Ali & Callie Artcast

Ep 63: Max Daniels, Lead Singer for Nu Jack City

What a great conversation with Max Daniels, one of our favorite performers at the Riverstone Summer Concert Series with his band, Nu Jack City. We get to know him a little better, talking about his life, his family, his music and what is next all while visiting his beautiful home and recording in his own recording studio.

Watch for the release of “A Better Man”, Max’s first and only album due hopefully out for the holidays.

For more on Nu Jack City, check out their Facebook page at facebook.com/njcband

Ep. 62: Kevin and Patti Jester, multi-talented artists

What fun to sit down with Kevin and Patti Jester, both very talented people in art, architecture and gardening. We got to talk to Kevin about his Architecture and transitioning to artist as a pastel and oil painter. And Patti who's garden is the stuff of legends, and who also has transitioned to artist as a watercolorist. A fun conversation about how what they do directly reflects who they are, plus the upcoming Coeur d'Alene Artists Studio Tour coming this weekend, and Kids Draw Architecture coming in September.

For more information about the Studio Tour visit artsandculturecda.org/artists-studio-tour.

For more information about Kids Draw Architecture (and to register) visit artsandculturecda.org/kids-draw-architecture.

Ep. 61: Michael Horswill, artist and NIC Art Instructor

It is always so refreshing to talk to one of our VERY talented artists. Michael Horswill is a life-long student of art, continually exploring and uniting processes and materials to create intricate artwork for gallery exhibitions and larger public installations in the Inland Northwest region. He is a fine artist in the Northwest, and a tenured professor of art at North Idaho College.

He is struck by the reoccurring wonder of how curious things have a way of finding one another, as if they are seeking their other life, reminding us through their beauty that everything is deeply connected. He currently exhibits those creations at Art Spirit Gallery.

Michael has also created several pieces in the Coeur d'Alene and Hayden public art collections.

For more information about Michael visit michaelhorswill.com.

Ep. 60: Scotty Dodson, musician and Sandcastle Man

Scotty Dodson has been creating professional sandcastles for over 35 years. Starting out on the beaches of Long Island N.Y. way back in the mid eighties, he worked his way up to build sandcastles for the clubs and resorts in the Hamptons. His client list includes some amazing companies including Sandals and Beaches resorts, Carnival Cruise lines and Beck's Beer. He envisions the castles and makes them up as he works creating magical kingdoms for folks to see and enjoy.

Scotty also plays the guitar featuring his own original music as well as covers. 

You can see Scotty in action this weekend at Art on the Green, and find him playing music all over the Coeur D'Alene area.

For more information about Scotty's sandcastles, visit sandcastlesinparadise.com. For more on his music, visit scottydodson.com.

Ep. 59: Jeremy Whittington, Managing, Artistic Director for Stage Left Theater

Winner of the 2022 Governor's Arts & Heritage Luminary Award for keeping theatre alive during the pandemic, Jeremy talks to Ali and Callie about the creative efforts his team pulled off to keep their theater alive during the pandemic, as well as their upcoming shows. Such a lovely, dynamic man who is living his dream while remaining true to the integrity of the organization's commitments.

For information on the upcoming show "Hedwig and the Angry Inch," and other productions at the Stage Left Theater, visit stagelefttheater.org

Ep. 58: Victoria Hiraoka, Founder of Chef Wives Club

Victoria Hiraoka has successfully merged her decades long experience in luxury service and hospitality, her love of history and culture, and her always growing obsession of food and gas created a magical adventure that continues to intrigue both friends and followers alike. Whether it be recipes she's learned from her travels or introducing you to artisans in your own home town, Victoria shares amazing insights and shows you how you, too, can bring these exciting experiences into your day to day living with the Chef Wives Club... it's like a secret club you absolutely want to be a part of. 

Visit Chef Wives Club on Instagram or Facebook/ChefWivesClub for great food photos, recipe ideas and more!

Ep. 57: Jessica Bonar, Inspirational Speaker

By opening up her gut sack and shining a light on the squishy parts of her soul, Jessica shows us, through a mix of humor and vulnerability, that she is more than a storyteller… she is an inspirational speaker that transfers fervor and passion, allowing viewers to leave feeling empowered to affect change in their life. She shares her wins, losses, and lessons with a level of vulnerability that creates a meaningful connection. 

Book her as a speaker at your next event, or find out more information about her at jessica-bonar.com

Ep. 56: Rob Wentz, comedian

Everyone needs a little comedy and a good laugh. Rob Wentz, a young up-and-coming comedian, is working to make life a little funner for folks while making a living through the very creative world of comedy. Join us as we laugh together and talk about what inspires someone to become a comedian, and what it takes.

He will be at the Draft Zone in Post Falls on July 14, and at the Spokane Comedy Club on August 14

For more information about Rob, you can find him on Facebook or Instagram @themcrobinson for upcoming shows and just to keep up with his travels this fall.

Ep. 55: Divas Sandra Marlowe and Gaye Kruger Ribble

Marilee Wallace joins me in place of Callie for this fun conversation with Sandra Marlowe, critically-acclaimed jazz vocalist/producer, and Gaye Kruger Ribble, award-winning actress/director who you might recognize from several series and movies.

Sandra Marlowe and friends present "The Diva Concert" at the JACC! Featuring Jazz Diva Sandra Marlowe, Broadway Diva Gaye Kruger, Blues Diva Carol Davis, Country Diva Robin Hambey, and Pop Diva Melody Harrison. An all woman ensemble and all female band makes for a fun musical revue showcasing women's voices and perspectives through songs and stories. Sandra and Gaye have crafted a unique concert in cabaret format.

This will be a rockin', smokin', amusing journey through different musical genres and decades in this ONE-NIGHT-ONLY concert.

For tickets visit simpletix what she said

Ep. 54: Don Hamilton, Hamilton Studio Director of Photography

Photographer, film maker, actor, you will enjoy this dynamic conversation with a really cool guy who's been working in the Spokane area for over forty years. The Hamilton Studio works in a broad range of styles, in multiple disciplines: Photography, corporate and web video production, television commercials, documentary and theatrical films. 

And Don played the UPS man in the movie Benny and Joon that was filmed in Spokane in the early 90s.

Don has great stories to tell, and had some fun connections with Ali AND Callie. Its a good laugh. And that's show business!

To check out the Hamilton Studio and all they have to offer visit hamiltonstudio.com.