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Joel Timmons, Musician - THE MUSIC MAKERS podcast ep

2025-09-02T08:00:00-06:00

Check out this conversation with Joel Timmons, a songwriter, guitarist, musical collaborator, and outdoorsman based in Charleston, SC. From Sol Driven Train to Sally & George to his own solo country music career - Joel has been working as a musician for decades.

This episode explores his latest LP Psychedelic Surf Country and the stories of some of the song’s songwriting and recording/production process, as well as stories from the road as a touring musician, and Joel’s best tried and true advice for collaborating with others creatively, and personally. Follow Joel’s journey from side man to front man!

It was great to connect with Joel, and I hope you enjoy this episode as much as I enjoyed our conversation!

Joel Timmons and Scott Mathson during THE MUSIC MAKERS recording - 2025

Show notes

People, artists, writers, and others mentioned in this episode

Shelby Means (Joel’s partner)
Sol Driven Train
Maya de Vitry (Previous podcast guest)
Cary Ann Hearst, Shovels and Rope
Luke Bell
JP Harris
Watchhouse (random moment of background song, kept in)
Molly Tuttle
Robert Plant & Alison Krauss
Mary Gauthier
Missoula’s River City Roots festival

Music Releases by Joel Timmons discussed in this episode

Psychedelic Surf Country

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Joel's featured photo by Scott Simontacchi

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Phillip Lammonds, Songwriter - THE MUSIC MAKERS podcast ep

2025-01-08T16:00:00-07:00

Check out this conversation with Phillip Lammonds, a songwriter, artist, outdoorsman, and family man based in Nashville, TN. Over 4,000 songs later, his experience and wisdom runs deep.

Phillip is a real salt of the earth guy who’s highly respected and admired in his field.

This episode explores his songwriting career, background, hobbies, and stories about select collaborations. With his guitar in hand for the majority of the interview he plays some new song ideas sparked during our conversation, and he gives a special performance of his song Salt from his album Cowboy Things.

It was a pleasure to connect with Phillip, I hope you enjoy this episode!

Phillip Lammonds and Scott Mathson during THE MUSIC MAKERS recording - 2024

Show notes

People, artists, writers, and others mentioned in this episode

Dan Tyminski
The Blue Dogs (band)
Paul Craft
Shawn Camp
Curb / Word Publishing
Hootie & the Blowfish
Darius Rucker
Mark Bryan
Tiffany Goss
The Earls of Leicester
Blake Shelton
Josh Turner
Lee Brice
Edwin McCain
S/O to Friends “You’re so not…” inspiration line

Phillip Lammonds Salt (Live) THE MUSIC MAKERS

Music Releases by Phillip Lammonds discussed in this episode

Cowboy Things

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Phillips's featured photo by Ken Gray Images

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Maya de Vitry, Singer songwriter - THE MUSIC MAKERS podcast ep

2024-12-19T16:00:00-07:00

Check out this conversation with Maya de Vitry, a singer-songwriter, producer, and overall creative person based in Nashville. Throughout this podcast episode, Maya shares insights into her latest full-length album’s recording process, discusses life on the road touring, and life as an independent musician and wearer of multiple hats.

Maya has been making music for years now and shares a lot of great advice and insights!

The one place to support Maya? Bandcamp.

I really enjoyed meeting Maya, be sure to follow along and check out her work.

Maya de Vitry and Scott Mathson during THE MUSIC MAKERS recording - 2024

Show notes

People, artists, makers, and others mentioned in this episode

Ethan Jodziewicz, Partner and collaborator
Alex Wilder, Engineer
Mike Elizondo, Phantom Studios owner
Joel Timmons, Guitarist and collaborator
Phoebe Hunt, BG vocalist
Mad Maker Studio, Maya’s indie label
Domino Publishing
Lori Peters, Booking agent
The Stray Birds
Shelby Means
Hannah Delynn
John Craigie
Bon Iver
Red Ants Pants Festival
S/O to $150 tipper, Canadian fan

Music Releases by Maya de Vitry discussed in this episode

The Only Moment

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Maya's featured photo by Julia Varga (juliavarga.com)

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Interview with Aja Smart, Fiber & Macrame Artist

2021-11-08T07:00:00-07:00

Miniviews series - No. 78 with Aja Smart

You’ve landed on the seventy-eighth installment of the Maker Miniviews (mini, two question interviews) series. Learn more about these maker interviews and view a list of all Miniviews.

Aja Smart is the designer, owner, and maker behind Strand Texture - a fiber art brand established in 2019. Aja is a self-taught macrame artist and weaver, specializing in eclectic wall hangings made from eco-friendly/cruelty-free fibers. Also a jewelry maker, painter, dancer, and more - a true maker through-and-through - Aja finds making things to be both meditative and a meaningful form of expression.

