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Makerspaces are unique to their community, grow based on the demands of their audiences, and are always evolving to support the cross section of innovation, education and development. In this series we engage Makers from all areas of the maker movement to share how successful makerspaces' have forged their story. Description: EPIC is an impressive 15,000-square-foot, multi-million dollar engineering, and manufacturing facility located in the heart of BU’s Charles River Campus. Some of their main goals are to prepare student to work and design for the industries of the future, to enable students to apply theory to real-word problems, provide a welcoming environment to foster innovation in interdisciplinary teams, among others. Tasker is the laboratory manager for EPIC. Tasker earned his BA from Bates College in studio and performing arts, followed by an Associate of Applied Science degree from Dunwoody College of Technology with a concentration in Machine Tool Technology. A love of design, fabrication and technology led to positions in a variety of industries – including special effects for television, toy design, 3D printing and product design. After serving as the Mechanical Prototyping Lead at Continuum, a global innovation and design consultancy (www.continuuminnovation.com), he turned to the field of education – where he served as a Technical Instructor at MIT for several years, mentoring students in the practical application of new technology and the process of iterative prototype development. He lives in Natick Massachusetts with his wife, two boys, two cats, and a dusty barn full of pinball machines. Host: Jerry Johnson Producer: Jerry Johnson Editor: Jerry Johnson Executive Producers: Alondra Lopez, Jake Jacobson, Judy Hunter Music: Lofi Chill by FASSounds on Pixabay https://pixabay.com/music/beats-lofi-chill-140858/

Ignite, is a series from the UNTMindSpark Podcast team focused on enlightening the audience with information from pre-career, mid-career, and post-career industry specialists to get a well-rounded idea of how to be success in a given industry. We will explore how to pull together education and experience to be well prepared for a career in the field. Description: Hello and welcome back to Ignite! Today's host Jerry will be telling you all about his expertise in Audio production. This will give you almost all the info you would need to get started in this field. Please enjoy! Host - Jerry Johnson Producer - Jerry Johnson Editor - Jerry Johnson Executive Producers: Alondra Lopez, Jake Jacobson, Judy Hunter, Steven Sparkman Music: Embrace by ItsWatR On PixaBay https://pixabay.com/music/future-bass-embrace-12278/

In this series we engage Makers from all areas of the maker movement to share how successful makerspaces' have forged their story. Makerspaces are unique to their community, and grow based on those who use them. The Workbench is a community space in Denton, Texas. At Workbench, you will find a friendly, approachable, community-based, and socially conscious space. They teach traditional workshops as well as provide one-on-one sessions. They offer gallery and retail space by invite and application. They are members of the Denton Chamber of Commerce, local art collectives, UNT faculty and staff, and Denton Main Street Association. Guest: Caron Dessoye is currently a Denton-based artist. In 2017, Caron moved here from the Philadelphia suburbs to achieve her dream of an MFA in Metalsmithing and Jewelry from the University of North Texas. After completing her MFA in 2020, Caron was an adjunct professor in UNT's Metalsmithing and Jewelry Program in addition to continuing her own art practice. In July 2021, she rented an unassuming space at 813 North Locust Street in Denton. One of the first tasks was to hire a mural artist to take her space from unassuming to incredible! And that is just the outside. Currently, the community can take courses, rent studio time, and sell their work in their quirky retail area. Workbench continues to evolve as it works to meet the community's needs. The goal is always to make art accessible and welcoming. It is an incubator for ideas, people, and community development. In a city where art has a strong representation, especially being the home to two Universities with strong art programs, Workbench compliments and engages people in an approachable and friendly way. Host: Jerry Johnson, Liberty Walker Sound Production: Jerry Johnson Producer: Judy Hunter, Jake Jacobson, Alondra Lopez Music: A jazz piano by Music for Videos on PixaBay Pixabay - A Jazz Piano | Royalty Free Music

