Best Crewest Studio Podcasts (2024)

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Thunderflix: Netflix for Metal with Samuel Douek 52:25

40m ago52:25

52:25

While struggling to watch a concert by one of his favorite metal bands online, Samuel Douek realized there was a gap that needed to be filled. Thus, Thunderflix was born, the world's first on-demand video streaming service dedicated exclusively to heavy metal music and its ardent fans. Samuel built his career as the founder and director of the Hola…

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The Haywood Community College Professional Crafts Program with Amy Putansu and Brian Wurst 39:36

8h ago39:36

39:36

Both students and teachers in the Haywood Community College (HCC) Professional Crafts program form a prominent part of the vibrant creative community in Western North Carolina, an area with a rich history of traditional craftsmanship. Today, you’ll hear from textile artist Amy Putansu and woodworking instructor Brian Wurst about the accessible natu…

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SNL Cue Cards: Behind the Scenes With Wally Feresten 1:07:47

14h ago1:07:47

1:07:47

Wally Feresten, iconic cue card writer for shows like SNL and Late Night with Seth Meyers, Explores his craft's artistry and his journey during the pandemic. He shares how he adapted to the challenges, starting his successful business, Cue Cards by Wally, and the joy of bringing personalized cue cards into people's lives globally. Wally also reflec…

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Why the Creative Arts Are Experiencing a Full-Blown Renaissance 21:22

7d ago21:22

21:22

Are the creative and performing arts experiencing a 21st-century renaissance? NOT REAL ART founder Scott “Sourdough” Power thinks so. “What's left when you've lost faith in your church, in your company, in your government?” he ponders in this week’s podcast episode. “What's left when you feel like all the fundamentals have lost their integrity and …

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Muralist Michelle Hoogveld: The Power of Color, Connection, and Love 1:01:57

13d ago1:01:57

1:01:57

Instantly recognizable and beaming with positivity, Michelle Hoogveld’s colorful, kaleidoscopic murals demonstrate the power of love, connection, and color. Her graphic, geometric compositions weave an intricate tapestry of joy and passion, the relationships we form with each other, and the one thing that connects us all: love. “I chose February 14…

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Kate Averett Anderson of Black Mountain College: Birthplace of the American Avant-Garde 1:03:35

20d ago1:03:35

1:03:35

Despite its short lifespan, Black Mountain College (BMC) left a lasting legacy as an influential pioneering arts institution that challenged traditional academic structures and fostered a unique community of creative thinkers. Founded in 1933 just 20 minutes outside of Asheville, NC, the college emphasized holistic learning and the study of art as …

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North Carolina: A Hot Spot for Glass Art with Candace Reilly 34:27

21d ago34:27

34:27

By now, North Carolina’s reputation as an arts destination is well known, but did you know that it played a significant role in the history of the Studio Glass Movement in America? Since Harvey Littleton first moved to the area in the late 1970s, Western North Carolina has cultivated a thriving community of glass makers and supporting organizations…

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Bridging the Gap with Danny Holloway 1:13:48

1M ago1:13:48

1:13:48

In this episode of The Conduit, we have a wonderful interview with Danny Holloway! Danny has had an amazing and winding road through the world of music, and during our conversation, he shares many stories about industry legends, his personal evolution, and the turning points he encountered. Danny is a former employee of Island Records, he also wrot…

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Moral Masuoka of Beautify Earth: Connecting the World With Street Art 1:06:25

1M ago1:06:25

1:06:25

In a world full of digital noise, street art can tell vital stories, rejuvenate urban spaces, and bring communities closer together. For over 10 years, creative agency Beautify Earth has collaborated with artists and brands to connect communities through murals, street art, and strategic marketing. Today’s guest, Beautify Earth CEO Moral Masuoka, j…

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What Does an Ethical Code of Conduct Look Like for Artists? 16:09

2M ago16:09

16:09

“First, do no harm.” Written nearly 2,500 years ago in Greece, the Hippocratic Oath and its principles hold a sacred place in the hearts and minds of doctors to this day. Traditionally sworn by graduating medical-school students, the Oath remains the gold standard for ethical practices in Western Medicine. While codes of ethical conduct are commonp…

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Katie Love of Laugh Gallery: Celebrating the Art of Comedy and the Comedy of Art 31:16

