Eager To Know

Author David Jay Collins is back to speak about his latest book, Single & Cooking. This will likely be the beach read of 2025. 

David’s Website: https://davidjaycollins.com

David’s Instagram: https…

We welcome back Chicago-based author and artist Dmitry Samarov. He has had 3 books published since our last conversation, so we have lots to catch up on. Thank you for hanging with us on our 2025 Mid…

Artist, curator, and personal chef Timothy Allen discusses a range of topics, including the balance between creating art for ourselves versus seeking validation from others, how learning to paint can…

We are back with Chicago-based author David Jay Collins to discuss the second installment of the three-part Summerdale horror series. David is just the best guest. We hope to have him back when Summe…

My conversation with artist and author Dmitry Samarov. This is a great episode. good stuff here….

https://www.dmitrysamarov.com

This is an exciting re-release, a compilation of my conversations with abstract painters. All of these artists are smart and talented with a keen sense of how we relate to the world around us. Be sur…

On this Eager To Know re-release, we speak with a person who is both a scientist and a punk rocker. It was refreshing to discuss a topic I am very passionate about, but don’t discuss often—science. T…

This episode was a great conversation about many aspects of sound and music. After re-listening, I am very pleased with it —well done, Wellington!

https://linktr.ee/williebones

Join me on this short but interesting conversation with the founder of Eli Tea Bar in Andersonville, Chicago.  We speak about building a small business, entrepreneurship, and bubble tea!

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What a pleasant surprise this guest was. I  never knew of improv as a tool for regular people. I am grateful to actor, coach, and improv expert, Meridith Grundei, for speaking to us a few years back.…

This is probably my favorite Eager To Know episode. George’s emotional storytelling really resonates with me. Listening to this again makes me grateful I started this podcast and captured this conver…

This is the re-release of a top-downloaded Eager To Know episode - my interview with tattoo artist Chad Koeplinger. Chad took this discussion to places I didn’t expect, and I was both surprised and p…

It’s one of my favorite Eager To Know episodes, maybe because the guest is a longtime friend. We speak about our childhood experiences and how they shaped our view of the world. It was such an excell…

This was an interesting interview with author and artist Audrey Niffenegger. Be sure to check out the Friends of The Harley Clark website to learn about the restoration project Audrey is involved wit…

Author Carmelo Estrich speaks to me about his book Star Wars Multiverse. What a fun guest - great job. It is always fun to discuss a topic so broad and interesting as Star Wars.

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My conversation with Chicago-based artist and educator William Conger. Thank you William for letting us see your studio and having a great discussion.

https://williamconger.com

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We spoke to my Chicago yoga instructor about meditation and a regular yoga practice. Thank you, Lance, for being a great teacher and informative guest.

https://www.rickymceachernartist.com

Chicago-based abstract artist Sheila beautifully expressed her process, inspiration, and joy of painting in this excellent talk. Thank you, Sheila, for speaking with us back in 2020.

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Metalsmithing and applied design with John Rais. Thank you, John, for speaking with us.  Be sure to explore his wonderful work at:

https://www.johnraisstudios.com