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Crafted ConnectionsEP 46: SOLO - A Check-In, A Celebration, and an InvitationEpisode 46: SOLO - A Check-In, A Celebration, and an InvitationHosted by Katelyn CalhounThis episode is a check-in — a moment to pause, reflect, and open the door for deeper connection with you, the listener.After nearly a year of publishing the podcast consistently, I recently crossed a milestone I’m really proud of: 1,000 downloads. And instead of immediately pushing forward to the next goal, I wanted to take a beat to celebrate, acknowledge the journey, and ask an important question:What do we want this...
2026-01-2213 min
Crafted ConnectionsEP 45: Iteration and the Art of Building Connection with Félix MedinaEpisode 45: Iteration and the Art of Building Connection with Félix MedinaHosted by Katelyn CalhounThis week on Crafted Connections, I’m joined by my longtime friend and collaborator Félix Medina for a wide-ranging, honest conversation about identity, entrepreneurship, and what it really means to build meaningful connections with other humans.Félix and I have known each other for nearly a decade, and this conversation reflects that depth of history. We talk openly about his upbringing in a border town—growing up not just bilingual but bicultu...
2026-01-151h 08Crafted ConnectionsEP 44: SOLO - A Softer Way to Set ResolutionsEpisode 44: SOLO - A Softer Way to Set Resolutions (& My Three Loving Commitments for 2026)Hosted by Katelyn CalhounThis week on Crafted Connections, I’m kicking off the year with a solo episode — and the first solo of 2026 — to talk honestly about resolutions, intentions, and the complicated relationship many of us have with both.For a long time, resolutions weren’t a healthy tool for me. They were tied to restriction, self-criticism, and pressure — especially in relation to food, body image, and control. So I stepped away from them completely...
2026-01-0819 min
Crafted ConnectionsEP 43: Reality Transurfing with Owen Hunt, the Blue Collar MysticEpisode 43: Reality Transurfing with Owen Hunt, the Blue Collar Mystic Hosted by Katelyn CalhounWelcome to the first episode of 2026 — and what a way to begin.In this episode of Crafted Connections, I’m joined by Owen Hunt for a fascinating, grounded, and practical conversation about Reality Transurfing — a framework for understanding how we move through possibility, intention, and choice in our lives.I met Owen through an online accountability community, where his consistency, encouragement, and calm presence immediately stood out. He describes himself as a “blue...
2026-01-0153 min
Crafted ConnectionsEP 42: Rewriting the Path to a Creative Career with Maddie MillerEpisode 42: Rewriting the Path to a Creative Career with Maddie MillerHosted by Katelyn CalhounThis week on Crafted Connections, I’m joined by Maddie Miller for a thoughtful, grounded conversation about building a creative career that evolves with you. She is an artist, printmaker, and digital marketing strategist based in Fort Wayne, Indiana.Maddie’s story is one of curiosity, experimentation, and patience. With a background in traditional fine art printmaking, nonprofit arts organizations, and community-focused creative work, she shares how her path has unfolded less like a stra...
2025-12-1857 min
Crafted ConnectionsEP 41: Micro-Movements and Joy-Driven Motivation with Erika Petrelli BayhEpisode 41: Micro-Movements and Joy-Driven Motivation with Erika Petrelli BayhHosted by Katelyn CalhounThis week on Crafted Connections, I’m joined by speaker, coach, facilitator — and full-on light beam of a human — Erika Petrelli Bayh.We met briefly at a women’s leadership conference and instantly fell into a deep conversation about story, growth, and the contradictions of being human. This episode is a continuation of that energy: real, spacious, thoughtful, and full of grounded wisdom.Erika’s work centers around social and emotional intelligen...
2025-12-111h 01
Crafted ConnectionsEP 40: Saying “Yes” When Opportunities Arise with Andrea DodsonEpisode 40: Saying “Yes” When Opportunities Arise with Andrea Dodson Hosted by Katelyn CalhounThis week on Crafted Connections, I’m joined by the powerhouse human that is Andrea Dodson—entrepreneur, former collegiate athlete, pilot, international flight attendant, community advocate, coach, and deeply intentional mother of three.Andrea and her husband built Redwood Automotive in Anderson, Indiana from six cars and pure grit into a community-rooted dealership shaped by their core values: connection, service, responsibility, and saying yes when life opens a door.But her story doesn’t start wi...
