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The Heal Thrive Dream PodcastEP171: Finding Wholeness Through Creativity with MorganMorgan McCarver was born and raised in Spartanburg, South Carolina. Her work is inspired by her female mentors of past and present, as well as her connection to Victorian corsetry through her scoliosis journey. She received an art degree with a ceramics concentration and a double minor in art history and business in 2019 from Anderson University in Anderson, SC. McCarver had the honor of receiving the 2019 Outstanding Art Major Ceramics Award her senior year. As a 2020 701 Center for Contemporary Art prize finalist, she had the honor of being the youngest artist to ever make it that far. She is a...2025-03-2518 min
Speaking PodcastFrom Scoliosis to SUCCESSFUL Pottery ArtistMorgan McCarver tells of her difficult time with Scoliosis and how she found her passion and skill with Pottery.#pottery #claypottery #clay ================All Episodes can be found at www.thecryptopodcast.org All about Roy / Brain Gym & Virtual Assistants at https://roycoughlan.com/------------------ About my Guest Morgan McCarverMorgan McCarver was born and raised in Spartanburg, South Carolina. Her work is inspired by her female mentors of past and present, as well as her connection to Victorian corsetry through her scoliosis journey. She received a...2025-03-0145 min
Survivors - Stories of Hope Live On.S5 Ep23 Morgan McCarver's entire spine was fused when she was fourteen and could no longer dance.SUBSCRIBE FOR THE VIDEO PODCAST!
When Morgan McCarver was young, her mother began to notice a distinct curvature of her spine. By the time she was a teen, her love of dance was no longer something she'd be able to participate in. She needed to find a new creative outlet. Her story of withstanding pain and persevering with passion will inspire even the most hopeless of souls.
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The Jukebox: Radio ArchiveThe Jukebox: Oct. 16, 1999“The All-Request Rock ’n’ Roll Jukebox,” hosted by Mike Saffran, on “99 BBF”/WBBF-FM (98.9), Rochester, N.Y. Originally aired 7 p.m.–Midnight Oct. 16, 1999.
Callers aired and other show highlights:
00:45 Unidentified female (“Lucille”)
01:53 Matt/Pittsford (“Sweet Pea” and “Mony Mony”)
02:12 “Upon further review …” ;-)
03:05 Unidentified male/Driving someplace (“Walk Away Renee”)
03:44 “Beatle Brunch” with Joe Johnson and SUNY Brockport (sponsor) references
04:30 Mike (“American Pie”)
04:59 Unidentified male (“Love [Can Make You Happy]”)
05:20 “Elvis Only” with Jay Gordon, SUNY Brockport and Pillsbury (sponsors) references
06:04 Dave (“Liar”)
06:17 MG convertible re...2024-10-1631 min
Boss Radio LIVE! With NJS3 E10: Boss Radio LIVE! With NJ featuring Morgan McCarverHost NJ welcomes award-winning ceramic artist, Morgan McCarver. After a life-altering scoliosis spinal fusion surgery, Morgan, a natural dancer, redirected her creative energy and discovered a passion for clay while taking a summer pottery class. This inspired her to pursue a degree in ceramics which has led to several exhibitions, awards, and honors. Morgan's art and her faith inspired her book, God the Artist, which is an inspirational account of the aspects of pottery and how it is referenced in the Bible. Website: https://www.morganmccarver.com/ Support the showSubscribe at any of...2024-10-0531 min
Story-PowerRevealing God’s Creative Side Through Pottery
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Morgan McCarver was born and raised in Spartanburg, South Carolina. Her work is inspired by her female mentors of past and present, as well as her connection to Victorian corsetry through her scoliosis journey. She received an art degree with a ceramics concentration and a double minor in art history and business in 2019 from Anderson University in Anderson, SC. McCarver had the honor of receiving the 2019 Outstanding Art Major Ceramics Award her senior year. As a 2020 701 Center for Contemporary Art prize finalist, she had the honor of being the youngest artist to...2024-08-1400 min
Mission To Inspire with Shola Ajibade *Queen of Money Affirmation*Clay & Creativity: Conversations with Morgan McCarverIn this episode, Shola Ajibade chats with Morgan McCarver, an accomplished ceramic artist whose journey from Spartanburg, South Carolina, to renowned galleries is nothing short of inspiring. Morgan opens up about her influences, including her female mentors and her personal struggle with scoliosis. She discusses her artistic process, her recognition as a finalist for the 701 Center for Contemporary Art prize, and her upcoming book, "God the Artist." Tune in to hear how Morgan blends creativity and resilience in her art.
