Best Calligraphers Podcasts (2025)

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Life Lessons from a Dedicated Self-Made School Director, Nohad Al Hamra 55:55

3M ago55:55

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Nohad Al Hamra’s journey is one of resilience, dedication, and unwavering commitment to education. As a self-made school director, she has spent years shaping young minds, overcoming challenges, and building a learning environment that fosters growth and opportunity. Her story is a testament to the power of perseverance, passion, and the impact of …

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The Calligrapher Abdo Ziadeh, 50 Years of Mastery 38:37

3M ago38:37

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For over 50 years, Abdo Ziadeh has dedicated his life to the art of calligraphy, transforming words into masterpieces with precision, passion, and an unyielding commitment to his craft. A true guardian of this timeless art, Abdo's journey is one of discipline, creativity, and the pursuit of perfection. Through his work, he has preserved tradition w…

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Samir Riman: The Persistent Engineer Leading Workshops for Decades 24:10

3M ago24:10

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Samir Riman is a dedicated engineer whose persistence and passion have defined his decades-long career. A true mentor, he has spent years leading workshops, shaping the minds of aspiring engineers, and sharing his vast knowledge. Through hard work, resilience, and an unwavering commitment to innovation, Samir has not only mastered his craft but has…

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Life Lessons from a 95-Year-Old Gem from Hasbaya Mohamad Abou Dehn 37:44

3M ago37:44

37:44

In this heartfelt episode, we sit down with 95-year-old Mohamad Abou Dehn, a true gem from Hasbaya, to uncover a lifetime of wisdom, resilience, and unforgettable stories. From his experiences growing up in Lebanon to the lessons he's gathered over nearly a century, Mohamad shares his perspective on family, perseverance, and the changing world arou…

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Stories of a Locksmith from Batroun, Lebanon 0:35

4M ago0:35

0:35

In this episode, you could explore the life and experiences of a locksmith from the historic coastal town of Batroun. Dive into the daily life of a skilled tradesman, uncovering the personal stories that shape his craft, the significance of his work in the community, and how the rich history of Batroun has influenced his journey. You could also exp…

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Stories of a Potter from Bchetfine, Lebanon 0:20

4M ago0:20

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Stories of a Potter from Bchetfine, Lebanon takes you into the heart of a timeless craft where clay meets storytelling. Step into the workshop of a skilled potter in the picturesque village of Bchetfine as he shapes not just pottery but tales of tradition, creativity, and perseverance. Each episode reveals the beauty of his craft, the challenges of…

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Stories of a Shoe Fixer from Saida, Lebanon 0:05

4M ago0:05

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Stories of a Shoe Fixer from Saida, Lebanon invites you into the humble workshop of a skilled craftsman preserving tradition one repair at a time. Step into the world of a local shoe fixer as he shares heartfelt stories from behind his workbench—tales of resilience, community, and personal encounters from the vibrant streets of Saida. Each episode …

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Stories of a Taxi Driver from Beirut, Lebanon 0:07

4M ago0:07

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Stories of a Taxi Driver from Beirut, Lebanon takes you on a ride through the bustling streets of Beirut, where every passenger brings a new story. Step into the life of a local taxi driver as he shares personal encounters, heartfelt conversations, and raw moments from behind the wheel. From late-night rides filled with laughter to thought-provokin…

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Stories of a Delivery Man from Saida 0:06

5M ago0:06

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Stories of a Delivery Man from Saida offers a glimpse into the everyday life of a local delivery man navigating the vibrant streets of Saida. Through each delivery, he encounters diverse people, heartfelt moments, and unexpected experiences that reveal the soul of the city. From navigating narrow alleyways to sharing personal reflections on life, c…

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Stories of a Taxi from Tripoli, Lebanon 0:10

5M ago0:10

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Stories of a Taxi from Tripoli, Lebanon takes you on a ride through the heart of the city, where every passenger has a story to tell. Step into the life of a local taxi driver as he navigates the bustling streets of Tripoli, sharing unforgettable encounters, heartfelt conversations, and raw moments from behind the wheel. From tales of resilience an…

