In this episode, Ben talks with Danny Finocchio. Danny Finocchio is a multi-disciplinary artist based in Easton, PA. A designer by trade, Danny has enjoyed a long career producing graphics, apparel, and footwear for brands like Mitchell & Ness, Reebok, and La Colombe. Danny meshes his diverse design experience and a love of experimentation within h…

In this episode, Elise talks with Florence-Susanne Reppert and Daulton Reppert from Poetry as Promised. Florence-Susanne Reppert (@schizo_trash_poet) is a neurodivergent, nonbinary poet/photographer from the Lehigh Valley. They run Nowhere as Promised open mic at Nowhere Coffee Co (@nowherecoffeeco), and they are the founder of Poetry as Promised L…

This week, Ben sat down with the band Food Truck. Food Truck is an indie/alternative trio formed in 2017, based out of Bethlehem, PA. They are comprised of Miles Hiebsch on guitar and vocals, John Mackey on bass and vocals, and Ryan Flynn on drums. You can follow Food Truck on Instagram at @foodtruck and check out their music through their linktree…

This week, Ben interviews Danny Moyer (@dannymoyer.artist). Danny is an artist, teacher, administrator, father, and so much more. He was born in northeast Philadelphia and raised in central Connecticut, but Easton, Pennsylvania is where he has called home for most of the last 25 years. Through his studio practice, he wants to make Art that makes pe…

In this very special LVAP: Backstage episode, we went to the Lehigh Valley Music Industry Information Share presented by Icehouse Punk & DIY. While there, we chatted with a few of those in attendance. Follow Ice House Punk & DIY for info on when the next LV Music Industry Information Share will be held! Here is a list of those interviewed in this e…

This week, Elise interviews author and poet Robin Gow. Robin Gow (it/fae/he & él y elle) is a critically acclaimed trans poet from rural Pennsylvania. He is the author of several poetry collections, an essay collection, and Middle-Grade and YA novels. Faer novels include Ode to My First Car, A Million Quiet Revolutions, and Dear Mothman. Fae works …

This week, Ben interviews Brandon Dominguez. Brandon Dominguez is a boundary-pushing contemporary artist navigating the realms of abstract and pop art. At the heart of his creative universe are the iconic characters Brian(the Brain) and Moonie(the Moon), who take center stage in his vivid compositions. Dominguez masterfully employs vibrant colors, …

This week, Elise and Elisabeth interview Larry Mason. Larry Mason, is a writer, musician, Theatre Artist, and Disability Advocate. He works within the theatre world to try to build shows that talk honestly about his history with Disability, and how to build a more accessible theatre experience. To follow Larry Mason on Social Media, you can check o…

This week, Elise interviews the incredible Arta Brito. Arta Brito is a classically trained oil painter who has studied with various professional artists in New York City. She’s worked for the world renowned Jeff Koons studios from 2014-2016, has had several group and solo exhibitions throughout the U.S. and is in the permanent collection of the Hun…

This week, Elise talks with jazzy drawing artist Doug Trachtman. Doug Trachtman is a 26 year old artist, musician, and food pantry coordinator. He grew up in Allentown, Pa, went to school at Temple University and is now living in the Lehigh Valley area. Doug began making art as a child and drew frequently until high school when he took drawing clas…

In this episode, our guest is Beth Raynock, the visionary behind Local Mama Catering. Beth shares her insights, techniques, and inspirations that have made Local Mama a beloved name in the community. Discover how Beth sources fresh local ingredients and highlights the Lehigh Valley's culinary treasures. Learn about the strong connections she forges…

This week, Ben sits down with artist and curator Elizabeth Johnson. An artist and exhibition curator, Elizabeth Johnson began writing reviews for artpractical.com in San Francisco, California, and later covered exhibitions in New York City, Philadelphia, and the Lehigh Valley for theartblog.org. She has written for artcritical.com, Artvoices Magazi…

This week, Ben interviews Lauren McChesney & Matthew McClanahan, the owners of Shankweiler's Drive-in as well as The Moving Picture Cinema. Matt has always known he wanted to work in the movie industry. He has a filmmaking degree from Temple University and has produced numerous independent short and feature films. After completing an internship in …

In this unique episode, join hosts Dylan and Ali as they light up and delve into the captivating world of Studio Ghibli. As the herb takes effect, they uncover hidden meanings and share personal connections to films like "My Neighbor Totoro" and "Spirited Away." Tune in for a hazy, magical journey that explores the artistry, symbolism, and cultural…

Dylan and Ali dive deep into the expansive and beloved Star Wars universe in this episode. As self-proclaimed "Star Wars nerds," the two discuss everything from the original trilogy to the newest additions to the franchise.By Steel Pixel Studios

