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Starring Sunita Mani and Alexandra Shipp, two young start-up founders, both women of color, are on the brink of losing their company; a fate they narrowly avoid thanks to a hairbrained scheme to have their neighborhood barista— a white dude, of course— pretend to be the third founder in order to raise money. But when the barista reveals he has a scheme of his own to keep the company in his clutches, hijinks and hilarity ensue. Valerie and Juliet are more than just best friends: they are busi ...
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Embark on a journey through the heart of Santa Barbara with the 'Living in Santa Barbara' podcast. Hosted by Kathy Henry, a seasoned realtor and local with deep insights into our vibrant community of Santa Barbara, this podcast unveils the diverse tapestry of lives and stories that often remain unseen amidst the scenic beauty of our town. From eclectic personalities to hidden treasures, join us as we shine a light on the authentic essence of Santa Barbara, one neighbor at a time. Whether you ...
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ART FICTIONS

Jillian Knipe

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ART FICTIONS is fortnightly programme, created by artist Jillian Knipe. Each guest artist selects a piece of fiction, which we both explore, then use as a lens through which to view their artwork. We delve into the book‘s themes, context and characters, which opens up and steers a rich conversation about the artist‘s practice. The podcast bounces back and forth between art and text, all the while focussing on the ideas which govern both. It is a way of talking alongside art, rather than dire ...
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Step into the funky and creative world of Loveworn, the iconic Santa Barbara boutique where vintage fashion and art collide. Step behind the scenes with Jill Johnson as she shares the heart and soul behind her handmade creations. From vintage denim to the hand-silk screened tees she co-creates with her artist partner Wallace Piatt, you'll discover …
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Send us a text Join us as we uncover the stories behind the places, people, and businesses that shape the beautiful city of Santa Barbara. I'm kicking off the Funk Zone series with one of the Funk Zone's most exciting new additions: **Assemblage**—pronounced the French way. The Funk Zone is Santa Barbara’s most vibrant neighborhood for shopping, di…
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Send us a text It’s more than just the Funk Zone—it’s a story of vision, creativity, and community transformation. In Part 1 of our series on the dynamic Funk Zone in Santa Barbara, we sit down with Sherry Villanueva, founder and managing partner of Acme Hospitality. Discover how Acme took an underutilized area of Santa Barbara and turned it into a…
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Send us a text In this episode of *Living in Santa Barbara*, we continue with part two of my series on favorite Mexican restaurants in Santa Barbara by featuring Azul Cocina, a local gem that brings a refined twist to Mexican cuisine. Join me as I sit down with Chef Manny, the mastermind behind Azul Cocina’s creative dishes. From his humble start a…
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Send us a text Imagine embarking on a sensory journey where reality and fantasy blur, tapping into deep aspects of the human experience. This is the artistry of Kerrilee Gore, the visionary behind *When the Lights Go Out*—an impressive 90-minute dynamic spectacle that fuses impressive aerial acts, sultry dance, live theater, and film, all set to an…
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Send us a text In part one of "My Favorite Mexican restaurants in Santa Barbara" series, I'm excited to highlight a restaurant that I highly recommend, El Bajio. This restaurant stands out for its high quality food, incredible flavor, and impeccable cleanliness. In this episode, I sit down with Rosie Corvera, the daughter of Santos Guzman, who foun…
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Send us a text In this episode, we explore the transformative power of breathwork with Juliet Wilkins and delve into her creative journey behind the last float in this year’s Santa Barbara Summer Solstice Parade, held on June 22, 2024. Juliet shares the personal story of discovering the healing arts and the breathwork that has profoundly impacted h…
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Send us a text If you’re a surfer, you’ve likely heard of the Surfer's Code. Meet the man behind the Code, Santa Barbara community member and legendary surfer Shaun Tomson. In this episode of Living in Santa Barbara, we dive into the philosophy of surfing and how the ocean teaches us about resilience, mindfulness, and community. Shaun shares his jo…
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Send us a text Join us in this inspiring episode as we sit down with John Daly, the dedicated president of The Key Class. For over a decade, John has been mentoring young men, providing them with essential life skills and guidance. As a father of five, John’s extended family includes the many lives he’s touched through his mentorship. John shares h…
