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Coast To Coast Creatives

Hosted by Joe Funk & Taurean Cavins-Flores · arts · EN-US

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About this Podcast:

Coast To Coast Creatives is a podcast about and for working artists within the entertainment industry. So whether you're a professional artist or simply an entertainment enthusiast wanting to hear some wild stories and inspirational advice, this podcast is for you.

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What is Coast To Coast Creatives about?

Coast To Coast Creatives is a podcast about and for working artists within the entertainment industry. So whether you're a professional artist or simply an entertainment enthusiast wanting to hear some wild stories and inspirational advice, this podcast is for you.

Who hosts Coast To Coast Creatives?

Coast To Coast Creatives is hosted by Joe Funk & Taurean Cavins-Flores. The show has published 30 episodes to date.

What has Coast To Coast Creatives covered recently?

Recent episodes include "Transforming Rejection Into Redirection with Tyler Buckingham" (16 August 2026, 66 minutes), "Exploring the Heart of 'Flight 182': A Film by Rippin Sindher" (10 December 2025, 49 minutes), and "The Creativity & Ethics of AI in Filmmaking with Matt Fowler" (18 October 2025, 37 minutes).

How often does Coast To Coast Creatives publish?

Coast To Coast Creatives publishes roughly every few months, with episodes averaging 57 minutes across 30 episodes.

How hard is it to get booked on Coast To Coast Creatives?

Booking probability for Coast To Coast Creatives is 30%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Coast To Coast Creatives requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Coast To Coast Creatives's contact route on record: public web form.

Who should pitch Coast To Coast Creatives?

The strongest fits for Coast To Coast Creatives are Artists, Writers & Performers. Coast To Coast Creatives has an arts audience.

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Joe Funk & Taurean Cavins-Flores hosts Coast To Coast Creatives, an arts podcast with 30 episodes published.

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Recent episodes

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  • Episode #1

    Transforming Rejection Into Redirection with Tyler Buckingham

    Aug 16, 20261h 6mS4

    In this episode, I chat with Tyler Buckingham, a mindset and self-development coach with a background in sports, stunt work and acting, about navigating rejection, self-worth and confidence in creative careers. Tyler...

  • Episode #5

    Exploring the Heart of 'Flight 182': A Film by Rippin Sindher

    Dec 10, 202549 minS3

    <p>In this episode of Coast to Coast Creatives, host Joe Funk interviews filmmaker Rippin Sindher about her new short film 'Flight 180 2,' which delves into the 1985 Air India bombing. Sindher discusses how her...

  • Episode #4

    The Creativity & Ethics of AI in Filmmaking with Matt Fowler

    Oct 18, 202537 minS3

    <p>In this captivating episode of Coast to Coast Creatives, Joe sits down with Matt Fowler, a versatile actor, writer and director. They explore Matt's journey from LA to Atlanta, the making of his latest sci-fi...

  • Episode #3

    The Spirit of Independent Filmmaking: Exploring the Legacy of John Cassavetes

    Mar 14, 202537 minS3

    <p>In this episode, the focus is on indie filmmaking and the influential work of filmmaker John Cassavetes. I welcome old friend, Taurean Cavins-Flores, who's bringing Cassavetes to life in the new stage production...

  • Episode #2

    Finding Community and Inspiration in Hollywood: A Chat with Romel De Silva

    Mar 7, 202550 minS3

    <p>In this episode, I reconnect with actor Romel De Silva (He's All That (Netflix), Ghostwriter (Apple+), Heathers) after five years, reminiscing about our time working on the web series 'Part Time Fame' in LA and...

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  • Episode #1

    Shaping the Artists of Tomorrow: The Teaching Journey of Brandon Deen

    Jan 24, 202546 minS3

    <p>In this episode, host Joe Funk interviews Brandon Deen, an Atlanta-based actor and passionate theater educator. Brandon shares his transition from athletics to theater in high school, his experiences studying at...

  • Episode #4

    Acting with Impact: Kimberly Jentzen on Performance, Preparation & Transformation for Actors

    Oct 18, 202443 minS2

    <p>In this episode, I sit down with Kimberly Jentzen, an award-winning acting coach, director, writer, and producer based in Los Angeles. With decades of experience, she’s the founder of the Jentzen Technique, which...

