Steven Erikson | Author - Malazan Book of the Fallen

Steven Erikson is best known for his series, Malazan: Book of the Fallen, which introduced readers to a fantasy world unlike any other before.   While studying to become an archaeologist and anthropologist, Steven co-created the universe with Ian Cameron Esslemont, ultimately serving as lore for t…

Follow Up 05 | Aaron Johnson | Audio Engineer, CTO of Jarr Audio

Chief Technical Officer of Jar Audio and host of the Cascadian Beer Podcast, Aaron Johnson joins the podcast for a new follow up episode.  Recording via FaceTime audio using his brand new setup, we revisit the tricks of the podcasting trade according to one of the most accomplished and valuable ass…

Autumn Bunton | Goblin Pottery | Ceramicist

Autumn Bunton, owner of Goblin Pottery, has spent the last decade honing her craft with ceramic pieces inspired by folk art and mid century cultural influences.  After a small break, the podcast is back with this episode recorded at the co-op Autumn co-founded, Urban Art Co-op in Spokane, WA.  We d…

Follow Up 04 | Jeremy Hirschkorn, JETT Movement Academy

Jeremy Hirschkorn joins me again for a nice follow up episode about his brand new gym, JETT Movement Academy.  A certified trainer with a ton of experience coaching and competing, Jeremy took the plunge in 2019 starting his own business.  We discuss the first few months, the process prior to gettin…

Follow Up 03 | Jeremy Hansen | Chef & Videographer

A very special edition of our Follow Ups segment, Jeremy Hansen has been a pillar of the Spokane food scene for the better part of the last decade.  We sit down and catch up with what's happened since our last interview which includes the 50 Hour Slam, New York and a very exciting announcement! Ch…

Sarah Rorvig | Founder | VivaLuxx School of Makeup Art

Sarah Rorvig has established herself as one of the best makeup artists the PNW can offer.  After freelancing as an artist and training others throughout her career, the decision to start her own makeup artistry school was finally made.  Enter VivaLuxx, School of Makeup Art where students can enroll…

Chris Christensen | YouTuber & Entrepreneur

The man who got me into Jiu Jitsu and creator behind Telesplash Gaming on YouTube, Chris Christensen finally joins me on the podcast!  We discuss the channel Chris started one year ago, what equipment he runs when creating content, and also the reason why he started a YouTube channel in the first p…

Follow Up 02 | Dan Moffat | Audio Engineer & Musician

The first guest ever published under the Amalgam banner returns for our second Follow Up episode.  Dan has moved from NY to Boston, hosts and produces a new show on Boston Free Radio called Rough Sweater Radio, and continues to work on other music projects.  We update the audience with what's chang…

Creatives & Entrepreneurs | Maker & Made Founders Brittany Stodgell & Millie Schnebly

Two months ago, Brittany Stodgell and Millie Schnebly launched Maker & Made, a full suite design agency focusing on brand identity.  We meet Millie and discuss her background as well as meeting Brittany and deciding to start a business together.  The podcast reconnects with Brittany and her creativ…

Cinetherapy x Amalgam | Inland Film Co.'s Mitch Williams & Sam McGhee | Director & Cinematographer

For the first episode of 2019, we're joined by Mitch Williams (director/storyteller) and Sam McGhee (cinematographer), the talented duo helming Inland Film Co. in Liberty Lake, WA.  This episode has a special twist as we melded Sam & Mitch's own podcast, Cinetherapy, with Amalgam.  We're hoping to …