Blind Shovel is an arts and music podcast hosted by designer Michael Olivo. The show is focused on interviewing emerging and established creators about their inspirations, process, and maturation. Released every Tuesday night at 8pm EST.
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Join Matt Michaels and Brad Tregnago each week for the Inside Mizzou Athletics Podcast. The guys bring you insight, interviews, guests and more in every episode. You can also find sports-specific podcasts, Tiger Talk episodes, and other exclusive Mizzou content right here.
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Your one stop shop for creative ideas and inspiration. Each week on The Spark File podcast, Susan Blackwell and Laura Camien reach into their spark files and share stories, ideas and fascinations to ignite your imagination. Obsessed with creativity, Blackwell and Camien also talk with artists and makers, movers and shakers who have taken the spark of inspiration and fanned it into a flame. Hear from inspiring creatives like Lin-Manuel Miranda, Sara Bareilles, Eric Stonestreet, Jonathan Groff ...
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Nick Morris - Zen Traffic & The Rise & Fall of Flower Girl
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A zen Blind Shovel in NYC traffic, this one with father and musician Nick Morris. We discuss the impact of sobriety, having a family, Flower Girl, dishwashing, identity, and much more. Nick's Website Flower Girl's Spotify Header image: Jason Rusnock, "Nick Morris in the Jungeon", 2017By Michael Olivo
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Inside Mizzou Athletics - SEC Media Days and an Olympic Mashup
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Brad and Matt offer a preview of Mizzou Football's Tuesday appearance at SEC Media Days in Dallas. Later, the guys have some fun with the best Olympic sports fits for all 16 SEC schools... with a special status for Truman the Tiger! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sel…
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Mizzou Storytellers - Andrew Grevers
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In the newest episode of “Mizzou Storytellers,” Mizzou swimming and diving coach Andrew Grevers joins host Dave Matter and guest co-host Loretta Jones to share the story of his journey from the Chicago suburbs to the Mizzou Aquatic Center. Coming from a family of swimmers, Grevers tells tales of losing his college program shortly before his senior …
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Ron English & Constant van Hoeven - Living in Delusionville & The Street Art Explosion
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A delusional Blind Shovel, this one with street artist and painter Ron English alongside filmmaker and designer Constant van Hoeven. We discuss the film Living in Delusionville, the evolution of street art, aging as an artist, Warhol, imprisonment, family, and much more. Ron's Instagram Ron's Website Constant's Instagram Constant's Website Header i…
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On this week’s episode of “Mizzou Storytellers,” Dave Matter and guest co-host Brock Webb visit with another Brock, Mizzou football special teams analyst and Tigers legend Brock Olivo in an entertaining, emotional, story-filled interview. The record-setting former running back details his childhood in Missouri, his late-blooming development into a …
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Brett Stenson - QSL Cards & The Young Jerks
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A rosy and peaceful Blind Shovel, this one with illustrator and designer Brett Stenson. We discuss art school, the aesthetics of Milwaukee, the illustrator-designer fusion, working in groups, his fine art carvings, and much more. Brett's Website Brett's Instagram The Young Jerks Header image: Brett Stenson, "Milwaukie Store Mural", 2024…
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Inside Mizzou Athletics - The Top Ten Dates of 23-24
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Brad and Matt take a look back at the ten best dates for Mizzou Athletics in the 2023-2024 season across all sports, and then a look at the top ten changes coming to college football in the much-anticipated 2024 campaign. (Spoiler alert: not all of the changes may need to be taken literally) See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and Calif…
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David Schoner - The Death of E.T. & The NJ Film Explosion
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A bewhiskered Blind Shovel, this one with filmmaker and film producer David Schoner. We discuss his moustache, New Jersey's film boom, the beauty of the beginning of Pixar's Up, his favorite films, cotton candy, and much more. David's IMDB Header image: Garden State Film Festival, "David Schoner", 2024…
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Michael Wimer - Afro-Beat & Indiana Doomer Music
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A bombastic Blind Shovel, this one with percussionist and podcast producer Michael Wimer. We discuss Indiana, afro-beat, ritualistic drumming, cultural appropriation, Kendrick & Kanye, podcasting, and much more. Indiana Doomer Music Unregistered with Thaddeus Russell Header image: Benedict Jones, "Portrait of Michael Wimer", 2023…
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Ron Regé, Jr - Xerox'd Beginnings & The Cartoon Utopia
