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Being an Artist is F**king Killing MeBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeEpisode 124 - Lauren MayerThis week on #baaifkm we sit down with musician Lauren Mayer. We talk about; finding your way through the boys club that is the music scene, having your voice recognized as an instrument, and learning to set boundaries. Real conversations. Real artists. Find and Follow us: GALPAL Productions Instagram: @galpalprods  Facebook: GALPAL Productions This podcast wouldn't be possible without the support of our listeners. Support us here: Patreon2021-05-111h 17Being an Artist is F**king Killing MeBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeEpisode 123 - Dance Union - Melanie Greene & J. BoueyThis week on #baaifkm we sit down with NYC-based dancers and fellow podcast hosts Melanie Greene & J. Bouey of the Dance Union Podcast. We talk about; what a dance union could actually look like, building community and toppling oppressive systems that hold everyone back. This is our first (and hopefully not last) crossover episode! Listen to part 2 on The Dance Union Podcast!  Real conversations. Real artists. Find and Follow us: GALPAL Productions Instagram: @galpalprods  Facebook: GALPAL Productions This podcast wouldn't be possible without the support of our liste...2021-05-041h 08Being an Artist is F**king Killing MeBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeEpisode 122 - Shanna Van MaurikThis week on #baaifkm we sit down with painter Shanna Van Maurik. We talk about; finding and loving your audience, the working your way up that isn't seen, and art being intuitive. Real conversations. Real artists. Find and Follow us: GALPAL Productions Instagram: @galpalprods  Facebook: GALPAL Productions This podcast wouldn't be possible without the support of our listeners. Support us here: Patreon2021-04-271h 05Being an Artist is F**king Killing MeBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeEpisode 121 - Carla CatherwoodThis week on #baaifkm we sit down with artistic entrepreneur and founder of Army of Sass Carla Catherwood. We talk about; when to let go and move on, finding inspiration and turning it into innovation and being competitive with yourself. Real conversations. Real artists. Find and Follow us: GALPAL Productions Instagram: @galpalprods  Facebook: GALPAL Productions This podcast wouldn't be possible without the support of our listeners. Support us here: Patreon2021-04-201h 12Being an Artist is F**king Killing MeBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeEpisode 120 - Sabrina "Naz" ComanescuThis week on #baaifkm we sit down with Calgary based dance artist Sabrina "Naz" Comanescu. We talk about; dance company life during a pandemic, Soca and Dance hall and plans for the future. Real conversations. Real artists. Find and Follow us: GALPAL Productions Instagram: @galpalprods  Facebook: GALPAL Productions This podcast wouldn't be possible without the support of our listeners. Support us here: Patreon2021-04-1355 minBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeEpisode 119 - Luke ReeceThis week on #baaifkm we sit down with Associate Artistic Director of Soulpepper Theatre and playwright Luke Reece. We talk about; slam poetry as a means of storytelling, working full time in the arts, and creating space and opportunities for other creatives. Real conversations. Real artists. Find and Follow us: GALPAL Productions Instagram: @galpalprods  Facebook: GALPAL Productions This podcast wouldn't be possible without the support of our listeners. Support us here: Patreon2021-04-061h 02Being an Artist is F**king Killing MeBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeEpisode 118 - Michaela Boutros-GhaliThis week on #baaifkm we sit down with actor and writer Michaela Boutros-Ghali. We talk about; creating your own unique career path, writing and TikTok, and striving to create content that makes YOU happy. Real conversations. Real artists. Find and Follow us: GALPAL Productions Instagram: @galpalprods  Facebook: GALPAL Productions This podcast wouldn't be possible without the support of our listeners. Support us here: Patreon2021-03-301h 13Being an Artist is F**king Killing MeBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeEpisode 117 - Alessandro CostantiniThis week on #baaifkm we sit down with producer, actor, director Alessandro Costantini. We talk about; Yes theatre, the importance of bringing theatre to rural communities, citizen theatre, and Dear Evan Hanson. Real conversations. Real artists. Find and Follow us: GALPAL Productions Instagram: @galpalprods  Facebook: GALPAL Productions This podcast wouldn't be possible without the support of our listeners. Support us here: Patreon2021-03-2357 minBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeEpisode 116 - Hernani SagraThis week on #baaifkm we sit down with photographer, dancer, and ER nurse Hernani Sagra. We talk about Canada's unpreparedness in relation to the pandemic, lockdowns, vaccines, and opening safely. Real conversations. Real artists. Find and Follow us: GALPAL Productions Instagram: @galpalprods  Facebook: GALPAL Productions This podcast wouldn't be possible without the support of our listeners. Support us here: Patreon2021-03-1658 minBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeEpisode 115 - Aysha NatshehThis week on #baaifkm we sit down with artist Aysha Natsheh aka @ayshadrawsthings. We talk about; self-labeling and defining yourself, following your gut, and therapy and art. Real conversations. Real artists. Find and Follow us: GALPAL Productions Instagram: @galpalprods  Facebook: GALPAL Productions This podcast wouldn't be possible without the support of our listeners. Support us here: Patreon2021-03-0954 minBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeEpisode 114 - Christahh AhhThis week on #baaifkm we sit down with dance artist Christahh Ahh. We talk about; Dance YYC, the complacent rut artistic communities can get into, and our university experiences. Real conversations. Real artists. Find and Follow us: GALPAL Productions Instagram: @galpalprods  Facebook: GALPAL Productions This podcast wouldn't be possible without the support of our listeners. Support us here: Patreon2021-03-021h 20Being an Artist is F**king Killing MeBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeEpisode 113 - Aidan ToothThis week on #baaifkm we sit down with photographer and dancer Aidan Tooth. We talk about; falling in and out of love with your passion, feeling guilty for choosing something new, and working through a global pandemic. Real conversations. Real artists. Find and Follow us: GALPAL Productions Instagram: @galpalprods  Facebook: GALPAL Productions This podcast wouldn't be possible without the support of our listeners. Support us here: Patreon2021-02-231h 01Being an Artist is F**king Killing MeBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeEpisode 112 - Katia EngellThis week on #baaifkm we sit down with visual artist Katia Engell. We talk about; the gap that art can bridge between people of differing abilities, art and dementia, barriers in care, and relationality. Real conversations. Real artists. ALSO - reference links to the info from Laura here  Find and Follow us: GALPAL Productions Instagram: @galpalprods  Facebook: