lapse, Jeff’s story is one of survival, spiritual awakening, and the healing power of art.

Jamie Rose

Lauren Lovett

Actress, coach, and trauma-informed practitioner Lauren Lovett brings her unique blend of theater, voice work, and emotional awareness to the forefront. In this episode, we discuss how conscious communication and self-awareness can heal, empower, and transform our relationships—on and off the stage.

Episode 3: Fred and Jim – A Lifetime of Creative Friendship

In this heartwarming conversation, Fred and Jim—longtime friends and collaborators—share their intertwined stories of creativity, survival, and unwavering support. Hilary guides a conversation that touches on chosen family, enduring artistic expression, and how connection can sustain us through life’s biggest transitions.