FOCUS Podcast

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In this episode of the FOCUS Podcast, we chat with watercolor artist & graphic designer Tiffany (@tiffblot) about enjoying something for the sake of it vs. obsessing over how to incorporate it into your art/creative practice, getting over creative blocks with tips and tricks for watercolor, and an anime discussion! After our discussion, we talk about some of the pieces she’s done and the story behind them.

Tiffblot art featured in the episode:

We’re at our 20th episode for season 2. We thank you for every listen, share, and interaction. We’re on Discord. If you have an extra $1 today, it really would mean a lot if you support us on Patreon. LINKS IN OUR INSTAGRAM BIO.

In this episode of the FOCUS Podcast, we chat with writer and photographer Edna Zhou (@expatedna) about finding your way as a creator, her therapy journey, and her reflections on a younger self. After our discussion, we tackle some of her dated blog posts and clear the air regarding some misconceptions.

Here are the blog posts referred to in the episode:

We’re a little over the halfway point for Season 2, and our inclusive community is growing at such a fast rate! We thank you for every listen, share, and interaction. We’re on Discord. If you have an extra $1 today, it really would mean a lot if you support us on Patreon. LINKS IN BIO.

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In this episode of the FOCUS Podcast, we chat with creative, makeup artist, graphic designer Andrea Lim (@and.rea.mae) about representation & diversity in theatre and creating content for ourselves. After our discussion, she talks about some pieces that she’s done for The Quarter. #IStandWithTheQuarter

Check out the amazing work she’s done as a photographer, content creator, and artist with @passingmusical and extend support by purchasing their merch!!

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In this episode of the FOCUS Podcast, we chat with artist & designer Stephanie Lailine (@stephanie.artdesign) about her exploration in life, art, and finding inspiration in your everyday. After our discussion, she talks about some pieces that displays her growth in life and nature over the years and inspires us with beautiful art!

Pieces featured in this episode:

The Places I've Been - mixed media, 2020

Laima Corda - digital illustration, 2020

Linocut Prints - linocut prints, 2020

Publications featuring Stephanie:

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In this episode of the FOCUS Podcast, we chat with fashion designer, and local business owner Hanna Casano (@hannacasano) about her brand @munistudios_ph, being creative (@hannacasano_studio) vs. being a professional, trends, and consumerism. After our discussion, she shares a couple of tips to be more intentional as we shop and find our sense of style!

The FOCUS Podcast is about giving a platform to underrepresented creators around the world as we do our best to inspire revolutionary change, and bring honest and beautiful things to light through casual conversation. We talk about the creative’s journey, current issues and social advocacies close to their heart, and create a safe space to showcase talents!

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It’s black history month and the perfect time to share our thoughts and love! Our all inclusive Discord & Patreon IS LIVE. Join to receive updates and help build our community! LINKS IN BIO.

In this episode of the FOCUS Podcast, we chat with former podcaster, content creator, writer, and activist, Jessica Nguyen (@byjessicanguyen) about her whirlwind of a journey and the @projectvoicepod, discovering philanthropy and her giving circle, and the release of her chapbook called “softly, I speak”. After our discussion, she recites excerpts from her work!

The FOCUS Podcast is about giving a platform to underrepresented creators around the world as we do our best to inspire revolutionary change, and bring honest and beautiful things to light through casual conversation. We talk about the creative’s journey, current issues and social advocacies close to their heart, and create a safe space to showcase talents!

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We’re ending our January strong! We hope your goals are working out well. Tell us some things you’re looking forward to in February. Our Discord & Patreon IS LIVE. Join to receive updates, help build our community, and interact with guests! LINKS IN BIO.

In this episode of the FOCUS Podcast, we chat with independent artist, producer and multi-instrumentalist, Senaida (@senaidaxoxo) about her striving to bridge the gap between music and technology, graduating during quarantine, and musical innovation. After our discussion, she performs originals “First Love” and “Maria”.

The FOCUS Podcast is about giving a platform to fellow creators around the world as we do our best to inspire revolutionary change, and bring honest and beautiful things to light through casual conversation. We talk about the creative’s journey, current issues and social advocacies close to their heart, and create a safe space to showcase talents!

