https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/behind-the-bower--6003144enArtsMedia Squatchhttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/ce88b510490d0b4de6dae9e487004b5c.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/behind-the-bower--6003144Wed, 29 Jul 2026 13:26:26 +0000Media SquatchMedia Squatchinfo@mediasquatch.comThe official podcast from the Bower Center of the Arts.falseepisodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/susan-bradbury--73234109https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73234109Wed, 29 Jul 2026 12:09:34 +0000Media SquatchIn this episode of Behind the Bower, host Ryan interviews Susan, an award-winning fine artist and studio painter at the Bower Center for the Arts in Bedford, Virginia. Susan shares her artistic journey, from childhood influences by her artist mother...1906falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ann-delong--72757982https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72757982Tue, 30 Jun 2026 14:49:00 +0000Media SquatchIn this episode of Behind the Bower, host Ryan speaks with Ann, Vice President of the Bower Center for the Arts Board of Directors. Ann shares her journey from growing up near Boston to settling in Bedford, Virginia, after a distinguished career as a...2340falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/akeylah-simone--72306926https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72306926Tue, 02 Jun 2026 20:54:11 +0000Media SquatchIn this episode of Behind the Bower, host Ryan interviews Virginia-based singer-songwriter Akeylah Simone ahead of her free concert at the Bower Center for the Arts on June 13th. Akeylah shares her lifelong connection to music, rooted in a family of...2051falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/beverly-schideler--72069868https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72069868Tue, 19 May 2026 14:41:12 +0000Media SquatchIn this episode of Behind the Bower, host Ryan welcomes Beverly, a local artist and new instructor at the Bower Center for the Arts in Bedford, Virginia. Beverly shares her artistic journey spanning 45 years, from childhood inspiration by Michelangelo...1784falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/jefferson-forest-high-school--71533164https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71533164Tue, 21 Apr 2026 20:53:48 +0000Media SquatchIn this episode of Behind the Bower, host Ryan speaks with Jefferson Forest High School art teacher Jennifer Tomkins and student artists Mayah and Sam about the Bedford County Public School High School Art Show. Mayah shares how anime inspired her...2180falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/programs-and-community-relations-manager-anna-m-filiaggi--71159891https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71159891Tue, 07 Apr 2026 14:34:59 +0000Media SquatchIn this episode of Behind the Bower, host Ryan sits down with Anna, the Bower Center’s new Programs and Community Relations Manager. She talks about her background as a fine arts graduate, with a focus on painting, drawing, papermaking, and stained...1395falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/chris-magee--70852405https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70852405Tue, 24 Mar 2026 14:34:19 +0000Media SquatchIn this episode of Behind the Bower, host Ryan interviews Chris, music director of the Big Band of the Blue Ridge. Chris shares his musical journey, the band’s evolution, and its connection to the Bower Center For The Arts. They discuss the band’s...1619falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/linda-hollett-bazouzi--70687435https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70687435Tue, 17 Mar 2026 13:48:50 +0000Media SquatchIn this episode of Behind the Bower, host Ryan honors the late Sarah, the Bower Center’s founding executive director. He welcomes Linda, an accomplished artist and judge for the 12th Annual Currie Bower Exhibition, to discuss her artistic journey,...2334falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/staunton-river-high-school--70256876https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70256876Tue, 24 Feb 2026 21:38:14 +0000Media SquatchIn this episode of Behind the Bower, host Lauren speaks with Staunton River High School senior Isabel and art teachers Emily and Bobby about the transformative role of art in education. They discuss how art fosters self-expression, resilience, and...1330falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/paddy-dougherty--69953016https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69953016Tue, 10 Feb 2026 15:42:23 +0000Media SquatchIn this episode of Behind the Bower, host Lauren Hood interviews Patty Daughtry, a beloved local singer-songwriter and storyteller. Patty shares her musical journey, from growing up in a musical family to her deep ties with the Bower Center for the...2203falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/2026-overview--69421688https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69421688Tue, 13 Jan 2026 15:43:31 +0000Media SquatchIn this special 20th anniversary episode, the Bower Center for the Arts in Bedford, Virginia, highlights its rich history, mission, and vibrant programming. Executive Director Ryan Steffen, joined by Susan Martin and Lauren Hood, discusses the...2056falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/olivia-and-eric-fletcher--69079744https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69079744Tue, 16 Dec 2025 15:50:45 +0000Media SquatchIn this episode of Behind the Bower, host Ryan Executive Director of the Bower Center for the Arts sits down with Olivia and Eric, a husband-and-wife duo devoted to arts education. Olivia reflects on her path from hobby ceramicist to