Dripping Creativity

What does it take to lead a post-apocalyptic sci-fi film in the freezing Canadian Arctic? Actor, singer and dancer Juliette Hawk joins Chris Corvan on Dripping Creativity to discuss her first leading feature film role in LUMI , directed by Jen Walden, her work on Prime Video's Every Year After , and her dream of becoming a horror movie scream queen. Set in 2125, LUMI follows a young girl raised in...

What is more frightening: an obvious monster, or an entire town convinced it is doing the right thing? Chris Corvan meets Selina Wong, Isabella Pedersen and Safia Comtois-Mohamad, the three leads of Little Elves, for a conversation about the people inside the horror. The cast explores Colette, Abby and Toni, the cost of survival, the fear of challenging accepted stories, and the experiences that s...

What if the apocalypse could hear your heartbeat? Horror author Lily Cooke returns to Dripping Creativity to discuss her debut novel, A Single Beat , published by Rabbit Tooth Press. In a world infested with flesh-eating creatures that react to elevated heart rates, anxiety becomes a survival risk. For Brooke, a grieving and deeply introverted woman, staying alive means confronting fear, trusting...

What does it take to make a 126-year-old opera feel immediate? Chris Corvan sits down with stage director Joshua Borths to talk about Calgary Opera’s production of Puccini’s Tosca , a story of love, political repression, coercion, jealousy, violence, and impossible choices that still moves with the pace of a modern thriller. Joshua talks about his approach to storytelling, why his job as a directo...

What happens when passion, loyalty, and sacrifice intertwine in Puccini's Tosca ? In this episode of Dripping Creativity, host Chris Corvan engages in a heartfelt discussion with soprano Maria Natale and tenor David Esteban, who are set to bring the iconic roles of Tosca and Cavaradossi to life in Calgary Opera's upcoming production at the Jubilee Auditorium. Maria shares her deep connection to th...

What happens when love, obsession, and corruption collide in the world of opera? In this episode of Dripping Creativity, host Chris Corvan sits down with the captivating Boaz Daniel, who takes on the role of Baron Scarpia in Calgary Opera's production of Puccini's Tosca. Boaz shares his journey into the world of opera, revealing insights from his extensive experience since 1998 and discuss...

What does it actually take to build a career as an actor and producer in Alberta’s independent film scene? Chris Corvan sits down with actress and producer Jocelyn Chugg for a conversation about acting, indie filmmaking, producing across borders, and figuring things out the hard way. Jocelyn talks about discovering acting, entering Calgary’s film community during the pandemic, and building a caree...

What happens when the desire to defeat death becomes a reason to believe in the future? In this episode of Dripping Creativity , Chris Corvan sits down with filmmaker David Ehrenreich , director of Relax, Open Your Eyes , ahead of its world premiere at the 2026 Calgary International Film Festival. The documentary follows Calgary’s Carrie Radomski and her journey into the world of cryonics, includi...

Ever wondered what it takes to make a water circus splash-tastic? In this episode of Dripping Creativity , host Chris Corvan dives into the wonderfully chaotic world of Cirque Italia Water Circus Nautilus with third-generation circus performer Alex Acero. With nearly ten years of circus life under his belt, Alex shares what it is really like to balance family, performance, travel, and about 35,000...

What does it take to transform pain into art? In this episode of Dripping Creativity , host Chris Corvan sits down with Skye Pinay, the two-spirit electronic musician and producer behind the Sunflower Dreams project. After two decades of artistic evolution, Skye has finally released her debut album, Re:trans , a culmination of nearly eight years of creativity, reinvention, and healing. Skye reflec...

What happens when a visual artist transitions to filmmaking in the heart of the Arctic? In this episode of Dripping Creativity , host Chris Corvan sits down with Jen Walden, a filmmaker, screenwriter, and visual artist based in Yellowknife. Jen shares her journey from painting in Florence to creating her latest feature film, Lumi , a science fiction adventure exploring connection, resilience, and...

What happens when a Wednesday happy hour becomes something much bigger? Calgary filmmaker Wendy Hill-Tout joins Chris Corvan to talk about her new documentary WWW: THE WOMEN’S GROUP , following a group of senior women whose weekly gatherings in Kensington have become a space for friendship, laughter, grief, dating, resilience, and refusing to quietly disappear with age. Wendy talks about building...

In this episode of  Dripping Creativity , host Chris Corvan chats it up with Alberta filmmaker Michael Maxxis about his latest documentary,  Gail . This film is a wild ride following a hardcore Our Lady Peace fan as she braves the winter chill across Canada for the band's 30th Anniversary Tour. Michael spills the beans on Gail's quirky character, her die-hard love for music, and the roller...

