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This is a podcast about coming home to yourself, with host and artist, Molly of The Darling Revolution. Full conversations about creativity, finding your voice, self-care, community care, spirituality, and growth, this podcast is a healing balm to anyone who is learning to trust themselves. The revolution is in YOU. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/darlingrevolution/support
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Hey there! Join us, Molly Darling and Christian Rivera, on our podcast 'Behind the Studio Door.' We dive into the heart of creativity, bringing you up close and personal with artists in Rochester NY and beyond! Our conversations go beyond the brush strokes and melodies, exploring the rich stories and emotions that fuel artistic expression. Each episode is a journey into the unique world of creators, from painters to musicians, in our vibrant Rochester, NY community. We don't just talk about ...
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In this exciting second half of our live podcast recording at the Rochester Contemporary Art Center (RoCo), we dive deeper into the vibrant and diverse 6x6 exhibition. Hosts Christian Rivera, Molly Darling, and producer Chris Lindstrom chat with artists and attendees alike, uncovering personal stories and creative processes that fuel this unique ar…
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In this captivating episode of Behind the Studio Door, hosts Molly Darling and Christian Rivera sit down with interdisciplinary artist Hayley Davis to discuss her unique approach to painting using natural, foraged pigments from the Colombian landscape. A Rochester native, Hayley spends half of each year in Colombia, where she collects vibrant earth…
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In this episode of Behind the Studio Door, hosts Molly Darling and Christian Rivera, along with producer Chris Lindstrom, sit down with Jo, the founder of The Op Shop in Rochester's East End. Jo shares her inspiring journey from a nine-to-five job to creating a vibrant space for sustainable fashion and community connection. Jo discusses the origins…
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In this special live episode of "Behind the Studio Door," we bring you to the heart of Rochester Contemporary Art Center (RoCo) for the vibrant opening night of the annual 6x6 exhibition on First Friday. Join us as we immerse ourselves in the buzz of this unique event, chatting with a diverse array of attendees and participants, including the visio…
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In this episode of "Behind the Studio Door," host Molly Darling and producer Chris Lindstrom sit down with Bleu Cease, the director of the Rochester Contemporary Art Center (RoCo). Bleu shares his journey with RoCo, from its early days as the Pyramid Art Center to becoming a key cultural space in downtown Rochester. He delves into the history of th…
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In this episode of Behind the Studio Door, hosts Molly Darling and Christian Rivera, along with producer Chris Lindstrom, dive into a lively conversation with interdisciplinary artist Susan Begy. Susan, who explores themes of humanity, power dynamics, and cooperation through her graphite drawings and stone sculptures, shares insights into her creat…
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In this episode of Behind the Studio Door, hosts Molly Darling and Christian Rivera, along with producer Chris Lindstrom, welcome Erich Lehman, the curator behind Rochester’s 1975 Gallery and the driving force behind Wall Therapy. Erich shares the journey of founding the 1975 Gallery, a space that has significantly shaped the city's cultural landsc…
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Join us for an inspiring episode of "Behind the Studio Door" as we dive into the world of multimedia artist and educator Taylor Kennedy. Originally from Sodus Point, New York, Taylor's work explores themes of childhood, domesticity, womanhood, and middle-class life through large-scale ephemeral installations. She candidly shares her unique, non-aca…
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Join hosts Molly Darling and Christian Rivera on this episode of "Behind the Studio Door" as they delve into the "Myth of the Artist Personality." Together, they challenge the stereotypical notions that often define who can or cannot be considered an artist. Through personal anecdotes and lively discussions, they examine how appearances and societa…
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Join us on today's episode of Behind the Studio Door as host Molly Darling, cohost Christian Rivera, and producer Chris Lindstrom welcome the incredibly versatile artist Nala Ward. In today’s episode, Nala shares an intimate look at her multifaceted journey as a poet and visual artist. She discusses how her personal experiences and emotions signifi…
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Join us on this episode of Behind the Studio Door as we dive into the dynamic world of professional wrestling with Matt, owner of Ground Zero Wrestling School in Rochester, NY. Known as the "Young Lion of the West," Matt brings his 11-year wrestling journey and insights into the creative and theatrical elements that fuel the sport. Discover how wre…
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In this cozy episode of Behind the Studio Door, join me, Molly Darling, my co-host Christian Rivera, and our ever-enthusiastic producer Chris Lindstrom as we get real about what collaboration means in the world of creativity. It’s a rainy day here in Rochester, perfect for deep talks and honest reflections. Today, we’re breaking down the true essen…
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On a recent episode of our podcast, "Behind the Studio Door," we had the pleasure of diving into the artistic life of Kristy Guenther, a talented wildlife painter based in Rochester, New York. Kristy’s passion for nature and art radiates through her vibrant acrylic paintings, which she creates on both canvas and paper. During our conversation, she …
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Creativity, Community, & Change: An Inspiring Conversation with Rochester's Shawn Dunwoody
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In today's episode of Behind the Studio Door, we're chatting with the inspiring Shawn Dunwoody. From the community collaborative projects to the colorful murals brightening the city, Shawn embodies the spirit of creativity and change. His multidisciplinary work weaves a thread of connection and transformation throughout Rochester. Despite the light…