instructor, now...2671falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/wynn-creasy-and-c-w-markham-iii-christmas-cabaret-with-a-twist--68833279https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68833279Tue, 02 Dec 2025 15:47:00 +0000Media SquatchIn this episode of Behind the Bower, host Ryan interviews Bedford natives Win Creasey and C.W. Markham III, stars of the sold-out "Christmas Cabaret with a Twist." They discuss their musical backgrounds, the collaborative process behind their cabaret...2005falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/jay-white--68619814https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68619814Tue, 18 Nov 2025 15:32:45 +0000Media SquatchIn this episode of Behind the Bower, host Ryan sits down with Jay, Executive Director of the Bedford Area Educational Foundation. Jay reflects on his journey back to Bedford County and explains the foundation’s mission to strengthen local public...1815falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/new-standard-bluegrass--68523287https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68523287Tue, 11 Nov 2025 15:44:54 +0000Media SquatchIn this episode of Behind the Bower, host Lauren Hood sits down with Spencer Blankenship and Stuart Scales of New Standard Bluegrass. They talk about their personal journeys into music, the artists who shaped their sound, and how their band came to be...1857falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/desiree-baughman-lisa-butler-and-madeline-bedrosian-with-little-town-players--68415867https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68415867Tue, 04 Nov 2025 15:53:33 +0000Media SquatchIn this episode of Behind the Bower, host Ryan sits down with Desiree, Lisa, and Madeleine from Little Town Players to discuss their upcoming production of The Diary of Anne Frank. The conversation delves into the casting process, the emotional depth...2526falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bedford-county-high-school-art-show--68317462https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68317462Tue, 28 Oct 2025 20:08:18 +0000Media SquatchIn this episode of Behind the Bower, host Lauren Hood sits down with Liberty High School art teacher Miss Friedewald and her students, Gwen and Ava. Together, they explore how art nurtures creativity, empathy, and community, sharing personal insights...1939falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/veronica-jackson--68227958https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68227958Tue, 21 Oct 2025 14:48:39 +0000Media SquatchIn this episode of Behind the Bower, host Ryan sits down with multidisciplinary artist Veronica Jackson juror and judge for the Bower Center’s 13th Annual National Juried Exhibition. Veronica discusses her artistic journey, her approach to curating...1786falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mackenzie-caun-and-chandler-hood-from-sentry-equipment-erectors-inc--68132782https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68132782Tue, 14 Oct 2025 14:25:36 +0000Media SquatchIn this episode of Behind the Bower, Lauren Hood sits down with Mackenzie Caun and Chandler Hood from Sentry Equipment, the title sponsor of the “Art of Pairing: Martini and Moonshine” fundraiser. They talk about Sentry’s role as a local manufacturer,...1324falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/james-lasley-and-bryan-wolk-from-sentry-equipment-erectors-inc--68047677https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68047677Tue, 07 Oct 2025 14:31:32 +0000Media SquatchIn this episode of Behind the Bower, host Lauren sits down with James and Bryan, directors at Sentry Equipment & Erectors, Inc. in Forest, Virginia. They discuss their career journeys, Sentry’s cutting-edge conveyor and packaging systems, and the...1304falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/nicole-johnson-director-of-tourism-for-bedford-county--67952593https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67952593Tue, 30 Sep 2025 14:46:03 +0000Media SquatchIn this episode of Behind the Bower, host Susan Martin talks with Nicole Johnson, Bedford County’s Director of Tourism, about the role arts and culture play in building community spirit and drawing visitors. They discuss the impact of events like the...1977falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hedron-mccormick-and-lori-stetson--67855305https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67855305Mon, 22 Sep 2025 20:08:15 +0000Media SquatchIn this episode of Behind the Bower, host Ryan sits down with Bedford native and writer Hedron McCormick, along with resident artist Lori Stetson of the Bower Center. The conversation touches on Hedron’s return to Bedford, her short story Look for...1679falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/zach-mcdonald-with-the-lenny-marcus-trio--67779666https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67779666Tue, 16 Sep 2025 14:39:45 +0000Media SquatchIn this episode of Behind the Bower, host Lauren Hood sits down with Zach McDonald, bassist for the Lenny Marcus Trio. Zach reflects on his musical journey, from early band days to becoming a jazz performer, highlighting the impact of his mentors, the...1951falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/emilie-temeles--67690469https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67690469Tue, 09 Sep 2025 14:38:33 +0000Media SquatchIn this episode of Behind the Bower, host Ryan sits down with Emilie Temeles, a passionate teacher, volunteer, and board member at the Bower Center for the Arts. Emily shares her path from the classroom to arts advocacy, reflecting on the center’s...1970falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/elaine-fleck--67595661https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67595661Tue, 02 Sep 2025 14:37:54 +0000Media SquatchIn this episode of "Behind the Bower," host Ryan interviews