To a Certain Degree

Right brain. Left brain. Why choose? Examples of artists who can math and engineers who write music abound, so let’s get rid of this limiting labeling system. Mehnaz Khan is a great example of thinking with both hemispheres. She initially went into the business and IT world, and is now painting and designing spaces. Take a listen to how she got there!

Banks Helfrich returns to the WPRK studio, and we recycle very few of the jokes from his first appearance. In fact, it's 100% all new. This episode of Odd Numbers had the theme of connections, which not only ties into his show, Black Cow Jumps, we also realized that we have a connection dating back 25+ years. Thanks Fringe Festival!

Do words sometimes fail? Not if Nick Georgoudiou is interviewing Luke Balagia. Which is exactly what is happening on this episode. Luke came on the show to discuss his music, comedy stylings, and his first play, How to Eat a Bear, which premieres at the 2019 Orlando Fringe.

Caiti Patton is a local singer and songwriter, and we get to the heart of her creative approach on this episode of To a Certain Degree. The visual element of her music is something she takes great pride in as well, so make sure to check out her music videos for an added element of bedazzlement.

It wasn't until recently that Ryan Semple started pursuing art as a full-time career. You wouldn't know it from the quality of his paintings, murals, and illustrations. We discuss his journey from hobby to side hustle to calling himself an artist (something he is working on).

Crimes in real life: Bad. Crimes in books: Good! That is, if you like that sort of thing. If you do, then this is a good episode for you. Burrow Press publisher Ryan Rivas returns to the studio to discuss some of his favorite literary wrongdoings. Not like grammar mistakes or anything.

Orlandough is a local dessert pop up and custom order shop from Liz Doerr. How does she do it? When does she do it? How is it done?

Today is National Peach Cobbler Day! That's the inspiration for this episode of To an Abridged Degree. Hear from a few Orlandoans about their dessert preferences and which fruit belong - or don't - in desserts.

Favorite t-shirts seems like an easy topic, but there are a lot of nuances to it. All time faves? Just ones you currently own? Are they in the current rotation, or are they retired somewhere because they don't fit right now or are too embarrassing to wear? Victoria Walsh, who could make her own t-shirts with rope, is back in the studio to discuss her best shirts, and some local makers chime in as...

Hops. Delicious, nutritious, and healthy. Also, the subject of this episode with enthusiast and the man behind Florida Hops, Richard M. Smith. He not only grows hops and helps other people do the same, he's on a mission to bring more to Florida (where they were previously thought to be ungrowable).

This episode of Odd Numbers is brought to you by Asimov and Le Guin and Heinlein. Yes, it's a science fiction episode with returning guest Hap Aziz. He's as knowledgeable as he is polite. He may actually be from the future.

Visual artist Samantha Shumaker visits the WPRK studios to discuss her subject matter, sources of inspiration, and approach to life, the universe and everything. We also talked about Douglas Adams since it was his birthday. Listen, enjoy, and subscribe to the podcast!

Thirteen is always a lucky number if you get to talk to Bob Kodzis. One of the most curious and kindest souls you'll ever meet, he returns to the studio to discuss the power of putting yourself out there. Does he practice what he preaches? Absolutely! Darn the torpedoes, and don't worry about the perceived embarrassment, just take the leap and look out below.

On the second episode of To an Abridged Degree, take a listen to some very different paths coming out of high school. Italy, internships, and other i words galore. Guests are Lee Perry, Jesse James Allen, Ashley Renée, and Eliot Hillis.

Artwork doesn't always translate to audio, but a conversation with the artist often does. Kelly Joy Ladd sits down to discuss her transition from full-time employment to full-time paper-based artist.

Nick does a guest spot on WPRK's Sittin' Atop A Pile of Poop... And The View Is Spectacular! to talk typewriters. Listen to the clickety clack of little fingers.

The dozenth episode of Odd Numbers is love actually with Ry Perry of the Disclaimers Not Apologies podcast. He and host Nick discuss the Orlando podcasting scene, the Love Reloaded event, and many other topics of note.

Eddie Selover discusses the PechaKucha Orlando experience on WPRK during this episode of To a Certain Degree. The format is unique - 20 slides and 20 seconds per slide - and the speakers are as local as it gets. Listen to this episode as you buy your tickets for the next one!

It's a clip show of interviews past. Brendan Byrne, the space reporter for WMFE gives us some history of Ivanhoe Park Brewing Company. Speaking of company, Bethany Renee Williams recounts how she launched her marketing business while still in high school. And finally, Chris Crespo and I talk shop, podcast shop. To get us started, artist and teacher Delila Smalley from episode 113 of To a Certain D...

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The KitchenKillaz stop by the WPRK studios to share their story, a couple of songs, and more. Billy and the Commodore are funny and charming guys that will come to your house on Friday for a free concert. Assuming you have a kitchen, of course.

This episode of Odd Numbers features Orlando singer/songwriter Landon Noland joining Nick to discuss artificial intelligence. At some point, they take the blue pill and don't learn about the Matrix. Were they supposed to take the red pill?

Orlando has a lot of storytelling events, and you may know Jesse James Allen from a few of them. He's not only on stage spinning yarns at events like Orlando Story Club, he also catches those spun yarns at other events as well. By the end of this episode, you will understand the ins and outs of projection mapping, hear realistic solutions to getting over your fear of public speaking including time...

One of the most delicious episodes ever for To a Certain Degree. That's because the culinary director and co-owner of Orlando Meats, Eliot Hillis, is the guest. Under his direction, Orlando Meats has a philosophy of using every possible bit of the animal. Just like this podcast!

Chances are, you’ve seen Delila Smalley at markets around Orlando. She makes remarkable living jewelry, great pottery, and more under the Urban Apothecary brand. We touch on her experiences in teaching, creativity across multiple media, and much more. This episode was recorded on December 24, 2018, on WPRK FM.