The EasterPod

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Hosted by Corey Easterday, The EasterPod brings you stories of rad humans who inspire you to engage the world with creativity and hope. Presented by Easterday Creative.

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Goodpods has curated a list of the 10 best The EasterPod episodes, ranked by the number of listens and likes each episode have garnered from our listeners. If you are listening to The EasterPod for the first time, there's no better place to start than with one of these standout episodes. If you are a fan of the show, vote for your favorite The EasterPod episode by adding your comments to the episode page.

18. Practicing Resilience, Learning How To Innovate, & The Joy Of Collaboration w/ Megan Easterday

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05/05/22 • 52 min

Megan Easterday makes her triumphant return to The EasterPod! She joins her husband and host Corey Easterday to discuss working as a business owner & photographer with Easterday Creative, practicing self-care & resilience, & learning how to innovate as a creative. Megan also talks about the joy of working with her clients & collaborating, becoming more ingrained in the Charlotte community, & why her ultimate goal is to empower each individual she captures through her lens.

Follow Easterday Creative on Instagram, Facebook, Pinterest (@easterdaycreative). Learn more about Easterday Creative: easterdaycreative.com

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Podcast + Interview Intro Music: “You Got Me” by Speak Seldom (@speakseldom - Instagram, Facebook)

Podcast Outro Music: "Back To You" by Speak Seldom

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23. One Musician’s Journey & The Wisdom Learned Along The Way w/ Cody Martin

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02/16/23 • 62 min

Singer/Songwriter, Musician, & long time staple of the Ohio music scene Cody Martin joins host Corey Easterday to discuss his journey from metal band to mellow tunes, his songwriting & creative process, the influences & themes behind his music, & being authentic as an artist. Corey & Cody also chat about growing up in the Ohio music scene, Cody’s first time in Charlotte, paying your dues as an artist, not being afraid to create & share your ideas, the beautifully maddening game of Qwirkle, & more.

Follow Cody Martin on Instagram, Facebook, & Twitter (@codyjmartin). Learn more about Cody Martin: codyjmartinmusic.com. Listen to Cody J Martin on Spotify, Apple, & wherever you get your music.

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Original Podcast Music by Cory Heddleston of Speak Seldom (@speakseldom - Instagram, Facebook). Mixed & Mastered by David Caplinger of Soothsayer Audio (@soothsayeraudio - Instagram, Facebook)

Production: Token (@token.brand - Instagram, tokencreative.co)

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30. Going On Tour w/ 1402

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03/08/24 • 93 min

1402 is a very talented band from Northeast Ohio composed of musicians Christian, Joel, Lip, & John. While on tour in Charlotte they sat down with host Corey Easterday to discuss how they build a connection with the audience & approach each show, the importance of having fun & not taking music or creativity for granted, stories from their first tour together, & their perspectives on all things music. Corey & the guys from 1402 also chat about Corey’s longtime friendship with John, John’s project Shame Chamber, the incredible Walkie Talkie Coffee in Canton, OH, each member’s musical influences & other music/creative projects, why Lip is Corey’s favorite because he’s the drummer, Joel’s understandable aversion to doing gymnastics on stage & how he’s also Corey’s favorite, the creative force that is Christian, & so much more. Seriously - these dudes rock! (and they’re all my favorite)

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Follow The EasterPod (@theeasterpod) & Easterday Creative (@easterdaycreative) on all social platforms. Follow Corey Easterday (@theeasterdude) on all social platforms, and on X (@CoreyEasterday).

Original Podcast Music by Cory Heddleston of Speak Seldom (@speakseldom - Instagram, Facebook).

Production: Token (@token.brand - Instagram & Threads, tokencreative.co)

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19. Being An Advocate, Engaging With The Community, Packing Your Gear Not Your Fear, & Never Not Working w/ Keith Cradle

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05/19/22 • 70 min

Dr. Keith Cradle is a Community Engagement Specialist, Cultural Arts Advocate, Podcast Host, Executive Director of Camping With Cradle, & more. He joins host Corey Easterday to discuss the various ways he works to empower, engage with, & advocate for people in the Charlotte community, including his nonprofit Camping With Cradle & his podcast Crafted With Cradle. Corey & Keith also chat about mutual pop culture loves, how Charlotte can grow into a more equitable place for all, & the importance of consistency & self-care.

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Learn more about Camping With Cradle: campingwithcradle.org

Learn more about Keith Cradle: keithcradle.com

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Podcast + Interview Intro Music: “You Got Me” by Speak Seldom (@speakseldom - Instagram, Facebook)

Podcast Outro Music: "Back To You" by Speak Seldom

Production: Laird Creative Agency - Instagram, Facebook

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17. Focusing On Self-Love & Mental Health w/ Lauren Dow

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05/06/21 • 60 min

Author & Mental Health Advocate Lauren Dow joins host Corey Easterday to discuss her latest book “In Body I Trust”, the process of creating it, & her desire for people to experience authentic self-love, know they are not alone, & find hope, community, & resources through her work. Lauren also talks about being diagnosed with an eating disorder, her personal experience with mental health, & her journey on the road to recovery while advocating for others who suffer in silence from mental health conditions.

Preorder “In Body I Trust”. Follow Lauren Dow (@laurendowwrites - Instagram, Twitter, Facebook). Learn more about Lauren Dow & her work: laurendow.com

Resources Mentioned:

National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Helpline: 1-800-950-NAMI (6264) National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255 National Eating Disorders Association (NEDA) Eating Disorder Foundation Lauren’s List of Resources Project Heal

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Podcast Intro Music: “We Got Love” by The Talbott Brothers (@talbottbrothers - Instagram, Twitter, Facebook).

