Sus Art Club
by Sus Art Club
Life through the lens of creativity. This isn’t just an art podcast; it’s a space for exploring what it means to live meaningfully, to see every choice as a brushstroke, and to realize that we’re each part of something bigger. Here, you’ll find stories, wisdom-sharing, and the kind of conversations that open up new ways of seeing and creating. Together, we’re making a shared masterpiece._________________________________Always looking for collaborators ! cuz collaborations are sus AF! connect + collaborate : www.susart.club
Episodes
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“Grief, Growth & Greenhouses”-FT Alex the Wizard .
Sus Art Club Podcast — Episode 1, 2026 In this beautifully full-circle episode, Steph welcomes her brother Alex ( The Wizard) —agronomist, life explorer, and day-one homie. They dive into presence, from the lessons of their late dogs to the rhythms of life and agriculture. Along the way: grief,...
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EP. 79 — Attunement & Recalibration Ft Christian M from Sacred Soma
This week, we sit down with Charleston-based energy worker and sound practitioner Sacred Soma Space(@sacred.soma.chs) to talk attunement, recalibration, and what it actually means to feel aligned in your life and creative practice. We get into: 💫 How tuning your energy is a lot like tuning an...
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EP77 — Ty Davis: Art, Hustle & Divine Order
This convo with Ty Davis was recorded a while back at Studio5, before the “In Loving Memory” show closed it all out. Since then, life’s done what life does — shifted, burned, healed a little, kept moving. This one’s special. Ty’s a painter, curator, community-builder, and the founder of Tigre...
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Ep 77: Prequel – Artist Talks from Studio 5
This week we’re bringing you a special field recording straight from Studio 5 at Redux Contemporary Art Center. “Prequel” was curated by artist Aaron Drummond as both a look back and a preview of what’s next — showcasing artists whose work bridges memory, culture, and experimentation. In this...
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Ep 76: Julia Deckman on Color, Courage & Choosing the Artist’s Life
This week, we sit down with Charleston-based painter Julia Deckman (@juliadeckmanstudio) — 2019 Lowcountry Artist of the Year, color-obsessed maker, and community-builder whose path has taken her from anthropology to art studios, retail experiments, and back into the heart of painting. We get…
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EP 75- Field Works : Artists Talk - In the Field: The Work Behind the Work
Welcome back to Sus Art Club — where we make creativity sustainable again. This week, we’re inside Studio 5 at Redux for a special Field Works artist talk, part of the August wall exhibition curated by Ty Davis and Tiguere Contemporary. Instead of just focusing on finished pieces, this show digs...
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Ep 73: Studio 5 Artist Talk — On Messy Art, Cultural Memory & Building Creative Futures( the Tiny MIC Version)
This week, we crack open a raw, funny, honest convo with four featured Studio 5 wall artists: Arun Drummond, Anna Rob, Kim Thomas, and Jakeem “The Dream” Hodge — hosted by Steph Frx. We hit record during a live in-studio hangout with the Blue Yeti mic turned all the way up (tiny mic version drops...
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Ep-72 Drawings, Boundaries, and the Space Between ft- Cara Fischer / @house.of.cara
Welcome back to Sus Art Club — where we make creativity sustainable again. This week, we sit down with Charleston-based illustrator and teaching artist Cara Fischer (@house.of.cara), whose hand-drawn world of bold black-and-white linework is rooted in imagination, play, and presence. We get into:...
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Ep 71: Studio 5 Artist Talk — On Messy Art, Cultural Memory & Building Creative Futures( the Blue Yeti Version)
This week, we crack open a raw, funny, honest convo with four featured Studio 5 wall artists: Arun Drummond, Anna Rob, Kim Thomas, and Jakeem “The Dream” Hodge — hosted by Steph Frx. We hit record during a live in-studio hangout with the Blue Yeti mic turned all the way up (tiny mic version drops...
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Ep. 70-Marcus Amaker - Flow, Fear & the Future We Create
In this episode, we sit down with Marcus Amaker — Charleston’s first Poet Laureate, spoken word artist, librettist, musician, minimalist, husband and dad — to talk about the radical magic of art, staying in the flow, and honoring the muse through every life season. We cover: The first time Marcus...