GALPAL Productions This podcast wouldn't be possible without the support of our listeners. Support us here: Patreon2021-02-161h 13Being an Artist is F**king Killing MeBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeEpisode 111 - Clarissa ManningThis week on #baaifkm we sit down with Associate Producer Clarissa Manning. We talk about; the lack of diversity behind the scenes in tv & film, the systematic sexual harassment problems, the turning point of the #metoo movement, and how covid-19 has set back the needed changes in tv & film. Real conversations. Real artists. Find and Follow us: GALPAL Productions Instagram: @galpalprods  Facebook: GALPAL Productions This podcast wouldn't be possible without the support of our listeners. Support us here: Patreon2021-02-091h 11Being an Artist is F**king Killing MeBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeEpisode 110 - Mariah HornerThis week on #baaifkm we sit down with Cellar Door Projects artistic director and Queens PhD student Mariah Horner. We talk about; the precarious labor of the freelance artist, sharing is caring and caring is work, the silence of major arts institutions and we plot the takedown of the patriarchy. Real conversations. Real artists. Find and Follow us: GALPAL Productions Instagram: @galpalprods  Facebook: GALPAL Productions This podcast wouldn't be possible without the support of our listeners. Support us here: Patreon2021-02-021h 04Being an Artist is F**king Killing MeBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeEpisode 109 - Emily Trace & Michael Zarathus-CookThis week on #baaifkm we sit down with Emily Trace & Michael Zarathus-Cook of Blue Riband Weekly and we talk about; the calling in of classical arts institutions, holding classical institutions accountable, the failures and future of the National Ballet of Canada and EDI. To get a deeper understanding of our conversation listen to Michael's three-part case study here!  Real conversations. Real artists. Find and Follow us: GALPAL Productions Instagram: @galpalprods  Facebook: GALPAL Productions This podcast wouldn't be possible without the support of our listeners. Support us here: Patre...2021-01-261h 32Being an Artist is F**king Killing MeBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeEpisode 108 - Fiona SauderThis week on #baaifkm we sit down with theatre maker and co-founder of Bad Hats Theatre Fiona Sauder. We talk about; the importance of play and abandon in creating theatre, being okay about not always having the answers, and pushing past the fear of failing with the support of your people and community. Real conversations. Real artists. Find and Follow us: GALPAL Productions Instagram: @galpalprods  Facebook: GALPAL Productions This podcast wouldn't be possible without the support of our listeners. Support us here: Patreon2021-01-191h 05Being an Artist is F**king Killing MeBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeEpisode 107 - Syrus Marcus WareThis week on #baaifkm we sit down with artist and activist Syrus Marcus Ware. We talk about; how to have the tough conversations about activism, having work plagiarized, Black Lives Matter, defunding the police and making space for radical love and radical change. Real conversations. Real artists. Find and Follow us: GALPAL Productions Instagram: @galpalprods  Facebook: GALPAL Productions This podcast wouldn't be possible without the support of our listeners. Support us here: Patreon2021-01-121h 28Being an Artist is F**king Killing MeBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeEpisode 106 - Thomas PepperThis week on #baaifkm we sit down with writer, Thomas Pepper. We talk about; trying to find creative fulfillment, beating ourselves up in the pursuit of the former, and the importance of writing compelling, relatable, and real characters. Real conversations. Real artists. Find and Follow us: GALPAL Productions Instagram: @galpalprods  Facebook: GALPAL Productions This podcast wouldn't be possible without the support of our listeners. Support us here: Patreon2020-12-151h 09Being an Artist is F**king Killing MeBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeEpisode 105 - MP GuillotThis week on #baaifkm we sit down with magazine creator MP Guillot. We talk about; the creation of Ungarbage Mag, finally feeling like you found where you belong and the lack of healthy balance a lot of artists and creators force themselves into. Real conversations. Real artists. Find and Follow us: GALPAL Productions Instagram: @galpalprods  Facebook: GALPAL Productions This podcast wouldn't be possible without the support of our listeners. Support us here: Patreon2020-12-081h 02Being an Artist is F**king Killing MeBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeEpisode 104 - Camille RojasThis week on #baaifkm we sit down with artist Camille Rojas. We talk about; failing as a learning tool, how to do the things that you love without compromising your mental health, and the very real imposter syndrome. Real conversations. Real artists. Find and Follow us: GALPAL Productions Instagram: @galpalprods  Facebook: GALPAL Productions This podcast wouldn't be possible without the support of our listeners. Support us here: Patreon2020-12-011h 01Being an Artist is F**king Killing MeBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeEpisode 103 - Murderville - Ginger Kearns, Chelsey Ng & Nikki BorgesThis week on #baaifkm we sit down with three of the woman behind the instaMiniSeries show Murderville, Ginger Kearns, Chelsey Ng & Nikki Borges. We talk about; creating a show for an untraditional platform, the importance of hiring an all-female crew, and the joy of watching your idea grow from start to finish. Real conversations. Real artists. Find and Follow us: GALPAL Productions Instagram: @galpalprods  Facebook: GALPAL Productions This podcast wouldn't be possible without the support of our listeners. Support us here: Patreon2020-11-241h 08Being an Artist is F**king Killing MeBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeEpisode 102 - Kayla FerreiraThis week on #baaifkm we sit down with painter Kayla Ferreira. We talk about; finishing a practical thesis during a pandemic, finding your artistic voice, creating a body of work, and figuring out what sells and what makes you happy. Real conversations. Real artists. Find and Follow us: GALPAL Productions Instagram: @galpalprods  Facebook: GALPAL Productions This podcast wouldn't be possible without the support of our listeners. Support us here: Patreon2020-11-171h 04Being an Artist is F**king Killing MeBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeEpisode 101 - Oksana BerdaThis week on #baaifkm we sit down with painter, ceramic and visual artist Oksana Berda. We talk about; finding space in a city that is notorious for not having any, creating art through the darkness, and learning how to make yourself a business on your own. Real conversations. Real artists. Find and Follow us: GALPAL Productions Instagram: @galpalprods  Facebook: GALPAL Productions This podcast wouldn't be possible without the support of our listeners. Support us here: Patreon2020-11-1056 minBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeEpisode 100 - Hana SafiThis week on #baaifkm we sit down with author and illustrator Hana Safi. We talk; her latest book 'Small, Broke