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Persona PodcastEpisode 14 - "God the Artist: Revealing God's Creative Side Through Pottery" Author - Morgan McCarverEpisode 14 With the uber-Powerful, Morgan McCarver. Today on the show, we've got an inspiring story of resilience and artistic transformation. Morgan is a rising star in the ceramics world and a published Author, but her journey started in a completely different place.(Sound of ballet shoes scraping the floor)Morgan was a dedicated dancer, but a scoliosis surgery forced her to hang up her dancing shoes. Devastated, she needed a new creative outlet.(Sound of pottery wheel turning)Enter clay! Morgan took a summer pottery class, it was creative...2024-07-1554 min
The Journey of My Mother's SonMorgan McCarver – The Potter and the ClayIn this episode of the Journey of My Mother’s Son podcast, I sit down and talk with Morgan McCarver. Morgan was born and raised in Spartanburg, South Carolina. Her work is inspired by her female mentors of past and present, as well as her connection to Victorian corsetry through her scoliosis journey. She received an art degree with a ceramic’s concentration and a double minor in art history and business in 2019 from Anderson University in Anderson, SC. McCarver had the honor of receiving the 2019 Outstanding Art Major Ceramics Award her senior year. As a 20...2024-06-2139 min
Through the Trauma PodcastDiscovering Purpose Through Art: Find Your Purpose in the PainIn this inspiring episode, we sit down with Morgan McCarver as she shares her personal journey with scoliosis and how she found solace and purpose through art. After undergoing spinal fusion surgery for scoliosis, Morgan discovered ceramics, which quickly became a vital part of her recovery process. She fell in love with the creative outlet it provided, helping her navigate both the physical and mental challenges she faced.
Morgan's passion for pottery has opened doors to amazing opportunities, including solo exhibitions and being embraced by a vibrant art community. She emphasizes that creativity is...2024-05-2443 min
Faithfully EngagedThe Bible Compares Us to Clay - This Artist Lives ItI'm back with an inspiring chat with ceramic artist Morgan McCarver. She shares her journey into pottery after back surgery ended her dance career. Through sculpting clay, Morgan deepened her connection with God. The Bible compares us to clay and God the potter - molding and shaping us. Morgan found healing by leaning into her creative talents. She advises finding your creative outlet to grow closer to God. We all express creativity differently - even in spreadsheets or organization! God speaks through our unique passions. Morgan also runs her own pottery business, selling online and at festivals. She is...2024-05-2033 min
Excelsior Journeys: The Road to CreativityThe Incredible Journey of Ceramic Artist and Author Morgan McCarverThis week on Excelsior Journeys, host & producer George Sirois sits down with ceramic artist & author Morgan McCarver. From overcoming scoliosis spinal fusion surgery to working with all kinds of clay to start up her business that now resides in Asheville, NC, Morgan never lost sight of her faith, which guides her to the next milestones in her life, which includes when she became an author of the book "God The Artist." Learn more about Morgan by clicking HERE.For those who would like to get involved with the Once Upon a Podcast Network, please message...2024-05-2037 min
MBR Talk Rewinds396 - Brian McCarver StoneBridge Financial GroupI recently had the pleasure of hosting my 396th show with Brian McCarver, an Army veteran and a graduate of the United States Military Academy at West Point, and his assistant, Morgan Emery. Brian shared insights into his military service, his transition into the wealth management industry, and his ongoing commitment to veteran advocacy.