  • Episode #3

    Crafting Myths with Birchbark: Phillip Gladkov on 'Story of the Sun'

    Jul 12, 202436 minS2

    <p>In this episode of 'Coast to Coast Creatives', host Joe Funk interviews filmmaker Phillip Gladkov about his unique work, 'Story of the Sun', the first film made entirely out of birchbark. Phillip shares his...

  • Episode #2

    Tendayi Nyeke: The Art and Business of Filmmaking

    Jul 5, 202441 minS2

    <p>In this episode of Coast to Coast Creatives, host Joe Funk interviews Tendayi Nyeke, a Zimbabwean-born producer, director, and writer, as she discusses her remarkable journey to Hollywood and working on projects for...

  • Episode #1

    Diane Foster, Allison Lobel & Kelly Grant - Behind the Scenes of 'Easter Bloody Easter'

    Apr 28, 20241 hourS2

    <p>Prepare to be spellbound as the trio of Diane Foster, Alison Lobel and Kelly Grant takes us on an enthralling journey through the creation of "Easter Bloody Easter". Experience the alchemy of transforming Alison's...

  • Episode #19

    Katy Chen Mazzara - Achieve Financial Abundance as a Creative

    Nov 13, 20231h 16mS1

    <p>On this episode, I chat with the one and only Katy Chen Mazarra @katychenmazzara , a Money Mentor & Financial Coach for creatives! <br/><br/>Katy is a 20 year veteran of the Film/TV Industry with experience as a TV...

  • Episode #18

    Ben & Dave's Mixtape - Writing & Performing Musical Comedy

    Sep 25, 20231h 2mS1

    <p>In this episode, we talk to Ben Kacsandi and David J. Moriarty. These two fellas make up the dynamic duo that is 'Ben & Dave's Mixtape''. Their incredible mix of comedic and musical prowess brings to life hilarious...

  • Episode #17

    Warren Levi Haney - 'Making a Master Actor' through Shakespearean Text Analysis

    Sep 11, 20231h 9mS1

    <p>In this episode, we speak with Warren Levi Haney, a classically trained actor that believes in hard work and commitment to technique and craft. He speaks on how important it is to work with heightened text as a...

  • Episode #16

    Diane Foster - Founder, Director & Producer of 'WallyBird Productions'

    Sep 4, 20231h 12mS1

    <p>In this episode, Diane Foster talks to us about founding WallyBird Productions, her production company which produces content of 'all forms and genres of media worldwide, fostering diversity and equality'. Under the...

  • Episode #15

    John Babcock - Head Writer at 'Sketchworks Comedy' & Producer of 'Georgia Actors'

    Aug 7, 20231h 1mS1

    <p>In this episode, our good friend John tells us about the truly crazy situation that he and his cast mates overcame surrounding their upcoming show, 'Vape', a parody of 'Grease'. He tells us about his work as a writer...

  • Episode #14

    Emily Grace - Founder of 'Pickford West Society'

    Jul 31, 20231h 6mS1

    <p>In this episode, we talk to Emily Grace, founder of 'Pickford West Society'. Emily started the Society to help actors write their dream roles themselves instead of waiting around for the industry to "discover" you...

  • Episode #13

    Gary Tiedemann - Audiobook Narrator & Actor

    Jul 24, 20231h 8mS1

    <p>In this episode, audiobook narrator & actor Gary Tiedemann shares his heartfelt inspiration for his career, his time training improvisation at 'The Second City' (Chicago) and his very humble beginnings at a small...

  • Episode #12

    Kyle Segar - Actor, Singer, Songwriter & Playwright

    Jul 14, 202359 minS1

    <p>In this episode, Kyle talks about his experiences currently in the world tour of 'The Book of Mormon' and also looks back on his time in the world tour of 'Rent'. Kyle's story is truly remarkable and details that...

  • Episode #11

    Veronica Barrera - Voiceover Actor & Expert

    Jul 10, 20231h 2mS1

    <p>In this episode, we have the privilege of talking with Veronica Barrera. She talks about what inspired her to become a voiceover artist and shares some fun stories about how she started preparing for this career even...

  • Episode #10

    Nancy Hayden - Executive Director of the 'Detroit Creativity Project'

    Jul 3, 20231h 10mS1

    <p>In this episode, Nancy tells us about the Detroit Creativity Project, a non profit organization that transforms the youth of Detroit through improv. Improvisation proves to be a tool that fosters collaboration...

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