2025-12-0453 min
Crafted ConnectionsEP 39: REWIND - Curiosity, Sobriety, & the Healing Nature of Stories with Anna ZimmermanEpisode 39: REWIND – Curiosity, Sobriety, & the Healing Nature of Stories with Anna Zimmerman Hosted by Katelyn CalhounWe’re rewinding the clock today and revisiting one of the most downloaded, most shared, and most loved episodes of Crafted Connections — a conversation that continues to resonate deeply with this community.I’m joined by my dear friend Anna Zimmerman — facilitator, former professor, strategic thinker, and someone who leads with deep care and grounded presence. In this episode, Anna opens up about her journey through academia, sobriety, identity shifts, and choosing a life rooted in...
2025-11-2751 minCrafted ConnectionsEP 38: SOLO – End of Beginning – The Story of Saying Goodbye to My First CompanyEpisode 38: SOLO – End of Beginning – The Story of Saying Goodbye to My First Company Hosted by Katelyn CalhounThis week’s Crafted Connections is a solo episode — one that’s both tender and transformative.In honor of National Entrepreneur Day, I’m sharing the full story behind closing my first company, Teardrop Pictures, and what it means to finally say goodbye.For eight years, Teardrop was my creative home. It was where I grew up as a filmmaker, storyteller, and entrepreneur — learning hard lessons, building community, and creating w...
2025-11-2024 minCrafted ConnectionsEP 37: SOLO - Mindset Swaps to Move Past Resistance & Share Your StoryEpisode 37: SOLO - Mindset Swaps to Move Past Resistance & Share Your Story Hosted by Katelyn CalhounThis week on Crafted Connections, it’s just you and me — a solo episode all about shifting the stories we tell ourselves before we share our story with others.We all face resistance when it comes to storytelling — that little voice that says my story isn’t special, I’ll share when I’m more successful, or no one really cares what I have to say. But those thoughts are exactly what keep us from connecting.In this...
2025-11-0612 min
Crafted ConnectionsEP 36: On Impact with Megan Hamilton, the Impact WitchEpisode 36: On Impact with Megan Hamilton, the Impact Witch Hosted by Katelyn CalhounThis week on Crafted Connections, we’re tapping into creativity, courage, and a lotta bit of magic with Megan Hamilton — speaker, coach, musician, and host of Embracing Enchantment on the Women in Media Network.Megan is a powerful communicator who helps people step into their voice and create impact with confidence. As the Speaker Advisor for the award-winning TEDxQueensU since 2020, she’s coached powerful and meaningful TEDx, keynote, and signature talks all around the world.As the...
2025-10-3051 min
Crafted ConnectionsEP 35: A Reminder to Live Your Life with Horace TongEpisode 35: A Reminder to Live Your Life with Horace Tong Hosted by Katelyn CalhounThis week on Crafted Connections, we’re taking a trip around the world—literally—with traveler, adventurer, and all-around joy-bringer Horace Tong.Horace has visited every country in the world, but his story goes far beyond passport stamps. It’s about curiosity, courage, and connection—the kind that reminds us why we’re here in the first place.From crushing an oyster-eating contest in his home city of Vancouver to visiting Antarctica, Horace share...
2025-10-2351 min
Crafted ConnectionsEP 34: Creating Choice with Brittany ScottEpisode 34: Creating Choice with Brittany Scott Hosted by Katelyn CalhounThis week on Crafted Connections, we’re sitting down with Brittany Scott — founder and CEO of GROW WIWO (Grow With Women) — for a conversation about curiosity, connection, and creating spaces where women can thrive both personally and professionally.Brittany’s story is one of resilience, leadership, and redefining what it means to build community. From her early years as an athlete and educator to launching multiple wellness and empowerment ventures—including Mom Gets Moxie and GROW WIWO—she’s turned chall...
