Best Artmaking Podcasts (2024)

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Hatched #34 - Kelly Bond 47:22

25d ago47:22

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Kelly Bond is a New Orleans based director, choreographer, performer and teacher. Her and her creative partner, Ellery Burton, recently premiered their latest dance experiment, Fuzzy Bulldozer, at Catapult as part of our Mondo Bizarro Presents series. They'll be doing it again in Philadelphia and New Orleans later this year so follow Kelly on socia…

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Hatched #33 - Steve Bailey 1:05:49

2M ago1:05:49

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Steve Bailey is a theater artist, teacher, and arts administrator. He was the co-founder and producing director of Jump-Start Performance Co. in San Antonio, TX and has worked internationally with production companies from Peru to Slovakia. We got to talk to him on one of his last days as the Director of Operations for the National Performance Netw…

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Hatched #32 - ashley sparks 1:02:20

4M ago1:02:20

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ashley sparks is a theater maker, engagement strategist, collaboration coach, and facilitator, as well as a long-time friend and collaborator with Mondo Bizarro. You can learn more about her from the links below as well as find some info related to subjects brought up on the show. spark+dive (facilitation & consulting business) mark-n-sparks (colla…

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Hatched #31 - Hali Dardar 1:03:05

4M ago1:03:05

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Hali Dardar is a New Media enthusiast, interaction designer and a member of the United Houma Nation. Her work supports process development, community-based design, language revitalization, indigenous media, and memory documentation. Some links Hali mentions during the podcast are: 10 Words in Uma Houma Language Project Language Keepers For more inf…

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Hatched #30 - Madeleine Grace Kelly 54:02

6M ago54:02

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Madeleine Grace Kelly is a visual artist and educator living in New Orleans. She is receiving her MFA from UNO this spring and you can witness her master’s thesis exhibition entitled Temple of Familiars at the UNO Gallery (2429 St. Claude St) from March 9th to April 7th. From the official blurb about her show: Her paintings, etchings, and installat…

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Hatched #29 - Katya Chizayeva 57:11

6M ago57:11

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Katya Chizayeva is a New Orleans-based Ukrainian American artist, community activist, and acupuncturist. She is currently working on a show with Goat in the Road Productions based on her recent experiences in Ukraine called Top 5 Survival Moves, which gives us "a glimpse of Chizayeva’s ongoing work with Ukrainian soldiers coming back from the front…

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Hatched #28 - Nicole Marquez 55:09

6M ago55:09

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Nicole Marquez is a dancer, advocate and a survivor of brain and spinal injuries. Approximately 15 years ago she relocated to New York with the aspiration of pursuing a career in dance on Broadway. Her dreams were momentarily deferred following an accident where she fell six stories from the roof of her apartment building. She will be performing he…

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Hatched #27 - Lizz Freeman Kelly 58:43

7M ago58:43

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LIzz Freeman Kelly is the Executive Director of ricRACK, a creative reuse shop and community sewing studio. ricRACK'S main focus is "keeping textiles out of the landfill and teaching all of New Orleans how to sew." Our theme music is by Rotary Downs. For more information about Mondo Bizarro and to donate visit www.mondobizarro.org.…

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Faith and Addie - Season 3 Finale 38:57

9M ago38:57

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In the last episode of Season 3, Faith and Addie recap the season, share their reflections and discuss the tension of holding both hope and motivation to continue to make change. The hosts recount past guest conversations, learnings they’ve taken away from these discussions and questions they get asked most as they continue to tackle the dialogue o…

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Hatched #26 - Becca Chapman 53:45

9M ago53:45

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Becca Chapmans is a Chalmation, a performer, an educator, a lover of community, and curious human being. She, along with Alex Smith, co-founded a healthcare clowning nonprofit, Prescription Joy, that brings imagination and wonder to pediatric and adult hospitals in the Greater New Orleans area. Our theme music is by Rotary Downs. For more informati…

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Hatched #25 - Simone Immanuel 1:02:11

9M ago1:02:11

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Simone Immanuel is a New Orleans born actor, writer, singer and dancer. We recently presented a work-in-progress showing of her one woman show On My Way: My Ancestors Wildest Dreams at our studio, Catapult, as part of our Mondo Bizarro Presents series. Simone says that the hope of her work is to show that God is with us all. Her goal is to use her …

