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Sam and Don sat down with the amazing Samantha May!  We talked with her about early influences, writing, and performing.  As a bonus, Samantha shared a demo of her new song! Follow Samantha on Instagram at @samanthamay_music_ AND you can catch Samantha May LIVE at The Hammonton Arts & Music Festival on May 2nd, 2026!

Sam & Don dusted off the mics, sat down, and caught up in this host powered episode.  They chat about HAMFest, The Blueberry Jam Sessions, and a little about what 2026 has in store.

It has been a minute, but we are back!  We spent some time in the clubhouse with Wayne Lucina and Tony Brigante of the band Another Dead Rockstar!  We talked about how they met, how they work together, and what drives them creatively.  As a colossal treat, we listened to a few tracks off of their album, Aloha Mr. Hand.  Listener, prepare to have your face melted off!   You can grab a copy of Aloha...

We had the absolute pleasure of sitting down with artist, musician, and playwright Tony Troy! His story takes us from the streets of London, where he got his start as a street artist, all the way to the Off-Broadway stage with the premiere of his musical The Flute Player’s Song. Along the way, Tony’s incredible portrait work earned him a place in the Royal Society of Portrait Painters of Great Bri...

What a fantastic conversation!  We sat down with Ty Wilson, woodworker, graphic designer, game enthusiast- OH! and he also happens to be the Executive Director for Mainstreet Hammonton.  Take a listen while we dive deep into trying new things, wrestling with self-doubt, and acknowledging the creative spirit that exists in each of us.

We had the pleasure of sitting down with the talented Savanna Perry of The Hammonton Gazette. A proud alumna of Hammonton High School, Savanna shared how her passion for journalism was ignited during her high school years and how it feels to report on the community where she grew up. Our conversation also delved into her experiences in competitive dance and pageant competitions, highlighting the d...

What a fantastic conversation!  We sat down with the amazing, Heidi Lee!!  Heidi shared her passion for fitness and bodybuilding.  We talked about how Heidi first got into bodybuilding, how she overcame not only the physical challenges, but the emotional and mental ones as well.   She started her own business, Pose Pros.  Teaching posing for competitors looking to master their stage presence,  Bey...

We sat down with the wonderful, Laura Bethmann! Laura is a great part of what keeps Art Club moving forward.  We chatted about her amazing work in nature printing, watercolor, and illustration.  She is an award-winning artist and author, Laura’s books about Nature Printing are published by Storey Publishing, North Adams, MA. She has demonstrated her nature printing techniques on The Discovery Chan...

What a cool episode?!  Chances are some of you may have some of this week's guests' work in your house, and not even know it!  Sam and Don sat down with the wonderfully talented David Lichtenstein!   David has designed everything from watches, bags, SLGs and jewelry for such brands as Lucky, Juicy Couture, Kenneth Cole, Enyce, Ralph Lauren, & Michael Kors.    While at Michael Kors, he shifted...

We sat down with the amazing, Jewelissa!  Jewelissa is a multi-hyphenate performer based in South Jersey & Philadelphia, renowned for their theatrical burlesque, fusion belly dance, silk fan veil prowess, and more. You may have seen her at BeardFest, Lunar Faire, or Philly’s OurFest! She was a featured performer at the 2024 RVA Burlesque Festival. In addition to her work as a performer, Jeweli...

Whoa!  Fantastic conversation!!  We sat down with Dave White of Dave White's Music Loft.  Dave is an accomplished guitarist and music educator.  We talked about music, teaching, finding your people, and manifesting where you want to be.  Follow Dave White's Music Loft on Facebook and on Instagram at @dw_musicloft Please forgive the intro.  We didn't rehearse.

We had the pleasure of chatting with Matt, a friend from Sam's childhood.  After years of working at Starbucks, Matt went back to school to become a therapist.  We talked with Matt about his journey, a tough encounter with a former Marine, and being challenged by social interactions.

