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Journey of an Artist

The path to success is rarely a straight line. And the path to success as a creative professional? That line tends to be especially squiggly. In the new series, Journey of an Artist, singer-songwriter and poet, Emmeline, talks to creatives from all walks of life about their passions, their paths, and the persistence they’ve employed to reach a point of professional and personal fulfillment. Emmeline sits down with voice actors, poets, dancers, musicians, graphic designers, stylists, and more to discuss the decisions they’ve made, the challenges they’ve faced, the obstacles they’ve overcome, and where they’d like their vision to take them next. She also reinforces the belief that—with love, grit, perseverance, and an abundance of joy—anything is possible.You can live the life you want, the life that brings you the most joy, and Emmeline's guests are living proof. Episodes air every Sunday night at 5 PM CST on Deep Ellum Radio. Then, each episode is available as a podcast the very next day! For behind-the-scenes information and insights, follow Emmeline on Instagram at @EmmelineMusic.

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Telling the Stories of Your Heart with Serena Norr

January 20, 2025 • Emmeline; Serena Norr • Season 2 • Episode 11

"Creativity is healing."

How do we tackle life's biggest questions? How do we reconcile our own childhood experiences? How do we navigate trauma, and how can we use our own knowledge and experiences to help others?

In this episode, Emmeline sits down with the prolific playwright Serena Norr to talk about the ways in which art gives us agency. Serena shares how her childhood and her experiences as a mom have shaped her creative life--and tells us how she makes time in her busy schedule for creativity and how that time has transformed her life. They also talk in-depth about Serena's new, thought-provoking play, Agency for the Lost, and why the most important work we can do is the work of our hearts--not the work we think others want us to be doing.

To learn more about Serena Norr, or to follow her creative journey, visit her official website or follow her on Instagram. You can also purchase tickets to see her new play, Agency for the Lost, through The Tank NYC or follow the play on Instagram.

For behind-the-scenes information and more about Journey of an Artist, visit the Journey of Series official webpage, or follow Emmeline on social media at @EmmelineMusic.

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