The Cornerstore spoke with Emcee and Artist Manager Navarro about his name change from Scheme to Navarro and being a bilingual lyricist; the creation of Loop Theory; and much more.

The Cornerstore spoke with Painter and Visual Artist Vivian Le about the role cartoons and anime has played into her artistic style, her first experiences working with galleries, and enjoying the separation of art and working a 9-5.

The Cornerstore spoke with Monique Meloche about The Monique Meloche Gallery and the practices they plan to continue post-pandemic; the strength of the contemporary art market; and much more.

The Cornerstore spoke with Monique Meloche about The Monique Meloche Gallery and the practices they plan to continue post-pandemic; the strength of the contemporary art market; and much more. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/3812473/3812473_2021-02-03-055613.64kmono.mp3 Installation view, Ben Murray: If I Needed You, January 9 – February 13, 2021, …

The Cornerstore spoke with Demetrius Amparan about his latest project, “Surveillance Alert”, and all of the works he’s recently dropped including music videos for “Real” + “Say Something”. Demetrius also talks about being a girl-dad; the recent loss of his father, Edward, and The Edward Amparan “DREAM REAL BIG” Essay Contest that is launching in hi…

The Cornerstore spoke with Demetrius Amparan about his latest project, "Surveillance Alert", and all of the works he's recently dropped including music videos for "Real" + "Say Something". Demetrius also talks about being a girl-dad; the recent loss of his father, Edward, and The Edward Amparan “DREAM REAL BIG” Essay Contest that is launching in hi…

The Cornerstore spoke with Felicia Rose Chavez about her debut book "The Anti-Racist Writing Workshop: How to Decolonize the Creative Classroom"; her journey with becoming an educator; and much more.

The Cornerstore spoke with Author Kathy Iandoli about continuously ensuring women are at the center of her writings; writing the definitive biography of Aaliyah titled “Baby Girl: Better Known as Aaliyah”; and shares stories about the early beginnings of her career. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/3810040/3810040_2021-01-26-043340.64kmono.mp3…

The Cornerstore spoke with Author Kathy Iandoli about continuously ensuring women are at the center of her writings; writing the definitive biography of Aaliyah titled "Baby Girl: Better Known as Aaliyah"; and shares stories about the early beginnings of her career.

The Cornerstore spoke with Visual Artist and Musician Arrington Porter about his recent work with Disney Pixar for the movie SOUL, the power of social media and having his work go viral several times, and what he has in the works musically and visually.

The Cornerstore spoke with Mixed-Media Artist Chris Silva about the many disciplines he specializes in; the importance of the graffiti and skateboard scenes in his creation process throughout the years; and the constant goal of keeping art adventurous. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/3806885/3806885_2021-01-10-203625.64kmono.mp3 Images courtesy of…

The Cornerstore spoke with Mixed-Media Artist Chris Silva about the many disciplines he specializes in; the importance of the graffiti and skateboard scenes in his creation process throughout the years; and the constant goal of keeping art adventurous.

The Cornerstore spoke with Alt_ Co-Founders Jordan Campbell and Jon Veal about Alt_ Chicago and the work they do, their individual backgrounds in the arts, and more.

The Cornerstore spoke with Brittney Carter about her debut album "As I Am" and the importance of collaboration throughout it, being a part of the Loop Theory collective, this year in music, and much more.

The Cornerstore spoke with Brittney Carter about her debut album “As I Am” and the importance of collaboration throughout it, being a part of the Loop Theory collective, this year in music, and much more. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/3800450/3800450_2020-11-27-101150.64kmono.mp3 Stay connected with The Cornerstore on Twitter, Instagram,and Soun…

The Cornerstore spoke with Vic Lloyd about staying busy during quarantine and picking up new activities, the formation of Fat Tiger Workshop and being 1 of the 4 Fat Tigers, continuously inventing and reinventing himself, and more.

The Cornerstore spoke with Vic Lloyd about staying busy during quarantine and picking up new activities, the formation of Fat Tiger Workshop and being 1 of the 4 Fat Tigers, continuously inventing and reinventing himself, and more. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/3800451/3800451_2020-11-27-113651.64kmono.mp3 Stay connected with The Cornerstore on …

The Cornerstore spoke with Atlas about expanding beyond graffiti and transitioning into the fine art side, his life beyond the art, and much more.