Podcast Description: Hello listeners and viewers. Welcome to a new episode of the Mind Spark podcast. Today we feature a new episode in our series called Maker Life Stories. In this series we talk to experts in their field to find out about all the nuance in creative work that happens around us every day.  Join us today as we talk to Alex Heder, a professor in the UNT Theatre costuming department. Guests: Alex HederProducer: Steven SparkmanExecutive producers: Judy Hunter, Jake Jacobson,Alondra Lopez, Steven Sparkman, and Joe JordanMusic Attributes:Intro Music:Epic Warm Chords.mp3 by tkky -- https://freesound.org/s/621798/ --License: Attribution 4.0[Elektrosluch] CRT TV Powering Up.WAV by gear_clinkz -- https://freesound.org/s/394529/ --License: Attribution 4.0Whooosh.wav by tarane468 -- https://freesound.org/s/571584/ --License: Attribution 4.0Outro music:Music by Steven Sparkman The spark teamVideographer: Anthony GrosseProducer: Steven SparkmanExecutive producers: Judy Hunter, Jake Jacobson,Alondra Lopez, Steven Sparkman, and Joe JordanMusic Attributes:Intro Music:Epic Warm Chords.mp3 by tkky -- https://freesound.org/s/621798/ --License: Attribution 4.0[Elektrosluch] CRT TV Powering Up.WAV by gear_clinkz -- https://freesound.org/s/394529/ --License: Attribution 4.0Whooosh.wav by tarane468 -- https://freesound.org/s/571584/ --License: Attribution 4.0Outro music:Music by Steven Sparkman

Podcast Description: Hello listeners and viewers, welcome to a new episode of the Mind Spark podcast. Today we feature a new episode in our series called Ignite. In this series, we take a deeper dive into the skills and techniques used when creating projects at the makerspace. Our focus for this semester will be on textiles. Join us, boost your skills and knowledge in creating your own tote bag! If you'd like to follow along in making your own tote bag. We have included the pattern we are using in the description below.https://www.handmadiya.com/2019/10/farmers-market-tote-bag-tutorial.htmlThis website also has many other beginner projects that you can use! Guests: Andrea WaltonProducer: Steven SparkmanExecutive producers: Judy Hunter, Jake Jacobson,Alondra Lopez, Steven Sparkman, and Joe JordanMusic Attributes:Intro Music:Epic Warm Chords.mp3 by tkky -- https://freesound.org/s/621798/ --License: Attribution 4.0[Elektrosluch] CRT TV Powering Up.WAV by gear_clinkz -- https://freesound.org/s/394529/ --License: Attribution 4.0Whooosh.wav by tarane468 -- https://freesound.org/s/571584/ --License: Attribution 4.0Outro music:Music by Steven Sparkman The spark teamVideographer: Anthony GrosseProducer: Steven SparkmanExecutive producers: Judy Hunter, Jake Jacobson,Alondra Lopez, Steven Sparkman, and Joe JordanMusic Attributes:Intro Music:Epic Warm Chords.mp3 by tkky -- https://freesound.org/s/621798/ --License: Attribution 4.0[Elektrosluch] CRT TV Powering Up.WAV by gear_clinkz -- https://freesound.org/s/394529/ --License: Attribution 4.0Whooosh.wav by tarane468 -- https://freesound.org/s/571584/ --License: Attribution 4.0Outro music:Music by Steven Sparkman 

Welcome to another episode of what's your Spark? Today we are talking to Emma, a graphics designer and print maker. This is Emma's last semester with us at the spark. We have interviewed Emma before two years ago around this time. Tune in to hear from Emma about what has changed in those two years. Guests: Emma Ortiz RojasProducer: Steven SparkmanExecutive producers: Judy Hunter, Jake Jacobson, Alondra Lopez, Steven Sparkman, and Joe JordanMusic Attributes:Intro Music:Epic Warm Chords.mp3 by tkky -- https://freesound.org/s/621798/ -- License: Attribution 4.0[Elektrosluch] CRT TV Powering Up.WAV by gear_clinkz -- https://freesound.org/s/394529/ -- License: Attribution 4.0Whooosh.wav by tarane468 -- https://freesound.org/s/571584/ -- License: Attribution 4.0Outro music:Music by Steven Sparkman The spark teamVideographer: Anthony GrosseProducer: Steven SparkmanExecutive producers: Judy Hunter, Jake Jacobson, Alondra Lopez, Steven Sparkman, and Joe JordanMusic Attributes:Intro Music:Epic Warm Chords.mp3 by tkky -- https://freesound.org/s/621798/ -- License: Attribution 4.0[Elektrosluch] CRT TV Powering Up.WAV by gear_clinkz -- https://freesound.org/s/394529/ -- License: Attribution 4.0Whooosh.wav by tarane468 -- https://freesound.org/s/571584/ -- License: Attribution 4.0Outro music:Music by Steven Sparkman

