Michael Donovan's Walking Home

(Photographer, Burner) The last episode from the LA experiment - I sit down with Photographer Jeff Elstone to talk about his family, friendship, emotional affairs, growing pains, and burning man. Jeff's Instagram JeffElstone.com Remember to rate and review the podcast on iTunes (5 stars!)  Visit my site for links to social: StudioDonovan.com and be sure to follow on Instagram

(Consciousness Explorer, Meditator) A few months ago I was asked to join Mindpod Network (MPN). A few months later I was fired from the network. Noah, co founder of MPN, comes on to explain how and why they made the decision to let me go. After we dig in to questions of reality in a VR world, spiritual materialism, pop culture, animal vs human consciousness, unconsciousness, and more.  Remember to Subscribe to the show HERE. And listen to Noah's Synchronicity on MindPodNetwork SYNCHRONICITY WITH NOAH LAMPERT

(Meditator, Psychonaut, Transhumanist) Today's guest is Zach Leary! We briefly discuss life growing up with a father, Tim Leary, who was known for opening an alternative way of living in the world. We dig in deeper to discuss futurism, spirituality, social activism, ethics of living in modern times, consciousness and so much more. We address the elephant in the room: the shit has hit the fan and there is no turning back, and what can we do about it now? Remember to subscribe, rate and review the show! Consume Responsibility!  Check out Zach's podcast IT'S ALL HAPPENING

(Model Agent) Meg Day the FreeBird joins the podcast! The Womens Board Director at Vision Models, she sits down to talk about the importance of social media, model development, changes in the industry and much more.  Follow Meg on Instagram!

(Model, Traveller, Journalist) An LA native, a student, a model, a photographer and an artist. And now Paulina can add "North Korean Spy" to her resume. Well, not really. Although she did end up visiting North Korea during her latest trip to Asia. Today she shares her experience and her explorative curiosity while in the DPK, as well as her perspectives since being in Asia.  Follow Paulina on Instagram

(Sci-Fi Director, Commercial Director, CGI animator) Arvind directs and produces the most amazing CG commercials and videos with his NY based company, 1st Ave Machine. In addition to this he is working on a book, a movie and helping YouTube stars develop shows. I visit Arvind at his LA home to catch up and talk about the inner and outer worlds. This is a recording of our conversation covering social media, science fiction, politics, hustle, art and more. Record September 20th, 2015 in Los Angelas, CA Check out 1st Ave MachineBookmark this link and shop at Amazon

(Makeup Artist) Allie Smith is an amazing makeup artist based in LES. We take a break during fashion week to talk about moral flexibility, gender equality, trends in images and being open to real talk. The conversation takes a turn and we spend time investigating Bi-Polarity - Allie opens up while I learn more about the life of someone with bipolar disorder.  Remember to rate and review the show... and bookmark the AMAZON portal! 

(Musician) Petite Meller is an amazing musician who is bringing her imagination to life in the form of her own little empire. We both found ourselves back in NYC for fashion week and decided to catch up at her midtown hotel to discuss consciousness, philosophy, spirituality, dreams, art, imagination and so much more. NOTE: A small sample of Petite's songs are used as reference including Backpack, Baby Love, and NYC Time. Support the art and buy your copy of her music today.  Petite Meller Official Site Remember to bookmark the Amazon link to support the podcast. Rate, review and subscribe on iTunes. 

(Comedian, Podcaster, Buddhist) Duncan swings by the pool and returns to the show to remind us all that we're living in the schizophrenic apocolypse full of villains. Get yourself a hobby and enjoy the show! DuncanTrussell.comDuncan Trussell Family Hour Visit StudioDonovan.com to watch videos, look at photos and buy art, posters, and books. Use Promo code: PODCAST on checkout of Fine Art prints to receive free shipping. Remember to join ZIPCAR and bookmark the AMAZON PORTAL to support the show!

(Model, Buddhist) Cora the Inner Space Explora' returns to the show for her second appearance. In today's episode, we begin to dig in to sex, jealousy, appearance, sensitivity, animals, and more. We also solve the greatest mystery: what's going on with the Four Non Blondes?!

(Music Manager) The final interview from NYC! Today I converse with Danny Goldberg. Danny has worked with some of the biggest music acts who have drastically changed culture through their art including Led Zeppelin, Stevie Nicks, Nirvana, Peaches and others. We discuss the material stuff: art, working with artists, business... as well as a deeper conversation about spirituality and the power of prayer.  Danny's podcast on MPN

I'm in LA! Just a quick summary of y last month in NYC, what's happened since moving, and some musings on taking leaps. A new interview/conversation will be coming out shortly. 

(Indie Director) As development tears through Manhattan, Clayton Dean Smith saw his LES neighborhood begin to gentrify from urban development and started to play with ideas. As an active community member and an artist, he decided to create a short film to address the human aspects of the swift changes. His film, Off Track Betty, is destined to be a historical film that marks the transition marking an end of an era in New York while bringing an artistic expression to the ongoing discussion as we globally move from analog to digital communities. I join in at his home in the Lower East Side to discuss:  • Whole Foods: your neighborhood scam    • Birthing “Off Track Betty”  • NYC: a cautionary tale for other world cities  • We are the gentrifiers  • Adapt with the change or get rolled  • Witnessing NYC DIY cinema history develop in your hands  • Ways to advocate while living inches from colossal mistakes   • The Rat Race vs The Alien Race  • Chasing Manhattan  • Enjoying the NYC analog culture that still exists