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Episode 69 – Anonymous Book Club: The Artist’s Way (Week 1)
Welcome back to Sus Art Club — This week, Steph is solo (and on video!) bringing back a lowkey favorite: Anonymous Book Club, featuring The Artist’s Way by Julia Cameron. We’re diving into Week 1: blocking, resistance, creative recovery, and how it all hits different depending on where you’re at…
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Episode 68: Cristina Victor on Identity, Impermanence & Growing Creative Roots
Welcome back to Sus Art Club — where creativity gets to grow slow, weird, and real. This week we sit down with Cristina Victor, a Cuban-American multidisciplinary artist whose practice spans ceramics, performance, writing, community building, and radical caretaking. We talk art school, studio...
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EP 67- Abby Duran @veranationgirl- Planting Words That Heal.
This week on Sus Art Club, we sit down with Abby Duran — award-winning spoken word artist, storyteller, and founder of VeraNation Writing. Known for her rich, rhythmic language and rooted presence, Abby’s work explores identity, advocacy, and what it means to speak your truth out loud. From page…
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66: Will Davis @tetheredwrdspoetry- on Graffiti, Poetry & Giving Yourself Permission
This week, we sit down with Will Davis — a poet, educator, and bilingual parent advocate whose journey stretches from graffiti-tagged notebooks in Brooklyn to open mic stages and international humanitarian work. His story is one of layering — art, advocacy, faith, family, and the hard-won courage...
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65: Wes of Eyeland Graphics on Skate Culture, Side Quests & Creative Grit.
This week on Sus Art Club, we sit down with Wes Pickell — DJ, designer, screenprinter, and founder of Eyeland Graphics, a Charleston-based print studio with deep roots in skate culture and DIY ethos. From suburban skate spots to art shows in Philly, and a garage-press turned full-blown print…
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64: Savannah Strickroth on Clay, Chaos & Carving a Creative Life
Welcome back to Sus Art Club — where we make creativity sustainable again. This week we sit down with Savannah Strickroth (@savannah.strickroth / @shop.studiojane), the ceramic artist and painter behind Studio Jane. From sewing puppets in kindergarten to launching her full-time art practice…
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63: Morgan S. East on Art Walks, Burnout & Building Creative Systems
Welcome back to Sus Art Club — where we make creativity sustainable again. This week, we sit down with painter, organizer, and low-key logistics wizard Morgan S. East, who’s been quietly shaping Charleston’s creative scene through both her art and her action. We get into it: ✏️ Drawing unicorns,...
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62: Riivo Kruuk on Murals, Myth & Not Waiting for Permission
This week, we sit down with Estonian-American painter and muralist Riivo Kruuk, whose work fuses folklore, graffiti, street culture, and personal heritage into one bold visual language. We get into: 🌀 How Riivo went from soccer to street art 🎭 The pressure (and freedom) of finding your “style”…
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Art, Consumption & Carving the Damn Path with Kim Thomas
In this episode, I sit down with Kim Thomas, a powerful multimedia artist whose work bridges climate change, nature, and consumer culture—literally turning single-use plastics into thought-provoking sculptures, installations, and prints. Kim shares her journey from biochemistry major to artist…
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Reflection & Function with Kela @keladreams
🎙 Guest: Kela @keladreams In this episode, I sit down with Kela, a fine art, nature-based multimedia artist whose work integrates analogue photography, woodworking, and functional art. Inspired by the natural world, Kela creates custom, one-of-a-kind pieces—framed photography, picture frames,...
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Exploring Creativity and Community with Shayn Green
In this episode, I sit down with Shayn Green, a Charleston-based illustrator, multimedia artist, and North Charleston’s first artist-in-residence. Shayn opens up about her creative process, the importance of seasonal energy in her art, and how her Geechee heritage and personal experiences shape…
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Threads of Creation: Thomas Hicks on Remixing Art and Breaking Boundaries
In this episode, we delve into the creative world of Thomas Hicks, a rising multidisciplinary artist who seamlessly blends photography, mixed media, and sculpture. Through his work, Thomas demonstrates that art is an ever-evolving conversation—one where reuse, remixing, and reimagining old ideas...
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The Art of Freedom: Breaking Boundaries with Ty Davis
In the very first episode of the Sus Art Club Podcast, we sit down with Ty Davis, a contemporary abstract expressionist whose creative journey weaves together family legacy, rebellion, and the pursuit of freedom through art. From early days of doodling to mastering portraiture and eventually...
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Episode 51- Creating from the heart - with Adelai Brown @theheartconnections
Episode 51- Creating from the heart - with Adelai Brown In this episode of "Creative Moxie," we sit down with Adelai Brown, also known as The Heart Coach. Adelai shares her incredible journey from adversity to empowerment, offering purposeful solutions for overcoming life's challenges. Her...
