It's about time we bring in a barista, and why not start with someone who our customers usually see first thing in the morning? Klancy Baker has been everywhere and has learned a lot of lessons. She is an actress, filmmaker, artist, and an all-around joy to be around. Loren and Klancy dive into why she got into the filmmaking industry, her favorite films and shows, and dishes out great advice for people who feel like they are going nowhere in life. We had a lot of fun during this episode, and we hope you enjoy!

Wishful Drinking is always recorded live in Downtown Tyler, Tx at The Foundry Coffee House over a delicious cup of coffee.

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This week, Loren is joined by the founder of Avenue Speak, Casey Williams. They discuss how Casey got into music (specifically drumming) and how that molded his mission to mentor to the youth, those who struggle with substance abuse, and anyone who needs someone to rely on. He discusses what brought him to Tyler, and East Texas in general.

For more information on Casey's mission: avenuespeak.com

Wishful Drinking is always recorded live in Downtown Tyler, Tx at The Foundry Coffee House over a delicious cup of coffee.

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On this episode, we are joined by THE regular of the Foundry, Uriah Johnson. He is the Campus Minister for the Diocese of Texas and has been settling into that role for about a year now. They discuss his transition from a different denomination into the one where he feels at home, what it's like to minister to students, and life in general here at the shop. Uriah is a self-proclaimed foodie, lover of Prince, and can pull any sport stat out of his back pocket.

Wishful Drinking is always recorded live in Downtown Tyler, Tx at The Foundry Coffee House over a delicious cup of coffee.

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Loren is joined by local tattoo artist, small business owner, and everyday regular of The Foundry, Micah Lewis. They discuss how her passion for art started at a very young age and how that blossomed into a full-time career. Micah speaks about her journey through doing freelance art, tattoo apprenticeship, and how she started her own tattoo studio right here in Tyler, TX.

Wishful Drinking is always recorded live in Downtown Tyler, Tx at The Foundry Coffee House over a delicious cup of coffee.

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Loren is joined by the owner of Brands & Threads Apparel Co. and long-time friend, Justin West. 

They discuss the beginning of their friendship at Pine Tree High School and what long-distance relationships looked like for the both of them in college. Then, Justin goes into detail about how he got into graphic design and the way that launched his passion for branding. Later, the two close the episode discussing the past, present, and future of Brands & Threads Apparel Co. and what the company means to the City of Tyler.

Wishful Drinking is always recorded live in Downtown Tyler, Tx at The Foundry Coffee House over a delicious cup of coffee.

Stay up to date with the podcast at:

Instagram: @foundrycoffeehouse