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Beginnings

Andy Beckerman
Mental Health
Electronic Music
Music
Creativity
Camera Obscura
Ambient Music
Vicky Farewell
Songwriting
Parenting
Sound Mechanics
Therapy
Vietnamese Heritage
Music Industry
Glasgow
Anxiety
Rafael Toral
Spectral Evolution
Music Philosophy
Comics
Writing

We all know the stories of how creative people get into the business of creating for a living, but how did they start using their imaginations in the first place? On the Beginnings podcast, writer and performer Andy Beckerman asks well-known and on-their-way-up comedians, musicians, writers, artists and thinkers about their earliest creative acts, their formative childhood experiences, and how the... more

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On today's episode, I talk to musician and producer John McEntire. Originally from Portland, OR, John started playing drums as a preteen and eventually went to school at The Oberlin Conservatory to study music. At Oberlin, John started playing in Dav... more

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On today's episode, I talk to writers and directors Zachary Johnson and Jeffrey Max of Fatal Farm. Zach and Jeffrey grew up in Dallas, TX and became interested in film in high school. Eventually moving to LA, the two began to make videos together in ... more

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In 2023, they recorded their first full-length album Revival of a Friend at Tiny Telephone, and it will be released on Exploding In Sound Records at the end of the month! This is the website for Beginnings, subscribe on Apple Podcasts, follow me on T... more

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On today's episode, I talk to Julia Steiner of the band Ratboys. Originally from Louisville, Kentucky, Julia started Ratboys in college at Notre Dame with Dave Sagan. In 2015, they relocated to Chicago and released their first album AOID on Topshelf ... more

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Recent Guests

Connor Armbruster
Musician and fiddler
Episode: Episode 713: Connor Armbruster
Julia Steiner
Musician, Ratboys vocalist/guitarist
Ratboys
Episode: Episode 712: Julia Steiner of Ratboys
Amelia Fletcher
Musician (Heavenly, Talulah Gosh, Marine Research, Tender Trap, The Catenary Wires) and economist
Heavenly, Talulah Gosh, Marine Research, Tender Trap, The Catenary Wires
Episode: Episode 711: Amelia Fletcher of Heavenly
Lisa Marr
Singer and bassist for Cub, co-founded the Echo Park Film Center.
Episode: Episode 709: cub
Lisa G
Drummer for Cub, involved in various creative projects.
Episode: Episode 709: cub
Mary Lattimore
Harpist from Asheville, North Carolina
Independent musician
Episode: Episode 708: Mary Lattimore
Julianna Barwick
Musician known for her unique soundscapes and vocal layering
InFiné
Episode: Episode 707: Julianna Barwick
Jen Bender
Musician and band member of Cusp
Cusp
Episode: Episode 705: Jen Bender of Cusp
Steven Brown
Musician and member of the post-punk band Tuxedomoon
Tuxedomoon
Episode: Episode 704: Steven Brown of Tuxedomoon

Host

Andy Beckerman
Host of a series that explores the creative journeys of various artists, focusing on their earliest inspirations and personal histories.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 134 ratings
  • Enlightening

    Andy is a gifted interviewer who pulls on the threads of interesting parts of artists’ lives. I always learn something new when I listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Clair8047
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great guests, but interviews could be better

    I like the guests, great writers. I wish Andy asked guests to go deeper with their stories rather than share about himself I wonder if he could make more space for us to learn about about the amazing guests and maybe he can do solo episodes about himself.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    dee'lite
    United Statesa year ago
  • Entertaining and enlightening!

    I love Naomi and Andy on Couples Therapy podcast, so I decided to check out Andy’s solo podcast and I’m glad I did!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AMLBW22
    United States2 years ago
  • Entertaining and enlightening!

    I love Naomi and Andy on Couples Therapy podcast, so I decided to check out Andy’s solo podcast and I’m glad it did!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AMLBW22
    United States3 years ago
  • Love the show!

    Currently enjoying the Microwaves episode and looking forward to diving into the back catalogue.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Crutmon
    United States3 years ago

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The show features illuminating conversations, providing a blend of humor with insightful discussions about creativity.

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Episode 709: cub
Q: How do you start to think of yourself?
I feel like that is an existential crisis for my entire life.
Episode 709: cub
Q: Can you both just introduce yourself?
I'm Lisa G, the drummer of Cub. I'm Lisa Marr, and I'm also the singer for Cub.
Episode 708: Mary Lattimore
Q: Was the harp part of an escape plan?
The harp is part of my escape plan. It's my constant companion, it channels my feelings, and relates to others through music.
Episode 707: Julianna Barwick
Q: What is it in you that allows you to continue?
I love it. I love it. I started making this, this, this, like, I started looping...
Episode 704: Steven Brown of Tuxedomoon
Q: Do you think you wanted a spiritual experience when you're growing up?
He believes he and others seek something spiritual, but realized that formal religion wasn't providing that for him.

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What is Beginnings about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Focused on the creative journeys of artists, this podcast features in-depth conversations with a range of guests including musicians, writers, and comedians about their initial inspirations and formative experiences. Each episode captures the essence of personal growth in the arts, exploring themes like creativity's roots, struggles with mental health, and the interplay between personal history and artistic expression. With a blend of humor and introspection, this podcast offers listeners unique insights into the lives of creative individuals, making it a compelling choice for those interested in the nuances of artistic development and the human experience behind the craft. Notably, it encourages guests to reflect deeply on their past, pres... more

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Recent guests on Beginnings include:

1. Connor Armbruster
2. Julia Steiner
3. Amelia Fletcher
4. Lisa Marr
5. Lisa G
6. Mary Lattimore
7. Julianna Barwick
8. Jen Bender

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