Episode 115 – Becoming DJ Vert One with Rocky Vertone

By Michael Moeri | 11/19/2020 |

Rocky is a father, husband, skater, DJ, and business owner. Rocky is the owner of Full Circle Frameworks, a custom picture frame shop. He is also the Co-Founder of Four4 Productions, which he founded with the late DJ King Weep. Rocky spins under the name DJ Vert One and has played basically every venue that allows music since 1996. 

In this episode, Rocky talks about coming out to Jackson, how he got into DJing, and the founding of Four4 Productions with the legend King Weep. 

Episode 113 – You Can Be An Artist with Fred Kingwill

By Michael Moeri | 11/05/2020 |

While working in the Forest Service was Fred’s main career, his passion has always been painting with watercolors. In this episode, Fred talks about working in the Forest Service, raising kids in Jackson Hole and why he chose to paint with watercolors. Stephan and Fred also talk about defining success and how everyone can be an artist. 

Episode 112 – A Modern Day Jackson Hole Epic with Andrew Munz

By Michael Moeri | 10/29/2020 |

In this week’s episode of the Jackson Hole Connection, Stephan visits with Andrew Munz. Andrew is an actor, director, producer, and author of the new book “I Can Ski Forever:  A Modern Day Jackson Hole Epic.” The “I Can Ski Forever” book is a collection of skits, songs, and scenes from the popular I Can Ski Forever shows that were performed in Jackson Hole between 2014 and 2019. 

Episode 111 – Women Who Shape the West with Lindsay Linton Buk

By Michael Moeri | 10/22/2020 |

In this episode, Lindsay talks about growing up in Wyoming, discovering her calling as a photographer, and she highlights some of the inspiring women featured in her Women in Wyoming project. Stephan and Lindsay also talk about how becoming a parent can influence your career path and why being present and open is key in order to survive, especially in these challenging times.

Episode 86 – The Life of an Artist with Ben Roth

By Michael Moeri | 04/30/2020 |

Ben moved out to Jackson Hole back in 1996 to help run Rancho Alegre Lodge. After starting a restaurant on the Town Square, Ben discovered he was more passionate about creating a feast for the eyes and started pursuing art full-time.  

Episode 69 – Celebrating 20 Years of Ski Filmmaking with Darrell Miller

By Stephan C Abrams | 01/02/2020 |

Stephan and Darrell talk about growing up in Jackson Hole, the Jackson Hole Air Force and capturing some of the most unique ski and snowboard footage for over 20 years.

Episode 59 – Painting with Gunpowder with Danny Shervin

By Stephan C Abrams | 10/24/2019 |

Danny is a father, husband, entrepreneur, artist and founder of Paint with Gunpowder. Danny is part of a 5th generation Jackson family. A few years ago, Danny decided to give up his steady bank job to focus on his art full time.

Episode 38 – The Art of Documentary Filmmaking with Jennifer Tennican

By Stephan C Abrams | 05/30/2019 |

Jen is a documentary filmmaker and has produced and directed the local documentaries The Stagecoach Movie, Far Afield: A Conservation Love Story and most recently Hearts of Glass.

Episode 37 – How Taking Risks Can Lead to a Fuller Life with Seadar Rose Davis

By Stephan C Abrams | 05/23/2019 |

Seadar learned to play the guitar as an adult and soon after formed the band Screen Door Porch with her husband Aaron Davis. In this episode, Stephan and Seadar talk about being a touring musician, running for public office, getting to know the Jackson community and learning from failures.

Episode 23 – Expressing Your Appreciation for Beauty with Kathryn Mapes Turner

By Stephan C Abrams | 02/14/2019 |

In this episode, Stephan and Kathryn talk about her family’s history of living on a ranch in the Grand Teton National Park, going to school in a three room schoolhouse in Moran, moving to DC during her senior year of High School and the inspiration for her art.