Welcome to a new episode of the mind. Spark podcast now featuring video! This episode of ignite is special. Featuring behind scenes coverage of our end of semester project. The spark 2025 fashion show! Hear from our makers about their pieces that they have made and their journey in creating them. Guests: The spark team Videographer: Anthony Grosse Producer: Steven Sparkman Executive producers: Judy Hunter, Jake Jacobson, Alondra Lopez, Steven Sparkman, and Joe Jordan Music Attributes:Intro Music:Epic Warm Chords.mp3 by tkky -- https://freesound.org/s/621798/ -- License: Attribution 4.0[Elektrosluch] CRT TV Powering Up.WAV by gear_clinkz -- https://freesound.org/s/394529/ -- License: Attribution 4.0Whooosh.wav by tarane468 -- https://freesound.org/s/571584/ -- License: Attribution 4.0Outro music:Music by Steven Sparkman

In this episode of Maker Life Stories we talk to Will Harlan from APL Innovate. We talk about the history of the APL Innovate Digital Makerspace, the challenges of running a digital makerspace, and exciting special projects geared towards those with low visibility. Guest: Will Harlan Editor: Anthony Grosse Producer: Dax Laber Executive producers: Judy Hunter, Jake Jacobson, Alondra Lopez, Steven Sparkman, Joe Jordan Music: Relax Synth by gabrieleromanoy on Pixabay https://pixabay.com/music/beats-relax-synth-275097/

Welcome to another episode of What’s your Spark? In this episode, we interviewed one of our newest hires, Kelsey. Join us in hearing about Kelsey’s experience in making and her passions in film and game development. As well as our usual line of funny questions that help us get to know our new team members. Host: Steven SparkmanGuest: Kelsey MwenebatuProducer: Steven SparkmanExecutive producers: Judy Hunter, Jake Jacobson, Alondra Lopez, Steven Sparkman, and Joe JordanMusic Attributes:Intro Music:Epic Warm Chords.mp3 by tkky -- https://freesound.org/s/621798/ -- License: Attribution 4.0[Elektrosluch] CRT TV Powering Up.WAV by gear_clinkz -- https://freesound.org/s/394529/ -- License: Attribution 4.0Whooosh.wav by tarane468 -- https://freesound.org/s/571584/ -- License: Attribution 4.0Outro music:Music by Steven Sparkman

In this episode of Maker Life Stories we talk to Brett Harper from Baylor's Moody Makerspace. We talk about the history of the Moody Makerspace, the application of maker space technologies for academics as well as personal projects, and the future of their space. Guest: Brett Harper Editor: Anthony Grosse Producer: Dax Laber Executive producers: Judy Hunter, Jake Jacobson, Alondra Lopez, Steven Sparkman, Joe Jordan Music: Relax Synth by gabrieleromanoy on Pixabay https://pixabay.com/music/beats-relax-synth-275097/

In this episode of Ignite, Austin explains how 3D printing works at Spark. Learn about all the possibilities of 3D printing as Austin gives a comprehensive rundown of everything you need to know. Guest: Austin MatthewEditor: AlexisProducer: AlexisExecutive producers: Judy Hunter, Jake Jacobson, Alondra Lopez, Steven Sparkman, Joe JordanMusic: Relax Synth by gabrieleromanoy on Pixabay https://pixabay.com/music/beats-relax-synth-275097/

Description: In this episode of What's your Spark? get to know Austin, one of our new makers. In addition to favorite snacks and inspirations, we talk about what creativity means to him as well as what drives him to be a maker. Guest: Austin MatthewEditor: AlexisProducer: AlexisExecutive producers: Judy Hunter, Jake Jacobson, Alondra Lopez, Steven Sparkman, Joe JordanMusic: Relax Synth by gabrieleromanoy on Pixabay https://pixabay.com/music/beats-relax-synth-275097/

On this episode of Maker Life Stories we're joined by Rachel from the Innovation Zone at Farmer's Branch Library. The Innovation zone is a relatively new Makerspace open to thew public with many exciting events and machines to experience. We discuss the resources available at the Farmer's Branch makerspace as well as the importance of having a place to practice new skills.  Host: AlexisGuest: Rachel AsseltaEditor: AlexisProducer: AlexisExecutive producers: Judy Hunter, Jake Jacobson, Alondra Lopez, Steven Sparkman, Joe JordanMusic: Relax Synth by gabrieleromanoy on Pixabay https://pixabay.com/music/beats-relax-synth-275097/

