Subject Matters with Kate Blohm

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Aug 2025

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Welcome to Subject Matters; a podcast that coincides with photography and visual storytelling for brands and creatives worldwide. Hosted by Kate Blohm; a professional Photographer who has worked with thousands of interesting people over the last 15 years. Kate will host discussions with entrepenuers, changemakers and trailblazers with whom she has photographed. The discussions will mostly involve food, but also creative insight from entrepenuers of all kinds. Thank you for being here! www.instagram.com/subjectmatterspod www.instagram.com/kateblohm www.kateblohm.com

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August 11, 2025Episode 211 hr 40 min

Ep 21 : Sandra Gutierrez : Food Historian, Chef & Cookbook Writer

This conversation is full of knowledge, history, and wisdom. I'm excited to share this beautiful talk with Sandra Gutierrez, a bilingual, award-winning journalist, food historian, professional cooking instructor, and author of six cookbooks. She is considered one of the top national experts on Latin American Foodways and on the United States Southern Regional cuisine. Sandra discovered the New Southern-Latino culinary movement in 1996, a rare and impressive achievement. In 2021, Gutierrez was honored by the Smithsonian Institute as a Woman to Know and as one of the seven Latinas Who Shaped American Culture. Sandra also has a permanent exhibit at the Smithsonian, which features Kate Blohm Photography. Her most recent book, Latinísmo: Home Recipes from the Twenty-One Countries of Latin America is the first of its kind. Also, her first book, The New Southern-Latino Table is being re-released in paperback in August 2025. Sandra is also a founding member of the Les Dames d’Escoffier NC chapter. Shop her books now at your local bookstore. Follow her on Instagram : @sandralatinistaSupport the show

May 19, 2025Episode 201 hr 23 min

Ep 20 : Hannah Jane Dantzscher : Creating a Wake

Hannah Jane Dantzscher is the Owner of Wake Refill, a zero waste business whose mission is to pair environmental care with compassion and education, serving the place that she’s always called home. Hannah Jane grew up in Charleston, South Carolina, where she fell in love with the natural beauty of the Lowcountry. Boating, sailing, and learning about local and global ecosystems have always been some of her favorite pastimes. This connection to nature has deeply influenced the way she lives, and the values that shape her business practices today.Hannah Jane studied International Studies with a focus on Latin America at the College of Charleston. During that time, she spent semesters living in Cuba, Chile and Argentina. Alongside these studies, she dove into the systems of global trade and waste trade. This is where she fundamentally shifted the way she thought about consumerism and how the things we buy, use, and throw "away" are connected to people and places far beyond our view, often at great cost. Today we’ll discuss the different ways to be a mindful consumer and the small shifts that can create a big wake. Learn more | https://wakerefill.com/Support the show

April 29, 2025Episode 1959 min

Ep 19 : Using your Creativity in Business : Kayla Twomey Flamman

Kayla Twomey Flamman is the owner of Miller Gallery in Charleston, SC. Her love for art started during her childhood, growing up in Greenville, SC. After completing her Bachelor's from High Point University and Master's from Webster University, she started working in contemporary fine art galleries across the South, which eventually led her to owning one herself. Kayla also paints from her home studio in Charleston, with her husband and pup, Finn. Her surroundings often inspire her artworks, ranging from skyscapes to still lifes. Her ultimate goal is to bring joy to the moments in our everyday lives through art.In this conversation, we discuss what it takes to acquire and run a small business while staying balanced and forward-thinking. We also get into the details of pivoting careers, the behind-the-scenes of the gallery world, and all the many ways art shows up in our lives.This May, Miller Gallery will feature Kate Blohm Photography in a group show, Al Fresco, in collaboration with Textile Designer and Painter Teresa Roche, and Fine Art Painter Rachael Reese. Available May 2nd, 2025. Shipping worldwide! Learn more here - https://themillergallery.com/Support the show

April 14, 2025Episode 181 hr 3 min

Ep 18 : Lyric Lewin : Connecting through Food Journalism

Lyric Lewin is a Photographer and Journalist whose work beautifully weaves together food, culture, and the connections that bind us all. Lyric’s journey began at CNN, where she honed her eye for storytelling as a Photo Editor and writer, earning accolades from the National Press Photographers Association. Over the years, she’s collaborated with renowned publications like Zagat and Atlanta Magazine and served as Photo Director at Whetstone Magazine, where her work continuously celebrated the intersection of food and social impact. Lyric now works as the Lead Food Writer for Chattanooga Times Free Press, where she brings her readers a weekly series of "Where to Eat Next", curating an authentic exploration of the local food scene in Chattanooga. Driven by a desire to understand the world through food, Lyric has traveled across the globe, using culinary traditions as a gateway to have deeper conversations around race, identity, and culture. Through her writing, photography, and in-person workshops, Lyric continues to inspire others to connect with the world of food. Her work is a reminder of the power food has to open doors, spark connections, and bring us closer to each other. https://www.lyriclewin.com/Sign up for her Substack : https://open.spotify.com/episode/49I5QqfoNSf3o8oIdJHlM7?si=5ggm-uqET8y-ZT7NHY6rWwSupport the show