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Episode 2- Challenge, Inspire, Cook - with Connor Lock from STAAHJ
Episode 2- Challenge, Inspire, Cook - with Connor Lock from STAAHJ Get ready to tantalize your taste buds and ignite your creative spirit in the latest episode of Creative Moxie. In this captivating installment, we sit down with the visionary behind STAAHJ, Connór Lock, as he invites us into the...
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Dividends of Devotion- Atomic Habits by James Clear
During this episode, you will hear me speak about the book : Atomic Habits by James Clear. My experience on how this book basically changed my life and the story of how it continues to do so is held in these episodes. I tiled this episode Dividends of Devotion, because I have been exploring this...
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“ Finding Your Frequency ” FT. @Mechavoy
In this episode @Mechavoy and I go deep into the creative journey. We talk about how curiosity sparks creativity early on in life and if we choose to continue to engage with it, and follow it...Magic Happens. Connect w/ Kevin : IG : @Mechavoy Episodes hot topics and resources : Teachers...
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“ MF Creative Strategy ” FT. Alex Santiago
Today's guest : Alex is the "Down South Lead" for the New York based organization, 100 Roses From Concrete. He's a student coach and mentor for the 4A's MAIP, ANA MADE and Miami Ad School Atlanta's The Community programs. He has delivered talks at multiple universities across the country with…
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“The healing power of Self Love” FT. Angi @angifae Sanders
Today's guest : Angi Sanders is a living success story. She transformed her mind, body, soul, went from being a 500lb hermit to a 250lb water dragon warrior living her best life and working towards the purpose of empowering others to live their best life too. During this conversation she will…
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"Decolonizing Design" ft. Itzy @itzy_designs Ramirez
Today's guest : Itzy Ramirez is a seasoned user experience designer based in New York City as well as a danzante Mexica. During this conversation she shares her experience of becoming a designer, how deepening her connection to her Mexican ancestry has been an ally during this experience, and how...
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“Creative Courage ” FT. Nikki @callme_nikki Styles
“Creative Courage ” FT. Nikki Styles @callme_nikki Today's conversation is with my fellow creative sistar : Nikki Styles. During this conversation Nikki shares how she followed her inspiration from the east Coast to the West Coast and how creativity has been an ally for her during this journey....
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“ Romance & Creativity ” feat. Analise @ana.high.note Sisneros.
Today's conversation is with Analise @ana.high.note Sisneros. During this conversation we talk about Anas creative process and what inspires her to write, sing and build community. She shares how her connection with creativity flourished and has helped her navigate some of the choppiest waters of...
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“ Cultivating B.D.E. with C R E A T I V I T Y ”with “ The Unimpressible'' Chad Watson.
Today's conversation is with “ The Unimpressible'' Chad Watson. Chad is a Los Angeles native, who is not only a staunch hip-hop head, but a classically trained musician. He's a recording artist, songwriter, Lyricist and composer. Chad and I talk all about his creative process. He shares stories…
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“ Patience, Perseverance, & Humility. ” FEAT. Dan Olson aka @iseeyourmagic
During this convo Dan takes us through his journey becoming the person he is today, an artist, a mentor and a humble loving student of life. Dan shares so much wizdom. We talk about so many things, from his experience as a branding strategist working with huge brands to his experience co-creating...
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“ Life for love s sake ” FEAT. Giovanny Adalberto aka @growing_ascending
During this chat Gio shares the wisdom he's grown into throughout his journey. Gio tells us the story of how as a young teen he discovered his love for sports, how he almost lost his life in a car accident, how he was able to endure the road of recovery and how today he continues to pursue his...
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“Feeding your Curiosities” FEAT. Alan Burgmayer aka @alan_b_cookin
Today's guest is a Philly born and raised musician, athlete and general polymath whose love for cooking started at a very young age.He graduated with a Bachelors in History from College of Charleston, after graduation he continued to develop his culinary endeavors.. Alan talks about his…
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“Tuning to the Frequency of Pleasure“ FEAT. Tiffany Mertens @mysticmentorship
Welcome to Season 3 of the MF curious podcast! Today's guest Tiffany Mertens is a woman of passion and creativity, living a truly authentic lifestyle. She is someone who engages with the heavy, heartfelt work it takes to heal old wounds and patterns, someone who has found the value of exploring…
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“ The magic of breath ” ft. Pauly Nuttall @paulynuttall
Today's guest: @paulynuttall is a SOMA breathwork facilitator and founder of Reconnection Lab. His mission is to guide others through the process of reconnecting to the ability to heal from past experiences and learn to love ourselves for who we are. During this conversation Pauly shares his...
