Creatives Talk Podcast

This week, the Creatives Talk Podcast visits with Kris Vagner, Managing Editor of Reno News and Review and Founder/Editor of the online arts magazine Double Scoop. This is the last podcast of this season, and we are so thankful for another great season of conversations with the creatives of our community. We will be back in January with fresh conversations. November 6, 2024 Your Hosts: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tin...

This week, Tina and Dana celebrate this season's penultimate episode with Pat Hickey. Pat Hickey is a journalist and author discussing his latest book, "Here and Hereafter." Take a listen, and you will want to buy the book. Find out more about Pat Here: https://pathickey.net/ November 6, 2024 Your Hosts: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tina Mokuau⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Dana Nollsch⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Editor/Sound Engineer: Dana Nollsch M...

Today, we talk to Ashley Gottlieb; she is an incredible abstract artist and a wonderful person. Take a listen and find out more about Ashley Gottlieb. www.ashleygottlieb.com October 29, 2024 Your Hosts: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tina Mokuau⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Dana Nollsch⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Editor/Sound Engineer: Dana Nollsch Music by Mr Smith and Antony Raijekov With special thanks to: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Nevada Fine Arts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for their continu...

This week, Tina and Dana sat down and talked to Dave Santina, Director of Local Content at PBS Reno. The conversation touched on a multitude of subjects from the long-running PBS show Wild Nevada, new projects from PBS Reno, and the vibrant podcast world. Be sure to check this episode out! www.pbsreno.org October 16, 2024 Your Hosts: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tina Mokuau⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Dana Nollsch⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Editor/Sound En...

Today, we talk to Pan Pantoja , an artist, educator, poet, creator, and more. Pan is energetic and creative, having worked on many projects, and we talked about a few of them. Listen to the podcast, and then check out these websites: http://www.potentialistworkshop.com/ https://savagemysticart.com/ October 9, 2024 Your Hosts: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Tina Mokuau⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠Dana Nollsch⁠⁠⁠⁠ Editor/Sound Engineer: Dana...

This week, we talked to Martina Young , artist, dancer, choreographer, author, poet, and teacher. Our conversation touched on creativity, the Reno Art Community, and much more. Take a listen. Find out more about Martina Young: https://www.apoeticbody.com/ https://performingartslegacy.org/younglmartina/ Season Two Episode Eleven: Martina Young October 2, 2024 Your Hosts: ⁠⁠⁠Tina Mokuau⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠Da...

Today, we talked to Aaron Foster about being a stand-up comedian, actor, artist, and more. This is a fun episode that you don't want to miss. Check out Aaron's Instagram: instagram.com/aaroncharlesfoster September 24th, 2024 Your Hosts: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Tina Mokuau⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠Dana Nollsch⁠⁠⁠⁠ Editor/Sound Engineer: Dana Nollsch Music by Mr Smith and Antony Raijekov With special thanks to: ⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Ren...

This week, your hosts, Tina and Dana, will take us to the Reno Tahoe International Art Show to chat with some artists who are showing their art. Join them and check out their conversations with Candace Garlock, Kris Vagner, Beck Baumann, Braighlee Fine Art, Chilipepper's Painting, Deanna M Cordova, Doomed Movement, Hannah Eddy, Joanna Dracos, Nichole King, Scott Forrest Fine Art, and William F...

Today's guest is Consuelo Tyree. Consuelo is an emerging artist who discovered her artistic talent a little later in life. We talk about how her love for nature is closely related to her art and how she had a very different type of job before her adventure at Makers Paradise Gallery started. Listen in to find out more about Hispanic Heritage activities at Makers Paradise and so much more!

We had the most fun chatting with Emily Reid! Emily is a wonderful artist, teacher, zoo keeper and so much more. Her sense of humor is contagious. Listen in to hear some great stories about animals and art! arthousereno.com

Join us for a fantastic conversation with Briana Dolan. Briana and her father Kevin O'keefe are the founders of the Reno Tahoe International Art Show. We discuss this year's show and what to expect as well as her personal art and family life. rtiashow.com

This week, we talk to Debra Lynn Hull about life, acting, directing, the future of the Reno theatre community, and much more. You don't want to miss this one!! https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1955343/

This week, we sat down with James Gayles to talk about his early life, his vibrant career, and what you can expect from him in the future. Gayles is a talented Watercolor-Portrait-Artist who has had a stunning artistic career that will inspire and amaze you. If you don't know Gayles's art, you should discover his portrait watercolors; you will be happy you did. Take a listen to find out mo...

