The Art of Becoming with Jean Keane

Most people think Toby is my grandson. He's always quick to correct them. "No," he'll say. "She's my best friend." In this episode, I share the story of how an unexpected friendship began on my very first day at an art gallery—with a hammer, a hole in the wall, and a little boy who changed my life in ways I never could have imagined. Over the past nineteen months, Toby has reminded me that friends...

In the first episode of The Art of Becoming, I share a chance encounter that reminded me how powerful human connection can be. While attending a training in Glendale, California, I woke before dawn and drove to Pasadena City Hall to photograph the sunrise. What began as a quiet morning with my camera turned into an unexpected conversation with a stranger. We talked about life, creativity, communit...

Welcome to The Art of Becoming. I’m Jean Keane. This podcast is about growth, connection, creativity, purpose, and the people and moments that shape who we become. Through stories, conversations, and reflections, we’ll explore what it means to keep becoming in every chapter of life. I’m glad you’re here.