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Send us a text "The more I saw, you know, all that seeking I was doing of, you know, it was about how to connect with people. And I really saw that it was empathy was kind of the core of how we connect with each other. So I thought, this is really important. And then shortly thereafter. After Barack Obama, he ran for office and he kept saying the c…
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Send us a text In this episode, join me as I sit down with esteemed business leader, Rinaldo Brutoco, founder of the World Business Academy, a nonprofit think tank focused on ethical leadership and sustainability in business. His mission is to broaden our perspectives and deepen our understanding of the world around us, addressing critical moral, e…
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Send us a text In this special episode of "Living in Santa Barbara," we have the honor of introducing Wade Cowper, a man who along with his wife Paula have dedicated their time and efforts to community and took action to help others in Santa Barbara. Wade, a fourth-generation Santa Barbarian, has a successful history of working in public relations …
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Send us a text “Don’t look at me like a different ethnic minority, look at me as an American.” - Rodney Chow In this special episode, we feature Rodney Chow, a 95-year-old Carpinteria farmer, veteran, and author. Rodney is a fifth-generation Chinese-American Californian with a remarkable heritage, including an ancestor who worked on the railroads a…
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Send us a text In this enlightening episode of Living in Santa Barbara, Dr. James Kwako, an early adopter in the field of integrative medicine, shares his unique journey from traditional medical training to embracing a holistic approach. Combining nutrition, acupuncture, and psycho-spiritual methods, Dr. Kwako explains how a simple book recommendat…
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Send us a text In today's episode, we sit with Spencer the Gardener, a dynamic musician who has been a cornerstone of Santa Barbara’s cultural scene for decades. Known for his eclectic sound and energetic performances, Spencer shares his fascinating journey from his early days growing up on the Mesa to becoming a beloved local icon. Tune in as Spen…
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Send us a text In this podcast, we will delve into the heart of transformational cinema with a special guest who is helping to drive change through powerful storytelling. Today, we're thrilled to have Téana David, the Executive Director of the ILLUMINATE Film Festival, joining us. With a passion for creating at the intersection of ecology, spiritua…
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Send us a text Join us in this captivating episode as we talk to John Seigel Boettner, a dedicated teacher, adventurer, and storyteller with a deep love for humanity. From inspiring students to bringing joy to the elderly, John's story is one of curiosity, compassion, and unwavering dedication. In this episode, John shares how he became inspired to…
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Send us a text In this episode, Rev. Dr. Temple Hayes discusses her journey from a rebellious young girl to a renowned spiritual leader, highlighting her transformative experiences and dedication to empowering others. Through her teachings at the Institute for Leadership and Lifelong Learning and her impactful work in spiritual communities, Temple …
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Send us a text In this podcast, we will explore the picturesque Santa Barbara Polo and Racquet Club, nestled between the lush Santa Ynez Mountains and the magnificent Pacific Ocean. This world-renowned polo club is the 3rd oldest in the United States. Often called the "sport of kings", polo legends from all over the world have competed here includi…
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Send us a text Join us on a thought-provoking journey as we delve into the enigmatic world of District 216 and the intriguing concept of a psychedelic social club. Uncover the mysteries of this unique space, where healing and consciousness expansion take center stage. Discover the potential transformative power of psychedelics, the nurturing enviro…
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Send us a text In this podcast episode, we're thrilled to introduce Rene Garcia-Hernandez, who is the executive director of AMP (the Arts Mentorship Program) in Santa Barbara. AMP is a nonprofit organization that supports young individuals in exploring dance, movement, and performing arts. Their main goal is to assist and mentor emerging artists in…
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Send us a text In this episode of Living in Santa Barbara, we sit down with Terry Pillow, the former CEO of Tommy Bahama and the founder of the luxury brand Homer. Terry shares his journey in the fashion industry, from his early days in Arkansas to working with iconic designers like Ralph Lauren and Giorgio Armani. With a passion for craftsmanship …
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Send us a text Join host Kathy Henry as she introduces you to the charming newlyweds, Doug and Meg. Their unique love story blossomed in the enchanting town of Santa Barbara after overcoming major life changes and a chance encounter facilitated by their friend Rufus. Meg's journey from New York to Bali to Santa Barbara, and Doug's roots in Carpinte…
