The Creative Process · Arts, Culture & Society: 2015-2021
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Exploring the fascinating minds of creative people. Conversations with writers, artists and creative thinkers across the Arts and STEM. We discuss their life, work and artistic practice. Winners of Oscar, Emmy, Tony, Pulitzer, Nobel Prize, leaders and public figures share real experiences and offer valuable insights. Notable guests and participating museums and organizations include: Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, Neil Patrick Harris, Smithsonian, Roxane Gay, Musée Picasso, EARTHDAY-ORG, Neil Gaiman, UNESCO, Joyce Carol Oates, Mark Seliger, Acropolis Museum, Hilary Mantel, Songwriters Hall of Fame, George Saunders, The New Museum, Lemony Snicket, Pritzker Architecture Prize, Hans-Ulrich Obrist, Serpentine G...
Episodes
- TODD MILLER - Journalist & Author of Build Bridges, Not Walls & Storming the Wall: Climate Change, Migration & Homeland Security
Todd Miller, an author and independent journalist, discusses his 15 years of research and writing on border issues. He has authored four books on the topic, including "Build Bridges, Not Walls" and "Storming the Wall: Climate Change, Migra…
- How Can Investment Propel Climate Restoration? IBRAHIM ALHUSSEINI - Founder & CEO of FullCycle - Highlights
Ibrahim AlHusseini, founder and CEO of FullCycle, discusses the role of investment in climate restoration. He emphasizes that environmental harm in one area affects everyone due to the interconnectedness of the planet.
- What Role Does Venture Capital Play in a Sustainable Future? IBRAHIM ALHUSSEINI - Founder & CEO of FullCycle, Environmental Advocate
Ibrahim AlHusseini, founder and CEO of FullCycle, discusses the role of venture capital in a sustainable future. He focuses on accelerating the deployment of climate-restoring technologies.
- Windfall: The Booming Business of Global Warming w/ McKENZIE FUNK - Highlights
McKenzie Funk, author of "Windfall," discusses the themes of his book, focusing on the business of global warming, self-interest, and the role of empathy. He challenges the idea that actions are purely driven by rational self-interest.
- McKENZIE FUNK - Journalist & PEN Literary Award-Winning Author of Windfall
McKenzie Funk, a National Magazine Award finalist and PEN Literary Award-winning author, discusses his writing career. He is known for his work in various publications and his book, Windfall.
- How Can Activism Shape Our Planet’s Future? JENNIFER MORGAN - Exec. Director, Greenpeace International - Highlights
Jennifer Morgan, Executive Director of Greenpeace International, discusses climate activism. She shares her experience leading teams at organizations such as the World Resources Institute and the Worldwide Fund for Nature.
- JENNIFER MORGAN - Executive Director - Greenpeace International
Jennifer Morgan, the Executive Director of Greenpeace International, discusses her career. She has held leadership positions at several environmental organizations, including the World Resources Institute, and the Worldwide Fund for Nature.
- How Can Literature Illuminate Climate Change?" KAREN PINKUS - Prof. of Italian & Comparative Literature, Cornell - Highlights
Karen Pinkus, a Professor at Cornell University, discusses the intersection of literature and climate change. She talks about her work on fuel and energy, and her focus on environmental humanities within Italian studies.
- Narrative, Climate Change & Culture with KAREN PINKUS
Karen Pinkus, Professor at Cornell University, explores the intersection of narrative, climate change, and culture. Her work spans Italian studies and environmental humanities, focusing on the cultural aspects of climate change and its rep…
- What Can Cosmic Rays Teach Us About the Universe? Panofsky Prize-Winning Astrophysicist PIERRE SOKOLSKY - Highlights
In this episode, astrophysicist Pierre Sokolsky discusses cosmic rays and their role in understanding the universe. He also shares his experiences as a scientist and administrator, highlighting how immersion in a scientific environment can…
- On Astrophysics, Education & Cultivating Creativity - PIERRE SOKOLSKY
Pierre Sokolsky, Distinguished Professor Emeritus of Physics and Astronomy, shares his insights on astrophysics, education, and cultivating creativity. He discusses his work in particle astrophysics, focusing on high-energy particles.
- The Secret of Turning Your Moments into Miracles w/ MITCH HOROWITZ - Highlights
Mitch Horowitz, a historian of alternative spirituality, discusses the role of imagination. He shares his perspective on being a believing historian and its impact on critical judgment.
- MITCH HOROWITZ - Historian of Alternative Spirituality & PEN Award-Winning Author of Occult America
Mitch Horowitz, a historian of alternative spirituality and author, explores outsider history and its connection to modern life. He also discusses the pursuit of human empowerment and agency.
- Filming Action Underwater - Award-winning DP IAN SEABROOK on Batman v Superman, Jungle Cruise, Deadpool 2 - Highlights
Ian Seabrook, an award-winning Underwater Director of Photography, discusses his work filming action underwater for major motion pictures. He has worked on films including "Batman v Superman," "Jungle Cruise," and "Deadpool 2."
