Nowhere Fast

A Conversation with Artist, Charlton Diaz.Charlton is an Artist, Designer, and Dancer, among many other things.In this episode we discuss: Old English names, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Explaining Art, dancing, Mirrors, early influences, the internet, Neopets, clip art, Halloween, childhood fears, and the movie Anguish.www.nowherefaststudio.com 

A Conversation with Creative, Randy Hogg.Randy is a Runner, Photographer, and Videographer, among many other things.In this episode we discuss: Cornwall Ontario, Orbit Skateshop, Erin Teschuk, The Speed Project, Live Laugh Love in Death Valley, Mile to Marathon, the Australian Embassy, Flat Whites, Fisheye Lenses, Burst Mode, SLOWFASTSLOW, being bilingual, and The Manx. www.nowherefaststudio.com

A Conversation with Painter, Jacob Ross Dutton.⁠⁠⁠Jacob is a Painter, based in Edmonton Alberta.*Originally released on October 2, 2023 (exactly 100 episodes ago). This has always been one of my favorite interviews, and I’ve been wanting to give it a proper re-release for our current audience. It’s two years old now, so a few parts might feel a little dated, but I’d like to think it still holds up.*In this episode we discuss: Coming back to painting after a lengthy break, his version of a Notes Folder, book recommendations, Immersion Reading, Midjourney, ⁠Live Podcasts, and having the same name as a character in Yellowstone.⁠www.nowherefaststudio.com⁠

A Conversation with Nick Marzano, of Fisho Magazine. Nick makes Fisho Magazine, he’s also a Photographer, and a Creative Director, among many other things.In this episode we discuss: Fear and Loathing in Arizona, the hunt, maritime puns, Street Gumbo, Apple TV+’s Platonic, fly fishing in the LA River, meat pies, Toyota Echos, Zach Seely, Henri Cartier-Bresson, Mission Gold, pro recyclers, Colors Magazine, and NBA 92. www.nowherefaststudio.com

A Conversation with Artist, Evan Robinson.Evan is a Visual Artist, based in Edmonton Alberta.In this episode we discuss: marrowline, loss, didactic panels, artist talks, Barry McGee, legacy, Ozzy Osbourne, style, Soft Gallery, A Life Lived, deep fakes, radio voices, and gentrification. www.nowherefaststudio.com

A Conversation with Designer, Tommy Berlin.Tommy is an Alberta based Designer, a Photographer, and Snowboarder, among many other things.In this episode we discuss: how we first met, field testing, sleeping bags, pattern cutting, hoarder tendencies, release schedule, lowered expectations, CLO3D, quality control, nerds, direct to consumer, walking foot sewing machines, and the responsibilities that come with having such a majestic name.www.nowherefaststudio.com

A Conversation with Eddie Phouth, of BUG SKATEBOARDS.Eddie is the Owner and Operator of BUG SKATEBOARDS, based in Montreal.In this episode we discuss: wedding bands, O’Block, Smashing Pumpkins, the Detroit skyline, rent going up, Cozy Boyz, lock-in status, BUG's origin story, overthinking, cease and desist letters, Montreal scene report, Sensitive Shredders, and 4 U.www.nowherefaststudio.com

A Conversation with Speech-Language Pathologist, Andrea Tam.Andrea is one of my oldest friends, she’s a Speech-Language Pathologist, and a Birding Meme aficionado, among many other things.In this episode we discuss: Skype™, being severed, Christian Girl Autumn, cadaver lab, Tim Hortons Club, Marilyn Monroe, Dysarthria, voice banking, my Brothers’ names, Cabela’s, and Merlin Bird ID. www.nowherefaststudio.com

A Conversation with Photographer, Mike DiPietro.Mike runs Seasons of East Van, hosts the GENEs Podcast, and makes Zines, among many other things.In this episode we discuss: do people read show notes? Commercial Drive, Olympus Trip35, day 1 of SoEV, consistency, St. Cathrines, Alterior Design, value trades, interview tactics, dividends, and my Big Name Small Pod™ theory. www.nowherefaststudio.com

A Conversation with Creative Director, Morgan Barfield.Morgan is a Photographer and Creative Director based in Manchester, UK.In this episode we discuss: Bobs, shoe jewelry, being repulsed by AI, Keen Uneek, trail running, sheep, Gloaming Creative, saying NO, setting rates, Pokemon Cards, Bilberries, and sweet treats.www.nowherefaststudio.com

A Conversation with Terry Fay-Hamilton, of Body Language.Terry owns a Brand called Body Language, he’s a Runner, and a Climber, among many other things.In this episode we discuss: Angel Numbers, Happier Grocery, ginkgo biloba, vibe checks, climbing in the Bronx, Social Butterflies, boxing in Rehab, Normatec Boots, Homerun, cold plunges, and Saratoga Water. www.nowherefaststudio.com

A Conversation with Artist, Coda Girvan.Coda is a Métis Visual Artist based in Edmonton, Canada. *Originally released on August 18, 2022. This has always been one of my favorite interviews, and I’ve been wanting to give it a proper re-release for our current audience. It’s nearly three years old now, so a few parts might feel a little dated, but I’d like to think it still holds up.*In this episode we discuss: Sweet Pea Gallery, physical scale, typography, Grand Prairie, hot sauce, the CJSR Fun Drive, anxiety and burnout, nature, tattooing, and Hot Dog Content.www.nowherefaststudio.com

