Modern Romantic

Leah Houghtaling isn't just a wonderful human who makes inspiring and humorous videos. Her artistry celebrates the beauty of wood's flaws, turning imperfections into stories. Her journey is a testament to resilience, as she transitioned from the service industry to full-time woodworking after conquering breast cancer in 2019. Leah's creations go beyond functionality, each piece revealing the natural lines and textures of wood...

In this touching episode, David Schumacher shows us how music reaches people in incomparable ways. A prominent composer, jazz bandleader, and dedicated educator, David's illustrious career includes accolades for his jazz orchestra album, "Edge of the Mind," which was named a CDBaby Editor's Pick and a Top 10 Jazz Album in 2009...

Lisa Elias is a master blacksmith and artist based in Minneapolis. With over 25 years of experience, Lisa has crafted everything from stunning gates and railings to exquisite lighting and public art installations. Her work blends art and functionality, and her elegant designs leave a lasting impression.
In this episode, Lisa shares her creative journey, her passion for forging metal into art, and the magic of infusing everyday life with artistic beauty...

Get ready for spine-tingling tales! Join us as we welcome back to the podcast Laura Packer, a renowned national storyteller, for some spooky stories just in time for the season. Be prepared for goosebumps and wonder!

Follow Laura online: www.laurapacker.com

*Content may be quite scary and triggering to some audiences, please use caution when deciding to listen to this episode.

Get ready for spine-tingling tales! Join us as we welcome back to the podcast Laura Packer, a renowned national storyteller, for some spooky stories just in time for the season. Be prepared for goosebumps and wonder!

Follow Laura online: www.laurapacker.com

*Content may be quite scary and triggering to some audiences, please use caution when deciding to listen to this episode.

Special Episode: Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night's Dream like you've never heard before: live, unrehearsed, and with an ensemble cast playing multiple parts. Don't miss this hilarious journey through Shakespeare's magical world!

Featuring a star-studded cast: Trey Pittman, Jasmine La Fleur, Carlos A. Williams Jr., Brenna K Shaffner, Josh Maiolo, Julie Schumacher, Emily A Kramer, Lisa Stock, Chris Shrewsbury, & Chris Hunter!

Get ready to dive into painting with Paola Delage!Paola's art is like a burst of emotion and color on canvas, and guess what? She also is a painting instructor and teacher! We'll chat about her stunning creations, her creative process, getting into classical art forms, and how she arrived where she is with her art. Follow her online on Instagram at: ⁠paolapaints

Meet Trey, our podcast's vocal virtuoso and the wizard behind the microphone! By day, he's a training content designer, but by night, he's the host of The Modern Romantic Podcast. Armed with a Master's Degree in vocal performance from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, Trey's storytelling prowess is as impressive as his karaoke skills are entertaining...

In this live stream, we unraveled the secrets of Bob Mayer and Jenny Crusie's craft, discussed how they work together and gained insights into their latest book. Plus, we got to witness Bob sharing some very exciting news with Jenny! It was quite a surprise! Bob Mayer is a literary luminary known for his riveting military thrillers, historical fiction, and science fiction novels...

Nick Busch is a master of the miniature, creating incredibly detailed and immersive small-scale worlds. Each of his creations is a work of art in itself, a testament to his precision and imagination. Nick also beautifully captures these miniature marvels through the lens of his camera. His portrait photography brings these tiny realms to life, evoking a sense of wonder and magic...