Arts Entrepreneurship Podcast: Making Art Work

This week on the podcast is part two of our interview with PRISM Quartet founding member Matt Levy, and member Zach Shemon.  They share their audition process, their many revenue streams, how they started their non-profit, their approach to audience development, and how they've handled challenges they've faced.  Those interested in creating a non-profit and learning how one of America&ap...

This week and next we release our interview with PRISM Quartet founding member Matt Levy, and member Zach Shemon.  They'll share their audition process, their many revenue streams, how they started their non-profit, their approach to audience development, and how they've handled challenges they've faced.  Those interested in creating a non-profit and learning how one of America&apos...

Dana White joins us to talk about her experience as a writer, director, producer, editor, and actor. You'll hear how this award-winning artist finds opportunity in TV and Film, and why she's passionate about the Female Filmmakers Initiative. Anyone who has studied an art will enjoying hearing how Dana applied what she learned as a screenwriting MFA to many different aspects of TV and Fil...

Dana White joins us this week and next to talk about her experience as a writer, director, producer, editor, and actor. You'll hear how this award-winning artist finds opportunity in TV and Film, and why she's passionate about the Female Filmmakers Initiative. Anyone who has studied an art will enjoying hearing how Dana applied what she learned as a screenwriting MFA to many different as...

This week on the podcast is part 2 of our interview with Matthew Coley.  He is an internationally acclaimed percussionist who specializes on the marimba, and is also the founder and executive director of Heartland Marimba, a 501c3 organization that includes a quartet, an ensemble, a publishing arm, and organizes a festival. Listeners will hear how Matthew made the leap from a college teacher to be...

This week on the podcast is part 1 of our interview with Matthew Coley.  He is an internationally acclaimed percussionist who specializes on the marimba, and is also the founder and executive director of Heartland Marimba, a 501c3 organization that includes a quartet, an ensemble, a publishing arm, and organizes a festival. Listeners will hear how Matthew made the leap from a college teacher to be...

This week on the podcast is our interview with Matt Earley, co-founder of Gotta Groove Records, a vinyl record pressing plant located in Cleveland, OH. Matt recounts the origins of Gotta Groove Records, the value they provide to musicians and audiophiles, the importance of quality control, and more. Matt’s story highlights the power of partnering with another passionate person--and it’s not to be...

This week on the podcast is part two of our  interview with visual artist and photographer, Chris Dahlquist. She talks about her decision to leave commercial photography early in her career to focus on visual art, her work as a business consultant, and why it’s important for her to help empower artists to live the lives they choose. Chris's advice and perspective is relevant for all arts entr...

This week on the podcast is part one of our  interview with visual artist and photographer, Chris Dahlquist. She talks about her decision to leave commercial photography early in her career to focus on visual art, her work as a business consultant, and why it’s important for her to help empower artists to live the lives they choose. Chris's advice and perspective is relevant for all arts entr...

This week on the podcast, is part two of our interview with the founders of the Owen/Cox Dance Group: dancer Jennifer Owen and her musician husband Brad Cox.  They recall their first collaboration, describe their revenue streams, how their dancers and musicians are contracted and compensated, and the value of sweat equity. Those thinking of starting a dance company or similar venture will not want...

This week on the podcast, we begin 2022 with part one of our interview with the founders of the Owen/Cox Dance Group: dancer Jennifer Owen and her musician husband Brad Cox.  They recall their first collaboration, describe their revenue streams, how their dancers and musicians are contracted and compensated, and the value of sweat equity. Those thinking of starting a dance company or similar ventu...

We're closing out 2021 with our 50th episode! This week on the podcast is part two of our interview with vibraphonist Drew Tucker. We'll get a peek into his schedule and all the different activities and revenues streams he pursues.  He also describes his focus on social entrepreneurship and his passion for teaching and outreach. Hearing how Drew juggles all his activities will surely be...

This week on the podcast is part one of our interview with vibraphonist Drew Tucker. We'll get a peek into his schedule and all the different activities and revenues streams he pursues.  He also describes his focus on social entrepreneurship and his passion for teaching and outreach. Hearing how Drew juggles all his activities will surely be eye-opening for those thinking of being arts entrep...

