WCRX is the student-run radio station of Columbia College Chicago. The station is dedicated to embodying professional, ethical, and legal standards while promoting a learning and leadership experience for students. WCRX provides broadcasting services to the Columbia College campus and surrounding communities in Cook County.
CaSera “DJ Ca$h Era” Heining has become a household name nationwide as she has graced the stages at festivals such as Lollapalooza and Pitchfork, while simultaneously juggling a career in media as a radio producer. Columbia College Chicago Internship and Career Advisor, Tom Joyce, sits down for a frank discussion on diversity, finding success in multiple fields, and details how and why change is needed in the music industry.
Music industry professional Matt Rusinek has found success in the music world at an early age due to perseverance, honing his skills, and learning new ways to make himself indispensable. Columbia College Chicago Internship and Career Advisor, Tom Joyce, discusses with Matt touring with a major label artist, bringing value to every position he has had, and assisting with being a major component behind the scenes at Lollapalooza.
Radio personality Abe Kanan discusses an unlikely source of inspiration for his creativity, finding his voice in radio, and his relationship with the “King of All Media,” Howard Stern. In this installment, Columbia College Chicago Internship and Career Advisor, Tom Joyce, sits down to hear how Abe navigates his uniquely successful path, while also helping others find their way within the industry.
Visual artist, curator, and educator Rebecca Baruc breaks down how a mentor early in life helped to begin her creative journey of utilizing skill sets in different areas to succeed, and details the process of creating her widely acclaimed exhibit, “The Color of Normal.” In this episode, Columbia College Chicago Internship and Career Advisor, Tom Joyce, is front and center for a conversation with this amazing creative.
Musician and media producer Adam Miller talks about combining dual passions in a career, leaving the cold winters of the Midwest behind and moving to Los Angeles to pursue a music career, and having music produced by one of indie rock’s most in-demand producers, Jonathan Rado of Foxygen. In this conversation, Columbia College Chicago Internship and Career Advisor, Tom Joyce, sits down to listen to Adam’s non-traditional route to success.
Producer, journalist, and podcast host Louise McLoughlin has embraced change by crafting a successful career of traveling around the globe to cover and produce stories. In this inaugural episode, Columbia College Chicago Internship and Career Advisor, Tom Joyce, discusses with Louise her rise in the industry, producing award-winning content, and hosting and producing an acclaimed podcast, “You Look Like Me.”
“The Undaunted Creative” takes an in-depth look into the successful paths of creatives from all walks of life. How do you know which artistic path is right for you? Where can you find the strength to pursue your passions as a full time career? What fears do you encounter when leaving your life behind in one city, for a fresh start in another? Get your answers each episode as host Tom Joyce joins guests to unlock the creative psyche.