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Mauricio Díaz on Vulnerability in Running, The Power of the Invitation and Building “La Familia” 1:08:19

11M ago1:08:19

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Mauricio (Mau) Díaz is the CEO and co-founder of Aire Libre Running. Aire Libre designs and operates running and hiking experiences around the world that connect participants to new places and cultures through sustainable tourism. Mau is from Mexico City, Mexico and enjoys exploring the mountains around the city by foot (often accompanied by his do…

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Hatched #24 - Synamin Vixen 50:23

11M ago50:23

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Synamin Vixen is a dancer, actor, poet, teacher, sex doula, herbalist, and so much more. She is bringing her latest performance called Daughter of a Nymph Devine to our studio, Catapult, this weekend (September 22, 23, 24). Seating is limited so get your reservations here today. Our theme music is by Rotary Downs. For more information about Mondo B…

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Kayla Jeter on The Power of Community, Going FURTHER and Aspiring to Be Ourselves 1:04:03

11M ago1:04:03

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Kayla Jeter is a Cleveland Ohio native, former professional volleyball player, mindset coach, personal trainer, stress-management coach and wellness entrepreneur. She is the founder of #100MilesofSummer, a global running community and founder of Soho House Chicago Run Club. Kayla is a global Lululemon ambassador and a member of the Lululemon FURTHE…

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Ambreen Tariq on Finding YOUR Outdoors, Empathy and Reclaiming Patriotism 1:15:35

12M ago1:15:35

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Ambreen Tariq is a Muslim, an immigrant, an activist, and an outdoor enthusiast. She describes herself as a proud feminist and an advocate for social justice in American society. She’s the founder of @BrownPeopleCamping, a social media initiative that uses digital storytelling to celebrate people of color in the outdoor community. Ambreen is also t…

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Chelsea Murphy on Raising Children in Nature, Co-creating a Welcoming Space for BIPOC Folks Outside, and Using Social Platforms for Deeper Community Engagement 50:45

1y ago50:45

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Chelsea Murphy is an outdoor advocate, enthusiast, creative, and inspirer. She is the mother of three, and is on a mission to create a better, more inclusive outdoor culture for her mixed children. Born in San Diego, CA and raised in Tacoma, WA she has always had a connection with nature and the outdoors. After moving to the mountains, she immediat…

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The Trail Ahead Presents: Immigrantly "Are Humans and Nature Separate?" featuring Vanessa Chavarriaga Posada 38:32

1y ago38:32

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This week the Trail Ahead brings you an episode by Immigrantly, "a boundary-pushing, border-crossing podcast that gives diverse voices and stories home." Their guest, Vanessa Chavarriaga Posada, is a Colombian-American athlete, activist, and environmental sociologist who is always on the move. From the freezing valleys of Alaska to the cloud forest…

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38. Yatika Starr Fields on Healing through Running, Artmaking, and Grieving the Changes that Need to be Made and Making Them 1:22:46

1y ago1:22:46

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Yatika Starr Fields, is a Painter and Muralist who lives and works in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Yatika Fields is part of the Cherokee, Creek and Osage Tribes. He is also a Bear clan member. While attending the Art Institute of Boston from 2000 to 2004, he became interested in Graffiti aesthetics, which has been integral to his knowledge and process along wi…

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Brittany Leavitt on Joy-filled Affinity Spaces, Active Rest, and Co-founding Brown Girls Climb 1:04:49

1y ago1:04:49

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Brittany Leavitt is the co-founder of Brown Girls Climb, a lifelong educator and someone who loves the outdoors. We talk with her about what it means to be shifting careers to be the full-tome CEO of Brown Girls Climb and how she first came to the outdoors. Hint: Her career day outfit in Elementary School says a lot! Brittany has always connected t…

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Stef Flippin on a Human-First Approach, Avoiding a pattern of Injury, and Showing up at Each Start Line for more than just Yourself (with a debrief featuring Victoria Lo of Chinatown Runners) 1:23:33

1y ago1:23:33

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Stefanie is an ultra trail and road runner located in the Front Range of Colorado. She is the 2021 USATF 100-mile road champion and course record holder (6th fastest all-time American woman for the distance). She is also a foot and ankle surgeon alongside her husband, with a passion for treating athletes. Stefanie is passionate about increasing BIP…

