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How can art inspire climate action?In this episode of Artful Impact, Ekaterina Sky sits down with Barbara Veiga, a Brazilian artist, journalist, and environmental activist whose work spans over 85 countries and seven seas.From organizing beach cleanups as a teenager in Rio to living at sea for seven years and collaborating with organizations like Greenpeace and Sea Shepherd, Barbara has transformed her lived experiences into powerful installations, performances, photography, and storytelling.We explore how art communicates beyond language, how local action becomes global impact, and how artists can turn climate grief into hope and collective change.If you believe creativity can help protect the planet, this conversation is for you.Subscribe to Artful Impact for more conversations at the intersection of art, activism, and environmental leadership.🔗 Connect with our Host Ekaterina Sky Instagram: ⁠@ekaterina.sky.art⁠ Website: ⁠ekaterina-sky.com⁠🔗 Our Guest https://www.barbaraveiga.com Instagram: @barbaraveigaofficial🔗 Follow Artful Impact Podcast Instagram: ⁠@artful.impact⁠ Website: Artfulimpact.us🎬 Podcast Team Host: ⁠@ekaterina.sky.art⁠ Guest: @xxlilarose Director: ⁠@camararollin⁠ Videographer: ⁠@adariowayne⁠

What does success really mean, and who decided the rules?In this episode of Artful Impact, Ekaterina Sky sits down with Joshua Scott Onysko, a plant based chef, self taught perfumer, skincare innovator, visual artist, and a pioneer of plastic free consumer brands.Joshua questions the idea of the American Dream and whether constant accumulation and consumption truly bring fulfillment, or simply keep us distracted. Instead, he shares a grounded and refreshingly honest philosophy for life and work: have fun, stay authentic, and do it plastic free.Together, they explore how purpose becomes the thread that connects many creative paths, why focus is one of the biggest challenges artists face, and how businesses can create real environmental impact without greenwashing or compromising their values.In this conversation, you will hear about:Why authenticity matters more than traditional definitions of successHow purpose brings clarity to scattered creativityWhat it really takes to build plastic free productsWhy Gen Z is demanding real solutions instead of marketingHow to consume less while supporting better, more ethical brandsThe role artists play in shaping culture and sustainabilityWhy now is one of the best times in history to start an impact driven businessHow AI can support creativity without replacing the human voiceJoshua also shares personal reflections on meditation, regret, focus, nutrition, and what it takes to stay aligned while scaling a mission driven brand.This episode is for artists, entrepreneurs, and changemakers who want to build a future rooted in integrity, creativity, and care for the planet.About Artful ImpactArtful Impact is a podcast exploring how art, creativity, and conscious leadership can shape culture and create meaningful change in the world.If this conversation resonated with you, subscribe to Artful Impact for more honest and inspiring conversations, and share this episode with someone who is questioning what success really means.🔗 Connect with Ekaterina Sky Instagram: ⁠@ekaterina.sky.art⁠ Website: ⁠ekaterina-sky.com⁠🔗 Follow Artful Impact Podcast Instagram: ⁠@artful.impact⁠ Werbsite: www.artfulimpact.us Guest instagram:  @joshua.scott.onysko Founder of: @firmora_labs @alpine.provisions @unjeudechecs

What if fundraising wasn’t about asking for money but about helping people feel something real?In this episode of Artful Impact I sit down with my dear friend Megan Lane for a heartfelt conversation about art trust and the quiet ways creativity changes people. Megan is a Director of Development who has spent years working alongside artists donors and cultural institutions helping build relationships that last not through pressure but through presence.We talk about how art gives people language for what they feel especially children who have never been taught how to express themselves. We reflect on moments inside museums and performances where something shifts where people soften open up and remember their shared humanity.Megan shares what she has learned from years of fundraising in the arts why relationships matter more than numbers how donors become allies when they can see and feel impact and why staying connected to your values is essential especially when survival mode creeps in.This episode is for artists fundraisers nonprofit leaders and anyone who believes art is not extra it is essential.Art does not just support institutions It supports peopleThank you for listening🤍 GUESTMegan Lane: https://www.linkedin.com/in/megan-lane-50b89211aDirector of Development at BODYTRAFFIC🎧 LISTEN TO ARTFUL IMPACTSpotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/show/4yLCF9N2CofHjk7HSkPPdAApple Podcastshttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/artful-impact-with/id1846953526📲 FOLLOWArtful Impact Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/artful.impact/Artful Impact TikTokhttps://urlgeni.us/tiktok/byF3H5Ekaterina Skyhttps://ekaterina-sky.comLife Force Projecthttps://ourlifeforce.org🎬 CREDITSHostEkaterina SkyDirector Camara Rauen Filming Derren Tre