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In this special episode of Behind the Studio Door, we chat with a truly unique and inspiring guest, Taegan West. Described as a community weaver and a healing modalities expert, Taegan's passion and expertise in astrology, dance, and ancient healing practices are front and center. Taegan’s belief in the power of community and creativity as intertwi…
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In this insightful episode of BTSD, Molly Darling, Christian Rivera, our producer Chris dive into the world of Rivkah Simcha, an artist from Rochester who excels in a range of mediums, including performance art with The Velvet Noose. Rivka opens up about the art of parenting, her contributions to the local art scene, and her position at the Memoria…
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In this episode of Behind the Studio Door , we chat with Emily Collins. Emily's got a unique take on art, mixing different mediums to create collages that really stand out. She shares how living in Thailand and Indonesia wasn't just an adventure; it actually kicked her creativity back into gear and influenced her art in big ways. The conversation c…
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Step inside the vibrant art world of Rochester, NY, with Rodrigo Da Silva and Matt Vanderlee from Hungwell Art Services on this episode of Behind the Studio Door. We get into this duo's journey through design, curation, and their unique impact on the local creative scene. From their diverse backgrounds and collaborative dynamics to their philosophy…
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Welcome to another roundtable chat with Molly Darling, Christian Rivera, and the guy who makes us sound good, producer Chris Lindstrom! We're your all-access pass to the creative chaos of Rochester, New York, where the weather's as unpredictable as our episodes. From artists who brave the snow in shorts to comic book creators hiding in plain sight,…
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Welcome to a special love edition of "Behind the Studio Door," where we've got a tale that's part rom-com, part tech saga, with a dash of audio magic. Our hosts, Christian and Molly, didn't just stumble into each other's lives; they voice memo-ed their way into love through the now-defunct podcast platform, Anchor FM. Imagine meeting the love of yo…
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Sally Louise, a singer-songwriter from Rochester, NY, shares her musical journey from her early days encouraged by her family, through her high school discovery of opera, to her eventual pivot towards songwriting and recording. Despite the initial dream of becoming an opera singer, challenges at the Eastman School of Music and the pandemic led her …
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Welcome to "Behind The Studio Door," the podcast unveiling Rochester's creative heart. I'm Molly Rivera, alongside Christian Rivera and producer Chris Lindstrom. We're diving into the diverse art scene of Rochester, NY, a city pulsing with artistic energy. Our series explores the lives of local artists, musicians, and unique talents like wrestlers.…
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Lunchador co-founders Matt Austin and Chris Lindstrom talk about the new Lunchador Podcast Network, bringing you the best in arts, culture and more from Western NY! www.lunchador.org由Molly
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Hello gorgeous human! Welcome back to the conversation :) in todays' episode, I have a candid chat with Christian Rivera of the Dopamine Podcast. He also happens to be my husband now! So much has been happening behind the scenes in the last six months, and I wanted you to get the down-low on it all. If you loved this episode, send us a message! We …
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I am so excited to welcome Fanny Priest onto the show today! Fanny Priest is a trauma repair coach with a background as a yoga therapist and she helps healers, feelers, queers and creatives repair their relationship with themselves so that they can feel at home in their bodies, their feelings and their needs. I have learned so much from this human,…
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In today's episode, Molly spoke with Alison Behrens-Braly. She is a self-care coach who empowers her clients through a focus on daily self-practices and a self-care focus during big life transitions. The conversation covers Alison's story, her deep dive into self-care out of necessity when she fell very ill unexpectedly, how we often get self-care …
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In this episode, Molly chats with Anna Vos of Anna Parade. Anna has a sneaky feeling that every single person on this earth deserves to be celebrated - every single body, every identity, every gender - and she wants to throw a parade for every single one of you. That’s why she makes cool stuff (including mugs, t-shirts, pins, stickers and MORE) at …
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In this episode, Molly invites you in to her studio for a chat about creativity, how different folks see it differently, how we as humans have had a complicated relationship with it through our history, and how we can begin to reclaim it again. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/darlingrevolution/messageSupport thi…
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Hello gorgeous human! I am SO thrilled to re-introduce and relaunch this podcast. This is a short episode giving you the inside scoop on what’s coming next! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/darlingrevolution/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/darlingrevolution/support…
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Today on the podcast, I'm talking with Charity Hamidullah! She is a full-time creative living and working in Atlanta, Georgia. During the day she pours her heart into body adornment for all complexions but once she goes home she is navigating through different forms of creation to express herself, including painting, drawing, illustration and digit…
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Today on the show, I'm talking with Jordan Ellis! Jordan Ellis is the Hufflepuff behind Jordandené, a geeky lifestyle brand based in Brooklyn, NY. Jordandené is a leader in geek fashion, using hand-lettered designs to celebrate pop culture with clothing you can wear every day. Jordan is also the co-editor of The Sartorial Geek, a quarterly magazine…
