FD TEA #16 - Roxanne Amhof & Jacob Pedersen | Fort Dodge Choral Society

FD TEA #20 - Larry Mitchell & Buzz Powers | Comedia Musica Players

Shelly and Peter sit down with the legendary Larry Mitchell and Buzz Powers to discuss the founding of Comedia Musica Players, fun moments on stage, how musicals have changed over time, the best parts about live performances, and more! 🎤 Larry Mitchell - Co-founder of the Comedia Musica Players and one of the most influential figures in Fort Dodge’s music and theater scene. With over 80 productions directed and decades of teaching and mentorship, his impact has shaped generations of performers in Iowa. 🎤 Buzz Powers - Past board member of Hawkeye Community Theatre and longtime director/performer with Hawkeye and Comedia Musica Players. 🔗 Follow Comedia Musica Players: Website: https://www.comediamusica.com/ [https://www.comediamusica.com/] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/comediamusicaplayers [https://www.facebook.com/comediamusicaplayers] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/comedia_musica [https://www.instagram.com/comedia_musica] X: https://twitter.com/comedia_musica [https://twitter.com/comedia_musica] 🎨 Follow Fort Dodge Fine Arts Association: Website: https://www.fdfineartsassociation.org [https://www.fdfineartsassociation.org] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fortdodgefinearts [https://www.facebook.com/fortdodgefinearts] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fdfineartsassociation/ [https://www.instagram.com/fdfineartsassociation/] X: https://twitter.com/fdfinearts [https://twitter.com/fdfinearts] YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FortDodgeFineArts [https://www.youtube.com/@FortDodgeFineArts] 🎨 Support the Fort Dodge Fine Arts Association - Continued Programming: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/fdfaa [https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/fdfaa] #FDFAA #FDTEA #FortDodge #Iowa #Art #Arts #Artist #IowaArt #Podcast #IowaPodcast #ArtPodcast #ArtTalk #LocalArt #SupportLocal #VisitFortDodge #WEinWEbster #DelightfulDodge #DodgeTheOrdinary #ThisIsFortDodge

FD TEA #19 - Nate McCubbin & Sabrynn Ulrich | Shiny Top Brewing

Shelly and Peter adventure to Shiny Top Brewing in Fort Dodge, Iowa. This episode they are joined by Nate McCubbin and Sabrynn Ulrich. They discuss how Shiny Top has expanded and changed over the years, the rotating artwork at Shiny Top, the different beers they have made, their amazing pizza and food selection, and more! 🎤 Nate McCubbin - Nate McCubbin is the co-owner of ShinyTop Brewing, a craft brewery and live music venue in Fort Dodge, Iowa. He has played a key role in building a community-focused space that supports local artists, musicians, and events in North Central Iowa. 🎤 Sabrynn Ulrich - Sabrynn Ulrich is a longtime bartender at ShinyTop Brewing. As part of the Shiny Top team, she helps create the friendly, music-driven atmosphere the venue is known for. - 🔗 Follow Shiny Top Brewing: Website: https://www.shinytopbrewing.com [https://www.shinytopbrewing.com] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ShiningNoggin/ [https://www.facebook.com/ShiningNoggin/] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shinytopbrewing/ [https://www.instagram.com/shinytopbrewing/] X: https://www.twitter.com/shinytopbrewing - 🎨 Follow Fort Dodge Fine Arts Association: Website: https://www.fdfineartsassociation.org [https://www.fdfineartsassociation.org] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fortdodgefinearts [https://www.facebook.com/fortdodgefinearts] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fdfineartsassociation/ [https://www.instagram.com/fdfineartsassociation/] X: https://twitter.com/fdfinearts [https://twitter.com/fdfinearts] YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FortDodgeFineArts [https://www.youtube.com/@FortDodgeFineArts] 🎨 Support the Fort Dodge Fine Arts Association - Continued Programming: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/fdfaa [https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/fdfaa] #FDFAA #FDTEA #FortDodge #Iowa #Art #Arts #Artist #IowaArt #Podcast #IowaPodcast #ArtPodcast #ArtTalk #LocalArt #SupportLocal #VisitFortDodge #WEinWEbster #DelightfulDodge #DodgeTheOrdinary #ThisIsFortDodge