In this episode of Artful Impact, Ekaterina Sky sits down with Laura Delhauer, a transformational performer and environmental storyteller using theater, humor, and vulnerability to inspire climate action and collective healing.Laura shares the origin of her performance Hi, Mom, why impactful art requires vulnerability, and how humor can reach people when fear and despair shut them down. Together, they explore art as service, the difference between art and therapy, belonging, grief, and why live performance can change behavior even in unexpected audiences.This conversation is for artists, creatives, and changemakers who believe art can open hearts and move people toward real change.Topics include:• Impact art and climate storytelling• Humor as a tool for change• Art, healing, and belonging• Theater vs preaching• Creating hope without denialFollow Artful Impact for more conversations at the intersection of art, healing, and climate action.🎧 Artful Impact PodcastWebsite: https://artfulimpact.us 🎧 Apple Podcastshttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/artful-impact-with/id1846953526🎧 Spotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/show/4yLCF9N2CofHjk7HSkPPdA?si=d78bb2e684f84303📱 TikTokhttps://urlgeni.us/tiktok/byF3H5Laura's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lauradelhauer📸 Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/artful.impact/

In this episode of Artful Impact, host Ekaterina Sky sits down with Danielle Eubank, an internationally acclaimed painter and expedition artist who became the first person to paint all five of the planet’s oceans through her 20-year project One Artist, Five Oceans.Danielle shares how a series of unexpected “accidents” led her to find her voice through painting water,  a subject that is never still, never the same, and difficult to name. Through stories of falling down a mountain, living in a small fishing village, and painting beside the sea day after day, she reflects on how stillness, observation, and presence shape both art and environmental action.Together, they explore:Why water invites calm even though it’s always movingHow slowing down helps us reconnect with imagination and clarityWhy art must first create passion before it can inspire actionThe importance of collaboration between artists, scientists, and explorersHow pausing in nature resets the nervous system and fuels creativityThis conversation is a reminder that art doesn’t need to shout to create impact. Sometimes, its greatest power lies in helping us pause, breathe, and feel, so that meaningful action can follow.LISTEN & FOLLOW ARTFUL IMPACT🎧 Spotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/show/4yLCF9N2CofHjk7HSkPPdA🎧 Apple Podcastshttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/artful-impact-with-ekaterina-sky/id1846953526Instagram: Artful Impacthttps://www.instagram.com/artful.impact/TikTok: Artful Impacthttps://urlgeni.us/tiktok/byF3H5GUEST: DANIELLE EUBANK Websitehttps://danielleeubank.comInstagramhttps://www.instagram.com/eubankart/HOST: EKATERINA SKYWebsitehttps://ekaterina-sky.comInstagramhttps://www.instagram.com/ekaterina.sky.art/🎙 Artful Impact Podcasthttps://www.artfulimpact.us SUPPORT THE MISSIONLearn more about impact art, environmental storytelling, and how creativity can inspire action:https://ekaterina-sky.com | Ourlifeforce.org

Shawn Sweeney has spent more than fifteen years working alongside Dr Jane Goodall, supporting youth movements, community centered conservation, and narrative work that helps people truly feel their agency. Together we talk about:• How hope drives action and why people act more when they believe change is possible• What Jane Goodall taught him about listening, compassion, and storytelling• Why creativity is essential in shifting culture and reimagining the future• Real stories from the field including community transformation and behavior change campaigns• The role artists play in resisting apathy, building community, and inspiring collective healing• Our shared experience creating the Prayer for the Earth mural after the Altadena fires• Why imagination is one of the most powerful climate solutions we haveThis conversation is a reminder that even in difficult times, art, story, and shared purpose can bring us back to hope, and that hope can move mountains.If you care about climate, creativity, justice, or the future of humanity, this episode will stay with you.Spotify → ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/7E5rH9X...Apple Podcasts → ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...YouTube → ⁠   / @artfulimpact  Learn more about Ekaterina's mission and projects:⁠www.ekaterina-sky.com⁠⁠www.ourlifeforce.org⁠💫 Follow the journey on Instagram:Host: ⁠@ekaterina.sky.art⁠Guest:  ⁠@sjsweeneyPodcast: ⁠@artful.impact⁠Director: ⁠@camararollin⁠Videographer: ⁠@adariowayne⁠Filmed at the Ground Floor in Los Angeles