Don sat down with Michael Cagno, Executive Director of the Noyes Museum of Art at Stockton University. Through building innovative partnerships and inclusive, dynamic programming, Michael has made art more accessible and impactful across the region. In this conversation, we explore his journey, his collaborative philosophy, and the vital role the arts play in fostering community.

Wow – what an incredible episode! We had the pleasure of sitting down with Ben Ott, the owner and founder of Cardboard Arena. Ben shared how he's building a vibrant community through the power of gaming, and we explored just how important the social side of gaming truly is. We also dove into all things Magic: The Gathering – from the thrill of collecting and trading cards to the stunning artwork t...

Sam and Don sat down with Tom Burdak, Senior Gameplay Engineer with Epic Games.  We spoke with Tom about his journey from playing some of our favorite games to making some of our favorite games!  It's a conversation you do not want to miss.

Our guest this week is the amazing, Marjorie "Moxie" Sokoloff.  Moxie is the head of the theater department at Camden County College.  An award winning playwright and director, we talk with Moxie about her life in theater, what drives her creatively, and her and Don talk about some of their former theatrical productions.

Sam and Don had the privilege of sitting down with the incredible Kristine Goebel, Founder and CEO of Accompany Suite. Kristine and her team specialize in creating systems that foster healthier, more supportive relationships in the workplace. During their conversation, she shared her journey from her early days on Long Island to founding her own company. Kristine also opened up about her unique ph...

This was one for the books!  Sam and Don fanboyed (Sp?) out on this one.  Our guest was the amazing Daniel Horne! Daniel's work has graced the covers of fantasy and monster magazines, romance novels, children's books, the movie Crimson Peak, the Ninja Turtle/Universal Monster toys, and so much more.  We talked about his life in art, and what drives him creatively.  You can follow Daniel on Instagr...

What a way to start season two!  Jennifer Gordon is a dancer, choreographer, ABT certified teacher, producer, and owner of Allegory Dance Theatre.  We talk with Jennifer about growing up and her first exposures to dance classes, overcoming obstacles, how she uses real life experiences and classic tales to inspire her choreography, and Hope Dances; a program that brings the vast benefits of dance t...

Holy cow that was fun!  Folks, we have Heather Swenson Brilla on this episode!  We chat about her past career in food service and fine dining, being a social worker, working on her doctorate, and exploring burner culture.  Yes, with all of the other stuff going on in Heather's life, she is a coordinator of Playa del Fuego, a regional burning man event run by The Fire Pony Creative Society.  To fin...

Folks, get ready for this amazing chat with Delfino Falciani!  We take a deep dive into his highly creative mind, and unravel what goes into creating his amazing stories.  You can read issues of Dances in Exile at  Comics Fury - Dances in Exile and learn about his other creative ventures at Equinox Art Studios

Sam sits down with co-host, Don Swenson to chat!  Don is the president of Art Club Hammonton and founder of Free Art Friday Hammonton.  They talk about Don's early art memories, what drives him to create, and what keeps him engaging in community art projects.  Learn more about Don and his art at @donswensonartist on Facebook and Instagram.

Sam and Don sat down with the amazing photographer Leroy Hickman.  We talked all about his work, film, horror movies, music, and what has influenced him over the years. Learn more about Leroy on Facebook and Instagram at Ravendark Photography, and look out for the upcoming film Segments of Jonah.  You can find out more about this film on Facebook.

Wow!  Sam called up his friend, Amy Adams for an amazing chat! We talked with her about the winding road that lead to her first stage management gig, and how that launched her into much bigger roles in event management.  She has worked on some big projects such as Howl O Scream at Busch Gardens, and National Geographic's SharkCon!  Join us for an unbelievable hour of conversation!!

Get to know us!  This episode is a treat.  Don interviewed Sam and learned a whole bunch about his journey.  We talked about teaching, wrestling, growing up in St. Louis and Florida, and some of his plans for the future.  Sam has a core of creative energy that knows no bounds!