2025-10-1650 min
Crafted ConnectionsEP 33: How Business, Creativity, and Community Co-Exist with Daiyawn SmithEpisode 33: How Business, Creativity, and Community Co-Exist with Daiyawn Smith Hosted by Katelyn CalhounThis week on Crafted Connections, we’re diving deep into the intersection of business, creativity, and community with filmmaker, creator, and all-around good-vibes human Daiyawn Smith — founder of Dai In & Dai Out Productions.Daiyawn’s story is one of imagination, consistency, and heart. From early influences that sparked his love of storytelling to building a brand rooted in authenticity, excellence, and connection, he shares what it means to be both a creative and a business owner in tod...
2025-10-0949 min
Crafted ConnectionsEP 32: On-the-Go – Collective Voices on "Alignment"Episode 32: On-the-Go – Collective Voices on "Alignment" Hosted by Katelyn CalhounWe’ve reached the final episode in our On-the-Go series from the GROW Conference in Fort Wayne—and this one brings it all together. We’re weaving together the interviewee's definitions of "Alignment."As you’ll hear, alignment is not a one-size-fits-all definition—it shifts with our seasons, challenges, and growth. Alongside this compilation of voices, I share my own reflections on alignment in my life right now—what it means to embrace the “hustler” part of myself while making space for all the...
2025-09-2521 min
Crafted ConnectionsEP 31: On-the-Go - Darnell ScottEpisode 31: On-the-Go – Darnell Scott on Imagination, Alignment & Photographing Life as It Is Hosted by Katelyn CalhounWe’re back with another On-the-Go episode from the GROW Conference in Fort Wayne—this time featuring photographer Darnell Scott, whose journey is equal parts inspiring and grounded in purpose.Darnell isn’t just behind the camera—he’s using photography as a tool for empowerment. Through his work with at-risk youth, he’s helped more than 188 kids discover a new way of seeing the world by placing cameras in their hands. His own story...
2025-09-2408 min
Crafted ConnectionsEP 30: On-the-Go – Tracey HantonEpisode 30: On-the-Go – Tracey Hanton of Praise Worthy Candles on Starting Over, Connection & Reclaiming AlignmentHosted by Katelyn CalhounWe’re back with another On-the-Go episode from the GROW Conference in Fort Wayne, this time featuring an illuminating (pun intended!) conversation with Tracey Hanton, founder of Praise Worthy Candles and proudly known as “The Candle Queen.”Tracey shares the powerful story of moving to Fort Wayne from Philadelphia just months before the pandemic hit, and the unexpected challenges—and community—that shaped her journey. She opens up about lau...
2025-09-2308 minCrafted ConnectionsEP 29: On-the-Go - Tabitha DeSerannoEpisode 29: On-the-Go – Tabitha DeSeranno on Reinvention, Authentic Branding & Not Hiding AnymoreHosted by Katelyn CalhounThis On-the-Go mini-sode—recorded live at the GROW Conference in Fort Wayne—features a spark-filled conversation with Tabitha DeSeranno, creative CEO and founder of Spark & Soul Design Studio.Tabitha shares the unexpected moment that propelled her back into full-time entrepreneurship and how that experience shaped not just her business—but her voice, her confidence, and her brand. We talk about owning your energy, staying true to yourself, and how “alignment” is less abou...
2025-09-2207 minCrafted ConnectionsEP 28: On-the-Go - Leah GiaQuintaEpisode 28: On-the-Go – Leah GiaQuinta on Divorce, Identity & Embodied AlignmentHosted by Katelyn CalhounIn this On-the-Go episode, recorded live at the GROW Conference in Fort Wayne, we’re joined by Leah GiaQuinta, a divorce transition coach and founder of Leah GiaQuinta Coaching.Leah shares her own deeply personal journey of navigating divorce after 15 years of marriage, and how that experience became the foundation of her work today. With vulnerability and grace, she explores the ripple effects of major life transitions—and how we can choose to let them h...
2025-09-1910 min
Crafted ConnectionsEP 27: On-the-Go - Sarah WeaverEpisode 27: On-the-Go – Sarah Weaver on Postpartum, Thyroid Health & Creating a Life You Don’t Need a Vacation FromHosted by Katelyn CalhounThis week’s On-the-Go episode brings you a candid and empowering conversation with Sarah Weaver of Entourage Health LLC, a functional medicine nurse practitioner with a passion for hormone, mood, and energy care.Recorded live at the GROW Conference in Fort Wayne, Sarah shares a deeply personal story of postpartum depression and the journey that followed—a path that led her not only...