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A blissful Blind Shovel, this one with cartoonist and musician Ron Regé, Jr. We discuss early zine culture, delivered inspiration, New-Age & the Occult, drumming, channeling the Self, and much more. Ron's Website Ron's Instagram Header image: Ron Regé, Jr, "Short Run 2023 Poster Excerpt", 2023By Michael Olivo
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In the latest episode of “Mizzou Storytellers,” Nikki Barry and Dave Matter welcome newly hired Mizzou Director of Athletics Laird Veatch into the studio to tell his story – from speedy youth track star in Manhattan, Kansas, to Big Eight linebacker at Kansas State, to an athletics administrator on college sport’s biggest stage. Laird shares stories…
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Joe Kelly - Forever Losing Sleep & A Fire Lit By Guitar Hero
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A soothing Blind Shovel, this one with producer and musician Joe Kelly. We discuss Guitar Hero, the lessons of touring, producing rapper, friendship, the Williams Center, and much more. Forever Losing Sleep Joe's Instagram Header image: Joe Kelly, 2024By Michael Olivo
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Dave Levy - Moving Molecules & An Excellent Embouchure
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A jazzed-up Blind Shovel, this one with horn player Dave Levy. We discuss improvising, lip fitness, his career in Jazz, where to start with Jazz, moving molecules, and much more. Dave's Website Dave's Instagram Header image: Dave Levy, 2020By Michael Olivo
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Mizzou Storytellers - Shannon Welker
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In this week’s episode of “Mizzou Storytellers,” Nikki Barry and Dave Matter invited gymnastics coach Shannon Welker into the studio to talk about his roots in suburban St. Louis, his Hall of Fame collegiate career and how his love for the sport pulled him into coaching. Shannon reflects on the Missouri gymnastics program’s growth under his watch i…
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Adam Lovitz - Child-Coded & A Philly Journey
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A nomadic Blind Shovel, this one with painter Adam Lovitz. We discuss living in the sprawl of Philly, Adam's painting process, his approach to teaching, and much more. Adam's Website Adam's Instagram Header image: Adam Lovitz, "body double" 2021By Michael Olivo
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In this week’s “Mizzou Storytellers,” Nikki Barry and Dave Matter are joined by a master storyteller, the dean of Mizzou head coaches and the man behind “Tiger Style,” wrestling’s Brian Smith. Coach Smith details his journey from Long Island to South Florida to the Ivy League to Mizzou and all the stops in between that defined his climb as one of t…
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Mike Mokotow Pelczynski - Powered By Fans & The Cloud's Sound
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A warbling Blind Shovel, this one with musician and entrepreneur Mike Mokotow Pelczynski. We discuss AI's impact on music, his musical journey, Polish music, fan-powered royalty distribution, and much more. Forms + Shapes Mike's Instagram Header image: Armando Veve, "Domino" 2018By Michael Olivo
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Head coach Larissa Anderson previews this week's NCAA Tournament Regional hosted by No. 7 Mizzou softball. Plus hear from pitchers Cierra Harrison and Marissa McCann on this special edition of Tiger Talk. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.…
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Brandon Graham - Surviving The Red Planet & Brandon Things
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An episodic Blind Shovel, this one with cartoonist Brandon Graham. We discuss Las Vegas, porn, his latest diary comic, The Fifth Element, Madwoman of the Sacred Heart, and much more. Brandon's Books Brandon's Instagram Header image: Brandon Graham, "Untitled" 2024By Michael Olivo
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In the latest “Mizzou Storytellers” episode, Nikki Barry and Dave Matter visit with the ideas man of Mizzou Athletics, Senior Associate Director of Athletics and Chief Revenue Officer Greg Hulen. Greg shares stories about his childhood in Florida – with a pitstop in Missouri at Fort Leonard Wood – and his college days at Florida State, where he was…
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Inside Mizzou Athletics - Hoops and T-Shirts with Rob Summers
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We visit with new Mizzou Men's Basketball assistant coach Rob Summers and chat about his wide-ranging career in basketball, including why he has a shirt missing somewhere in North Africa. Later, Brad and Matt get you caught up on everything about Mizzou Athletics (while enjoying a delicious plate lunch)! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/priv…
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Gary Bodker - The Unbreakable Mr. Glass & Taking Care Of Business
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A reflective Blind Shovel, this one with glass-man Gary Bodker. We discuss efficiency vs innovation, art school, the business of being an artist, fatherhood, and much more. Gary's Website Gary's Instagram Header image: Gary Bodker, "Organic Dinnerware" 2024By Michael Olivo
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Laird Veatch Introductory Press Conference
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Pete Gamlen - Petey Royale & Crumpets, Please
