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Episode 3 of season 2 is here! It was worth the wait, because in this episode we spoke with Lakota Artist & Hoop Dancer Extraordinaire: Starr Chief Eagle! Press play to learn more about Hoop Dancing and Starr Chief Eagle. Starr is also a South Dakota Arts Council Touring Artist as well as an Artist in Schools and Communities. Visit The South Dakota Arts Council website to learn more at: artscouncil.sd.gov/ta/starr.aspx Starr shares her culture through art, language, dance, and song for future generations in hopes of restoring and maintaining the Lakota culture. Stay connected with Starr on her website at: chiefeaglestarr.wixsite.com/hoop and on her Instagram @chiefeaglestarr. Episode photo is from the South Dakota Arts Council Website.

In this episode, Janeen talks with Elisa Herrmann who is a Filmmaker, Screenwriter, and Editor. She is also an associate Professor of Mass Communication - Film & TV, and Film Program Coordinator at Sam Houston State University. We talk about her new documentary, Umbanda: Offerings of Faith which explores the religion’s background and rituals through interviews with priests, priestesses, and followers. Stay connected with Elisa Herrmann on her website and her instagram.

In the first episode of Season 2, author, filmmaker, and artist Arianna Kaminski is interviewed. We talk about her published book of poems, Earthly Thoughts, SXSW, filmmaking, and so much more! Stay connected with Arianna's projects on her website, Youtube, and instagram. She even has her own podcast called That Weird Friend.

In this episode, the comic-slinging, Rockett Queen band singing/bassist, acting, trivia hosting, Chaz Von Graves was interviewed. We talked about the many artistic jobs he has, how he got into them, and his favorite type of music (if he had to pick one). You can catch him slinging-comics at The Adventure Begins Comic and Games Shop. Check out his band Rockett Queen to see what shows and albums they have coming up. He is also a co-owner at Legion M. the world's first fan-owned entertainment company. Their newest film (as of December 2020) Archenemy is available to stream and in theatres now! Help children in hospitals have access to video games by donating to his Extra Life fundraiser!  He's even a part of a podcast called Nerd News Now. Follow him @thernrnerd on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitch to stay updated on his many adventures.

In this episode, we had an interesting conversation with Sourbunny, an artist and illustrator based in Texas.  We talk about his artistic process, anime, and his charity, Creativity for a Cure.  Also - a brief history of fan conventions!

Check out Sourbunny Productions at their website, on Twitter, Facebook, or on Instagram!

In this episode we had a lively interview with freelance artist Paul Gruber. We talk about the musical Hamilton, a tortoise, video game design and much more. We present a brief history about indie video games. Check out Paul's artwork on his website and Crazy Beard Entertainment and follow him on Instagram and Twitter! He's also involved with the following: Goblin Collective, streaming on Twitch, and The Adventure Begins Comic and Gaming shop!