Known for their down-to-earth conversations, each week, artist Laura Horn and husband, Richie, share their experience of making art, running a business, and juggling family life. Join them as they talk about the hot topics facing artists today. From finding your style to navigating social media, this podcast is packed with relatable stories and practical strategies to help you grow as an artist.
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This is 'Elevate and Create,' where we're figuring it out alongside you, one insight and one creative mishap at a time. Join us in this wild and slightly chaotic journey as we explore what it means to elevate our creativity and motivation to the next level. So, whether you're an experienced artist or just someone with a wild imagination, let's navigate this colorful journey Together.
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Jimmy and Brad are broker/owners of RE/MAX iRealty Innovations and they discuss topics that directly directly agents practice in real estate.
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Among The Lilies is the show for ladies who are tired of pretending and are ready to be real.
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Your weekly window into how the most impactful moments in politics unfold. From the Oval Office to the Clinton campaign war room to the hallowed halls of Congress to Maryland's Governor's Mansion, we bring you inside the rooms where the biggest decisions are made. Hosted by a couple of college kids still trying to learn how things get done in this complicated yet beautiful world of American politics.
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Actors Kerry Shale and Lucas Hare talk to interesting people about Bob Dylan. And lots of other things. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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161. Taking a Step Back To Inspire My Art and YouTube Channel
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This week, Richie and I chat about why it can be helpful to revisit previous art styles or processes in your art practice or business. This idea emerged as I've rediscovered and fallen back in love with the playful style of art from my very first online class, The Melting Pot. We also discuss the challenges we've faced in defining a style and appro…
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160. How To Find Your Creative Flow Again After a Break
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Breaks are wonderful and necessary, but they can also make it hard to get back into your artistic groove. This week, Richie and I discuss this challenge and offer practical guidance and encouragement to help you turn your creative drought into a fresh, exciting chapter. Discover the importance of taking that first step, embracing risk-taking, optim…
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Allegra Kirkland and Waleed Shahid: “Don’t count out the youth vote”
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Welcome back, flies! We have a very special episode this week, because we have not one but two guests!! First, we sat down with Waleed Shahid, a Senior Democratic Strategist and former Spokesperson for Justice Democrats, about the future of the Democratic party, including "The Squad." Next, we sat down with Allegra Kirkland, the politics director f…
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Jimmy and Brad discuss the practice of striking out unused conditions and how the contract is written.By The Hennessy Box
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159. Nostalgic Musings: Rediscovering the Joy of Being an Artist
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Is it nostalgia? Maybe I've got those rose-tinted glasses on again. Do you ever get the feeling that being an artist was more enjoyable before? Is all this pressure to do more and be on multiple social media platforms accumulating, taking away the joy of making art? Join me and Richie as we delve into these questions and explore how I am combating …
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Laura Barrón-López: “Reporting the truth is not always going to make people happy”
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This week flies sat down with the PBS NewsHour White House Correspondent and CNN Analyst Laura Barrón-López. Laura is a rising star in journalism who knew she wanted to be a journalist since she was 12. She began in local journalism in California early in her college career and, after graduation, moved to DC after receiving an opportunity to be a r…
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Dan Lamothe, Pentagon Correspondent: “There is always a deeper story worth telling”
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Buzz buzz… sit down with fellow flies Kenneth and Sarah to listen to an engaging conversation with Pentagon Correspondent and the Washington Post’s National Security writer Dan Lamothe. In this episode, Dan discusses how he made his foray into the world of journalism, starting with local reporting and moving toward covering the U.S. military, its p…
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Val Demings, Former US Representative: "Out of the ashes, I do believe good things can evolve"
