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Don’t Quote Me is a documentary-style talk show about creativity, connection, and the courage it takes to keep showing up.Hosted by Caton Vance and produced by Vance & Company, each episode features honest conversations with artists, entrepreneurs, and change-makers…
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Don't Quote Me S3 E8 || Heather Hope Monroe (opens the original)
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What happens when a group of women decide to bring a piece of Grand Rapids history back to life? In this special episode of Don’t Quote Me , we sit down with Heather Hope Monroe inside the historic Ladies’ Literary Club of Grand Rapids to talk about the revival of an institution that began in the 1800s and the effort to give its historic clubhouse a new purpose in 2026. The Ladies’ Literary Club began when women came together to study at a time when they did not have equal access to education. R
Don't Quote Me S3E7 || Edwin Morales (opens the original)
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What does it take to bet on yourself creatively? In this episode of Don't Quote Me , we sit down with Grand Rapids creative Edwin Morales to talk about his journey as a self-taught artist working across photography, videography, filmmaking, murals, and design. After an unexpected career transition pushed him into full-time freelance work, Edwin made the decision to lean into the creative career he had been building for years. The conversation explores the uncertainty of going all in, learning to
Don't Quote Me S3E6 || Sammie Bennett (opens the original)
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What if running wasn't about how fast you are, how far you can go, or where you finish, but about who you meet along the way? In this episode of Don't Quote Me, we sit down with Sammie, founder of Friendship Miles, a Grand Rapids-based running community built around connection, inclusion, and the belief that movement should be accessible to everyone. Sammie shares the story behind Friendship Miles, what inspired her to create a different kind of running community, and why friendship (not competi
Don't Quote Me S3 E5 || Seejon Czaplicki (opens the original)
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What happens when you stop waiting for permission to create?In this episode of Don't Quote Me, we sit down with filmmaker, artist, and creative director Seejon Czaplicki for a conversation about independent filmmaking, creative leadership, disability, and the courage to make meaningful work on your own terms.From directing commercial productions to developing his debut feature film outside the traditional studio system, Seejon shares why some of the most important creative work begins with uncer
Don't Quote Me S3 E4 || Pink Wallet (opens the original)
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What does it take to build a stronger sense of belonging? In this episode of Don't Quote Me, we sit down with Joe LeBlanc, founder of Pink Wallet, to discuss creating a resource that helps LGBTQ+ people discover welcoming businesses, community events, and meaningful connections throughout West Michigan. What began as an idea to solve a practical problem has grown into a platform focused on accessibility, collaboration, and supporting local businesses that are committed to creating inclusive spac
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