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Making An Artist

by Making An Artist Presented by Shanna Shrum

A podcast that proves that inside everyone, lives an artist.

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Episodes

  1. It's The Break That Brings You Back With Guest Artist Rose Truesdale

    On to today’s guest Rose Truesdale is a writer, singer, freedom, pleasure, and magic seeker, founder of Creative Women Berlin, and creator of the Rose Knows Newsletter. In this episode we talk about creating rest, how the Inner Artist needs hospitable conditions to create in, giving yourself some...

  2. We’re baaaaack!

    Making An Artist, the podcast that proves that inside every person lives an artist, is baaaaack October 6th! Like, follow, share, subscribe, and catch up on past episodes and prepare to be inspired on October 6th!

  3. The Failure Episode with Guest Artist Jeffrey James Binney

    On today’s episode we have one of my dearest and oldest friends back on the podcast filmmaker, trailrunner, comedian Jeffrey James Binney is joining us again to talk about failure, grief, getting in over your head, and releasing a film during a pandemic. Enjoy! To learn more about Jeffrey follow...

  4. I'm Terrified. Let's GO! with Guest Artist DJ Lani Love

    On today’s episode we have the amazing and lovely DJ Lani Love. In it we talk about how you're never too old to start, being terrified but doing it anyway, and how every thing, every last thing has been done, but it hasn’t been done by you. Enjoy! To learn more about Lani follow her on Instagram...

  5. Own Your Story with Guest Artist Rebecca Kling

    On today’s episode, we have activist and storyteller Rebecca Kling. Due to the coronavirus, we had to record remotely on zoom, so pardon the audio quality. Despite the distance, the conversation did not suffer. In it we talk about cultivating empathy, the bogusness of the 40-hour workweek…

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  6. Soft Revenge With Guest Artist Sara Tea

    On today’s episode, we have multimedia artist, musician, DJ, and creative consultant Sara Tea. In it we talk about living in our soft power, creating with a chronic illness, cultivating real online relationships, and boundaries. Enjoy! To learn more about Sara follow her on Instagram here:...

  7. Your Life is Not An Emergency with Guest Artist Megaan Pelaar

    On today’s episode we have interior designer, real estate agent, connector, and Emerge Retreat producer Megaan Pelaar, in it we talk about rejection as redirection, daily practices, and good old fashioned spiritual awakenings. Enjoy! To learn more about Megaan follow her on Instagram...

  8. Productive Creative Differences with Guest Artist Amelia Hruby

    On today’s episode we have writer, podcaster, feminist activist, and Ph.D. candidate, Amelia Hruby, in it we talk about sleep as a non-negotiable, trusting your community, self-care, and making yourself uncomfortable. Enjoy! To learn more about Amelia and 50 Feminist States visit...

  9. Another Way To Be With Guest Artist Jeremy Owens

    On today’s episode, we have writer and producer of You’re Being Ridiculous Jeremy Owens, in it, we talk about growing up gay in the south, accidentally being and the emotional roller coaster of producing live shows and running marathons. Enjoy!! To learn more about Jeremy and You’re Being...

  10. Suffering is a Gift with Guest Artist Genevieve Diesing

    On today’s episode we have Genevieve Diesing, chef, writer, and creator of the underground supper club, My Back Porch. In it we talk about the power of limitations, suffering as a gift, doing things your way, and how fucking delicious her food is. Enjoy. To learn more about Genevieve and to sign…

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  11. Feel Your Feelings with Guest Artist Elizabeth Gomez

    On today’s episode we have Elizabeth Gomez, stand up, storyteller, and midwestern rube. In it we talk about her project Fat Heauxs, crying in comedy, letting go of your creations, and her circle of dicks. Enjoy! To learn more about Elizabeth please visit https://www.thatelizabethgomez.com/ Visit...

  12. Represent with Guest Artist Hillary Bachelder

    On today’s episode, we have Hillary Bachelder documentary filmmaker and director of Represent a documentary about women running for political office,. In it we talk about asking for money, rejection, more rejection, getting it all in writing and celebrating small wins. Enjoy! To learn more about...

  13. Everything is Worth It with Guest Artist Shanna Shrum

    On today’s episode. We have Shanna Shrum, creator of Life of the Pahty, this podcast, and creative coach to artists all over the country. In it we talk about creative annihilation, picking yourself back up, and balancing art and business. ENJOY! Visit http://bit.ly/2yjKVBB to purchase tickets for...

  14. Your Body Doesn't Lie with Guest Artist Danielle Chutinthranond

    On today’s episode. We have Danielle Chutinthranond owner and creator of Monsoon Pottery. In it we talk about how your body doesn’t lie, navigating capitalism and accessibility, and finding and minding your own business. Visit MonsoonPottery.com and follow Danielle at http://bit.ly/2O4IWWL To…

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  15. Available for the Invitation with Guest Artist Alia Walston

    On today’s episode. We have Alia Walston, an intuitive reader who focuses mostly on the modes of tarot and astrology. She is also an educator and writer. In it we talk about her gorgeous zine “Your Body is a Gift” (purchase here: https://squ.re/2y7o3VJ), holding multiple truths, being sensitive,...

  16. Put That Guilt In The Trash Can with Guest Artist Lora Miller

    On today’s episode we have Lora Miller, co-owner of The Martin Chicago in it we talk about creating accessible art for everyone, balancing multiple identities, guilt, and orgasms. That’s right mom! Enjoy! Visit TheMartinChicago.com and follow them on Instagram at http://bit.ly/2NHmXcR Visit...

