Cutters Notch Podcast

The full DeCamp family banters and recaps their Creative Indulgences in the year that was 2021.

Known as "Tad" on the HGTV home improvement show Good Bones, Thadeus Starsiak is much more than the good-natured demo guy. He's a deep-thinker, an entrepreneur, and soon to be an author. And yes, he is the Demogod. Check out www.loveheals.live

A discussion with a long-time music teacher covering topics ranging from teaching music in the pandemic, to the effects of music on other areas of learning, to how she keeps music fresh in her own life.

Doug Daniel is a professional artist, former gallery owner, and art instructor at IUPUI's Herron School of Art. You can find Doug's info and work at www.dougdanielart.com . You can also find his sporting art and apparel at www.wyattharper.com

Check her out on her website: www.cjcrtv.com   You can also find her on Instagram and other sites by searching CJCRTV. And, watch for her daughter...a future rising star!

Michael is joined by his wife & cohost, Nancy, to interview David & Pamela Ackerman. The Ackermans are a singing duo/musicians who perform in the Indianapolis area. Since the pandemic hit, they have been doing weekly Facebook live "Couch Concerts." You find out more here: www.davidackerman.net

Karen E Laine, from HGTV's "Good Bones," visits the Cutters Notch Studio for a wide-ranging and hilarious chat with Michael and his wife, Nancy. Everything from how they got their start to eating cockroaches. Catch this episode!

Michael does flash interviews with multiple authors on site at the Books & Brews Multi-Author Book Signing.

Michael DeCamp discusses the sources of his ideas for the Cutters Notch collection of works and the name, Cutters Notch. The episode contains sample readings from each of the books. Find out more at his website: www.authormichaeldecamp.com

Author Angela Jackson-Brown returns to the podcast to discuss her new book, "When Stars Rain Down." The book is traditionally published and available everywhere. You can learn more at: www.angelajacksonbrown.com  

Michael and his wife interview Sharee Nurse, a young, talented woman they've "claimed" as one of their sort of adopted kids. She is a writer, a speaker, a podcaster, and a musician. She also served as the inspiration for Michael's short story, "Rose and the Wooden Box." You can find Sharee by her name on several social media platforms, as well as her website: www.shareenurse.com

Michael and Angela interview author Marilyn Kriete about her new book, Paradise Road: A Memoir.  For more information about Marilyn and her book, visit: www.marilynkriete.com

Michael & Angela resume the podcast following a hiatus, recapping books they've been reading and laying out plans for upcoming episodes.

Michael and Angela discuss some ups and downs from the year 2020-the good, the bad, and some of the ugly. They touch on some books, TV binges, and some movies. Folks that have departed. Plus, a look forward into 2021.

Angela interviews Michael about his recent release of Nozomi's Battle: Cutters Notch Book 2, the sequel to Abandon Hope.

Author Lynne Hartke joins Michael and his wife, Nancy to discuss her development as an author and her book, Under a Desert Sky.

Michael, Angela, and Andrea discuss examples of popular creative people's use of their craft to address social issues, from Jane Fonda to Jim Gaffigan, from Bruce Hornsby to Willie Nelson.

The entire DeCamp family discusses binge-worth viewing, fall ideas, and pandemic changes that may remain.

Michael and Angela discuss the work of a literary agent with Sarah Joy Freese from WordServe Literary Agency.

A discussion of Michael's newly released collection of short stories, and the concept of using windshield time to develop creative work.

Co-host, Angela DeCamp returns to the podcast via phone to discuss with Michael the effects of the Stay-at-Home orders and the creative ways that people are coping in the midst of the pandemic.

Host Michael DeCamp reads chapter one from his new book, Loving Out Loud, followed by a brief discussion of the material. Co-host: Nancy DeCamp.

Michael and Nancy DeCamp discuss creative meals while they are self-isolating during the Covid-19 Pandemic

Rick Hastings, originally a college art major, gave it up for a business career. Now, he finds himself in retirement and enjoying his creative nature again in woodworking and stained glass.

Author Savannah J. Goins discusses her writing and publishing process, as well as her imaginative fantasy novels.