Shows
The Steve Grives Podcast: Making ConnectionsMaking Connections: Podcast FinaleA long goodbye and thank you as I wrap up this iteration of the podcast. Thank you all for listening, for engaging with the show, and for making this past year slightly more bearable.
2021-04-1817 min
The Steve Grives Podcast: Making ConnectionsBreads of the World: MatzahSteve is joined by Danny Williams as he makes Matzah. Also available on YouTube.
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2021-03-2626 minThe Steve Grives Podcast: Making ConnectionsThe Bagel SummitWe talk about Bagels with our panel of experts, Anthony Henderson and Natalie Friedman. Also available on YouTube.
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2021-03-1448 minThe Steve Grives Podcast: Making ConnectionsMaking Connections: Tim TharaldsonI catch up with conductor/composer Tim Tharaldson about music, the people and places that connect us, and about our mutual love of the Estonian composer Arvo Pärt.
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2021-02-2856 min
The Steve Grives Podcast: Making ConnectionsConductors in the Kitchen: Jeremy MimsIn this installment, I'm joined by Jeremy Mims, (Winthrop University), for our first vegetarian dish, a comforting Mushroom/Asparagus Risotto. Jeremy talks about COVID-era adjustments he's made at Winthrop as we stir broth into some rice. This episode is also available on my YouTube channel "Steve Grives"
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2021-02-2247 min
The Steve Grives Podcast: Making ConnectionsReminder: Conductors in the Kitchen is on YouTubeNot an episode, but a quick reminder that my "Conductors in the Kitchen Series" is up on my YouTube channel "Steve Grives." I have 4 episodes up already, including my latest, "The Art of the Bagel." Check it out! Audio episodes of "Making Connections" will be available every other week.
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2021-02-1400 minThe Steve Grives Podcast: Making ConnectionsChoral Singing in AmericaThis episode, I am joined by the creative and production team of the documentary series, "Choral Singing in America." Jerry Blackstone, Brian Gaukel, and Matt Workman discuss the genesis of the project, their individual roles in the production of the series, and the relevance of their film at this particular moment in history. Information about the project can be found on the Choral Singing in America Facebook page, or at their website http://choralsinging.org
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2021-02-1029 min
The Steve Grives Podcast: Making ConnectionsConductors in the Kitchen: Pete SchleifPete Schleif (Shattuck - St. Mary's School, Northfield, MN) joins Steve to make Shrimp in a Creamy Tomato Sauce, and to talk about his unique experience as a choir director at a boarding school.
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2021-01-2929 min
The Steve Grives Podcast: Making ConnectionsConductors in the Kitchen: Erin ColwitzErin Colwitz (Director of Choirs at Northern Michigan University) and I make one of Bill Dehning's favorite recipes: Pork Scallopini. This simple recipe features thin "scallops" of pork in a Dijon cream sauce. We served it over pasta, simply dressed with oil, garlic, and red pepper flakes.
The video version of the episode can be found on my YouTube channel, "Steve Grives" https://youtu.be/qDxmVfGVgC8
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2021-01-2523 minThe Steve Grives Podcast: Making ConnectionsA Visit from Santa ClausAudio from the Visit from Santa Episode. Santa reads "Twas the Night Before Christmas" at the 8 minute mark. Video of the conversation on my YouTube Channel https://youtu.be/8lcr80mnlP4
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2020-12-1514 minThe Steve Grives Podcast: Making ConnectionsHoliday TraditionsIn a special bonus episode, I talk with my friends Frank Albinder, Emily Cain, and Danny Williams about their unique Holiday Traditions and read a few blurbs from our past guests and podcast supporters. Happy Holidays!
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2020-12-1350 minThe Steve Grives Podcast: Making ConnectionsSeason 2 Finale, with Paul AdelsteinIn the finale to Season 2, I catch up with my Bowdoin College classmate, actor Paul Adelstein. We talk about his career, some insights on acting, and try our best to piece together what we remember about each other from college.