This week on the podcast is our interview with stand-up comedian and actor, Steve Byrne.  He talks about what it was like starting out in comedy clubs in NYC, thinking of oneself as a brand, and the importance of networking and how it served as a catalyst for many of his successful projects over the years.  Steve's story of perseverance and being open to opportunity is relevant to everyone in...

This week on the podcast is part two of our interview with pianists Nick Luby and Susan Zhang, the founders of the mobile music venue, The Concert Truck . These young entrepreneurs and recent college graduates talk about how they converted a 16-foot box truck into a fully-functioning mobile concert hall, complete with lights, a sound system, and a piano! Their story is a testament to entrepreneuri...

This week on the podcast is part one of our interview with pianists Nick Luby and Susan Zhang, the founders of the mobile music venue, The Concert Truck . These young entrepreneurs and recent college graduates talk about how they converted a 16-foot box truck into a fully-functioning mobile concert hall, complete with lights, a sound system, and a piano! Their story is a testament to entrepreneuri...

This week on the podcast, Carla Bisong, founder of Bisong Art Gallery, joins us. She recounts her decision to launch an art gallery while working in the financial services industry, and when she knew it was time to leave financial services to focus solely on running her gallery. She gives a lot of practical business advice, from how artists should sell their art to how she monetizes many of her re...

This week on the podcast is part two of our interview with acclaimed conductor JoAnn Falletta. Maestra Falletta gives an inspiring interview, and recalls what it was like being the first woman to lead a major American ensemble, and why mentoring students and commissioning music is so important to her. We'll also hear her describe the business activities she oversees as the Music Director of t...

This week on the podcast is part one of our interview with acclaimed conductor JoAnn Falletta. Maestra Falletta gives an inspiring interview, and recalls what it was like being the first woman to lead a major American ensemble, and why mentoring students and commissioning music is so important to her. We'll also hear her describe the business activities she oversees as the Music Director of t...

This week on the podcast is our interview with fine art appraiser Loren Whittaker.  You'll hear how she benefited from mentors and networking to capitalize on her PhD in Art History to become a fine art appraiser.  Loren talks about her daily activities that include working as an expert witness, evaluating art for private sales, and collaborating with insurance companies on valuation.  Anyone...

This week on the podcast is our interview with Emmy-winning Composer and Film Scorer, Silas Hite.  Silas cites attributes that helped him to become a successful composer, working not only on films but also commercials, TV shows, and multi-media collaborations with artists.  He also gives insight on a variety of topics including what to consider when releasing music through a label and running a bu...

This week on this podcast is part two of our interview with Jody Espina. He’s a saxophonist and founder of JodyJazz, a leading mouthpiece manufacturer. Jody recounts how his business began, grew over the years, and expanded through acquisitions. Anyone interested in becoming a performer or business owner won’t want to miss this interview! Show notes: https://www.artsentrepreneurshippodcast.com/epi...

This week on this podcast is part one of a two-part interview with Jody Espina. He’s a saxophonist and founder of JodyJazz, a leading mouthpiece manufacturer. Jody recounts how his business began, grew over the years, and expanded through acquisitions. Anyone interested in becoming a performer or business owner won’t want to miss this interview! Show notes: https://www.artsentrepreneurshippodcast....

This week on the podcast we interview visual artist Lauren Luna. You'll be inspired after hearing Lauren's story, from her humble beginnings to being the successful artist she is today.  She was named a top 50 entrepreneur by the Scion Car Company, used her notoriety to create the D.R.E.A.M. Affect Foundation, and in 2020 the Mayor of Houston proclaimed July 11th as Lauren Luna Day. Laur...

This week on the podcast is Miranda Lorenz. Miranda Lorenz is a fashion designer and owner of Buhndi. She describes her path from a teen working in a consignment shop to an entrepreneur in the field of fashion as she launches her first line.  Sustainability, marketing, inventory control, and more are discussed. Show notes: https://www.artsentrepreneurshippodcast.com/episodes/137-miranda-lorenz