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Art in the age of COVID-19. What to do about it? Lately I’ve gotten all kinds of questions about whether or not creatives should be sharing or selling their work during this time, and it’s an important topic to discuss. Join me in today’s episode as I talk about the appropriateness of art in a time fo turmoil, how to approach guilt in your art maki…
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Today on the show, I got to chat with Devon Walz. She is a fine artist, muralist, educator and dreamer based in Southern California. Her self-study of visual art began while pursing a degree in Philosophy at UC Berkeley, and continued during her travels through 13 countries and long stretches of time spent among California's coasts, mountains and f…
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In this episode, I have the pleasure of chatting with Kit Cronk! She is an artist, letterer of book nerdy goodness, and owner of Kit Cronk Studios - where she designs and sells all the badass nerd girl merchandise that she wants to see in the world. She not only designs her own products, but also works with some incredible book boxes and other busi…
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In this episode, Molly talks about her relationship with her own body, mind and emotions, and how she thinks about checking in with herself as a form of self-parenting. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/darlingrevolution/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/darlingrevolution/support…
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In this weeks episode, Molly talks about her experiences in learning how to be more present in her body, movement through ecstatic dance, how to listen to intuition, and what happens when we get quiet. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/darlingrevolution/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/p…
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In this episode, Molly talks about what it’s like for her to live with high functioning anxiety (and cocktail of other mental health issues) and how that presents itself in her life as an artist and creator. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/darlingrevolution/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify…
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--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/darlingrevolution/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/darlingrevolution/support
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In this episode, I talk about what I’ve been learning about myself and embodiment of emotions. I discuss the differences between just intellectualizing emotions and actually being IN them and with them♥️--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/darlingrevolution/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/…
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This is the first episode of the podcast with its shiny new name! Welcome to The Darling Revolution - a safe space to share stories, and imagine a better way while finding our creative voices together. Today Molly is talking about the reasons behind the new name change and what’s next for the podcast 🖤💯--- Send in a voice message: https://podcaster…
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Our society gives so much value to content creation and constant productivity. We have a hard time slowing down and taking time to rest and play - nonproductively. Nonproductive rest and play are actually the keys to a solid creative practice and productivity when it comes to it. Talking about these ideas on the show today. --- Send in a voice mess…
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I’m back 🥰💗 it’s been several months since I’ve recorded an episode, but I really needed that space and time to give me perspective on why I’m doing all this in the first place. In this mini-sode I’m talking about my thoughts on continuing to find the strength within yourself to make things even when you feel like you have nothing left to give. 💗--…
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In this creative pep talk, I addressed a question I got recently about hopelessness in art and life. How do you find hope when you feel stuck? Let’s chat about it ✨ I would love to hear your questions and thoughts on this - shoot me a message on Anchor, on Instagram (http://Instagram.com/thedarlingrage) or send me an email —> darlingrage@gmail.com …
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Hello Darlings! Welcome back to season three of the podcast! I’m your host, Molly and today I am interviewing Christy Roushey (@the.house.of.roushey on Instagram)!! She is an engineer turned artist who works mainly in lettering and botanical illustrations.She’s self taught, a mom, and a spouse - so basically an amazing human being.We talk about her…
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Today’s RadAF Women chat is with the incredible Kira Rudjen - Healing Artist and founder of Kira’s Tiny Studio (http://Instagram.com/kirastinystudio ) and A Happy Little Someplace (Facebook Group). She has a powerful story to share, and we really get into the nitty gritty of what healing means - particularly how creativity and the arts play a huge …
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In this episode of the RadAF Women Series, I chat with Lauren Jane, an artist and art biz mentor - founder of the Art Biz Secrets community on Facebook! She is a fantastic artist, and we had a long chat all about what it means to be an artist, and run a successful art business online. If you’re an artist, or want to be - this episode is a must-list…
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Answering a listener question from Instagram - what has been your biggest struggle as an artist? 🤔 Lemme tell you...--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/darlingrevolution/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/darlingrevolution/support
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In this episode of the RadAF Women Series, I chat with Abigail McLagan. She is the owner of brick and mortar shop, The Make and Take, where she sells all kinds of local makes as well as teaching creative workshops to adults in various art forms. She is an artist and writer in her own right, and has honed her ability to”just start” even when it look…
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In this episode of the RadAF Women Series, I chat with Steph Lagana of Mythical HQ and Your Sacred Craft (one of my most favorite Facebook groups to be a part of). She is an incredible writer, woo-woo business builder, and soul encourager. I loved having the opportunity to learn more about her background (she’s a total badass btw) and all the thing…
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