2025-09-1807 min
Crafted ConnectionsEP 26: On-the-Go - Amy BallardEpisode 26: On-the-Go – Amy Ballard on Leadership & Everyday AlignmentHosted by Katelyn CalhounIn this On-the-Go mini-sode from the GROW Conference Fort Wayne, we sit down with community leader and powerhouse multitasker Amy Ballard, Assistant VP of Member Experience at 3Rivers Federal Credit Union and the first female council president in Kendallville, Indiana.Amy reflects on how her leadership journey has been shaped by many small moments—from the example her parents set to the ongoing work of raising her own kids with purpose. We also talk about the...
2025-09-1707 min
Crafted ConnectionsEP 25: On-the-Go - LeeTosha HenryEpisode 25: On-the-Go – LeeTosha Henry on Impact, Identity & TemperanceHosted by Katelyn CalhounWe’re back with another episode in our On-the-Go series—real stories captured in the moment, recorded live at the GROW Conference in Fort Wayne.Today’s conversation features LeeTosha Henry of A Butter Me—mom of three, former educator, and skincare entrepreneur—who brings insight, warmth, and deep honesty to her story.LeeTosha shares what it meant to leave her teaching career, why working with youth left such a lasting impact, and...
2025-09-1607 min
Crafted ConnectionsEP 24: On-the-Go - Jennifer FisherEpisode 24: On-the-Go – Jennifer Fisher of Wellness Empowered LLCHosted by Katelyn CalhounWe're continuing our On-the-Go series on Crafted Connections—real-time conversations recorded out in the world, in the spirit of connection, curiosity, and community.This week’s episode features Jennifer Fisher, occupational therapist and founder of Wellness Empowered LLC, who joined us at the GROW Conference in Fort Wayne. In this conversation, Jennifer opens up about her personal experience navigating perimenopause and how it led her to create more open, informed dialogue around...
2025-09-1510 min
Crafted ConnectionsEP 23: On-the-Go – The GROW WIWO TeamEpisode 23: On-the-Go – The GROW Conference – The GROW WIWO Team Hosted by Katelyn CalhounThis episode kicks off a brand new format of Crafted Connections: On-the-Go—conversations and reflections captured out and about at events, on the street, or maybe even on a bus.Recorded live at the GROW Conference Fort Wayne, this episode brings you behind the scenes with five women from the GROW WIWO team. These are the vision holders, community builders, and creative forces who make GROW WIWO possible—and in this episode, they share reflections on the c...
2025-09-1322 minCrafted ConnectionsEP 22: The Intersection of Marginal Gains & Your Delulu EraEpisode 22: The Intersection of Marginal Gains & Your Delulu Era Hosted by Katelyn CalhounIn this reflective solo episode, we’re getting a little nerdy and a little delulu—in the best way possible.I’m exploring what happens when you combine the science of marginal gains (yes, that 1% better every day graph from Atomic Habits) with the bold energy of dreaming just a little unreasonably. Because, as I’ve learned, the combo of tiny consistent progress and big vision energy? That’s where the magic happens.If you’ve ever felt...
2025-09-0419 minCrafted ConnectionsEP 21: Little Cutie - Life Lately & Course Building EnergyEpisode 21: Little Cutie - Life Lately & Course Building EnergyHosted by Katelyn CalhounIn this quick solo check-in, I’m bringing you another “Little Cutie”—a bite-sized, unedited episode recorded in the middle of a production-heavy season, just to stay creatively in motion and connected with you.I’m sharing what’s been going on behind the scenes, from filming a recruitment series for the City of Bloomington to building out my self-paced storytelling course (Doc(YOU)mentary) in real time. I also share a few cozy updates from boat life and reflect on what it m...
2025-08-2109 min
Crafted ConnectionsEP 20: A Candid Conversation on Podcasting with Nikki CorbettEpisode 20: A Candid Conversation on Podcasting with Nikki Corbett Hosted by Katelyn CalhounThis week’s episode is a special bonus continuation with the luminous Nikki Corbett—podcaster, speaker, and powerhouse. During our first conversation (Episode 18), we found ourselves deep in a meta rabbit hole about podcasting: what it takes, why we do it, and how it evolves.So we pulled the selects—and this candid, behind-the-scenes look at life as a podcast host was compiled for your enjoyment.We talk about the long game of podcasting, brand pivots, getting inspir...