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A proper loaf of a Blind Shovel, this one with illustrator and musician Pete Gamlen. We discuss editorial illustration, the Shut-Ins, the topology of crumpets, an English death, and much more. Pete's Website Pete's Instagram Header image: Pete Gamlen, "Mass Layoffs" 2024By Michael Olivo
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Inside Mizzou Athletics - Mizzou in the NFL Draft with Eric Edholm
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Matt and Brad chat with Eric Edholm of NFL Media about the Mizzou Football players who could hear their name called in this weekend's NFL Draft in Detroit. Later, the guys catch up on everything going on around Mizzou Athletics (including good-looking plans for the North end at Memorial Stadium). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and …
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Inside Mizzou Athletics - Back to Back Titles for Mizzou Cheer
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For the second year in a row, Mizzou Cheer has brought a national championship to Columbia... and even Truman is in on the action! We chat with head coach Cynthia Metz about her team's repeat success in this episode, then Brad and Matt get you caught up on everything going on around Mizzou Athletics. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy …
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On this episode of “Mizzou Storytellers”, Nikki Barry and Dave Matter visit with Rachel Blunt, Mizzou’s Senior Associate Director of Athletics for Student-Athlete Development & Championship Performance/Senior Woman Administrator. Besides having the longest job title at Mizzou Athletics, Rachel has a fascinating story to tell, from Southeast Missour…
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Dan Bunn - A Long Technical Journey & Oily Observations
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A dripping and oily Blind Shovel, this one with painter Dan Bunn. We discuss graffiti, the technical aspects of oil painting, Jackson Pollack, Pablo Picasso, and much more. Dan's Website Dan's Instagram Header image: Dan Bunn, "Life Force" 2021By Michael Olivo
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It's a special edition of Tiger Talk with head softball coach Larissa Anderson recapping the series win against Florida, and senior middle infielders Jenna Laird and Maddie Gallagher talking about their childhood days on Long Island turning double plays and making up handshakes. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy…
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Margot Ferrick - Bora Visions & Eggy Swans
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An elegant Blind Shovel, this one with cartoonist Margot Ferrick. We discuss the influence of manga, Bora, Dark Souls, comics lettering, Bakune Young and much more. Margot's Website Margot's Instagram The Rising Stars of Manga Header image: Margot Ferrick, 2024By Michael Olivo
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It's a special edition of Tiger Talk with head softball coach Larissa Anderson updating us on the season so far, third baseman Kara Daly talking about her pet kitty, and first baseman Abby Hay showing off her freaky fingers. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-inf…
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Inside Mizzou Athletics - Golf and Guffaws
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Some golf and guffaws in this episode - a guffaw is a hearty laugh, by the way - as Matt and Brad chat with Mizzou Men's Golf standout Jack Lundin, then visit with former Mizzou Football player turned stand-up comedian, Michael Oldroyd! Later, the guys catch you up on everything going on around Mizzou Athletics. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.…
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Mizzou Storytellers - Glen Millican
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In this week’s “Mizzou Storytellers” episode, Nikki Barry and Dave Matter get to know first-year Mizzou men’s golf coach Glen Millican, a Texas native who spent three decades as a player and coach at University of New Mexico before taking over Mizzou’s program in 2023. Glen shares how his father taught him the game of golf in Texas and how a recrui…
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Dan Nadel - PictureBox Inc. & The Lucas Museum of Narrative Art
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A refined Blind Shovel, this one with curator and publisher Dan Nadel. We discuss PictureBox Inc., the curatorial impulse, the flaws and strengths of institutions, R. Crumb, The Lucas, and much more. Dan's Website Dan's Instagram Header image: Dan NadelBy Michael Olivo
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In this week’s episode of “Mizzou Storytellers,” Nikki Barry and Dave Matter are joined by Associate Athletics Director of Marketing and Fan Experience Tony Daniel, who shares the story of his journey from Georgia to Buffalo to Mizzou. The former Division I quarterback recalls his college playing career and what shaped his decision to launch a care…
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Anthony Visco - Mummified Churches & The Sin of The Art That Answers
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A pious Blind Shovel, this one with devotional artist Anthony Visco. We discuss the museumification of churches, art school in the 60s, faith in Europe, Gaudí vs Matisse, the "bad boys" of the Renaissance, and much more. Anthony's Website Anthony's Instagram Header image: Anthony Visco, "Family Saints Triptych"…
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Inside Mizzou Athletics - Championship Season and... Mascots at Pro Day?
