Creative Peacemeal
Well known, and up-and-coming guests—ranging from artists, actors, musicians, authors, illustrators, chefs, designers, and more—share starts, struggles, triumphs, and more in compelling, thought-provoking interviews. The show is sure to inspire, spark curiosity, and maybe even having you dust off that clarinet, pick up a paintbrush, start that novel, or anything else you can dream.
Episodes
170 episodes
Maia Chamberlain, Award-Winning Fencer talks Olympics, movie fight scenes, and more
So excited to have the first athlete on the show! Fencer Maia Chamberlain joins to discuss how she got into the sport, what it was like to qualify for the Olympics, future goals, inspirations, and of course, her take on some classic movie fight...
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Season 1
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Episode 158
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21:56
Becky Bell, Children's Author talks career pivot, inspiration for her book, and more
Becky Bell sits down to discuss her interesting journey to become a children's author, inspirations for future books, creative process, and more.In her picture book debut, author and homeschooling mom Becky Bell takes young reade...
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Season 1
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Episode 157
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40:25
NYC based rock band Scotia Rose talks origins, and future plans
Jeff Weiss formed Scotia Rose in 2023, and they've been rocking ever since! The band sat down with me to discuss creative collaboration, life in a band, and future plans.To learn more about the band, and catch a live show, see the links ...
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Season 1
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Episode 156
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54:15
Zeeva Bukai, Author, discusses her timely historical fiction, ANATOMY OF EXILE
Before we begin this episode, we want to provide a content warning for our listeners. This interview features an Israeli-American author discussing her historical fiction book, which delves into events and themes tied to the complex history of ...
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Season 1
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Episode 155
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42:20
Amy Weinland Daughters, Author discusses her debut, exploring her past, and more
Award-winning author, humorist, and speaker, Amy Weinland Daughters joined the show to discuss exploring her past as she wrote YOU CANNOT MESS THIS UP: A TRUE STORY THAT NEVER HAPPENED, her creative process, the importance of family, and so muc...
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Season 1
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Episode 154
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32:39
Jennifer Roig-Francoli, returns! Violinist and Alexander Technique Expert Discusses Creativity and More
Jennifer Roig-Francoli, award-winning professional violinist is back on the show to continue her conversation about creativity, music, life, and more. Check out her website below, and don't forget to tune into her original episode also!...
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Season 1
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Episode 153
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38:40
Michele Dunaway, Contemporary Romance Author
Love is in the air as I talk with the amazing Michele Dunaway, an award-winning, contemporary romance author. Michele Dunaway is a best selling author of 30+ contemporary romance novels, with over 1.7 million books sold glob...
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Episode 152
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44:07
Janet Horvath, Cellist, and Author discusses her award-winning book about the Holocaust and the power of music
Janet Horvath is a professional cellist, author, and speaker. Her latest book, THE CELLO STILL SINGS tells the remarkable tale of her parents as musicians in survivor's orchestras, and her discovery of their lives before they immigrated. This b...
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Season 1
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Episode 151
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38:28
Boone Frogget of Otis discusses their latest projects, and more
Alongside Boone, John Seeley (bass), Alex Wells (guitar), and Dale Myers (drums), these tight-knit guys stay connected to their homegrown roots having been around traditional instruments from a young age in piano, fiddle, a...
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Season 1
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Episode 150
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26:16
James Gregory, author discusses rogue AI in his latest novel, and more
Dr. James Gregory, a former successful businessman in marketing discusses pivoting to writing Sci-Fi, his latest novel KILLER APP, and the importance of creative hobbies. To learn more about James, to order any of his books, or to conne...
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Season 1
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Episode 149
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39:59
Josh Mendoza, Sci-Fi Author chats pivoting from filmmaking, to the page, and his debut
Award-winning filmmaker Josh Mendoza (What Still Remains) turns his attention to fiction with his sci-fi thriller,
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Season 1
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Episode 148
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34:10
Carmine Appice, Rock Drummer discusses career, latest album, and more
Drummer, and NYC native, Carmine Appice joins the show to discuss his lengthy career, inspirations, and the latest album from Cactus.Bio (from website) One of the premier showmen in rock, Appice became known worldwide for his astonishin...
