Dust & Devotion: A Podcast about Stuff

In this episode of 'Dust & Devotion: a Podcast about Stuff,' host Kate LB traces vintage back to its roots as rebellion, starting with the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood's 1848 revolt against the Royal Academy and following that spirit through the Arts and Crafts movement, Art Nouveau, the Bauhaus, and mid-century modern design. She's joined by two theater professionals, stage manager Donna Reinhold and props designer Amy Kellett, to discuss Gesamtkunstwerk, the 'total work of art,' and how every object onstage carries its own history. They swap stories about molding a raw turkey out of silicone, keeping a stage prop in the exact same spot every night, and buying a set's kitchen table to keep it out of storage for good. The episode closes with the idea that choosing old things over new ones is its own small act of resistance.

In this episode of 'Dust and Devotion: a Podcast about Stuff,' host Kate L-B reflects on the cyclical nature of products and technology, suggesting a return to analog in 2026 as a form of recalibrating between digital efficiency and analog authenticity. She shares personal anecdotes about the nostalgic value of physical objects and interviews her brother-in-law, Michael Brody, about how technology's march makes vintage items precious. They explore the difference between true vintage and mass-produced items that mimic the look, concluding that the real value lies in the rituals and memories associated with them. The episode wraps up with a call to balance digital convenience with analog intentionality, emphasizing the human need for tangible, lasting artifacts.

In this episode of 'Dust & Devotion: a Podcast about Stuff,' host Kate LB shares her experience of moving across the country, leaving behind a house filled with memories to create a new home. Kate reflects on the emotional and physical challenges of packing up, differentiating between a house and a home, and the sentimental value tied to objects. She discusses the process of deciding what to keep and what to let go, highlighting stories from her personal journey, her aunt's downsizing, and memories shared by her best friend and cousin. Through these narratives, Kate explores the deeper meaning of home, the emotional weight of possessions, and the realization that home is a construct of memories, not just a physical space.

In this inaugural episode of 'Dust & Devotion: a Podcast about Stuff,' host Kate LB reflects on her transition from a high-paced corporate career to a vintage business owner, inspired by personal history and family stories. She discusses her inherited love for antiques, the emotional resonance of tangible objects, and shares touching family anecdotes. The episode highlights the meaningful connections between objects and memories, the thrill of discovering vintage items, and how these items become storytellers of our past. Kate introduces her Etsy shop, Good Luck Fox Vintage, and previews future podcast stories that uncover the hidden histories and timeless tales within our belongings.