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Rochester Fringe Festival: A Conversation with Festival Producer Erica Fee - Just Can't Not

In this episode, Lunchador Co-Founder Chris Lindstrom (@stromie) interviews Erica Fee, the CEO and producer of the Rochester Fringe Festival! The Rochester Fringe Festival, heralded as New York State's largest multidisciplinary performing arts festival, serves as a vital platform for both emerging and established artists. The festival, taking place from September 9th to 20th, features an impressive array of nearly 650 performances, with approximately a quarter offered free of charge, making it accessible for all to enjoy. Mentions: rochesterfringe.com [https://rochesterfringe.com] - Three Heads Brewing (@three_heads_brewing) - Fee Brothers (@feebrothersofficial) - Gary Craig (@garycraig0483) Mentioned in this episode: Mind of Magnus Check out Mind of Magnus at magnusapollo.com, and leave him factoids at 585-310-2473! https://mind-of-magnus.captivate.fm Dialed In: A Coffee Podcast Get Dialed In to the world of coffee with Aaron and Wade! Tastings, coffee news and opinion and more! https://dialedincoffee.captivate.fm Joe Bean Roasters Joe Bean Coffee - Coffee that lifts everyone. Use promo code Lunchador for 15% off your order! https://shop.joebeanroasters.com

Mothering in the Dark: A Conversation with Molly & Rivkah

In this deeply personal episode of Behind the Studio Door, Molly discusses their upcoming duet exhibition with Rivkah Simcha. Mothering in the Dark is an intensely collaborative multidisciplinary art exhibition in which Molly and Rivkah present their non-traditional and raw experiences of motherhood. Their dialogue emphasizes the significance of artistic expression as a means of coping with the complexities of motherhood, and how the act of creation has become a form of survival for both of them. Through their collaborative efforts, they aim to honor the tender and vulnerable aspects of motherhood that are rarely acknowledged in mainstream narratives, fostering a space for shared experiences and validation among mamas. The show opens on August 28th 5-8pm at the Genesee Valley Council on the Arts (GVCA) in Mount Morris. See you there! Mentioned in this episode: Joe Bean Roasters Joe Bean Coffee - Coffee that lifts everyone. https://shop.joebeanroasters.com

Davida Rogers on Grief, Gore, and the Joy of Creating

In this episode, we talk with Davida Rogers about the raw, vivid power of personal expression through art. Known for her bold use of color and fearless themes that blend beauty with gore, Davida shares how her work has become a way to process big emotions — from grief to joy — and to make sense of what’s hard to put into words. We also dive into the complicated relationship many creatives have with the label “artist,” especially when faced with outside pressure to monetize what they make. Davida opens up about the role of community, the influence of her Sierra Leonean roots, and how making art became a lifeline. This episode is an invitation to start where you are, trust your voice, and redefine what it means to create on your own terms. Follow Davida on Instagram @khanya_sviesa Mentioned in this episode: Joe Bean Roasters Joe Bean Coffee - Coffee that lifts everyone. https://shop.joebeanroasters.com Mind of Magnus Artist Magnus Champlin Interviews guests sharing the stories and life adventures with the goal of expanding minds.

Erica Bryant and The Department of Dream Collection

In this episode, we sit down with collage and mixed media artist Erica Bryant to explore the mysterious terrain of dreams and how they show up in our waking lives. Erica shares how her fascination with vivid dream imagery led her to start capturing not only her own dreams, but the dreamscapes of others — turning the ephemeral into tangible works of art. We talk about what it means to honor the unconscious, how dreams shape identity, and why they often leave us with more questions than answers. This conversation is a celebration of intuition, inner worlds, and the messy beauty of translating the surreal into something you can hold in your hands. Erica's newest exhibition, Other People's Dreams, will be on display at RoCo Upstairs at the Rochester Contemporary Art Center from June 6 - 14, 2025. Find more info at https://www.rochestercontemporary.org/exhibitions/other-peoples-dreams/ [https://www.rochestercontemporary.org/exhibitions/other-peoples-dreams/] Mentioned in this episode: Joe Bean Roasters Joe Bean Coffee - Coffee that lifts everyone. https://shop.joebeanroasters.com Dialed In: A Coffee Podcast Get Dialed In to the world of coffee with Aaron and Wade! Tastings, coffee news and opinion and more! https://dialedincoffee.captivate.fm

Being a Serial Hobbyist with Hana Acabado of Filipinta Beauty

In this episode, we chat with Hana Acabado—a Filipino author, illustrator, packaging designer, and mom of two—about how she brings her whole self into her work. Hana is the founder of Filipinta Beauty, a playful, imaginative makeup brand that celebrates Filipino culture and serves as a creative playground for her ideas. She shares how her experience as an immigrant shapes both her art and entrepreneurship, and how she stays rooted in authenticity while navigating the beauty industry. We also talk about her children’s book My Mama is a Work of Art, which explores tattoos, kindness, and acceptance. Named one of the Top 25 Filipino Creatives of 2024, Hana opens up about storytelling, identity, and how honoring your culture through creativity can build powerful connections. https://filipinta.com [https://filipinta.com/] Mentioned in this episode: Joe Bean Roasters Joe Bean Coffee - Coffee that lifts everyone. https://shop.joebeanroasters.com Punches & Popcorn The masters of Couch Potato style Mike Huntone, Jason Bills, and Dr. Dominic D’Amore take a deep dive into the best and worst of martial arts films. https://punches-and-popcorn.captivate.fm/