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In this episode of the FOCUS Podcast, we chat with singer-songwriter, producer, Chris (@thechrislyric) about relationships both romantic and platonic, how we navigate and explore them, and mental health. After our discussion, he performs an original about love called “Hues”.

The FOCUS Podcast is about giving a platform to fellow creators around the world as we do our best to inspire revolutionary change, and bring honest and beautiful things to light through casual conversation. We talk about the creative’s journey, current issues and social advocacies close to their heart, and create a safe space to showcase talents!

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Happy New Year from the FPC TEAM! A special thank you to our loyal listeners for being with us these past 10 episodes of Season 2. We appreciate you so much and have great things in store for 2021! Stay tuned for all our updates as we show you how we’ve grown these past months. As always - stay safe & healthy!

In this episode of the FOCUS Podcast, it’s our great pleasure to chat with our up and coming guest musician, Ser Kokayi (@serkokayi) about the parallels of lady liberty & being an American on his lyrics for upcoming song “2Percent”, racial bias, and police brutality. After the interview portion, he performs “2Percent”, and “RIOT”.

Special thank you to our co-host for this episode, Lukey (@lucasgeniza). If you want to know more about him, check out S2 EP 2!

The FOCUS Podcast is about giving a platform to fellow creators around the world as we do our best to inspire revolutionary change, and bring honest and beautiful things to light through casual conversation. We talk about the creative’s journey, current issues and social advocacies close to their heart, and create a safe space to showcase talents!

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In this episode of the FOCUS Podcast, we chat with our guest musician, all around guitarist, number one star teacher, Sean Gallagher (@seangallagherlive) about finding yourself, identity, improv, and teaching! After the interview portion, he performs his rendition of “40’s” by Julian Lage and does an improv based on a single note on the piano.

The FOCUS Podcast is about giving a platform to fellow creators around the world as we do our best to inspire revolutionary change, and bring honest and beautiful things to light through casual conversation. We talk about the creative’s journey, current issues and social advocacies close to their heart, and create a safe space to showcase talents!

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In this episode of the FOCUS Podcast, we chat with our guest digital artist, Tayler Pineda (@bytppj) about her introspective personality, healing, therapy, and travel! After the interview portion, we feature some of her work available on her portfolio resources below.

The FOCUS Podcast is about giving a platform to fellow creators around the world as we do our best to inspire revolutionary change, and bring honest and beautiful things to light through casual conversation. We talk about the creative’s journey, current issues and social advocacies close to their heart, and create a safe space to showcase talents!

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In this episode of the FOCUS Podcast, we chat with our guest streamer, Kathy Chan(@meowykatkat) about her career-related dilemmas, cinematography, art for social justice, streaming on twitch, and building our community of creatives! We talk about her learning experiences, and after the interview portion, we feature some of her work available on her portfolio resources below.

The FOCUS Podcast is about giving a platform to fellow creators around the world as we do our best to inspire revolutionary change, and bring honest and beautiful things to light through casual conversation. We talk about the creative’s journey, current issues and social advocacies close to their heart, and create a safe space to showcase talents!

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In this episode of the FOCUS Podcast, we chat with our guest musician Dakota Deyoc about his journey, songwriting, creative process (martial arts, poetry), and normalizing mental health! We also talk about some free apps for mental health. After the interview portion, we stream two of his hit singles, “Daydream” and “Youphoria”.

The FOCUS Podcast is about giving a platform to fellow creators around the world as we do our best to inspire revolutionary change, and bring honest and beautiful things to light through casual conversation. We talk about the creative’s journey, current issues and social advocacies close to their heart, and create a safe space to showcase talents!

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In this episode of the FOCUS Podcast, we chat with our guest musician RUSHIL about his journey, culture, mental health, growth mindset, and technology & human interaction! After the interview portion, he performs his debut single “G.O.D. (Good Old Days)”, and latest single “Uni1ty”.

This project started with an idea focusing on honesty and perspective. In the second season of the FOCUS Podcast, Marina places the focus on fellow creators around her. She invites the talented local artists, musicians, and engineers who have their own stories to tell and content to share.

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