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We are zooming in with another incredible interview! Val Demings is a profile in public service. Demings was Orlando’s first woman Chief of Police and served as the Congresswoman for FL-10, where she was a house impeachment manager for Donald Trump’s first impeachment and was there that day on January 6th. She was also on President Biden’s shortlis…
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158. How Becoming More Relaxed Improves Art & Life (Season Finale)
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Today, we re-explore the main theme of this podcast’s season: “relaxation” and how valuing more R&R has improved our art practice, creative business, and well-being. We also answer your questions relating to this season and set a realistic break and return date for the continuation of the podcast. As we head into this short break, we wanted to say …
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Jimmy and Brad talk about some situations where disagreements were had with other brokers regarding written counter offers.By The Hennessy Box
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157. 7 Mistakes to Avoid When Making Reels and What To Do Instead
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What's your relationship with reels at the moment? Many artists feel the frustration of spending endless hours on editing apps, searching for the perfect audio, and condensing messages into mere seconds. Both Richie and I have struggled with this, but we've had some breakthroughs recently and learned a lot about what not to do! Curious about our ta…
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Title: Elevate + Create: Navigating Creativity and Motivation Episode 7: Creative Risk Hosts: Laura Horn & Mike Hamlet Overview: Laura and Mike delve into the thrilling world of creative risk-taking. In this episode, they share personal anecdotes, insights, and practical tips on how to navigate the uncertain waters of creative endeavors. Laura and …
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156. Pinterest Mini Training: Get More Eyes on Your Creative Work!
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Are you missing out on the benefits of Pinterest? In the art world, Pinterest often flies under the radar compared to Instagram, yet it's a powerhouse for art-related content. Over half of my social media website traffic comes from Pinterest, where people discover my art, podcasts, classes, YouTube channel, and blog posts. And yet, I spend as littl…
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We talk about staging with Laura LeBy The Hennessy Box
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Machalagh Carr, Speaker McCarthy's Chief of Staff: "It was the ride of a lifetime"
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Welcome back to another incredible episode. This week, Flys sat down with Machalagh Carr, former Chief of Staff to Kevin McCarthy. Carr is an experienced legal counselor who served as General Counsel for the Speaker and office of the Republican Leader. Additionally, she has held numerous roles across a number of congressional oversight committees. …
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155. Where Do You Feel the Most Friction in Your Creative Process?
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When it comes to your creative process, what feels hard? Is it getting started on a new project? Or perhaps it's that final 10%, like varnishing and finishing a painting. Or is sharing your art with the world a stumbling block? We all have different friction points that need attention. Talking it out can really help, so come join us as we put our h…
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154. Old Art: Should You Keep, Transform, or Set Free?
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If you've been on this artistic journey for a while, chances are you've accumulated your fair share of artwork. From quick studies to finished pieces that feel a bit so-so, it’s easy to get overwhelmed with all the stuff! Should you keep everything, or are there benefits to clearing the clutter and creating space for new ideas? And what about reinv…
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Deanne Millison, Former Chief Economic Advisor: “It’s a Patience Game”
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Welcome back! Here to start off our season: Chase and Sarah joined our very first fellow, Deanne Millison! They had a lively conversation about Deanne’s experience starting off in law school and transitioning into the political sphere. Hear more about Millison’s roles as the Chief Economic Advisor for Vice President Harris, her work with the impeac…
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S4E3 - Title Insurance With Richard Horne - Airdrie Lawyers
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We discuss title insurance and other legal stuff.By The Hennessy Box
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Brad Raffensperger, GA Secretary of State: "There's Something True about Southern Hospitality"
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Hello Flies, and welcome back! It's a new year and time for a new season of The Fly! We have an exciting roundup of Fellows and guests this season and can't wait to get started. For our very first episode, Chase and Julian sat down with Brad Raffensperger, the Georgia Secretary of State. They had a fascinating conversation about election security, …
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153. Making Time for Art and Protecting Your Creative Energy!
