Whats The Deal With Creativity? Brian Doney

Punk band Blatant Finger has a tight album Full On Empty but where do they go from there? What did they learn from this one to top themselves next time? Brian Doney asks these questions to band members Tom Barrett, Marc Cerana, Cary Aldridge, and Fred Sarginger. The conversation includes talking about their process on working together to … More Episode 21 – Blatant Finger

Despite winning the Columbus Funny Bone competition Henry Allen is still learning who he is as a comedian and a person. Henry connects with Brian Doney about how they both began stand up at 17 and the crazy lessons they’ve learned about comedy on and off stage. Henry discusses about writing comedic songs and sketches, … More Episode 20 – Henry Allen

Brian Doney noticed that after drinking for a year he didn’t learn much about it because people would give advice while he was drunk. So this time Brian asked the Bossy Grrl’s bartender, Griffin Browning, if he could interview him about the art of mixology. Griffin agreed and decided to show Brian his creative process … More Episode 19 – Griffin Browning

Before recently moving to New Orleans, Lauren Bencaz became one of Columbus’ favorite stand up comedians with her tired baby persona and a vocal fry voice that is actually her real voice! On the show she talks about starting out, her stories of becoming a stand up comedian, her writing process, and what she is … More Episode 18 – Lauren Bencaz

Reposting a podcast about Mitch Hedberg’s life and comedy. This was originally posted a year ago with guests Bianca Moore and Becky Brown talking about what Mitch Hedberg meant for them. Whether you’re a Mitch Hedberg fan or new to him this is a good podcast to listen to because you’ll hear some of his best jokes … More Bonus Episode – Mitch Hedberg Anamnesis with Bianca Moore and Becky Brown

The alternative, psychedelic, and instrumental Rosalie’s Lucid Dream is made up of two brothers, Micah and Christian Foster. The two talk about how they go to great lengths to discover new sounds to make simple, beautiful melodies in their music. The conversation also takes a turn to how being inventive can be lonely or a … More Episode 17 – Rosalie’s Lucid Dreams

To celebrate winning the podcast award from Columbus Laughs, Brian talks to William Mount, producer and co-host of Sounds of Bustown and Podcast in a Half Shell. Will has been celebrating the creativity of the Columbus music scene by podcasting and talks with us about the struggles and joys you get from doing a podcast. … More Episode 16 – William Mount

What happens to comedians when they move to a bigger city? Setoiyo is here to shed some light on the transition from Columbus to Philadelphia and what happens to the creative process along the way. He also discusses his belief that hard work, challenging yourself, and determination get you only so far if you don’t remember first: … More Episode 15 – Setoiyo

Daidria Eckels has been transitioning from freelance/commission art work back to creating art for herself and the results are: Truth. Daidria enjoys challenging the world to acknowledge true life experiences, emotions, and values. Usually creating shocking but brave and insightful self-portraits. Daidria Eckels has most of her art on her website here! You can also … More Episode 14 – Daidria Eckels

With new theme music from Soundtrack ’96 Brooke Cartus talks about being a lesbian comedian-lawyer-singer Lady. Brooke goes into depth about PC crowds, handling hecklers, and developing a stage persona. Brooke Cartus has a CD Size L for Lady available on iTunes, a column available at Outlook Ohio Dyke Like Me, and will be headlining Camelot Cellars February … More Episode 13 – Brooke Cartus

Over 200 art pieces are being brought together for one purpose: The good of cat kind in Columbus! At the 400 building Angela, Tona, and Mona are organizing an art gallery and auction for Colony Cats and have been accepting art work from anyone anywhere. They talk about how they bring this large gallery together, … More Episode 12 – The Amazing Cat Show

Peter Brieck is the 2015 Fall Winner of the Funniest Person in Columbus Competition! He talks about doing physical comedy in his act and how he writes for it. As Peter evolves more as a comedian he wants to address more serious topics in his life on stage and how it can be difficult to … More Episode 11 – Peter Brieck

Although Columbus has a relatively small pop scene but that doesn’t mean it isn’t bursting with talent. Dasan Valentine is a fresh face in the pop/soul genre with a powerhouse voice. With the help of his partner and song writer Mike Arndt, the two are on the way to becoming the biggest stars out of … More Episode 10 – Dasan Valentine & Mike Arndt

Tiffany Harrell is the creative mind behind TiffaZilla Designs. She specializes in using color pencil, pastel, airbrush, and charcoal. Her theme is to use vibrant colors to help reveal the light within darkness. She discusses on crossing art mediums, paying attention to yourself to find an artistic voice, and using honesty to create good art. … More Episode 9 – Tiffany “TiffaZilla” Harrell

Comedian, Blogger, and now Author Chris Coen talks with Brian about writing his debut comedy book Stuff To Read While You Sh*t  Chris talks about his writing process for stand-up and blogging. How to maintain a blog and how much of a pain in the ass it is to write a book. There is also a reading … More Episode 8 – Chris Coen

Brian sits down with band members Nick Messer, Bud McCloskey, and Chaz Finster of Soundtrack ’96 the band that’s been providing music for the show since Episode 2. The conversation reveals the origins of the band and how they evolved into a “Skrunk” favorite in Columbus. Be sure to check out Soundtrack ’96 at Bossy … More Episode 7 – Soundtrack ’96

  Chaz Hahn is the Meat Cook at the fancy Spagio restaurant. Before that he has had a hand in many service restaurants around Grandview and High St. as anything from a busboy, to a bartender, and cook. His hard work as a cook is to make you the customer happy and Chaz understands that satisfying … More Episode 6 – Chaz Hahn

Jason Banks is a great comedian who currently resides in Westerville. He regularly hosts the Columbus Funny Bone open-mic and has worked with names such as Bruce Bruce, Gary Owen, and Joey Diaz. His joke writing is something to be admired and is outrageously funny. Before coming to Columbus he learned his stand-up chops and … More Episode 5 – Jason Banks

Musician Sarah Cooperider is a talent whose charming personality and off the cuff humor has gotten her chances to work with LGBT, Pride, burlesque groups and music shows all around Columbus. She talks about her drive to be creative and pursue music. It’s her bravery to do what she wants that has gotten her to … More Episode 4 – Sarah Cooperider

Joshua Reppart is a talented self taught painter who one day decided to take his gift and use it to help others which is how the Art, Mind & Soul art classes began. With these classes Joshua helps others with mental illness, drug abuse, and PTSD by giving them a safe place to express themselves. Through … More Episode 3 – Joshua Reppart