In this conversation, Shana interviews Matthew Posner, a puppeteer, voiceover artist, and musical theater performer. They discuss Matthew's passion for puppetry, his love for the Muppets and Jim Henson, and his journey into the world of puppet making. Matthew shares his experiences creating puppets for shows like Avenue Q and Little Shop of Horrors, as well as his recent projects and collaborations. They also touch on Matthew's voiceover work and his role as a singing tour guide in Seattle. Overall, the conversation highlights Matthew's diverse creative pursuits and his dedication to bringing joy and entertainment to others. In this conversation, Matthew Posner discusses his experience as a puppeteer and voice actor. He shares his journey in the performing arts, the importance of experience in honing one's skills, and the challenges and joys of puppetry. Matthew also talks about handling critiques and criticism, his love for cooking, and the balance between different creative pursuits. The conversation provides insights into the world of puppetry and the creative process.

Gary Bennett is an award-winning audiobook narrator who has narrated over 200 audiobooks. He primarily focuses on mysteries, thrillers, science fiction, and fantasy genres. He works in a professional home studio and uses the punch and roll technique to record his narrations. Gary is a full-time narrator and completes an average of 2-3 hour sessions per day. He aims for a 2:1 ratio of finished hours to recording hours. He is proactive about his health and takes precautions to avoid getting sick during recording. Publishers and authors have been accommodating when he has had to pause a book due to illness. In this conversation, Gary Bennett discusses his recent projects, including thriller franchises and an epic fantasy series. He also shares how he got started in audiobook narration and his journey from ACX to working with publishers. Gary emphasizes the importance of continuous learning and improvement in the field. He also mentions his passion for writing and his current project of writing a novel. The conversation concludes with a discussion on finding the right environment for creative work.

Chef Robb is an experienced chef and educator who is passionate about cooking and teaching others how to cook healthy food. He is currently working on the Aortic Kitchen project, where he teaches members of the Aortic Hope organization how to cook healthy meals. He is also digitizing his collection of recipes and considering publishing a cookbook. Chef Robb finds inspiration in cookbooks, grocery stores, and antique stores, and enjoys experimenting with different ingredients and flavors. He is motivated by his love for cooking and the joy it brings to others. In this conversation, Chef Robb and Shana discuss the history of cookbooks and the joy of cooking. They explore the importance of preserving old recipes and the value of handwritten notes in cookbooks. Chef Robb shares his experience as a chef and offers advice for aspiring culinary artists. They also touch on the challenges of the culinary industry and the importance of passion and discipline. The conversation concludes with a reminder to live in the present and enjoy life's pleasures.