artist Elaine Flack about her solo exhibition, "Fragmentary Forms," at the Bower Center for the Arts. Elaine discusses her creative process, blending fabric and paint, and how her travels and...1525art,arts,center,localfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/avni-patel--67438049https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67438049Tue, 19 Aug 2025 14:28:25 +0000Media SquatchIn this episode of Behind the Bower, host Lauren sits down with jewelry artist Avni Patel to discuss her journey from India to the United States, her background in sculpture, and the ways her cultural heritage informs her intricate metalwork. Avni...1297falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/olivia-fletcher--67344429https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67344429Tue, 12 Aug 2025 14:32:32 +0000Media SquatchIn this episode of Behind the Bower, host Lauren sits down with Olivia Fletcher, a hobby ceramicist and instructor at the Bower Center. 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Together, they explore their artistic journeys, reflect on the...1914falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lynchburg-salsa--66986050https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66986050Tue, 15 Jul 2025 14:50:22 +0000Media SquatchIn this episode of Behind the Bower, host Lauren Hood sits down with Jeanette from Lynchburg Salsa to explore the group's beginnings, its impact on the local community, and the inclusive nature of salsa dancing. Jeanette opens up about her own journey...928falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/katie-viemeister-and-andrea-wild--66897862https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66897862Tue, 08 Jul 2025 14:34:00 +0000Media SquatchIn this episode of Behind the Bower, host Susan Martin spotlights the Bower Center’s Suzie Viemeister Emerging Artist Residency Program. Katie shares how her mother’s passion for the arts inspired the residency, funded through an auction of Suzie’s...1513falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sarah-p-bolduc--66821718https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66821718Tue, 01 Jul 2025 14:36:43 +0000Media SquatchIn this episode of Behind the Bower, host Ryan Steffen sits down with artist and curator Sarah Bolduc, juror for the fourth biennial national juried fiber arts exhibition at the Bower Center for the Arts. Together, they explore Sarah’s journey as an...1971falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/susan-martin-desmond-black-and-john-boggess--66726332https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66726332Tue, 24 Jun 2025 14:42:54 +0000Media SquatchIn this episode of Behind the Bower, host Ryan is joined by Susan, Des, and John for a conversation about the development of the new outdoor learning center and community gathering space at the Bower Center for the Arts in Bedford. Together, they...2053falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ellen-lindner-quilting--66591753https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66591753Tue, 17 Jun 2025 14:47:53 +0000Media SquatchIn this episode of Behind the Bower, host Lauren Hood sits down with Ellen, also known as the Adventure Quilter. Ellen recounts her transformation from flight instructor to nationally acclaimed fiber artist, offering insights into her creative...1628falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/virginia-hollow--66494265














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]]>1666falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/cassandra-baldwin-bedford-library--66382400https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66382400Tue, 03 Jun 2025 14:43:24 +0000Media SquatchIn this episode of Behind the Bower, host Ryan Steffen sits down with Cassandra Baldwin, Youth Services Coordinator at the Bedford Central Library. They explore the library’s wide array of programs, with a special focus on the summer reading...1826falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/thomas-kilian-and-kiera-rogerson--66294099https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66294099Tue, 27 May 2025 15:00:00 +0000Media SquatchIn this episode of the podcast, the Bower Center for the Arts spotlights its upcoming events and educational offerings. Executive Director Susan Martin introduces teaching artists Thomas Kilian and Kiera Rogerson. Thomas reflects on his 22-year...1637falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/liz-chidester-and-nilko-andreas--66072158https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66072158Tue, 13 May 2025 14:44:35 +0000Media SquatchIn this episode of Behind the Bower, host Lauren Hood chats with Liz Chidester and Nilko Andreas, the talented duo behind the NYC-based Latin Americana group. Liz opens up about her early music days in Virginia, while Nilko shares how classical...1948falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kaye-lipscomb--65940893https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65940893Tue, 06 May 2025 14:47:01 +0000Media SquatchIn this episode of Behind the Bower, host Ryan Steffen chats with local artist Kaye Lipscomb about her upcoming solo show, Inside Out, at the Bower Center for the Arts. Kaye opens up about her journey as an artist, how she creates her work, and the...1906falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/dawn-edwards-felt-artist--65665123https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65665123Tue, 22 Apr 2025 14:29:48 +0000Media SquatchIn this episode of Behind the Bower, host Lauren Hood chats with Dawn Edwards—an incredible fiber artist and feltmaking. Dawn talks about how her creative journey kicked off with a simple needle felting class and how her background in stained