Everything But The Dog
I first interviewed entrepreneur Chris Kelly for the Topanga Messenger in May, 2012. Ten years later, I sat down with him again, as he reflected on how his philosophies of life, creativity, and mountain biking
May 27, 2022
We need stories as much as we need food and water. We need creativity, too — new and useful ideas that catalyze change.
There are so many people working creatively to contribute to a better world.
Catalyst Muse is inspired by their stories, and the purpose of the blog is to share them.
~ Kim Zanti, Founder & Director, Catalyst Muse
Before You Make Up Your Mind
Growing up in Maryland, our family crossed the Chesapeake Bay Bridge every summer on the way to the beach. I didn’t think about how the structure, more than four miles long, withstood wind, rain, and
February 23, 2022
A Lab for the Spirit by Oleg Kagan
After we worked so well together in the Creativity Lab, Joe Gutesha, center, served as the line producer for my documentary on creative placemaking in Akumal, Mexico. Here he is collecting a media release signature
December 17, 2021