- IAN SEABROOK - Underwater Cinematographer of Batman v Superman, Deadpool 2, & Jungle Cruise starring Dwayne Johnson
Ian Seabrook is an award-winning underwater director of photography for the motion picture and television industry. He has worked on films such as Batman v Superman, Deadpool 2, and Jungle Cruise.
- Rethinking Reforestation: How DIANA CHAPLIN Drives Impact at One Tree Planted - Highlights
Diana Chaplin, Canopy Director at One Tree Planted, discusses the nonprofit's mission to make environmental impact simple by planting trees. In 2020, they planted over 10 million trees, with one tree planted for every dollar donated, highl…
- Scaling Global Reforestation: DIANA CHAPLIN on Connecting Communities & Nature
Diana Chaplin, Canopy Director of One Tree Planted, discusses managing reforestation projects and scaling impact through community and nature.
- Feminist Perspectives in Performance & Art with MICOL HEBRON - Highlights
Micol Hebron, a video and performance artist, discusses the current culture war, particularly concerning gender and race, and how society polices exceptionalism, especially in black bodies. She highlights examples in sports and their conne…
- MICOL HEBRON - Interdisciplinary Artist, Curator & Feminist Activist
Micol Hebron is a Los Angeles-based video and performance artist, curator, and feminist activist. She has founded Gallery B12 and co-produced the Full Nelson Festival, showcasing international performance art.
- A Woman on the Edge of Time - Novelist, Poet, Activist MARGE PIERCY - Highlights
Marge Piercy critiques the societal undervaluation and underpayment of essential workers like caregivers and teachers, contrasting their low wages with the high incomes of athletes and financiers.
- MARGE PIERCY - Novelist, Poet & Activist
Marge Piercy is a prolific novelist and poet, known for works like 'Woman on the Edge of Time' and 'Gone to Soldiers.' She is also an active participant in anti-war, feminist, and environmental movements.
- Finding the Mother Tree: Discovering the Wisdom of the Forest with DR. SUZANNE SIMARD - Highlights
Dr. Suzanne Simard explains that trees communicate using complex methods like root networks and airborne signals, similar to how they interact with neighboring trees over long periods. Her research on forest ecology, highlighted in her boo…
- DR. SUZANNE SIMARD - Professor of Forest Ecology & Author of Finding the Mother Tree
Dr. Suzanne Simard, a Professor of Forest Ecology, discusses her research on how trees communicate, as detailed in her book 'Finding the Mother Tree' and her influential TED talk.
- Alice Brooks - Cinematographer of In The Heights, Tick, Tick…Boom!…- Highlights
Alice Brooks, cinematographer for "In The Heights" and "Tick, Tick…Boom!", shares her life-long inspiration from the book "Miss Rumphius" and her desire to "fill the world with beauty." She reflects on Jonathan Larson's feelings about maki…
- ALICE BROOKS - Cinematographer of In The Heights, Tick, Tick…Boom!…
Alice Brooks is a cinematographer recognized for her work on films like In The Heights and Tick, Tick…Boom!. She graduated from USC’s School of Cinematic Arts, where her collaboration with director Jon Chu began, leading to multiple projec…
- Championing Gender Equality in Hollywood: TEMA STAIG, ALLISON VANORE - Women in Media - Highlights
Tema Staig founded Women in Media in 2010 to foster community and address the lack of conversation around women in below-the-line crew positions in the film industry. The organization aims to achieve gender parity by supporting women in al…
- Women in Media - Exec. Director & Art Director TEMA STAIG & ALLISON VANORE - Emmy-Winning Producer
Executive Director of Women in Media, Tema Staig, and Emmy-Winning Producer Allison Vanore discuss the organization's mission to promote gender equality in the film and television industry. Staig is also a production designer and art direc…
- Bridging Art & Culture in Athens: Inside the MUSEUM HERAKLEIDON - Highlights
The Museum Herakleidon, founded in 2004, is located in Athens near the Acropolis. It initially focused on art exhibitions featuring artists like M.C. Escher and has organized cultural activities exploring artists' perspectives, drawing par…
- Art, Culture & History: MUSEUM HERAKLEIDON, Athens
The Museum Herakleidon, founded in 2004, is located in Athens near the Acropolis and Ancient Agora. It has hosted exhibitions of artists such as M.C. Escher and Edvard Munch, alongside various cultural activities.
- How to Think Like a Roman Emperor w/ DONALD ROBERTSON - Highlights
Donald Robertson shares insights on the growing interest in classical wisdom, particularly Stoicism, and its relevance to modern self-improvement and psychotherapy. He is an expert in the field, having authored several books on the topic.
- DONALD ROBERTSON - Writer, Cognitive-Behavioural Psychotherapist & Author of Stoicism & the Art of Happiness
Donald Robertson, a writer and psychotherapist expert in Stoicism and CBT, discusses his work and books like "Stoicism and the Art of Happiness." He has extensive experience in public speaking and has authored several philosophy and psycho…
- PETER SINGER - Philosopher, Author of Animal Liberation - The Life You Can Save - Highlights
Philosopher and author Peter Singer discusses his contributions to animal rights, effective altruism, and bioethics. The episode highlights his influential works and his approach to analyzing current events through an ethical lens.