and Kinda Dirty', the privilege of being able to choose art as a career and money as health. Real conversations. Real artists. Find and Follow us: GALPAL Productions Instagram: @galpalprods  Facebook: GALPAL Productions This podcast wouldn't be possible without the support of our listeners. Support us here: Patreon2020-11-031h 02Being an Artist is F**king Killing MeBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeEpisode 99 - Emily BattagliniThis week on #baaifkm we sit down with photographer Emily Battaglini. We talk about; consent in documentary photography, finding your voice outside of school, and shooting on film. Real conversations. Real artists. Find and Follow us: GALPAL Productions Instagram: @galpalprods  Facebook: GALPAL Productions This podcast wouldn't be possible without the support of our listeners. Support us here: Patreon2020-10-2754 minBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeEpisode 98 - Sammy RawalThis week on #baaifkm we sit down with director Sammy Rawal and we talk about; staying true to your process, bidding for projects, fighting for your community from the inside, and Yes Yes Y'all. Real conversations. Real artists. Find and Follow us: GALPAL Productions Instagram: @galpalprods  Facebook: GALPAL Productions This podcast wouldn't be possible without the support of our listeners. Support us here: Patreon2020-10-201h 14Being an Artist is F**king Killing MeBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeEpisode 97 - Kimberly Ann O’ConnorThis week on #baaifkm we sit down with musician and hypnotist Kimberly Ann O'Connor. We talk; why hypnosis, consent, and the similarities between trances in music and hypnotism. Real conversations. Real artists. Find and Follow us: GALPAL Productions Instagram: @galpalprods  Facebook: GALPAL Productions This podcast wouldn't be possible without the support of our listeners. Support us here: Patreon2020-10-131h 06Being an Artist is F**king Killing MeBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeEpisode 96 - Humza A. Mian - Season Four PremiereThis week on #baaifkm we sit down with drag queen Humza A. Mian aka Mango Lassi. We talk; starting out as an Instagram make-up queen, coming out (or not) to your family, and finding peace in making people happy with your art. Real conversations. Real artists. Find and Follow us: GALPAL Productions Instagram: @galpalprods  Facebook: GALPAL Productions This podcast wouldn't be possible without the support of our listeners. Support us here: Patreon2020-10-0653 minBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeEpisode 95 - Corynne & Raine - Season 3 FINALEPart 2 of our season wrap-up! As our FINAL EPISODE of SEASON THREE, we did a clip show! We bring you clips from some of the amazing performers, artists, community leaders, and experts that made appearances on #baaifkm this season. Hear from Rodney Diverlus, Nigel Downer, Ryan G. Hinds, Esie Mensah and Syreeta Hector.  Real conversations. Real artists. Find and Follow us: GALPAL Productions Instagram: @galpalprods  Facebook: GALPAL Productions This podcast wouldn't be possible without the support of our listeners. Support us here: Patreon  2020-06-3042 minBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeEpisode 94 - Antonia Lawrence & Emily Carson - Uplift Kitchen TOYOURE ABOUT TO HEAR FROM US TWICE IN ONE DAY!!  We got something a little different for you today! This week on #baaifkm we sit down with the cofounders of Uplift Kitchen TO, Antonia Lawrence & Emily Carson. We talk about; how they met, how Uplift Kitchen got started, the communities they support and how YOU CAN HELP.  Real conversations. Find and Follow us: GALPAL Productions Instagram: @galpalprods  Facebook: GALPAL Productions This podcast wouldn't be possible without the support of our listeners. Support us here: Patreon2020-06-3034 minBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeEpisode 93 - Corynne & Raine PART 2This week of #baaifkm you get us, your hosts, Corynne & Raine. We have more information for you regarding our last episode and the sexual assault allegations in the Toronto dance community. This is our second last episode of season three! It feels like a weird way to end such a great year but 🤷this is the way of the world currently. We miss your faces pals! xoxo Real conversations. Real artists. Find and Follow us: GALPAL Productions Instagram: @galpalprods  Facebook: GALPAL Productions This podcast wouldn't be possible without the support...2020-06-2314 minBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeEpisode 92 - Corynne & RaineThis week on #baaifkm you hear from us, your hosts, Corynne and Raine. We address the recent sexual assault allegations in the Toronto dance community. We talk about calling sexual predators outs and keeping the next generation of dancers safe. Enough is enough. Real conversations. Real artists. Find and Follow us: GALPAL Productions Instagram: @galpalprods  Facebook: GALPAL Productions This podcast wouldn't be possible without the support of our listeners. Support us here: Patreon2020-06-0922 minBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeEpisode 91 - Lindsay FranciscoThis week on #baaifkm we get caught up with our dear friend Lindsay Francisco. We talk about going back to school, what happened after she took a break from acting and how COVID-19 disrupted her plans to get back on stage. Real conversations. Real artists. Reminder that this is our new, hopefully temporary, format. We're sitting down with past guests remotely to check in with them. What have they been up to since our last convo and how has COVID-19 impacted them. Find and Follow us: GALPAL Productions Instagram: @galpalprods  F...2020-05-261h 30Being an Artist is F**king Killing MeBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeEpisode 90 - Syreeta HectorThis week on #baaifkm we get caught up with Syreeta Hector. We talk about; being overseas when the COVID-19 pandemic started to explode and we get an update on Syreeta's latest work Black Ballerina. Real conversations. Real artists. Reminder that this is our new, hopefully temporary, format. We're sitting down with past guests remotely to check in with them. What have they been up to since our last convo and how has COVID-19 impacted them. Find and Follow us: GALPAL Productions Instagram: @galpalprods  Facebook: GALPAL Productions This podc...2020-05-191h 42Being an Artist is F**king Killing MeBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeEpisode 89 - Ming-Bo LamThis week on #baaifkm we chat with Ming Bo Lam. We talk about; how quickly the entire world shifted to online classes, what the repercussions of moving everything online might be for the dance world and Bo's newest venture Oaysis Studios. Real conversations. Real artists. Reminder that this is our new, hopefully temporary, format. We're sitting down with past guests remotely to check in with them. What have they been up to since our last convo and how has COVID-19 impacted them. Find and Follow us: GALPAL Productions Instagram: @galpalprods  F...2020-05-121h 34Being an Artist is F**king Killing MeBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeEpisode 88 - Peter KellyThis week on #baaifkm we chat with Peter Kelly. We talk about; New Blue Festival, what the granting bodies are doing to support artists through