Made To Create

In this episode I totally geek out with Gary Ware, Founder of Breakthrough Play. Gary shares how he went from working the corporate rat race to now inspiring others to bring more playfulness in their lives, whether they are the CEO or a stay -at-home mom. Gary's work is backed by research and his own personal testimony of feeling run down and burnt out until he discovered the wonderful world of improve and play. This episode will have you wanting more playfulness in your life, for home and even your work.

To follow and learn more about Gary and Breakthrough Play
Website
Instagram
Linked In
Youtube
Facebook

Check out Gary's new book, Playful Rebellion
Take the Play Personality Assessment 

In this episode I chat with Musician and Founder of the Table Art Society, Haley Dall   (or Haley Montgomery - the name under which some of her music can be found).

Haley absolutely BRINGS it in this conversation as we talk about the intersection of faith, community, and creativity. She calls out all the ways in which many artists and creatives have felt broken, alone and longing for a place to bring their true creatives selves. She also leaves us with so much hope and wisdom as she shares about the Table Arts Society - a space where the artist can be seen for who they are, not just what they do or create. 

To follow and learn more about Haley and The Table Art Society
table arts society instagram

Websites:
www.thetableartsociety.com 
www.haleymontgomery.com
www.haleymontgomery.com/confessions

Instagram:
haleymontgomerymusic
whatadall

In this episode, I chat with Ashlee Gadd, Founder of Coffee + Crumbs—a beautiful online space where motherhood and storytelling intersect. 

We discuss her newest book, Create Anyway: The Joy of Pursuing Creativity in the Margins of Motherhood. In her book and our conversation, Ashlee gives us permission to pursue our creative gifts alongside motherhood and shares her thoughts on the question every parent has - how do you balance it all?

To follow and learn more about Ashlee

Website:  www.ashleegadd.com
Instagram: @ashleegadd
Pinterest: ashlee_gadd
Substack: ashleegadd
Buy her book on Amazon: Create Anyway 

In this episode I chat with Rheanna Downey and Molly Jenson of the band, Shhhhh. Don't worry they're not trying to shush you, that's just their name.

We cover a lot of ground in our conversation but central to it all is the idea of trusting yourself and the creative process. Whether that be, believing you are never too old to pursue what you love or just trusting that the next song, book, painting, or inspiration in general will  come to you. Molly and Rheanna share all about how they met, what it is like writing and playing together, and about all the things that are lighting them up these days. Also, stick around to the end to hear them play one of their new songs!

Follow Shhhhh on Instagram: shhhhhtheband
Or follow on Facebook: shhhhhtheband
Visit their website: www.shhhhhtheband.com 

What on earth could chemistry, music and comic books have in common? Quite a bit as it turns out!

In this episode I chat with Dr. Colleen Kelley, Founder of Kids Chemical Solutions. Colleen found herself captivated by the question, “Why do my students think chemistry is SO hard?” After a great deal of research, Colleen decided to do something to make the subject of chemistry accessible and fun for even the youngest learners through her comic book series called The M.C. Detective Agency: Chemical Solutions Required.

Colleen shares all about her process for developing these books - from how she came up with the characters and plot lines and even shares a bit about the magic of chemistry in our every day lives. 

Visit Colleen's website https://kidschemicalsolutions.com/

Order Colleen's book series http://mcdetectiveagency.org 

In this episode I got the pleasure to chat with Bass Player, Jeremy Radio.  We chat about his long career in music and what it is like to dream big dreams. Then see them come true, while also maintaining a great love and appreciation for the work. Jeremy shares what life on the road has been like, what it is that makes music last and how spirituality and individuality play a part in the music he creates. Jeremy has so much joy and gratitude and was such an awesome guest. Whether you are a musician or not, this episode has something for everyone.

Jeremy  just released an album with his band Thousand Dollar Movie, he produces  music with Gigantic Record Company, and plays bass for John Mark McMillan

Follow Jeremy on instagram: @jeremyradio 

In this episode I chat with Justin Wilson, a Tattoo Artist, Navy Veteran, Painter, Writer and more. Justin shares how he developed his passion for art and tattooing. We also discuss how identity plays a critical role in how we see ourselves and our abilities.

Justine has tattooed all over the world and is currently residing and working in San Diego, California.

To follow and learn more about Justin
Instagram: @the.lost.viking  
Website: thelostviking.us 

In this episode I chat with Melissa Heinemann and Lisa Bencivenga of Gigi's Getaway - an outdoor preschool dedicated to teaching through play. We chat about how play and nature can be tools for learning and how (in the words of Maria Montessori) play is the work of children.

Melissa and Lisa share about the things they've learned from their students, how they've had to be flexible in an outdoor environment and even share some crazy stories like having multiple funerals for the same dead bird.

 Learn more about Gigi's Getaway
instagram.com/gigisgetaway
gigisgetaway.com     

We got to chat with our friends Jenna and John Moore. Jenna runs a creative vending movement called WonderboxSD, which features local makers, merchants and artisans. Her husband John has a mobile book store and booth in Liberty Station both under the banner of Gentleman John Books.

We talked about their creative and entrepreneurial journeys and what it is like to pivot and shift with your ideas.

Connect with Jenna and John:
wonderboxsd.art
@wonderbox.sd
@gentlemanjohnbooks