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Scene2IQ
Scene 2 ScenIQ (S2IQ) is a podcast dedicated to artists who share a passion for the outdoors/nature/the scenic routes. In this season, our host (Deren) interviews musicians, poets, actors and visual artists/artisans
Episodes
Scene2IQScene2IQ - Awake & Dreaming: Inevitable
On this episode, Deren interviews Sasha and Stefan of Awake & Dreaming. Both Sasha and Stefan have deep personal roots that they share, which shaped the arc…
Scene2IQScene2IQ - Johanna Daze: That Road
In this episode, Deren sits down with Johanna Daze to chat about her incredible voice, songwriting and journey as an artist.
Scene2IQScene2IQ - Midnite Vice: Unstoppable
In this episode, the band Midnite Vice shares their journey, songwriting process, and how their diverse influences shape their unique sound. They discuss…
Scene2IQScene2IQ - Ethan Meyers & Ryan Silver: Let's Get Real!
In this episode Deren sits down with Ethan and Ryan from the Get Real band and Stoned and Rolling: Two tribute/cover bands with an infectious energy on stage…
Scene2IQScene2IQ - Caleb Khuu: Artist in Session
In this episode, Deren chats with local Session Musician, Cabel Khuu. Around KW, Caleb is known for his amazing guitar playing in multiple styles, his skillful…
Scene2IQScene2IQ - Alyssa DVM: Spilling my Guts
In this episode Deren sits down with local musician Alyssa DVM where Alyssa shares pieces from her storytelling process and the background to her musical…
Scene2IQScene2IQ: Shannon Knelsen - Talking about Podcasting with Olive You
In this episode, host Deren Atkins sits down with Shannon Knelsen, a local podcaster, college Professor and all-around creative to talk about her non-profit…
Scene2IQScene2IQ: Gladwyn Badger - Renegade
In this episode of the Scene2IQ podcast, host Deren Atkins interviews with indigenous musician and artist Gladwyn Badger discussing his musical journey…
Scene2IQScene2IQ: Sapling and Sky Studio - Community not Compitetion
In this episode I talk with the founders of Sapling and Sky Studio - Joshua Pascua and Doran Leung. Joshua has been a local musician/teacher/artist for a…
Scene2IQScene2IQ: Kylira - A Passion Project
In this episode, Kylira joins me to talk about her passion projects including her singing, harp-playing, getting into the music industry, working with SGI…
Scene2IQScene2IQ: Sara Geidlinger - Documenting Joy
In this episode, Sara Geidlinger joins me to chat about her creative pursuits in film, music and community building. Her podcasts and documentaries have…
Scene2IQScene2IQ: Sam Nabi - Tapestry
Sam Nabi is a local hip-hop artist, poet and community activist. If you are in the KW scene, he needs no introduction. In this episode, Sam talks about his…
Scene2IQScene2IQ: Ayesha Ahad - Roses
Ayesha Ahad is an accomplished musician in her own rite, which is amazing considering she's only been performing for a couple of years in KW. On this episode…
Scene2IQScene2IQ: Chudear Oyual - Live Off the Floor Book Release & Open Mic
In this episode, we rebroadcast the live-off-the-floor recording of Chudear's new poetry book release (through survival) and open mic. Chu reads a selection of…
Scene2IQScene2IQ: Pauline Tolentino - Classroom Chats
Pauline Tolentino is taking the Kitchener/Waterloo music scene by storm. Originally from the Philippines and starting her journey as an international student…
Scene2IQScene2IQ: Chudear Oyual - The Cult of Art
Miss Chu (Chudear @madebychu.o) is a Sudanese artist whose poetry and visual art captivate audiences. Her art helps people connect with their ancestors and her…
Scene2IQScene2IQ: J-ONE - Why?
The inspirational J-ONE joins me on this episode to talk all things music therapy. J also shares her journey in the community, moving to KW and some amazing…
Scene2IQScene2IQ: Anat Hector - Butterfly
Anat Hector joins me to talk about her amazing journey of musical inspiration and healing while in the Dominican Republic for 8 years. She also shares her new…
Scene2IQScene2IQ: Marshall Veroni - Moving Water
Marshall Veroni stops by and we chat about 3 of his songs, as well as his experiences in the backcountry. Marshall talks about his first experience in…
Scene2IQScene2IQ: Juneyt - Turkish Flamenco
Juneyt is a Turkish-born guitar player of many styles. He landed in the Waterloo region over 10 years ago and has taken the scene by storm with his flamenco…
Scene2IQScene2IQ: Rachel Hickey - No "Excuses"
Rachel Hickey, an up-and-coming Indy-Folk songwriter sits down with Deren to discuss her song lyrics, background in music, family dynamics and passion for the…