Creative Memphis Podcast

In this episode musician and instructor Victor Sawyer tunes us in on how struggle motivated him to take a chance after putting in the time to become a master at the craft he was preparing for.   Stax Music Academy Memphis Music Initiative Hope Clayburn The Dead SoldiersZoo Boo 2016   Suggested Episode - Episode 34 with Lisa Michaels musician and comedianne Billy - "I'm far too busy" - Anonymous Eso - "Embrace your inner Memphis" - Eso Tolson

In this episode Crissy Clements of Broad Escape Rooms clues us in on our melting planet, becoming a zombie, and coming up with ideas in the shower.   Until October 31st, you can go to broadescaperooms.com to reserve your own escape room experience in "The Outbreak" and if you input the code "CREATIVE", get 10% off your booking.   Broad Escape Rooms Facebook | Twitter

In this episode Matthew Martin astounds us with his fervent passion for cinema and the Black Lodge family, and how he's working with Craig Brewer to turn the oldest library in Memphis into a world of pure imagination. PLUS the future of Black Lodge!!   Brewer and Black Lodge Pandemonium Cinema Showcase The Roller Derby Picture Show 6:30pm on September 24th Cossitt library, 33 Front Street   Time Warp Drive-In: PARANOID VISIONS: THE FILMS OF JOHN CARPENTER They Live! In the Mouth of Madness The Thing Prince of Darkness 7:30pm on Sept 16th Malco Summer Drive-In. Movies start at dusk - $10 a person for the whole night! Suggested Episode - Episode 26 with Mike McCarthy and the Time-Warp Drive-In!

In this episode with photographer Tommy Kha we dig deep into recognition and reconciliation particularly with the people of his past, his hometown of Memphis, and graduating from Yale and somehow becoming a stand-up comedian.   He's already held the book signing for A Real Imitation, which we talk about in this episode, but until Sept 17th can run by Crosstown Arts to feast your eyes on Tommy's curated photography and video gallery titled, Anthology: Somewhere Not Here, which we also discuss.    Anthology: Somewhere Not Here August 19 through Sept 17, Tuesday-Saturday, 10 am - 6 pm Crosstown Arts - 422 N Cleveland St, Memphis, Tennessee 38104   Tommy Kha Instagram | Twitter | Email

Richard Douglas Jones discusses his comedic course from open mics to opening for Patti Labelle and beyond. He also covers his podcast, Black Nerd Power, which co-hosted by Markus, Kimber, and Richard. Each week they discuss the worlds of Sci & Fantasy from a black POV. Richard Douglas Jones Black Nerd Power Podcast @bnpifyanasty (Twitter) @black.nerd.power (IG) @rdouglasjones EPK: https://www.rooftoppro.com/artists/richard-jones

Josh and Sean are taking storytelling to a new level with a two-man show augmented with audience participation. Find tickets at oxfordfringefest.com. #2dudes will be Friday, August 12th, 9pm at the Shelter on Van Buren.   Vote Creative Memphis Podcast for Best Local Podcast   Art-er Limits Presents: #2dudes Friday, August 12 at 9 PM - 10:30 PM 1221 Van Buren Ave, Oxford, Mississippi 38655   Arter-Limits Oxford Fringe Festival August 11-14, 2016 Festival Schedule Buy your tickets here

In this episode we tap into the idea of controlled chaos with Adam Farmer, whose dual role of artist and curator involves a great deal of sacrifice, purposeful improvisation, and something he calls "strategic hoarding".   Also discussed were stories of extraterrestrial visitations at home, daily trips to the basketball court, and his monday through friday gig at a trucking company.   Get on over to www.avantgauze.com to check out some of his work and be sure peel through the photo albums at www.facebook.com/glitchmemphis to witness the transformation of a living room into a monthly collaborative art experience!   Untitled Part II (Encore) Friday, July 22 at 6 PM GLITCH - 2180 Cowden Ave., Memphis, Tennessee 38104   Suggested Episode - Episode 19 with Heather Pike former creative partner at Tart Andrew "we have art in order not to die of the truth" - Friedrich Nietzsche Billy "you can mimic the result but not the creativity" - Sonya Teclai

This episode artist and designer Corkey Sinks uncovers demonbabies, tagging turtles in the desert, and we ponder moon landing deniers. Something we missed in the episode is Corkey is the designer over at the Dixon, so when you see upcoming promos there you'll be seeing her good works. Corkey's big announcement is Walls Divide Press, a collaboration with her husband Jesse Butcher, bringing back the days of zines and creative publications.   CorkeySinks.com Instagram | Demon Baby Project | Walls Divide Episode co-host Bryan Rollins Bryan Rollins.com Twitter | Vimeo | Instagram | Pintrest

This episode Gil Worth tells us how he started the OAM network, balances work and family life, and divulges a savvy Secret.   The OAM Network Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | YouTube | Vine

This episode we had Cole Bradley, a business anthropologist, share about the hazards of west Texas, anarchy in California, and the perils and values of business anthropology.