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Stories of a Mechanic from Lebanon 0:08

5M ago0:08

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Step into the workshop of Lebanon’s unsung heroes—the mechanics who keep the nation moving. Dive deep into the heart and soul of this essential profession as we explore the life of a dedicated Lebanese mechanic. Join us for a hands-on experience, spending a full day capturing the grease, grit, and passion behind the craft. From the hum of engines t…

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Conversation with Rosie Grant - Undertaker and owner of Natural Endings Funeral Service 1:20:43

10M ago1:20:43

1:20:43

For the final episode of season 4 I talk with undertaker and owner of the independent funeral service Natural Endings, Rosie Grant. After listening to several episodes of this season, Rosie reached out to me to suggest talking with me about her creative, personal, and as she described it ‘radical’, approach to honouring the lives of those we love. …

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Conversation with Cordelia O'Neill - Writer, Poet and Playwright 1:03:34

10M ago1:03:34

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In this episode I talk with writer, poet and playwright, Cordelia O’Neill. We discuss Cordelia’s play ‘Anything is Possible if You Think About it Hard Enough’ about a young couple whose baby is born still. We discuss creativity as a tool for developing empathy and how experiencing loss can bring you closer to joy, love and hope. And we talk about t…

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Conversation with Jess Kidd - Artist 35:54

11M ago35:54

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In this episode I talk with Yorkshire artist, Jess Kidd. We discuss Jess’ childhood as an acutely shy child who often lived in her own imaginary world, the comfort she found in creativity as a form of expressing herself, the challenges she experienced at art school and then being diagnosed with health issues that impacted her life dramatically. We …

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Conversation with Jo Ritchie and Laura McDonagh - The Photographer and Writer behind 'Projecting Grief' 40:01

11M ago40:01

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In this episode I talk to photographer Jo Ritchie and writer Laura Mcdonagh. We talk about their work on Projecting Grief, a collection of stories and portraits from individuals who have found comfort, distraction or hope in a creative pursuit after losing someone they love. We also talk about how they came together creatively, their own experience…

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Conversation with Helen Lear - Writer and Disabled Content Creator 47:32

11M ago47:32

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In this episode I talk with writer and disabled content creator, Helen Lear. Helen and I met at drama school in Manchester, sixteen years ago. Since then, a lot has happened. In her twenties, Helen dropped her life in the Uk to travel through Australia and New Zealand, envisioning a life of further international travel ahead of her. During this tim…

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Conversation with Hannah Turlington - Autoethnographic Artist 33:30

11M ago33:30

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In this episode I talk with autoethnographic artist Hannah Turlington. We talk about growing up as a people pleaser, training as a teacher despite wanting to study textiles, eventually becoming a textile designer and realising it was no longer what she wanted, grieving the person that she thought she would one day be, Coming to terms with not being…

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Conversation with Gaelle Jolly - Calligrapher and Bookbinder 48:10

11M ago48:10

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In this episode I am talking to calligrapher, bookbinder and writer Gaelle Jolly. Gaelle and I have followed each other on Instagram for many years, and it was a joy to finally meet over zoom. In this chat we talk about our shared love of writing letters, Gaelle’s passion for getting lost in imaginary worlds, we talk about losing her husband and ho…

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Conversation with Heidi-Lee Gregory - Gardener and Allotmenteer 42:59

12M ago42:59

42:59

In this episode I am talking to gardener and allotmenteer, Heidi-Lee Gregory. In 2020, having experienced a sequence of losses and readjustments in her life, Heidi turned her back on twenty years in the corporate world and decided to start from scratch and completely change direction with her path. We talk about Heidi’s move from her native South A…

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Conversation with Susanna Amato - Actress, theatre maker, writer, clown and humanitarian 47:07