this, and the fact that sometimes we don't feel like dancing. Real conversations. Real artists. A reminder that this is our new, hopefully temporary, format. We're sitting down with past guests remotely to check in with them. What have they been up to since our last convo and how has COVID-19 impacted them. Find and Follow us: GALPAL Productions Instagram: @galpalprods  Facebook: GALPAL Productions 2020-05-051h 29Being an Artist is F**king Killing MeBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeEpisode 87 - Patricia AllisonThis week on #baaifkm we chat with dance artist Patricia Allison (LastName FirstName Productions). We talk about; what might happen after this is all over, the accommodations the arts community is making, and our fears. Real conversations. Real artists. Find and Follow us: GALPAL Productions Instagram: @galpalprods  Facebook: GALPAL Productions This podcast wouldn't be possible without the support of our listeners. Support us here: Patreon2020-04-281h 27Being an Artist is F**king Killing MeBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeEpisode 86 - Sammi SmithThis week on #baaifkm we sit down with creator and designer of Soft Focus, Sammi Smith. We talk about, working from home, the current fear for small businesses and the importance of shopping locally. Real conversations. Real artists. Find and Follow us: GALPAL Productions Instagram: @galpalprods  Facebook: GALPAL Productions This podcast wouldn't be possible without the support of our listeners. Support us here: Patreon2020-04-211h 20Being an Artist is F**king Killing MeBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeEpisode 85 - Corynne Bisson & Raine KearnsThis week on #baaifkm you sit down with us, your hosts, Corynne Bisson & Raine Kearns. We talk about; what's been happening over the last two years, where the podcast came from and how we're currently dealing with not being about to see each other.  Real conversations. Real artists. Find and Follow us: GALPAL Productions Instagram: @galpalprods  Facebook: GALPAL Productions This podcast wouldn't be possible without the support of our listeners. Support us here: Patreon2020-04-1439 minBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeEpisode 84 - Michele ShusterThis week on #baaifkm we sit down with actor, singer, and dancer Michele Shuster, we talk about; being an understudy in Grease, body diversity in theatre, eating disorders and learning to love your body. Real conversations. Real artists. Find and Follow us: GALPAL Productions Instagram: @galpalprods  Facebook: GALPAL Productions This podcast wouldn't be possible without the support of our listeners. Support us here: Patreon2020-04-071h 24Being an Artist is F**king Killing MeBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeEpisode 83 - Rachel CairnsThis week on #baaifkm we sit down with writer, director, and actor Rachel Cairns and we talk about; eating disorders, therapy, Canadian funding bodies, abortions, and more therapy. Real conversations. Real artists. Find and Follow us: GALPAL Productions Instagram: @galpalprods  Facebook: GALPAL Productions This podcast wouldn't be possible without the support of our listeners. Support us here: Patreon2020-03-311h 10Being an Artist is F**king Killing MeBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeEpisode 82 - Esie MensahThis week on #baaifkm we sit down with dance artist and creator Esie Mensah. We talk; her most recent show Shades, cultural appropriation vs appreciation, skin bleaching and the traditional African dance community in Toronto. Real conversations. Real artists. Find and Follow us: GALPAL Productions Instagram: @galpalprods  Facebook: GALPAL Productions This podcast wouldn't be possible without the support of our listeners. Support us here: Patreon2020-03-241h 29Being an Artist is F**king Killing MeBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeEpisode 81 - Aaron JanThis week on #baaifkm we sit down with theatre-maker Aaron Jan and we talk about; being kicked out of school, character development in theatre and wondering how to make the changes you want to see in theatre pedagogy. Real conversations. Real artists. Find and Follow us: GALPAL Productions Instagram: @galpalprods  Facebook: GALPAL Productions This podcast wouldn't be possible without the support of our listeners. Support us here: Patreon2020-03-171h 25Being an Artist is F**king Killing MeBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeEpisode 80 - Ryan G. HindsThis week on #baaifkm we sit down with actor Ryan G. Hinds and we talk about; being a creature of the theatre, compartmentalizing your emotions when you have to be vulnerable on stage, Equity Canada & ACTRA and 'the show must go on'. Real conversations. Real artists.   Find and Follow us: GALPAL Productions Instagram: @galpalprods  Facebook: GALPAL Productions This podcast wouldn't be possible without the support of our listeners. Support us here: Patreon2020-03-101h 13Being an Artist is F**king Killing MeBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeEpisode 79 - Farzana DoctorThis week on #baaifkm we sit down with novelist and activist Farzana Doctor. We talk about; the process of writing her new book Seven, what happens in between a book being finished it being released and having to learn that it's not worth getting frustrated about the things out of your control.   Real conversations. Real artists. Pre-Order Seven here.  Find and Follow us: GALPAL Productions Instagram: @galpalprods  Facebook: GALPAL Productions This podcast wouldn't be possible without the support of our listeners. Support us here: Patreon2020-03-031h 04Being an Artist is F**king Killing MeBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeEpisode 78 - Maya FuhrThis week on #baaifkm we sit down with photographer Maya Fuhr. We talk about; creating commercial work to support your artistic work, calling yourself the annoyingly positive person, loving every second of it and knowing exactly what you want. Real conversations. Real artists. Find and Follow us: GALPAL Productions Instagram: @galpalprods  Facebook: GALPAL Productions This podcast wouldn't be possible without the support of our listeners. Support us here: Patreon2020-02-251h 07Being an Artist is F**king Killing MeBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeEpisode 77 - Blythe CronynThis week on #baaifkm we sit down with creative and jewelry maker @blythecronyn. We talk about; modeling overseas, the transition between modeling and acting, starting @elizabeth_blythe and falling in love with making things with your hands. Real conversations. Real artists. Find and Follow us: GALPAL Productions Instagram: @galpalprods  Facebook: GALPAL Productions This podcast wouldn't be possible without the support of our listeners. Support us here: Patreon2020-02-1851 minBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeEpisode 76 - Riley SimsThis week on #baaifkm we sit down with dance artist and artistic director of Social Growl, Riley Sims. We talk about his work Amorous Playlist, being in a two year creation period with your partner and the challenges of that, and finding your confidence. Real conversations. Real artists. Find and Follow us: GALPAL Productions Instagram: @galpalprods  Facebook: GALPAL Productions This podcast wouldn't be possible without