In this episode of  Dripping Creativity , host Chris Corvan is joined by the fabulous Celina Vides, a Salvadorian Canadian artist and film programmer based in Calgary. With over a decade of experience across various arts and cultural communities, Celina shares her journey from a love of literature to a thriving career in film and festival programming. Celina dives into her work with the Calgary In...

In this episode of  Dripping Creativity , host Chris Corvan chats with the brains behind  When Words Collide , Canada’s literary fiesta happening August 14-16, 2026, in Calgary. Join festival founder Randy McCharles, exec director Robin Van Eck, and festival director Nicole Zylstra as they spill the beans on what makes this festival a must-visit for writers and readers alike. Get the scoop on thei...

Chris Corvan chats with Sara Elisabeth about So I’ll Know, her dark MM romance and the third book in the Pacific Northwest Boy series. This episode digs into Marcus and Jeremy’s intense push and pull, the grumpy/sunshine dynamic, writing trauma alongside romance, the importance of stories for people who feel invisible, 90s music, messy drafting, and Sara’s crossover collaboration with S.M.R. Burto...

In this episode of Dripping Creativity: Let's chat , host Chris Corvan steps into the mythic dark fantasy of Heaven That Never Was , the prequel short story to the screenplay Devil’s Delight . Chris is joined by authors Lelina Smith and Bruce Smith for a conversation about rebellion, identity, free will, and the complicated beauty of a reimagined Heaven filled with angels, power, longing, and...

In the Season 3 premiere of Dripping Creativity , Chris Corvan sits down with author and professor Alecsandra Kakon to talk about her debut novel, This Is Why I Need You . This is a book about friendship, secrets, identity, and the quiet tension of everything we avoid saying out loud. So naturally, we had to get into the messy stuff: complicated friend groups, the strange crisis point of turning t...

Get ready to vibe with the latest episode of Dripping Creativity! Host Chris Corvan chats with the fabulous Montreal duo, Gabby and Gigi, the brains behind Supersum. These gals are shaking up the music scene with their wild blend of bubblegum pop and grunge—think sweet melodies with a punk punch! They’re spilling the tea on their upcoming EP, Tragedy Romantique, and diving into all the juicy theme...

Get ready to rock out in this episode of Dripping Creativity! Host Chris Corvan is cranking up the volume as he chats with Troy and Anthony, the powerhouse pair behind the up-and-coming rock band, The Thinkers. Straight outta the buzzing underground scene of Manila, these guys are shaking things up worldwide with their gritty, analog sound that’s a breath of fresh air in a digital world. From thei...

Get ready for a wild ride on this episode of Dripping Creativity! Host Chris Corvan is joined by the fabulous debut author Mackenzie M. Nolan, who’s bursting onto the scene straight from the beautiful but rugged landscapes of rural Newfoundland. Mackenzie juggles her day job as a social worker with her nighttime gig as a storyteller, and let me tell you, she’s got some stories to tell! Her debut n...

In this captivating episode of Dripping Creativity, host Chris Corvan welcomes debut author Vanessa Penny, who takes us on a deep dive into her creative world. Hailing from the stunning landscapes of northern Newfoundland and rural Nova Scotia, Vanessa shares her journey of transforming her dark imagination into her upcoming novel, The Witch of Willow Sound, set to release on September 30, 2025. W...

In this special anniversary episode, I sit down with legends of the stage and soul, members of Calgary’s longest-running drag troupe, Fake Mustache to celebrate 20 years of transformation, rebellion, and pure queer joy. Born from a moment of spark on the other side of the world, Fake Mustache has become a cornerstone of Calgary’s underground performance scene. We talk origins, legacy, and the unap...

In this thrilling episode of Dripping Creativity, host Chris Corvan takes us on a wild journey into the mesmerizing world of Paranormal Cirque, a cabaret experience that blends horror, acrobatics, and dark comedy. Joining Chris is the captivating Sandra, a sword swallower and one of the extraordinary performers behind this unique show. Together, they peel back the layers of this theatrical spectac...

In this lively episode of Dripping Creativity , host Chris Corvan chats it up with the one and only Byron Fredrick , a.k.a. Suncatjah . Hailing from Calgary, this sonic storyteller and rhythm wizard takes us on a wild ride through his diverse musical influences—from reggae and soca to funk and techno. With a sound that’s like a cosmic jam session, he spills the beans on how he snagged his unique n...