Main Line Makers
Homegrown. Handmade. Heartfelt. Join me, Emily Brunner, portrait photographer, as I talk with all of the amazing Makers who are creating and working throughout Philadelphia’s Main Line. Listen as we share their journeys of inspiration. Learn about the good work that is taking place in our community’s homes, businesses and schools. Get inspired to follow your own passion. Join us as we share our stories one creation at a time.
Episodes
34 episodes
Season One Wrap Up!
Season one is complete! I wanted to express my thanks for everyone who has listened and for the time and stories my amazing guests have shared!
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Season 1
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Episode 34
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1:35
Giving New Life to Old Clothes with Jen Anderson of Once Upon a Time Creation
How many old t shirts do you have saved in your closets, attic or basement? And what do you think you’ll do with them? It was those exact questions that led Jen Anderson and her mother to starting a business where they could help pe...
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Episode 33
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33:39
Helping Teens Through Struggles with Lizzie McCarron of The Center for Families
It’s hard being a parent - and saying that is most definitely an understatement. It’s also really hard being a teenager - especially will all of the challenges they have faced over the past year with the pandemic. In Malvern, tucked...
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Episode 32
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36:51
Community Theater with Zak Berkman and Erin Sheffield of People's Light
For over 50 years the Main Line has had a top notch, professional theater company, intertwined in the community, creating and serving for and with us. People’s Light Theater, located in Malvern, is more than a series of live productions. ...
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Episode 31
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27:51
It's Time to Travel with Jamie Jones of Whirl Away Travel
If you’ve been at home, or kept to within a 20 mile radius of home for the past year, I’m sure you’re itching to go somewhere far, far away! Or at least somewhere with a different landscape and culture. Jamie Jones, president and lu...
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Episode 30
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34:45
Fundraising Through Fitness with Noreen Geibel of TAG
17 years ago, after a life changing check up at the pediatrician for her 5 month old son, Noreen Geibel and her family’s life turned down a new path. Noreen’s son was diagnosed with a rare birth defect and her family soon learned how diff...
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Episode 29
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32:43
Creative and Sustainable Gardening with Jeff Lynch of Chanticleer
I’ll bet if you asked 100 people throughout the Main Line what their top 3 favorite local places are, most of them would include Chanticleer Garden in their answer. I know that I would. If you’ve visited the garden before you know t...
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Episode 28
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39:12
Painting Murals with Artist Amy Terlecki
Local artist, Amy Terlecki found herself exploring a whole new way of painting and creating after she became a mother. Her years in art school spent woking on technique eventually led her to place where she could let herself experiment wi...
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Episode 27
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34:28
From Making Skirts to Masks with Sajell Designer Susan Ramee
Last March when the Covid 19 pandemic arrived, Susan decided to temporarily stop making skirts and to start making face masks using the fabrics and materials she had lying around the house and she has been busy ever since. I’m Emily Brun...
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Episode 26
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40:34
Writing "Up, Not Down Syndrome" with Author Nancy Schwartz
I recently enjoyed reading the book, "Up, Not Down Syndrome", a love letter and a map written by Nancy Schwartz about her journey in parenting her youngest son, Alex. Nancy learned at Alex’s birth that he had Down Syndrome and from that m...
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Episode 25
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31:15
Writing Children's Books with Author Javier Garay
Anyone who is a parent has spent countless cozy hours telling and reading stories to their children. Javier Garay took his kids’ bedtime stories a step further by turning tales he created on his own, into a series of 2 illustrated childre...
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Episode 24
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44:00
Neighborhood Food with Alana Milazzo and Matt Huber of Tredici Italian Market
In 2008 Alana Milazzo and Matt Huber decided to transition from jobs in the financial field to owning and operating a local Italian market, Tredici, located in the heart of Wayne. After getting married in 2009 and growing Tredici for anot...
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Episode 23
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37:47
What Do You Want to Make?
I have a question for you today - What do YOU want to make?For more information on the Main Line Makers podcast, visit https://www.emilybrunnerphotography.com/ma...
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Episode 22
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6:36
The Gut to Brain Connection with Melissa Bloom
When Melissa Bloom was faced with a scary health situation with her son in 2019 she did what every mom would do. She learned everything she could about his condition and considered every possible option for ways to help him heal. In...
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Episode 21
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38:14
Composting with Gwenn Nolan of Mother Compost
The phrase out of sight, out of mind often applies when it comes to our trash. I wonder how many of us really know where our trash goes after its loaded into the weekly truck for collection. Local mom Gwenn Nolan was inspired to do ...
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Episode 20
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36:23
Inclusive Education with Maggie Gaines and Wendy Brooks of BUILD TE
What happens when parents and representatives from 4 neighboring school districts come together to learn about inclusive education? A whole lot of goodness!!! Through the month of February, Maggie Gaines and Wendy Brooks worked thro...
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Episode 19
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33:12
Demystifying Diversity with AnnaMarie Jones
When AnnaMarie Jones hired a writing coach to help her with a project, she found herself making an instant connection with Daralyse Lyons through their shared experiences as biracial women. Almost immediately after, AnnaMarie felt deeply inspir...
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Episode 18
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42:58
Outfitting Dancers with Marla Kaine of Swan Dancewear
10 years ago, after a successful and fulfilling career as a professional ballet dancer and teacher, Marla Kaine made a new path for herself in the dance world by opening Swan Dancewear in the heart of...
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Episode 17
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34:58
Taking the Show Outside with Meghann Weaver of Main Line Dance Company
If you’re driving along Conestoga Road in Radnor and you see a trail of glitter on the side of the street, you’ve probably just driven by Main Line Dance Company’s studio, where Meghan Weaver and her team of dedicated teachers support and encou...
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Episode 16
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34:13
Fine Art Photography with Mark Aizenberg
As a neuroscientist and artist, Mark Aizenberg uses the remarkable abilities of the brain to achieve maximal impact of his photography on the viewer’s experience. His work, whether it’s of landscapes, portraits or abstract imagery, ...
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Episode 15
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36:20
Vibrational Sound Healing with Mindie Hung
Mindie Hung, vibrational sound therapist, uses specially crafted bowls to produce notes and vibrations in therapy and meditation sessions that truly work wonders at bringing relaxation and balance back to life. Today Mindie talks ab...
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Episode 14
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28:12
The Meaning in Jewelry with Stacey Fay
Main Line jeweler, Stacey Fay, believes in the power of storytelling to heal, transform and celebrate. 6 years ago she founded Stacey Fay Designs, where every piece in her jewelry line has a stor...
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Episode 13
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48:22
When Business, Philanthropy and Media Unite with Leslie Gudel from Wolf PAC Philadelphia
This year, Main Line entrepreneur, Leslie Gudel, is participating in a new multi-media show, Wolf PAC of Philadelphia, that is now airing on Prime Video. Today, Leslie talks about the show, what ...
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Episode 12
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37:47
Getting Rid of Pain with Dr. Brandie Nemchenko of Experience Chiropractic
Dr Brandie Nemchenko, of Experience Chiropractic, is on a mission to get her patients back to the life they want to live. Dr Brandie talks about how she uses years of experience as a Chiropractor and Paramedic to restore her patient’s mob...
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Episode 11
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34:59
Composing and Teaching Music with Pianist Joe Kerr
Wayne pianist, composer and educator Joe Kerr, talks about how he made music his career and how he helps students find their own passion for music. You can find Joe and learn more about his local piano studio, Art Piano, at
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Episode 10
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37:35