Artist Interviews

CR 069: The Haunting Art of Annie Owens

The painter and co-founder of the iconic Hi-Fructose Magazine discusses her creative process.

Oct 31 •

CR 068: Bruce Holsinger on ‘Culpability’ in the Age of AI

The author and professor discusses his latest page-turning thriller.

Oct 24 •

CR 067: Indie Band Whitehall on Songwriting, Side Hustles, and the Upside of Boredom

Whitehall frontman Paddy McKiernan and bass player Brennan Clark discuss the band’s new album, “National Finals Rodeo,” and their creative process.

Oct 17 •

CR 066: Ngozi Olandu Young on Makeup, Movies, and the Power of Chance Encounters

The makeup artist discusses her work on Spike Lee’s “Highest 2 Lowest,” and how a random meeting kick-started her impressive career.

Oct 10 •

CR 065: Musician Anderson Rocio on Making the Leap and Trusting the Lily Pad Will Appear

The singer-songwriter discusses her extraordinary upbringing, her passion for music education, and her efforts to support emerging artists.

Oct 3 •

CR 064: Steven Feinartz Discusses His Marc Maron Doc, ‘Are We Good?’

The director-producer on his long journey to bring Maron’s story of grief and humor to the screen.

Sep 26 •

CR 063: Maia Sharp on Writing from a ‘Playful, Inspired’ Place

The celebrated singer-songwriter discusses her 10th studio album, “Tomboy.”

Sep 19 •

CR 062: Dar Williams: ‘I love that I’m part of this group that is keeping it weird and diverse out there’

The acclaimed singer-songwriter and author discusses her new album, “Hummingbird Highway.”

Sep 12 •

CR 061: Karmann Sloane on the Art of Bringing Music to Life

The graphic artist known as Sketchy Goat discusses her work with some of music’s biggest names.

Sep 5 •

CR 060: L7’s Donita Sparks on 40 Years of Music and Mayhem

The legendary frontwoman talks about the 40th anniversary of L7 and her solo work.

Aug 29 •

CR 059: Jon Agee on Tackling Big Themes for Little Readers

The award-winning writer-illustrator discusses his career and his latest picture book, “George & Lenny Are Always Together.”

Aug 22 •

CR 058: Author Diane McKinney-Whetstone on the Joy of Not Knowing Where the Story Will Go

The critically acclaimed author discusses her writing process and her latest novel, “Family Spirit.”

Aug 15 •

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