6 episodes

Join professional designer and pop-culture/music enthusiast Aimee (Bruckner) Stevland in this limited podcast series as she takes the lid off her own life experiences to explore the stories of the talented people she’s met along the way.

Discover some real-life ”influencers” as an alternative to the algorithm of artificial fame.

Come to hear Aimee’s weird midwestern accent, stay for the stories and maybe a little inspiration.

This Is How It Starts, with Aimee Stevland Aimee Stevland / thisishowitstarts

    • Society & Culture
    • 5.0 • 10 Ratings

Join professional designer and pop-culture/music enthusiast Aimee (Bruckner) Stevland in this limited podcast series as she takes the lid off her own life experiences to explore the stories of the talented people she’s met along the way.

Discover some real-life ”influencers” as an alternative to the algorithm of artificial fame.

Come to hear Aimee’s weird midwestern accent, stay for the stories and maybe a little inspiration.

    Ep 2: Wayne Scot Lukas, Celebrity Fashion Stylist (The Lost Episode)

    Ep 2: Wayne Scot Lukas, Celebrity Fashion Stylist (The Lost Episode)

    Wayne chats with Aimee about the impact of social media on fashion and the stories behind some fan-favorite fashion moments from Janet Jackson. There’s high-key Gen X energy as we reminisce on polaroid pictures and fashion faxes. Then, Aimee reveals her style inspirations and even gets a real-time styling lesson from Wayne! Hello?!
    Follow Wayne on IG @waynescotlukastyle
    Find Aimee at: aimeestevland.com

    • 37 min
    Ep5: Aimee’s Story, Focal Dystonia with Dr. Chelsea Richardson

    Ep5: Aimee’s Story, Focal Dystonia with Dr. Chelsea Richardson

    What happens when the work you love leads to a mysterious disorder? I'm sharing my journey and bringing in an expert to explain it all. Dr. Chelsea Richardson, PT, DPT, NCS helps us understand more about focal dystonia.
    More on focal dystonia: reactivept.com
    My Blog on "Hustle Culture": bit.ly/hustle_blog
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    • 47 min
    Ep 4: Mo Jackson, Musician, Creative | JCKSN Ave.

    Ep 4: Mo Jackson, Musician, Creative | JCKSN Ave.

    Introducing Mo Jackson, an upcoming musician you'll want to keep your eyes and ears on. We're talking inspirations, aspirations, Memphis soul, harnessing creativity during a pandemic, and much much more!
    Follow Mo and JCKSON Ave. on Instagram: @mojcksn and @jcksnave
    Support the artists at JCKSNave.com
    Find Aimee at: aimeestevland.com

    • 46 min
    Ep 3: Robert Jones Jr., Author, The Prophets (NYTBSL)

    Ep 3: Robert Jones Jr., Author, The Prophets (NYTBSL)

    After decades of knowing each other online only, we're finally talking real-time about books, comics, entertainment, navigating our respective arts, understanding the white gaze, and of course we dive into our favs, Wonder Woman and meeting Janet Jackson.
    For updates on Robert visit: sonofbaldwin.com
    Find Aimee at: aimeestevland.com

    • 42 min
    Ep 1: Frank Vacanti, Rock n Roll Shirt Printing Legend

    Ep 1: Frank Vacanti, Rock n Roll Shirt Printing Legend

    Ever wonder what goes into making your favorite music concert t-shirt? My guest was nearly there from the beginning. Meet Frank Vacanti, artist and rock 'n roll print master.
    Frank’s original art can be found at: https://frankvacanti.wixsite.com/white-album-project/buy
    Find Aimee at: aimeestevland.com

    • 47 min
    Introducing your host, Aimee (Bruckner) Stevland

    Introducing your host, Aimee (Bruckner) Stevland

    Welcome to "This is How it Starts". In this new limited podcast series Aimee explores the lives and stories of the interesting and talented people she's met through her personal and professional journey in and around the entertainment industry.
    Discover some real-life "influencers" as an alternative to the algorithm of artificial fame.
    Find Aimee at: aimeestevland.com
     

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Customer Reviews

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10 Ratings

10 Ratings

The James Rodriguez ,

Great info!

Aimee, has created more greatness for the world. Check it out!

MikeCheck ,

Informative and fun

I’m thoroughly enjoying This is How It Started. Aimee has great rapport with the guests and you can hear the passion in her voice throughout the episodes. Highly recommend!

Mr. G in SF ,

Amazing!!!

A fascinating and fun podcast about a subject that I, quite frankly, hadn’t thought much about. I learned so much and enjoyed listening. Thank you, Aimee and Frank.

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