You Made It!: A GoggleWorks Podcast
by You Made It!: A GoggleWorks Podcast
You Made It! explores the journeys and stories of anyone 'making' something in this world. Ranging from pieces of art to new connections, Erica Emily, and Natalie (three co-workers at GoggleWorks Center for the Arts in Reading, Pennsylvania) are seeking out the answer to the question: what does 'making' it look like? To connect with us email [email protected]! Let us know your thoughts, your opinions, and your latest artwork!
Episodes
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Judy Henry
SURPRISE!! Emily, Erica and Natalie are back with a bonus episode featuring one of Reading's hometown heros--Judy Henry, owner and head chef of Judy's on Cherry! Listen to this spunky and insightful episode to learn more about Judy and the history behind one of the best restaurants in Reading!
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Mia Fabrizio
This week we welcome interdisciplinary artist, Mia Fabrizio, to the studio. We chat with Mia about the relationships between the subject matters of her work and her upcoming show, "A Seat at the Table" running from April 12th-May 19th, in the Schmidt Gallery...
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Juliana Delgado
The crew was very excited to welcome back former GoggleWorks intern and local photographer/artist, Juliana Delgado! Listen to this week's episode to learn more about the ins and outs of film photography, Juliana's perspective on art, and how to get out of a creative rut.
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Sue Biebuyck
This week we get to sit down with the GoggleWorks Studio Artist, Sue Biebuyck: painter of bears, leader of studios, and capturer of all things good in life. Check her out here at GoggleWorks (https://goggleworks.org/people/sue-biebuyck/) or at Studio B in Boyertown (https://www.studiobbb.org/)!
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Luke Voytas
The crew sits down with esteemed local woodworker, former GoggleWorks staff member, and newly printed author of the "Complete Starter Guide to Woodturning on the Lathe" -- Luke Voytas! Listen to the end to learn more about Luke and his mystery skill!!
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Joey Strain
This week's episode is nothing short of whacky, whimsical, and weird as we welcome local artist and GoggleWorks Graphic Designer, Joey Strain, to the pod! We chat about ALL the things, ranging from sketching strategies to what ant faces look like up close-- listen in to hear it all!
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Mike Miller
This week we welcome local muralist & champion of the community, Mike Miller. Listen in to learn more about Mike & his story as an artist in Reading. To learn more about how you can get involved visit his website: https://www.berkscommunitymurals.org/
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English Bradley
Two studios collide in this week's episode of You Made It as we welcome BCTV's English Bradley to Pagoda City!! We sit down with English to talk all about the importance of our community and the incredible access we have to information through local resources like BCTV.
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John Zabala
This episode of You Made It takes you on the journey of local rapper/musician/producer, John Zabala aka SoulPapi! We discuss the influences and impacts that the city of Reading, life, and cars driving by with their radios turned up have had on John as a person and an artist.
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Devyn Briggs
This week we get to sit down with our new Artistic Director, Devyn Briggs. Devyn is a multi-talented artist and advocate for the arts. On this episode we learn about her approaches to art as a medium, as a concept, and as way of life.
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Elaine Soltis
On this episode of You Made It!, we chat with GoggleWorks Studio Artist Elaine Soltis about the connections between energy and the arts.
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Marsha Upshaw
On this week's episode, we're taking you to the movies! We're joined by Reading Film Office's Program Manager, Marsha Upshaw, for a special episode highlighting the art of film, the wonder of story building, and the beauty of Brad Pitt's face.
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Welcome to...Season Three!
We're back and with a brand new look, sound and host!! We're so excited for another wonderful season of getting to know the makers in our community, check us out to learn more! -Erica, Emily, and Natalie P.S. Keep and ear out for a special feature from the first female Vice President of the…
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Maggie Gallen
When it comes to the philosophy of making, Maggie Gallen has the answers. From her time as a volunteer to her last few weeks as the Interim Programs Director, the veteran GoggleWorker maintains that it’s all about making with your head, your hands, and your heart. Listen in for the final episode…
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Suzanne Fellows
Integral to GoggleWorks' community, Suzanne Fellows SHOWS UP! She's a musician, an educator, an entrepreneur (Smartees Art), and a studio artist who knows her way around a variety of mediums. Oh, and she absolutely slaps on the banjolele! (Don't know what it is? Look it up!) Here's to you…
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2023 Summer Residents
For the first time ever, we interview not one, not two, but THREE artists! Listen in to hear more about the art and preferred sandwiches of our Summer Residents, Colin Pezzano, Kaitlin West, and Cooper Siegel. To see their work and/or meet them in person, visit GoggleWorks on Friday, August 11th,...
