Troubled Artists

Episode #32: Craig Dehut

Welcome to the 32nd episode of the Troubled Artists Podcast. In today's episode, I'm interviewing videographer Craig Dehut. Craig Dehut is a seasoned video producer who co-founded Appian Media in 2015 with Stuart Peck to create engaging, accurate, and free biblical content for young people. Appian Media stands out for its unique blend of professional production, biblical accuracy, and accessibility, earning awards, global supporters, and over 9 million YouTube views. Craig is passionate about making the Bible relevant and accessible, especially for homeschool families, faith-based audiences, and those interested in its history and geography. Craig Dehut’s Website: https://www.craigdehut.com/ [https://www.craigdehut.com/] Craig Dehut’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/craigdehut [https://www.instagram.com/craigdehut]

Episode #31: Paige Bourne

Welcome to the 31st episode of the Troubled Artists Podcast. In today’s episode, I’m interviewing actress Paige Bourne. Paige Bourne is a SAG-AFTRA actor, writer, and improviser. Originally a trained theatre actor, Paige has worked with Marin Shakespeare Company, Children’s Theatre of Madison, Milwaukee Chamber Theatre, Forward Theatre, and The Constructivists. She is a graduate of the Conservatory at Second City and is currently a member of the sketch comedy group Communal Beverage. Paige has done on camera work for television, commercials, and indie films. She has been seen on Chicago PD, Chicago Med, Chicago Fire, and the recent horror-comedy Kombucha. Paige has a foundation in classical theatre with a passion for new work and innovative storytelling that seamlessly weaves comedy and drama. We’ll be discussing her upbringings as an artist, projects she has done, and share advice for up and coming artists. Paige Bourne’s Website: https://www.paigebourne.com/ [https://www.paigebourne.com/] Paige Bourne's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hipaigebourne?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== [https://www.instagram.com/hipaigebourne?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==] Paige Bourne’s IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm7263035/?ref_=ext_shr_lnk [https://www.imdb.com/name/nm7263035/?ref_=ext_shr_lnk] Films featuring Paige Bourne: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLs3nzQtBRZ84E49xRX85tYAWHJNWKc84s&si=APpE0nDWRGZjzwXB [https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLs3nzQtBRZ84E49xRX85tYAWHJNWKc84s&si=APpE0nDWRGZjzwXB]

Episode #30: Mia Katz

Welcome to the 30th episode of the Troubled Artists Podcast. In today’s episode, I’m interviewing actress, Mia Katz. Mia Katz is an actress, voice actor, and seamstress from the suburbs of Chicago. In May of 2021, I earned my Bachelor of Arts in Theatre Performance from Bradley University in Peoria, IL.  Mia Katz's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebluecarebear/?hl=en [https://www.instagram.com/thebluecarebear/?hl=en] Mia Katz’s IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm9854852/?ref_=ext_shr_lnk⁠ [https://www.imdb.com/name/nm9854852/?ref_=ext_shr_lnk%E2%81%A0] FILMS FEATURING MIA KATZ: Attack of the Corn Zombies (2023): https://tubitv.com/movies/100040794/attack-of-the-corn-zombies [https://tubitv.com/movies/100040794/attack-of-the-corn-zombies] Return of the Corn Zombies (2025) (Co-Directed): https://tubitv.com/movies/100043858/return-of-the-corn-zombies [https://tubitv.com/movies/100043858/return-of-the-corn-zombies]  Desperate Souls (2023): https://tubitv.com/movies/100011962/desperate-souls [https://tubitv.com/movies/100011962/desperate-souls] They Came Back from Somewhere (2023): https://tubitv.com/movies/100042826/they-came-back-from-somewhere [https://tubitv.com/movies/100042826/they-came-back-from-somewhere] Tagged (2022): https://tubitv.com/movies/673391/tagged [https://tubitv.com/movies/673391/tagged]

Episode #29: Sarah Glees

Welcome to the 29th episode of the Troubled Artists Podcast. In today's episode, I'm interviewing filmmaker Sarah Glees. Sarah Glees is a writer, director, producer from the Chicagoland area who recently graduated from Elmhurst University. Her latest short film, "Edelweiss" is currently collecting funds through Seed&Spark. Please donate if you can and/or share her film. We’ll be discussing her upbringings as an artist, her highlights and struggles in the film industry, and share advice for up and coming artists. Sarah Glee's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahglees?igsh=ZTJ4Nm1iZDk4N3Jl [https://www.instagram.com/sarahglees?igsh=ZTJ4Nm1iZDk4N3Jl] DONATE TO HER LATEST FILM "EDELWEISS" "Edelweiss" Seed and Spark Page: https://seedandspark.com/fund/edelweiss#story [https://seedandspark.com/fund/edelweiss#story] "Edelweiss" Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/edelweissshortfilm/ [https://www.instagram.com/edelweissshortfilm/]

Episode #28: Aixa Tovar

Welcome to the 28th episode of the Troubled Artists Podcast. In today's episode, I'm interviewing actress, writer, producer, and Founder of In Development, Aixa Tovar. Aixa Tovar is a writer, actor, and producer. Her work is rooted in culture, creativity, and a deep desire to bring underrepresented voices to the forefront. She has recently started a blog titled “In Development” that explores the creative process of building film and television projects from the ground up and the emotional reality of making art in an industry that’s always in motion. We'll be discussing her upbringings as an artist, our passion for Latino storytellers, navigating the film industry, and her experience on the hit Paramount+ show Landman. STREAM SEASONS 1 & 2 OF LANDMAN NOW STREAMING ON PARAMOUNT+ Aixa Tovar's Website: https://reddoorcollective.co/aixa-tovar [https://reddoorcollective.co/aixa-tovar] Aixa Tovar's IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm16500693/?ref_=ext_shr_lnk [https://www.imdb.com/name/nm16500693/?ref_=ext_shr_lnk] Aixa Tovar's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aixatovar?igsh=c2s0cXd3dmo1ZW9y [https://www.instagram.com/aixatovar?igsh=c2s0cXd3dmo1ZW9y] In Development Substack: https://open.substack.com/pub/indevelopmentblog?r=6ql0gw&utm_medium=ios [https://open.substack.com/pub/indevelopmentblog?r=6ql0gw&utm_medium=ios] The Mushroom Log Substack: https://open.substack.com/pub/aixatovar?r=6ql0gw&utm_medium=ios [https://open.substack.com/pub/aixatovar?r=6ql0gw&utm_medium=ios]