December 2, 202443 min

Ep 17 : Part 2 : Angelique Matthews : Finding Your Version of Success

Angelique Matthews, a Fashion Designer who has worked at some of the biggest household names such as Ralph Lauren, Reebok, and Foot Locker sits down with me to discuss the journey of quitting her highly successful job, selling her possessions, and traveling the world to discover her version of success. Angelique is now a permanent resident of Melbourne, Australia and it's taken many decisions to land her down under. Not only is Ang an insanely talented Designer, she is also a certified yoga instructor and sustainability advocate. Ang now works with Good On You; the world's largest rating system for fashion and beauty brands based on sustainability, employee treatment, and animal welfare. Good On You helps consumers make informed decisions about the fashion and beauty brands they buy from. In this episode, we discuss the fashion industry, art school, travel, culture, and of course - the power of yoga. Good On You - https://goodonyou.eco/This episode has been divided into 2 parts. Support the show

December 2, 2024Episode 171 hr 13 min

Ep 17 : Part 1 : Angelique Matthews : Finding Your Version of Success

November 14, 2024Episode 161 hr 16 min

Ep 16 : Tia Herrod : Working Your Way to the Top

My guest today is Tia Herrod, a fellow graduate of the Savannah College of Art and Design. Tia received her Bachelor of Arts in Drama and Theatre Arts with a minor in Film and Television. Since graduation, Tia worked on many blockbuster films, such as Hidden Figures, Selma, and Keeping Up with the Joneses. In 2018, Tia pivoted into the culinary world to pursue her love of cooking, and found herself working within many kitchens including Atlanta's Michelin-star restaurant Lazy Betty, and the 3-Michelin star restaurant The French Laundry. Now Tia is working at the world renowned Culinary Institute of America in Napa Valley. Throughout this conversation, we discuss what it takes to work your way to the top, while maintaining excellence, and a supportive partnership. If you're ever in Napa Valley, visit the Culinary Institute of America to take a class with Tia and indulge in the "food lover's paradise". Support the show

October 21, 20241 hr 8 min

Ep 15 : Julia Kesler Imerman : Scaling Business with Vision

On this episode of Subject Matters, I am so excited to sit down with my dear friend, Julia Kesler Imerman. Over the years, I’ve had the incredible opportunity to witness Julia build her own hospitality empire, known as Daily Chew and Stop Think Chew. From her innovative meal prep business to wholesale production and owning a bustling cafe open seven days a week, Julia has adeptly pivoted with demand while maintaining a clear vision for creating a space for people to gather.With hospitality at the forefront of her endeavors, Julia creates welcoming spaces that invite everyone to enjoy delicious, thoughtfully prepared food. Since we first met, she has made remarkable business moves, and I’ve been privileged to watch (and capture) this progression in real-time.Join us as we discuss her journey, through her priority of sourcing, and how her South African roots have inspired her approach to food. Whether you’re a food enthusiast, an aspiring entrepreneur, or simply curious about the cafe culture in Atlanta, this episode is filled with insights and inspiration.Follow along @dailychewatlwww.dailychewatl.comSupport the show

September 30, 2024Episode 1450 min

Ep 14 : Laura Dargan : Finding Inspiration Everywhere

Laura Dargan is a full-time Artist, focused on abstracts and figurative paintings. Laura strives to create visual energy through color and shape that leaves room for the viewer to interpret it in their own way. Laura grew up in Columbia, SC, and moved to Charleston for college. Since graduation, Laura has made Charleston her home by creating community in a variety of ways. Laura is represented by The Miller Gallery, Charleston Artist Collective and Spalding Nix Fine Art in Atlanta, GA. Laura’s work has been featured in over 20 exhibitions ranging across the southeast and now resides in Mt Pleasant with her husband Timothy and two dogs, Hazel and Pepper. Follow Laura on social @lauradargan.studioSubscribe for her newsletter on lauradargan.com to see new work as it’s released.If you’re interested in collecting, you can find me at Charleston Artist Collective, The Miller Gallery, and Spalding Nix Fine Art in AtlantaSupport the show

September 16, 2024Episode 131 hr 11 min

Ep 13 : Sarah Miller Gelber : Creating Your Life through Intuition

Season 2 is HERE!! My guest today is Sarah Miller Gelber. She is the founder of Charleston- based gallery The Miller Gallery, which was founded in 2017 and has been referenced a couple of times on this podcast. Sarah is a multifaceted businesswoman who started a gallery from the ground up representing over 25 artists, 85% of which are female. She's executed over 60 exhibits at the gallery and over two dozen offsite exhibitions across the city. After multiple major life shifts, Sarah decided to sell the business and pivot her life and career into its next chapter. Sarah now specializes in home renovations within the Charleston real estate scene alongside her husband Greg and Sarah is also the mother of baby girl Sibyl.The Miller Gallery was my first client in Charleston, and I've had the privilege of photographing with the gallery since 2017. You can learn more about The Miller Gallery here. Support the show