Creatively Musing

Mars Luna takes on a creative journey of a musician fashion designer to finish up a wonderful season of queer creatives! Mars knows a thing or two about creativity being a member of two bands, Yahtzee Brown along with Andrew Cashen and The Disciples of Creation, a fashion designer and mix-media artist. You can check out Yahtzee Brown play Aug. 9 at 11pm and Aug. 10th at 12am at the Hole in the Wal...

Ryan Ward of Rex Marketing and CX joins us this week to chat creativity in business! Alongside being a successful entrepreneur and business owner, Ryan is passionate about supporting the success of other LGBTQIA+ business founders and entrepreneurs as a mentor and member of with StartOut. Whether you’re a LGBTQIA+ business owner new to business or a veteran, StartOut is a great place to strengthen...

Sara Weimers is joining us this week and explores the vastness of being a creative! Exploring mix media art with a adult spin to being the creator of the What We Drink in the Shadows Cocktail Book . Sara makes sure you can find the perfect decor, kits cocktail and much more as a creative with a drive and passion for having fun while creating. Support the Palestinian Red Crescent Society with a pur...

Andres Carrasco joins us as a corporate Queerly Creative this week! Freshly graduated to a managerial job with Amazon, Andres is stepping into the world of marketing and international business with a bang. We chat about creativity in the business world, DECA and so much more.

Friend of the show, Austin Ray Bouse is back again and part of our Queerly Creatives this time! Young adult scary stories writer, Mrs. Macabre Chronicles creator, Austin talks with us about writing, being creative, and the launching of their fourth book in autumn.

Richard deLuna joins us as this week's Queerly Creative! Multitalented, Ricki is the host and mind behind InnerBloom Meditations: Poetry, Affirmations, and Mindfulness along with developing their own video game and passion projecting a young adult book.

What a perfect way to step into Pride Month than with Des Miller on this weeks Queerly Creative episode! As a Co-founder of Prismatic Events, a novice with The Fourth City Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence, and 17 years as a Comedian & Drag Artist, Des stays busy in the queer community and the St. Louis area.

Armond Castilleja joins us in this weeks Queerly Creative episode! Armond is a mix-media art exploring the world of art, poetry, photography and any range of creativity available to them. As the head of The Honest Crook , you can get your very own piece of Armand’s work and be part of their creative journey .

Shawn Michael Foley has arrived and is ready to help you get out of that creative burnout, inspire your confidence, and create beautiful botanical art with you! Shawn is also the creator of Fleurvana, one of our favorite creative workshop hosts, and a stunning technical resource. Head over to Amazon and get your copy of Shawn’s book, I Just Want to Design!: The Designer's Survival Guide to Falling...

This week is full of youth and charm as we are joined by the talented Theodore Garrett! From Camp Lilac to sports photography, Theodore has a wide range of creativity to explore. We can’t wait to see all the good that this young queer creative does in the future.

New season and it’s for the queers and my dear friend Matthew Blind if here to start it off with a bang! We explore activism to international floristry, Matthew has had wild adventures throughout our friendship and we just scrap the surface. Not only great friends but Team USA teammates that have gotten to experience each other’s growths.

What a perfect way to end an exciting season of Creative Women than with Da’Reen Reichenberg. Co-Owner of Poppy+Pot, Da’Reen is a shinning personality and absolute joy in the floral design industry . Alongside Da’reen’s exciting floral arraignments, she also hosts Drag Story hours and leads floral workshops in her drag persona, Mumzie Stems. Follow along Da’reen and all the exciting things she get...

Founder and maker of Beaded Seed by Ronea, this mother and creature is changing the game in polymer clay jewelry. With custom life like stone and crystal earrings and limited release bracelets, we rarely wear anyone else’s beautiful pieces. You can find Ronea and her stunning pieces at varied markets throughout Chicago, Il and online so go explore the Beaded Seed by Ronea website and Instagram to...

Our Creative Women Series is almost coming to an end and a new season is on the horizon! What would you, our listeners like to see and hear from Creatively Musing? Next up we pivot into the LGBTQIA+ community and the creative thriving throughout and we can’t wait for some extra extra special one off episodes coming soon also.

With a resume of creativity that many would find hard to match, Molly Lucille is living her creative dreams! We have a wonderful chat with my dear friend about professional floristry, competitive cycling and being a professional princess. Even with a active busy schedule Molly always does everything with the highest level of passion and skill.

As the 2024 Chairwoman of the Great Lakes Floral Expo, Holly brought the conference alive with her skills as a business owner, a floral designer and a her experience as a world traveler. Holly gives us some of her thoguhts on creativity and her highlights of the 2024 GLFEE. Exuding kindness and always ready to assist at a moments notice, Holly shines in the floral industry.

So excited to introduce you to the amazing and wonderful Michelle Rech of Electric Flora! From high end floristry to a recent new journey into jewelry, Michelle is a delight to chat about her creative journey, Michelle brings inspiration and delight everywhere she goes and I can’t wait for you to dive into just a small part of her world.

Join us for a compelling conversation with Katelyn, the dynamic host of 'Kickin' it w/ Katelyn.' Dive into the world of personal storytelling as this budding creative and podcasting enthusiast shares her unique journey and insights. Get inspired by Katelyn's passion for sharing fun and exciting stories on her podcast.

Explore the intersection of artistry and education with Skylar Gerken, a distinguished artist, creative educator, and Art Manager at Camp Lilac. Join us as we delve into Skylar's adept conversational skills and ability to curate extraordinary atmospheres. Gain valuable insights into the world of creativity and education through the lens of a seasoned professional. This episode promises a personal...

In our debut episode, we dive into the eclectic world of Chloe Jade, a dynamic individual seamlessly balancing roller derby thrills with the hard work of fashion design. Join us as we unravel the vibrant tapestry of creativity in the lives of extraordinary women. Chloe sets the stage for our Creative Women Series, where we explore diverse and inspiring journeys of women who bring creativity to eve...

When was the last time you sat back and mused about whether you are creating to produce through your imaginative skill or just Producing to oversee the making of a product? In 2024 I'm challenging myself to step back and enjoy the purpose of both in my creative ventures.

From hostels to palaces, we muse with Ariel Lagunas Olachea about our time being roommates and adventuring across Vienna, Austria this past summer for our art appreciation study abroad. Collecting art, judging art, and meandering through mountainside vineyards is just the tip of the iceberg. We had so much to chat about we had to break it into 2 parts, find part two at patreon.com/creativelymusing...

We sit down with non-binary young adult author Austin Ray Bouse to muse about writing for the weird kid and the creative process of a spooky creative. As the author of The Mrs. Macabre Chronicles, Austin just released their third book and is already looking to their fourth book! Get your Mrs. Macabre and The Fear King today!