This week, Kahuna & The Wasp talk about where the Jets went wrong, what they're looking for from them next year, and their predictions for the Eagles v Chiefs Super Bowl!By Steel Pixel Studios

This week, we talk with interdisciplinary artist, designer and arts administrator, Melissa R. Strom. Melissa R. Strom is an interdisciplinary artist based in the Lehigh Valley and New York City Metropolitan area. She earned her BFA in Studio Art and Graphic and Interactive Design at Moravian University. Primarily working with oil paint and found ob…

On Saturday, January 21st from 11am-3pm at Art Beat Café (@ArtBeatStudioCafe) in Emmaus a group gathered for a New Years Artist Get Together. They made artist trading cards, worked on some of their personal projects, had coffee, and talked with us about what they were most excited for in the Lehigh Valley arts scene this year! This event was planne…

Daniel Paashaus was born and raised in Coopersburg, went away to college. He studied English literature and writing at Temple University and Temple's Rome Campus. While there, he immersed himself in film culture, stop motion animation, and self-portrait photography. He spent time in New Mexico at the Santa Fe Photography Workshops and as a resident…

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This episode we discuss the NY Jets; Philadelphia Eagles, some Fantasy Football and we will give our Locks of the Week.By Steel Pixel Studios

This week, Ben talks with Christa Neu about finding connection through photography, Christa's career, and how the world of photography has morphed and changed over time. Christa Neu is a photographer and photo editor for Lehigh University. She serves on the board of Healing Through the Arts, a non-profit organization that provides information and r…

This episode we discuss the NY Jets; Philadelphia Eagles, some Fantasy Football and we will give our Locks of the Week.By Steel Pixel Studios

This episode we discuss the NY Jets; Philadelphia Eagles, some Fantasy Football and we will give our Locks of the Week.By Steel Pixel Studios

This week, we discuss what's going on in Week 4 of the 2022-2023 NFL season.By Steel Pixel Studios

This week, Ben and Elise interview Doug Boehm LIVE from Studio 248A at the Banana Factory. The conversation focus on Doug's career as an artist, how he developed his style, the meaning behind the colors and subjects he creates in his work, and so much more! Doug also provided the bass loops we used at the beginning and end of the episode! Doug Boeh…

SPOOKY & EXPLICIT CONTENT LIES WITHIN THIS EPISODE: LISTEN IF YOU DARE!!! In this special episode, we talk with Kiki Keyser from Mission Spooky about all things death and dying! More specifically, we talk about the history of art in gravestones & graveyards! In our conversation, we talked about gravesites around the world, in the state of Pennsylva…

Join us as we talk with adoptees and explore the individualized nature of adoption! This week, we hear the story of Tiffany, who was adopted at 2.5 years old. Tiffany was awarded Miss Pennsylvania for 2 years in a row and used her platform to bring awareness to adoption and foster care. You can follow Tiffany on Instagram by following @tiffany_seit…

This week, Bruce talks with Gloria Maynard, a Co-Founder of Network Lead Exchange, about the importance of networking in the world of business. Go to https://www.networkleadexchange.com/, call them at (973) 447-8702, or follow them on social media @networkleadexchange, or check them out on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/company/network-lead-e…

This week, Bruce talks with Gloria Maynard, a Co-Founder of Network Lead Exchange, about the importance of networking in the world of business. Go to https://www.networkleadexchange.com/, call them at (973) 447-8702, or follow them on social media @networkleadexchange, or check them out on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/company/network-lead-e…

This week, Bruce Ward sits down to talk about his documentaries, photographs, and time as a worker at Bethlehem Steel with Andria Zaia, the Curator of Collections at the National Museum of Industrial History. This episode was created alongside the National Museum of Industrial History as a way to uplift the prominence of Bethlehem Steel on the hist…

This week, Bruce Porter talks with Bob Michie of Metro MSP about cybersecurity and so much mroe . To reach out, email sales@metromsp.com, go to https://www.metromsp.com/, call them at 973-404-0190, follow them on social media @MetroMSP, or check them out on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/michiebob/. To apply to join an NLX chapter, go to h…

This week, Bruce Porter talks with Bob Michie of Metro MSP about cybersecurity and so much mroe . To reach out, email sales@metromsp.com, go to https://www.metromsp.com/, call them at 973-404-0190, follow them on social media @MetroMSP, or check them out on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/michiebob/. To apply to join an NLX chapter, go to h…

This week, Bruce Porter talks with Mahender Gorrai of the NLX Parsippany chapter about owning a networking group and the importance of expanding your business network. To reach out, email parsippany.campusdr@venturex.com, go to https://www.networkleadexchange.com/, call them at (973) 447-8702, or follow them on social media @networkleadexchange, or…

