The Studio Connection Podcast

Ep 10: Interview with William Vlotman

Sun, 19 Apr 2026 23:30:00 +0000

Julie interviews William Vlotman. William is a Barossa based timber supplier and wood hunter, sourcing unique Australian hardwoods for makers and artists. Through Creative Soul Timber, he also hand carves beautiful wooden spoons, platters and functional pieces, connecting people to materials rich in grain, character and story, with a deep respect for the land.

More details can be found on Instagram @creativesoultimber

This interview was broadcast from the BBBfm studios on the 26th March, 2026

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Ep 9: Interview with Penelope Dodd

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 22:30:00 +0000

Julie interviews Penelope Dodd — a business coach and holistic practitioner with more than 20 years’ experience supporting creatives and community ventures. Penelope talks about her work with artists and small business owners, helping them turn creative ideas into sustainable, self-supporting businesses.

More details about the Penelope Dodd can be found on their website: https://www.penelopedodd.com

This interview was broadcast from the BBBfm studios on the 12th February, 2026

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Ep 8: Interview with Maxine Donald

Sun, 22 Feb 2026 22:30:00 +0000

Julie interviews Maxine Donald, a visual artist and long-time contributor to the Kapunda Community Gallery. In this interview Maxine chats about what’s happening at the gallery from exhibitions and workshops to artist opportunities and community events.

More details about the Kapunda Community Gallery can be found on their website: https://www.kapundagallery.com

This interview was broadcast from the BBBfm studios on the 29th January, 2026

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Ep 7: Interview with Adele Wood

Sun, 15 Feb 2026 22:30:00 +0000

Julie interviews Adele Wood from Angaston Gallery & Gifts. Adele shares what is happening in the gallery, the role it plays in supporting local artists and makers, and why spaces like this are so important in the Barossa creative community. We also talk about the joy of discovering new work, meeting the people behind it, and how the gallery continues to evolve with fresh exhibitions and beautiful handmade pieces.

More details about the artist can be found on their Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/barossaartgg

This interview was broadcast from the BBBfm studios on the 8th January, 2026

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Ep 6: Interview with Gerlinde Trappe

Sun, 08 Feb 2026 22:30:00 +0000

Julie interviews Gerlinde Trappe, a true Barossa icon whose determination and vision helped shape the region’s cultural landscape. Gerlinde reflects on the life and work of her late husband, sculptor Paul Trappe, whose legacy includes the much-loved Tanunda Fountain in the Keil Gardens. She also shares the incredible story behind the International Sculpture Symposium, which led to the Barossa Sculpture Park, and her role in helping establish the Barossa Regional Gallery.

This interview was broadcast from the BBBfm studios on the 11th December, 2025

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Ep 5: Interview with Anthea Louise Piszczuk

Sun, 01 Feb 2026 22:30:00 +0000

Julie interviews Anthea Louise Piszczuk, an artist originally from the Barossa, now living and working in York, Pennsylvania, USA. In this interview Anthea chats about her creative practice, the materials she works with, and her laboratory-style studio, where experimentation, testing, and process are central to the development of her work.

More details about the artist can be found on their Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/antheacreates/

This interview was broadcast from the BBBfm studios on the 22nd January, 2026

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Ep 4: Interview with Malcolm Craig

Sun, 25 Jan 2026 22:30:00 +0000

Julie interviews Malcolm Craig, a South Australian artist whose work explores observations and narrative through drawing and painting. In this interview, he discusses his creative practice, studio process, and current work.

More details about the artist can be found on their website:https://fiveducks.wixsite.com/malcraigart

This interview was broadcast from the BBBfm studios on the 20th November, 2025

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Ep 3: Interview with Aleshia Goldie

Sun, 18 Jan 2026 22:30:00 +0000

Julie interviews Aleshia Goldie, the maker behind Goldie Pottery Studio. In this interview Aleshia reflects on her creative life, community involvement and connections to the Barossa region

More details about the artist can be found on their website: https://www.goldiepotterystudio.com/

This interview was broadcast from the BBBfm studios on the 27th November, 2025

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Ep 2: Interview with Rae Howell

Sun, 11 Jan 2026 22:30:00 +0000

Julie interviews Rae Howell, award-winning Australian composer and multi-instrumentalist AND 2025 Barossa Artist in Residence. In this interview, Rae talks about her creative practice and her residency with the Barossa Regional Gallery

More details about the artist can be found on their website:https://www.raehowell.me/

This interview was broadcast from the BBBfm studios on the 7th November, 2025

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Ep 1: Interview with Patricia Gordon Stevens

Wed, 31 Dec 2025 02:10:33 +0000

Julie interviews Patricia Gordon Stevens, a writer and storyteller whose work explores memory, place, and lived experience. In this interview, she talks about her writing practice and recent publication ”Madness in Memphis”

More details about the artist can be found on their website:https://www.patriciagordonstevens.com

This interview was recorded live at the BBBfm studios on the 4th December, 2025

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