Although there’s tension between business and art, entrepreneurs and artists have notable similarities: They take risks, try new things, and are continually growing. On this show, we talk about the highs and lows of creating new businesses, new products, and new art. We also talk about the practices that keep us in the game, helping us focus on the real work.
Episodes
Wednesday Jun 21, 2023
Wednesday Jun 21, 2023
Emma Snyder, owner of The Ivy Bookshop and Bird in Hand Cafe & Bookstore, joined me this week to discuss her surprising journey to entrepreneurship, her earliest memories with books, how books can build connection and community, the brilliance of a great architectural design, and the feelings of empowerment that arise from learning to ask for help.
Writers and authors: Emma also threw in some tips for ways you can build connections with indy bookstores in your community.
The Ivy Bookshop: https://www.theivybookshop.com/
Bird in Hand Cafe & Bookstore: https://www.birdinhandcafe.com/
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This show is hosted by Tiffany Aurora: https://tiffanyaurora.com
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Thursday Jun 15, 2023
Thursday Jun 15, 2023
Aaron P. Dworkin is a poet, performing artist, social entrepreneur, author, filmmaker, philanthropist, 2005 MacArthur Fellow, and former dean and current Professor of Arts Leadership & Entrepreneurship at the University of Michigan's School of Music, Theatre & Dance.
On this episode, Aaron discussed reckoning with imposter syndrome, using the Lottery Test and Death Test to decide how to spend your time, questions to ask yourself when deciding whether to pursue your art as a full-time career, the importance of being an active participant in the dissemination of your own work, and the process he went through to create his latest collection of poetry, The Poetjournalist.
Aaron Dworkin: https://www.aarondworkin.com/
Purchase your copy of The Poetjournalist: https://www.amazon.com/Poetjournalist-Aaron-P-Dworkin/dp/1662938373
Arts Engines with Aaron Dworkin: https://artsengines.org/
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Wednesday May 24, 2023
Wednesday May 24, 2023
Elana Fishbein, a NYC-based improv performer, instructor, and executive coach, discusses finding her career path at 15, using improv to become a better speaker and communicator, the importance of psychological safety, and building a personal board of directors.
Elana Fishbein: https://www.elanafishbein.com/
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This show is hosted by Tiffany Aurora: https://tiffanyaurora.com
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Thursday May 18, 2023
Thursday May 18, 2023
Aikta Suri and Misty Dhillon, co-founders of Transformative Travel, discuss living on the edge of a Tiger reserve, how to approach travel so it can become a tool for transformation in your life, and tips for keeping your relationship strong when you run a business with your partner.
Transformative Travel: https://transformativetravel.ltd/
Schedule a Complimentary Consultation for a personal or business trip: https://transformativetravel.ltd/contact/
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This show is hosted by Tiffany Aurora: https://tiffanyaurora.com
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Friday Apr 21, 2023
Friday Apr 21, 2023
Jeremy Moore discusses his journey to becoming the executive pastry chef at the Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe Resort, Spa & Casino, the components needed to create an interesting dish, how to provide useful feedback, the best items to invest in for your home kitchen, and thru-hiking the Appalachian Trail.
Chef Jeremy Moore portfolio: https://chefjeremymoore.com/
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This show is hosted by Tiffany Aurora: https://tiffanyaurora.com
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Monday Mar 20, 2023
Monday Mar 20, 2023
Rob Grabow, Entrepreneur and Filmmaker, discusses his new film The Year of the Dog, the similarities between launching a startup and making a movie, what drives us as creatives, and helpful strategies for noticing when you need to slow down.
The Year of the Dog movie: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B7F9MLLX
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Monday Mar 06, 2023
Monday Mar 06, 2023
LoraLee Kodzo (LT Kodzo), Author and Public Speaker, talks about the craft of writing, writing for your audience, her work to prevent bullying and suicide, and how it feels to finally find your tribe.
Buy LoraLee's books: https://www.kodzobooks.com/
Locker 572 (approved curriculum): https://amzn.to/3SBWtrC
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Monday Feb 27, 2023
Monday Feb 27, 2023
Tony Parilla (A.M. Parilla), author of Peculiar Soul, Inheritors of Eschaton, and Grand Design, talks about what makes a memorable character, how to replenish your creative well when you're feeling stuck, and the importance of keeping the promises you make to your readers.
Latest from A.M. Parilla -
Grand Design Audiobook: https://www.audible.com/pd/Grand-Design-Audiobook/B0BS1Q8X9G
Become a Patron community member to support A.M. Parilla and get advance access to his current web novel, Peculiar Soul: https://www.patreon.com/TMarkos/posts?filters%5Btag%5D=Peculiar%20Soul
Purchase Tony's books
Grand Design: https://www.amazon.com/Grand-Design-M-Parilla/dp/1079931996/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=
Inheritors of Eschaton: https://www.amazon.com/Inheritors-Eschaton-M-Parilla/dp/B08XXFVJZ7/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=
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This show is hosted by Tiffany Aurora: https://tiffanyaurora.com
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Entrepreneurs & Artists
The Entrepreneurs & Artists podcast is an interview-based show featuring the creative forces behind business and the arts.
Although there's tension between business and art, entrepreneurs and artists have notable similtaries: They take risks, try new things, and are continually growing. On Entrepreneurs & Artists, we talk about the highs and lows of creating new businesses, new products, and new art. We also talk about the practices that keep us in the game, helping us focus on the real work.