Stories of Change & Creativity

Texas Fine Arts Photographer Melissa Fontenette-Mitchell knows the power of images.  In part two of our interview, Melissa discusses how video and photographs help tell important stories about racial injustice.  In our first episode (#016), we talked about Melissa's career path and some of her landmark projects. Hope you enjoy our conversation.  ARTIST STATEMENT by MELISSA FONTENETTE-MITCHELL...

Show Notes The global pandemic has changed the way we live, work and learn.  And colleges and universities will transition to meet these new demands.  On this episode, I talk with Anthony ONeal .  Ramsey personalities Anthony ONeal and Rachel Cruz wrote the award-winning book, The Graduate Survival Guide: Five Mistakes You Can't Afford to Make in College .   " This is the generation that...

In this episode, I interview Vicky Cardwell Balcou - about art, life and the creative process.  We also talked about how she embraces change and keeps moving forward. Fort Worth native Vicky Cardwell Balcou was destined to be an artist. Born into a family of artists, designers and teachers, her mother and father supported her creativity.  Since graduating from The University of Texas, Vicky has ha...

The COVID-19 virus has impacted the way we work, learn and live our lives.  On this episode, I talk with Amy Webb.  We recorded this interview on May 15, 2020.  Amy Webb is a quantitative futurist and a bestselling, award-winning author. She is the Founder of the Future Today Institute , a leading foresight and strategy firm that helps leaders and their organizations prepare for complex futures. ...

On this episode, I feature an interview with talented harpist, singer and performer Kristen Gibbs. She and her band perform in and around Austin, Texas.  As a professional musician, the global pandemic has impacted her performance schedule.  So Kristen created a free neighborhood concert series to share her music with the local community.    " The Kristen Gibbs Band, " also known as &quo...

This mini-series focuses on how the COVID-19 virus is impacting and changing colleges and universities. In this episode, I interview college success strategist Katy Oliveira, founder of Collegehood Advice.   Her popular Collegehood Advice podcast , coaching sessions, resources and presentations work together to create a 21st century toolkit that teaches students how to maximize their college exper...

Many of us love to travel...meet new people...explore new places.   But because of the global pandemic, all we can do now is reminisce about our past journeys, while we look forward to future adventures.    On this episode, I interview Danielle Brossart.  She has traveled to six continents and 38 countries, many as a solo traveler.  Brossart shares her passion for travel and talks about how it&apo...

Show Notes In this mini-series,  we hear how the COVID-19 virus is impacting and changing colleges and universities.  For this bonus episode, I interview graduating college senior Conner Yarbrough.   Conner is an Electronic Media major in the School of Journalism and Mass Communication at Texas State University.   He offers some great insight and perspective.   Key takeaways Concern about uncertai...

Show Notes In this mini-series,  we hear how the COVID-19 virus is impacting and changing colleges and universities.  For this bonus episode, I interview graduating college senior Anne Cox.  Anne is a Digital Media Innovation major in the School of Journalism and Mass Communication at Texas State University.   You might recognize Anne from our trailer - she's the audio engineer and multimedia...

Business goes Virtual with Scott Carson Business is changing.  Because of the Coronavirus or COVID-19, everyone is thinking virtual.  We're teaching, shopping, working and connecting online.  On this episode, I interview Investment Entrepreneur Scott Carson about ways to take traditional business meetings and conferences and turn them into virtual money making events.  Scott Carson is known a...

If you love soccer, you'll enjoy listening to my interview with Dave Simeone.  He is the technical director for the Red River National Professional League, United States Club Soccer.   You'll hear Dave's perspective on what passionate soccer fans call the 'beautiful game' and the changing soccer landscape.  Simeone is an expert on the development of soccer in the United St...

Interdisciplinary Artist Elisa Jimenez This episode features my interview with Elisa Victoria Jimenez – one of the most unique human beings I’ve ever met.  I interviewed Elisa in New York in late 2019.  My daughter, Danielle, worked with her as part of her internship with the New York Arts Program .  A solo entrepreneur for more than 25 years, Elisa Jimenez decided at the age of 15 that her life w...

In this episode,  I talk with Chair Stylist Wendy Conklin.  Wendy created her company, Chair Whimsy , in 2012. She designs custom, one-of-a-kind  chairs and shares her expertise consulting and teaching online classes. During our interview, we talk about her journey and how she changed her career and her life.  You'll also learn a little known fact about Wendy and hear a couple of her expert t...

In this episode,  I interview Emmy Award-Winning Journalist Lynn Walsh.  Lynn is assistant director of the Trusting News Project.   Discussion topics Advice for journalists and news consumers Engagement roles in journalism The future of journalism The importance of your personal brand Resources: Trusting News Project   You can connect with me on Instagram or Twitter @judyoskam  or email me at drju...

This episode features Stacy Johnson.  Stacy is the founder and CEO of Central Texas Table of Grace, an emergency center for children and teens in the foster system who have nowhere else to go.  Stacy talks about her own journey through the foster system and how she beat the odds and changed her life.  I found her story inspiring and motivating.   Key Takeaways The creative vision behind Central Te...

 In this episode,  I talk with Anthony ONeal about how students can change their future by earning a debt free degree.  ONeal is the author of the best-selling book, Debt Free Degree: The Step-by Step Guide to Getting your Kid Through College Without Student Loans .   “ The caliber of your future is determined by the choices you make today ” – Anthony ONeal  Key Takeaways: Tips for college visits...

We're excited to bring you Stories of Change and Creativity.   This interview podcast features interesting insights from professionals who inspire, educate and motivate.  In this trailer, Audio Engineer Anne Cox and Producer Judy Oskam talk about the focus of the podcast.  You can connect with me via email at drjudyoskam@gmail.com or on Instagram and Twitter @judyoskam   Did you enjoy this ep...