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The Creative Brew

Quantal Langfordwww.heliumradio.com
Providing inspiration, insights, and tips on your creative and entrepreneurial journey over a cup of coffee, tea or beer.

Episodes

OUT OF BOUNDS SERIES with Coach Tim Box

On this Out of Bounds episode I bring on Coach Tim Box, head coach of Palomar mens and women’s wrestling teams and the head coach of the Senior USA Beach Wrestling team. We chat about wrestling, developing wrestlers, with a mix of sci-fi, comic books and other conversations, with coffee from Baba Coffee in Carlsbad, CA. This was a great conversation with insights for coaches and wrestlers alike. Support Palomar Wrestling: https://www.blastathletics.com/teams/120699/sponsors/new?referred_by_id=30...

Mar 10, 202555 min

236. MAKE YOUR DREAMS WORTH IT WITH GOOD SOIL THEATRE

On this episode we share the journey of Emma Witz, the founder of Good Soil Theatre, based in Cleveland, TN. They are provide live theatre experiences in the city. Utilizing unactivated buildings and spaces they are using the arts to create unique interactive and dynamic experiences for audiences. She shares her love of theatre, the rigors of being a creative entrepreneur, and being resourceful. She talks about funding for theatre which can be tough to find and how she makes it work. Upcoming pe...

Feb 24, 202541 min

OUT OF BOUNDS SERIES I Derek Caldwell with CWA

On this Out of Bounds episode I chat with Derek Caldwell the founder/commissioner of Championship Wrestling Association, The Championship Wrestling Association is the premier professional folkstyle wrestling league in North America. We are creating opportunity for the American people to watch their favorite college wrestlers, in a style that is familiar to them. See wrestlers from your favorite college teams compete in a nine minute (3,3,3; yes you read that right), CWA folkstyle match. We are b...

Feb 17, 202538 min

235. What lights your heart with Sierra Marin

On this episode with talk with talk with musical luminary Sierra Marin on her journey from embracing the dark moments in her life, to a pivotal moment that pushed her towards music that empowers and uplifts humanity. Sierra shares some inspiration, creative tips and words of wisdom for our audience. Check out more about her, music, mentorship and more at www.sierramarinmusic.com You can follow Sierra on IG @sierramarinmusic SHARE, SUBSCRIBE, COMMENT AVAILABLE ON SPOTIFY, SOUNDCLOUD, APPLE PODCAS...

Feb 17, 202549 min

OUT OF BOUNDS SERIES with Rich Dalton

In this Out of Bounds series of the Creative Brew we share stories with Rich Dalton, a former wrestler and now black belt karate teacher at Champion Eyes in Oceanside, Ca. We talk about a variety of subjects from wrestling, mentorship, to drones and UAPs flying around. This is Out of Bounds. You can connect with Rich on IG @rich_dalton77 Support the show at www.buymeacoffee.com/thecreativebrew

Feb 12, 202555 min

234. Wrestling And Mat Clash Card Game

This is from a previously released episode on the BMoneyBeastin Podcast. We talked about the sport of wrestling, my career and the Mat Clash card game that we co-created together. Great conversation and I hope you take something from it. If you want to get the new card game you can shop online here: https://bmoneybeastin.com/collections/mat-clash

Feb 11, 20251 hr 5 min

233. Creating Connections with New Horizon Coffee

On this episode with talk with Rosie Luciano, a criminal justice and social work graduate, and found out that there were limited resources for helping people that’s been in human trafficking to build a life of their own. As the founder of New Horizon Coffee based out of the Dallas, Texas area, this was hatched around her love for coffee and helping create awareness for human trafficking in Texas. Texas currently ranks 2nd in the nation in human trafficking cases. We talk about how this idea blos...

Jan 28, 202527 min

232. WHO'S IN YOUR CORNER?

On this episode and the last one for 2024, this is a short inspirational episode for you going into the new year. The context of this episode is taken from my experience with the sport of wrestling. Competing or coaching for most of my life, gaining important life lessons along the way. This lesson being that you could have a lot of people in your personal circle-family, friends, associates, fans, etc. In the coaches corner, it’s small triangular area. Enough for a few people maximum. This is re...

Dec 24, 202413 min

TBT. STAYING CONSISTENT WITH MARGARET CHIARO

On this episode we bring on Margaret Chiaro, Margaret Alexis Chiaro was born in York, Pennsylvania. She attained a cum laude BFA from the University of Arizona and received her MFA from the New York Academy of Art. She currently resides in Oceanside, CA and is a working artist and art instructor. Margaret uses figurative painting to invite the viewer to enter a unique world or moment. Spending hundreds of hours on a single piece, painting everything by hand in traditional techniques, she obsessi...

Dec 17, 202434 min

STAYING CONSISTENT WITH MARGARET CHIARO

On this episode we bring on Margaret Chiaro, Margaret Alexis Chiaro was born in York, Pennsylvania. She attained a cum laude BFA from the University of Arizona and received her MFA from the New York Academy of Art. She currently resides in Oceanside, CA and is a working artist and art instructor. Margaret uses figurative painting to invite the viewer to enter a unique world or moment. Spending hundreds of hours on a single piece, painting everything by hand in traditional techniques, she obsessi...