The Cornerstore spoke with Atlas about expanding beyond graffiti and transitioning into the fine art side, his life beyond the art, and much more. Image courtesy of Atlas Image courtesy of Atlas Image courtesy of Atlas https://serve.castfire.com/audio/3796949/3796949_2020-11-18-062649.64kmono.mp3 Stay connected with The Cornerstore on Twitter, Inst…

The Cornerstore spoke with President & CEO of Delmark Records, Julia Miller, about the history of Delmark Records, her journey through music and her love for the guitar, and more. Image courtesy of Julia Millerhttps://serve.castfire.com/audio/3796948/3796948_2020-11-18-060548.64kmono.mp3 Stay connected with The Cornerstore on Twitter, Instagram,and…

The Cornerstore spoke with President & CEO of Delmark Records, Julia Miller, about the history of Delmark Records, her journey through music and her love for the guitar, and more.

The Cornerstore spoke with Myron Laban about his solo exhibition “Sitting With My Thoughts” at the Elephant Room Gallery & the constant growth/expansion of his craft, actively working as a formerly trained pharmacist, and more. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/3799737/3799737_2020-11-23-124937.64kmono.mp3 Stay connected with The Cornerstore on Twit…

The Cornerstore spoke with Myron Laban about his solo exhibition "Sitting With My Thoughts" at the Elephant Room Gallery & the constant growth/expansion of his craft, actively working as a formerly trained pharmacist, and more.

The Cornerstore spoke with Asiaha (Ay-sha) Butler, Co-founder & President of the Resident Association of Greater Englewood (R.A.G.E.) about how R.A.G.E. came to be, how she personally got in this work of community organzing, and more.

The Cornestore spoke with Prob Cause about his early integration into the Chicago Hip-Hop Community; releasing a project in the midst of a pandemic - 'Moonflower' EP; and his fundraiser for Connections For The Homeless on November 20th.

The Cornerstore spoke with Penny Pinch about the origin of his name, the turning point that led to him putting his work on the street and staying under the radar, & provides insight into one of his main recurring characters.

The Cornerstore spoke with founder of TNTJ Tennessee Trans Journey Project, member of Chicago Trans Gender Nonconforming Collective and the Trans Liberation Collective, and Director of Brave Space Alliance, LaSaia Wade, about motherhood and the vital role(s) of Brave Space Alliance for/in the community. LaSaia also speaks about breaking barriers an…

The Cornerstore spoke with Ausar about his latest EP "Flight of the Honeybee", being apart of the New School of emerging Chicago Hip-Hop musicians and his musical journey up until this point, what he does beyond music, and much more. Stay connected with The Cornerstore on Twitter, Instagram,and Soundcloud! You can also access and download episodes …

The Cornerstore spoke with David Kelly aka cap D about being one of the integral Hip-Hop Writers during the era that helped give Chicago an identity in the conversation of music and especially hip-hop, transitioning to the role of Chief Legal Officer for the Golden State Warriors, and more. Stay connected with The Cornerstore on Twitter, Instagram,…

The Cornerstore spoke with Naira about stepping “out of her shell”; her experiences with supporting and organizing protests; the creation of BLCK RISING and the crucial work they’ve been doing all summer; and much more. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/3789127/3789127_2020-10-13-053827.64kmono.mp3 Image courtesy of Naira Image courtesy of Naira Ima…

The Cornerstore spoke with Naira about stepping "out of her shell"; her experiences with supporting and organizing protests; the creation of BLCK RISING and the crucial work they've been doing all summer; and much more. Stay connected with The Cornerstore on Twitter, Instagram,and Soundcloud! You can also access and download episodes via Spotify an…

The Cornerstore spoke with Delilah Martinez about all of the work she’s been doing throughout the entirety of the stay-at-home order including volunteer work, finding innovative ways to support the Black Lives Matter Movement, and more. Delilah sheds light as to how the Mural Movement came about; the importance of hiring the youth so they’re able t…

The Cornerstore spoke with Delilah Martinez about all of the work she's been doing throughout the entirety of the stay-at-home order including volunteer work, finding innovative ways to support the Black Lives Matter Movement, and more. Delilah sheds light as to how the Mural Movement came about; the importance of hiring the youth so they're able t…

The Cornerstore spoke with Organizer and Community Architect Mashaun Ali about the restorative justice based street-wear brand & boutique Trap House Chicago, Feed 79th initiative, and much more. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/3778015/3778015_2020-08-01-185615.64kmono.mp3 Stay connected with The Cornerstore on Twitter, Instagram,and Soundcloud! Yo…

The Cornerstore spoke with Organizer and Community Architect Mashaun Ali about the restorative justice based street-wear brand & boutique Trap House Chicago, Feed 79th initiative, and much more. Stay connected with The Cornerstore on Twitter, Instagram,and Soundcloud! You can also access and download episodes via Spotify and Apple!…

