CK Café is back with all-new episodes for Season 2! For our latest conversation, we sit down with filmmaker, theatre artist, and educator Nelson Isava to discuss his journey from Venezuela to New York City and the path that led him to a life dedicated to storytelling.

Nelson shares insights from his work as a producer, director, and creative leader across film and theatre, reflecting on the challenges and opportunities of building a career in the arts. We also explore his passion for education and empowering the next generation of artists through his work with students and emerging creatives.

From creative inspiration to community building, this episode is a heartfelt conversation about perseverance, purpose, and the transformative power of the arts.

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What is CK Café?
CK Café is a podcast and live conversation series by CK Productions spotlighting creators who are building their careers in film, music, theatre and beyond. Each episode explores the artist’s personal journey, the challenges they’ve faced, and the love behind their work. Whether through deep-dive interviews, behind-the-scenes breakdowns, or live panels, CK Café offers inspiration and real talk for artists and audiences alike.

Follow CK's journey at https://instagram.com/ckproductionsny and on Substack https://ckproductions.substack.com/

Visit our website to learn more about CK at https://ckproductionsnewyork.com

CK Café is Hosted by Rosie Dean (@RosieDean21) and Ethan Felizzari-Castillo (@ethanfelizzari) and produced by produced by Anabella Barrios & CK Records (A CK Productions Co.).

In this episode of CK Café, Ethan Felizzari-Castillo sits down with musical theatre composer and songwriter Julia Segal for a thoughtful conversation about creating in today’s theatre landscape.

Julia opens up about her upcoming musical theatre work, her journey as a songwriter, social media and how she balances artistic integrity with the realities of commercial production. Together, they explore the evolving state of Broadway and indie theatre - what’s thriving, what’s struggling, and where emerging creators fit into the equation!

From developing new work to navigating industry expectations, this episode is a candid look at what it means to build theatre in a changing creative economy.

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What is CK Café?
CK Café is a podcast and live conversation series by CK Productions spotlighting creators who are building their careers in film, music, theatre and beyond. Each episode explores the artist’s personal journey, the challenges they’ve faced, and the love behind their work. Whether through deep-dive interviews, behind-the-scenes breakdowns, or live panels, CK Café offers inspiration and real talk for artists and audiences alike.

Follow CK's journey at https://instagram.com/ckproductionsny and on Substack https://ckproductions.substack.com/

Visit our website to learn more about CK at https://ckproductionsnewyork.com

CK Café is Hosted by Rosie Dean (@RosieDean21) and Ethan Felizzari-Castillo (@ethanfelizzari) and produced by CK Records (A CK Productions Co.).

CK Café welcomes musician and creator, Diana Bidea, for an honest conversation about carving out your own lane in today’s music industry. From her journey as an independent artist to building a powerful presence as a TikToker, Diana opens up about the risks, reinvention, and resilience it takes to make your own path - without waiting for permission. Joined by Rosie Dean, the episode dives into creativity, community, and what it really means to bet on yourself in a constantly shifting industry.

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What is CK Café?
CK Café is a podcast and live conversation series by CK Productions spotlighting creators who are building their careers in film, music, theatre and beyond. Each episode explores the artist’s personal journey, the challenges they’ve faced, and the love behind their work. Whether through deep-dive interviews, behind-the-scenes breakdowns, or live panels, CK Café offers inspiration and real talk for artists and audiences alike.

Follow CK's journey at https://instagram.com/ckproductionsny and on Substack https://ckproductions.substack.com/

Visit our website to learn more about CK at https://ckproductionsnewyork.com

CK Café is Hosted by Rosie Dean (@RosieDean21) and Ethan Felizzari-Castillo (@ethanfelizzari) and produced by CK Records (A CK Productions Co.).