  17. Wildly Strong with Guest Artist Sarah Azzouzi

    On today’s episode we have Sarah Azzouzi, co-owner of lost girl’s vintage in it we talk about what it was like to be a bossy girl turned girl boss, fashion as a daily creative outlet, and becoming vulnerable to wake up. Enjoy! Visit LostGirlsChicago.com and follow Sarah on Instagram at...

  18. A River Runs Through It with Guest Artist Jeffrey James Binney

    On today’s episode we have Jeffrey James Binney, former musical theater actor turned vegan ultrarunner and filmmaker. In it we talk on a river, like a literal river about what it’s like to answer the call of the hero’s journey from an ICU waiting room, realizing your childhood dream to live in a...

  19. Turn Your Butt On with Guest Artist Jenny Battenberg

    On today’s episode we have Jenny Battenberg: dancer, teacher, model and all around delight. In it we talk about growing up a carnie, strengthening your foundation, and everyone’s favorite: getting fired and having it be the best thing to happen for you! Enjoy! You can follow Jenny on Instagram at...

  20. Ring Ring It's Oprah Calling! with Guest Artist Meegan Czop

    On today’s episode we have Meegan Czop: owner of Great Lakes Yard a reclaimed lumber and salvage company. Armed with her art degree meegan has produced pieces for companies such as Bell’s Brewery and Cliff Bar to name a few. We talk about creating the job you want for yourself, taking your shot,...

  21. Living on Faith with Guest Artist Deanna Myers

    On to today’s episode, we have Deanna Myers: actor, aerial artist, and social justice badass. We talk about literally everything from coffee competitions, science, perfectionism, allowing instead of pushing, and self-care. You’re going to love love love her. Also, a content note, around the...

  22. Becoming More You with Guest Artist Lucy Wak

    Ok on to today’s episode we have Lucy Wak: fire dancer, video editor, sculptor, potter, DJ, and Drag KING. We talk about everything from finding your creative champion in Oklahoma, using art to become more of who you truly are, dabbling in the kink scene, possibly directing a porn, and I learn…

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  23. Consciously Uncoupling with Guest Artist Maggie Kubley

    On today’s episode, we have Maggie Kubley: singer, songwriter, actor, and member of the band Celine Neon which has decided to consciously uncouple. Maggie honestly tells us what it’s like to end a creative project, start fresh but not over, and still stay friends. To learn more about Maggie and...

  24. What's Your Fatal Flaw? with Guest Artist Tribble

    On today's episode, I talk with the hilarious comedian, host, podcaster, violinist, singer and self-taught cellist Tribble. We talk about overachieving, punching up in comedy, fatal flaws, and dicks. Obviously. To learn more about Tribble and where you can find her next, visit her website...

  25. It Takes As Long As It Takes with Guest Artist Ana Fernatt

    On today's episode, I talk with the lovely podcaster and writer, Ana Fernatt about letting go of old identities and what happens when one project ends and the next is yet to begin. The answer? Growth. Follow Ana on Instagram at http://bit.ly/2IlrkaZ To check out Ana's podcast Champagne and Snark...

  26. You Should Be Terrified with Guest Artist Kimberly Senior

    Holy shadizzle ya'll on today's episode we have the wonderful Broadway director Kimberly Senior. You also might have seen her work on a little network called HBO which you can check out here: https://itsh.bo/2HO9NE4 On today's episode we talk about how you absolutely should be terrified or as...

  27. Your Instincts Are Everything with Guest Artist Jessika Savage

    Do you want to hear what it's like to make art in a LITERAL war zone? Well, then you've come to the right place. Today's guest is Army Combat Veteran and Location Independent Graphic Designer and Art Director Jessika Savage. We talk about finding your leverage, Dana Scully's hairstyles, trusting...

  28. Let's Circle Back to Sade part 2 with Guest Artist Britt Julious

    In part two of my conversation with writer Britt Julious we discuss singer Sade, allowing space for projects to fully form, navigating trauma and creative flow. It's a jam packed 33 minutes y'all! To read more of Britt's work check her out here: http://brittjulious.tumblr.com/ Visit...

  29. You know you can do it: VOGUE with Guest Artist Britt Julious

    Today's Guest Artist is the wonderful writer Britt Julious! We spoke on the eve of her first piece appearing in Vogue Magazine. Our conversation was so long and delightful that this is a two-parter! In today's episode, we talk about what it took to get to Vogue. Turns out things like self-care,...

  30. The Layoff Episode! with Guest Artist Sarah Minnie

    Getting laid off is THE WORST. It's scary, it's sad and it makes you feel like a dumpster fire. But you know what they say! When Jason Momoa shuts a door, he opens a window. Listen as Guest Artist Sarah Minnie talks about how getting laid off became a catalyst for her career as a successful...

  31. The TSA Agent KNOWS YOU with Guest Artist Stephanie Jensen

    On the first episode of Making an Artist host Shanna Shrum sits down with photographer Stephanie Jensen. They talk about everything from imposter syndrome to the TSA agent affirming who you are. To view Stephanie's work and to hire her, visit www.sjphoto.virb.com Episode music by Lennon Bone...

  32. Making An Artist is Coming Soon!

    Shanna Shrum, creator of Life of the Pahty! has some hot goss: she's making a podcast ALL about the creative process. How do you become an artist? How do you stay an artist? What the hell makes you an artist? We're gonna talk about it all with wait for it...other artists! Keep your eyes peeled…

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A podcast that proves that inside everyone, lives an artist.

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Making An Artist Presented by Shanna Shrum

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