Troubled Artists

Welcome to the 32nd episode of the Troubled Artists Podcast. In today's episode, I'm interviewing videographer Craig Dehut.

Craig Dehut is a seasoned video producer who co-founded Appian Media in 2015 with Stuart Peck to create engaging, accurate, and free biblical content for young people. Appian Media stands out for its unique blend of professional production, biblical accuracy, and accessibility, earning awards, global supporters, and over 9 million YouTube views. Craig is passionate about making the Bible relevant and accessible, especially for homeschool families, faith-based audiences, and those interested in its history and geography.

Craig Dehut’s Website:

https://www.craigdehut.com/

Craig Dehut’s Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/craigdehut

Welcome to the 31st episode of the Troubled Artists Podcast. In today’s episode, I’m interviewing actress Paige Bourne.

Paige Bourne is a SAG-AFTRA actor, writer, and improviser. Originally a trained theatre actor, Paige has worked with Marin Shakespeare Company, Children’s Theatre of Madison, Milwaukee Chamber Theatre, Forward Theatre, and The Constructivists.

She is a graduate of the Conservatory at Second City and is currently a member of the sketch comedy group Communal Beverage. Paige has done on camera work for television, commercials, and indie films. She has been seen on Chicago PD, Chicago Med, Chicago Fire, and the recent horror-comedy Kombucha. Paige has a foundation in classical theatre with a passion for new work and innovative storytelling that seamlessly weaves comedy and drama.

We’ll be discussing her upbringings as an artist, projects she has done, and share advice for up and coming artists.

Paige Bourne’s Website: https://www.paigebourne.com/

Paige Bourne's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hipaigebourne?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==

Paige Bourne’s IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm7263035/?ref_=ext_shr_lnk

Films featuring Paige Bourne: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLs3nzQtBRZ84E49xRX85tYAWHJNWKc84s&si=APpE0nDWRGZjzwXB

Welcome to the 30th episode of the Troubled Artists Podcast. In today’s episode, I’m interviewing actress, Mia Katz.

Mia Katz is an actress, voice actor, and seamstress from the suburbs of Chicago. In May of 2021, I earned my Bachelor of Arts in Theatre Performance from Bradley University in Peoria, IL. 

Mia Katz's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebluecarebear/?hl=en

Mia Katz’s IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm9854852/?ref_=ext_shr_lnk⁠

FILMS FEATURING MIA KATZ:

Attack of the Corn Zombies (2023): https://tubitv.com/movies/100040794/attack-of-the-corn-zombies

Return of the Corn Zombies (2025) (Co-Directed): https://tubitv.com/movies/100043858/return-of-the-corn-zombies 

Desperate Souls (2023): https://tubitv.com/movies/100011962/desperate-souls

They Came Back from Somewhere (2023): https://tubitv.com/movies/100042826/they-came-back-from-somewhere

Tagged (2022): https://tubitv.com/movies/673391/tagged

Welcome to the 29th episode of the Troubled Artists Podcast. In today's episode, I'm interviewing filmmaker Sarah Glees.

Sarah Glees is a writer, director, producer from the Chicagoland area who recently graduated from Elmhurst University. Her latest short film, "Edelweiss" is currently collecting funds through Seed&Spark. Please donate if you can and/or share her film.

We’ll be discussing her upbringings as an artist, her highlights and struggles in the film industry, and share advice for up and coming artists.

Sarah Glee's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahglees?igsh=ZTJ4Nm1iZDk4N3Jl

DONATE TO HER LATEST FILM "EDELWEISS"

"Edelweiss" Seed and Spark Page: https://seedandspark.com/fund/edelweiss#story

"Edelweiss" Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/edelweissshortfilm/

Welcome to the 28th episode of the Troubled Artists Podcast. In today's episode, I'm interviewing actress, writer, producer, and Founder of In Development, Aixa Tovar.

Aixa Tovar is a writer, actor, and producer. Her work is rooted in culture, creativity, and a deep desire to bring underrepresented voices to the forefront. She has recently started a blog titled “In Development” that explores the creative process of building film and television projects from the ground up and the emotional reality of making art in an industry that’s always in motion.

We'll be discussing her upbringings as an artist, our passion for Latino storytellers, navigating the film industry, and her experience on the hit Paramount+ show Landman.

STREAM SEASONS 1 & 2 OF LANDMAN

NOW STREAMING ON PARAMOUNT+

Aixa Tovar's Website: https://reddoorcollective.co/aixa-tovar

Aixa Tovar's IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm16500693/?ref_=ext_shr_lnk

Aixa Tovar's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aixatovar?igsh=c2s0cXd3dmo1ZW9y

In Development Substack: https://open.substack.com/pub/indevelopmentblog?r=6ql0gw&utm_medium=ios

The Mushroom Log Substack: https://open.substack.com/pub/aixatovar?r=6ql0gw&utm_medium=ios

Welcome to the 27th episode of the Troubled Artists Podcast. In today's episode, I'm interviewing actress Amelia Mahrie.

Amelia Mahrie was born in Racine, Wisconsin but grew up around the world. Spending the majority of her teenage years living abroad in both Malaysia and Germany, it was in Asia where Amelia stepped onto stage for the first time in her middle school's production of "High School Musical Jr". Since then, Amelia has grown into the theatrical and cinematic roles of a warrior elf, a lead singer in a punk band, a psychic, a mysterious businesswoman, a desperate teen mom, an orphan in search of a home, and much more. 