In this episode of Artful Impact, Ekaterina Sky sits down with Chanel Powe, an Arizona-based political organizer, former school board member, and lifelong advocate for equity. Chanel has a rare gift: she builds bridges between artists, policymakers, and communities who don’t often meet, reminding us that real change happens when everyone has a seat at the table.We talk about:How art shapes policy, equity, and public opinionWhy artists belong in political spacesWhat true inclusion means in creative and civic lifeThe healing power of storytelling during times of griefHow communities rebuild, like the Altadena Prayer for the Earth mural after the recent firesThis conversation is honest, emotional, and full of hope. Chanel shares what it means to “stand in the gap” as an elected official, and why she believes artists are essential to shaping a just and sustainable future.A big thank you to Elected Official to Protect America for making this episode possible 🎧 Listen on:Spotify → ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/7E5rH9XbZgQArtfulImpact⁠Apple Podcasts → ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/artful-impact/id1699096481⁠YouTube → ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@artfulImpactLearn more about Ekaterina's mission and projects:⁠www.ekaterina-sky.com⁠⁠www.ourlifeforce.org⁠Follow the journey on Instagram:Host: ⁠@ekaterina.sky.art⁠Guest:  ⁠@channelpoweazPodcast: ⁠@artful.impact⁠Director: ⁠@camararollin⁠Videographer: ⁠@adariowayne⁠Suporting organization: ⁠@eopamerica⁠.

In this episode, Ekaterina Sky sits down with Dax Dasilva, artist, author, and founder of Age of Union for a conversation that feels both grounding and uplifting.They talk about how faith, art, and technology can come together to help us reconnect with what truly matters: the Earth. Dax shares how he went from leading one of Canada’s top tech companies to dedicating his life to protecting the planet and what it means to walk a spiritual path in a modern, fast-moving world.This is a story about rediscovering purpose, listening to the quiet wisdom of nature, and finding beauty in the balance between innovation and intuition.🎧 If you’ve ever wondered how your creativity and spirituality can be part of healing the Earth, this conversation is for you.

In this episode of Artful Impact, Ekaterina Sky sits down with Mayor Marcus Muhammad of Benton Harbor, Michigan a visionary leader who turned a water crisis into a movement of healing, collaboration, and renewal. His story reminds us that leadership, much like art, is an act of creation shaping trust, unity, and hope from challenge.We explore how transparency and humility can transform fear into faith, and how art, storytelling, and music serve as bridges between people, politics, and purpose. This conversation reveals that the same energy that flows through a painting or a song can also flow through public service, when it’s guided by love.This episode was recorded during EOPA public leadership certification training in Washington DC. 🎧 Listen on:Spotify → https://open.spotify.com/show/7E5rH9XbZgQArtfulImpactApple Podcasts → https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/artful-impact/id1699096481YouTube → https://www.youtube.com/@ArtfulImpactLearn more about Ekaterina's mission and projects:www.ekaterina-sky.comourlifeforce.org💫 Follow the journey on Instagram:Host: @ekaterina.sky.artGuest:  @Marcus4polyticsPodcast: @artful.impactDirector: @camararollinVideographer: @adariowayneSuporting organization: @eopamerica

Mental health is at the heart of how we show up for ourselves, our art, and our communities. In this episode of the Artful Impact Podcast, Ekaterina Sky (@ekaterina.sky.art) speaks with Camara Rauen (@camararollin) — a mental health empowerment speaker, podcast producer, and creative communication facilitator.Together they explore how personal storytelling can break stigma, create connection, and inspire healing. Camara shares her journey of blending advocacy with creativity, and how we can all use our voices with intention to support mental well-being, build resilience, and create spaces where people feel seen and heard.🎙 Tune in for an honest conversation about vulnerability, empowerment, and the role of art and storytelling in mental health.🔗 Connect with Ekaterina Sky Instagram: ⁠@ekaterina.sky.art⁠ Website: ⁠ekaterina-sky.com⁠🔗 Follow Artful Impact Podcast Instagram: ⁠@artful.impact⁠🎬 Podcast Team Host: ⁠@ekaterina.sky.art⁠ Guest and Director: ⁠@camararollin⁠ Videographer: ⁠@adariowayne⁠

🎙️ In this episode of Artful Impact, I sit down with award-winning filmmaker and activist Shaun Monson, the visionary behind the groundbreaking documentaries Earthlings and Unity. Narrated by Joaquin Phoenix, Earthlings exposed the hidden realities of industries that exploit animals and ignited a global wave of awareness and activism. With Unity, Monson explored the deep interconnectedness of all life, asking us to reconsider how we relate to one another, animals, and the planet.Together, we dive into his journey as a filmmaker, the power of storytelling to spark compassion, the challenges of shifting consciousness, and why what we choose to eat may be the most powerful form of activism. This is a conversation about art, ethics, and the will to act for a more compassionate world.🔗 Connect with Ekaterina Sky Instagram: ⁠@ekaterina.sky.art⁠ Website: ⁠ekaterina-sky.com⁠🔗 Follow Artful Impact Podcast Instagram: ⁠@artful.impact⁠🎬 Podcast Team Host: ⁠@ekaterina.sky.art⁠ Guest: @shaunmonson Director: ⁠@camararollin⁠ Videographer: ⁠@adariowayne⁠

