Podcast
While the Creating Your Own Path (CYOP) podcast is currently on an indefinite hiatus, the weekly interview series featured inspiring individuals from various creative industries. Interviews were conducted both in-person and remotely. In 2015, I took the show on the road, traveling solo across the country and back, interviewing people, and producing the show along the way. With over 100 episodes in the archives, I've found that we creatives often veer off course, forge our own paths and don't always fit a particular mold. We tend to be a multifaceted bunch and this interview series seeks to find common ground among us all.
EPISODES BY SEASON:
EPISODES BY LOCATION:
LOVE FOR THE SHOW:
INSPIRING + ENTERTAINING
“Jennifer explores the powerful thoughts and motivations behind creatives. She asks the perfect questions and gives the podcast a relatable conversational tone. Love every minute. Can’t wait for more episodes.”
— Stella
GOES BEHIND THE SCENES
“One of my favorite things about the show is that Jennifer goes behind the scenes to really find out how these entrepreneurs and creative thinkers got their start. She doesn’t gloss over the surface. I think this is one podcast to keep your eye on!”
— Gina
RARE GLIMPSES OF INSIGHT + INSPIRATION
“As a creative, it’s important to hear the thoughts and inner workings of other creatives. And even more so, their past, struggles, and what it took to get to where they are. Jennifer offers a great platform for just that. She asks the right questions which obviously bring out the right answers. Definitely a fan.”
— Sami
A CREATIVE GEM!
“I love hearing about the creative lives of others and that’s exactly what Jen provides with each episode.”
— Tami
ENCOURAGEMENT FOR CREATIVE MINDS
“Sometimes leading or dreaming of a more creative life can get lonely, but Jennifer’s Creating Your Own Path podcast brings amazing folks who have created their own path right into your living room, car, or office. It’s so hopeful to hear from others who have made it made it work and the friendly interview style makes this podcast extra enjoyable and encouraging.”
— Adina
THE CYOP ARTIST RESIDENCY (2017-2019):
THE CYOP ARTIST RESIDENCY BLENDED THE STORYTELLING FOUND ON THE CREATING YOUR OWN PATH PODCAST WITH THE TALENTS OF EMERGING ARTISTS, ILLUSTRATORS AND DESIGNERS. THE GOAL OF THE PROGRAM WAS TO ELEVATE IMPORTANT DISCUSSIONS, INSPIRE OTHERS TO PURSUE THEIR CREATIVE WORK, AND TO ULTIMATELY SUPPORT THE CREATIVE COMMUNITY.
Each year, the CYOP Artist Resident received access to the creatively charged audience of the podcast through stints as an occasional co-host, promotion in all available online channels, hands-on experience creating commissioned work, professional guidance, and a generous stipend. In return, the resident — who worked remotely from their current location — created a collection of art pieces using important interview moments and pull quotes from throughout the season.
The culmination of the residency resulted in items for the CYOP online shop aimed at celebrating the art of discussion, providing future funding for the program, and giving each participating artist a beautiful, well-rounded portfolio project.