A Conversation with DJ, Jex Opolis.Jex Opolis is a Canadian multi‑instrumentalist, a composer, and a DJ, among many other things.*This episode was initially released on October 20th 2022.I’ve always liked this interview, and often wished it was promoted properly to our current audience…Keep in mind it’s almost 3 years old, some stuff is less relevant, some sadly is still extremely relevant.Jex is one of my favourite artists. I didn’t know him at all in 2022, but we’ve since become friends… so as weird as it is to hear myself stumble through this, it’s an interesting timestamp in a way.We hope you like!*In this episode we discuss: Britpop, Shout Out Out Out Out, Edmonton AM, demeaning offers, 360 Deals, Good Timin, PR Mode, Dylan Khotin, Morrissey, View Weekly, shelf lives, Atlanta, Monoculture, and bars without TVs.www.nowherefaststudio.com

A Conversation with Runner, Keaton Kustler.Keaton is a Runner based in Los Angeles California, an Event Producer, and a David Sedaris fan, among many other things.In this episode we discuss: Being an Only Child, Myspace, The Sidekick 3, Pots Syndrome, David Sedaris, foot strikes, jack of all trades master of none, key performance indicators, Ben Gibbard, cycling memes, Runflation, and the World Majors.www.nowherefaststudio.com

A Conversation with Joshua Quinonez, of Schism Running.Josh is the Founder of Schism Running, a Designer, and a Marathoner, among many other things.In this episode we discuss: Call of Duty, Earth Mover Running, the Schism origin story, Prospect Park, getting sober, tech packs, sampling processes, wearing your own brand, Elevator Pitches, San Jose, Gorilla Biscuits, and the Salem Witch Trials.www.nowherefaststudio.com

A Conversation with Graffiti Writer, REMIO.REMIO is an internationally active Graffiti Writer, an Artist, and a prolific Zine Maker, among many other things.In this episode we discuss: Michelle from Antisocial, Sleepner, Out Ta Bomb, getting Spike Lee’s autograph, PJF Crew, Vancouver in the early 2000s, locals only, Keith  Hufnagel, not loser activity, KCHUNG with Cali Dewitt, his upcoming Gallery Shows, JADE being ambidextrous, and REMIO WORLD.www.nowherefaststudio.com

A Conversation with Anthony Pappalardo & Nathan Nedorostek, of Radio Silence: The Book.Anthony and Nathan are the co-authors of Radio Silence: A Selected Visual History of American Hardcore Music, a landmark book that documents the DIY spirit, design, and culture of the American hardcore scene from 1978 to 1993. Originally released in 2008 by MTV Press and powerHouse Books, Radio Silence quickly became a cult classic for its vivid, visual documentation of American hardcore’s underground culture. Now rereleased in 2025 with updated materials and expanded context, the book returns as a definitive archive of the DIY punk movement.In this episode we discuss: Press Tours, delivery dates, Jacob Hoye, co-worker clips™, cultural autotune, Gino Iannucci, Dysfunctional by Aaron Rose, Dischord House, LiveWire, PT Cruisers, ABC No Rio, intellectual property, and celebrity stylists ruining everything. www.nowherefaststudio.com

A Conversation with Humboldt Broncos Bus Crash Survivor, Ryan Straschnitzki.Ryan is a Survivor of the tragic 2018 Humboldt Broncos Bus Crash, a T1 Paraplegic, and Founder of the Straz Strong Foundation, among many other things.In this episode we discuss: 50 Cent’s pitching, Adidas loyalty, perks of being in a wheelchair, Accessible Architecture, public speaking, Sledge Hockey, Paragolfers, Bear Mountain, Straz Strong, We Were Broncos, Ryan’s bid for the 2028 Paralympics, Chicago Blackhawks, and Mindset by Carol Dweck. www.nowherefaststudio.com

A Conversation with Artist, Baso Fibonacci.Baso is an Artist from Seattle Washington, a Paraplegic / Amputee, and a Zine Maker, among many other things.In this episode we discuss: School vs. self taught, MALVO, the Fentanyl crisis in Seattle, SODA (Stay Out of Drug Areas), The Blade, absurdism, being in a coma for two months, Salvador Dali, photo transfers, Mexico City, Zines,Graffiti On Low or No Dollars, and Streetwise (the Documentary).www.nowherefaststudio.com

A Conversation with Tony Hartman, of 527 Projects.Tony is a Digital Producer, an Artist Relations Executive, and he also lives with LGMD2i, a form of Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy, among many other things.In this episode we discuss: Professional Poker, Big Sean, the Turnstile zine, LGMD2i, Girl Skateboards’ Mouse, The Echoplex, Los Angeles’ accessibility, the stairs at B&H, Fiona Cauley, friend of the Pod: Mindy Kaling, working with Chief Keef, WeBuyGold, and Wish You Were Here by Incubus.www.nowherefaststudio.com