2025-08-1522 minCrafted ConnectionsEP 19: SOLO - 33 Things I Know/Believe at 33 (Birthday Episode 🎉)Episode 19: SOLO - 33 Things I Know/Believe at 33 (Birthday Episode 🎉)Hosted by Katelyn CalhounIn this solo episode of Crafted Connections, I’m celebrating my 33rd birthday with a deeply personal reflection—33 things I know, believe, and carry with me at this age.This episode is full of honest truth bombs, tender observations, hard-earned wisdom, and a few giggles along the way (including a SpongeBob underwear cameo). From lessons about love, loss, and letting go, to reminders about trusting your gut and embracing slow growth, this is birthday energy in full Leo form.If...
2025-08-0717 min
Crafted ConnectionsEP 18: Nomadic Clarity & Energetic Alignment with Nikki CorbettEpisode 18: Nomadic Clarity & Energetic Alignment with Nikki Corbett Hosted by Katelyn CalhounIn this episode of Crafted Connections, I sit down with the wildly inspiring Nikki Corbett—podcaster, speaker, and seasoned traveler who's redefining what it means to follow your gut, embrace change, and live in alignment with your energy.Nikki opens up about selling her house, stepping away from a high-level corporate role, and building a location-independent life that centers freedom, self-trust, and connection. We talk about how travel can sharpen your intuition, what it means to "pack light" emotionally and li...
2025-07-3140 minCrafted ConnectionsEP 17: SOLO - Visibility Is a MuscleEpisode 17: SOLO – Visibility is a Muscle Hosted by Katelyn CalhounIn this solo episode of Crafted Connections, Katelyn gets honest about one of the trickiest parts of storytelling: actually being seen. Whether you’re building a brand, asking for funding, or simply trying to show up more fully in your work and life—visibility is essential. But it’s also vulnerable, and often easier said than done.Through stories from her own creative journey—including a crowdfunding campaign, regular coffee shop visits that led to a soul-nourishing summer job, and how she’s built her...
2025-07-1713 min
Louisiana ConsideredSea Change: Some Like It Hot, Especially Bull SharksClimate change is bad news for almost everyone. Emphasis on almost, because believe it or not, one marine species is absolutely thriving as the Gulf warms: Bull sharks!Get ready for some shark science as we learn why bull sharks are increasing in numbers across the Gulf and getting hungrier.—This episode was hosted by Carlyle Calhoun and Katelyn Harrop. Katelyn conducted the interview. Our theme music is by John Batiste, and our sound designer is Emily Jankowski. Carlyle Calhoun is the executive producer. Sea Change is a WWNO and WRKF production. We're pa...
2025-07-1124 min
Crafted ConnectionsEP 16: The Importance of Play with Amber RobinsonEpisode 16: The Importance of Play with Amber Robinson Hosted by Katelyn CalhounIn this heartfelt and thought-provoking episode of Crafted Connections, Katelyn sits down (virtually, of course) with pianist, composer, and creative businesswoman Amber Robinson to explore the powerful role play and creativity have in our adult lives. From burnout to brain science, Amber brings wisdom, humor, and serious insight into why making space for joy isn't optional—it's essential.They talk about Amber’s multi-faceted creative career, how her own Artist’s Way journey rekindled her sense of curiosity, and why adults...
2025-07-1039 min
Sea ChangeSome Like It Hot, Especially Bull SharksClimate change is bad news for almost everyone. Emphasis on almost, because believe it or not, one marine species is absolutely thriving as the Gulf warms: Bull sharks! Get ready for some shark science as we learn why bull sharks are increasing in numbers across the Gulf and getting hungrier. This episode was hosted by Carlyle Calhoun and Katelyn Harrop. Katelyn conducted the interview. Our theme music is by John Batiste, and our sound designer is Emily Jankowski. Carlyle Calhoun is the executive producer. Sea Change is a WWNO and WRKF production. We're part of th...