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If there's one episode to tune into this season, it's this one. Today, we're tackling the challenge of finding time to paint when life gets hectic and competing demands, whether they be business admin, work commitments, or family responsibilities, leave you frustrated. Perhaps it feels like putting paint on paper is a distant dream. If that resonat…
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152. Creative Crossroads: Navigating Changes in Your Art Style and Focus
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What happens when you've developed an art style but you're not feeling it anymore? Or maybe you’ve focused on teaching art, but now you want to teach the business side of art. The desire to change is there, but concerns about losing followers, letting people down, or struggling financially hold you back. These worries are valid, but there are also …
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S4E2 - Photography with Yuki - Calgary Photo's
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Discussing everything about real estate photography.By The Hennessy Box
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151. Should You Share Your Art Process Online? Exploring the Pros and Cons
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There’s no denying the popularity of art process videos on social media, and offering classes can be a wonderful way to generate income as an artist. However, it's not all roses. From the issue of being copied to dedicating substantial time to editing and administration, there's a lot to consider when sharing your creative process. Today, we dive i…
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150. Aim to Be Average! The Hidden Benefits of Mediocre Days
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The beginning of the year is a time when many of us set big goals, but is this the best approach? Or are we setting ourselves up for failure? Whether you're creating art, launching a podcast, or making a film, not everything is going to hit the mark. Mediocre days are part of the journey. So with that in mind, could the answer lie in 'aiming to be …
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Podcast Title: Elevate + Create: Navigating Creativity and Motivation Episode 6: Refocus Hosts: Laura Horn & Mike Hamlet Overview: In Episode 6 of Elevate + Create: Navigating Creativity and Motivation, hosts Laura Horn and Mike Hamlet embark on a reflective journey as they share insights on refocusing the podcast. This episode provides listeners w…
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149. Does the Perfect Art Studio Exist? (We're back with a new podcast season!)
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Exciting news! We're back podcasting, and we're coming to you from our new studio! Join us as we reflect on the various creative spaces we've had, dive into the pros and cons of home vs. external studios, and share our thoughts on what makes for a positive studio environment. Visit my resources page for more details on my classes, YouTube videos, f…
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S4E1 Home Inspections with Chris Odd - Odds on Homes
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Learn about home inspectionsBy The Hennessy Box
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Podcast Title: Elevate + Create: Navigating Creativity and Motivation Episode 5 - Part 2: Navigating Career Transitions Hosts: Laura Horn & Mike HamletSpecial Guest: Casey Roman (Author of "Looking Up") Overview: In the much-anticipated Part 2 of Episode 5 of Elevate + Create: Navigating Creativity and Motivation, hosts Laura Horn and Mike Hamlet w…
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Podcast Title: Elevate + Create: Navigating Creativity and Motivation Episode 4 - Part 1: Navigating Career Transitions Hosts: Laura Horn & Mike Hamlet Overview: In the insightful two-part Episode 4 of Elevate + Create: Navigating Creativity and Motivation, hosts Laura Horn and Mike Hamlet embark on a meaningful discussion centered around the theme…
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Brenda Gianiny, President of Axis Research Inc.: "Voters Want Another Choice"
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Hello flies! We’re buzzing into Thanksgiving break with a brand new episode! This week flies interviewed Brenda Gianiny, President of Axis Research Inc. and a Republican pollster for notable Republicans such as Liz Cheney, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Mitch McConnell, Bush-Cheney 04, and more! We talked about Brenda’s experience as a pollster and how iss…
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Emily Horne, Fmr. Spokesperson, National Security Council: "The Changing World Order"
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Welcome back, flies! As Thanksgiving approaches, we have another great episode for you with one of our GU Politics fellows! This week, we sat down with Emily Horne, the Former Spokesperson for the National Security Council under the Biden Administration. She also is the Former Head of Global Policy Communications at Twitter, and the Founder and CEO…
