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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.
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Friday Mar 28, 2025
Friday Mar 28, 2025
A conversation with installation artist Eli Sobel. Eli is a fascinating, creative guy; we are very grateful he spent time with us.
Thursday Mar 27, 2025
Thursday Mar 27, 2025
A wonderful conversation with fine artist Daniel Sroka. We speak about his creative process and the business of creativity. Be sure to explore his work at
Wednesday Mar 26, 2025
Wednesday Mar 26, 2025
We speak with Chicago-based artist Darren Jones about his creative Journey. Darren is an inspiring example of a successful transition from the corporate world to being a working artist.
Tuesday Mar 25, 2025
Tuesday Mar 25, 2025
Great conversation with Chicago-based painter Luis Guzman. This episode precisely represents the original vision of the Eager To Know podcast. Be sure to explore Luis’ work at:
Monday Mar 24, 2025
Monday Mar 24, 2025
We are going to 2020 when fellow artist Frederick Nitsche interviewed me about my then-upcoming solo art exhibit, MOMENT. I did a decent job outlining the show’s inspiration and approaches for various paintings. Be sure to explore the virtual walk-through of the show at the link in the episode notes.
Sunday Mar 23, 2025
Sunday Mar 23, 2025
This episode is a fascinating conversation. We spoke with voice actor Joe Bianco back in 2019 and it is one of our best. It is always great learning about something new. Thank you Joe for speaking with us.
Saturday Mar 22, 2025
Saturday Mar 22, 2025
Chicago-based artists Karen Perl and William Dolan met with Ricky to discuss structures, alleys, rollercoasters, and Chicago. A diverse conversation with two talented artists.
Friday Mar 21, 2025
Friday Mar 21, 2025
A re-release of another valuable episode - this time with martial arts instructor Jason Bender. There are lots of inspiring ideas and motivating concepts here.
Thursday Mar 20, 2025
Thursday Mar 20, 2025
What a great guest; honest, insightful, and moving. Paul Hamilton is a pianist, teacher, and artist. This is our conversation from 2020 before I had any personal musical experience - Thank you, Paul.
Wednesday Mar 19, 2025
Wednesday Mar 19, 2025
Just one year out of the corporate world, Mark was in a new life as an artist when we did this interview. This is a refreshing conversation as we discuss this new adventure he is starting. Please check out Marc’s work at https://www.marcbenja.com