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Abstract VT

Abbey B.K.

A podcast uplifting Vermont creatives! Hosted by Abbey B.K.

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Friday · 34 min
71. Defining Grace: From Puppies to Presidents with Trish Alley
Episode 71's guest is Trish Alley, a VT author who just released her memoir, "Defining Grace: Showing Up with the Gift of Divine Mischief." In this episode, Trish shares more about her book and shares stories of her personal encounters with what she calls "Grace," describing mystical and impactful experiences throughout her life. She also shares more about her work in the nonprofit sector and as a member of The Obama Foundation's Founder's Circle. To learn more about Trish and her book, visit https://www.gracefulmischief.com. The songs Trish chose for her episode include the following: 1) President Obama's Speech & Singing of "Amazing Grace": https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IN05jVNBs64 2) Where Have All The Flowers Gone by Peter, Paul & Mary: https://open.spotify.com/track/1V8BSBe2fB5Np30sXmUCNU?si=158f4711a1444dee 3) Let There Be Peace On Earth by The Boys Choir of Harlem: https://open.spotify.com/track/2i2Bl4jXnssUEgI344U9nJ?si=605ddbab03064911 4) Ode to Joy by Ludwig von Beethoven: https://open.spotify.com/track/4Nd5HJn4EExnLmHtClk4QV?si=391901083c794e69 5) What the World Needs Now (Is Love) by Dionne Warwick: https://open.spotify.com/track/6QhJngmKqelOcCc3bUiKYY?si=7387fd85b13e4a27
August 23 · 44 min
70. Creating Space for Local Creatives with Giovanina Bucci
Episode 70's guest is Giovanina Bucci, a Burlington, VT-based musician, visual artist, and owner of The Marigold Gallery. In this episode, Giovanina shares about "The Listening Room," an intimate live music series out of The Marigold Gallery that she started to promote local musicians. She also dives into her creative process and inspirations for both her music and art. Giovanina's song that we discuss in the episode is "Mix Tape": https://open.spotify.com/track/5PSns7IDrCLenam3eEMj20?si=d568395010134c6a
August 7 · 43 min
69. Andriana Chobot - Abstract VT: Live! Performance
Live performance audio from the 2/22/2026 show of Abstract VT: Live! out of The Venetian Soda Lounge in Burlington, VT. Vermont-based singer-songwriter Andriana Chobot is interviewed and performs original music.
August 7 · 32 min
68. Ava Sophia - Abstract VT: Live! Performance
Live performance audio from the 2/22/2026 show of Abstract VT: Live! out of The Venetian Soda Lounge in Burlington, VT. Vermont-based singer-songwriter Ava Sophia is interviewed and performs original music.
August 7 · 51 min
67. Kiley Latham - Abstract VT: Live! Performance
Live performance audio from the 2/22/2026 show of Abstract VT: Live out of The Venetian Soda Lounge in Burlington, VT. Local singer-songwriter Kiley Latham is interviewed and performs original music.
July 5 · 48 min
66. Idea to Impact: Building The Connectory with Will Jeffries
Episode 66's guest is Will Jeffries, a business consultant supporting Vermont businesses and start-ups. Will recently founded The Connectory, a local directory of business services and resources. In this episode, Will talks about his journey into business consulting, the vision behind creating The Connectory, and his mission to help Vermont entrepreneurs find the connections and resources they need to succeed. Plus, we dive into some of his unique creative passions, including social dance and fire spinning. For his song choice, Will chose "No Shortcuts" by Heather Maloney & Darlingside: https://open.spotify.com/track/1EcwdCSexFO3GleTI9VEDT?si=680250b07bb1404c Check out The Connectory here: https://www.theconnectory.net
April 2 · 45 min
65. Coaching Leaders, Connecting People with Sarah O'Brien Hammond
Episode 65's guest is Sarah O'Brien Hammond, an executive coach, career strategist, and community builder. Sarah founded The Network of Women (NoW) to bring women together in a spirit of community, creating intentional opportunities to connect and share what they’re interested in learning. Sarah also regularly hosts events and experiences for women to connect and learn from each other, and just launched Women Rising, a full-day summit in Burlington, VT. Tune in to hear from Sarah about her mission behind founding the NoW, her tips on networking, and her philosophy on coaching. And, here is the link to listen to the song Sarah chose to play on the show: https://open.spotify.com/track/6JRLFiX9NJSoRRKxowlBYr?si=7d4101029c924570
March 30 · 42 min
64. Curated Journeys & Transformative Travel with Beth Kruger
Episode 64's guest is Beth Kruger, a Travel Pro & Retreat Consultant who offers curated trips for women over 50 with her travel company, Wanderful Vintage Travel. Beth is also a chapter lead for the Network of Women's Vermont Chapter where she hosts intentional networking events and experiences for women to connect and learn from each other. Tune in to hear about how Beth's passion for supporting women has followed her throughout her career, exciting group travel experiences she will be hosting, and Beth's love for creativity and wellness. And, here is the link to listen to the song Beth chose to play on the show: https://open.spotify.com/track/2B0y9PzAWQ0aP10EuhDsyz?si=0b4df2928bf74f65
January 18 · 48 min
63. Money Manifestation with Deniz Šehović
Episode 63's guest is Deniz Šehović, founder of Girl's Guide, a money manifestation and business coaching business based in Burlington, VT. Tune in to hear from Deniz about common misconceptions around money, how to repair your relationship with money, and advice to creatives looking to monetize their work. And, here is a link to listen in to the tune Deniz chose to play on the show: https://open.spotify.com/track/6yQ2hE9NfgDFY5l8aAame5?si=6727ae60a240469e
Nov 30, 2025 · 51 min
62. Songs for Change with Madigan Linnane