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Barry Steely
Natalie, Emily, and Lady are joined by the hilarious and talented, Barry Steely, in the studio this week. Listen up to hear more about Barry's wild journey from Berks County, to New York and back.
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Kristen Egan
On this week's episode we sat down with our friend, former co-worker, and GoggleWorks studio artist--Kristen Egan! Listen in for a great conversation about the realities of living and working as an artist, surviving art school, and calling the people who give you their business card.
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Paola Mateo
You Made It! is a place where we explore the creative identities of the people in our community. Paola Mateo is one of those people. This week's episode features, Paola, a GoggleWorks staff member, potter, seamstress, performance artist and so much more! Listen in to hear more about her journey…
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Anthony Vega
This week's episode revolves around weird art and simulations. What else did you expect?? Tune into the latest installment of You Made It! featuring artist and local professor, Anthony Vega!
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Joseph Cavalieri
BONUS EPISODE! A man of many residencies (formerly at GoggleWorks) and extremely talented stained glass artist, Joseph Cavalieri, visited us at GoggleWorks again! Over the course of one week at the end of May, Joseph taught a masterclass in stained glass AND joined us on the pod! Listen to this...
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Amy Sarig King
On this week’s episode of You Made It! we are very lucky to welcome, highly acclaimed author, Reading, Pennsylvanian, and all-around bad ass- Amy Sarig King! A recipient of the Margaret A.Edwards lifetime achievement award for her contributions to young adult literature, Amy (also known as A.S....
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Lucine Sihelnik & Saki Lahaniatis
We promise this post wasn't written by chat gpt...get your listening ears and ice cream bowls ready for community leaders and ice cream makers Lucine Sihelnik and Saki Lahaniatis!
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Bri Shimer
Messy minimalists unite! On this week's episode we sit down with GoggleWorks Ceramics Studio Manager & Alfred Alum--Bri Shimer. Don't glaze over this one and get your bisque on--it's You Made It!
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Margaret Pendleton
If you've ever wondered what James Gandolfini's ghost sounds like, this episode is for you. Check out You Made It! featuring GoggleWorks OG, Margaret "Murph" Pendleton!
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Welcome to... Season Two!
Welcome back to You Made It! Re-join your hosts, Natalie, Emily, and Lady as they catch up on all the cat adopting, plant encouraging, and dragon slaying, related shenanigans they got into during their hiatus!
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Jay Fritshaffer
If you've ever wondered how many minutes old you are--the season finale of You Made It! featuring our OUTSTANDING guest and sound engineer, Jay Fritshaffer, is the podcast for you! Tune in for the last time this season as Emily, Lady, and Natalie chat with their friend and colleague about his...
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Tiana Lopez
You want the buzz? Listen in to this week's episode with GoggleWorks' Garden Manager, advocate, farmer, beekeeper and our friend & co-worker, Tiana Lopez!
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Vicki Haller Graff
Put on your acting pants and arthouse film berets y'all! Lady, Emily, and Natalie got to "holla" at Vicki Haller Graff, a woman wearing many theatrical hats and *almost* Berks Countian, on this week's episode of You Made It!
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Scott Krenitsky
Get toasty with the gang as they chat all things hot glass with GoggleWorks' very own hotshop studio manager--Scott Krenitsky!
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Jolene Windmiller
This week Emily, Lady, and Natalie get to know Jolene Windmiller, multimedia artist, mountain ascender, and direct descendant of Abraham Lincoln? Follow along as the gang chats with another fabulous GoggleWorks Studio Artist!
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Theron Cook
Looking for an unwavering source of inspiration? "Don't Quit" and listen in as the crew gets to know local artist, and legend, Theron Cook in this week's episode!
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Sharon McGinley
Natalie, Lady, and Emily chat all things bear-shaped shadows and notes passed through holes in the floor with GoggleWorks Studio Artist, Sharon McGinley.
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Welcome to...You Made It!
Your hosts: Emily, Lady and Natalie get to chatting about their journeys as new podcast creators and GoggleWorkers! Featuring special guest Veronica, the three headed monster.
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You Made It - Trailer
Check out this brand new podcast recorded and produced at Pagoda City Studios in Reading, Pennsylvania! Join three friends and co-workers from GoggleWorks Center for the Arts as they navigate what it means to 'make' it in this world!
About this show
You Made It! explores the journeys and stories of anyone 'making' something in this world. Ranging from pieces of art to new connections, Erica Emily, and Natalie (three co-workers at GoggleWorks Center for the Arts in Reading, Pennsylvania) are seeking out the answer to the question: what does 'making' it look like? To connect with us email [email protected]! Let us know your thoughts, your opinions, and your latest artwork!
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