glass...1484falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/cloverlea-foundation--65581543https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65581543Tue, 15 Apr 2025 14:34:32 +0000Media SquatchIn this episode of Behind the Bower, host Susan Martin—Executive Director of the Bower Center for the Arts—chats with Trish Cerulli, the founder of the Cloverlea Foundation. Trish shares a bit about her background and the foundation’s mission to...1302falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/belle-thomas-professional-fiber-artist--65442467https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65442467Tue, 08 Apr 2025 14:34:39 +0000Media SquatchIn this episode of Behind the Bower, host Lauren Hood chats with Belle Thomas, a super talented self-taught fiber artist who’s all about needle felting. Belle talks about how she made the jump from painting to fiber art, and shares what drives her...1905falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/updates-and-more--65287854https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65287854Thu, 03 Apr 2025 12:00:08 +0000Media SquatchIn this episode of Behind the Bower, the host Susan converses with Lauren Hood, the program coordinator at Bower Center for the Arts, about the upcoming youth summer art camps. The camps, designed for children aged 6 to 17, feature diverse themes like...1381falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-national-d-day-memorial--65287486https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65287486Tue, 01 Apr 2025 14:36:00 +0000Media SquatchIn this episode of "Behind the Bower," host Ryan Stephan, communications coordinator for the Bower Center for the Arts, converses with John Long, director of education at the National D-Day Memorial. They discuss the memorial's significance, the...2059falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/youth-art-jefferson-forest-high-school--65111874https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65111874Tue, 25 Mar 2025 19:39:39 +0000Media SquatchIn this episode of Behind The Bower, Lauren Hood, program coordinator at the Bower Center for the Arts, welcomes students from Jefferson Forest High School along with their art teachers. Featured students Mjrn and Emily share their creative journeys...965falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/linda-atkinson--64811929https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64811929Tue, 11 Mar 2025 14:32:39 +0000Media SquatchIn this episode of Behind the Bower, we’re diving into the Curry Bower Exhibition, a celebration of community creativity. Esteemed artist and sculptor Linda Atkinson, this year’s judge for the 11th annual exhibition, shares her artistic journey,...1561falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/peggy-markham--64693592https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64693592Tue, 04 Mar 2025 15:32:42 +0000Media SquatchIn this episode of the Behind the Bower podcast, host Susan Martin, executive director of the Bower Center for the Arts, sits down with studio artist and instructor Peggy Markham for a fun and inspiring chat. Peggy talks about her journey as an...1881falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/opera-on-the-james--64565152https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64565152Tue, 25 Feb 2025 15:47:14 +0000Media SquatchIn this episode of Behind the Bower, host Susan Martin from the Bower Center for the Arts chats with Peter Leonard, Artistic Director of Opera on the James. As they celebrate the opera company’s 20th season, they dive into upcoming performances,...1721falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/paddy-dougherty--64435449https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64435449Tue, 18 Feb 2025 15:43:11 +0000Media SquatchIn this episode of Behind the Bower, Lauren Hood, the program coordinator at the Bower Center for the Arts, sits down with artist Paddy Daugherty for a fun and insightful chat. Paddy shares her journey through music, theater, writing, and coaching,...1977falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/updates-2-4-25--64189511https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64189511Tue, 04 Feb 2025 16:13:01 +0000Media SquatchIn this episode of Behind the Bower, host Susan and communications coordinator Ryan Steffen chat about all the exciting things coming up at the Bower Center for the Arts in 2025! They dive into key programs like the Susie V. Meister Emerging Artist...1904falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lauren-gaunt-beginner-landscaping--63963303https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63963303Tue, 28 Jan 2025 15:13:16 +0000Media SquatchIn this episode of the Behind the Bower podcast, host Lauren Hood welcomes artist and instructor Lauren Gaunt. Gaunt shares her artistic journey, from her early passion for art in Michigan to her education at Kalamazoo College. 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They discuss the profound impact of art on the students' lives, both in and out of the classroom....1057falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bower-updates--62463648https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62463648Tue, 22 Oct 2024 14:51:29 +0000Media SquatchIn this episode of Behind the Bower, Susan Martin, Executive Director of the Bower Center for the Arts, and Lauren Hood, Program Coordinator, discuss the center's mission to celebrate human experiences through arts and culture. They highlight the...1757falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/david-starr--62373952https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62373952Tue, 15 Oct 2024 14:34:54 +0000Media SquatchIn this episode of "Behind the Bower," host Susan Martin from the Bower Center for the Arts interviews Americana folk and blues singer-songwriter David Starr. 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