Brian’s military journey began in the early '90s at West Point, where he developed key leadership skills and discipline that later proved invaluable in his civilian career. After serving as an infantry officer with assignments in Fort Benning and Vicenza, Italy, Br...2024-05-1746 min
Oscar Mike Radio396 - Brian McCarver – StoneBridge Financial GroupI recently had the pleasure of hosting my 396th show with Brian McCarver, an Army veteran and a graduate of the United States Military Academy at West Point, and his assistant, Morgan Emery. Brian shared insights into his military service, his transition into the wealth management industry, and his ongoing commitment to veteran advocacy.
Brian’s military journey began in the early '90s at West Point, where he developed key leadership skills and discipline that later proved invaluable in his civilian career. After serving as an infantry officer with assignments in Fort Benning and Vicenza, Italy, Br...2024-05-1746 min
On Earth as it is in HeavenUnveiling God's Artistry: A Journey of Faith, Healing, and Purpose through Pottery with Morgan McCarver“Remain faithful, keep trusting in the Lord, keep asking Him and He will remain faithful to you.” - Morgan McCarver
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Explores the intersection of faith, healing, and purpose! Morgan McCarver shares her personal testimony and journey of faith, including her scoliosis diagnosis and the subsequent surgery that led her to discover her passion for ceramics. JB and Morgan discuss miraculous healings and the purpose behind personal struggles, emphasizing the importance of following God's calling, even if it diverges from one's original plans. In this conversation, Morgan shares her book 'God the Artist' and...2024-05-1043 min
Where did you see God?Intentionally moldedIn episode 175, Morgan McCarver helps us navigate those seasons when we ask God, "why did you make me this way?" Today Morgan is known as a fantastic potter, but that was not the plans she had for herself; when a diagnosis of scoliosis and a resulting surgery took dance off the table, she wrestled with how God was molding her away from her dreams. It was in this space where she stumbled into pottery, and came to discern more deeply the Potter's intentionality in her life.
Have you wrestled with the ways God has molded you?
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Going North PodcastEp. 834 – Revealing God’s Creative Side Through Pottery with Morgan McCarver (@GodTheArtistBk)"I was quiet and not wanting to share because it was some tragedy that happened in my life, and I didn't want to remember that. And looking back on that now, 12 plus years later, after that decade of silence, so to speak, I realized that this is God's story that he specifically gave to me." – Morgan McCarverToday’s featured Christian author is multi-award-winning ceramic artist, Morgan McCarver. Morgan and I had a fun on a bun chat about her book, “God the Artist: Revealing God’s Creative Side Through Pottery”, how a major scoliosis...2024-05-0248 min
Together We Build With Chris Behnke + Prudence O'HaireThe Essential Nature of Creativity With Morgan McCarver The Essential Nature of Creativity With Morgan McCarver /// Together We Build With Chris Behnke + Prudence O'HaireWho Appears In This Episode: Chris Behnke, Prudence O’Haire, Morgan McCarverSeason 3, Episode 14: The Essential Nature of Creativity With Morgan McCarverIn this inspiring episode of Together We Build, Chris Behnke and Prudence O'Haire sit down with Morgan McCarver, a distinguished Christian Author and Ceramic Artist, whose journey intertwines faith, art, and the resilience of the human spirit. Delving into Morgan's background, from her early days in Spartanburg, South Carolina, to...2024-04-2541 min
Conversations with Rich BennettMorgan McCarver’s Fusion of Art, Recovery, and SpiritualityIn this episode sponsored by Freedom Federal Credit Union, Rich engages in a deep and inspiring conversation with Morgan McCarver, a talented ceramic artist and author of "God the Artist." Morgan shares her journey of overcoming scoliosis and how it profoundly influenced her passion for pottery and sewing. She discusses the therapeutic aspects of her art, her academic pursuits in ceramics, and her unexpected shifts in career path due to COVID-19. The episode highlights Morgan's integration of her faith with her art, illustrating how personal challenges and spiritual beliefs have shaped her creative expression. Rich and Morgan also explore...2024-04-2255 min
