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The Potters Cast

Paul Blais
Ceramics
Pottery
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Sculpture
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Porcelain
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Creative Process

Pottery

PublishesTwice weeklyEpisodes1272Founded12 years ago
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Latest Episodes

David Schlapobersky & Felicity Potter were on The Potters Cast way back in episode 82 in the very early, early days of the podcast. This is one of my favorite conversations I have ever had. I have thought of these two many times over the years. I rec... more

Mitch Lyons had been on The Potters Cast back in 2017, episode 324. Less than a year later he had passed away. Mitch was a prolific maker, so much so that this past week I am still getting emails about more of his never-before-seen work was going to ... more

A year ago Jennifer and I took a leap and opened a community studio, Clay Works Vancouver. So many things have happened over this adventurous year so I thought it would be good to do a bit of a review of the journey so far.

ThePottersCast.c... more

Diane Eisenbach is an artist-educator whose ceramic work often combines natural, figurative, and architectural elements. Diane received an MFA from San Diego State University and a BFA from Edinboro University of Pennsylvania. Diane has been Chair of... more

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Recent Guests

Chris Bramble
Ceramic artist, educator, and maker featured for career-spanning insights
Independent artist
Episode: Clay Gave Me Something To Live For And To Give To Others | Chris Bramble | Episode 1267
Trevor Foster
Potter and sculptor; based in Northern Thailand
Episode: Stolen Art | Trevor Foster | Episode 1266
Alex Arden
Ceramics artist and high school ceramics teacher, creator of Project Reclaim
Episode: Project Reclaim | Alex Arden | Episode 1265
Thuan Ton
Architect turned potter
Independent ceramist in San Diego area
Episode: An Architect Became A Potter | Thuan Ton | Episode 1264
Trey Foster
Clay With Trey, potter, educator, and inventor
Clay With Trey / The Potters Cast
Episode: Clay With Trey | Trey Foster | Episode 1263
Grace Chaplin
Ceramics artist known for Muckware; oil bottles, lamps, tableware
Muckware
Episode: Eliminating The Bottleneck | Grace Chaplin | Episode 1262
Joshua Simmons
Ceramics artist and founder of The Goods Pottery
The Goods Pottery
Episode: Twenty Years And Failed And Then Back Up Again | Joshua Simmons | Episode 1260
Lindsay Langsdale
Ceramic artist known for knit-textured pottery
Brick and Mortar Studios; Ruby's Clay Studio and Gallery
Episode: Her Pots Look Soft | Lindsay Langsdale | Episode 1259
Drew Herstam
Potter with atmospheric surface work mimicking soda/wood effects
Independent ceramic artist
Episode: Soda Without Soda and Wood Without Wood | Drew Herstam | Episode 1258

Host

Paul Blaze
Host of The Potters Cast; focuses on ceramics, process, and community storytelling.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 806 ratings
  • A compelling conversationalist

    I had the privilege of being on with Paul - and he is such an excellent interviewer. I love how he taps right into the core of the conversation, and pulls at the right threads to dig into some great insights. Been listing a long time. This one is worth the listen!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    spiffious
    United States22 days ago
  • Consistently Good

    Great conversations, natural and informative. Paul is always interested and curious.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cherlee1
    Australiaa month ago
  • Such a wonderful experience!

    Paul is incredible! I absolutely love the show and was honored to be asked to be featured! Paul is so kind and made the process so easy and made me feel super comfortable during the interview! Thank you Paul for everything you do, keep it up!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Nicole Kluba
    United States2 months ago
  • My go-to podcast as a potter

    This is my go to podcast to have on while I’m working in the studio. I love hearing the stories and influences behind other people’s work, as it really makes me reflective of my own. Paul gets on such a great mix of guests as well.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Throwtofire
    United Kingdom6 months ago
  • The BEST host and podcast!

    Rainy and I had an amazing experience meeting and being interviewed by Paul. He is such a kind, professional, and engaging host. We highly recommend working with him! The podcast episodes themselves are well edited and interesting. Each episode is a treat!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ella, FIVE Glaze
    United States6 months ago

Listeners Say

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Feels like a go-to resource for studio practice and business-minded potters.
Offers a broad mix of guests from well-known to rising ceramic artists.
Hardworking host with a warm, engaging interview style.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#46
United States/Arts/Visual Arts
Apple Podcasts
#28
Canada/Arts/Visual Arts
Apple Podcasts
#85
United Kingdom/Arts/Visual Arts
Apple Podcasts
#221
Canada/Arts
Apple Podcasts
#53
Australia/Arts/Visual Arts
Apple Podcasts
#160
France/Arts/Visual Arts

Talking Points

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Clay Gave Me Something To Live For And To Give To Others | Chris Bramble | Episode 1267
Q: How did you get into ceramics and what was your path before London?
He studied in Glasgow, spent time in Hastings, and later moved to Glasgow School of Art, then Zimbabwe before returning to the UK.
Clay Gave Me Something To Live For And To Give To Others | Chris Bramble | Episode 1267
Q: What part of the world do you live in today?
Chris is located in the London area, Curban, Northwest London.
An Architect Became A Potter | Thuan Ton | Episode 1264
Q: What role does your home studio play in your work?
He shares that the studio is a small corner of his garage, sufficient for practice and firing his own pieces, with community classes used earlier in his journey.
An Architect Became A Potter | Thuan Ton | Episode 1264
Q: How did you get into ceramics and what was your first experience touching clay like?
He describes starting late, the initial sense of unfamiliarity, and the humbling realization that mastery takes time beyond a beginner's early excitement.
An Architect Became A Potter | Thuan Ton | Episode 1264
Q: Where does your name come from and how do you relate to pottery?
Thuan explains his Vietnamese heritage, pronunciation of his name, and how his background as an architect informs his pottery practice, bringing precision and a strong design sense.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Potters Cast

What is The Potters Cast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A primed audience for this show consists of serious makers and ceramic practitioners who want practical, real-world guidance on building and growing a clay-based practice. Episodes frequently cover blending traditional hand-building with modern workflows (including digital planning, surface design, and production considerations), navigating entrepreneurship (pricing, branding, wholesale, and studio management), and cultivating community through events, teaching, and collaborative projects. A recurring thread is the focus on accessible, hands-on strategies for turning clay into a sustainable career, often illustrated with regional case studies, studio setups, and process-first storytelling that listeners can imitate or adapt.

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Recent guests on The Potters Cast include:

1. Chris Bramble
2. Trevor Foster
3. Alex Arden
4. Thuan Ton
5. Trey Foster
6. Grace Chaplin
7. Joshua Simmons
8. Lindsay Langsdale

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