FD TEA #18 - Megan Cassady & Alyssa Sparks | Stage Door Productions

Shelly and Peter are joined by Megan Cassady and Alyssa Sparks of Stage Door Productions. We discuss Megan and Alyssa's background in the arts and music, the founding of Stage Door Productions, fun stories from past performances, looking forward to their upcoming play Matilda Jr., and more! 🎤 Megan Cassady - Megan is an active member of Stage Door Productions in Fort Dodge, Iowa, where she contributes her time and talent to bringing local theatre productions to life. She is passionate about supporting the arts and helping create meaningful experiences for the community. 🎤 Alyssa Sparks - Alyssa is involved with Stage Door Productions in Fort Dodge, Iowa, and enjoys being part of the collaborative effort that makes community theatre possible. She is dedicated to fostering creativity and strengthening the local arts scene. 🔗 Follow Stage Door Productions: Website: https://www.stagedoorfd.org [https://www.stagedoorfd.org] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stagedoorfd/ [https://www.facebook.com/stagedoorfd/] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stagedoorfd/ [https://www.instagram.com/stagedoorfd/] 🎨 Follow Fort Dodge Fine Arts Association: Website: https://www.fdfineartsassociation.org [https://www.fdfineartsassociation.org] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fortdodgefinearts [https://www.facebook.com/fortdodgefinearts] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fdfineartsassociation/ [https://www.instagram.com/fdfineartsassociation/] X: https://twitter.com/fdfinearts [https://twitter.com/fdfinearts] YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FortDodgeFineArts [https://www.youtube.com/@FortDodgeFineArts] 🎨 Support the Fort Dodge Fine Arts Association - Continued Programming: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/fdfaa [https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/fdfaa] #FDFAA #FDTEA #FortDodge #Iowa #Art #Arts #Artist #IowaArt #Podcast #IowaPodcast #ArtPodcast #ArtTalk #LocalArt #SupportLocal #VisitFortDodge #WEinWEbster #DelightfulDodge #DodgeTheOrdinary #ThisIsFortDodge

FD TEA #17 - Alex Nguyen, April Cowell, & Jolene Hays | Flour & Bloom Iowa

Shelly and Peter head to Flour & Bloom Iowa to learn more about the different projects they have going on. Alex, April, and Jolene discuss how the business started, incorporating crafts and studios, planning new events, adding a baking element, and more! 🎤 Alex Nguyen - Baker at Flour and Bloom Iowa 🎤 April Cowell - Properties at Flour and Bloom Iowa 🎤 Jolene Hays - Flowers at Flour and Bloom Iowa - 🔗 Follow Flour & Bloom Iowa: Website: https://flourandbloomiowa.com [https://flourandbloomiowa.com] Facebook - Flour & Bloom Iowa: https://www.facebook.com/p/Flour-and-Bloom-Iowa-61568943305753/ [https://www.facebook.com/p/Flour-and-Bloom-Iowa-61568943305753/] Facebook - Flour & Bloom Bakes: https://www.facebook.com/p/Flour-Bloom-61565548913319/ [https://www.facebook.com/p/Flour-Bloom-61565548913319/] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/flourandbloomiowa/ [https://www.instagram.com/flourandbloomiowa/] Pinterest: https://in.pinterest.com/flourandbloomiowa/ [https://in.pinterest.com/flourandbloomiowa/] 🎨 Follow Fort Dodge Fine Arts Association: Website: https://www.fdfineartsassociation.org [https://www.fdfineartsassociation.org] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fortdodgefinearts [https://www.facebook.com/fortdodgefinearts] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fdfineartsassociation/ [https://www.instagram.com/fdfineartsassociation/] X: https://twitter.com/fdfinearts [https://twitter.com/fdfinearts] YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FortDodgeFineArts [https://www.youtube.com/@FortDodgeFineArts] 🎨 Support the Fort Dodge Fine Arts Association - Continued Programming: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/fdfaa [https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/fdfaa] #FDFAA #FDTEA #FortDodge #Iowa #Art #Arts #Artist #IowaArt #Podcast #IowaPodcast #ArtPodcast #ArtTalk #LocalArt #SupportLocal #VisitFortDodge #WEinWEbster #DelightfulDodge #DodgeTheOrdinary #ThisIsFortDodge

FD TEA #16 - Roxanne Amhof & Jacob Pedersen | Fort Dodge Choral Society

Shelly and Peter sit down with Roxanne Amhof and Jacob Pedersen of the Fort Dodge Choral Society to talk about their personal journeys with music and live singing, the history and mission of the Choral Society, and the moments that make community-based performance so meaningful. From memorable concerts to the power of singing together, this conversation celebrates local music and the people who sustain it. 🎤 Roxanne Amhof - A dedicated member of the Fort Dodge Choral Society whose passion for live vocal performance and community music has helped shape the organization’s legacy. 🎤 Jacob Pedersen - A dedicated member of the Fort Dodge Choral Society. Artistic Director of the Fort Dodge Choral Society, leading the ensemble in performance and musical direction for the 2025–2026 season. 🔗 Follow Fort Dodge Choral Society: Website: https://fdchoralsociety.org [https://fdchoralsociety.org] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FDChoralSociety.org [https://www.facebook.com/FDChoralSociety.org] YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FortDodgeChoralSociety [https://www.youtube.com/@FortDodgeChoralSociety] 🎨 Follow Fort Dodge Fine Arts Association: Website: https://www.fdfineartsassociation.org [https://www.fdfineartsassociation.org] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fortdodgefinearts [https://www.facebook.com/fortdodgefinearts] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fdfineartsassociation/ [https://www.instagram.com/fdfineartsassociation/] X: https://twitter.com/fdfinearts [https://twitter.com/fdfinearts] YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FortDodgeFineArts [https://www.youtube.com/@FortDodgeFineArts] 🎨 Support the Fort Dodge Fine Arts Association - Continued Programming: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/fdfaa [https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/fdfaa] #FDFAA #FDTEA #FortDodge #Iowa #Art #Arts #Artist #IowaArt #Podcast #IowaPodcast #ArtPodcast #ArtTalk #LocalArt #SupportLocal #VisitFortDodge #WEinWEbster #DelightfulDodge #DodgeTheOrdinary #ThisIsFortDodge