12M ago47:07

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In this episode I talk with Susanna Amato, who describes herself as: actress, theatre maker, writer, clown and humanitarian. Susanna also has a podcast where she invites guests to bring a paper based memory to talk through and shred, based on her theatre piece Landfill of Memories. We discuss Susanna’s identity, how this forms a huge part of her cr…

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Conversation with Joanna Wolfarth - Author, Art Historian and Lecturer 42:40

1y ago42:40

42:40

In this episode I am talking with author, art historian and lecturer Joanna Wolfarth. Joanna was the first person I interviewed for this season. I was feeling nervous and out of practice, but Joanna’s gentle warmth and grace shone through my headphones and I immediately knew that this was exactly where I wanted to be. Sat, listening to her story. I…

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Conversation with Rozie Kelly - Author 51:28

1y ago51:28

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In this episode I talk with my dear friend and neighbour, the author, Rozie Kelly. On a sunny autumn morning, Rozie and I headed out for a walk through the fields. We talked about about losing her dad in lockdown and how this time of enforced solitude helped her embrace her grief, and also, how Buffy the Vampire Slayer featured heavily in this proc…

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On the Irregular - On Creativity and Grief - An Introduction from Java 9:51

1y ago9:51

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Hello and welcome to season 4 of ‘On the Irregular’ with me Java Bere. In previous seasons I have chatted to women from all walks of life about their unique, creative journeys. How they got here, and how their story has shaped their creative process. For this season, I wanted to specifically explore the way in which grief informs the creative proce…

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Calligraphy Masters Podcast #040 - ABHAY CALLIGRAPHY MIGHT GIVE UP ON CALLIGRAPHY?? 1:12:32

1y ago1:12:32

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ABHAY CALLIGRAPHY MIGHT GIVE UP ON CALLIGRAPHY?? | Calligraphy Masters Podcast Episode #40 FREE RESOURCES PACK - https://www.calligraphymasters.com/resources/Follow on Instagram:Abhay: / abhaycalligraphy Milenist: / mileniist Calligraphy Masters - / calligraphymasters CalligraphyMasters Challenges - / callivember NIBS PODCAST: / nibspodcast ARKON M…

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Calligraphy Masters Podcast #039 - LOREDANA ZEGA DANCING LETTERS AND DRY BRUSH CALLIGRAPHY 1:34:58

1y ago1:34:58

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LOREDANA ZEGA DANCING LETTERS AND DRY BRUSH CALLIGRAPHY | Calligraphy Masters Podcast Episode #39 FREE RESOURCES PACK - https://www.calligraphymasters.com/resources/Follow on Instagram:Loredana Zega: / zegacalligraphy Milenist: / mileniist Calligraphy Masters - / calligraphymasters CalligraphyMasters Challenges - / callivember NIBS PODCAST: / nibsp…

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Calligraphy Masters Podcast #038 - TOM KEMP TRAJAN CAPITALS CALLIGRAPHY AND FORMAL BRUSH WRITING 1:15:08

1y ago1:15:08

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TOM KEMP TRAJAN CAPITALS CALLIGRAPHY AND FORMAL BRUSH WRITING | CMP #38 FREE RESOURCES PACK - https://www.calligraphymasters.com/resources/Follow on Instagram:Tom Kemp: / tom_kemp_ Milenist: / mileniist Calligraphy Masters - / calligraphymasters CalligraphyMasters Challenges - / callivember NIBS PODCAST: / nibspodcast ARKON MOUNTS: https://www.arko…

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Calligraphy Masters Podcast #037 THE CALLIGRAPHER OF MARVELS MOVIE DOCTOR STRANGE - SATWINDER SEHMI 1:40:24

1y ago1:40:24

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THE CALLIGRAPHER OF MARVELS MOVIE DOCTOR STRANGE | SATWINDER SEHMI x CMP #37 FREE RESOURCES PACK - https://www.calligraphymasters.com/resources/Follow on Instagram:Satwinder Sehmi: / thechicsikh Milenist: / mileniist Calligraphy Masters - / calligraphymasters CalligraphyMasters Challenges - / callivember NIBS PODCAST: / nibspodcast ARKON MOUNTS: ht…