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2020-11-2600 minThe Steve Grives Podcast: Making ConnectionsThe Liturgical Calendar: Advent - Epiphany with Fr. Stephen LaheyFather Steve returns to the podcast to talk us through the upcoming season Advent - Epiphany, some more Saints’ days, and some unique seasonal traditions.
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2020-11-2100 minThe Steve Grives Podcast: Making ConnectionsTalking About Christmas Music, with David von Kampen and Kurt KnechtI sat down with two composer/conductor/musicians, David von Kampen and Kurt Knecht and asked their expert opinions on popular Christmas songs. They have opinions.
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2020-11-1800 minThe Steve Grives Podcast: Making ConnectionsUber Driving During a Global PandemicRe-publishing this episode from Season 1, where I discuss being an uber driver during a pandemic. Unfortunately, the situation has gotten worse since this episode premiered in August.
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2020-11-1600 minThe Steve Grives Podcast: Making ConnectionsPutting it Together, the Personal and the ProfessionalIn this episode, I put together my personal and professional stories, and talk about how they interacted throughout my life, and some lessons I've learned along the way.
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2020-11-1200 minThe Steve Grives Podcast: Making ConnectionsMarathon-iversary, with Amanda BumgarnerOn the one-year anniversary of my marathon finish, I talk with Amanda Bumgarner, ACDA Publications Editor and member of my “squad” about life, running, and finding balance.
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2020-11-0700 minThe Steve Grives Podcast: Making ConnectionsRunning BuddiesIn this interview from Season 1, I talk with my running buddies Iris Derke, Alexa Doebele, and Melissa Hayes about their journeys as runners. Co-hosted by Bill Fenrich.
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2020-11-0400 minThe Steve Grives Podcast: Making ConnectionsNostalgic Holiday Specials We Know...and Love?My kids, Madeline and Matthew, join the show to discuss their favorite, and not so favorite, Holiday Television Specials.
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2020-10-3000 minThe Steve Grives Podcast: Making ConnectionsDear Mom: A Small Step Towards Healing and WholenessIn this episode, I expand on a recent Facebook post about my family, and the broken relationship I have with my mother. I wrote her a letter, and hopefully took a step towards healing.
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2020-10-2800 minThe Steve Grives Podcast: Making Connections“All the Hallowed Holidays,” with Father Stephen LaheyFr. Stephen Lahey returns to the podcast to discuss the history and meaning of Halloween, All Saints’ Day, and All Souls’ Day - and so much more.
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2020-10-2300 minThe Steve Grives Podcast: Making Connections"A Life in the Creative Arts," Texas A&M - Commerce Honors ColloquiumA transcript of my lecture to the Texas A&M - Commerce Honors Colloquium. I talk about my journey in the creative arts, and the lessons I learned along the way. Thanks to Dr. Raymond Green (Lynbrook HS 1987), Dean of the Honors College, for the invitation to speak to his students.
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2020-10-1900 minThe Steve Grives Podcast: Making Connections“Living Abroad,” with Amy Beck TurnerMy best friend from Bowdoin, Amy Beck Turner, talks about living abroad in Viterbo, Italy. It’s a slice of la dolce vita.
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2020-10-1500 minThe Steve Grives Podcast: Making ConnectionsMaking Connections, with Aaron and Ashley RagsdaleAaron and Ashley Ragsdale are a typical couple from Brookings, SD. They have jobs, two kids, and are trying their best to navigate the uncharted waters of life during Coronavirus. The Ragsdales talk about what's been working for them and their family during this time.
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2020-10-1200 min
Can I Sit in Front?Episode 10: The Apology HourOriginally aired September 4, 2020.
Anticipating his new podcast, "Making Connections," Steve goes to confession and offers some apologies and some non-apologies to friends, family and podcast guests.
2020-10-0850 minCan I Sit in Front?Episode 8: College DazeOriginally aired August 23, 2020.