Check out this interview with Aja!

I'm a Maker Because...

Aja Smart interview

What inspires you to keep making things?

"Creating has always been, and will continue to be an important facet of my life. It’s a part of who I am, and even after quiet periods it always radiates back through me. Sometimes it manifests itself in different mediums, and I love to embrace that. Having a very supportive family and community certainly helps to continue on the journey as well!"

What one piece of advice would you give to other makers?

"Give yourself grace when it comes to pushing through a project or permission to step away. Your emotional state can affect or be affected through the process of creating, and it’s okay to allow some breathing room if you are struggling. Take a walk outside, listen to some music, do something that makes you smile, or cry, and then come back refreshed."

"Your emotional state can affect or be affected through the process of creating, and it’s okay to allow some breathing room if you are struggling..." — Aja Smart

Follow Aja Smart’s work: Strand Texture website • Instagram profile.

Interview with Andrew Phelan (Andy Spoons), Woodworker

2021-10-21T10:00:00-06:00

Miniviews series - No. 77 with Andrew Phelan

You’ve landed on the seventy-seventh installment of the Maker Miniviews (mini, two question interviews) series. Learn more about these maker interviews and view a list of all Miniviews.

Andrew Phelan (Andy Spoons) is a musician, songwriter, and woodworker based in Vancouver, BC, Canada. Andy sells his traditionally crafted spoons, utensils, coffee scoops, and other hand-carved items on Etsy. He solely uses hand tools, an axe and a knife, in his carving process and finishes the spoons in natural oils.

Check out this interview with Andy!

I'm a Maker Because...

Andrew Phelan interview

What inspires you to keep making things?

"Every time I pick up my tools to work, I know that the material is going to have a completely new conversation with me. There is always another piece of the design to focus on, always another factor involving grain, moisture, species, etc. It is brand new every single time, and that is constantly exiting to me."

What one piece of advice would you give to other makers?

"Keep carving. I can't stress that enough. If you have a question about the process, try it yourself first, there is no better teacher than time and experience. The more you work with a material or a design, the easier it becomes. Patience and time will always win out over quick tips and tricks!"

"Patience and time will always win out over quick tips and tricks..." — Andrew Phelan

Follow Andrew Phelan’s work: Andy Spoons website • Instagram profile.

Interview with Amanda Krolczyk, Woodworker & Artist

2021-10-18T10:00:00-06:00

Miniviews series - No. 76 with Amanda Krolczyk

You’ve landed on the seventy-sixth installment of the Maker Miniviews (mini, two question interviews) series. Learn more about these maker interviews and view a list of all Miniviews.

Amanda Krolczyk is an artist, maker, and woodworker running Plaid Beaver Co. Plaid Beaver Company was established in Montana under November’s Beaver Moon in late 2017. The nature-inspired decor and art pieces Amanda makes are made from reclaimed materials found throughout western Montana.

Check out this interview with Amanda!

I'm a Maker Because...

Amanda Krolczyk interview

What inspires you to keep making things?

"This unquenchable desire to keep learning burning in my chest."

What one piece of advice would you give to other makers?

"Never feel like you have to stick to just one thing. Explore new ways of making/thinking/seeing, always. Keep your mind fresh and that will reflect in your work."

"Explore new ways of making/thinking/seeing, always..." — Amanda Krolczyk

Image credit, Missoulian © 2019
Transforming scrap into painted mountain sculptures, a full-time career

Follow Amanda Krolczyk’s work: Plaid Beaver Co. website • Facebook • Instagram profile.

Interview with V Susan, Woodworker & DIYer

2021-10-10T08:00:00-06:00

Miniviews series - No. 75 with V Susan

You’ve landed on the seventy-fifth installment of the Maker Miniviews (mini, two question interviews) series. Learn more about these maker interviews and view a list of all Miniviews.

V Susan (Susan) runs Mellowpine DIY from Seattle, WA. Mellowpine is a woodworking tutorials content website, YouTube channel, and a growing catalog of resources for other, budding makers to learn from. Speech pathologist by day, maker by night/weekend.

Check out this interview with Susan!

I'm a Maker Because...

V Susan interview

What inspires you to keep making things?

"I have always been a teacher from a very young age. My inspiration for being a maker is that I am able to teach beginners how to design and build beautiful products using wood. I'm very happy when someone tells me they made something that I showed them how to."

What one piece of advice would you give to other makers?