2025-07-0229 minCrafted ConnectionsEP 15: Introducing “Little Cuties” (A Mini Solo Episode)Episode 15: Introducing “Little Cuties” (A Mini Solo Episode)Hosted by Katelyn CalhounIn this short and sweet solo episode, Katelyn introduces something new: Little Cuties—bite-sized reflections recorded in the thick of real life, when the week is full but the commitment to creativity still stands.Recorded from a hotel room in Bloomington, Indiana (with the AC blasting and no edits in sight), this episode is a love letter to keeping promises to yourself, however small they may seem. Katelyn shares what’s on her plate—from editing a deeply human proof-of-concept project to pre-interv...
2025-06-2606 min
Crafted ConnectionsEP 14: Floating Islands and Taking Your Whimsy Seriously with Jess DunnEpisode 14: Floating Islands and Taking Your Whimsy Seriously with Jess DunnHosted by Katelyn CalhounIn this imaginative and deeply grounding episode of Crafted Connections, I chat with the wildly creative and delightfully curious Jess Dunn—an artist working in animation, set design, painting, film, you name it. Jess shares her winding path through art school, entrepreneurship, and a wild experience that was living on a floating island as part of an immersive museum installation.From early days of drawing with her parents to co-founding the creative studio BrainTwins, Je...
2025-06-1942 minCrafted ConnectionsEP 13: SOLO - Slow Girl SummerEpisode 13: SOLO — Slow Girl SummerHosted by Katelyn CalhounIn this intention setting solo episode, Katelyn leans into the energy behind Slow Girl Summer—not as a trendy aesthetic, but as a purposeful, nourishing approach to work, creativity, and rest.She shares what summer has meant to her over the years—from childhood joy to adult burnout—and why this season, she’s choosing to savor rather than sprint. Through personal stories, kitchen metaphors, and a few real talk confessions, Katelyn explores what it means to show up for your goals without abandoning yourself in the pro...
2025-06-1212 min
Crafted ConnectionsEP 12: How Time Feels in the Creative Churn with Michael DurrEpisode 12: How Time Feels in the Creative Churn with Michael DurrHosted by Katelyn CalhounIn this episode of Crafted Connections, I sit down with photographer, filmmaker, and North Indy Magazine publisher Michael Durr. Michael’s creative life has unfolded one connection, one project, one conversation at a time—and his story is a reminder that even the slow burns can lead to something big.We talk about how it felt to go full-time freelance after years in the agency world, and how a single degree of connection led to a life-changing assignment: a ph...
2025-06-0539 minCrafted ConnectionsEP 11: SOLO - 8 Lessons from my First 8 InterviewsEpisode 11: 8 Lessons from my First 8 InterviewsHosted by Katelyn CalhounIn this milestone solo episode, Katelyn shares the mic with... herself! After eight incredible interviews, she takes a pause to reflect on what she’s learned from eight weeks of Crafted Connections—and the conversations that made each episode.From rediscovering the beauty of small steps to embracing your weirdness, this episode is part recap, part behind-the-scenes, and all heart. Whether you're a longtime listener or just joining the pod, this one invites you to slow down, reflect, and remember why stories matter so much...
2025-05-2918 min
Crafted ConnectionsEP 10: Boundaries, Re-building, & Owning Your Weirdness with Kimberli HudsonEpisode 10: Boundaries, Re-building, & Owning Your Weirdness with Kimberli Hudson Hosted by Katelyn CalhounIn this episode of Crafted Connections, I sit down with my powerhouse friend Kimberli Hudson—a serial entrepreneur who has started 13 companies, coached leaders around the globe, and lived through the kind of business failure that would make most people walk away. But Kimberli? She rebuilt, one brave step at a time.We dive deep into her story of launching a clean tech company, losing over $2 million, navigating long COVID, and rediscovering her voice in the aftermath. Ki...
2025-05-2250 min
Crafted ConnectionsEP 9: Unlearning, Rising, & Killing the Chameleon Reflex with Sarah KhanEpisode 9: Unlearning, Rising, & Killing the Chameleon Reflex with Sarah KhanHosted by Katelyn CalhounIn this episode of Crafted Connections, I sit down with the brilliantly unfiltered Sarah Khan—a strategic growth advisor, leadership consultant, and fierce advocate for women who are ready to stop contorting themselves to fit into the wrong rooms. Sarah shares her journey from small-town survival to corporate burnout to full-throttle reclamation of her voice, her values, and her volume.Through personal stories of racism, assimilation, burnout, parenting, and finally, the liberation of landing her first TEDx talk, Sarah invites us...
