<![CDATA[Why We Make Stuff]]>
craigallen.substack.com]]>https://craigallen.substack.com/s/why-we-make-stuffSubstackSun, 19 Jul 2026 04:00:10 GMThttps://api.substack.com/feed/podcast/161807/s/112648.rssCraig AllenA podcast for creative peopleepisodicCraig Allencraigallen@substack.comNo<![CDATA[Arthur Alligood]]>I was honored to talk with Arthur Alligood about how he got into songwriting, the value of music theory, and his latest project he’s raising support for on Kickstarter.

Arthur’s Links:

* Website

* Instagram

* Facebook

* Twitter



This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit craigallen.substack.com]]>https://craigallen.substack.com/p/arthur-alligoodsubstack:post:142411220Thu, 29 Oct 2020 01:34:00 GMTCraig AllenNo2802<![CDATA[Jordan Chavous]]>Jordan and I met through one of Joy Ike’s cultivator chats a few months ago. He’s an incredible bassist, and when I heard him talking about how he was considering starting a podcast, I knew I wanted to have him on at some point to talk about it. So here it is!

I really appreciated Jordan’s honesty and transparency, and in listening to the first episode of his new podcast, Convos with Jordan Chavous, I knew we would have a great conversation as well. Be sure to check out his website to find his podcast!

Jordan’s Links:

* Website

* Instagram

* Facebook

* YouTube

* Twitter



This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit craigallen.substack.com]]>https://craigallen.substack.com/p/jordan-chavoussubstack:post:142411158Thu, 03 Sep 2020 01:29:00 GMTCraig AllenNo3576<![CDATA[Dorothea Taylor]]>I had a wonderful chat with Dorothea Taylor about her Instagram and Tik-Tok fame, her love of teaching music, and more about drumming!

Dorothea’s Links:

* Instagram

* YouTube



This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit craigallen.substack.com]]>https://craigallen.substack.com/p/dorothea-taylorsubstack:post:142411104Thu, 20 Aug 2020 01:26:00 GMTCraig AllenNo2404<![CDATA[Joy Ike]]>Joy Ike is one of my favorite singer/songwriters ever and this week’s guest. She talks about writing music during the pandemic, her mentoring program called Cultivators, and an article she wrote addressing the issue of systemic racism in our country.

Joy’s Links:

* Website

* YouTube

* Twitter



This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit craigallen.substack.com]]>https://craigallen.substack.com/p/joy-ikesubstack:post:142411033Thu, 13 Aug 2020 01:22:00 GMTCraig AllenNo3500<![CDATA[Nick Flora]]>Nick Flora shares his story as a singer/songwriter from Nashville, a podcaster, and music mentor. We get personal about vulnerability in songwriting and in life.

Nick’s Links:

* Website

* YouTube

* Facebook

* Instagram

* Twitter



This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit craigallen.substack.com]]>https://craigallen.substack.com/p/nick-florasubstack:post:142410928Thu, 06 Aug 2020 01:16:00 GMTCraig AllenNo4083<![CDATA[Homestead Collective]]>Caitlyn Deviney & Ben Morris from Homestead Collective talk about how they started playing music together, opening a music venue, and their recent experience playing a socially distant live show.

Links:

* Website

* Patreon

* YouTube

* Facebook



This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit craigallen.substack.com]]>https://craigallen.substack.com/p/homestead-collectivesubstack:post:142410586Thu, 30 Jul 2020 01:08:00 GMTCraig AllenNo2192<![CDATA[Chords of Orion]]>I had a lovely time talking with Bill from Chords of Orion. He makes ambient music and has a thriving YouTube channel. We also chat about his new album, Rumination, and other stuff like Frippertronics.

Links:

* Facebook

* Instagram



This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit craigallen.substack.com]]>https://craigallen.substack.com/p/chords-of-orionsubstack:post:142410535Thu, 23 Jul 2020 01:03:00 GMTCraig AllenNo2290<![CDATA[The Lost Harmony]]>I hope you enjoy this conversation I had with Garrett Rode, aka “The Lost Harmony” about being a music teacher, professional pit musician, and ambient guitarist.

Links:

* Bandcamp

* YouTube

* SoundCloud

* Instagram



This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit craigallen.substack.com]]>https://craigallen.substack.com/p/the-lost-harmonysubstack:post:142410445Thu, 16 Jul 2020 00:58:00 GMTCraig AllenNo2472<![CDATA[Sam Arias]]>In this episode, I talk with Sam about the inspiration for his latest song, “How Long,” and racism in America.

Sam Arias’ Website



This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit craigallen.substack.com]]>https://craigallen.substack.com/p/sam-ariassubstack:post:142410347Thu, 18 Jun 2020 00:54:00 GMTCraig AllenNo3552<![CDATA[Matt Wheeler]]>In this episode, I talk with Matt about how he got started playing music, how things have changed performing live, and how he defines success as a musician.



This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit craigallen.substack.com]]>https://craigallen.substack.com/p/matt-wheelersubstack:post:142404951Wed, 27 May 2020 20:54:00 GMTCraig AllenNo3320<![CDATA[Naal (Dave Mantel)]]>In the first episode, I talk with Dave Mantel of Naal about his new project, Phases. You can support his music by going to any of the links below.

Links:

* Website



This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit craigallen.substack.com]]>https://craigallen.substack.com/p/naal-dave-mantelsubstack:post:142404549Wed, 20 May 2020 20:48:00 GMTCraig AllenNo3608