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Artist and writer Liz Reed interviews creatives on what inspires them. Her guests range from internet famous webcomic artists to writers to musicians to chefs. Following your passion can come in any form and the advice from each guest is a unique gem of wisdom that could inspire you to pursue your dreams. New episodes release biweekly.
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Ep. 170 Millie De Chirico
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Millie De Chirico is a writer, film & tv historian, and the former chief programmer for TCM Underground. Her latest book, TCM Underground: 50 Must-See Films from the World of Classic Cult and Late-Night Cinema (co-authored with Quatoyiah Murry and foreword by Patton Oswalt) explores gritty and eccentric cinema from the 60s, 70s, and 80s. The book goes beyond simple reviews and dissects each film from each respective author's unique perspective. In this interview we discuss working with a co-author, introducing films to new audiences, and (my favorite) melodramas.
You can follow Millie on Twitter @milliedechirico, Instagram @debbie_country and TIKTOK @debbie_country.
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Buy the Book
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Ep. 169 L.S. Johnson
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L.S. Johnson is a writer best known for her mixed genre books. Her work ranges from gothic novellas to fantasy to hints of horror. She's written over eight books and numerous short fiction pieces. In this interview, L.S. shares her experiences as an indie author, I learn about sensitivity editors, and L.S. shares her Vacui Magia Deluxe Hardcover Kickstarter.
You can follow L.S. on Twitter (@ls_johnson).
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Website
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Ep. 168 Michelle Ouellette
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Michelle Ouellette is an illustrator, art director, and the co-founder of Yeah Haus, a mixed media production company. She has worked with a huge variety of clients including: Google, Discord, Adult Swim, and more. Like myself, Michelle is also part of a husband and wife team (her husband is the other half of Yeah Haus), and we absolutely dive into the ins-and-outs of working with your spouse.
Michelle also shares how to become more business savvy when you are a creative, her experience with pitching shows to networks, and the importance of keeping up with your personal projects while balancing paying gigs.
You can follow Michelle on Instagram @michellecandraw and @YeahHaus.
You can follow me, Liz Reed, on Instagram, TikTok, Twitter, and YouTube @cuddlesandrage.
Show Notes:
Self Love Short Film
Yeah Haus Website
Yeah Haus Vimeo
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Ep. 167 Kassandra Heller
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Kassandra Heller is an amazing artist based in Los Angeles. She is currently one of the art directors for the Disney show Big City Greens. Previously, she worked as a comic designer for Bravest Warriors and Adventure Time. She also worked as a background painter on the Cartoon Network series Clarence.
In my chat with Kassandra, we cover the art of creating a color palette, what it takes to be an art director, and working in animation.
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Ep. 166 Virginia Newcomb
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Virginia Newcomb is an actress and indie filmmaker. She's worked with directors Daniel Scheinert in The Death of Dick Long and Jim Cummings in The Beta Test. I am a huge fan of both films. I was delighted for the opportunity to talk with Virginia about her experience with working in both Los Angeles and Alabama. She is someone who has worked in the business for a long time and has stayed very flexible in making things work throughout her career. This is a great chat for any creative who is looking to stay in a creative field for the long haul.
You can follow Virginia on Twitter (@VirginiaNewcomb) and Instagram (@VirginiaNewcomb)
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Lizzie Special You Gotta Start Somewhere
I share the baby steps I'm taking to getting back into creating full-time. It's been a long three year journey to get to this point. I am back in the saddle and ready to share what's working for me in this moment to create again without fear or anxiety.
Customer Reviews
A creative kick in the pants.
If Liz thinks they're cool, they are cool. She has a knack for finding really awesome and passionate independent artists and creative people and capturing their stories. She asks all the questions you would want to ask and then some. And the fact that she is a super cool artist too doesn't hurt! This podcast has become a real source of inspiration and motivation for my own creative endeavors.
Podcast That I Think Is Cool
One of my go-to podcasts for sure. I really appreciate the wide variety of personalities & art appreciation that you can find on Liz's show. Not just a love-fest, but a proper conversation into the whys of the whos involved. I listen every week & encourage you to do the same.
Quality audio programming
You hear the theme song and think “Okay, this is the best theme song ever, no way the podcast can live up to it” but then the show starts and it does. It lives up to and expertly surpasses all expectations. No matter the topic or the interviewees area of expertise, Liz does an amazing job of creating engaging and absorbing conversation. A must listen.