This episode we had Angela Russell of Underground Art share her thoughts on running a longstanding creative biz in Memphis and in honor of everyone who has ever struggled with mental or emotional health, is a suicide survivor, has battled addiction Underground Art will be hosting Illuminated: Semicolon Tattoo Event Art to benefit the Memphis Crisis Center. Official Website Facebook | Twitter | YouTube

Through Red Ball Project sculptor Kurt Perschke views each city as an opportunity to provide citizens creative interaction. Memphians saw their space afresh as the project rolled through town. Catch our episode where Kurt shares on Red Ball, Memphis, and avoiding the law by hiding in plain sight.   Official Website

Having risen from the night club photography scene , the stylish Ziggy Mack later examined rhythm and movement through fashion and ballet, but now explores powerful imagery of mermaids underwater. Ziggy puts an energetic spin on the traditional photographer all while documenting niche cultures.   FomoloopInstagram | Twitter | Facebook | Tumblr

Mary Jo Karimnia keeps active and fresh through her own work, volunteering, and running community focused support. A student of life and of others, Mary Jo has focused on growing her career by speaking up when some weren't and finding out how to practice the professional side of art through helping others.   Belongings 2: Re-purposed (link)An open call exhibit - This second incarnation of the Belongings show continues in the spirit of community and the reuse and re-imagining of objects. All artists are invited to participate by purchasing any object of inspiration from the Cleveland Street Flea Market at 438 N Cleveland to transform into (or use as inspiration for) a new work of art. Deadline/drop-off is April 25 at 422 Cleveland. The show opens April 29th and continues to May 14th. Mary Jo KarimniaWebsite | Instagram

Known for music, comedy, and a powerful presence Josh McLane's unhinged style is set in contrast to his well known black tie guise. Blood, blow, and truth dominate this week as he shares the turning point of a life Josh now sees differently. Also, Memphis Comedy Festival starts this week. Get your tickets now!   Memphis Comedy Festival March 31- April 3rdBuy Tickets   Josh McLaneStanley Justice ProductionsHeels

Alice Laskey-Castle & C.Michael Andrews run Five in One Social Club! Their retail store features limited editions and one-of-a-kind pieces created by local and regional artists. Twice a week in their Clubhouse on Broad Ave they host creative workshops for small groups. Upcoming workshops include Luchador Masks, Glassblasting!, Pop-up Books, and Wine Bottle Glasses.   Their Website - http://fiveinone.org Calendar - http://fiveinone.org/workshop-calendar Facebook | Twitter | Instagram

A many varied soul, Eric Clausen has traveled the U.S. via bicycle, sampled science, vacated the desk job life, and plunged the depths of tandem drinking and drawing. Fascinated with how line creates form, he has brought a passion for illustration, painting, and art to the public. Time to sit back and get drawn in with Eric C.   Website portfolio, email Planet Nine: Displacement March 4 - April 11 Opening Night Friday, March 4at 6 PM at Marshall Arts   Ryan Azada, Crystal Shrine Saturday, March 12at 8 PM at Marshall Arts   Drink-N-Draw Exquisite Corpse Night Friday, March 18at 8 PM at Marshall Arts

Homegrown Doug Gillon trekked allover the world just to came back to Memphis and share great insights with you through comedy, Emceeing, and deft arts of marketing. Join Gillon skies as we move through China, the video game industry, our friend freelancing, and on to discovering new paths.   Tuesday Show Comedy with Doug & Kyle February 23rd, 8pm at the Brass Door Tuesday Show is in Love with Rob Love, Mary Beth Poppins, Mark Brimble, and Nashville's Mary Jay Berger, Josh Wagner and Brad Sativa!

In 2013 Haley Morris-Cafiero's public self portrait project, Wait Watchers, went viral appearing on Huffington Post, CBS News, and more. We learn how she morphed the viral reaction to her work back into the project, eventually making a nearly sold out book from that interaction. Wait Watchers Twitter | Instagram | Email | Facebook  Buy The Watchers

Barry Wolverton has been helping to create books, documentary television, and online content until landing a deal with a publisher, Walden Pond Press. His first novel, Neversink, was about a Puffin, but this Wolverton is set to blow you away with book one of the Chronicles of the Black Tulip, The Vanishing Island.   barrywolverton.comNeversink on Harper-CollinsThe Vanishing Island on Harper-Collins