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Calligraphy Masters Podcast #036 - BLAG MAGAZINE: THE #1 MAGAZINE ABOUT SIGN PAINTING x SAM ROBERTS 1:02:59

1y ago1:02:59

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BLAG MAGAZINE: THE #1 MAGAZINE ABOUT SIGN PAINTING x SAM ROBERTS | CMP #36FREE RESOURCES PACK - https://www.calligraphymasters.com/resources/Follow on Instagram:Sam Roberts: / betterletters 20$ OFF - https://bl.ag/CM20 Milenist: / mileniist Calligraphy Masters - / calligraphymasters CalligraphyMasters Challenges - / callivember NIBS PODCAST: / nibs…

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Calligraphy Masters Podcast #035 - AVINASH: I'VE TAUGHT OVER 3000 PEOPLE COPPERPLATE CALLIGRAPHY 1:01:20

1y ago1:01:20

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AVINASH: I'VE TAUGHT OVER 3000 PEOPLE COPPERPLATE CALLIGRAPHY | CMP #35 FREE RESOURCES PACK - https://www.calligraphymasters.com/resources/Follow on Instagram:Avinash: / avinash_calligraphy Milenist: / mileniist Calligraphy Masters - / calligraphymasters CalligraphyMasters Challenges - / callivember NIBS PODCAST: / nibspodcast ARKON MOUNTS: https:/…

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Calligraphy Masters Podcast #033 - Revealing the Secret of Bad Calligraphy Left-Handed Calligrapher 1:23:03

1y ago1:23:03

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Giorgio Gaetani about BAD CALLIGRAPHY and the journey of LEFT-HANDED Calligrapher | CMP #033FREE RESOURCES PACK - https://www.calligraphymasters.com/resources/Follow on Instagram:Giorgio Gaetani: / bad_calligraphy Milenist: / mileniist Calligraphy Masters - / calligraphymasters CalligraphyMasters Challenges - / callivember NIBS PODCAST: / nibspodca…

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Calligraphy Masters Podcast #034 SHANE HUSS: YOU CAN FEEL THE PASSION, YOU CAN FEEL THE SKILL 1:18:24

1y ago1:18:24

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Calligraphy Masters Podcast #034 SHANE HUSS: YOU CAN FEEL THE PASSION, YOU CAN FEEL THE SKILL FREE RESOURCES PACK - https://www.calligraphymasters.com/resources/Follow on Instagram:Shane Huss: / shanehuss Milenist: / mileniist Calligraphy Masters - / calligraphymasters CalligraphyMasters Challenges - / callivember NIBS PODCAST: / nibspodcast ARKON …

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PRIYANSH: I STARTED CALLIGRAPHY BECAUSE OF THE CALLIGRAPHY MASTERS PODCAST 1:04:37

1y ago1:04:37

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PRIYANSH: I STARTED CALLIGRAPHY BECAUSE OF THE CALLIGRAPHY MASTERS PODCAST FREE RESOURCES PACK - https://www.calligraphymasters.com/resources/Follow on Instagram:PRIYANSH: / calligraphybypriyansh Milenist: / mileniist Calligraphy Masters - / calligraphymasters CalligraphyMasters Challenges - / callivember NIBS PODCAST: / nibspodcast ARKON MOUNTS: h…

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James Martin: I don't believe in following passions | Logo Design, Brand Identity, Marketing, and... 55:48

1y ago55:48

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James Martin: I don't believe in following passions | Logo Design, Brand Identity, Marketing, and... Calligraphy Masters Podcast Non-Calligraphers Episode 2FREE RESOURCES PACK - https://www.calligraphymasters.com/resources/ 00:00 Highlights00:16 Intro01:55 Main Reason to have James Martin on the podcast05:20 The beginning of Logo Design and brand i…