On this episode of ignite one of our audio-visual specialists, Anthony, details how anyone can make their very own short film while avoiding some of the common pitfalls filmmakers seem to encounter. Guest: Anthony GrosseEditor: AlexisProducer: AlexisExecutive producers: Judy Hunter, Jake Jacobson, Alondra Lopez, Steven Sparkman, Joe JordanMusic: Relax Synth by gabrieleromanoy on Pixabay https://pixabay.com/music/beats-relax-synth-275097/

Tune in for another episode of What’s your Spark? On this episode we talk to Anthony, a new maker who specializes in A/V production. Get to know him as we discuss everything from what inspires him to create to optimal ways to do karaoke in the car. Host: AlexisGuest: AnthonyEditor: AlexisProducer: AlexisExecutive producers: Judy Hunter, Jake Jacobson, Alondra Lopez, Steven Sparkman, Joe JordanMusic: Relax Synth by gabrieleromanoy on Pixabay https://pixabay.com/music/beats-relax-synth-275097/

Join us on another exciting episode of Maker Life Stories as we are joined by out new host, Alexis, who will be interviewing the UNT Comic book club. Come learn about the founding of the club and the dedicated members of the club. Also learn about a book that the UNT Comic book club are publishing. All of this and more in this latest episode of Maker Life Stories.Host: Alexis TrumanGuest: Emily Dickenson, Sam MillerEditor: Zane CriderProducer: Jerry JohnsonExecutive producers: Judy Hunter, Jake Jacobson, Alondra Lopez, Steven Sparkman, Joe Jordan

Join us on another episode of Ignite. This episode’s topic is that of mixed media filmmaking. This topic is one that our host, Alexis, is very passionate about. Listen as she goes into detail of how she first got started and how she’s been improving her craft over the years. Learn all that and more in this episode of Ignite.Host: Alexis TrumanGuest: Alexis TrumanEditor: RaeLynn DominquezProducer: Jerry JohnsonExecutive producers: Judy Hunter, Jake Jacobson, Alondra Lopez, Steven Sparkman, Joe JordanMusic: Vibe Intro on Pixabay Vibe Intro | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay

Come and Join us on another episode of What’s your Spark? Joining us for this episode will be the extremely talented Alexis. She is one of our makers in the makerspace and is pursuing a degree in film. She has a passion for making and creating, from skit to stop motion animation. Learn about all of this and more during this episode of What’s your Spark? Host: Jerry JohnsonGuest: Alexis TrumanEditor: Alexis TrumanProducer: Alexis TrumanExecutive producers: Judy Hunter, Jake Jacobson, Alondra Lopez, Steven Sparkman, Joe Jordan

Maker Life Stories - Texas Women's University Description: Welcome to another episode of Maker Life Stories. For this episode we will be joined by Nicholas from the Texas Women’s University Makerspace. During this interview, we get to learn about all the interesting projects and technologies that the space offers for all TWU students. We also get to learn about Nicholas and how they got started as a maker and their passion behind the work they do. Learn all of this and more during this episode of Maker Life Stories. Host: Jerry JohnsonGuest: NicholasEditor: Jerry JohnsonProducer: Jerry JohnsonExecutive producers: Judy Hunter, Jake Jacobson, Alondra Lopez, Steven Sparkman, Joe JordanMusic: Funky Positive Beat by u_98o9hlkn7r On pixabay https://pixabay.com/music/beats-funky-positive-beat-303455/Listen to Funky Positive Beat track or browse more beats audio. ✓ Royalty-free music download ✓ Browse thousands of tracksMaker Life Stories - Texas Woman's University_mixdown.wav 

Welcome to another episode of what’s your spark. For this episode we will be interviewing one of our fantastic makers, Elijah. Join us to learn about his perspective of a whole host of questions, from how he deals with imposter syndrome as well as some questions to learn more about him as a whole, like if he had to survive on one meal what would it be. Learn all of this and more in this episode of What’s your spark? Host: Jerry JohnsonGuest: Elijah WardEditor: Jerry JohnsonProducer: Jerry JohnsonExecutive producers: Judy Hunter, Jake Jacobson, Alondra Lopez, Steven Sparkman, Joe JordanMusic: Chill Lofi Music - Interior Lounge by SigmaMusicArt https://pixabay.com/music/beats-chill-lofi-music-interior-lounge-256260/