Fostering Creation podcast focuses on the arts, of all kinds. Particularly the theatre arts. Join Barbara Foster and Alden Williams as they read plays, interview artists, and embark on a journey to find all the ways to cultivate creation.
Barbara Foster sits down with poet, author, and mother Ariana Stevens. Tune in to hear a rich conversation about creating deep and heartfelt prose, Ariana's process of self-publishing her first book, and what it means to follow your "Personal Legend" as The Alchemist states (otherwise known as your calling).
28 Apr 2023
Conversation Two: Alden Williams and Barbara Foster
Co-hosts Barbara Foster and Alden Williams discuss the rich interview that was had with Weston Williams in the previous episode. They also discuss other forms of artistic endeavors such as directing, the director from the actor's point of view and much more.
7 Apr 2023
Interview Two: Weston Williams
Barbara Foster sits down with Weston Williams to discuss opera, other kinds of music, and how music influences the creative process. Weston shares why he enjoys opera, and discusses why he enjoys performing. In this episode, Barbara and Weston have an organic conversation digging deep into the various facets of the creative process.
31 Mar 2023
Conversation with Alden Williams and Barbara Foster
Join co-hosts Barbara Foster and Alden Williams as they dive deep into the process of creation. Alden takes the lead in this organic conversation and surprises Barbara with an interview. They discuss art, the making of it, and Barbara shares her point of view on the subject of crafting meaningful works in the world of artistry.
4 Mar 2023
Interview One: Alden Williams
Barbara Foster and co-host Alden Williams finally come together in this episode. The duo create their first episode together as well as have their first interview. Alden shares his thoughts and ideas on acting and what draws him to the craft.
16 Feb 2023
Always Freeing Beauty: Part Seven
Barbara Foster reads the final section of her book Always Freeing Beauty. She reads a series of creative stories and poems that she wrote. Many of these stories are about childlikeness and feeling a sense of freedom in yourself.
9 Feb 2023
Always Freeing Beauty: Part Six
After a long break Fostering Creation is back! Barbara Foster reads her book Always Freeing Beauty. She reads a section about friendship and connecting with others.
14 Dec 2022
Always Freeing Beauty: Part Five
The reading of Always Freeing Beauty continues. Barbara Foster reads the last pit of stories from the section Incubator Life: On the Road to Freeing Beauty that is in her book. She shares insights on how to maintain joy and what she found out for herself.
7 Dec 2022
Always Freeing Beauty: Part Four
Barbara Foster continues reading her book Always Freeing Beauty. She shares stories of renewal, growth, and insights of maintaining joy.
1 Dec 2022
Always Freeing Beauty: Part Three
The reading of Always Freeing Beauty continues. Barbara Foster continues to read from her book with the section titled "Incubator Life: On The Road to Freeing Beauty. This is a very personal section and shares several insights that Barbara had about self-growth and adult life. If you like what you hear or are interested in anything else the author is working on head to fosteringcreation.com.
16 Nov 2022
Always Freeing Beauty: Part Two
Barbara Foster continues the reading of her book, Always Freeing Beauty. She reads personal stories from her early school years and time in college. This is one part of this section of the book. Warning: Listen at your own discretion if any of these experiences are triggering or uncomfortable.
9 Nov 2022
Always Freeing Beauty: Part One
The creator of Fostering Creation Podcast, Barbara Foster, reads a section of her book, Always Freeing Beauty. Get to know your host through her open sharing of her book. Barbara reads about her parents, family, and her family dog that impacted her experience.
To purchase your own copy of Always Freeing Beauty or if you are interested in her blog then head to her website: fosteringcreation.com
12 Oct 2022
Fostering Creation Teaser Trailer
Barbara Foster and Alden Williams work together to explore the various ways that creation unfolds. Join them in their creative space on the Fostering Creation Podcast.
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