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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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Mar 22, 2025
Mar 22, 2025
35 min
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.
Mar 21, 2025
Mar 21, 2025
54 min
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.
Mar 20, 2025
Mar 20, 2025
44 min
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.
Mar 19, 2025
Mar 19, 2025
41 min
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
Mar 18, 2025
Mar 18, 2025
50 min
Our guest, filmmaker Lori Felker, did a great job. I had many questions about this creative format, and Lori answered them all. Please explore her work at:
Mar 17, 2025
Mar 17, 2025
42 min
What a wonderful conversation with mentalist Mark Toland. Mark is very thoughtful and enjoyed re-listening to this episode to the end. Be sure to check out Mark’s genuinely amazing work at www.marktoland.com
Mar 16, 2025
Mar 16, 2025
46 min
I am grateful Peter Barker agreed to speak and perform for us years ago. The conversation reveals the relationship between his music and mental illness. It is honest, insightful, and helpful.
Mar 15, 2025
Mar 15, 2025
39 min
This conversation is with an actor and a painter, starting in their respective fields. We are going back to 2019 in this Eager To Know episode. Explore Hannah Ruwe and Kevin Slattery’s websites/Instagram to see what they have been up to since this conversation.
Mar 14, 2025
Mar 14, 2025
34 min
This re-release is a wonderful conversation with an incredible artist. We are very grateful he sat down with us back in 2019. Be sure to explore his work at his website. Thank you Jesús.
Mar 13, 2025
Mar 13, 2025
45 min
Fundamental ideas are discussed in this episode. Helen is the owner of the popular Chicago restaurant Uncommon Ground, and she beautifully articulates her journey, and lessons learned. Chicago listeners can visit Uncommon Grounds Lake view location