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Season 1
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Episode 147
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41:01
Ruby Peru, Fantasy Author discuses her novel coming to life as an audiobook, creativity in everyday life, and more
Author and Ghostwriter, Ruby Peru sits down to discuss the magic of her fantasy novel, hearing it come to life as an audiobook, creativity in her everyday life, and more.Bio from website:Ruby Peru is a sloppy workaholic and independ...
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Season 1
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Episode 146
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35:39
Rock band Novo Combo discusses their 1979 NYC beginnings, inspirations, and coming together for a new album
I was joined by Michael Shrieve and Stephen Dees of the 1980s rock band, Novo Combo to talk about their unique career, musical inspirations, and what it was like to come back together and record after all those years. Their latest album, 45 W 5...
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Season 1
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Episode 145
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43:58
Loren Smith, composer, singer discusses imposter syndrome, inspo, growing up in a musical family, and more
Bay area native Smith is a proud member of a huge musically gifted family that created and nurtured his love of music. Singing his first solo at age 3, Smith’s music has surpassed over a million and a half Youtube views including his first sing...
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Season 1
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Episode 144
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49:06
Stephen Harrison, Writer, and Tech Lawyer discusses his thriller novel, The Editors, AI, and more
Writer and tech laywer, Stephen Harrison's work has appeared in The New York Times, The Washington Post, The Atlantic, WIRED, and many others. In this episode we discuss his latest novel, creative process, AI, and much more.His latest n...
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Season 1
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Episode 143
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40:09
Barbara Howlin, Writer, Actress, and Reiki Master discusses inspiring fellow creatives, her career as an actress and writer, and more
Barbara Howlin of The Howling Hive is an LA based writer, actress, Reiki master, and creative guide. Barbara's mission is to help fellow creatives be able to live a life of balance, play, and flow--finding joy in the creative journey. To learn ...
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Season 1
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Episode 142
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40:33
McKenna Michels, Singer-Songwriter discusses her journey as a person with Autism, the best advice she ever got, finding her voice in the music, and more
It was a delight to meet and chat with McKenna Michels, a talented young singer-songwriter from Texas. Ever since her 2021 debut EP, RENAISSANCE, Austin’s McKenna Michels has been making waves and grabbing at fans’ heartstrings a...
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Season 1
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Episode 142
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22:22
Ginny Luke, Electric Violinist discusses her debut album, empowerment, songwriting, and more
Electric Violinist GINNY LUKE’s highly anticipated and long-awaited debut solo vocal album, Devil at My Heels, is due out November 1 on KZZ Music/Blue Élan Records. The album combines melody, muscle, and message into an irresistible an...
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Season 1
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Episode 141
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23:32
Jeff Feingold, Writer discusses creative process, pitfalls, inspirations, and more
Jeffrey M. Feingold is a writer in Boston. His award-winning debut collection of linked short stories, The Black Hole Pastrami, published in 2023, was followed shortly after by his next award-winning book of linked short sto...
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Season 1
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Episode 140
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34:16
Chris Slade, legendary rock drummer recounts career highlights, and new projects
Chris Slade’s music career reads like a Who’s Who list of rock ‘n’ roll. It’s truly amazing how many iconic bands and artists he has performed with over the decades. His musical journey can be traced back to 1963. ...
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Season 1
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Episode 139
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36:14
Jennifer Townsend, Board Certified-Music Therapist, Researcher, and Educator
My colleague, and fellow music therapist Jennifer Townsend joined the show a few months back to discuss her wonderful work in our field, what excites her in research, where she finds inspiration, and so much more.To learn more about mus...
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Season 1
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Episode 138
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26:44
Jeff Pilson, bassist for Foreigner, Dokken, Dio, and more discusses creativity, hardships, and his own projects
Honored to sit down with Jeff Pilson in this enlightening, and sage conversation about the music business, his musical inspirations, current projects, and of course, what living a creative life means to him.Links below to learn more abo...
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Season 1
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Episode 137
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31:14
T Bear, musician discusses his return to music, his muse, and more
Content Warning: Themes of songs discussed in this episode include violence, cancer, suicide, and drug use. Please make your own choice when deciding whether to listen to this episode or to fast forward or skip altogether.
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Season 1
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Episode 136
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44:32
Chad Boudreux, Author, Lawyer discusses his pivot from the DOJ, to writing gripping thrillers
Chad Boudreaux, whose resume includes a tenure as Deputy Chief of Staff for the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, is the author of two thrillers. His first, published last year, was Scavenger Hunt, a tale of international in...
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Season 1
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Episode 135
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43:45