Episode 62's guest is Madigan Linnane, a Vermont-based singer-songwriter. Tune in to hear from Madigan about her upcoming EP which explores themes of hope and social justice , gigging stories, and the future of her musical endeavors. Also, make sure to check out Abstract VT's master playlist on Spotify to hear the songs Madigan chose to play on air.
Nov 16, 2025 · 59 min
61. On Stage and On Air with Troy Millette
Episode 61's guest is Troy Millette of Vermont-based band, Troy Millette & The Fire Below and podcast co-host for Load-In Through The Back. Tune in to hear from Troy all about his work as a full-time musician and podcaster, gigging all across Vermont and interviewing musicians on Load-In Through The Back such as Soul Asylum, Five for Fighting, REO Speedwagon, Sierra Hull, and more. Also, make sure to check out Abstract VT's master playlist on Spotify to listen in to the tunes Troy chose to play on air.
Nov 2, 2025 · 48 min
60. When Code Meets Ink with James Merrill
Episode 60's guest is James Merrill, an internationally-recognized artist known for using generative code to create art, often drawn with pen plotters. He explains each work to be an ongoing exploration of mathematics, and his work has been displayed internationally. Tune in to hear from James about his artistic process, common misconceptions about generative art, and how written code can be translated into a physical art form. To learn more, make sure to give James a follow @lostpixels on Instagram. Also, make sure to check out Abstract VT's social media or master playlist on Spotify to listen in to the songs James chose to play live on the airwaves.
Oct 13, 2025 · 50 min
59. A Creative Approach to Wellness with Joanna Flowers
Episode 59's guest is Joanna Flowers, a health educator and coach at Health in Effect, a team member at Shake Social Club, a writer, and musician. Tune in to hear from Joanna about how art and movement work together, how to cope with stress, and how her personalized health coaching services uses the enneagram to better personalize experiences for her clients. We also dive into Joanna's passion for writing and music, and how she is leaning back into writing music after a hiatus. Also, make sure to check out Abstract VT's social media or master playlist on Spotify to listen in to the songs Joanna chose to play live on the airwaves.
Sep 23, 2025 · 46 min
58. Finding Your Voice with Thea Braren
Episode 58's guest is Cynthia (Thea) Braren, a vocal and performance coach, musician, and creative consultant. Tune in to hear from Thea talk about her voice teaching business, her new adult vocal group class she is kickstarting, and the ways in which the mind and body work together when vocalizing. We also dive into Thea's background in dance, film, and communications/marketing! Also, make sure to check out Abstract VT's social media or master playlist on Spotify to listen in to the songs Thea chose to play on air.
Sep 13, 2025 · 48 min
57. Birds, Stories, and the Art of Observation with Sophia Balunek
Episode 57's guest is Sophia Balunek, a birder, wildlife photographer, and journalist with a passion for writing and the outdoors. Tune in to hear from Sophia about her photojournalism projects documenting the behaviors of native birds, her experience leading the student-run newspaper at UVM, and her thoughts on the importance of local storytelling. Also, make sure to check out Abstract VT's social media or master playlist on Spotify to take a listen to the songs Sophia chose to play live on air.
Sep 7, 2025 · 48 min
56. Capturing the Spirit of Sports with Sara Elizabeth
Episode 56's guest is Sara Elizabeth, a photographer with a passion for sports. Tune in to hear from Sara about how she captures the spirit of a sports game behind the lens, the current projects she is working on, and her aspirations for growing her photography business. Also, make sure to check out Abstract VT's social media or master playlist on Spotify to take a listen to the tunes Sara chose to play on air.
Aug 30, 2025 · 44 min
55. From TikTok to Tour Stops with Frankie White
Episode 55's guest is Frankie White, a singer-songwriter, pianist, and musician currently based in Vermont, but headed to Nashville. Tune in to hear about how Frankie has been pursuing music full-time, tips and tricks on how she went viral on social media, and the inside scoop on her upcoming musical projects. Also, make sure to check out Abstract VT's social media or master playlist on Spotify to see the tunes Frankie chose to play live on air.
Jul 23, 2025 · 42 min
54. HR, Jam Bands, and Empathy with Mark Heyman
Episode 54's guest is Mark Heyman, a HR consultant, former lawyer, and entrepreneur. Mark founded HR Happens, a fractional HR business operating out of Burlington, VT. Tune in to hear Mark’s remarkable career journey, his firsthand account of 9/11, and how he’s transformed trauma into a deep well of empathy and perspective. Also, make sure to check out Abstract VT's social media or master playlist on Spotify to see the tunes Mark chose to play on air.
Jul 14, 2025 · 46 min
53. From Music to Mission with Ava Sophia
Episode 53's guest is Ava Sophia, a New-England based singer songwriter and founder of non-profit event series, ArtSpark Boston. Tune in to hear from Ava about her music, the founding of ArtSpark, and what's to come for both her personal music projects and development of her nonprofit. Also, make sure to check out Abstract VT's social media to see the songs Ava chose to play live on air.
Jul 3, 2025 · 49 min
52. Creating Worlds Through Music and Games with Fisher Wagg
Episode 52's guest is Fisher Wagg, a musician, band leader for the grunge band "We're Here! To Kill", and indie game developer. Tune in to hear from Fisher about his latest musical projects, his passion for curating playlists, and his talent for creating worlds through the music and games he creates. Also, make sure to check out Abstract VT's social media to see the songs that Fisher chose to play live in the studio.

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