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Makers & Mystics

Stephen Roach
Creativity
Community
Art
Hospitality
Community Building
Wonder
Georgian Culture
Spirituality
Music
Healing
Post-Pandemic Loneliness
God
Breath & the Clay Creative Arts Gathering
Art and Spirituality
Cultural Anthropology
Spiritual Growth
Dreams
Health and Healing
Poetry
The Way Back To Ourselves

Makers & Mystics is the podcast for the art-driven, spiritually adventurous seekers of truth and lovers of life.

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes309Founded10 years ago
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ArtsReligion & SpiritualityVisual Arts

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In this episode of Makers and Mystics, host Stephen Roach is joined by Jared Farley of Porter’s Call, a nonprofit dedicated to supporting the emotional and mental health of touring artists and their families.

Together, they explore the tension betwe... more

In this episode, Stephen Roach sits down with creative collaborators Justin McRoberts, Whitney Hancock, and Corey Frey for a conversation about the art of building authentic creative community.

From introducing their new online offering, "The Light ... more

In this inter-seasonal episode, Stephen Roach is joined by returning guests Paul Anleitner and John Mark McMillan for a discussion of Guillermo del Toro’s new Frankenstein adaptation. Together they explore del Toro’s visual storytelling, the spiritua... more

In this brief inter-seasonal update, Stephen Roach shares what is happening within the Makers and Mystics community, where the podcast is headed next, and what to expect at the next Breath and The Clay event, March 20-22, 2026. 

The Breath and The C... more

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Recent Guests

John Mark McMillan
Singer-songwriter
Episode: Creating Monsters: Guillermo del Toro's Frankenstein and the Horror of Unchecked Ambition
Paul Anleitner
Cultural theologian
Episode: Creating Monsters: Guillermo del Toro's Frankenstein and the Horror of Unchecked Ambition
Ronnie Van Der Veer
Award-winning Foley artist working on various films.
Episode: S15 E14: Sound Symbols: Foley Art in Film with Ronnie Van Der Veer
Amy Leigh Wicks
Poet, actress, and educator from New York City
Former Dean of Performing Arts at Bethel Conservatory of the Arts
Episode: S15 E13: Confessional Transcendence with Poet and Actor Amy Leigh Wicks
Prasanta Verma
Author, speaker, and public health professional
Episode: S15 E12: The Ghost Life with Prasanta Verma
Julian Davis Reid
Jazz and gospel pianist, artist theologian, and founding member of the JuJu Exchange.
The JuJu Exchange
Episode: S15 E11: Urgency and Intimacy with Julian Davis Reid
Jon Guerra
Singer-songwriter and film composer based in Austin, Texas.
Episode: S15 E10: The Art of Becoming: Jon Guerra on Music, Imagination, and Spiritual Formation
Corey Frey
Visual artist, poet, and co-conspirator in the Makers & Mystics Collective
Makers & Mystics Collective
Episode: S15 E08: Ecstatic States and The Artistic Impulse P1
Faith Bryant
New York-based visual artist specializing in oil painting and surrealism
Episode: S15 E07: Recasting The Familiar with Faith Bryant

Host

Stephen Roach
Host who explores the intersections of creativity and spirituality, guiding discussions with artists and thinkers about their work and personal journeys.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 526 ratings
  • Creative Community

    This community has been in the background of my life for many years now. They’ve encouraged me, help my own creative practices, and given me a community of artists to glean from. I’m so grateful for this podcast and community.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Art4theHart
    United Statesa year ago
  • Always Interesting!

    There’s such a wide variety of artists interviewed on this podcast - for those of us who like to look under the hood of how people create, these interviews are a dream! Stephen as an interviewer comes up with exceptional questions that seem to allow artists to think of their own work in news ways. Highly recommend!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    "A concerned citizen"
    United States2 years ago
  • Gritty. Authentic. Inspiring.

    Podchaser
    5
    christopher1.allen
    2 years ago
  • The best- beautiful, inspiring and uplifting every time

    I discovered this podcast about a year ago and have almost made it through every episode in every season! Such a great podcast with wisdom, inspiration, encouragement and beauty in every episode! Great stories and guests and Stephen’s words are so profound- this podcast is for artists, makers, (even if your art is simply creating a joyful, beautiful, and meaningful life) and all who are interested in the ultimate issues of life, eternity and faith and how they are related to art and beauty.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ktmom99
    United States2 years ago
  • Favorite!

    Makers and Mystics is a treasure! It’s got such rich and varied content, including inspiring interviews with musicians and writers and artists and thinkers of all kinds. It never fails to inspire me with thoughts on art, literature, beauty, and the value of art in our lives. Quite simply, it returns me to a place where I can see the world with wonder again. And that is priceless. No matter how busy my life gets, I always make time for this podcast. Thank you, Stephen Roach!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    s rochelle
    United States3 years ago

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The podcast is praised for creating a sense of community among artists and offering rich explorations of creativity.
Many find the discussions to be spiritually uplifting and intellectually stimulating, enhancing their artistic practices.
The quality of interviews and Stephen's probing questions often lead to profound reflections on personal and professional growth.
Listeners appreciate the deep insights and inspiration they gain from the diverse range of guests.

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S15 E15: Resistance and Flow (Season Finale)
Q: In your own practice, how do you know when resistance is something to push through and when it's an ally that is keeping us from getting ahead of ourselves?
The speakers discuss the importance of community and external voices in recognizing self-imposed resistance, emphasizing that these voices can guide us toward growth.
S15 E14: Sound Symbols: Foley Art in Film with Ronnie Van Der Veer
Q: Would you say you see yourself more as a technician or as a performer?
Ronnie feels he is both a technician and a performer but struggles to switch between the two roles during recording.
S15 E14: Sound Symbols: Foley Art in Film with Ronnie Van Der Veer
Q: How did you first discover Foley art and how did you get into this?
Ronnie shared his background in music, his interest in sound design, and how he began experimenting with Foley art during college.
S15 E11: Urgency and Intimacy with Julian Davis Reid
Q: What advice would you give to other artists who are expressing their faith through their art and they're doing so in non-traditional context?
Pray earnestly and surround yourself with people who can pray for you and hold you accountable.
S15 E13: Confessional Transcendence with Poet and Actor Amy Leigh Wicks
Q: Can you elaborate a little bit on what Confessional Transcendence is?
Confessional Transcendence is a poetic creation that acknowledges the divine and the hellish parts of existence, arguing that art should exist in a middle ground where pain and beauty are interwoven.

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Focused on the intersection of creativity and spirituality, this podcast features in-depth conversations with artists, thinkers, and creators, who share their insights and experiences about the artistic journey. Topics often include the role of community in fostering creativity, the importance of vulnerability in artistic expression, and the blending of faith with artistic practices. Noteworthy episodes explore themes such as ambition, the emotional depths of creativity, and the cultural implications of art, creating a rich tapestry of discussions that encourage listeners to reflect on their own artistic paths and spiritual quests. The podcast is particularly compelling for those interested in understanding how art can serve as a medium for... more

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1. John Mark McMillan
2. Paul Anleitner
3. Ronnie Van Der Veer
4. Amy Leigh Wicks
5. Prasanta Verma
6. Julian Davis Reid
7. Jon Guerra
8. Corey Frey

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