the support of our listeners. Support us here: Patreon2020-02-111h 05Being an Artist is F**king Killing MeBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeEpisode 75 - Andreya KlobucarThis week on #baaifkm we sit down with the editor of Mimp Magazine and all-around creative Andreya Klobucar. We talk about; starting a magazine when you're 16, having your identity wrapped up in one thing and taking the time to discover who you are. Real conversations. Real artists. Find and Follow us: GALPAL Productions Instagram: @galpalprods  Facebook: GALPAL Productions This podcast wouldn't be possible without the support of our listeners. Support us here: Patreon 2020-02-041h 03Being an Artist is F**king Killing MeBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeEpisode 74 - Anna CatleyThis week on #baaifkm we sit down with editor Anna Catley. We talk about; Vancouver vs Toronto, the work hour expectations, proving yourself as a junior editor and learning how to say no to work without the fear of missing out on an opportunity. Real conversations. Real Artists. Find and Follow us: GALPAL Productions Instagram: @galpalprods  Facebook: GALPAL Productions This podcast wouldn't be possible without the support of our listeners. Support us here: Patreon 2020-01-2854 minBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeEpisode 73 - Alex GarantThis week on #baaifkm we have coffee with visual artist Alex Garant. We talk about; why Alex doesn't show in Toronto, the tool that Instagram can be, life altering health events, and how her first gallery show happened.  Real conversations. Real Artists. Find and Follow us: GALPAL Productions Instagram: @galpalprods  Facebook: GALPAL Productions This podcast wouldn't be possible without the support of our listeners. Support us here: Patreon 2020-01-211h 00Being an Artist is F**king Killing MeBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeEpisode 72 - Nigel Downer This week on #baaifkm we have coffee with comedian and actor Nigel Downer. We talk about; being rejected for things you can't change, his steps through Second City, the act of being vulnerable on stage and his new series Bit Playas.   Real conversations. Real Artists. Find and Follow us: GALPAL Productions Instagram: @galpalprods  Facebook: GALPAL Productions This podcast wouldn't be possible without the support of our listeners. Support us here: Patreon 2020-01-1457 minBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeEpisode 71 - Emma WilliamsonThis week on #baaifkm we have coffee with poet and fiction writer Emma Williamson. We talk about; moving from a traditional career into the arts, being a mother, how poetry has changed in the last decade and what challenges have popped up with the career change.   Real conversations. Real Artists.  Find and Follow us: GALPAL Productions Instagram: @galpalprods  Facebook: GALPAL Productions This podcast wouldn't be possible without the support of our listeners. Support us here: Patreon2020-01-071h 37Being an Artist is F**king Killing MeBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeEpisode 70 - Roberto SapienzaThis week on #baaifkm we sit down with musical theater performer and producer Roberto Sapienza of Sapling Toronto. We talk about; producing Saplings first show, the issues that run deep in theater school, realizing the industry you're in is riddled with problems and wanting to be a part of the solution. Real conversations. Real artists. Find and Follow us: GALPAL Productions Instagram: @galpalprods  Facebook: GALPAL Productions This podcast wouldn't be possible without the support of our listeners. Support us here: Patreon2019-12-171h 03Being an Artist is F**king Killing MeBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeEpisode 69 - Chloe LamarcheThis week on #baaifkm we sit down with visual artist Chloe Lamarche. We talk about; going through the shit before being able to find yourself in your art, finding your community in the women around you and how individuality is SO important. Real conversations. Real artists. Find and Follow us: GALPAL Productions Instagram: @galpalprods  Facebook: GALPAL Productions This podcast wouldn't be possible without the support of our listeners. Support us here: Patreon2019-12-101h 11Being an Artist is F**king Killing MeBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeEpisode 68 - Rodney DiverlusThis week on #baaifkm we sit down with dancer and choreographer Rodney Diverlus. We talk about; agitating to get stuff done in the city, how Toronto is trying to be 'cool' and wanting to push ourselves and others out of our comfort zones. Real conversations. Real artists. Find and Follow us: GALPAL Productions Instagram: @galpalprods  Facebook: GALPAL Productions This podcast wouldn't be possible without the support of our listeners. Support us here: Patreon2019-12-031h 24Being an Artist is F**king Killing MeBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeEpisode 67 - Anna EdellThis week on #baaifkm we have coffee with creative director Anna Edell. We talk about; the job that it is to find your own work as a freelancer, learning to price your work differently for creating ongoing brand identities and creative technical design work and trying to decide if the city life is for us. Real conversations. Real artists. Find and Follow us: GALPAL Productions Instagram: @galpalprods  Facebook: GALPAL Productions This podcast wouldn't be possible without the support of our listeners. Support us here: Patreon2019-11-261h 02Being an Artist is F**king Killing MeBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeEpisode 66 - Rei MisiriThis week on #baaifkm we sit down with muralist Rei Misiri. We talk about; building genuine relationships to feed your artistic practice, putting value on yourself and in turn your artwork and gaining new perspectives by going through the hard shit. Real conversations. Real artists. Find and Follow us: GALPAL Productions Instagram: @galpalprods  Facebook: GALPAL Productions This podcast wouldn't be possible without the support of our listeners. Support us here: Patreon2019-11-191h 04Being an Artist is F**king Killing MeBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeEpisode 65 - Jeia RougeThis week on #baaifkm we sit down with producer and music maker Jeia. We talk about; leaving your home country for the "north american dream", trying to stay accountable to yourself while allowing yourself to be open and vulnerable, and never wanting to show your mistakes while constantly second guessing yourself. Real conversations. Real artists. Find and Follow us: GALPAL Productions Instagram: @galpalprods  Facebook: GALPAL Productions This podcast wouldn't be possible without the support of our listeners. Support us here: Patreon2019-11-121h 03Being an Artist is F**king Killing MeBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeEpisode 64 - Taylor OakesThis week on #baaifkm we sit and have coffee with photographer Taylor Oakes. We talk about; chronic illness and depression, kink and photography and when your family just doesn't f**king get it. Real conversations. Real artists. Find and Follow us: GALPAL Productions Instagram: @galpalprods  Facebook: GALPAL Productions This podcast wouldn't be possible without the support of our listeners. Support us here: Patreon2019-11-0549 minBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeEpisode 63 - Brittany BrooksThis week on #baaifkm we sit with country music singer and songwriter Brittany Brooks. We talk about; the fear of not doing the thing, finding your band and being your own boss. Real conversations. Real artists.  