Dec 17, 202434 min

231. Focus on what’s in front of you

Ian McEwen is the owner and chief consultant at The Truth Quarry, an independent brand consultancy that channels the principles of combat sports and martial arts to enhance business technique, strength, and performance through the power of Brand. As a Level C certified Brand Specialist, Ian excels in strategy, positioning, naming, and identity design, conditioning brands to reach their higher potential because in the end, strong brands = strong business. Additionally, he serves as the Design & D...

Dec 03, 202459 min

BACK AGAIN WITH LEON DAWES

We sit back down with my friend and creator Leon Dawes, a comic book creator, fashion designer and model. Leon shares what’s going on right now in his creative journey. From moving to a new location to producing a new issue of this book series. We talk about relationships, being in the right environment, and being blessed to live in a country that allows us to express our truths. He also shares some creative tips and words of wisdom for you. You can find him on social media or on IG @leonc.l.daw...

Nov 27, 202450 min

Get your Bad Ideas Out first with Cosmic Bloom Coffee

We sit with Omar and Luis, two creative masterminds behind Cosmic Bloom Coffee, creating one of a kind coffee experiences out of a little artsy shop in Vista, Ca. Cosmic Bloom began early 2023 with friends who had worked in specialty coffee, grew up in North County San Diego with a drive to push the limits in flavor. Their journey has brought them from serving coffee to our local Vista community to delivering coffee across the US. Growing up in the skate, music and art community, their brand is ...

Nov 21, 202430 min

Getting Involved with the Youth with Frank Thevney

Frank Thevney, has been around coaching and sports for years. As a board member of the Vista Little League Baseball organization he’s helping guide hundreds of kids, building social, mental and physical skills to put them in a position to succeed in life. We talk about being involved as a parent of a youth athlete. He also shares his creative tips and words of wisdom. You can find him on social media or on IG @fv25 Signups are starting now for Little League baseball at https://www.vistalittlelea...

Nov 20, 202415 min

Focus on the Small things with Kaylie Wall

Kaylie Wall, is a the owner of Studio Barre Carlsbad a fitness and boutique studio. Focusing on a variety of fast paced, calorie burning and fun workouts for beginners to advanced exercise enthusiasts and athletes. We talk about her origin story, special deals with the studio, creative tips and ending words of wisdom for our audience. You can find her on social media or on IG @studiobarrecarlsbad Sign up for and try it out at Carlsbad.studiobarre.com SHARE, SUBSCRIBE, COMMENT AVAILABLE ON SPOTIF...

Nov 18, 202415 min

226. Jiu Jitsu, Creativity, and Robots with Travis Sevilla

Travis Sevilla, is a man of many talents. A creator, jiu jitsu practitioner, art teacher and more. He shares his story how he got into the arts, learning and teaching jiu jitsu, His Robot art series he started around 2020. He shares his creative tips and ending words of wisdom for listeners. You can find him on social media on IG @travkat75 SHARE, SUBSCRIBE, COMMENT This audio only episode is available on AVAILABLE ON SPOTIFY, SOUNDCLOUD, APPLE PODCASTS SUPPORT THE SHOW www.buymeacoffee.com/TheC...

Nov 04, 20241 hr 8 min

225. E.S. Scrivner

This episode we talk with the author of the new fantasy book called Winter’s Haven from E.S. Scrivner. He shares his origin story and roots in comic books and fantasy and how the concept for the book was formed. He shares his thoughts on creativity, the resistance of writing, finding the resources needed to produce the book, creative tips and more. You can purchase his book on Amazon at: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DFYH5PTP You can find him on social media on IG or FB @e.s.scrivner SHARE, SUBSCR...

Oct 27, 202440 min

224. Thoughts and Inspiration

This episode was actually more of some thoughts that was on my mind-a mix of creativity, and inspiration. Sharing a little Tuesday insight and creative inspiration for you. SHARE, SUBSCRIBE, COMMENT This audio only episode is available on AVAILABLE ON SPOTIFY, SOUNDCLOUD, APPLE PODCASTS SUPPORT THE SHOW www.buymeacoffee.com/TheCreativeBrew (New art book) Worlds within Worlds digital Art book available at: https://books.apple.com/us/book/worlds-within-worlds/id6502226996 Or get the physical book ...

Oct 22, 202422 min

TBT. Who's Your Alter Ego

On this episode we are talking about your alter ego and who you represent could help you get to the next level in your creative quest. Black Mamba, Sasha Fierce (Beyonce), The Rock, Adele. These names are synonymous with various attributes, qualities, demeanor, strengths, and resilience. And what you believe to be true has incredible effects on your mind and your body. The Batman Effect refers to the finding that children perform better on a challenging task if they pretend to be someone else, s...

Oct 15, 202422 min

223. Monica Martin

This episode we bring on artist Monica Martin. A self-taught artist, she has built a unique creative life around the lessons, connections and consistency that has allowed her to build a gift card business, license her artwork and teach others the value of art and creativity. She shares her journey from being divorced to starting over and building her art skills. She talks about her journey into licensing, which I encourage others to try out, creative tips and ending words of wisdom. You can see ...

