Talking Out Your Glass podcast

Shawn Waggoner

Glass Art

Aquatic Ecology

Glass Sculpture

Stained Glass

Art Education

Public Art

Kait Rhoads

Judy Chicago

Biodiversity

Jellyfish

Jen Blazina

Art Exhibitions

AI In Art

Glass Conservation

Community Engagement

Kelp Forests

Coral Colonies

Printmaking

Memory

Studio Glass Movement

Former editor of Glass Art magazine Shawn Waggoner interviews internationally respected artists and experts in hot, warm and cold glass. For questions or comments shawntelroyale@yahoo.com

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Publishes	Twice monthly	Episodes	285	Founded	10 years ago
Number of Listeners		Categories	ArtsVisual Arts

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Latest Episodes

Gemma Hollister: Narrative Structure and Divine Light

Upon graduation from the Tyler School of Art and Architecture with a BFA in glass, Gemma Hollister was awarded the Windgate-Lamar fellowship from the Center for Craft, which allowed her and her partner to start a small studio in Philadelphia, Antolin... more

19 Dec 2025 • 54 min

Hana Hastings, Sand and Fire Works: Using Social Networks to Successfully Market Stained Glass Patterns, Classes and Artwork

Using Etsy for pattern sales, Patreon for teaching classes and Instagram for promoting her artwork, Hana Hastings, Sand and Fire Works, Grimsby, Ontario, Canada, has acquired a substantial following for her offerings in stained glass. Wanting to diff... more

11 Dec 2025 • 59 min

Michael Meilahn: An Artist Farmer's Focus on Corn and GMOs

Michael (Mick) Meilahn's body of work, which includes glass sculpture and large glass and multi-media installations, intertwines the artist's investigation into agriculture, crop production, genetic food modification, and the ancient history of corn.... more

5 Dec 2025 • 1 hr 19 min

Austin Stern - 111325 3.40PM

Austin Stern's Little Monsters series is a body of work where cartoon-like creatures interact with physical manifestations of their own anxieties. These worries which assail the monsters, gleefully weighing down their minds and bodies, are simultaneo... more

21 Nov 2025 • 1 hr 6 min

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Recent Guests

Gemma Hollister

Emerging glass artist, 2023 Saks Emerging Artist Nominee, and participant in Netflix's Blown Away.

Antolini Glass Co.

Episode: Gemma Hollister: Narrative Structure and Divine Light

Hana Hastings

Stained glass artist and owner of Sand and Fire Works

Sand and Fire Works

Episode: Hana Hastings, Sand and Fire Works: Using Social Networks to Successfully Market Stained Glass Patterns, Classes and Artwork

Michael Meilahn

An artist known for his glass sculpture and focus on agriculture and genetically modified corn.

Episode: Michael Meilahn: An Artist Farmer's Focus on Corn and GMOs

Michael Endo

Artist and curatorial consultant known for exploring spaces through kiln formed glass.

Pilchuck Glass School

Episode: Michael Endo: Using Kiln Formed Glass to Explore the Spaces in Between

Ethan Stern

Glass artist focusing on the interplay between utility, beauty, and narrative

Studio Melt

Episode: Ethan Stern: The Revealing Quality of Glass Carving

Chaiah Sullivan

Glass artist known for intricate cactus-inspired designs

Unparalleled Glass

Episode: Chaiah Sullivan: The Cactus Guy

Beth Lipman

An American artist known for her sculptural practice that explores themes of the Anthropocene and deep time, often working with materials such as glass.

Episode: Beth Lipman: Tracking Deep Time and the Anthropocene through Still Life Assemblage

Mathieu Grodet

French-born artist living and working in Canada, known for his interdisciplinary works in glass.

