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Creative Crossroads

Creative Crossroads

De : Catherine Dutton & Ellyn Zinsmeister
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Welcome to Creative Crossroads, where creators share their stories and processes. Each episode features conversations with artists, designers, and makers about their work, inspiration, and creative journey.

Join us to explore how ideas come to life and learn from creators who are shaping their fields. Creative Crossroads: Where makers meet, and ideas grow.

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    • Music, Quilts & Synesthesia with Chris Davies
      Nov 6 2025

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      In this episode of Creative Crossroads, hosts Ellyn and Catherine welcome their friend Chris Davies, a talented quilter and musician. Chris shares her journey from music to quilting, discussing her creative process, the impact of synesthesia on her art, and her inspirations. The conversation delves into how Chris transitioned from music to visual arts, her love for improvisation in quilting, and her thoughts on embracing the creative process without fear of failure. Listeners will find insights into Chris's unique approach to both quilting and music, as well as her philosophy on creativity and learning from both successes and failures.

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      00:00 Welcome to Creative Crossroads

      00:17 Meet Our Guest: Chris Davies

      01:01 Chris's Journey into Creativity

      01:31 The Influence of Music on Creativity

      02:33 Project Runway Inspiration

      04:57 Exploring Synesthesia

      07:43 Creative Challenges and Collaborations

      11:50 Finding Inspiration and Starting Projects

      16:55 Navigating Creative Blocks

      19:09 Reflecting on a Creative Childhood

      20:34 Starting with Improv Quilting

      22:19 Confidence in the Creative Process

      24:57 The Role of Synesthesia in Music and Quilting

      27:22 Encouraging New Creatives

      32:26 Current Projects and Future Plans

      34:16 Creative Spaces and Aspirations

      35:52 Final Thoughts and Farewell

      Thanks for joining us at Creative Crossroads! Keep creating and we'll see you again soon!

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      39 min
    • Culinary Creativity with Chef Lucas Trahan
      Oct 30 2025

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      In this episode of Creative Crossroads, host Alan introduces esteemed chef Lucas Trahan, the chef de cuisine at Ever, a Michelin-star restaurant. Lucas shares his journey from a young boy cracking eggs with his mom to becoming a rising star pastry chef in 2021. He reflects on the pressures of high standards set by his family and mentors and how these experiences shaped his approach to creativity and excellence in the kitchen. Lucas discusses the importance of authenticity in his culinary creations and the balance between maintaining high standards and fostering a positive, respectful kitchen environment. He also delves into his creative process, which involves setting parameters and iterating on ideas until they fit his vision. Lucas emphasizes that creativity often stems from simple, humble beginnings and is refined through practice and dedication. The episode concludes with a lighthearted discussion on the flavor of creativity and a reflection on Lucas's personal and professional growth.

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      00:00 Introduction to Lucas Trahan

      00:46 Lucas's Early Inspirations

      02:52 Finding Authenticity in Cooking

      03:49 Working with Chef Duffy

      07:07 Creative Process and Inspirations

      11:59 Kitchen Dynamics and Leadership

      18:33 Handling Creative Blocks

      21:56 The Formula for Creativity

      22:57 Balancing Creativity and Restraint

      24:14 The Importance of Structure

      25:14 Evaluating and Perfecting a Dish

      28:17 Innovative Dishes and Cooperative Creativity

      32:08 Evolving Creative Processes

      33:13 Humility in Creativity

      36:43 Advice to Younger Self

      38:52 The Flavor of Creativity

      39:50 Final Thoughts and Gratitude

      Thanks for joining us at Creative Crossroads! Keep creating and we'll see you again soon!

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      42 min
    • Exploring Personal Curriculums: Passion Projects and Creative Pursuits
      Oct 29 2025

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      In this episode of Creative Crossroads, hosts Catherine and Ellyn discuss their new personal curriculums and the subjects they are passionate about learning. Ellyn delves into her fascination with Frank Lloyd Wright, sharing insights from her visit to his winter camp in Arizona and the new Magnolia Network show, 'The Last Wright.' She also talks about collecting books on Wright's architecture. Catherine, on the other hand, is focused on updating her sexuality course, with a particular emphasis on the topic of consent. This work has led her to explore the evolution of societal concepts around creativity. Both emphasize the importance of personal creative projects and how they shape their artistic outputs. They also reflect on past experiences and how creativity has been a constant thread in their lives. The episode ends with a call to listeners to share their own learning journeys and personal curriculums.

      00:00 Introduction and Today's Topic

      00:27 Ellyn’s Fascination with Frank Lloyd Wright

      01:17 Exploring Frank Lloyd Wright's Legacy

      04:38 Catherine's Personal Curriculum on Creativity

      08:07 The Evolution of Creativity and Personal Experiences

      16:33 Art as a Personal and Political Outlet

      21:08 Creative Projects and Future Plans

      24:38 Conclusion and Viewer Engagement

      Thanks for joining us at Creative Crossroads! Keep creating and we'll see you again soon!

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      27 min
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