2M ago31:16

31:16

Editor’s note: Today’s special episode comes to us from our friends at Laugh Gallery, who operate under the Crewest Studio network of podcasts alongside NOT REAL ART. Despite what your parents told you, comedy is an art. Comedy writing is difficult, and crafting laughs is no easy feat, especially when the stakes are so high. “Funny” varies from per…

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The Intersection of Art and Healing with Wendy Neuman & Stephanie Munn 37:46

2M ago37:46

37:46

In this episode, we sit down with Wendy Neuman and Stephanie Munn to discuss the importance of art in building and strengthening communities based on their personal experiences. Stephanie is the Director of the Ferguson Family YMCA in Candler, North Carolina, and Wendy is a photographer, fashion designer, volunteer, and marketing expert. In our con…

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Graffiti Artist Man One Returns for the First Episode of the NOT REAL ART Podcast 19:52

2M ago19:52

19:52

As you may or may not know by now, we share some compelling creative conversations from the NOT REAL ART archives a couple of times a month. In today’s very special replay, we're throwing it all the way back with a truly historic episode: the very first one! As you’ll discover, it isn’t quite as polished as the podcast you’ve come to know and love.…

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John Houck: How Therapy Helped the Former Software Engineer Find His Artistic Voice 56:00

2M ago56:00

56:00

Former software engineer John Houck is a multidisciplinary artist whose work examines human perception and memory. From subtly folded and rephotographed pieces of paper to paintings of psychological landscapes overlaid with personal objects, John explores how shadows can act as signatures of both the condition and the limits of our experience, play…

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Confidence, Cohesion, and Team-Building: What Artists Can Learn From Dress Rehearsal 30:40

3M ago30:40

30:40

Performing for a live audience in a new, unpredictable setting requires tremendous concentration. The stage is bigger than your studio, someone sneezes or coughs, a cell phone rings, and your costume is way itchier than your practice sweats. How do you stay focused when your performance space is full of distractions and irrelevant stimuli? Enter th…

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Z-Trip: How ‘America’s Best DJ’ Pushes the Boundaries of Creativity 1:04:27

3M ago1:04:27

1:04:27

Editor’s note: Today’s special episode comes to us from our friends at The Conduit, who operate under the Crewest Studio network of podcasts alongside NOT REAL ART. In the ‘90s, rock was rock, hip-hop was hip-hop, and never the twain did meet. Then, at the turn of the century, a 73-minute, genre-bending bomb exploded onto the music scene, shatterin…

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An Artists' Journey through Artsville with Elizabeth Walton & Amy Massey 31:07

3M ago31:07

31:07

In this episode, we introduce two bright young artists, Elizabeth Walton and Amy Massey, who are making waves in Western North Carolina and beyond. Both Elizabeth and Amy recently graduated from Artsville’s First Virtual Gallery of Artists Cohort program, a digital and live marketing initiative designed to help artists succeed in the business of ar…

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Judy Baca of SPARC: Transcending Public Art With Participatory Neighborhood Murals [Podcast] 1:00:23

3M ago1:00:23

1:00:23

Editor’s note: An earlier version of this episode ran in March 2021 and has been updated with a new introduction. Historically, street art has been used as a powerful tool for community engagement thanks to its ability to transcend physical and social boundaries. In today’s special podcast episode, guest host and muralist Erin Yoshi sits down with …

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The 10 Friends Who Will Make Your Life Richer, Fuller, and More Rewarding 21:53

4M ago21:53

21:53

Birds of a feather flock together… right? As human beings, we are naturally drawn to people who look and think like us, but limiting our friendships to a homogenized group of people reduces our ability to see the world in all of its richness and complexity. Our own lives become smaller and less rewarding as a result. “If we're only talking to the p…

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Stained Glass Artist Amanda Maccagnan: Spirituality, Rebellion, and Alchemy 59:09

4M ago59:09

59:09

“Making artwork probably saved my life,” says mixed-media artist Amanda Maccagnan. “[It] helped me figure out who I am, where I was going, and what I was doing—and it continues to do.” Navigating the boundary between traditional techniques and contemporary influences, Amanda is rapidly making a name for herself as a rising star in the art world. Wo…

