Story Loom

Mariam Vahradyan
  • 5.0 (2)
  • SOCIETY & CULTURE

Kaitzak presents Story Loom, a podcast hosted by Mariam Vahradyan exploring how creatives and entrepreneurs are revitalizing ancient cultural traditions—and how these art forms foster resilience and flourishing.

Episodes

  1. Episode 3: Cultivating Presence Through Embroidery

    07/21/2025

    Episode 3: Cultivating Presence Through Embroidery

    In this episode, embroiderer and founder of the Armenian Embroidery Instagram account Lizzy Vartanian discusses the quiet but powerful craft of embroidery. From helping people cultivate presence to expressing their love for others, embroidery has long been a valued and quiet craft in Armenian culture. In the episode, Lizzy explains the different types of embroidery, how the art form helps her slow down and the challenges of building her own business in a new country. Browse Lizzy's online courses and kits at armenianembroidery.com

    45 min
  2. Episode 2: The Power of Storytelling

    05/15/2025

    Episode 2: The Power of Storytelling

    In this episode, we speak with Nyree Abrahamian: a writer, educator, and co-founder of the Tumanyan International Storytelling Festival and Country of Dust podcast. We explore the power of storytelling in Armenian cultural life, from folk tales and festivals to podcasting and personal histories. Nyree shares how stories help us make meaning, connect across generations, and navigate the complexities of identity, loss, and resilience.

    1h 4m

  3. TRAILER

    Introducing 'Story Loom' by Kaitzak

    Story Loom is a new podcast from Kaitzak hosted by co-founder Mariam Vahradyan. The podcast explores how creatives and entrepreneurs are revitalizing ancient cultural traditions—and how these art forms foster resilience and flourishing.

    1 min
  4. Episode 1: Bringing Back Traditional Armenian Rugs

    03/09/2025

    Episode 1: Bringing Back Traditional Armenian Rugs

    Founder of The Rug Code, Kyle Khandikian, unpacks the symbolism that traditional Armenian carpets carry. From adorning homes to carrying deep meaning, rugs have a 4000-year-old history in the Armenian culture. In this episode, we explore the production cycle behind making a carpet, the hidden symbols embedded in them, and how Kyle is revitalizing the endangered art form. Read more about The Rug Code and browse their carpets at therugcode.com.

    1h 2m

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Ratings & Reviews

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About

Kaitzak presents Story Loom, a podcast hosted by Mariam Vahradyan exploring how creatives and entrepreneurs are revitalizing ancient cultural traditions—and how these art forms foster resilience and flourishing.

Information

  • Creator
    Mariam Vahradyan
  • Years Active
    2K
  • Episodes
    4
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Mariam Vahradyan
  • Show Website
    Story Loom