Episodes

  • Episode Twenty-Seven: Roz Pritchard

    Episode Twenty-Seven: Roz Pritchard
    Feb 14 2023
    Roz Pritchard is the Symposium and Workshop Manager here at Scugog Arts. On this episode, Roz discusses how she got started in the arts and culture sector right from the beginning. Roz explains how a community can work together to break down the silos between the arts and build positive relationships. Roz also gives a sneak peek of what to expect at the upcoming Scugog Arts multi-arts symposium. Thank you to the Ontario Trillium Foundation for helping make this podcast possible! Learn more about Energize! A Multi-Arts Symposium, here: https://scugogarts.ca/symposium/
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    30 mins
  • Episode Twenty-Six: Lauren Gould

    Episode Twenty-Six: Lauren Gould
    Feb 7 2023
    Lauren Gould is the CEO at the Robert McLaughlin Gallery. Lauren explores how she leads the vision and mission of the gallery, while getting hands on with a little bit of everything. Lauren describes how arts organizations can work together to build up arts and culture in rural areas by leveraging what they already have and thinking about how they can amplify it. Lauren and Marion discuss the architecture and aesthetic of the Robert McLaughlin Gallery and how it presents a dynamic and inclusive environment for the public to visit. Lauren also touches on the current exhibits in the art gallery and what’s next for the space. Thank you to the Ontario Trillium Foundation for helping make this podcast possible! Learn more about the Robert McLaughlin Gallery, here: https://rmg.on.ca/
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    41 mins
  • Episode Twenty-Five: Kristen Meyer-Creamer

    Episode Twenty-Five: Kristen Meyer-Creamer
    Jan 31 2023
    Kristen Meyer-Creamer does it all! She is the Marketing and Social Media Manager at SportsLogos.net and a community leader. Kristen explores the many organizations she volunteers with, as well as the creation of the Port Perry Bulletin Facebook group. Kristen discusses creating sports content seen around the globe with her husband and the places it has taken them. Kristen shares how her marketing work allows her to support female entrepreneurs in launching and building their own businesses. Kristen also touches on her plans to create an online space for people to connect, find volunteer opportunities, and local events. Thank you to the Ontario Trillium Foundation for helping make this podcast possible! Learn more about SportsLogos.Net, here: https://www.sportslogos.net/
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    31 mins
  • Episode Twenty-Four: Marni Thornton

    Episode Twenty-Four: Marni Thornton
    Jan 24 2023
    Marni Thornton is a professor in the Music Business Program over at Durham College. Marni describes the steps she took to land a job in music business and how she is now inspiring young people to achieve their own dreams in the industry. Marni explains the dynamics of the Music Business program and what makes it one-of-a-kind. Marni explores how the program attracts international students and how that is making a difference in the arts and culture scene in Durham Region. Marni touches on Oshawa Music Week, a week-long series of events organized by the students to develop, support, and unite the music community. Marni and Marion also discuss how events like this are an opportunity to build up the talent and the music industry in the region. Thank you to the Ontario Trillium Foundation for helping make this podcast possible! Learn more about the Music Business Program at Durham College, here: https://durhamcollege.ca/programs/music-business-administration-music-business-management Learn more about Oshawa Music Week, here: https://www.oshawamusicweek.ca/
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    31 mins
  • Episode Twenty-Three: Jack Doak

    Episode Twenty-Three: Jack Doak
    Jan 17 2023
    Jack Doak is the man and mind behind Old Flame Brewing Co. Jack tells the story behind the Old Flame name, how it influenced and formed the brand today, and why the brewery is much more than just beer. Jack explains how the first location of the award-winning brewery ended up in Downtown Port Perry and explores the history of the building. Jack also describes how he grew the brand and expanded the business to multiple locations with unique experiences. Thank you to the Ontario Trillium Foundation for helping make this podcast possible! Learn more about Old Flame Brewing Co., here: https://oldflamebrewingco.ca/
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    32 mins
  • Episode Twenty-Two: Lori Korkola

    Episode Twenty-Two: Lori Korkola
    Nov 1 2022
    Lori Korkola is a visual artist and an educator. She comes from a creative family and has always had a pencil in hand ready to draw. On this episode of Art Waves, Lori describes the route she took to become an art teacher and landscape painter. Lori explains the challenges of teaching visual arts virtually and the sense of community that can exist between peers in an actual art classroom. Lori illustrates what makes a great art teacher and how investing in her own skills allowed her to encourage the next generation of artists. Lori discusses how small towns can bring creative people together, that would have a harder time finding each other in a larger community. Lori also touches on the opportunities that exist in Scugog that can connect people to the arts, and the willingness to look and consider that is found in this area. Thank you to the Ontario Trillium Foundation for making this podcast possible!
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    35 mins
  • Episode Twenty-One: Brent Donnelly

    Episode Twenty-One: Brent Donnelly
    Oct 25 2022
    Brent Donnelly is a tour director and podcaster. He deals with the logistics and dynamics of major world tours, and explores coffee from around the globe on his own show — Brenton On Tour. On this episode of Art Waves, Brent explains how he began his music industry journey as a musician, made the move to tour manager, and then tour director. Brent describes the day-to-day of coordinating major world tours and how he creates unforgettable experiences for audiences. Brent discusses the importance of volunteering at events and how being behind the scenes can lead to bigger opportunities. Brent also touches on the world tour he’ll soon be concluding in stadiums and arenas throughout South America, before moving onto a new tour that will take him across 50 countries in 2023. Thank you to the Ontario Trillium Foundation for making this podcast possible! Listen to Brent’s podcast, Brenton On Tour, here: http://www.brentonontour.com/
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    32 mins
  • Episode Twenty: Birgitta MacLeod

    Episode Twenty: Birgitta MacLeod
    Oct 11 2022
    Birgitta MacLeod is an artist and co-owner of META4 Contemporary Craft Gallery. Birgitta knows how important art is to the quality and vibrancy of a community. Birgitta explains how META4 Gallery came to be out of a need for local art outside of the studio tour season, along with how artists and their works get featured in the space based on the gallery's clientele and customers. Birgitta and Marion discuss the value of art beyond the price tag and how the gallery strives to educate people about the work that goes into each piece. Birgitta also briefly describes the cyclical nature of art and touches on a handful of META4 artists. Thank you to the Ontario Trillium Foundation for making this podcast possible! Learn more about META4 Contemporary Craft Gallery, here: https://www.meta4gallery.ca/
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    32 mins