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Ahmad Hijazi on Thru-hiking, Feeling at Home in Nature, and Arab Representation in the Outdoors (featuring a debrief with Maytha Alhassen, PhD!) 1:22:31

1y ago1:22:31

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Ahmad Related Links: Lebanon Mountain Trail https://www.lebanontrail.org/home We Got Next https://www.we-got-next.org/ Info on Dearborn https://www.thenationalnews.com/arts-culture/how-dearborn-michigan-became-the-heart-of-arab-america-1.117177 https://www.michiganradio.org/arts-culture/2014-07-09/what-explains-michigans-large-arab-american-communi…

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34. Mirna Valerio on Going FURTHER, Getting Back to the New You, and The Power of Voice 57:40

1y ago57:40

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In this conversation with Mirna Valerio, ultramarathoner, cyclist, skier, author, and so much more, we start with the origin story of how she fell in love with running and then dive into what it means to know and love your body in all of its stages - especially during recovery. We also talk about her memoir, A Beautiful Work in Progress, what she i…

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Everett Ó Cillín on Finding Beauty in the Hard, Trails as Conversation, Trans and Nonbinary Representation, and Marginalia 59:31

1+ y ago59:31

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Everett is a curator, organizer, and adventure cyclist currently based in the coastal mountains of a region now known as Santa Cruz, CA. For over a decade they've been using bicycle travel as a way of exploring their relationship to the worlds within and without. As a trans and genderqueer adventure cyclist they find themself seeking out the in bet…

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Ingrid Backstrom on Kicking Open Doors, Increasing Inclusivity in Skiing and Bringing the Gummy Bears 1:50:25

1+ y ago1:50:25

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Ingrid Backstrom has been a professional skier for over twenty years and is a household name and someone widely considered a “legend” in the world of free skiing. She is also a mother, a filmmaker, and co-founder of S.A.F.E. A.S. backcountry clinics. In this conversation we discuss Ingrid’s professional skiing career and her journey as a woman in a…

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Grace Anderson on Riding Bikes Down Big Hills, Dreaming Shit Up Together and Subverting Systems of Oppression 1:24:08

1+ y ago1:24:08

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Grace Anderson is a dreamer, a builder, and a Black queer feminist who writes and imagines futures where choice is a human right. In this conversation we discuss why she loves to giggle and fly downhills on her bike, solo adventures in the outdoors, the importance of journaling, and learning that it's important to build what you're for and not what…

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Season 3 Welcome Back: Faith & Addie on Theories of Change, Trail Running, and Climate Conversations 59:20

1+ y ago59:20

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Welcome back to Season 3 of The Trail Ahead, hosted by Faith E. Briggs & Addie Thompson. In this episode they reflect on why bringing together their multiplicities of identity is essential to their theory of change - which is (clumsily) that with a multi-racial dialogue that seeks to amplify the voices on the frontlines of environmental justice the…

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The Unrestricted Selema Masekela Heart-Tether Conversation 2:46:29

1+ y ago2:46:29

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In January 2021 we sat down for what became a 3 hour conversation with the legendary Selema Masekela. We laughed, we cried, and by the end we realized we were undeniably tethered for life, a beautiful heart tether. We've had many people ask to hear the whole conversation, rather than the more edited 1 hour conversation we put out in April 2021. In …

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The Trail Ahead Presents: The Outside Voices Podcast and "A home for Asian women with Camp Cosmos" 41:41

1+ y ago41:41

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This week we feature an episode of a podcast we love that is also working toward a more inclusive and community minded outdoor community: The Outside Voices Podcast.Outside Voices Podcast: https://www.outsidevoicespodcast.com/Outside Voices on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/outsidevoicespodcast/Cassandra Lam of Collective Rest & The Cosmos: h…

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Peter Webb 16:58

1+ y ago16:58

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On this edition of Townie Radio, hosts Andrew Rossow and Betsy Spethmann talk with math professor and star pianist Peter Webb, who mulls over the connections between calculations, compositions . . . and ridiculous math jokes.By KYMN Radio | ArtMakers

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Townies Radio with guest Rich Larson, 2-2-23 17:19

