Marshall Arts: The Podcast

Troy-based musician Scott Womer, the founder of the Song City performance series and Ink Songwriter Retreat, talks with host Rick Marshall about the creative, in-the-round concert series he brought from Nashville to the Capital Region, and the annual retreat he organized for local musicians.

Troy-based visual artist Quill Harrison joins host Rick Marshall for a discussion of birds, murals, and the various ways art can help (and reflect) the way people communicate with each other and the world around them. She also offers some insight on her "Sincerely, No One" exhibit at Schenectady's Bear and Bird Gallery.

Local hair stylist and influencer Jordan Yanatos, a.k.a. "Pinup Jordan," chats with host Rick Marshall about the colorful history of "Mermaid Hair" and what goes into the vivid hairstyles she's known for, as well as the collaborative art studio she co-founded in Schenectady. She also shares some details about The Rainbow Convention, a celebration of alternative hair styles and cult

With the horseracing season underway at Saratoga Race Course, award-winning photographer Erica Miller discusses her experience photographing horses, races, and historic moments in and around Saratoga, and the artistry that goes into capturing these moments in time.

Gearbox Software art director Ben Greene sits down for a wide-ranging conversation about creating and managing the blend of storytelling and visual art that goes into developing video games, the rapid growth of the local video game industry, and the career path that brought him to this point. He also shares some details about the personal project he's hoping to bring to audiences i

John MacDonald, who hosts and performs at drag events as Noelle Diamond, discusses the wide range of skills and complex artistry that goes into drag performance. He also shares some thoughts about his experience with drag queen story hours and the importance of such events in our communities.

Ahead of a performance at Universal Preservation Hall in Saratoga Springs, award-winning local musician Buggy Jive sits down with Rick Marshall for a wide-ranging discussion of his music and inspirations, his creative videos (including his 2020 lockdown anthem "Ain't Going Anywhere" and NPR's 2023 Tiny Desk Contest finalist, "Don't Quit Your Day Job"), and his new album, "Hurry Up

Bridget Punsalang, the owner of Bittersweet Blackbird tattoo studio, discusses the artistry and evolution of her unique, woman-owned and women-run shop in Clifton Park.

Visual artist Melody Often discusses her award-winning work in a wide range of media, including her plant-themed projects currently featured in a Schenectad gallery, as well as her local roots and the region's blossoming creative community.

Frank Gillen, better known as "The Spider-Man of Upstate NY," talks to host Rick Marshall about his cosplay origin story, what costumes mean to him, and what he's learned from spending the last decade in Spidey's suit.