(Musician) Aimee skillfully balances the dark and the light together. Contrary to the heavier undertones in her music, she carries a free spirit and vivacious personality. One of my most favorite musicians I’ve ever worked with or met, today Aimee joins the show to play. Today we chat about: Aliens Our anti-social thoughts and capabilities Source for inspiration  The creative process Working beyond the genre Experimenting with relationships The NY Experience Change the question for the Muse The constitution of ants The clorox cometh Donald Trump on shrooms AimeDebeer.com Aimee on Instagram Aimee on iTunes

(Model, Writer, Activist) Working against the stereotypes and institutionalied solitude, Caleigh started an orgination that would bring together and organize educated, inspired, and active models who are working toward their futures outside of modeling. Today we talk about life, art, and her orgnization, Models with Minds. Some subjects we touch on:  - Born in to a body   - "Naked in the World at 16"  - Rape education  - The future of men, women, and equality   - Models with Minds   - No one prepares you for what's not possible   - Realizing nothing lasts forever and growing to follow your bliss   - Talking about sexy  - Finding models to feature  - Kill the mood board   - Launching Models w/ Minds  - Connecting with your community  - Gettng our highs and lows from art in a post-equal world   http://modelswminds.com Models w/ Minds on InstagramCaleigh on Instagram   StudioDonovan.com  

(Model, Activist) Quite simply, beauty has a purpose beyond the pixels. Modeling’s reputation for drugs, eating disorders, and cattiness has pervaded the social imagination for decades however now, in 2015, we have a group of models working promote inner and outer health. Amongst the catalysts for this model movement is Emily Van Raay. Emily started “Models for Wellness” to assist new and working models achieve health and stability throughout their careers and beyond. Emily joins me at the park to discuss a range of topics:  Explaining “Models for Wellness” and the option toward real health Growing up in the changing fashion industry  Realize you can create anything you want and you have a choice Inspired by the uninspired  Inner and outer beauty “Why me?” Plus Size, Straight Size, and every other size  Organizing change from within to be free Regardless of Biology or Media training, inner health is critical Manifesting beauty beyond the pixels Making things right when you’ve participated in something Mod

(Photographer) It's easy to get caught up with the politics of our industries and local culture when you're working under pressure. As creatives, sometimes we need to have heart to hearts with ourselves and our community to get unstuck and bring our work forward, talking about the taboo things that have plagued our minds. Today I sit down with Josh Wool at his place in Greenpoint, Brooklyn. Josh is a portrait photographer focused on tintype shooting both "regular people" and models. Today we gab about  Looking at life outside the rat race Working with antiquated materials in a digital world Feeding stereotypes and breaking free of uncreative cliche’s Stop lying to your audience and yourself with your image Grow your work through sharing your secrets The need for quality artists with their own voice Connecting with your subjects and cutting out distractions The aesthetics of aging Working beyond fear by working with people who connect Aging Advice for commercial clients working with the connection-

(Editor and Stylist) AnneStine B. is a true multidimesional creative being. After leaving Norway for Copenhagen where she competed in the barista world championships, she eventually found herself in NYC. She now finds herself balancing life as a stylist, creative director, foodie, editor and publisher of Brutal Magazine. We catch up in the East Village's 6BC botanical Garden. Discussion includes:  Defining brutal and weird The transitions of emotions when things end Creative collaborations to raise funds to support your work Making it as an artist in NYC The frustrations and potential with the modern commercial art market  The art world’s jello cake mix of talent and money Putting value toward work that connects with people Beyond boring corporate mediocrity with authentic hooks Building collectives and networks filled with authentic people for scale Making death exciting The view of life through the eyes of an international barista foodie The beauty of nerds The life and flow of the freelancer

(Buddhist and Meditation Teacher) One of my favorite contemporary teachers of the dharma, Ethan is a senior teacher at Shambhala, founder of the Interdependence Project, and author of several books (One City, and Your Emoticons Won't Save You). His most recent book, The Road Home, just came out. We sat down at the Shambhala Center on 22nd & 7th to discuss the state of Buddhism within the practical world of today. Today's discussion includes: Shambhala, today, explained Cleaning up your act Looking at how we could use our spiritual practice in our lives Spritual Materialism  Consciousness is your home Being vulnerable Skillfully working with your mess A short discussion about interdependence Scientific Materialism, Consciousness and Buddhism Religion without blind faith  Keeping it real with new voices in Buddhism Self promoting authentically by cultivating your attention  Visit Ethan at his site, Ethan Nichtern.com. Purchase his book on Amazon.  Visit my friends at MindPodNetwork for more po

(Musician, Producer) I first met Dan Nakamura, AKA Dan the Automator, when I shot his album and press kit for his band, Got a Girl," with our mutual friend Mary. Dan has been a hip hop producer who's work has been heard for the past 30 years in a variety of genre's of music. Though his work he has collaborated with the greatest musicians and gathered insight and wisdom about creativity, art and music. Today I sit down with him in the East Village to talk about art.  Some topics we go over: Adding distraction to remove the pressure  Validation through Commercializations contrasted to Validation through art  Make the art you want to make  Likeminded people find eachother to make awe Doing what makes you happy without compromise  Creating your own world with a do or die attitude  Working with odd, different people, who drum to their own beat that are in the world in spite of the world  Using your humor for difficult subjects The joy of the ups and downs The future of music Bulk Records Dan on Twitter Dan on