There's a Fly In My SEWP...

Somewhere, there's a photograph that hasn't become important yet.Sitting in a frame.Waiting.In this episode of There's a Fly In My SEWP..., photographer Meredith Chipps and I talk about creativity, preserving moments, and the strange journey from taking pictures for fun to being trusted with memories that matter.It's a conversation about photography, growth, and discovering that sometimes the moments we preserve today don't reveal their true value until years later.Connect with Meredith Chipps Photography:📸 Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/photography.mere/📘 Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61580988185017🌐 Website:https://meredithchippsphotography.mypixieset.com/Interested in booking a session? Check out Meredith's recent work and portfolio through the links above.Send us a message and let us know what you thought about the podcast!Send us a message and let us know what you thought about the podcast!

Making a connection through content creation. Psychic Medium & Intuitive Wellness Guide, Marsha Kreho, joins us to explain Project Rise... her exciting new production aimed at elevating YOUR body, mind and soul. Send us a message and let us know what you thought about the podcast!

From banging on ice cream buckets, to becoming one of the best in the business... Pat "Black Dog" Curtis is one cool cat behind the kit. You COULD call him the heartbeat of the heartland... I call him, one of my best friends. Send us a message and let us know what you thought about the podcast!

Athletes chase championships, romantics chase true love. Some of us chase financial freedom, and others the American dream. Once feeling unclaimed herself, Lanae Strovers lives her life "Chasing the Dead" and putting to rest unclaimed remains. Send us a message and let us know what you thought about the podcast!

You may know him as the Iowa Nice Guy, "Professor of Put Down." And though that part was played to perfection, Scott Siepker's creativity cascades well beyond a cast of one character. Hear how he's keeping the art of storytelling alive in Iowa. (And for the record... he actually IS a helluva nice guy.)Send us a message and let us know what you thought about the podcast!

Stop and consider how many calls occur in a single day. Business calls, calls with family or friends, even wake up calls and close calls. The question is... when LIFE calls, how will you answer? This is the story of one crazy health journey, and all the calls that came into play along the way. And I captured it all by simply reconnecting... with a call. Send us a message and let us know what you thought about the podcast!

So what's YOUR New Year's resolution? In one of my favorite Seinfeld episodes, Jerry proclaims "Anyone can "take" a reservation, it's the "holding" of the reservation that's important!!!" I guess the same could be said for New Year's resolutions... Anyone can "make" a resolution, it's the "keeping" of the resolution that's important!!! That's where Erin Wood and Sierra DeVoe of Body Shop Fitness come in. Hear how they can help create a healthy YOU in '22.Send us a message and let us know what you thought about the podcast!

I think all of us know, or have known a "T-Bone" at one point or another. You know... that BIG personality. But as it turns out, this particular "T-Bone" is a cut above the rest. So, what makes HIM so likeable? You're about to find out. And if you're lucky, this is one "T-Bone" you also call "friend."Send us a message and let us know what you thought about the podcast!

Pass the Syrup! Delaney Evers joins us to share her city's recipe for success, and the ingredients needed to break a Guinness World Record.Send us a message and let us know what you thought about the podcast!

If you build it... they will ROCK! What do you see in a piece of wood? On this episode, the life of a luthier as we plug in and pluck down on a piece of hand-made heaven. Send us a message and let us know what you thought about the podcast!

I went fishing for a story, and landed a pretty good one. So good, in fact, it may just get you "hooked" on helping others. Send us a message and let us know what you thought about the podcast!

The concerts, the crowds, the corndogs! You bet your blue ribbons the Iowa State Fair is back... and better than ever. State Fair Marketing Director Mindy Williamson joins us for a sneak peek at what this year's fair has to offer.Send us a message and let us know what you thought about the podcast!

Are you the artist? Or are you the scientist? It's amazing how differently we all look at the exact same thing. So how do we maneuver hole to hole while avoiding the hazards? Golf instructor John Shawver shares some lessons he's learned both on and off the course... maybe he can help YOUR game of life? Send us a message and let us know what you thought about the podcast!

Sprint cars and coffee. It may sound like an odd combination, but nothing is out of the ordinary... when you're born to fly.  For Jaslyn, it's more than just going fast... this is all about family. Send us a message and let us know what you thought about the podcast!