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“Connecting to your inner wisdom ” ft. Jessica Bouley @blissfully_be
Today's guest: @blissfully_be is an artist at creating/sharing beautiful ways of connecting to the breath, the body, intuition and higher consciousness. During this conversation we talk about Jessica's journey into becoming the magical woman she is today. Jessica shares insights of her journey as…
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“ Romancing Fitness into your life ” ft. Matthew Lombardo @mjl43
Todays guest Is the gay best friend you’ve always wanted and host of the podcast: I mean HONESTLY?!? With Matthew. During this conversation Matthew and I talk about our personal experiences romancing “fitness and health” into our lifestyles. Connect with Matthew: IG : @mjl43...
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“Self Love and Curiosity" ft. Brooklyn Willerth
Today's guest: Brooklyn Willerth , is a coach, content creator, artist, energy worker and a magical badass who follows her intuition towards what feels most aligned in each moment. During this conversation we talk about the journey of self exploration and how different self love and self care...
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“Birthing your Vibe" ft. @JUSTLIKEYOUIMAGINED
Todays guest: Wyatt Hagerty aka JUST LIKE YOU IMAGINED. Wyatt is a musician and video producer working to heal, inspire, and awaken himself and the world around him. Today we dive deep into how he found his dharma and how unconditionally loving himself and those around him and has helped him heal...
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“Shift your mindset & own your health" with Elliot Lance DPT @prime.performance.rehab
During this chat with Elliot, we talk about the details of finding and creating your own path. He shares tools and wisdom acquired throughout his journey as a human, an athlete, a doctor of physical therapy and a budding entrepreneur. During this conversation we will talk about how we can use...
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"Creative Adventure" with Connor Lock @7avisualcraftsman
During this chat with Connor Lock, he takes us down his creative adventure. He talks about how creativity lead him down a path of discover from an early age and how these experiences shaped him as well as the identity of his creative business. Connect with Connor: IG :@7avisualcraftsman web:...
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" Empowering Creativity" with Dominic DiMaria.
During this chat with Dominic DiMaria we talk about our personal journeys with creativity and ways we can choose to empower ourselves throughout this creative/ human journey. Connect with Dominic : IG : @dominicdemaria @soulmatter_la web: soulmatter.co In this episode, we touch up on many topics,...
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“ A Lifetime of Creativity “ With Colin Peterson.
During this chat with Mr. Peterson , we explore our personal journeys with creativity from two different perspectives. Connect with Colin : IG : @trimpottery In this episode, we touch up on many topics, including: Mentors Creativity Art School Patience Lessons from surfing Building tribe and…
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" Reflections and the New Year " with @brend_uhhh
New year appears to be our main modern cultural rite of passage, passage into another cycle. To celebrate this popular trend, my friend Brenda Cardenas and I talk about our human experience thus far and what we want to see, be inspired by and create within the compounds of this next Gregorian...
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Anonymous Book Club : "The Practice" by Seth Godin
Season 2 EP 03. EPISODE NUMBER 16 Anonymous Book Club : "The Practice" by Seth Godin Connect :Seth Godin During this chat with Session of the ABC ( Anonymous Book Club ) I share why I was so ecstatic when I read this book. If you are curious about starting a new product, if you have an idea, a...
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“Wild Spirituality“ With @ManifestingMaverick
Season 2 EP 02. EPISODE NUMBER 15 “Wild Spirituality“ With @ManifestingMaverick . Connect : IG : @ManifestingMaverick Podcast: Covid Chronic During this chat with Mav , we explore our personal journeys with spirituality from two different perspectives. In this episode, we touch up on many topics,...
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“Gratitude and Grace “ With Sabrina.
Season 2 EP 01. EPISODE NUMBER 14 “Gratitude and Grace “ With Sabrina. Sabrina is a devoted student of life who's mission is to cultivate more self awareness and compassion in the world. As a writer and transformational life coach, her aim is to share practical tools for a peaceful life. She...
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Life through the lens of creativity. This isn’t just an art podcast; it’s a space for exploring what it means to live meaningfully, to see every choice as a brushstroke, and to realize that we’re each part of something bigger. Here, you’ll find stories, wisdom-sharing, and the kind of conversations that open up new ways of seeing and creating. Together, we’re making a shared masterpiece._________________________________Always looking for collaborators ! cuz collaborations are sus AF! connect + collaborate : www.susart.club
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