1+ y ago17:19

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Townies Radio, produced by Artmakers, premieres with hosts Andrew Rossow and Betsy Spethmann and guest KYMN's own Rich Larson.By KYMN Radio | ArtMakers

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KYMN A Friend You Can Count On! (Test Audio) 0:05

1+ y ago0:05

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This audio is here just as a placeholder to setup the podcast. KYMN has served the Northfield community at 1080 AM since 1968. Founder Stan Stydnicki launched a station to provide an eclectic mix of programs, including community news, sports and music. Were A Friend You Can Count On!By KYMN Radio | ArtMakers

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The Trail Ahead Presents: Wild Ideas Worth Living featuring Evelynn Escobar of Hike Clerb 32:24

1+ y ago32:24

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Connect with Evelynn: Instagram Hike Clerb’s Instagram Hike Clerb’s website Read more on REI’s Uncommon Path Watch REI Co-op Studios, “To Touch the Earth”By shelby stanger, evelynn escobar, Faith E. Briggs, Addie Thompson

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Season 2 Finale: Faith & Addie reflect on Safe Spaces, Gatekeeping, White Guilt, Accountability & Allyship 1:05:49

1+ y ago1:05:49

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Additional Links Learn more about Erin McGrady from a previous project Faith and Erin worked on. Who is A Runner: Erin McGrady, co-directed by Faith E. Briggs & Tim KempleBy erin mcgrady, rae wyn-grant, carolyn finney, jose gonzalez, Faith E. Briggs, Addie Thompson

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Kamilah Journét on Running, Not Running and Creating Spaces of Belonging 1:27:27

2y ago1:27:27

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Kamilah Journét is a long-distance runner, environmentalist, and brand marketing strategist. She discovered her love for running in junior high and continued competing in Cross Country and Track at high school and collegiate levels. She joins The Trail Ahead for a conversation about: - creating a space of belonging in the outdoors - embracing a cha…

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Pattie Gonia: Honoring the Try, The Queerness of Nature and How Everything is Drag 1:30:16

2y ago1:30:16

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Quote: “When I look at nature, queerness is everywhere. The flowers in my backyard cannot pollinate each other without bees. So they're multi-species sexual. They literally have carriers that carry their pollen from flower to flower - that is so queer! The more time I spend out in nature, the more I'm reminded at just how natural I am. And that's r…

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Adam Merry: Diversity and Representation in Running from Track to Trail 1:15:59

2y ago1:15:59

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In today’s episode, Faith is joined by Adam Merry. Adam is an accomplished track and trail runner. He started trail running back in 2017 and has since raced distances, both on road and trail, of up to 100k. In this conversation, Faith and Adam talk about the importance of diversity and representation in running, both in track and trail. Adam shares…

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Pauses, Life Changes and Updates on The Trail Ahead 3:29

2y ago3:29

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As the summer comes to a close we are excited to share a few updates. Tune in to learn about all that's taking place with us, why Faith isn't in this episode and what's to come in the coming weeks. We always appreciate each of our listeners for continuing to support us and are happy to share some amazing life updates. We hop you'll take the time to…

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Dr. Peyton Thomas: Hitting the Trails, Climate Advocacy and Honing Your Personal Narrative 1:10:01

2y ago1:10:01

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Dr. Peyton Thomas is a truly impressive individual. She’s a scientist living in Boulder, Colorado, who is also an active and avid ultra-distance runner. She holds a PhD in marine biology, is a sponsored trail athlete, and has also competed in the Olympic trials. She joins The Trail Ahead today to discuss the climate, ocean, and the joys and challen…

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Dr. Carolyn Finney: Freedom, Friction and The Change Train 58:37

2y ago58:37

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Carolyn Finney is a storyteller, author, and a cultural geographer who is deeply interested in issues related to identity, difference, creativity, and resilience. She’s focused on developing greater cultural competency within environmental organizations, institutions, and the overall environmental movement. As the author of “Black Faces, White Spac…

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Terumi Murao: Sustainability, Surfing and Navigating Privilege 1:05:01

2y ago1:05:01

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Terumi Murao is a Japanese-American surfer, sustainable wardrobe stylist, and model. She’s an activist who spends her time working with the surf non-profit Laru Beya Surf Collective in Far Rockaway, Queens. Today, Terumi joins Faith & Addie to discuss sustainable fashion, surfing, making ethical choices, and navigating privilege. Terumi talks about…

