In this episode Kelly Sovoca and I keep the conversation going on creative endurance. We discuss how far we have come vs how far we have to go, the frustrations of being either crazy or impatient, and what we would tell ourselves years ago.Dis

Nature Vs Nurture

Feb 18th, 2020 16m 22s

In this episode Erin and I discuss the concept of Nature versus Nurture. We explore how these concepts influence our approach on life, our ability to control these forces (or not) and to what extent they determine who we ultimately become.For

The Daemon In Us All

Jan 25th, 2020 39m 32s

In this episode Shelly Rollison and I discuss what its like to live with a Daemon, how Daemon's are different from Demons, what good or bad can come from listening to your Daemon, and what the difference is between the Daemon voice and all the

When Solitude Meets Vocation

Dec 24th, 2019 16m 50s

In this episode David Eugene Edwards and I discuss how we as introverts manage our vocation, where we prefer our solitude, and the joys of communing with our internal fires. Discover more about David Eugene Edwards at Wovenhandband.com Get beh

Defeating the Dragon Within

Nov 22nd, 2019 21m 10s

In this episode Dan Quay and I explore how to overcome the dragon of inadequacy, why creatives struggle with self promotion, and how to combat the dragon of grandiosity.Discover Dan's work @danielevanquay and danielquay.comGet behind the scen

The Beauty of Darkness

Nov 7th, 2019 16m 18s

In this episode, Vivien Mildenberger and I discuss how darkness is different from evil, what good comes from work inspired by darkness, and the romance of melancholic prompts.Discover Vivien's work @vvberger and vivien.mildenberger.comGet beh

Creative Endurance

Oct 24th, 2019 13m 37s

In this episode Tyler Deeb and I discuss the challenges of balancing creative ownership and ambition, what keeps us motivated for the long term, and how we manage our own creative endurance. Discover Tyler's work @misc_goods_co and misc-goods-

Ideals Worthy of Defeat

Oct 12th, 2019 17m 16s

In this episode, we talk with Meera Lee Patel about Ideals we feel are worth suffering a defeat for, what we have sacrificed for success and the archetypal role of all artists. Discover Meera's work @Meeraleepatel and Meeralee.com Get behind

The Subconscious Mind

Sep 28th, 2019 14m 50s

In this episode, Erin and I express our experiences with our own subconscious, contemplate how humans could use their subconscious in the future, and what we recommend to anyone exploring their own unknown.Explore behind-the-scenes content and

Power of a Name

Sep 9th, 2019 15m 40s

In this episode, Melissa and I explore the power of names and talk through the naming magic in "A Wizard Of Earthsea" by Ursula K. Le Guin.Explore behind-the-scenes content and receive early access at Patreon.com/LoreluminFollow Melissa on in

How Villains Define Us

Aug 22nd, 2019 17m 5s

In this episode, Erin Connally and Kelsey Yandura discuss villains: what kinds are most compelling, how they affect our lives, and how we can better understand ourselves through them. Explore behind-the-scenes content and receive early access

Imposter Syndrome

Aug 8th, 2019 16m 21s

In this episode we talk about what it means to suffer from imposter syndrome, how to process and manage feelings of inadequacy, and how we can work around our fears of failing or fears of success.Get early access to these episodes at Patreon.c

The Power of Folklore

Jul 26th, 2019 13m 13s

In this episode, we explore our fascination with folklore: why humans are drawn to it, how it’s influenced past societies, and how it might evolve. Get early access to these episodes at Patreon.com/Lorelumin.Discover Kelsey's work @Kelseyyan

Humans, Animals, and Shapeshifting

Jul 10th, 2019 16m 53s

In this episode, we explore why cultures are fascinated by stories of humans shapeshifting into animals-- what do these stories tell us about our relationship to animals? What do our animal companions offer us today? Get behind the scenes cont

The Creativity of Interior Spaces

Jun 25th, 2019 15m 16s

In this episode, we discuss our relationship with interior spaces: what we need from them in order to be creatively productive and what their personalities mean to us. Get behind the scenes content and early access at Patreon.com/Lorelumin.Ch

Ancient and Modern Storytelling

Jun 15th, 2019 17m 31s

In this episode, we talk with Kelsey Yandura about the differences between modern and ancient storytelling and the role storytellers have played throughout the ages.Get behind the scenes content and early access at Patreon.com/Lorelumin.Music

Magical Realism and Reality

May 30th, 2019 14m 28s

In this episode, we discuss the difference between fantasy vs. magic realism, the special kind of magic found in small towns, and the way we process experiences that feel more like fiction than reality.Get behind the scenes content and early a

The Spirit of a Place

May 12th, 2019 15m 35s

Recorded on location at the Lorelumin Residency in Ireland, this episode explores the personalities and temperaments of different locations and landscapes— from rural to urban to the wild Irish countryside around us.Get behind the scenes cont

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