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Brad and Matt run down a Softball win over the Jayhawks, takeaways from Football's Spring Game, and championship dreams for Mizzou Wrestling, Gymnastics, and women's Swim and Dive. Later, Brad wonders which SEC mascots would be best suited for Pro Day activities, as Football holds its Pro Day on March 22nd (it makes more sense than you think!). See…
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Mandla - A Zany Zulu & His Ugly Sweaters
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A globe-trotting Blind Shovel, this one with musician Mandla of Ugly Sweaters. We discuss his Zulu name, South Africa, music & church, hardcore, and much more. Mandla's Website Mandla's Instagram Header image: Mandla, "East Bay Love" 2020By Michael Olivo
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Tiger Style Podcast - NCAA Wrestling Championships Preview Live from Bud's BBQ
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Mizzou head coach Brian Smith joins Beau Baehman and Keenan Hagerty at Bud's as the Tigers prepare for this week's NCAA Wrestling Championships in Kansas City. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Mizzou Storytellers - Live at the Spring Game!
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Dave and Nikki take the pod inside Memorial Stadium for a Spring Game edition of Mizzou Storytellers! Mizzou football alums Barrett Banister and Corby Jones are among the guests. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.…
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Inside Mizzou Athletics - Tigers Springing Ahead
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Matt and Brad catch up on everything going on around Mizzou Athletics now that Spring season is in full swing... including Football's annual Spring Game, an update on diamond sports, Wrestling's impending trip to the NCAA Tournament in KC, and much more. Later, Brad finds a fun way to get us all in the mood for the season. See Privacy Policy at htt…
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Bitmap Books - Publishing Pixels & The Allure of Commodore 64
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A Blind Shovel of ink and pixels, this one with publisher and graphic designer Sam Dyer of Bitmap Books. We discuss Kickstarter, Commodore 64, Metal Slug, high-quality publishing, and much more. Bitmap Books' Website Bitmap Books' Instagram Header image: Sam Dyer "Self-Portrait"By Michael Olivo
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Mizzou Storytellers - Dawn Sullivan
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On the latest episode of Mizzou Storytellers, Nikki Barry and Dave Matter visit with volleyball coach Dawn Sullivan, fresh off her debut season guiding the Tigers back to the NCAA Tournament. The 2023 SEC Coach of the Year shares the story of her journey from her family’s farm in rural Minnesota to her decorated playing career at Kansas State, a le…
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Noah Van Sciver - Joseph Smith & Not Entering Sandman
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A seasoned Blind Shovel, this one with cartoonist Noah Van Sciver. We discuss BLAMMO, honoring deadlines, his interview channel, Mormonism, and much more. Noah's Instagram Noah's Fantagraphics Books Noah's Youtube Channel Header image: Noah Van Sciver "Self-Portrait", 2021By Michael Olivo
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Inside Mizzou Athletics - Mizzou Club Hockey Set for Nationals in STL
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For the second straight year, Mizzou Club Hockey won their conference and are headed to ACHA Nationals... with a lot shorter trip to St. Louis for the competition! Hear from Nick Spolec, Drew Driscoll and Eli Baumstark about their team's success this year, then hear Matt and Brad catch you up on everything that's new with Mizzou Athletics. See Priv…
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Inside Mizzou Athletics - Tennis Talk with Bianca Turati
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Mizzou Tennis Head Coach Bianca Turati talks about growing up in Italy - including the other sport she chose to let go for her tennis career - playing as a collegian and pro in the United States, what she likes about her team, and much more. Later, Brad and Matt get you caught up on all things happening in Mizzou Athletics. See Privacy Policy at ht…
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mepaintsme - Curious Curation & The Embrace of Anonymity
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A hidden Blind Shovel, this one with artist and curator mepaintsme. We discuss the curatorial process, operating an online gallery, elitism, the merits of illustration, his upcoming show at Jack Hanley, and much more. mepaintsme's Website mepaintsme's Instagram Header image: mepaintsme, "Logo", 2024By Michael Olivo
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In this week’s “Mizzou Storytellers” episode, Nikki Barry and Dave Matter visit with the ultimate insider of Mizzou Athletics, Associate Athletics Director for Administration Morgan Domenick to discuss her journey from the Florida tennis courts to Mizzou’s senior leadership team. A world traveler on the youth tennis circuit and former student-athle…
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