2025-05-1539 min
Crafted ConnectionsEP 8: Fluidity, Filmmaking, & Wrestling Piglets with Luke RennerEpisode 8: Fluidity, Filmmaking, & Wrestling Piglets with Luke RennerHosted by Katelyn CalhounIn this episode of Crafted Connections, I talk with my friend and creative collaborator Luke Renner—a gifted filmmaker, editor, and storyteller whose work bridges deeply personal healing with expansive, universal themes. We dive into Luke’s two most recent documentary projects—What Lies Inside and When Everyone Swims—and unpack what it means to make art that is both intimate and broad in scope.Luke reflects on how trauma shaped his first feature-length film, how he navigated the chaos of the editing...
2025-05-0850 min
Crafted ConnectionsEP 7: Curiosity, Sobriety, & the Healing Nature of Stories with Anna ZimmermanEpisode 7: Curiosity, Sobriety, & the Healing Nature of Stories with Anna Zimmerman Hosted by Katelyn CalhounIn this episode of Crafted Connections, I sit down with my dear friend Anna Zimmerman—a facilitator, former professor, strategic thinker, and someone who lives and leads with deep care. Anna opens up about her personal journey through academia, sobriety, and stepping into a life that centers curiosity, connection, and truth-telling.We explore the role of storytelling in recovery, why identity shifts can feel like ego deaths, and how defining success on your own ter...
2025-05-0146 min
Crafted ConnectionsEP 6: Music, Tenacity, & Collaboration with Eric SalazarEpisode 6: Music, Tenacity & Collaboration with Eric SalazarHosted by Katelyn CalhounIn this episode of Crafted Connections, I’m joined by Eric Salazar—clarinet soloist, composer, teacher, and yes, the Clarinet Guy himself. Eric shares the real, raw story behind building his music career from the ground up: from being told he’d never make it as a professional musician to becoming a full-time artist whose work spans film scores, chamber ensembles, and entrepreneurial mentorship.We talk about what it means to actually be a creative entrepreneur (hint: not everyone has to...
2025-04-2437 min
Crafted ConnectionsEP 5: Small Steps, Big Impact with Rocky Walls Episode 5: Small Steps, Big Impact with Rocky WallsHosted by Katelyn CalhounIn this episode of Crafted Connections, I sit down with Rocky Walls—documentary filmmaker, co-founder of 12 Stars Media, executive director of Hoodox, community builder, and advocate for deep listening. Rocky shares his journey from scrappy startup beginnings to owning a production company, investing in real estate, and contributing to Debbie's Daughters, the family bakery. We talk about the beauty and burnout of dream seasons, why empathy is a creative superpower, and what it really takes to build a life rooted in purpose. Rocky also...
2025-04-1737 min
Crafted ConnectionsEP 4: The Power of Creativity, Resilience, and Community with Mike Lee Episode 4: The Power of Creativity, Resilience, and Community with Mike LeeHosted by Katelyn CalhounIn this episode of Crafted Connections, I chat with Mike Lee, a videographer, photographer, marathon runner, and community builder who has transformed his creative passions into a thriving career. From a love of storytelling to overcoming physical challenges, Mike shares his journey of persistence, collaboration, and the ever-evolving creative process. We talk about his newfound love for film photography, how he built a career rooted in storytelling, and why community and collaboration are at the heart of his work. Mike a...
2025-04-1041 min
Crafted ConnectionsEP 3: SOLO - Five Defining Experiences That Shaped Me Episode 3: SOLO – Five Defining Moments That Shaped Me Hosted by Katelyn CalhounIn this solo episode of Crafted Connections, I’m diving deep into five of the most significant and transformative experiences in my life—those moments that shaped my perspective, fueled my creativity, and reinforced my belief in the power of storytelling. From unexpected twists to lessons in resilience, this episode is a personal reflection on growth, change, and how our stories connect us.What You’ll Hear in This Episode: ✨ The five pivotal experiences that influenced my path ✨ How challenges can open doo...