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Molly Sugar: Cycling, Creating Space, and an Inclusive Outdoors 1:08:45

2y ago1:08:45

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Molly Sugar is a designer, writer, and cyclist based in Portland, Oregon. She’s the founder of Friends on Bikes and the co-founder of Radical Adventure Riders, both of which are organizations that work toward gender inclusivity and racial equity in cycling communities. In today’s episode, Molly joins us to talk about how she discovered her passion …

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Atongular Monique: Creating Pathways to Access, Living Beyond Stereotypes, and Making Waves 1:08:39

2y ago1:08:39

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When you think about surfing and catching waves, Queens, New York is definitely not the first place that comes to mind. However, the community of Rockaway, Queens is home to a very vibrant and well-connected surf community. Atongular Monique is a mentor at Laru Beya Collecting, a surfing-focused, non-profit organization that offers free surfing and…

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Gabe Vasquez: Environmental Equity, Accessibility, and Conservation 1:09:58

2y ago1:09:58

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Gabe Vasquez is a first-generation American who was born and raised in the borderlands. He is the founder of Nuestra Tierra, an organization focused on supporting and creating thriving border communities via outdoor engagement. Gabe has served his community as a Las Cruces City Councilor, staff member for U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich, and by helping t…

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Erin McGrady: Taking Up Space, Representation, and Love 1:03:36

2+ y ago1:03:36

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Meet Erin McGrady. Erin is an Asian American photographer, writer, runner, outdoor enthusiast, and lover of good food. She is also the co-founder of Authentic Asheville - a storytelling platform that celebrates local travel by creating inclusive city guides aimed at identifying welcoming places for travelers from the LGBTQ+ community. In this episo…

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Alex Piechowski-Begay: Kinship, Connectedness, and Activism 1:08:27

2+ y ago1:08:27

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Alex is an Indigenous artist and activist who spends much of his time on the road, often moving between communities to stand in solidarity with their pressing calls to action. He is a member of the Navajo Nation, a vocal advocate in the Land Back movement, and a supporter of Indigenous-owned businesses. His jewelry and pottery convey traditional de…

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Laura Edmondson: Rest, Our Right Relationship with Nature, and Community Care 57:05

2+ y ago57:05

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Laura is a digital educator who specifically speaks on race and equity in the outdoors and the importance of rest and self care. She is multiracial and a transracial adoptee, she is climber and a core member of Brown Girls Climb and an outdoor enthusiast. She also is a DEI strategist and consultant. She is a full time van-lifer and digital nomad. S…

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Noël Russell: Leading with Curiosity as the Way to Change 1:06:59

2+ y ago1:06:59

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In this episode of The Trail Ahead, Addie and Faith are joined by Noël Russell. Noël is a writer, van lifer, and dog-mom who works in digital marketing, and so much more. She’s someone whose words deeply resonate with Faith especially when it comes to encouragement and truth. Today, Noël shares the story of her upbringing and how it played a format…

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José González: Discovering the Multitudes of You 1:13:56

2+ y ago1:13:56

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Today, José joins the podcast to share his views on the power that words hold, how we can view it from a responsible and respectful lens, and how we can be more mindful when it comes to the use of language. José also discusses how his love for the sci-fi genre has inspired his work while influencing the way he approaches equity. From using memes as…

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Hatched #23 - Dee Dee Green 51:14

2+ y ago51:14

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Dee Dee Green is the Area Program Director for American Friends Service Committee’s Peace by Piece New Orleans program. She is also a member of the New Orleans coalition Eye on Surveillance. Our theme music is by Rotary Downs. COINTELSHOW runs 23-25 March. Click here to reserve your tickets. For more information about Mondo Bizarro visit www.mondob…

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Faith and Addie on the Identity of Being in Between, Getting Comfortable with Being Uncomfortable, and Not Quitting 55:50

2+ y ago55:50

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After taking some time off from their first 12 episodes, Addie and Faith are back with a fun but important conversation where you get to know the hosts of The Trail Ahead a little more intimately. In this episode, Addie and Faith interview one another and re-introduce themselves to old and new listeners alike. They discuss what playing outside mean…

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