Interview Intro Music: "The Epic Conquest Of A Dream" by Elijah Wild

Podcast Outro Music: "Decrescendo" by Elijah Wild

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34. Bringing Stories to Life w/ Brian Lafontaine

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02/21/25 • 81 min

Actor, Public Speaking Coach, Voiceover Artist, & Storyteller Brian Lafontaine joins host Corey Easterday to discuss his 30+ year acting career spanning TV, film, commercials, & voiceover work, the art of storytelling across different mediums, how he brings what’s on the page to life, the importance of being adaptable, positive, & professional in the entertainment industry, & why it’s ok to simply have fun & enjoy the creative process. Corey & Brian also chat about his experiences on hit shows like Ozark, his work as a Public Speaking Coach, Stand-Up Comedy, making ideas palatable & accessible, the role of empathy, the goal of connection, why he loves empowering & teaching others, & so much more.

Follow Brian Lafontaine on Instagram (@blafontaineymhs). Learn More about Brian Lafontaine: brianlafontaine.com

Follow The EasterPod (@theeasterpod) & Host Corey Easterday (@theeasterdude) on all social platforms (@CoreyEasterday on X).

Presented By: Easterday Creative (@easterdaycreative, easterdaycreative.com).

Original Music by Cory Heddleston of Speak Seldom (@speakseldom).

Production & Design: Token (@tokencreative.co, tokencreative.co).

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22. Cultural Connections & Building Bridges w/ Shefalee Patel

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08/11/22 • 70 min

Artist, Dancer, Community & Cultural Connector, & one of the Founding Members of Namaste Artists CLT Shefalee Patel joins host Corey Easterday to discuss growing up as a second-generation Indian in America, her commitment to connecting with others & sharing her culture through art, & the work of empowering other creatives through collaboration. Corey & Shefalee also chat about the arts community in Charlotte, her passion for folk dancing/visual art, & the importance of building bridges.

Follow Shefalee Patel on Instagram (@artshefalee). Follow Namaste Artists CLT on Instagram (@namasteartistsclt). Learn more about Shefalee Patel: shefalee.art

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Original Podcast Music by Cory Heddleston of Speak Seldom (@speakseldom - Instagram, Facebook). Mixed & Mastered by David Caplinger of Soothsayer Audio (@soothsayeraudio - Instagram, Facebook)

Production: Laird Creative Agency

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21. Your Voice Matters w/ Andy Goh

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07/15/22 • 96 min

Owner & Founder of GohJo Studios Andy Goh joins host Corey Easterday to discuss his love of podcasting, the vision behind GohJo Studios, podcasting trends, how he works to empower podcasters, and the advice Andy would give to anyone looking to start a podcast. Corey & Andy also chat about Andy’s recent cross-country road trip, favorite TV shows, & why every person’s voice matters.

Follow Andy Goh on Instagram & Twitter . Follow GohJo Studios on Instagram. Learn more about GohJo Studios: gohjostudios.com

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Podcast + Interview Intro Music: “You Got Me” by Speak Seldom (@speakseldom - Instagram, Facebook)

Podcast Outro Music: "Back To You" by Speak Seldom

Production: Laird Creative Agency - Instagram, Facebook

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24. Every Plant Tells A Story w/ Alicia Martin

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03/03/23 • 60 min

Owner & Founder of Plant Therapy Alicia Martin joins host Corey Easterday to discuss her lifelong love of plants, how she works to foster that same love in others, the therapeutic nature of plants & how they can improve lives, plant care tips, & how every plant is unique. Corey & Alicia also chat about building community & collaborating with other businesses, why she loves educating others about plants, a mutual love of plant puns, her work on an audio drama podcast, & more.

Follow Plant Therapy on Instagram & Facebook (@planttherapyclt). Learn more about Plant Therapy: planttherapyclt.com

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Original Podcast Music by Cory Heddleston of Speak Seldom (@speakseldom - Instagram, Facebook). Mixed & Mastered by David Caplinger of Soothsayer Audio (@soothsayeraudio - Instagram, Facebook)

Production: Token (@token.brand - Instagram, tokencreative.co)

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25. Every Show Is A Special, Unique, & Connected Experience w/ The Talbott Brothers

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05/11/23 • 79 min

Musicians Tyler Talbott & Nick Talbott (The Talbott Brothers) join host Corey Easterday to discuss their latest acoustic tour, how each show is a unique & special experience, the importance of developing a personal connection with the audience, & how they discovered a newfound resiliency both personally & musically while finding beauty in the flaws. Corey & The Talbott Brothers also chat about their friendship origin story, merging public/personal & creative personas to become your authentic self, Dumb & Dumber quotes, & more.

Follow The Talbott Brothers on Instagram, Twitter, & Facebook (@talbottbrothers). Learn more about The Talbott Brothers: thetalbottbrothers.com. Listen to The Talbott Brothers on Spotify, Apple Music, Youtube, & wherever you get your music.

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Original Podcast Music by Cory Heddleston of Speak Seldom (@speakseldom - Instagram, Facebook). Mixed & Mastered by David Caplinger of Soothsayer Audio (@soothsayeraudio - Instagram, Facebook)

Production: Token (@token.brand - Instagram, tokencreative.co)

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