Creative People Podcast

This week I’m joined by VR expert and filmmaker Nelson Dunk , owner of Hammer & Anvil. Nelson builds full VR theatre installations for museums and creates immersive films designed to make people feel like they were actually there . We talk about the concept of presence in VR, how his team avoids motion sickness, and why immersive storytelling can spark curiosity, empathy, and a deeper connecti...

#125: Actor: Dylan Simpson – “I’m Different Now.” This week on the podcast, actor Dylan Simpson joins me to talk about the moment acting grabbed hold of him and connected him to a feeling he had not felt since he was a kid. We talk about creativity, ambition, and the “zone” that shows up in sports, performance, and art. Dylan shares how one acting class changed the direction of his life, why creat...

This week I’m joined by Lori and Piper Distel, the creative force behind Penny and Pound Theatre in Cambridge, Ontario. pennyandpoundtheatre.com We talk about building a company that values community, the power of fellowship in the creative process, and how some shows just need to be born. They share how they’ve developed original musicals together and what it takes to keep a small theatre company...

This week I’m joined by Deborah Puette, a longtime working actor in Los Angeles who has recently added writer and director to her already stacked resume. deborahpuette.com suchaprettygirlfilm.com We talk about the hunger that keeps artists evolving, the difference between rejection as an actor and as a writer, and what it really means to collaborate when the work is personal. Deborah shares how wr...

This week, I’m joined by photographer and branding specialist Curtis Grimba —a guy who brings a sharp eye, a playful spirit, and a deep sense of presence to his work. cgrimba.com We talk about what it really takes to create meaningful portraits—building trust, embracing imperfection, and staying open even when burnout hits. Curtis shares how discomfort and spontaneity actually fuel his best work,...

Welcome back to Creative People Podcast ! I’m about to kick off Season 5—but before I do, I wanted to take a moment to look back before moving forward. In this episode, I’m reintroducing myself and the podcast, sharing where I’ve been, where I’m headed creatively, and revisiting some of the best moments from Season 4. You’ll hear clips from incredible conversations with Amy Silva, Matty James, and...

In this episode of Creative People Podcast, we are thrilled to have Stacey Tookey, a renowned choreographer and dancer who has been nominated for 3 Emmys for her work on So You Think You Can Dance. Stacey shares her story of how she started dancing at the age of four in Edmonton, Canada, and how she pursued her dream of becoming a professional dancer in Las Vegas, New York, and Los Angeles. She al...

Back at it with local KW favourite, graphic designer Brie Pointer!  Brie is a ray of sunshine and full of heart - she tells me about the farm she started with her family, crafting with glitter and knowing your worth.  We chat about some of the hard stuff she's been through in the last few years.  Through it all though, Brie's sunshine shines through.  Great episode!  Do it up! Work with...

This week comedy writer, Amy Silva is in the studio.  She tells me about attending the Humber Collage's Comedy Writing and Performance program, and her love of cringe.  We chat about perfectionism and if she actually thinks she's funny. Super fun one. https://www.instagram.com/amydsilva_/ www.creativepeople-podcast.com

Hey buds, this week we're chatting with Special Effects Make-up Artist - Brandi Boulet   Brandi has worked on some of the most acclaimed films and TV shows of the past decade. In this podcast, she shares her insights and stories from behind the scenes of projects such as See, The Horror of Dolores Roach,, Star Trek: Discovery, and The Changeling. https://www.instagram.com/brandi.boulet/ Brand...

In this episode, Matty James ( the.nonbinary.bombshell ) talks about their journey of becoming a drag performer, and how they use drag as a form of art and activism. Matty also discusses some of the challenges and joys of being a drag performer, and how it was a battle with themselves to get there.  We chat about growing up in the church (we grew up in the same church) and how they found themselve...

In this episode, we are thrilled to have Rachael Taylor as our guest. Rachael is a renowned Creative Director, Bestselling Author, Mentor and Print and Pattern Designer based in Liverpool, UK. She is the co-founder of Make it in Design, an online platform that teaches thousands of creatives how to achieve their dreams in the design industry. https://rachaeltaylordesigns.com/ https://makeitindesign...

