Ali & Callie Artcast

Ep 103: What About Bob? Bones Kasun, Pat Coast and Tom Kuntz

What a fun conversation with long time musicians, legendary almost for this area, Bones Kasun, Pat Coast and Tom Kuntz who are part of the band called What About Bob. All three of them started playing in their early teens, and the passion about music is clear with each of them. We really enjoyed reminiscing about the old bands they were part of over the years, and the local influences that shaped their music careers. 

Check them out on Facebook @whataboutbob.

Ep. 102: Ben Drake, Gentleman Sausages

Caution, this episode might make you hungry for a great sausage! Ben Drake and his wife, Jennifer, own and operate the Crown & Thistle pub in downtown Coeur d'Alene, known not only for their amazing pub environment, but also for their bangers. There is a lot of creativity in sausage making, and Ben has outdone himself with his new business, Gentleman's Sausages, just across the street from the pub. And every sausage has a unique name, and many are local favorites.

This is a fun episode, with guest host, Kristin Kilmer.

You can find Gentleman's Sausages at gentlemansausages.com, or on Facebook or Instagram. Or if you are in town, stop by and see them at 112 N 4th Street in Coeur d'Alene.

Ep 101: Rose Backs, Auctioneer

Rose Backs, along with her husband, Matt, is elevating fundraisers to new levels... not just because they are expert auctioneers, but because they care. Their reputation in town is impeccable, and most people know that if they are handling the auction, it is for a good cause, and be prepared to spend some money.

Find out how Rose came to be an auctioneer, and how her company, Elite Auction came about, what it takes to build that business, and what are some of her favorite events.

Sitting in for Callie this week is the A&C Board Chair, Janie Roth.

For more information about Rose's company, visit EliteAuctionInc.com.

For more information and tickets to our Under Western Skies event, visit artsandculturecda.org/westernskies.

Ep. 100: Laurie Moe

Laurie Moe grew up in the theater world with her father, Bob Moe, founder of the Carrousel Players (which became CDA Summer Theatre). After years living around the country, she has just recently returned to her roots, is a wellness coach, and is writing a book. We talk about her adventures in growing up surrounded by the arts, share some funny stories, and talk about her path with wellness.

 

Ep. 99: Anne and Diane Solomon, Art on the Green

Art on the Green has been a local community fixture for over half a century, and today the 55th Art on the Green begins on the campus of North Idaho College. Founded by Sue Flammia along with five others, Sue's sister, Anne Solomon and sister-in-law Diane Solomon, talk to us about the history of this long-standing tradition of immersing the community in the arts that encourages the love of creating in the young and old and in-between. This weekend promises fun, interactive workshops, great entertainment, delicious food, great art, and the best part... community.

For more information, visit artonthegreen.com. 

Ep. 98: Marlo Faulkner, Part 2

Enjoy listening to Marlo's great stories about the start of the CDA Arts & Culture Alliance, tales of early Coeur d'Alene, and some of her amazing adventures. And her highlight is being the Grand Marshall of the Fourth of July parade this year. We are really looking forward to her book(s).

Ep. 97: Roxanne Ward, Local Author

Roxanne Ward lives in Northern Idaho with her husband of forty years and their border terrier named Nikki. Roxanne was heavily influenced by her father, a college administrator, and his love of literature and fascination with science. Her mother enriched her creative spirit with hands-on experiences in art and nature.

She was a mechanic in the Air Force and has a Masters degree in education from the University of Idaho. She taught language arts and science in middle school for twenty years. She retired and is fulfilling her desire to write fiction.

Her book "Sins of Survival" is about risking everything to escape to a better life. Set in a ruthless prison state, the main characters must escape their oppressors and get to the elusive rebel sanctuary. Romance, murder, the threat of attack, battles, and dangerous secrets abound.

For more information about Roxanne Ward, visit her website at roxannewardauthor.com.

Ep 96: Marlo Faulkner, Arts Founder, Supporter, and Writer

Marlo Faulkner is a force to be reckoned with! The Coeur d'Alene High School Class of 1960 alumni began her life of serving others as a Blue Bird in 1948 and hasn't slowed down. She is credited with having a significant impact on art and education, and has served on nonprofit boards, including the Inland NW Opera and the CDA Symphony. Marlo, along with Steve Gibbs, was one of the founding members of the CDA Arts & Culture Alliance.

What fun to hear tales of her adventures, where she has been, and where she is going. Plus a little Coeur d'Alene history. And we didn't even get to finish her story, so be sure to join us for part II!

Ep. 95: Jeffro Uitto, International Driftwood Artist

On the Washington coast there’s a place where nature’s driftwood gets a second chance at stardom and continued beauty. The place is in Jeffro Uitto’s studio, where the artist is making the magic happen. Since he was young, Jeffro has been creating with his favorite medium. The finding of each piece of wood for his sculpture is part of his process. In due time the varied sticks, slabs, and roots are cured, and he then goes to work. Growing up on the ocean with the mountains near by, there was no shortage of inspiration. He started by carving small objects and creating forts and structures on the beach at a very young age. It was in high school that he realized a large potential of what he could create. With encouragement from a close family friend, he stepped into the world of organic furniture, that soon led him into the endless possibility of sculpture, often mixing the two.

He feels it is important to celebrate natural forms without imposing his will on the materials. The result is his authentic style with a feeling of energy and life owing through it. Jeffro has placed his monumental sculptures & commissioned creations with collectors around the US and an International Museum. He continues to increase exhibits of his artworks in galleries & museums.

For more information about his work visit his Facebook and Instagram pages @jeffrouitto

Ep. 94: Andrew Boyd, Grammy winning Audio Engineer/Producer

Who lives behind the great musical artists we all know and love? A whole team of people helping artists to record, mix, produce, edit and add sound effects and bits to make a winning song.

Meet Andrew Boyd, recording engineer, mixing engineer, producer, platinum song writer and musician living in LA. He received his bachelor's degree in Production & Engineering from Berklee College of Music in Boston, and just recently won a grammy for his part in helping Kendrick Lamar produce his Rap Album of the Year for Mr. Morale and the Big Steppers. He also played bass in Bakar's hit "Hell N Back" which is currently featured in the Pixar movie "Elemental."

Andrew has been playing music since he was a toddler, and has even produced his own album, "What the Future Holds" (Andrew and the Moon), which can be downloaded on Apple tunes or Spotify.