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The Potters Cast

Paul Blais
Ceramics
Pottery
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NCECA
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Pottery

PublishesTwice weeklyEpisodes1276Founded13 years ago
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Latest Episodes

Kevin "Turkey" Merck makes functional ceramic ware with a horror twist. Kevin's work is painstakingly handcrafted and custom glazed which makes each mug an individual piece of art. Though some work has a mold as a starting point, Kevin spends hours s... more

Anna Gadzhikurbanova is a Russian ceramic artist whose work blends psychology and biology into biomorphic forms. Developing her practice across Tokyo and Austin, Anna crafts functional wheel-thrown pieces alongside handbuilt sculptural objects, explo... more

Kerry Serritella is a CPA, wife, mom, and lifelong learner who discovered pottery as a much-needed creative escape from a stressful career and a newly emptying nest. Still considering herself a student of the craft, Kerry now creates from her backyar... more

Katie Brentnal is the New Zealand potter and educator behind Katie B Ceramics, where she helps hobby potters understand their glazes and create results they love. With a background in adult learning, Katie makes glazing approachable through practical... more

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Recent Guests

Kevin Merck
Ceramic artist making functional pottery with horror, fantasy and science-fiction designs
Episode: Return Of A Monster Maker | Kevin "Turkey" Merck | Episode 1276
Anna Gadzhikurbanova
Russian ceramic artist creating functional pottery and sculptural work inspired by nature.
Episode: Creativity And Creating | Anna Gadzhikurbanova | Episode 1275
Kerry Serritella
CPA and potter who creates in a backyard studio
Episode: Planning A Small Studio | Kerry Serritella | Episode 1274
Katie Brentnal
New Zealand potter and educator behind Katie B Ceramics
Katie B Ceramics
Episode: Seven Things About Glazing That Nobody Told Me | Katie Brentnal | Episode 1273
Felicity Potter
Potter and surface decorator who worked with David Schlapobersky
Episode: Remembering Felicity | David Schlapobersky & Felicity Potter | Episode 1272
David Schlapobersky
South African studio potter who has made and sold pottery with Felicity Potter since 1973
Episode: Remembering Felicity | David Schlapobersky & Felicity Potter | Episode 1272
Mitch Lyons
Ceramic artist and printmaker who developed a process for printing with clay
Episode: Printing With Clay | Mitch Lyons | Episode 1271
Diane Eisenbach
Ceramic artist and educator with an MFA from San Diego State University
Monterey Peninsula College
Episode: Pottery With Hope | Diane Eisenbach | Episode 1269
Amy Joy Hosterman
Ceramic artist researching, creating and teaching with wild clays.
Stinky Cheese Ceramics
Episode: Not Just Clay - Wild Clay | Amy Joy Hosterman | Episode 1268

Host

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

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 808 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 Statesa month ago
  • Consistently Good

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

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cherlee1
    Australia2 months 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 States3 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 States7 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
#40
United States/Arts/Visual Arts
Apple Podcasts
#17
Canada/Arts/Visual Arts
Apple Podcasts
#23
United Kingdom/Arts/Visual Arts
Apple Podcasts
#167
Germany/Arts/Visual Arts
Apple Podcasts
#193
Australia/Arts/Visual Arts
Apple Podcasts
#239
France/Arts/Visual Arts

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Return Of A Monster Maker | Kevin "Turkey" Merck | Episode 1276
Q: What's your marketing strategy?
Merck focuses on making work that looks interesting to him and sharing it online. He says that once his skills could realize the ideas in his mind, people were drawn to the finished work.
Return Of A Monster Maker | Kevin "Turkey" Merck | Episode 1276
Q: How did you end up finding clay?
Merck was drawn to drawing and sculpting from childhood, then became involved in pottery after a baseball friend introduced him to his father, potter Wayne Hewell. He spent evenings sculpting pieces Hewell had thrown and gradually learned the craft.
Planning A Small Studio | Kerry Serritella | Episode 1274
Q: Did you take into consideration the systems that would be need to be, that need to be in place for the building, like the dust control or the plumbing? I know you had to worry about the electrical, but ventilation. So, did you take, those things into consideration?
She focuses on keeping the studio clean by wet-cleaning before dust dries. When the kiln runs, she opens the windows when weather permits, uses a fan to exhaust air and avoids working in the studio.
Planning A Small Studio | Kerry Serritella | Episode 1274
Q: When you plan your layout in there, did you think about the movement of the clay through the studio, or did you think about the movement of your body through the studio or in the studio?
She planned around the clay's sequence through the workspace, from storage to wedging, the wheel, glazing and the kiln, using shelves to track pieces through each stage.
Creativity And Creating | Anna Gadzhikurbanova | Episode 1275
Q: What advice would you give about sustaining a creative life to a young person?
She advises staying open to what is happening nearby, understanding what genuinely interests and moves you, and translating those interests into your art practice.

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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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2. Tales of a Red Clay Rambler: A pottery and ceramic art podcast
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Recent guests on The Potters Cast include:

1. Kevin Merck
2. Anna Gadzhikurbanova
3. Kerry Serritella
4. Katie Brentnal
5. Felicity Potter
6. David Schlapobersky
7. Mitch Lyons
8. Diane Eisenbach

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