We'll be discussing her upbringings as an actress, her highlights, struggles, sharing acting advice, and discuss our love of film.

Amelia Mahrie's Website: https://www.ameliamahrie.com/

YouTube Playlist of Amelia Mahrie's Performances: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLs3nzQtBRZ85sxQDwJk-4xrYex0985Ip_&si=xcAekdUirT5vMZfS

Amelia Mahrie's IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm12911407/?ref_=ext_shr_lnk

Tubi Films featuring Amelia Mahrie

Passion Project: https://tubitv.com/movies/100028037/passion-project

Dollar $tore Killers: https://tubitv.com/movies/100040820/dollar-tore-killers

Welcome to the 26th episode of the Troubled Artists Podcast. In today’s episode, I’m interviewing Academy Hairstylist Bonnie Clevering.

Bonnie Clevering, in a nearly 5-decade career as a Motion Picture Hair Stylist, has worked with hundreds of actors including Hilary Swank, Bette Davis, Brad Pitt, Julia Roberts, Al Pacino, Keanu Reeves, and Kristen Stewart. Her impressive resume includes iconic films and TV series like Hello, Dolly!, RoboCop, Any Given Sunday, Ocean's Eleven, Erin Brockovich, Office Space, The Twilight Saga, and Mr. & Mrs. Smith, totaling over 120 productions. She earned membership in the Academy of Motion Picture Arts & Sciences in 2001. In September, Bonnie is releasing her pictorial memoir, CONTINUITY WITH BONNIE CLEVERING: LIFE BEYOND THE CREDITS.

Bonnie Clevering’s Memoir “Continuity” Life Beyond the Credits: https://www.punctuatemedia.com/cbbc

Bonnie Clevering’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bonnieclevering?igsh=MWw4ZGg1dDRoNTlvag==

Bonnie Clevering’s IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0166527/?ref_=ext_shr_lnk

Welcome to the 25th episode of the Troubled Artists Podcast. In today’s episode, I’m interviewing filmmaker, actor, and fellow artist Cameron Smith.

Over the years, Cameron has used comedy, music, and film as ways to process life and connect with people in a real, unpolished way. His latest project, The Loneliest Boy on Earth, came out of that impulse — it’s part experiment, part personal confession, and part attempt to make sense of love and identity in the modern world.

Cameron Smith’s YouTube Channel / The Loneliest Boy on Earth:

https://youtube.com/@cumsmut?si=FOfnzfbV8frbxdfb

Cameron Smith’s Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/cumsmut?igsh=NDdieGR4NTd0czRm

The Loneliest Boy On Earth Reviews and Interviews:

https://www.imdb.com/title/tt31849609/?ref_=ext_shr_lnk

https://www.wect.com/2024/09/10/local-filmmaker-speaks-newly-released-documentary/

https://themuseculture.com/cameron-smiths-autobiographical-documentary-the-loneliest-boy-on-earth-puts-loneliness-into-perspective-turning-the-mirror-on-society-film-review-with-spoilers/

Welcome to the 24th episode of the Troubled Artists Podcast. In today’s episode, I’m interviewing cinematographer Amy Limpinyakul.

Amy Limpinyakul is a Chicago-raised cinematographer and has worked on acclaimed projects including The Bear (FX), the upcoming A24 film Enemies, and award-winning pilot Hank and Willow. Amy was recently accepted into both the AFI Cinematography Intensive for Women and the ASC Visions Program, highlighting her as a rising talent in the field. Known for her collaborative approach and focus on story-driven visuals, Amy balances her film career with passions like rock climbing, music, and cinema, while holding dual citizenship in the U.S. and Thailand.

We’ll be discussing her upbringings as an artists, her cinematography highlights, and share advice for up and coming artists.

Amy Limpinyakul’s Website: https://www.amylimpinyakul.com

Amy Limpinyakul’s Demo Reel: https://vimeo.com/959772975

Amy Limpinyakul’s IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm4228149/?ref_=ext_shr_lnk

Welcome to the 23rd episode of the Troubled Artists Podcast. In today’s episode, I’m interviewing fellow artist and former classmate, Beatrice Nyx.

Beatrice Nyx has experimented with many artforms from theatre, music, podcasting, and filmmaking. Her passion is deeply rooted in the arts from a young age and is continuing to follow and develop that passion.

We’ll be discussing her upbringings as an artist, reminiscing on high school and college memories, and share advice for up and coming artists.

Beatrice Nyx’s Website:

https://thebeatricenyx.com/home

Edit By Beatrice’s Website:

https://www.editbybeatrice.com/

Edit By Beatrice’s Editing Reel:

https://youtu.be/d8EBVxRBbuM?si=aDdil5Rv-svTD8gj

Beatrice Nyx’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebeatricenyx?igsh=b3FvbmxndXhjbHNu

Edit By Beatrice’s Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/edit.by.beatrice?igsh=bGJ3cG1xZTdreHNv

Beatrice Nyx’s Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3m7FhopOVvLA0ZZw051pID?si=DX9SUlUpRhCr08MnD8Ip_Q

Nyx at Night Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/72Ttur3IYPr1EK3J1TTo8q?si=hxQIntXARae8ClgKduDiXQ