From the lightest of light, to the darkest of dark, and the shades of gray that fall in between.  Amy Putney Koenig shares her creative journey, and gives a look at life through the eyes of an artist. Send us a message and let us know what you thought about the podcast!

Bill was bitten by this winged bug decades ago, and I'm happy to announce, he's yet to recover. Walk with us through the National Sprint Car Hall of Fame & Museum... where cars, creativity, and a collection of memories collide. Send us a message and let us know what you thought about the podcast!

A camp with no campfire, but rather, a creative spark that's igniting art in Iowa.  Camp co-founders James Biehn and Dan "Doc" Heffron  share their musical journey,  as kids and culture take center stage.  Where was this when I was young?!?!Send us a message and let us know what you thought about the podcast!

Home is where the heart is. On this episode, hear how Habitat for Humanity is helping build the American dream with hammers, hard work, and some helping hands. Now THAT'S creativity with a cause! Send us a message and let us know what you thought about the podcast!

A dream well choreographed. On this episode, we shine the spotlight on a dance company, where family is the feature performance. Send us a message and let us know what you thought about the podcast!

If the creativity bug bites, what "wood" you do? One thing's for certain... you'd better watch your head! Send us a message and let us know what you thought about the podcast!

The drummer. Hammer of the Gods. The unsung hero who holds it all together. On this episode, we kick it with SUPERCHIEF drummer Ryan Marcum, and shine a spotlight on the heart of rock and roll. Send us a message and let us know what you thought about the podcast!

At what point does loving art take on an art form all of its own? Maybe my friend Lon can help answer that question... and maybe he can help us all learn to appreciate the important things in life. Send us a message and let us know what you thought about the podcast!

One afternoon while surfing the web, I ran across a video that not only made my day... it made me think. What IS the price of a smile?  Send us a message and let us know what you thought about the podcast!

From cars, to coasters, to creativity... it's a journalistic journey Steve calls "the greatest occupation in the world." Sit back and enjoy the ride with us!Send us a message and let us know what you thought about the podcast!

When you pull the plug on a party planned for 1.1 million people, you can bet there's a HECK of a lot more involved than just calling off the corn dogs. Send us a message and let us know what you thought about the podcast!

On this episode we take 3 different looks at what life is like when the lights go out. Special thanks to Dan Ketelsen, Dawn Peters, and Jill Dykstra for sharing their stories following a storm that was far from the norm. And a HUGE thanks to all the men & women who work night and day to get us all powered back up!Send us a message and let us know what you thought about the podcast!

A California kid with a nose for news... Rheya Spigner's creative conquest landed her in the land of corn. It just goes to show, sometimes dreams take you where you least expect. Send us a message and let us know what you thought about the podcast!

Apply the brakes and remove the helmet... and you'll quickly realize there's more to McKenna Haase than four wheels and going fast. Send us a message and let us know what you thought about the podcast!

How does a guy from Iowa go from sidewalk salesman to owner of THE GREATEST STORE IN THE UNIVERSE? It all started with one t-shirt.Send us a message and let us know what you thought about the podcast!

For years he's fronted one of the most successful bands in Iowa. From House of Large Sizes to love of small business, Dave Deibler joins us to talk decibels & dollars. Send us a message and let us know what you thought about the podcast!

Eric Hanson of KCCI joins us in the Hot SEWP studio to talk about what makes him tick, both on and off the TV. This is an Iowa guy who's been in every nook and cranny of our wonderful state. He's shared many of our stories, I think it's time we shared a little bit of his.Send us a message and let us know what you thought about the podcast!

When the gold is flowin', keep the mics hot and the tape machine rollin'. I hope all of you are lucky enough to know someone who's stories never seem to grow old. That's what I discovered as our conversation with Andrew Fleming of Brother Trucker continues... Send us a message and let us know what you thought about the podcast!

From songwriting to stories of the road, we take a deep dive into the mind of Andrew Fleming. Hear how Brother Trucker came to be, and, well gosh... let's just leave it at this... ANDREW IS JUST A FUN GUY TO LISTEN TO! Be it on stage, or in the studio, Andrew always seems to know the right story to share. Send us a message and let us know what you thought about the podcast!

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