2025-04-0814 min
Crafted ConnectionsEP 2: Tech, Storytelling, & Creativity with Patti Meyer Episode 2: Tech, Storytelling, & Creativity with Patti MeyerHosted by Katelyn CalhounIn this episode of Crafted Connections, we dive into the art of allowing all parts of ourselves to exist—whether in work, play, or moments of uncertainty. My guest, Patti Meyer, has spent over 20 years helping entrepreneurs streamline their businesses, but her journey didn’t start in boardrooms and tech setups. It began in what she lovingly calls the “Hippie House”, a chapter of her early twenties that shaped her belief in community, creativity, and the power of play.As the CEO and Founder...
2025-04-0343 min
Crafted ConnectionsEP 1: Welcome to Crafted ConnectionsEpisode 1: Welcome to Crafted ConnectionsHosted by Katelyn CalhounWelcome to Crafted Connections! This podcast is all about the power of storytelling and how it helps us build meaningful communities—both online and in real life.In this inaugural episode, Katelyn shares her philosophy on storytelling as the foundation of connection, drawing from her decade of experience in video production and documentary filmmaking. She introduces the vision for the podcast, which will include solo episodes on storytelling strategies and interviews with incredible humans who are using their stories to create impact.Wh...
2025-04-0103 min
BizMagic PodcastThe Power of Storytelling in Business with Katelyn CalhounWelcome back to another episode of the BizMagic Podcast! This time, we're diving into a topic that doesn't always get the attention it deserves but is essential for business growth: storytelling.Joining me is Katelyn Calhoun, an Emmy-nominated filmmaker and the founder of Calhoun Creative Consulting, where she helps businesses craft compelling narratives that resonate. If you’ve ever wondered why storytelling is important for your brand, how to do it effectively, or why it makes people want to work with you—this episode is for you.In This Episode, We Cover:Why storytelling is c...
2025-03-2547 min
Louisiana ConsideredSea Change: We Could All Use a Little CreativityWe know that everyone has a role in tackling the climate crisis, so what about artists? Today on Louisiana Considered, we talk with Atlanta-based artist Heather Bird Harris, who has begun making her own paint out of the earth to talk about environmental problems in Louisiana. And we sit down with ecologist Ashley Booth and historian Jeffery Darensbourg to hear how art can combine with other disciplines to communicate in a way they can't.
Then, we go to A Studio in the Woods — literally, a studio tucked deep in the woods — to see a rock puppet show grappling...
2023-07-0724 min
Louisiana ConsideredA conversation with Walter Isaacson, professor and biographer awarded National Humanities MedalFrom hurricanes to rising sea levels to relocation efforts, it's no secret that many Louisiana communities are struggling with environmental challenges. That’s why we at WWNO and WRKF are launching a new podcast all about the environmental issues facing coastal communities and the possible solutions.
Producer Carlyle Calhoun and reporters Kezia Setyawan and Halle Parker join us for more on the launch of their podcast, Sea Change.
Renowned bestselling biographer, Tulane University history professor, and New Orleans native Walter Isaacson was recently awarded a National Humanities Medal by President Joe Biden. He was recognized duri...
2023-03-2724 min
All INHoodox (Repeat)Today we revisit our show about Hoodox, a streaming service that launched earlier this summer exclusively built to present Indiana documentaries.
We talk to someone behind the project to find out what they're planning, and hear from three filmmakers about the projects they have on the service.
Produced by Drew Daudelin.
Guests:
Rocky Walls
Executive Director, Hoodox
Katelyn Calhoun
Documentary Filmmaker, Teardrop Pictures
Dan Rybicky
Filmmaker
Rachel Hardy
Filmmaker
2021-11-1100 minAll INHoodoxToday we learn about Hoodox, a streaming service that launched earlier this summer exclusively built to present Indiana documentaries.
We talk to someone behind the project to find out what they're planning, and hear from three filmmakers about the projects they have on the service.
Produced by Drew Daudelin.
Guests:
Rocky Walls
Executive Director, Hoodox
Katelyn Calhoun
Documentary Filmmaker, Teardrop Pictures
Dan Rybicky
Filmmaker
Rachel Hardy
Filmmaker
2021-09-1400 min