Find and Follow us: GALPAL Productions Instagram: @galpalprods  Facebook: GALPAL Productions This podcast wouldn't be possible without the support of our listeners. Support us here: Patreon2019-10-2949 minBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeEpisode 62 - Aria EvansThis week on #baaifkm we're bringing one out of the archives, episode 22 with Aria Evans! Its been a busy and rough couple weeks for us, shit happens and so we want to share an oldie but a goodie with you! Listen to us share our thoughts about the federal election, the transparency of Toronto dance studios and our BRAND NEW Junior Producer Devon Hauth! Real conversations. Real artists. In The Abyss info & tickets.  Find and Follow us: GALPAL Productions Instagram: @galpalprods  Facebook: GALPAL Productions This podca...2019-10-221h 13Being an Artist is F**king Killing MeBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeEpisode 61 - Yolanda BonnellThis week on #baaifkm we have coffee with performer and playwright Yolanda Bonnell. We talk about; decolonizing theatre, working with trauma while keeping yourself grounded in the process and creating work for Indigenous women.  Find and Follow us: GALPAL Productions Instagram: @galpalprods  Facebook: GALPAL Productions This podcast wouldn't be possible without the support of our listeners. Support us here: Patreon2019-10-151h 02Being an Artist is F**king Killing MeBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeEpisode 60 - Natalie Very BThis week on #baaifkm we sit down with illustrator and muralist Natalie Very B. We talk about; mental health, social media, staying true to who you are and being inspired to do more than make art. Find and Follow us: GALPAL Productions Instagram: @galpalprods  Facebook: GALPAL Productions This podcast wouldn't be possible without the support of our listeners. Support us here: Patreon2019-10-081h 04Being an Artist is F**king Killing MeBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeEpisode 59 - Kate Knox - Season Three PremiereSEASON THREE IS HERE! This week on #baaifkm we sit down with burlesque performer Kate Knox (@kknoxharter) of High Society Cabaret (@highsocietycabaret). We talk about; what its like to be bullied by employers and employees, having the guts to stand up for yourself and walking away for your sanity. Find and Follow us: GALPAL Productions Instagram: @galpalprods  Facebook: GALPAL Productions This podcast wouldn't be possible without the support of our listeners. Support us here: Patreon2019-10-011h 41Being an Artist is F**king Killing MeBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeSeason 2 Finale - Corynne & RaineFor the season two finale, you sit down with us! We talk about some of our favourite moments from the past year and our plans for season three. We take it old school and ask each other the question; 'is being an artist f**king killing you?'.  Real artists, real conversations.  Find and Follow us: GALPAL Productions Instagram: @galpalprods  Facebook: GALPAL Productions This podcast wouldn't be possible without the support of our listeners. Support us here: Patreon2019-07-3020 minBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeEpisode 57 - Syreeta HectorThis week on #baaifkm we have coffee with dancer, choreographer and performer Syreeta Hector (@syreets). We talk about her solo piece, Black Ballerina, creating politically charged work, the culture shock of moving from the Maritimes to North Carolina, questioning the institutions we grew up in and the difficulty of creating work on yourself. Real conversations, real artists.  See Black Ballerina as part of Summerworks: http://summerworks.ca/artists/black-ballerina/ August 11th 8:15pm August 14th 5:15pm August 18th 5:30pm Find and Follow us: GALPAL Productions Instagram: @galpalprods  Facebook: GALPAL Productions This podcast would...2019-07-231h 05Being an Artist is F**king Killing MeBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeEpisode 56 - Stevie JoffeThis week on #baaifkm we have coffee with Stevie Joffe (@stevie_joffe), lead singer of the Birds of Bellwoods (@birdsbellwoods). We talk about the high highs and the low lows of being on tour, the responsibility you have to the content you put out into the world and our biggest dream projects. Find and Follow us: GALPAL Productions Instagram: @galpalprods  Facebook: GALPAL Productions This podcast wouldn't be possible without the support of our listeners. Support us here: Patreon2019-07-161h 08Being an Artist is F**king Killing MeBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeEpisode 55 - Khadija MboweThis week on #baaifkm we have coffee with classical opera singer Khadija Mbowe (@khadijambowe.soprano). We talk about the pitfalls of performing arts in a university setting, what happens we don’t make room for others and going above and beyond to create diverse and inclusive learning experiences. Find and Follow us: GALPAL Productions Instagram: @galpalprods  Facebook: GALPAL Productions This podcast wouldn't be possible without the support of our listeners. Support us here: Patreon2019-07-0951 minBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeEpisode 54 - Patrick Kwok-ChoonThis week on #baaifkm we sit down with actor Patrick Kwok-Choon (@kwok_rock). We talk about dealing with mental health, the realities of being a professional performer and the impacts of representation on screen. Find and Follow us: GALPAL Productions Instagram: @galpalprods  Facebook: GALPAL Productions This podcast wouldn't be possible without the support of our listeners. Support us here: Patreon2019-07-0250 minBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeEpisode 53 - Sally FraterGalPals x Luminato Festival: Episode Four This week on #baaifkm we have coffee with Curator of The Drawing Room Sally Frater. We talk about how the Drawing Room came together, how building relationships with artists is important and how you can see yourself reflected in art. Find and Follow us: GALPAL Productions Instagram: @galpalprods  Facebook: GALPAL Productions This podcast wouldn't be possible without the support of our listeners. Support us here: Patreon2019-06-2549 minBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeEpisode 52 - Alex RandGalPals x Luminato Festival: Episode Three This week on #baaifkm we sit with Programming Associate & Producer of Luminato, Alex Rand. We talk about Illuminating Ideas, having tough conversations about tough topics and leaving one career for another.  https://luminatofestival.com/2019/Events/Illuminating-Ideas Use our code GALPAL15 for 15% off tickets!  Find and Follow us: GALPAL Productions Instagram: @galpalprods  Facebook: GALPAL Productions This podcast wouldn't be possible without the support of our listeners. Support us here: Patreon2019-06-1851 minBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeEpisode 51 - Ximena HuiziGalPals x Luminato Festival: Episode Two This week on #baaifkm we sit and have coffee with Ximena Huizi, an actress in Four Sisters by Paradigm Productions and Susanna Fournier. We talk about how Four Sisters has created a world in and of itself, what it feels like to work on something that as an artist you feel unbelievably connected to and taking care of each other in the process. Use our code GALPAL15 for 15% off tickets!  