Re-Creative: A podcast about inspiration and creativity

Author and critic Michael Antman joins Joe and Mark for Michael's second appearance on Re-Creative. After discussing Michael's novel, Cherry Whip: the Twentieth Anniversary Edition, recently released by Donovan Street Press, which features a Japanese protagonist, Michael explains the origin of his love for Japanese cul

This is a special re-broadcast of an episode of Re-Creative as a part of Podcasthon: "The world’s largest podcast charity initiative, bringing together podcasters globally to raise awareness for charitable causes." The charity we wish to support is Meals on Wheels. Ruth Abernethy, sculptor of some of the most iconic pu

The lads are joined by writer, director, comic book artist and creator Christian Gossett. Christian is on the show to champion the groundbreaking Akira Kurosawa  film, Seven Samurai (1954). But first, because it's near the holidays, they discuss their favorite Christmas movies.  Christian got an early chance to design

Spencer Evans is a working musician in Kingston, Ontario. He joins Mark and Joe to discuss the influence that Ray Charles had on him as piano player and entertainer, as well as the impact that Charles had on the history of music in America and the world. Spencer is an old pal of Mark’s, back from their days at Queen’s

Singer, podcaster and producer Lauren LoGrasso drops by to talk about one of her favorite pieces of music, Vienna, by Billy Joel. The song is having a bit of a renaissance for its age-positive message and it's had a huge influence on Lauren's own work in music. The Michigan State grad is a creative best known for her w

Joe and Mark are joined by Cathi Bond, Canadian writer, broadcaster and novelist. Joe and Cathi used to work together at the CBC, where Cathi was the “Video Diva.” She had a great gig, watching movies and talking about them on air. Music is another huge passion in Cathi's life, and informs her choice of art. It’s also