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.
Episodes
54 episodes
Pivoting Your Creative Practices with Andrew Sherman
"I still have lots of goals." - Andrew Sherman Failure or redirection? Inside joke or opportunity? How can you reframe your creative experiences to ensure personal success? The life of a creative professional is full of bumps in...
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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Making the Music Industry Fun with Low Key Colors
"If you're not having a good time, what's the point?" SEO, social media presence, streaming numbers: these are all things in which musicians can become ensnared and with which musicians can become disenchanted if we let ourselves. In th...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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57:18
Developing an Open Mind and Healthy Work Ethic with Joe Phillips
"Say yes before you're ready--then figure it out." - Joe Phillips How do you get ahead in the entertainment industry? How can you build a lasting, meaningful career as a creative? As a musician, how can you find a sound that's unique to...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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Building a Creative Community with Janna Wilson
"We are all borne from love." - Janna Wilson We all know that creativity can be an essential processing tool in the toolbox for trauma survivors. But creation comes in all shapes and sizes!In this episode, founder of The Love Mi...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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51:18
Using Your Art as a Public Service with Michael Clay
"It's not about you all the time; it's about reading an audience." Your art isn't just something you do for fun; it's your legacy. The things we create are the things we give back to society. If we're musicians, our music has the power ...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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1:08:35
Creatively Making Your Arts Education Work for You with Amy Curnow & Marc Solomon
Journey of an Artist kicks off our brand new season with our first ever LIVE recording and audience!Do you ever feel like your education didn't quite prepare you for the creative life you want to lead? Maybe you feel like ...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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1:37:11
Using Adversity to Fuel Your Creativity with Sheppard
"We always want to leave people feeling hopeful."How do you stay passionate and persistent in the face of hardship? How do you keep from feeling discouraged when the universe seems to be throwing obstacle after obstacle in your path? Ho...
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Season 1
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Episode 47
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Using Your Voice to Honor Your Heroes with Lisa Nobumoto
"I'm just so grateful." That's what legendary jazz vocalist Lisa Nobumoto says over and over to Emmeline in this episode as she talks about her life as a touring vocalist, her time with masters like Teddy Edwards, and the creation of he...
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Season 1
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Episode 46
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1:16:20
Creating a Concept Album with John Flinchbaugh
Songwriters are storytellers. We're emotional photographers who capture the essence of a feeling in a multi-dimensional combination of words and music. We take a clever turn of phrase and pair it with an irresistible melody to create a memory--...
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Season 1
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Episode 45
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1:13:06
Creating Exciting Events and Spaces that Celebrate Art with Simon Pruitt
Being productive as a creative isn't about being perfect or being perfectly in control; it's about taking action.In this first episode of 2024, Emmeline sits down with Simon Pruitt--a 20-year-old writer, venue manager, and live music ev...
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Season 1
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Episode 44
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Finding Your Unique Voice as an Artist with Carly Carroll
When do you take the leap out of your comfort zone to invest in yourself?When do you give yourself permission to sound like you, and not like the people you've admired?What is the process by which your differences becom...
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Season 1
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Episode 43
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1:05:58
Creating Whatever Your Heart Desires with Matthew Broyles of The Matthew Show
"There's only going to be a certain portion in any given room of people who are broadcasting on the frequency I'm broadcasting on." - Matthew BroylesHow important is a niche in the creative arts? What should you do if you're inspired to...
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Season 1
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Episode 42
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1:01:32
Persistence in Publication and Having Fun Creatively with Adam D. Jones
"Clarity is important." Do you feel like there is a story inside of you that desperately needs to be told? Have you always wanted to publish a book, but felt discouraged by the difficulties of the publishing industry?In this epi...
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Season 1
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Episode 41
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1:17:09
Writing Your Own Creative Journey with Amy Andrews
"It is my responsibility to be in control of the narrative of my own life." Calling all women in entertainment! We all need the reminder that we're not alone in the messiness and imperfections of our creative pursuits. In this episode, ...
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Season 1
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Episode 40
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1:01:35
Building a Creative Nonprofit with Jacob Niemeier
"I just felt this itch..." Jacob Niemeier had a great, stable life. He had a job in his field that earned him a comfortable wage, a satisfying living situation, and lots of friends with whom he could hang out on the weekends. Deep down,...
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Season 1
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Episode 39
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55:18
Making Music Professionally with Brad Thompson
How do you make a living doing what you love in the creative arts? Can music really make full-time money?Brad Thompson has the answer.In this episode, Emmeline sits down with professional musician Brad Thompson of Brad Thompson ...
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Season 1
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Episode 38
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Creatively Addressing Mental Health Problems with Lauren O'Connor
"People really just need to be heard." - Lauren O'Connor. It's been a rough few years for mental health. The pandemic, the fear, the feelings of isolation, the political unrest--all of these have contributed to what sometimes feel...
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Season 1
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Episode 37
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1:00:20
Using Creativity to Navigate Grief with Angela & Tony Mendoza
"Lord, thank you for taking me through this journey. Grant me strength as I go through each day. Grant me a cheerful spirit and give me courage to do whatever needs to be done." - Angela Mendoza. Tony Mendoza was a CFO. His wife, Angela...
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Season 1
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Episode 36
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1:14:53
Finding Immortality in Art with Diane Miles & Johnice Ingram Parker
"We live in hope." Have you ever wondered how you can contribute to the arts if you don't feel like a traditional creative? Can you still make an impact if you're not the one drawing, or painting, or making music?Dr. Diane Miles...
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Season 1
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Episode 35
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55:46
Being a Creative Multi-Passionate Entrepreneur with Joseph Fisher-Schramm
"Authenticity is key." What do you do when you have so much creative energy that you can't possibly focus on just one project at a time? How do you balance all of your passion with your desire to stay sane?Jose...
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Season 1
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Episode 34
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57:41
Building a Creative Practice of Dedication with The Piano Keys
"How you do anything is how you do everything."Have you ever wanted to learn an instrument? Did you start learning? Did you immediately start to wonder why playing an instrument is so hard?This is your episode! ...
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Season 1
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Episode 33
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57:47
Sonic Innovation and Discovery with Blue Capricorn
If you're struggling with your artistic identity or contemplating a shift in a new direction, look no further. Blue Capricorn is here to empathize with you!In this episode of Journey of an Artist, Emmeline sits down with altern...
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Season 1
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Episode 32
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Creating a Meaningful Artistic Brand with Lamar Strait
“It’s normal to have ups and downs. That comes with the world. It’s how you handle those ups and downs.” - Lamar StraitDo you ever feel like you can't focus on just one thing? Do you ever feel like you have too many ideas and t...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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1:01:40
Creative Innovation in Medicine and Biochemistry with Mona Jhaveri
How to you fight for your dream in spite of the challenges? How do you use the obstacles as motivation? How can you turn roadblocks into new paths to success?In this episode, Emmeline and Dr. Mona Jhaveri tackle these questions and more...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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1:12:13
Overcoming Trauma to Maximize Your Creativity with Cryste DeShields
Are you seeking proof that God has a plan for you? Have setbacks or traumatic experiences discouraged you? Are you looking for ways to get back into your art?If you answered "yes" to any of those questions, Cryste DeShields has a ...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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