Find and Follow us: GALPAL Productions Instagram: @galpalprods  Facebook: GALPAL Productions This podca...2019-06-1156 minBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeEpisode 50 - Bobby BeckettThis week we on #baaifkm sat and had coffee with Bobby Beckett, the producer of the venue and in charge of the creation of the conversation of the warehouse space for Monday Nights presented by Luminato Festival 2019. We talked about community, the importance of production and the importance of accessibility.  Monday Night's runs June 7th - 16th. Get your tickets here https://luminatofestival.com/2019/Events/monday-nights  Use our code GALPAL15 for 15% off tickets!  Find and Follow us: GALPAL Productions Instagram: @galpalprods  Facebook: GALPAL Productions This podcast wouldn't be possib...2019-06-0455 minBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeEpisode 49 - ZESTcreativeThis week we sat down with the ladies of ZESTcreative (@_zestcreative_), a brand new collective fronted by dancers; Zoe Kenneally (@zoekenneally), Sarah McLennan (@sarahdactyl613) and Eva Connelly-Miller (@e.v.a_rose). We talk about what keeps them up at night, the challenges of producing their first show and being a part of the Toronto Fringe Festival. Real conversations, real artists.  Find and Follow us: GALPAL Productions Instagram: @galpalprods  Facebook: GALPAL Productions This podcast wouldn't be possible without the support of our listeners. Support us here: Patreon2019-05-2148 minBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeEpisode 48 - Rian AlstonThis week on #baaifkm we have drinks on the patio with arts worker Rian Alston. Rian is the Creative Director of the Space in Ottawa. We talk about how he ended up in the arts, the hardships of running a facility with no government funding and what gets him through the day to day. Real conversations, real artists. Find and Follow us: GALPAL Productions Instagram: @galpalprods  Facebook: GALPAL Productions This podcast wouldn't be possible without the support of our listeners. Support us here: Patreon2019-05-1448 minBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeEpisode 47 - Alysa PiresThis week on #baaifkm we sit down with choreographer and dancer Alysa Pires (@alysapiresdanceprojects). We talk about straddling a line between two different dance worlds, drowning and taking advantages of opportunities when we have them. Real conversations, real artists Find and Follow us: GALPAL Productions Instagram: @galpalprods  Facebook: GALPAL Productions This podcast wouldn't be possible without the support of our listeners. Support us here: Patreon2019-05-071h 17Being an Artist is F**king Killing MeBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeEpisode 46 - Eleanor BullThis week on #baaifkm we sit down with front woman Eleanor Bull (@lenny_bull_official). We talk about injuries (past and present), big life shifts and wanting to be the boss. Find and Follow us: GALPAL Productions Instagram: @galpalprods  Facebook: GALPAL Productions This podcast wouldn't be possible without the support of our listeners. Support us here: Patreon2019-04-3056 minBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeEpisode 45 - Kristen ZazaThis week on #baaifkm we have coffee with writer, composer and podcaster Kristen Zaza (@darkcoldnightpodcast). We talk about how her podcasts came to be, being careful about what you put out to the world and what number it would take for us to sell all of our lifes work.  Find and Follow us: GALPAL Productions Instagram: @galpalprods  Facebook: GALPAL Productions This podcast wouldn't be possible without the support of our listeners. Support us here: Patreon2019-04-2345 minBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeEpisode 44 - Natasha PowellThis week on #baaifkm we sat down with artistic director of Holla Jazz (@hollajazz) Natasha Powell (@tashapowellto). We talk about finding whats important to you, planning for the future and the title of being an artist. Find and Follow us: GALPAL Productions Instagram: @galpalprods  Facebook: GALPAL Productions This podcast wouldn't be possible without the support of our listeners. Support us here: Patreon2019-04-1653 minBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeEpisode 43 - Ella AvilaThis week on #baaifkm we coffee with dancer and founder of Her Creative TO (@hercreativeto) Ella Avila (@eleanorjaneavila). We talk about female empowerment, the urban dance scene and the need for community. Real conversations, real artists.  Subscribe to our newsletter: GALPAL Productions Instagram: @galpalprods  Facebook: GALPAL Productions This podcast wouldn't be possible without the support of our listeners. Support us here: Patreon2019-04-0945 minBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeEpisode 42 - Mark Kulmala - My Father's SonThis week on #baaifkm we sat down with musician Mark Kulmala. We talk about writing music from a dark place, the dark side of touring and never wanting to retire. Real conversations, real artists.  Listen to My Father's Son here!  Subscribe to our newsletter: GALPAL Productions Instagram: @galpalprods  Facebook: GALPAL Productions This podcast wouldn't be possible without the support of our listeners. Support us here: Patreon2019-04-021h 02Being an Artist is F**king Killing MeBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeEpisode 41 - Carly MagaThis week on #baaifkm we have coffee with Toronto Star's theatre critic Carly Maga. We chat about the importance of the language used around art, that critiques are also labours of love, still being nervous about her writing and the importance of challenging traditional theatre. Real artists, real conversations. Subscribe to our newsletter: GALPAL Productions Instagram: @galpalprods  Facebook: GALPAL Productions This podcast wouldn't be possible without the support of our listeners. Support us here: Patreon2019-03-2644 minBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeEpisode 40 - Ran Zhu & Jaden CurtisThis week on #baaifkm we sit down actors, writers and comedy duo Ran & Jaden (@ranandjaden). The four of us chat about social media, representation of queer Canadians and Canada's obsession with American media content. Real conversations, real artists. Check out their new trailer here!  Subscribe to our newsletter: GALPAL Productions Instagram: @galpalprods  Facebook: GALPAL Productions This podcast wouldn't be possible without the support of our listeners. Support us here: Patreon2019-03-1956 minBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeEpisode 39 - Peter KellyThis week on #baaifkm we sit down with dancer, choreographer and artistic director of New Blue Emerging Dance (@newbluedance) Peter Kelly (@thepkism). We talk about the duality in art, the weirdness of grieving while things are going well and both physical and mental health. Subscribe to our newsletter: GALPAL Productions Instagram: @galpalprods  Facebook: GALPAL Productions This podcast wouldn't be possible without the support of our listeners. Support us here: Patreon2019-03-121h 02Being an Artist is F**king Killing MeBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeEpisode 38 - Ginger KearnsThis week on #baaifkm we have coffee on the couch with Ginger Kearns (@gingerkearns). We talked about auditioning for SNL, taking the reins in your career and leveling up as you get older. Real conversations, real artists.  