This week, we discuss what's going on in Week 4 of the 2022-2023 NFL season. Along with us is special guest, Mr. John Glass Jr. Glass played football at Rutgers University (O-LINE) and we had a great time hearing his viewpoints on this week's matchups and this year's most promising wide receivers.By Steel Pixel Studios

This week, Bruce Porter talks with Mahender Gorrai of Venture X Parsippany about owning a co-working space and what it looks like to be leading the future of the workplace. To reach out, email parsippany.campusdr@venturex.com, go to https://venturex.com/locations/parsippany-8-campus-drive/, call them at (973) 447-8702, or follow them on social medi…

This week Bruce Porter talks with Kathy Sheldon of The Growth Coach about their business and expertise in business consultation. To reach out, email info@thegrowthcoach.com, go to https://www.thegrowthcoach.com/, call them at (513) 999-9928, or follow them on social media @growthcoach_usa, or check them out on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/c…

This week we talk with Kathy Sheldon of The Growth Coach about their business and expertise in business consultation. To reach out, email info@thegrowthcoach.com, go to https://www.thegrowthcoach.com/, call them at (513) 999-9928, or follow them on social media @growthcoach_usa, or check them out on linkedin at https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-…

This week, Elise is joined by Eliana Vélez, a mixed-media collage artist who focuses heavily on self portraiture in her works. Born and raised in rural Eastern PA, with a Jewish mother and a Puerto Rican Father Eliana was inspired to create art that could encapsulate her specific experiences with adversity and trauma throughout her life. As a survi…

This week, Kahuna & The Wasp kick off our 2nd season with talks about the upcoming Eagles/Lions game, Jets/Ravens game, fantasy football picks, and the best prospects of the 22' season.By Steel Pixel Studios

This week, we feature a fun conversation between Matt Molchany & Josh Berk about local music, the importance of participating in the local music scene, and why accessible recording studios are important to the community! Josh Berk is the Executive Director of the Bethlehem Area Public Library as well as an author and musician in the Lehigh Valley. …

Join us as we talk with adoptees and explore the individualized nature of adoption! This week, we hear the story of Emma, an adoptee from China who was adopted at 9 months old.By Steel Pixel Studios

This week, Elise talks with Devyn Briggs & Katie Hovencamp about their work in the community and how it ties to their personal art practices. Katie Hovencamp received her BFA from Arizona State University in 2009 and her MFA from the Pennsylvania State University in 2014. Hovencamp has exhibited her work in numerous exhibitions within the United St…

This week, Kendal Conrad, singer/songwriter, and Kate Hughes, Director of Fig Lehigh Valley, talk about Kendal's music, inspiration, story, and so much more! You can follow Kendal Conrad on Instagram at @kendalconrad and follow her food page at @kendalsbites. Make sure to check out her new song, I Don't Need You Now, at https://distrokid.com/hyperf…

Join us as we talk with adoptees and explore the individualized nature of adoption! This week, we hear the story of Kathleen, an adoptee from Massachusetts who was adopted at 3 months old.By Steel Pixel Studios

This week, we talk with Rachel Peri. Rachel Peri is a lifestyle and portrait photographer as well as jewelry maker who operates out of the Lehigh Valley. In addition to being an artist, she is the current acting president of ACE, also known as the Arts Community of Easton. ACE was founded in 1999 and incorporated in April 2000 by artists, business …

This week, we talk with local musician Seth Witcher. Seth is a seasoned musician described as being "Current, contagious, and in demand" according to Pennsylvania's Lehigh Valley Style Magazine. He is the Season 2 winner of FOX 29’s “Spotlight Under the El,” and has also recently been featured on both WFMZ 69 News and the Q Show on FOX 29. Seth is …

This in this episode, we went to the opening reception for Anthony Smith (@ansmithjrnyc) and Doug Boehm's (@dougbohemart)exhibition Sweet Distress at The Art Establishment (@theartestpa). We talked with Ellen Flynn, the owner and general manager of The Art Establishment. and both artists about the show, space, and the exhibited works. We also talke…

This week, we kick off our 3rd season with an interview between Elise and Hannah Ehret! Hannah is a local artist and gallery owner who recently found herself back in the Lehigh Valley! She is a visual artist and self proclaimed mud larker with a master's degree in art from Fontbonne University. Currently living in Easton, Hannah is also the owner o…

Join us as we talk with adoptees and explore the individualized nature of adoption! This week, we hear the story of Ayden, an adoptee from China who was adopted at 1 year old. Ayden has shared her story with others before and you can find out more about her by visiting her website https://aydenlincoln.com/ or following her on Instagram at @aydenlin…