Everyone’s Creative, Everyone’s Beautiful (with Adam Eaton & guest co-host Magnus Champlin)

About this episode

In this crossover episode, the healing power of creativity and the importance of community are discussed with photographer Adam Eaton and guest co-host Magnus Champlin.

Content warning: This episode contains a brief mention of suicidal ideation (it is not discussed in detail). Please take care while listening. In this special crossover episode, Magnus Champlin of the Mind of Magnus podcast joins host Emily Hessney Lynch for a fun, collaborative interview with photographer Adam Eaton! We discuss the healing power of creativity, Adam's gift for seeing the beauty in others and hearing their stories, and how vital community is. We also chat about getting to know Rochester, the importance of funding the arts, and Adam's new photography book, Black is Beautiful. Links: You can buy Black is Beautiful here . Adam's website & Instagram . Emily's website & Instagram . Listen to the Mind of Magnus podcast . Magnus's work & Instagram . Enjoying the show? Support us by leaving a one-time tip! We'll send you a sticker to say thanks. We're a proud member of the Lunchador Podcast Network . Our logo is by Tenderchomps Art . Mentioned in this episode: Joe Bean Coffee - Coffee that Lifts Everyone Use promo code Lunchador for 15% off your order! https://shop.joebeanroasters.com Behind the Glass Behind the Glass Gallery podcast is a monthly talk with the…

People in this episode

Host: Emily Hessney Lynch

Guests: Adam Eaton, Magnus Champlin

Topics covered

• creativity
• community
• photography
• mental health
• art funding

Keywords

• creativity
• photography
• community
• mental health
• art funding
• Rochester
• Black is Beautiful

Sponsors

Joe Bean Coffee

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Mind of Magnus, Lunchador Podcast Network, Joe Bean Coffee, Behind the Glass Gallery, Common Thread

Products: Black is Beautiful

Places: Rochester

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