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Eager to Know is a weekly podcast hosted by Vermont artist Ricky McEachern that engages creative leaning people about their journey and path forward. It is inspired by the idea that the creative aspects of our minds can shift outcomes in exciting ways. Guests include artists as well as others in life roles not traditionally considered creative.
Episodes

Thursday Apr 24, 2025
Wellington Lora
Thursday Apr 24, 2025
Thursday Apr 24, 2025
This episode was a great conversation about many aspects of sound and music. After re-listening, I am very pleased with it —well done, Wellington!

Wednesday Apr 23, 2025
Eli Tea Bar
Wednesday Apr 23, 2025
Wednesday Apr 23, 2025
Join me on this short but interesting conversation with the founder of Eli Tea Bar in Andersonville, Chicago. We speak about building a small business, entrepreneurship, and bubble tea!

Tuesday Apr 22, 2025
Meridith Grundei
Tuesday Apr 22, 2025
Tuesday Apr 22, 2025
What a pleasant surprise this guest was. I never knew of improv as a tool for regular people. I am grateful to actor, coach, and improv expert, Meridith Grundei, for speaking to us a few years back. Please enjoy this re-release.

Friday Apr 18, 2025
George Klauba
Friday Apr 18, 2025
Friday Apr 18, 2025
This is probably my favorite Eager To Know episode. George’s emotional storytelling really resonates with me. Listening to this again makes me grateful I started this podcast and captured this conversation. The Hoffheimer gallery in Chicago represents George.

Thursday Apr 17, 2025
Chad Koeplinger
Thursday Apr 17, 2025
Thursday Apr 17, 2025
This is the re-release of a top-downloaded Eager To Know episode - my interview with tattoo artist Chad Koeplinger. Chad took this discussion to places I didn’t expect, and I was both surprised and pleased. Be sure to follow him on Instagram.

Tuesday Apr 15, 2025
Frederick Speers
Tuesday Apr 15, 2025
Tuesday Apr 15, 2025
It’s one of my favorite Eager To Know episodes, maybe because the guest is a longtime friend. We speak about our childhood experiences and how they shaped our view of the world. It was such an excellent discussion.

Monday Apr 14, 2025
Audrey Niffenegger
Monday Apr 14, 2025
Monday Apr 14, 2025
This was an interesting interview with author and artist Audrey Niffenegger. Be sure to check out the Friends of The Harley Clark website to learn about the restoration project Audrey is involved with.
https://www.friendsofharleyclarke.org

Saturday Apr 12, 2025
Carmelo Esterrich
Saturday Apr 12, 2025
Saturday Apr 12, 2025
Author Carmelo Estrich speaks to me about his book Star Wars Multiverse. What a fun guest - great job. It is always fun to discuss a topic so broad and interesting as Star Wars.
Star Wars Multiverse on Amazon
https://www.rickymceachernartist.com/

Friday Apr 11, 2025
William Conger
Friday Apr 11, 2025
Friday Apr 11, 2025
My conversation with Chicago-based artist and educator William Conger. Thank you William for letting us see your studio and having a great discussion.

Thursday Apr 10, 2025
Lance Hoagland
Thursday Apr 10, 2025
Thursday Apr 10, 2025
We spoke to my Chicago yoga instructor about meditation and a regular yoga practice. Thank you, Lance, for being a great teacher and informative guest.