The Cornerstore spoke with Bianca and Raniya of VLA #ChangeTheName about their ongoing efforts to change the name of Douglas Park to honor Frederick & Anna-Murray Douglass instead of Stephen Douglas. Bianca walks us through the process of getting the name change completed; shares how this campaign came about; and more. Stay connected with The Corne…

The Cornerstore spoke with Bianca and Raniya of VLA #ChangeTheName about their ongoing efforts to change the name of Douglas Park to honor Frederick & Anna-Murray Douglass instead of Stephen Douglas. Bianca walks us through the process of getting the name change completed; shares how this campaign came about; and more. https://serve.castfire.com/au…

The Cornerstore spoke with TJ & Drew The Barber of No Cuts x No Glory Barber Shop about how they began working together, the on-going importance of the barbershop and what it means for the culture, the type of environment they aim to have in their space, and more. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/3780191/3780191_2020-08-14-111831.64kmono.mp3 Stay c…

The Cornerstore spoke with TJ & Drew The Barber of No Cuts x No Glory Barber Shop about how they began working together, the on-going importance of the barbershop and what it means for the culture, the type of environment they aim to have in their space, and more. Stay connected with The Cornerstore on Twitter, Instagram,and Soundcloud! You can als…

The Cornerstore spoke with Alan Ket, Co-Founder of the Museum of Graffiti, about the museum and it's dedication to the graffiti art form. Alan also talks about the significance of the museum's location in Wynwood, his personal evolution as an artist, and more. Stay connected with The Cornerstore on Twitter, Instagram,and Soundcloud! You can also ac…

The Cornerstore spoke with Alan Ket, Co-Founder of the Museum of Graffiti, about the museum and it’s dedication to the graffiti art form. Alan also talks about the significance of the museum’s location in Wynwood, his personal evolution as an artist, and more. Image Courtesy of Alan Ket Image Courtesy of Alan Ket Image Courtesy of Alan Ket https://…

The Cornerstore spoke with Jeff Zimmermann about the challenges of creating murals during quarantine, the integral role graphic design plays in his aesthetic, the transition from street art to gallery work, and more. Stay connected with The Cornerstore on Twitter, Instagram,and Soundcloud! You can also access and download episodes via Spotify and A…

The Cornerstore spoke with Charlie Kane & Maria Mora about their Documentary, "For The Record" that covers women DJs and their experiences in the music scene; how they got their start in their respective art forms, and more. Stay connected with The Cornerstore on Twitter, Instagram,and Soundcloud! You can also access and download episodes via Spoti…

The Cornerstore spoke with contemporary jeweler Georgina Trevino about the power of social media with endless possibilities for collaboration, constantly changing and evolving as an artist, and more. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/3780717/3780717_2020-08-18-144017.64kmono.mp3 Stay connected with The Cornerstore on Twitter, Instagram,and Soundclou…

The Cornerstore spoke with contemporary jeweler Georgina Trevino about the power of social media with endless possibilities for collaboration, constantly changing and evolving as an artist, and more. Stay connected with The Cornerstore on Twitter, Instagram,and Soundcloud! You can also access and download episodes via Spotify and Apple!…

The Cornerstore spoke with Chicago Reader Publisher and Hall of Famer, Tracy Baim, about the never-ending desire to be a journalist and covering queer stories/news the right way, what the future holds for the Chicago Reader, and more. Stay connected with The Cornerstore on Twitter, Instagram,and Soundcloud! You can also access and download episodes…

The Cornerstore spoke with Chicago Reader Publisher and Hall of Famer, Tracy Baim, about the never-ending desire to be a journalist and covering queer stories/news the right way, what the future holds for the Chicago Reader, and more. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/3772904/3772904_2020-07-03-221804.64kmono.mp3 Stay connected with The Cornerstore …

The Cornerstore spoke with Henry Chalfant about documenting hip-hop as a cultural form, the creation of Style Wars, advocating for hip-hop culture/the youth, and more. Stay connected with The Cornerstore on Twitter, Instagram,and Soundcloud! You can also access and download episodes via Spotify and Apple!…

The Cornerstore spoke with Henry Chalfant about documenting hip-hop as a cultural form, the creation of Style Wars, advocating for hip-hop culture/the youth, and more. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/3777011/3777011_2020-07-26-133611.64kmono.mp3 Image Courtesy of Henry Chalfant Image Courtesy of Henry Chalfant Image Courtesy of Henry Chalfant Stay…

The Cornerstore spoke with Liz Flores about the use of cubism and geometry throughout her work; the power of social media in art; and the relationship between being a business owner and an artist. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/3760374/3760374_2020-05-24-230814.64kmono.mp3 Stay connected with The Cornerstore on Twitter, Instagram,and Soundcloud! …