Today on the podcast I'm talking to filmmaker/producer, Katie Billo  https://www.digitalsabbath.ca Katie is part of Digital Sabbath - a kw local film company they're the ones who made the Business Unusual series. Over the last 2 years,  I've interviewed a few of those guys todays it's time for the gal's point of view.  Katie Billo is married to her Digital Sabbath partner,...

Today's guest told me that when he's told to tone it down, he cranks it 10x! On this episode I'm chatting with Montreal video producer, xcephasx https://xcephasx.com/ Cephas describes himself as a business man first - and an artist second... which i think is great because we need more business minded creatives as far as I'm concerned! So today we're talking business system...

Today from Los Angeles California, I am joined by magician, princess and pin-up model,  Magical Katrina! https://magicalkatrina.com/ Katrina tells me about being a little girl who idolized Judy garland and Sabrina the Teenage Witch. We talk about when she started performing and how she took control of her career and  how now she's out to get everything she wanted from it. She talks about the...

Today's guest is Carina Gardner, a designer and coach who is all about helping creatives make money with their work. https://www.carinagardnercourses.com/ Carina contacted me about being on the podcast - for a podcast switch actually. Now, I often say no to those types of things and it's not that I'm unfriendly, all though I can be.  It's just that most of time with the podcast...

This week we are in the studio with Designer, Ryan Antooa.  Ryan makes his podcast return to fill me in on his new books, new skills and new ambitions.  Ryan and I first chatted the first September of the pandemic man, a lot has changed since then!  We chat about anime, rest and steel sharpening steel.   https://www.ryanantooa.com/ Music by Apollo Buy Ryan’s zine, Backslider at ryanleacock.ca www....

Back at it again, again , and we have a great one for ya.  EM aka Hushpuppy Designs is in the studio to talk luck, making art for the underdogs and friends who are intimidatingly good at drawing.  I had such a great time chatting with EM.  Great vibes in this one.  Enjoy! https://hushpuppydesigns.com/ I wrote a whole blog about some of the stuff we talked about on this episode.  check that out her...

This week we're back for Season 4.  I am chatting with KW local artist Trevor Clare.  We talk about mental health, the power of locations and traditional/digital artwork.  Great guy, fantastic convo! https://www.instagram.com/trevorclareart/ I'm glad to be back for another year of podcasting, expect this season to be striped down and back to basics. Music by Young Community www.creativep...

Hey buds, this week I sit down with 96.7 CHYM's morning host Brady Kingsbury.  Brady gets into it about all things radio, from producing to hosting.  We talk about being part of people's lives every morning and the Springsteen quote that works as his guide.  Great chat! https://www.instagram.com/bradiobrady/ Krista Kankula - Creative Coach https://www.instagram.com/kristakankula/ Ryan Le...

Clarissa Diokno performs her recent single, Haunted live at the podcast studio! https://www.creativepeople-podcast.com/episodes/clarissadiokno www.creativepeople-podcast.com

“We need new and unusual experiences to think differently. In fact, cultivating a mind-set that is open and explorative might be the best thing we can do for our creative work. As Jack Kerouac said - ‘the best teacher is experience’.  That’s a quote from my favourite book on the topic of creativity (and one of my all time favourite books), called Wired to Create by Scott Barry Kaufman & Caroly...

This week we are in studio with singer/songwriter Clarissa Diokno.  We’re talking about forming a band on Facebook, talent shows, and blowing glass. She tells me about her writing process and puppets!  Then she performed her song Haunted!  Great one! https://www.instagram.com/clarissadiokno/ https://www.instagram.com/kristakankula/ https://www.instagram.com/creativepeople.podcast/ https://www.inst...

Hey, buds!  Today we’re talking theatre with Innovative Productions theatre creators Marley And Sidney!  They have a production happening this week called “That' One Act Thing” - which I am lucky enough to be a part of.  The duo talk to me about friendship/partnership, Canadian Theatre, and using frustration as a motivator.  Great chat! https://www.theinproductions.com/ www.creativepeople-pod...

Hey buds, today on the podcast we're talking animation with animators Hannah, Carla, and Michaela.  The trio tells me about their animated short, "Ashes" and all the time, love, and effort that went into making it. We get into it about perfectionism and the bitter-sweet feelings that creatives go through at the end of big projects.    Great chat, do it up! Watch the short: "Ash...