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Podcast Title: Elevate + Create: Navigating Creativity and Motivation Episode 3: Finding Inspiration Everywhere Hosts: Laura Horn & Mike Hamlet Overview: In Episode 3 of Elevate + Create: Navigating Creativity and Motivation, hosts Laura Horn and Mike Hamlet embark on a captivating exploration of the boundless wellspring of inspiration that surroun…
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Craig Minassian, Consultant of The Daily Show: “Comedy is the conscience of the people”
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Buzz buzz, fellow flies! This week’s episode features another GU Politics Fellow, Craig Minassian! Darius and Sarah dive into Craig’s journey of merging the seemingly distant realms of politics and entertainment. Tune in to hear more about Craig’s experience as a producer and consultant for Comedy Central, MTV, ABC, and ESPN, working with Stephen C…
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Joe Hack, Former Senate Chief Of Staff: “I’m a radical incrementalist”
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Hello Flies! Welcome back to another episode! This week, we sat down with another GU Politics Fellow, Joe Hack! Hack graduated from Georgetown in 2009, so we were happy to welcome him back to the hilltop! Hack is the Former U.S. Senate Chief of Staff (Sen. Fischer, R-Neb.), as well as a Senior VP for The Daschle Group and the CEO of Swann Street Co…
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Carrie Gress is a Fellow at the Washington, D.C. based think-tank, Ethics and Public Policy Center and a Scholar at the Institute for Human Ecology at Catholic University of America. She has a doctorate in philosophy from the Catholic University of America and is the editor at the online women’s magazine Theology of Home. She is the author of many …
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Gabe Fleisher, Founder of Wake Up to Politics: “Listen to your audience”
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On this week’s episode, the flies buzzed into an exciting conversation with Georgetown senior Gabe Fleisher, the founder and editor-in-chief of the daily political newsletter Wake Up to Politics. Gabe discussed his experience with starting the newsletter, his coolest experiences as a reporter, and the accessibility of political news. He also shared…
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It's been a while since I've recorded and here I explain why. Thank you to all of those who have been praying for my sister Meredith. Her journey has been one of great faith over fear, God is so good! Please continue to pray for her!
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No, I promise your toddler doesn't hate you! From a topic discussed on our Among The Lilies Marco Polo group, I wanted to share with y'all why your toddler might be acting out and what we can do to help.
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Podcast Title: Elevate + Create: Navigating Creativity and Motivation Episode 2: Unleashing Creativity Hosts: Laura Horn & Mike Hamlet Overview: In Episode 2 of Elevate + Create: Navigating Creativity and Motivation, hosts Laura Horn and Mike Hamlet dive deep into the fascinating world of creativity. They explore the significance of creativity acro…
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Nia-Malika Henderson - CNN Senior Political Reporter: "We need to do better"
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In this episode, the flies sat down with Nia-Malika Henderson, CNN Senior Political Analyst and GU Politics Fellow. She discussed everything from the challenges of being a black queer woman in the media industry today, to the fallbacks the media had in covering the Obama and Trump administrations, to the significant changes she has witnessed over t…
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Episode 1: Introducing Elevate and Create - Starting the Journey Hosts: Laura Horn & Mike Hamlet Overview: In the inaugural episode of Elevate + Create: Navigating Creativity and Motivation, hosts Laura Horn and Mike Hamlet invite listeners to embark on a transformative journey of self-discovery and creative exploration. This episode serves as a wa…
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This is 'Elevate and Create,' where we're figuring it out alongside you, one insight and one creative mishap at a time. Join us in this wild and slightly chaotic journey as we explore what it means to elevate our creativity and motivation to the next level. So, whether you're an experienced artist or just someone with a wild imagination, let's navi…
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Ron Klain, Former White House Chief of Staff: “Look for places where you can bring people together”
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We are buzzing into a new season with an interview with former White House Chief of Staff Ron Klain! Beginning working with President Joe Biden in 1988, Klain has nearly four decades of experience serving all three branches of government and the private sector. His unmatched expertise was tested in the first two years of the Biden Administration as…
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In this episode we discuss the hot topic of incentive and inducementsBy The Hennessy Box
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