Steve, Bill, and Danny Williams put college re-opening in perspective, and talk about their own not-so-smart college experiences.
2020-10-0849 minCan I Sit in Front?Episode 7: Back to SchoolOriginally aired August 16, 2020.
Steve and Bill discuss the return of college students to town and the impact of Coronavirus on business.
2020-10-0836 minCan I Sit in Front?Episode 6: Milestone and Running Part 2Originally aired August 9, 2020.
Steve celebrates 4 years as a rideshare driver and finishes his conversation with Iris, Alexa, and Melissa.
2020-10-0838 minCan I Sit in Front?Episode 5: Rideshare and Running (Part 1)Originally aired July 26, 2020.
Steve is joined by his running buddies, Iris Derke, Alexa Doebele, and Melissa Hayes to discuss their favorite hobby: running.
2020-10-0850 minCan I Sit in Front?Episode 3: Pandemic DrivingSteve and Bill are joined by Cori Bortnem and Carter Holm to discuss driver safety during Coronavirus.
2020-10-0835 minCan I Sit in Front?Episode 2: High School Hijinks!Originally aired July 5, 2020. Steve's best friend Bill Fenrich joins the show to reminisce and to discuss driver/rider ratings.
2020-10-0830 minCan I Sit in Front?Episode 1: Fun Facts and FAQ'sOriginally aired June 28, 2020. The premiere episode is an introduction to the podcast and to its creator Steve Grives.
2020-10-0821 minCan I Sit in Front?Episode 4: One StarOriginally aired July 19, 2020. Steve reacts to receiving a one-star rating from a passenger.
2020-10-0818 min
The Steve Grives Podcast: Making ConnectionsMaking Connections, with LaRob PaytonChicago musician LaRob Payton joins the show to talk about his initiative “Hearing in Color” and how his organization elevates and celebrates Black voices in music.
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2020-10-0700 minThe Steve Grives Podcast: Making ConnectionsMaking Connections, with Fr. Stephen LaheyPriest and Historian, Father Lahey joins the show to talk about these “unprecedented times” and offers some tips for surviving the next month. Steve reads some Maine humor, and Fr. Steve reads the “worst poem in the history of the English language.”
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2020-10-0200 minThe Steve Grives Podcast: Making ConnectionsMaking Connections, with Steve WallaceSteve Wallace (DePaul 2013) talks about his career in the arts as a singer-composer-filmmaker-producer and how he connects and defies musical genres.
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2020-09-3037 minThe Steve Grives Podcast: Making ConnectionsMaking Connections, with Matt OltmanSinger/Conductor, Matt Oltman joins the podcast to talk of his recent quarantine experiences in Taiwan and Mexico, and how he's making his job at Shenandoah Conservatory work in the COVID-19 era.
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2020-09-2645 minThe Steve Grives Podcast: Making ConnectionsMaking Connections, with Joan ConlonJoan Conlon is a guest on the podcast to talk about Italian cooking, preserving the old recipes, and connecting to your heritage through food.
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2020-09-2429 minThe Steve Grives Podcast: Making ConnectionsSeason 2 TrailerAn introduction to Season 2: Connecting through Conversation.
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2020-09-2200 minThe Steve Grives Podcast: Making ConnectionsMaking Connections, with David GierDavid Gier, Music Director of the South Dakota Symphony Orchestra, discusses the role of the orchestra as a tool of connection, and some of the ways the SDSO engages with their community.
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2020-09-2024 minThe Steve Grives Podcast: Making ConnectionsMaking Connections, with Frank AlbinderFrank Albinder joins us to talk about his career with Chanticleer and his take on interpersonal male relationships. He helps us answer the question, “Why do men show affection by being mean to one another?”
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2020-09-1940 min
The Steve Grives Podcast: Making ConnectionsMaking Connections, with Tim SharpTim Sharp joins me to discuss his work as Executive Director of the American Choral Directors Association, and how he lives and works to make connections with intentionality.
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2020-09-1125 min