Oct 01, 202452 min

222.Randi Nuanes

This episode we bring on artist Randi Nuanes. With her heritage being of the Luiseno Tribe that’s been in Oceanside for thousands of years, she infuses her heritage and emotion into each brush stroke. Recently exhibiting her work at a local gallery with Studio Ace Arts, she plans on showing more work at upcoming exhibits and events. We talk about her upbringing, social anxiety, spirituality, and more on this episode. This was recorded live at Baba Coffee, so if you hear a little background noise...

Sep 24, 202434 min

221. EVAN GOLDEN I CREATOR OF LANI COMICS

This episode we bring on San Diego based indie comic publisher, Evan Golden. He’s the creator of Lani Comics. He share’s his origin story and why he created Lani Comics. We talk about his creative process, writers block, making a story for you first, creative tips and more. He has an upcoming book signing at Oceanside Comic Stronghold in Nov and will be at some other local events coming up like the San Diego Comic Fest in October. You can follow him, see artwork, content on IG @lanicomics or pur...

Sep 17, 202435 min

TBT. Creating Greatness with Robert Prasch

On this episode we share the story of creator Robert Prasch-a former convict-has radically transformed his life. He believes everyone can create their own personal greatness and his aptly named podcast channel “Creating Greatness” shows how you can do it. We talked about his insights, creative tips and words of wisdom. You can connect with him on IG @ kingacomebakks or FB @Robert Prasch, Jr. to check out his content and podcast. SHARE, SUBSCRIBE, COMMENT BECOME A MEMBER OF THE SHOW www.buymeacof...

Sep 10, 202443 min

Beauty in the Imperfections

This episode was from a conversation with the owner of Sands Coffee Roasters, a new coffeeshop in Oceanside. As we were chatting he was telling me the story of how his make shift coffee trailer came to be. A labor of love, he showed me all the edges where he put things together, he didn’t say it was perfect, but there was an inner beauty in the imperfections. When he shared that to me I knew I had my next episode. This also goes back to the philosophy of kintsugi or learning how to mend broken p...

Sep 04, 202419 min

TBT.Building Community with Art House Project

On this throwback episode We chat with Beth, Becky, Kevin, and Lila with the Art House Project, an art collective with Art is Here Partnership and Hetzel Art Studios in Cleveland, TN. They share their story of how the Art House project was conceived, what they offer, and some of the artists-like Lila that’s in residency there. They share some of their plans, creative tips and ending words of wisdom for our audiences.Brewing some inspiration for your week! They are also hosting the Comic Pop Cult...

Aug 27, 20241 hr 17 min

Willingness

219. Talk with Freedom Jiu Jitsu This episode was a previously recorded talk that I had at Freedom Jiu Jitsu about a month ago. I had done a seminar there then spoke to them about the core concepts of wrestling/jiu jitsu. Having the willingness to learn something new, and apply it in your life either on the mats or off. Annoucements: My good friend Jarrod Dunn founder of the T.A.P. House, helping people that’s been recently released from jail, building them back up to become productive people in...

Aug 20, 202410 min

You Don't Start Off At The Mountaintop

This episode the context of this topic is based from a talk that Coach Timmy Box, the head coach at Palomar College and the US National Beach Wrestling coach gave after a practice, along with some insights from watching the Olympic Games and seeing the array of world-level talent on display for everyone to witness. Many times we find ourselves comparing our circumstances to others. We all have our mountains to climb. Some get to the top faster than others, if you can stay consistent, resilient, ...

Aug 13, 202418 min

TBT. Tap into your Purpose with Jarrod Dunn

On this episode we bring on Jarrod Dunn, an entrepreneur and founder of the TAP (Transitional Accountability Program) House, a program working with inmates looking to get themselves in an environment that teaches skills, shelter and resources, allowing them to enter back into society with a better foundation. This program sits close to the chest with him being a former inmate and addict, and he knows that if he had a program like this when he was released, he knows he would’ve been in a better s...

Aug 06, 202452 min

WHAT'S YOUR ANCHOR

On this episode I share a story from my recent travels on the east coast. I usually have the opportunity to do wrestling clinics while I’m back in my hometown of Cleveland, TN. At the end of the clinic we did some team relays, but the results of it turned into the context of this new episode. It’s not how you start, it’s how you finish. When things get rough from time to time, feeling anxious, nervous about the future or an opportunity, or maybe not having the best of days, what do you get ancho...

Jul 30, 202423 min

TAP INTO YOUR PURPOSE WITH JARROD DUNN

On this episode we bring on Jarrod Dunn, an entrepreneur and founder of the TAP (Transitional Accountability Program) House, a program working with inmates looking to get themselves in an environment that teaches skills, shelter and resources, allowing them to enter back into society with a better foundation. This program sits close to the chest with him being a former inmate and addict, and he knows that if he had a program like this when he was released, he knows he would’ve been in a better s...

Jul 09, 202452 min
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