Sustaining Creativity PodcastThe Creative Spirit with Morgan McCarverCreativity through the lens of a ceramic artist and Christian author"Creativity: Putting organization to something that wasn't there before."Morgan McCarver was born and raised in Spartanburg, South Carolina. Her work is inspired by her female mentors of past and present, as well as her connection to Victorian corsetry through her scoliosis journey. She received an art degree with a ceramics concentration and a double minor in art history and business in 2019 from Anderson University in Anderson, SC. McCarver had the honor of receiving the 2019 Outstanding Art Major Ceramics Award her senior year. As...2024-04-0222 min
True Crime, Authors & Extraordinary PeopleEp 28 God the Artist: Author Morgan McCarverAs our hands mold the clay on the wheel, so too are our lives shaped by the trials we face and the faith we hold dear. Morgan McCarver, a ceramic artist whose spine curves like the clay she sculpts, joined us to recount her transformation from a dancer sidelined by scoliosis to an artist and author whose work is an embodiment of resilience and reflection. Exchanging pirouettes for pottery, Morgan's journey is not just about adapting to life's harsh rhythms but about finding a symphony in the silence of the art studio, where each piece she crafts is a testament...2024-03-2851 min
The God and Gigs ShowPerfected by the Potter: How to See God's Plan in Your Creative Challenges w/ Morgan McCarver, Ceramic ArtistTap to send us a text! Are your creative struggles actually the KEY to your future success? If you're a Christian artist facing challenges, you're not alone. But it might be the method God uses to build your faith AND your creative career to a new level. You're about to dive into a powerful story that will show you how to overcome obstacles and thrive in your creative journey, just like our guest Morgan McCarver did. In this episode, you will learn how to:Overcome physical challenges as an artist: Lea...2024-03-2536 min
Next In TimeEpisode 91: Overcoming Setbacks To Build A Craft | Morgan McCarver, Ceramic Artist And Author of God The ArtistWhen you are faced with a setback, does one quit or one go forward? The answer is depends. Our next guest, Morgan McCarver, decided to go forward and develop a craft.
Morgan is a ceramic artist and the author of God The Artist who had the opportunity to showcase her work and received an Artist Support Grant to attend a national ceramics conference. She has had the honor of displaying her work in 2 solo exhibitions, “FemininiTEA” 2020 and “The Strength of a Wildflower” 2022.
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Personal Growth After Trauma | Grit, Grace, & Inspiration#271: A Step-by-Step Guide for Aligning Your Passion with Your Profession to Achieve Happiness, Fulfillment, & FreedomDiscover a life-changing journey with Kevin Lowe as he shares his personal insights and encouragement on aligning one's passion with their profession. In this transformational episode, Kevin invites anyone yearning for a career that provides fulfillment and contributes positively to the world to put down their guard and just imagine what if...Whether you've wondered if it's possible to turn your passion into your profession, or you're standing at a crossroads in your career, this episode is both illuminating and inspirational.Episode HighlightsJoin host Kevin Lowe as he kicks off a profound...2024-03-1415 minPersonal Growth After Trauma | Grit, Grace, & Inspiration#270: Reshaping Life with Clay & Faith: Morgan McCarver's Story of Healing and TransformationFrom a promising dancer to a passionate potter whose life took an unforeseen path due to a medical challenge, Morgan McCarver's tale is a profound illustration of faith, adaptability, and finding beauty in life's intricate molding process.RISE & THRIVE: Personal Development TrackerCLICK TO DOWNLOAD yours today!Morgan McCarver, whose expertise as a potter uniquely positions her to understand the metaphor of God as the ultimate artist, shares her story of losing dance to scoliosis and finding her calling in the clay. Her narrative transposes the themes of flexibility and resilience into the...2024-03-1238 min