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PARISURTEIL: IN CALLIGRAPHY I KEPT GOING AND I KEPT SHOWING | LEFT-HANDED CALLIGRAPHY CMP #31 57:22

1y ago57:22

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PARISURTEIL: IN CALLIGRAPHY I KEPT GOING AND I KEPT SHOWING | LEFT-HANDED CALLIGRAPHY CMP #31 FREE RESOURCES PACK - https://www.calligraphymasters.com/re...00:00 Intro00:19 Welcome back to another episode01:06 Who is PARISURTEIL?03:39 Being Leftie07:35 Different ways to write as a lefty16:13 Using different pens 25:28 What is Parisurteil?31:58 How …

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Crafting Creativity: Hand Lettering, Gold Leaf Experiments, and the Journey of Rob Draper #30 1:02:08

1y ago1:02:08

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Crafting Creativity: Hand Lettering, Gold Leaf Experiments, and the Journey of Rob Draper | Calligraphy Masters Podcast Episode #29 In this captivating episode of Calligraphy Masters Podcast, we dive into the mesmerizing world of hand lettering artist Rob Draper. Join us as we explore his unique artistic journey, where coffee cups, paper plates, bo…

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From GRAFFITI to Digital Elegance | Exploring Custom Lettering with Snooze One #29 56:31

1y ago56:31

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Join us on the Calligraphy Masters Podcast as we dive into the world of custom lettering and iPad lettering with the incredible Snoozone. With a graffiti background, Snoozone brings a unique artistic perspective to the digital canvas. Discover the evolution of his artistry, insights into the world of lettering, and the tools he uses to create stunn…

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Brody Neuenschwander About Pushing the Boundaries | Calligraphy Masters Podcast #028 1:49:49

2y ago1:49:49

1:49:49

Brody Neuenschwander shares the story of his journey with Calligraphy and talks about different, interesting topics like digital calligraphy, typography, graffiti, modern calligraphy, Chinese and Arabic Calligraphy, and the culture behind it.00:00 Preview00:20 Brody Neunschwander 01:58 Brody's story09:03 First Calligraphy Script that Brody used10:1…

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Joan Quiros Calligraphy & Lettering | Calligraphy Masters Podcast #027 1:24:21

2y ago1:24:21

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Joan Quiros is a teacher of a number of scripts and this is the 2nd time we record this podcast. The first time his episode together with other ones was lost as I've mentioned in this and other podcasts. Follow on Instagram: Joan Quiros - https://www.instagram.com/joanquiros/Milen Nelim - https://www.instagram.com/milennel.im/CM Podcast - https://w…

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Jackson Alves Calligraphy & Lettering | Calligraphy Masters Podcast #026 1:33:18

2y ago1:33:18

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Jackson Alves is one of the founding members of the Calligraphy Masters Crew. He is part of it since the very beginning of 2014 and this is the first time we had the opportunity to talk to each other. Till now it was only DM's and E-mails, but we finally talked about his journey, the people who inspired and shaped him as a calligrapher, NFTs, and m…

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Rachel Yallop & Copperplate Script | Calligraphy Masters Podcast #025 1:04:54

2y ago1:04:54

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Rachel Yallop & Copperplate Script | Calligraphy Masters Podcast #025Follow on Instagram:Rachel Yallop - https://www.instagram.com/rachelyallop/Milen Nelim - https://www.instagram.com/milennel.im/CM Podcast - https://www.instagram.com/calligraphymasterspodcast/Listen to the podcast on:Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3xSbKerSpotify: https://spoti.f…

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Allan Ariail & EZ-A Pens | Calligraphy Masters Podcast #024 1:22:47

2y ago1:22:47

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Allan Ariail and the story behind the EZ-A Pens | Calligraphy Masters Podcast #024Follow on Instagram:Allan Ariail EZ-A Pens - https://ezapens.com/Milen Nelim - https://www.instagram.com/milennel.im/CM Podcast - https://www.instagram.com/calligraphymasterspodcast/Listen to the podcast on:Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3xSbKerSpotify: https://spot…