Sandra Ainsley Gallery, Toronto, Ontario

Episode: Mathieu Grodet: Expressing Complex Modern Themes via Multi-Disciplinary Glass Works

Kari Russell-Pool

Primarily a flame worker known for her autobiographical glass art

Episode: Kari Russell-Pool: Flameworking Glass Heirlooms

Host

Shawn Waggoner

Former editor of Glass Art magazine, known for insightful interviews with artists and experts in glass art.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 112 ratings

Season 9 — Episode 1 👍👍👍👍
A great discussion about the cross section in Flameworking. A fantastic panel discussion among the artists and Shawn Waggoner the host.
Apple Podcasts
5
Benhoni
United Statesa year ago
Great art podcast!
Love this show! Great conversations for anyone who loves art, glass or artists! Amazing questions that bring forth unexpected answers from the artists.
Apple Podcasts
5
LoveArtForever
United States2 years ago
A valuable catalog of conversations
Going forward, these great conversations with glass artists will serve as a record of their work- and glass’ role in the art world at large.
Apple Podcasts
5
4everglass
United States2 years ago
Easy listen
If you enjoy glass art this is a nice and easy listen. The interviews are always informative and the speaker is really responsive.
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5
babybelleunderfire
United States3 years ago
We love Shawn!
So refreshing to have such an intelligent woman shed light on the glass community. This podcast gives underground artists a bigger platform with insightful interviews. 10/10 recommend!!
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5
jaymie allison
United States3 years ago

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The host's expertise and ability to ask insightful questions have received high praise, making each episode educational and engaging.

Listeners appreciate the thoughtful conversations that provide deep insights into the world of glass art.

Many reviews emphasize the accessible nature of the content, beneficial for both seasoned artists and novices alike, indicating a wide appeal.

Audience members often express gratitude for the platform that highlights lesser-known artists and their significant contributions to the art community.

Overall, listeners seem to enjoy the rich variety of guests and the authentic discussions about their artistic processes and journeys.

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Apple Podcasts	#188	United States/Arts/Visual Arts
Apple Podcasts	#116	Canada/Arts/Visual Arts
Apple Podcasts	#166	Australia/Arts/Visual Arts
Apple Podcasts	#87	Netherlands/Arts/Visual Arts
Apple Podcasts	#138	New Zealand/Arts/Visual Arts
Apple Podcasts	#167	Norway/Arts/Visual Arts

Talking Points

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Hana Hastings, Sand and Fire Works: Using Social Networks to Successfully Market Stained Glass Patterns, Classes and Artwork

Q: How do you see stained glass evolving in online and in-person?

Hana believes stained glass will keep growing in popularity despite the challenges posed by AI, emphasizing the value of handcrafted art versus mass production.

Hana Hastings, Sand and Fire Works: Using Social Networks to Successfully Market Stained Glass Patterns, Classes and Artwork

Q: Are there other works that have been super popular on Instagram?

Hana mentions a particular panel featuring a fox and a butterfly that received a strong response, showing the importance of storytelling and aesthetics in her posts.

Hana Hastings, Sand and Fire Works: Using Social Networks to Successfully Market Stained Glass Patterns, Classes and Artwork

Q: So how did you grow your Instagram following?

Hana attributes her growth to consistency in posting, engagement with her community, and occasional viral videos that showcased her unique glass pieces.

Hana Hastings, Sand and Fire Works: Using Social Networks to Successfully Market Stained Glass Patterns, Classes and Artwork

Q: You attribute your love of stained glass art to your connection with your grandfather. Tell us about Seamus Egan and what you learned from him.

Hana describes her grandfather as the one who introduced her to stained glass. She learned a lot from him while spending time together in his workshop and cherished the tools and knowledge he left behind.

Michael Meilahn: An Artist Farmer's Focus on Corn and GMOs

Q: How and when did you discover glass blowing at the University of Wisconsin-River Falls?

Michael initially went to ag school, but after discovering a pottery class in the art department, he switched his major to art. He began his journey in glass in 1966.

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Recent guests on Talking Out Your Glass podcast include:

1. Gemma Hollister
2. Hana Hastings
3. Michael Meilahn
4. Michael Endo
5. Ethan Stern
6. Chaiah Sullivan
7. Beth Lipman
8. Mathieu Grodet

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