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A Guide to the Secondary Art Market with Lauren Brunk of Brunk Auctions 36:22

4M ago36:22

36:22

Artworks are regularly sold at auctions around the world for record sums of money, but today’s guest believes that auctions serve a greater purpose than just growing the highest bidder’s collection. Every object is an invitation to consider our personal and collective histories through the unique and often fascinating story it has to tell. Today, y…

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Artsville: Looking at the World Differently with Kenn Kotara 1:01:05

4M ago1:01:05

1:01:05

You might already know this, but here at Crewest Studio, we produce several different podcasts. One of these podcasts is Artsville, which celebrates American contemporary art and craft from Asheville, North Carolina, and beyond. If you’re looking to discover world-class artisans, artists, craftspeople, and makers, Artsville has it all: from paintin…

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Katie Love Banters With Sourdough 12:58

4M ago12:58

12:58

Katie Love and Sourdough take center stage for a hilarious, topical banter about Katie’s favorite Bible verse: “Fuck it”, ‘I’m with the banned’ t-shirts, and Chris Rock’s graceful reclamation of his power post-Will Smith saga. Katie crowns Sourdough’s daughter a Bread Carb Princess and wonders how Chris Rock feels about “middle-aged big girls”. Joi…

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Embracing the Power of Creativity in All its Forms with Teddy Margas 1:05:25

4M ago1:05:25

1:05:25

As part of our mission to reinvigorate the NOT REAL ART Podcast schedule in 2024, we’re not only introducing you to new artists every month but we’re also revisiting the archives to bring you creative conversations that you might have missed! In this episode, you’ll have the opportunity to reconnect with Teddy Margas, a charismatic actor, writer, c…

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Sean Grant 27:55

5M ago27:55

27:55

If our hosts were going to exploit anyone, they’d choose Sean Grant. During this episode, you’ll find out why. Sean might be unsure about whether or not he’s an artist, but he certainly doesn’t kick off his set with nearly as much violence as the comic he once saw using the term ‘pussy boy’ in his opening line. He knows a thing or two about how har…

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NOT REAL ART Publisher Scott Power and Editor in Chief Morgan Laurens: Year-End Holiday Wrap Party 56:25

5M ago56:25

56:25

Happy holidays, listeners! Welcome to our penultimate podcast episode of 2023. In our year-end round-up, NOT REAL ART Publisher Scott “Sourdough” Power sits down with Editor in Chief Morgan Laurens to reflect on the past year and offer an exclusive sneak peek into our exciting 2024 programming. From launching First Friday Exhibitions to hosting REM…

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Jackie Loeb 32:42

5M ago32:42

32:42

Jackie Loeb is one of those rare comics where the more you watch her, the more you realize that she lives in her own world and that you are just lucky to be there with her! Her humor is also extremely accessible and radiates with unadulterated kindness. That said, this hilarious woman is no joke and will take down anyone that stands between her and…

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Christmas in L.A.: The Story Behind the Song 1:46:01

5M ago1:46:01

1:46:01

While much of the country prepares for a frosty festive season, the holidays look a little different in Los Angeles. Imagine palm trees decked out with baubles and twinkling lights, sunny skies, and 70 degree temperatures. With Christmas just around the corner, our parent company, Crewest Studio, wanted to spread the holiday cheer, put some positiv…

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Symbiosis, Silkworms, and Ceramics with Andy Palmer and Vicki Essig 32:09

5M ago32:09

32:09

You wouldn’t think that a town of under 500 people could be home to a thriving art gallery, let alone two competing ones across the road from one another. But in Bakersville, North Carolina, that is exactly the case. Joining us today is Andy Palmer, who co-owns the In Tandem gallery with his wife Silvia Ferrari-Palmer on the main street, and Vicki …

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Tm Gratkowski: Why Creative Mastery Is More Than the 10,000-Hour Rule 1:09:30

5M ago1:09:30

1:09:30

What sets professional artists apart from amateurs? 10,000 hours of practice is the common rule of thumb, popularized by author Malcolm Gladwell in his bestseller Outliers: The Story of Success. Today’s guest, multidisciplinary artist Tm Gratkowski, believes that 10,000 hours is the minimum when it comes to achieving creative mastery. On today’s po…

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