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Yves Leterme & Gestural Calligraphy | Calligraphy Masters Podcast #023 1:23:09

2y ago1:23:09

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A super interesting episode about the journey, the inspirations, and stories from the last 30 years of being involved with Calligraphy,.Follow on Instagram:Yves Leterme - https://www.instagram.com/yves_leterme/Milen Nelim - https://www.instagram.com/milennel.im/CM Podcast - https://www.instagram.com/calligraphymasterspodcast/Listen to the podcast o…

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Daniel Reeve & Lord Of The Rings | Calligraphy Masters Podcast #022 1:31:30

2y ago1:31:30

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Daniele Reeve is the Calligraphers behind the Calligraphy in the movies Lord of the Rings, The Hobbit, Narnia, and some others. A super interesting episode about the process of working and making calligraphy for a movie of this level. 00:00 Review 00:12 Daniel Reeve Episode #022 00:15 Meeting Denil Reeve 01:51 Daniel Reeve telling his background st…

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John Stevens Calligraphy | Calligraphy Masters Podcast #021 2:01:44

2y ago2:01:44

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John Stevens is the 21st guest on the podcast. This episode was recorded back in 2020, but still, everything said inside is pretty interesting and helpful. 2 hours of John Stevens sharing the story of his journey in Calligraphy. 00:00 Teasers 00:11 Intro 00:14 Prestory 01:00 Meeting John Stevens 06:58 The beginning of John Stevens Journey with Call…

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Thank you for 4 amazing years! 20:44

2y ago20:44

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It’s the end of an era - a podcast party era that is! We’ve had so much fun serving you behind the mic for 4 years, but recently we’ve experienced massive shifts in our lives and businesses that require us to say goodbye to the pod (Listen in to this episode for the deets!). While leaving our microphones behind is incredibly bittersweet, we’re exci…

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The People Behind the Paper - feat. April and Shanna from Tog.Ink 54:25

2+ y ago54:25

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Have you ever wondered what kind of vendors we feature in the A-Z Directory? If so, you’re in for a treat with this episode! Today, we’re getting all of the tea on one of our favorite vendors that has been providing exceptional print services for designers for 70 years. Yep. You read that correctly - 70 years! Listen in as we chat with April and Sh…

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2022 Year in Review 54:01

2+ y ago54:01

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IT’S TIIIIIME! 🎉 Join us today for our 2022 year in review! Last year was full of huge and delightful changes. Precious Mia made her debut a bit early in January and Cami started the new year with a crash course in soaking up baby snuggles while also running a brick-and-mortar. Elisabeth said goodbye to wedding invitations and explored new revenue …

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Throwback Episode: An Intervention! It's Time to Think Outside the Box 43:12

2+ y ago43:12

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Here’s the deal: there’s more to product creation than you probably think there is! That’s why today Cami and Elisabeth are pulling back the curtain and chatting about all of the details that go into developing a stellar original product. Listen in as they talk about how you can leverage the A-Z directory as a starting point to make the product dev…

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Q & Cake #38 - New Year Goals Edition 31:56

2+ y ago31:56

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If you’re anything like us, new years resolutions aren’t your jam because well, there’s nothing more deflating than spending hours mapping out lofty goals, only to drop the ball by January 31st. And while it’s easy to shy away from goal-setting completely to avoid disappointing yourself, that’s not our game plan either. Today, we’re inviting you to…

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Marketing Tactics for a Retail Shop Location 25:16

2+ y ago25:16

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Are you dreaming of opening your own retail shop in 2023? Maybe you love the idea of interacting with customers face-to-face and building real relationships in your community. But still, there’s one thing that’s holding you back - the fear that you’ll pour your heart into opening a shop that ultimately collects dust. But we don’t want fear to keep …

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