The Art of Imagination

Hosted ByTess Sharad

Artist-on-artist conversations hosted by our creative director, who has worked in musical theatre, film, and literature in New York City and abroad for over 30 years and enjoys speaking with others about their craft, training, and experiences in these fields. AoI is a nonprofit, ad-free celebration of the arts, focusing on the insights and accomplishments of creative professionals. Cover art illustrated by Umangi Hettiarachchi.


All Episodes

Joe Flanigan

Actor Joe Flanigan on the iconic Stargate Atlantis, how Hollywood is changing, and addressing real-world issues through storytelling.

Sian Reese-Williams

Actor Sian Reese-Williams on her latest series Still Waters, the reality of a career on screen, and the quirks of playing Margaret Thatcher.

Simon Evans

Award-winning director/writer/actor Simon Evans on the BBC’s hit comedy series Staged, the magic of illusion, and taking creative risks.

Mali Tudno Jones

BAFTA Cymru-nominated actor/writer Mali Tudno Jones on the art of storytelling, making an intense prison drama, and majestic equines.

Gwydion Rhys

Actor/singer Gwydion Rhys on Welsh performing arts, adapting from stage to screen, and the challenges of portraying mental illness.

Charlaine Harris

Bestselling author Charlaine Harris on cozy mysteries, True Blood, extreme fans, and the thrill of cross-genre storytelling.

Sion Ifan

Actor/director Sion Ifan on the importance of Welsh language productions, the draw of crime series, and stepping behind the camera.

Siôn Alun Davies

Actor Siôn Alun Davies on minority languages, the psyche of bad guys, and the collaborative nature of filmmaking.

John Peel

Classic kidlit and sci-fi author John Peel on Doctor Who, the publishing industry, and the absolute joy of being a writer.