This week, we talked to Kelsey Mast about her artistic practice and what's happening at Makers Paradise. Equipped with skills in a diverse range of mediums—from painting, drawing, and ceramics to performance art and new media—Kelsey is an artistic chameleon. Her passion lies not just in personal creation but also in fostering creativity in others. Take a listen to find out more about Kelsey Ma...

This week, we sat down with Deanna Cordova and had a captivating conversation about art, technique, social media, and more. Deanna Cordova, a vibrant multidisciplinary artist originally from San Mateo, California, now draws inspiration from the enchanting landscapes of northern Nevada.  Through her art, Deanna strives to evoke appreciation and awareness, urging us to protect and cherish the wondro...

Join Tina and Dana for a conversation with John Paul Rivard about local theatre. John Paul Rivard is a grown-up theatre nerd. John Paul is a powerhouse in the local theatre scene, director, actor, choreographer, and more. Here are John Paul's social media links. Facebook: facebook.com/john.rivard Instagram: instagram.com/johndipaul/ Season Two Episode Two: John Paul Rivard July 17, 2024 Your H...

Tina and Dana start their second season of Creatives Talk Podcast with Singer-Songwriter Grace Hayes . Grace discusses her music, creative process, family, and how social media has helped her become a successful artist. Listen to this week's Creatives Talk Podcast to enjoy her heartfelt and dynamic style. Here are Grace's social media links. Check out her work. She is an astonishing talent...

This week, we celebrate the final episode of our first season with silversmith and master jewelry maker  Mandi Wirtanen . Mandi talks about how she discovered her love of jewelry making at a young age and her determination to hone her skills. Take a listen and enjoy the conversation with Mandi. mandalynnjewelrydesigns.com The Creatives Talks Podcast will take a short break and return in early July...

This week, we sat down with  Holly Galbo Bopp , the owner of Habitat Inspired. We discussed the importance of creating personal space to reflect who you are and much more.  Take a listen and enjoy the conversation with Holly. https://www.habitatmodern.co/ The music is Chi Town Funk by Mr Smith.

This week, we sat down with Rosine Bena , the Founder and Artistic Director of Sierra Nevada Ballet. We talked about her career in ballet and the new facilities for the Sierra Nevada Ballet. Take a listen and enjoy the conversation with Rosine. sierranevadaballet.org The music is Chi Town Funk by Mr Smith.

This week, we talked to Janet Lazarus about theatre, the Sierra School of Performing Arts' new facility, and much more. So take a moment and join us for this week's Creatives Talk Podcast. Janet Lazarus is one of the founders of the Sierra School of Performing Arts. She has been guiding SSPA and creating great theater for us since 2005. The music is Chi Town Funk by Mr Smith.

This week, we had a wonderful conversation with Joseph Galata about how the arts are necessary for the health of the individual and the health of our society. Joseph Galata is an award-winning professional and Executive Director of the Sierra Association of Foster Families. He advocates for children and youth by creating and facilitating various support programs. He is also an author, actor, dance...

This week, we talked to Mandy Medlin, the new owner of Nevada Fine Arts. Mandy expressed her excitement about the opportunity to take the store forward into the future for the Reno Arts Community. Take a listen to the podcast to find out more. https://nvfinearts.com/ https://www.facebook.com/NevadaFineArts https://www.instagram.com/nvfinearts/ About Mandy  Mandy Medlin is an Arkansas native, Nevad...

We had the extreme pleasure of talking to Candace Garlock in her studio. Candace is more than an artist and educator, she is an inspiration. EXCERPT FROM CANDACE'S BODY/BODY ARTIST STATEMENT! There is a beauty—a vulnerability—within each of us.  Finding that beauty beneath the suffering of living with chronic illness is the focus of this particular body of work. Susan Sontag, Illness as a Meta...

This week, we are joined by Debbie McCarthy, also known as About Town Deb. Take a listen as we discuss community, family, and the future. “Debbie McCarthy, widely known as About Town Deb, is a spirited community advocate, passionate volunteer, and the engaging host of City Talk. Renowned for her dynamic presence both online and in the heart of Reno, Debbie embodies the spirit of connection and pos...