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How can art inspire climate action? In this episode of Artful Impact, Ekaterina Sky sits down with Barbara Veiga, a Brazilian artist, journalist, and environmental activist whose work spans over 85 countries and seven seas. From organizing beach cleanups as a teenager in Rio to living at sea for seven years and collaborating with organizations like Greenpeace and Sea Shepherd, Barbara has transfor...

What does success really mean, and who decided the rules? In this episode of Artful Impact, Ekaterina Sky sits down with Joshua Scott Onysko, a plant based chef, self taught perfumer, skincare innovator, visual artist, and a pioneer of plastic free consumer brands. Joshua questions the idea of the American Dream and whether constant accumulation and consumption truly bring fulfillment, or simply k...

What if fundraising wasn’t about asking for money but about helping people feel something real? In this episode of Artful Impact I sit down with my dear friend Megan Lane for a heartfelt conversation about art trust and the quiet ways creativity changes people. Megan is a Director of Development who has spent years working alongside artists donors and cultural institutions helping build relationsh...

In this episode of  Artful Impact , Ekaterina Sky sits down with  Laura Delhauer , a transformational performer and environmental storyteller using theater, humor, and vulnerability to inspire climate action and collective healing. Laura shares the origin of her performance  Hi, Mom , why impactful art requires vulnerability, and how humor can reach people when fear and despair shut them down. Tog...

In this episode of Artful Impact, host Ekaterina Sky sits down with Danielle Eubank, an internationally acclaimed painter and expedition artist who became the first person to paint all five of the planet’s oceans through her 20-year project One Artist, Five Oceans. Danielle shares how a series of unexpected “accidents” led her to find her voice through painting water,  a subject that is never stil...

Shawn Sweeney has spent more than fifteen years working alongside Dr Jane Goodall, supporting youth movements, community centered conservation, and narrative work that helps people truly feel their agency. Together we talk about: • How hope drives action and why people act more when they believe change is possible • What Jane Goodall taught him about listening, compassion, and storytelling • Why c...

In this episode of Artful Impact, Ekaterina Sky sits down with Chanel Powe, an Arizona-based political organizer, former school board member, and lifelong advocate for equity. Chanel has a rare gift: she builds bridges between artists, policymakers, and communities who don't often meet, reminding us that real change happens when everyone has a seat at the table. We talk about: • How art shapes...

In this episode, Ekaterina Sky sits down with Dax Dasilva, artist, author, and founder of Age of Union for a conversation that feels both grounding and uplifting. They talk about how faith, art, and technology can come together to help us reconnect with what truly matters: the Earth. Dax shares how he went from leading one of Canada’s top tech companies to dedicating his life to protecting the pla...

In this episode of Artful Impact, Ekaterina Sky sits down with Mayor Marcus Muhammad of Benton Harbor, Michigan, a visionary leader who turned a water crisis into a movement of healing, collaboration, and renewal. His story reminds us that leadership, much like art, is an act of creation, shaping trust, unity, and hope from challenge. We explore how transparency and humility can transform fear int...

Mental health is at the heart of how we show up for ourselves, our art, and our communities. In this episode of the Artful Impact Podcast , Ekaterina Sky (@ekaterina.sky.art) speaks with Camara Rauen (@camararollin) — a mental health empowerment speaker, podcast producer, and creative communication facilitator. Together they explore how personal storytelling can break stigma, create connection, an...

🎙️ In this episode of  Artful Impact , I sit down with award-winning filmmaker and activist  Shaun Monson , the visionary behind the groundbreaking documentaries  Earthlings  and  Unity . Narrated by Joaquin Phoenix,  Earthlings  exposed the hidden realities of industries that exploit animals and ignited a global wave of awareness and activism. With  Unity , Monson explored the deep interconnected...

In this episode of  Artful Impact , your host Ekaterina Sky (ekaterina.sky.art) I sit down with visionary artist and activist  @xxlilarose . Lila opens up about the delicate balance between artistry and activism, her journey through burnout and recovery, and the power of creating from authenticity. Together, we explore how music can become a force for environmental advocacy, mental health awarenes...

How can storytelling and design drive climate action? In this episode of  Artful Impact ,  Ekaterina Sky (@ekaterina.sky.art)  speaks with  Adonis Logan  about his journey from environmental science and impact investing to climate tech and design. Together they explore how creativity can reframe the way we talk about climate change, inspire new solutions, and build a culture of collaboration. Clou...

Art has the power to heal, transform, and connect us. In this episode of  Artful Impact ,  Ekaterina Sky (@ekaterina.sky.art)  sits down with  Kayla Silber to explore how creativity can be both a personal journey and a force for collective change. From embracing authenticity to creating with intention, this conversation is an invitation for artists and changemakers to see their work as part of som...

What if creativity could be more than expression — what if it could be a movement for healing, connection, and change? In this episode of  Artful Impact ,  Ekaterina Sky (@ekaterina.sky.art)  speaks with  Inanna (@inannaforearth)  about the power of art to bridge spirit, community, and the planet. Together, they explore how creativity can: Serve as a vessel for connection and mindfulness. Translat...

In this episode of  Artful Impact , impact artist and changemaker Ekaterina Sky sits down with the founder of Los Angeles Climate Week   Dan Thorman  to explore how design, storytelling, and community-driven art can help us face the climate crisis and reimagine a sustainable future. Bridging design and impact to create change. The power of community-centered storytelling. Why artists are uniquely...

What happens when art becomes more than just a form of expression—but a tool for change? Welcome to the Artful Impact Podcast, where creativity meets purpose. Hosted by international artist and environmental advocate Ekaterina Sky, this podcast dives deep into the stories of artists, visionaries, and changemakers who are using their voices to uplift people, protect the planet, and spark meaningful...