"It's easy to get bogged down by seeing expensive tools that experienced makers use. The reality is that for most projects, you don't need very expensive tools. It's amazing how much you can accomplish with a small tool budget.

Also, you get better at the craft as you spend more time on it. Everyone's first project looks terrible. But slowly you'll get the hang of designing and making something beautiful. I never considered myself a maker until I built a small gift for my grandpa by following a DIY guide on YouTube. Things took off from there!"

"The reality is that for most projects, you don't need very expensive tools. It's amazing how much you can accomplish with a small tool budget..." — V Susan

DIY Geometric Wood Wall Art // Inspirational Woodworking Design Idea by Mellowpine DIY

Follow V Susan’s work: Mellowpine DIY website • Instagram profile • YouTube Channel.

NBC’s Making It Interview with Artist Maria Antoinette Loggins

2021-06-23T08:30:00-06:00

Maker interview with Maria Antoinette Loggins

Having recognized the passion, drive, and pure enjoyment of making things that each Making It contestant illustrates, Makerviews is excited to have the chance to highlight, feature, and share insights from each contestant. This Making It series gives a deeper look into these makers lives through their answers to a few, quick questions. Learn more about this series.

Maria Antoinette Loggins is a wife, mother, and entrepreneur who has grown a prolific beauty and DIY digital business. Maria is also a textured hair expert, having had her work featured in The Lifetime Network, and beyond.

Check out this interview with Maria Antoinette Loggins, maker from NBC’s Making It.

Making It Interview...

with Maria Antoinette Loggins

What inspires you to keep making things?

"What inspired me to keep making things is a compilation of need and want. Often times I need an item and can find it or it’s not readily available so I make it."

What one piece of advice would you give to other makers?

"Don’t compare your work, your self or any part of the process to anyone else. Making, crafting and or DIYing is an art form that isn’t bounded by 'the right way.' Create freely, make mistakes and keep going! The best things are often happened upon."

What is your biggest takeaway from Making It?

"My biggest takeaway from doing the show is you shouldn’t limit yourself. If you want it go after it!"

"Don’t compare your work, your self or any part of the process to anyone else." — Maria Antoinette Loggins

Follow Maria Antoinette Loggins’s work: Maria Antoinette Loggins website • Facebook • Instagram profile • YouTube Channel.

View and learn more about the Making It interview series. Thank you all for reading this interview - get out there and make things!

NBC’s Making It Interview with Artist Adam Kingman

2021-06-23T08:25:00-06:00

Maker interview with Adam Kingman

Adam Kingman is an industrial designer and creative director from Lake Tahoe. Inspired by nature, and embodying resourcefulness, Adam often crafts with recycled and reclaimed materials.

Check out this interview with Adam Kingman, maker from NBC’s Making It.

Making It Interview...

with Adam Kingman

What inspires you to keep making things?

"I believe we’re all kids at heart, and most things in life could be a little more playful. Making is my response to stumbling across a problem or something a little mundane. There’s always room for fun. And we all can always more resourceful and clever with the things we already have."

What one piece of advice would you give to other makers?

"If you have an idea, it’s your opportunity to share it. No one knows what’s in your head until you bring it to life."

What is your biggest takeaway from Making It?

"Trust your gut and follow your intuition. Inspiration comes from our past, from the memories and moments that change and challenge you."

"If you have an idea, it’s your opportunity to share it." — Adam Kingman

Follow Adam Kingman’s work: Adam Kingman website • Instagram profile • YouTube Channel.

View and learn more about the Making It interview series. Thank you all for reading this interview - get out there and make things!

NBC’s Making It Interview with Artist Becca Barnet

2021-06-23T08:20:00-06:00

Maker interview with Becca Barnet

Becca Barnet is an artist who has pursued art from an early age, on through to college where she received a BFA in Illustration. Becca is known for her large-scale art installations and has done interiors for restaurants, hotels, and custom commissions.

Check out this interview with Becca Barnet, maker from NBC’s Making It.

Making It Interview...

with Becca Barnet

What inspires you to keep making things?

"I usually like to challenge myself, and if I get an idea in my head, I love to see if I can actually make it happen!"

What one piece of advice would you give to other makers?

"Everything is a work in progress. Don't beat yourself up or sweat the small stuff. Stay in the sunshine."

What is your biggest takeaway from Making It?

"I pushed myself and made things that I didn't think I could make in such short amounts of time... I surprised myself!"

"Don't beat yourself up or sweat the small stuff. Stay in the sunshine." — Becca Barnet

Follow Becca Barnet’s work: Sisal Creative website • Instagram profile.

View and learn more about the Making It interview series. Thank you all for reading this interview - get out there and make things!