- PETER SINGER - Most Influential Living Philosopher - Founder of The Life You Can Save
Peter Singer, a highly influential philosopher and author of 'Animal Liberation' and 'The Life You Can Save,' discusses his work in animal rights, effective altruism, and bioethics. His book 'Ethics in the Real World' applies his ethical a…
- A Sculptor's Life: The Monumental Art of MARK MENNIN - Highlights
Mark Mennin emphasizes the importance of direct material contact in sculpting, finding the casting process less engaging. The episode touches on his background, education, and transition to creating large-scale, monumental works.
- MARK MENNIN - Sculpture, History, Landscape
Mark Mennin, a sculptor with a background in History from Princeton, discusses his evolution from carving stone in Italy to creating large-scale landscape and architectural works. He now works from his Bethlehem, Connecticut atelier.
- President Wilson's Impact on International Politics, Women's Rights & Social Justce w/ ELIZABETH KARCHER - Highlights
Elizabeth Karcher, Executive Director of the President Wilson House, highlights the relevance of Wilson
- ELIZABETH KARCHER - Exec. Director of President Wilson House, Washington, D.C.
Elizabeth Karcher, Executive Director of the President Wilson House, manages the historic house and museum, focusing on African American history, women's history, and Woodrow Wilson's presidency and international impact.
- SÉBASTIEN GOKALP: Directing France's National Museum of Immigration - Highlights
Sébastien Gokalp, director of France's National Museum of Immigration, aims to change perceptions of immigration by presenting historical narratives and personal stories, highlighting the contributions of immigrants to French culture and s…
- From Pompidou to the National Museum of Immigration: SÉBASTIEN GOKALP on Curating Art & History
Sébastien Gokalp, director of France’s National Museum of Immigration, shares his experience curating art and history, drawing from his work at institutions like the Centre Pompidou and the Louis Vuitton Foundation.
- RICK MOODY: From The Ice Storm to The Long Accomplishment – A Literary Journey
Rick Moody, author of 'The Ice Storm' and 'The Long Accomplishment', has received multiple awards for his work, including the NAMI/Ken Book Award and the PEN Martha Albrand prize. He has taught at Brown University and co-founded the Young…
- Grammy Award-winning Composer MICHAEL DAUGHERTY on Metropolis & Tales of Hemingway - Highlights
GRAMMY Award-winning composer Michael Daugherty, known for Metropolis and Tales of Hemingway, shares insights into his creative process, drawing parallels between architecture and music. He discusses the element of surprise in composition…
- MICHAEL DAUGHTERTY - Multi GRAMMY Award-winning Composer - One of Most Performed US Composers
Michael Daugherty, a highly performed American composer with 6 GRAMMY Awards, has created music for various ensembles and currently teaches composition at the University of Michigan.
- Things We Didn't Talk About When I Was a Girl w/ JEANNIE VANASCO - Highlights
Jeannie Vanasco, author of 'Things We Didn't Talk About When I Was a Girl,' reflects on the challenge of lacking language to describe experiences, a theme central to her writing process and memoirs.
- Breaking the Silence: JEANNIE VANASCO on Trauma, Healing & Writing the Unspoken
Author Jeannie Vanasco discusses her memoirs, including The Glass Eye and the award-winning Things We Didn't Talk About When I Was a Girl, and addresses themes of trauma and healing through writing. She also talks about her background as a…
- Exploring Identity, Culture & The Art of Translation w/ JENNY BHATT - Highlights
Jenny Bhatt, a writer and literary translator, shares her perspective on the integration of personal identity and work, explaining that her belief systems are carried into her professional life. Her debut collection, Each of Us Killers, an…
- On Work. Life, Culture & Creativity with JENNY BHATT
Jenny Bhatt, a writer and translator, shares insights on her award-winning short story collection and literary translation work. She also discusses her role teaching at Writing Workshops Dallas.
- Bridging Cultures Through Music & Composition with BRIGHT SHENG - Highlights
Composer Bright Sheng explains his efforts to maintain the essence of Chinese music when arranging it for Western orchestras, drawing from his memories of traditional Chinese music.
- BRIGHT SHENG - MacArthur & ASCAP Award-Winning Composer, Conductor & Pianist
Bright Sheng is a composer, conductor, and pianist whose works have been commissioned and performed by major institutions worldwide. He has collaborated with notable artists and contributed to significant events like the 2008 Beijing Olymp…
- Exploring Music, Writing & the Cultural Life of Athens with KIRIAKOS SPIROU - Highlights
Kiriakos Spirou, a pianist and composer based in Athens, shares insights into his work with contemporary dance theater, highlighting the relationship between music, the body, and his experiences as a performer and composer.
- KIRIAKOS SPIROU - Editor, Writer, Curator, Content Creator, Pianist & Composer
Kiriakos Spirou is an editor, writer, composer, and content creator from Athens, Greece. His background includes music studies in Limassol and Athens, a master's in Music Design from Utrecht, and roles at Yatzer.com and Und. Athens.