In this episode of Artful Impact, your host Ekaterina Sky (ekaterina.sky.art) I sit down with visionary artist and activist @xxlilarose. Lila opens up about the delicate balance between artistry and activism, her journey through burnout and recovery, and the power of creating from authenticity. Together, we explore how music can become a force for environmental advocacy, mental health awareness, and belonging—reminding us that at the core of it all is love and care.✨ Tune in for a conversation on transformation, resilience, and how art can inspire change for ourselves and the planet.🔗 Connect with Ekaterina SkyInstagram: @ekaterina.sky.artWebsite: ekaterina-sky.com🔗 Follow Artful Impact PodcastInstagram: @artful.impact🎬 Podcast TeamHost: @ekaterina.sky.artGuest: @xxlilaroseDirector: @camararollinVideographer: @adariowayne

How can storytelling and design drive climate action? In this episode of Artful Impact, Ekaterina Sky (@ekaterina.sky.art) speaks with Adonis Logan about his journey from environmental science and impact investing to climate tech and design. Together they explore how creativity can reframe the way we talk about climate change, inspire new solutions, and build a culture of collaboration.Clouds N' Humans https://www.cloudsnhumans.com🎙 Tune in to learn how stories can shape movements and why design is one of the most powerful tools for changemakers today.Follow the journey:@artful.impact | @ekaterina.sky.art

Art has the power to heal, transform, and connect us. In this episode of Artful Impact, Ekaterina Sky (@ekaterina.sky.art) sits down with Kayla Silber to explore how creativity can be both a personal journey and a force for collective change. From embracing authenticity to creating with intention, this conversation is an invitation for artists and changemakers to see their work as part of something bigger.🎙 Tune in and discover how art can become a practice of purpose, healing, and impact.Follow the journey:@artful.impact | @ekaterina.sky.art | @kaylafineart

What if creativity could be more than expression — what if it could be a movement for healing, connection, and change?In this episode of Artful Impact, Ekaterina Sky (@ekaterina.sky.art) speaks with Inanna (@inannaforearth) about the power of art to bridge spirit, community, and the planet. Together, they explore how creativity can:Serve as a vessel for connection and mindfulness.Translate complex challenges into something we can truly feel.Amplify voices for the environment and humanity.Spark movements that go beyond art itself to create lasting impact.This conversation invites artists and changemakers to see creativity not just as self-expression, but as a force for collective transformation.🔗 Follow the journey:Ekaterina Sky: @ekaterina.sky.art | ekaterina-sky.comInanna: @inannaforearth | Spotify | linktr.ee/inannaforearthArtful Impact Podcast: @artful.impact🎙 Tune in and discover how art, intention, and storytelling can illuminate the path toward a more connected, sustainable future.

In this episode of Artful Impact, impact artist and changemaker Ekaterina Sky sits down with the founder of Los Angeles Climate Week  Dan Thorman to explore how design, storytelling, and community-driven art can help us face the climate crisis and reimagine a sustainable future.Bridging design and impact to create change.The power of community-centered storytelling.Why artists are uniquely positioned to address climate challenges.Practical ways creativity can shift culture toward a regenerative future.This episode is a call to action for artists, designers, and visionaries ready to align their creativity with the planet’s future. Connect with Dan Thorman:Website: https://www.collidescope.foundation/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/danthorman/LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/dthorman/Learn more about Los Angeles Climate Week:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laclimateweek/Website: https://laclimateweek.com/Website: https://www.danthorman.comInstagram: https://instagram.com/danthormanLinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/danthormanConnect with Ekaterina Sky:Website: https://ekaterina-sky.comInstagram: https://instagram.com/ekaterina.sky.artPodcast Instagram: https://instagram.com/artful.impact

What happens when art becomes more than just a form of expression—but a tool for change?Welcome to the Artful Impact Podcast, where creativity meets purpose. Hosted by international artist and environmental advocate Ekaterina Sky, this podcast dives deep into the stories of artists, visionaries, and changemakers who are using their voices to uplift people, protect the planet, and spark meaningful transformation.Through real conversations, raw moments, and powerful insights, Artful Impact explores how art can shift culture, amplify important causes, and reconnect us to what really matters.Whether you're a creative soul, an art lover, or someone who believes in a more beautiful and compassionate world—this space is for you.