Find and Follow us: GALPAL Productions Instagram: @galpalprods  Facebook: GALPAL Productions Support us: Patreon2019-03-051h 01Being an Artist is F**king Killing MeBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeEpisode 37 - SaMel TanzThis week on #baaifkm we chat with Sam & Mel of the duo SaMel Tanz (@sameltanz). We talked about their latest show Mind-ful(l), what it really costs to produce a show in Toronto and the difficulties about creating work around mental health. Real conversations, real artists.  Find and Follow us: GALPAL Productions Instagram: @galpalprods  Facebook: GALPAL Productions Support us: Patreon2019-02-2651 minBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeEpisode 36 - Matt LandryThis week on #baaifkm chat with filmmaker and actor Matt Landry (@matthewevanslandry) . Matt tells us about the four years he spent in an actors studio. The good, the bad, the ugly and what he learned about himself along the way. We urge you to listen to this episode from start to finish, you need the fully story.  Real conversations, real artists.  Find and Follow us: GALPAL Productions Instagram: @galpalprods  Facebook: GALPAL Productions Support us: Patreon2019-02-1953 minBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeEpisode 35 - Roy UrbanozoThis week on #baaifkm we sat and had coffee with dancer and arts entrepreneur Roy Urbanozo (@royurbanozo). We talked about making arts a career, the lack of resources and wanting to bring the community together.  Real conversations, real artists.  Find and Follow us: GALPAL Productions Instgram: @galpalprods  Facebook: GALPAL Productions Support us: Patreon2019-02-1246 minBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeEpisode 34 - Mateo Galindo TorresThis week on #baaifkm we had a quick coffee with choreographer and dancer Mateo Galindo Torres. We talk about feeling lost, connecting back to your roots and penis points. Real conversations, real artists.  Find and Follow us: GALPAL Productions Instgram: @galpalprods  Facebook: GALPAL Productions Support us: Patreon2019-02-0538 minBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeEpisode 33 - Laura SimmonsThis week on #baaifkm we sit down with painter and art therapist Laura Simmons. We talk about wanting a career path, the importance of community and writing a thesis. Real conversations, real artists.  Sign up for our newsletter: GALPAL Productions Instagram: @galpalprods  Facebook: GALPAL Productions This podcast wouldn't be possible without the support of our listeners. Support us here: Patreon2019-01-2953 minBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeEpisode 32 - Hernani SagraThis week on #baaifkm we had coffee with photographer and dancer Hernani Sagra (@nani.shoots). We talk about taking responsibility for creating safe work and creative spaces, call out culture and mental health. Real conversations, real artists.  Find and Follow us: GALPAL Productions Instagram: @galpalprods  Facebook: GALPAL Productions This podcast wouldn't be possible without the support of our listeners. Support us here: Patreon2019-01-2254 minBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeEpisode 31- Daniel WillistonThis week on #baaifkm we sit down with theatre artist Daniel Williston (@danielwilliston). We talk about auditioning in the city of Toronto, how you have to keep yourself engaged in a show and growing theatre scene all over the country.  Real conversations, real artists.  Find and Follow us: GALPAL Productions Instagram: @galpalprods  Facebook: GALPAL Productions This podcast wouldn't be possible without the support of our listeners. Support us here: Patreon2019-01-1553 minBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeEpisode 30 - Lisa LobsingerHAPPY NEW YEAR! WE’RE BACK!  This week on #baaifkm we explore the farm with singer Lisa Lobsinger. The three of us talk about out growing the town where you started, touring and deciding to leaving the city.  Real conversations, real artists.  Find and Follow us: GALPAL Productions Instagram: @galpalprods  Facebook: GALPAL Productions This podcast wouldn't be possible without the support of our listeners. Support us here: Patreon2019-01-0831 minBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeEpisode 29 - Tyler AngellLAST EPISODE OF 2018! This week we sit down with dancer Tyler Angell (@tyangell) We sip our consolation coffee and talk the Toronto Fringe Fest, terrible contracts that obviously had to be turned down and how Tyler took his time moving to Toronto to pursue dance. Real conversations, real artists.  Find and Follow us: GALPAL Productions Instagram: @galpalprods  Facebook: GALPAL Productions Support us: Patreon  2018-12-1859 minBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeEpisode 28 - Andrew CividinoThis week on #baaifkm Corynne (@corynnebisson) and Raine (@thatssoraine) have coffee with director and writer Andrew Cividino (@andrewcividino). The three talk about how every time you start a project you have to start from scratch, how cubical life can be a work-cation and how strategic film festival submission is.  Real conversations, real artists.  Check out Andrews award winning short: We Ate the Children Last  Find and Follow us: GALPAL Productions Instagram: @galpalprods  Facebook: GALPAL Productions Support us: Patreon  2018-12-1159 minBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeEpisode 27 - Lisa Lobsinger & Paul PfistererThis week on #baaifkm Corynne (@corynnebisson) and Raine (@thatssoraine) head out to 'the farm' to spend some time with Lisa Lobsinger and Paul Pfisterer. They talk about the decision to leave Toronto, what it means to commodify your art and the fact that being an artist is a choice.  Real conversations, real artists.  Listen to Lisa's favourite tune from the album Laser here Linda.  Find and Follow us: GALPAL Productions Instgram: @galpalprods  Facebook: GALPAL Productions Support us: Patreon    2018-12-041h 06Being an Artist is F**king Killing MeBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeEpisode 26 - Andrew CameronThis week on #baaifkm @corynnebisson and @thatssoraine chat with lead singer of the @rvnnersmusic Andrew Cameron (@andrewcameronmusic) They talk about what its like to grow up in a family of extroverts, addiction and mental health. Real artists, real conversations. Find and Follow us: GALPAL Productions Instgram: @galpalprods  Facebook: GALPAL Productions Support us: Patreon2018-11-2749 minBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeBeing an Artist is F**king Killing MeEpisode 25 - Alvin CollantesThis week on #baaifkm Corynne (@corynnebisson) and Raine (@thatssoraine) chat with dancer and photographer Alvin Collantes (@alvincollantesdance). They talk about what it's like to slow down the hustle, to experience real life and to let those experiences change your art.  Real artists. Real conversations.  Find and Follow us: GALPAL Productions Instgram: @galpalprods  Facebook: GALPAL Productions Support us: Patreon2018-11-2050 min