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Send us a text Today, we're joined by Chris Goldblatt, founder and visionary behind the Fish Reef Project. This initiative aims to rejuvenate coastal ecosystems globally by creating biogenic reefs, which enhance marine life and biodiversity. Chris shares his inspiring journey from childhood adventures along the Malibu coast to his profound commitme…
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Send us a text In this episode, Doug Grant, a lifelong resident of Carpinteria, shares his fascinating life story—from growing up on a ranch where he honed his motocross skills and won the national motocross championship five times, to building his house and exploring the Channel Islands. Doug's experiences are diverse and inspiring. Listen to lear…
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Send us a text Discover the enchanting world of Bright Start Child Development Center through this captivating podcast episode. Join the conversation with Marcela, the founder and director of the preschool, as she delves into the heartwarming journey of creating a nurturing environment inspired by Reggio Emilia philosophy. Learn about the importanc…
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Send us a text Jackson is a talented young singer, songwriter, musician, producer, and engineer who is dedicated to pursuing a full-time career in touring and recording. Despite facing challenges such as being diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes at a young age and dealing with chronic disfiguring skin conditions like HS (Hidradenitis Suppurativa) and ac…
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Send us a text In the podcast episode, Penny Little and Ricardo Morrison delve into the rich history and cultural significance of the Summer Solstice Celebration in Santa Barbara, marking its 50th anniversary. They explore the evolution of the event, from its grassroots beginnings to becoming a beloved tradition that brings together the community i…
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Send us a text Embark on a journey through the heart of Santa Barbara with the 'Living in Santa Barbara' podcast. Hosted by Kathy Henry, a seasoned realtor with deep insights into our vibrant community, this podcast unveils the diverse tapestry of lives and stories that often remain unseen amidst the scenic beauty of our town. From eclectic persona…
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Guest artist HELEN JOHNSON joins JILLIAN KNIPE for this final episode of Series 5, to discuss her work via 'The Birds' by Tarjei Vesaas. Published originally in 1957, then by Penguin Random House in 2019, this short novel describes the relationship between Hege and her younger, mentally challenged brother Mattis. With a sense of non-judgemental sim…
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Guest artist ELEONORA AGOSTINI joins PELUMI ODUBANJO to discuss her art practice via 'Boxes', a short story featured in 'Elephant and Other Stories' 1998 Collins Harvill. Written by Raymond Carver and originally published in The New Yorker, the story explores connections, disillusion, powerlessness, worry and loss within a mother and son relationsh…
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Guest artist MELANIE JACKSON joins artist JILLIAN KNIPE to discuss her art practice via 'Corey Fah Does Social Mobility' by Isabel Waidner. Published in 2023 by Hamish Hamilton, part of Penguin Random House, the novel explores binaries, boundaries and borders, freeing us to imagine other ways of being within the context of award winning social mobi…
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Guest writer and filmmaker JULIET JACQUES joins artist and writer JILLIAN KNIPE to discuss her creative practice via 'Variations' 2021 by the one and only Juliet herself. Published in 2021 by Influx Press, this book of short stories portrays the mixed, messy and moving lives of transexual women transexual men, non binary, gender queer, cross dresse…
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Guest artist ANNA CLEGG joins curator and critic VANESSA MURRELL to discuss her multi-disciplinary art practice via 'My Loose Thread' by Denis Cooper. Published in 2002 by Canongate Books, this claustrophobic novel circulates around teenage Larry who is wrestling with the point of his own existence and explores teen depression, moral vacuity and th…
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Guest artist OLUKEMI LIJADU joins curator and PHD researcher PELUMI ODUBANJO to discuss her multi-media art practice through the prism of 'The Stranger' (aka 'The Outsider' aka 'The Foreigner') by Nobel Prize winning writer Albert Camus. Published in 1942, the novella tells of an indifferent French settler who, soon after his mother's funeral, comm…
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Guest artist RORY PILGRIM joins author and critic ELIZABETH FULLERTON to discuss his musically inspired, community-based art practice through the prism of 'The Bell' by Irish British writer and philosopher, Dame Jean Iris Murdoch. Published in 1958, this funny and sad novel explores religion, human frailty and who has the right to a voice, set with…
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Guest artist ANNA BARHAM joins artist JILLIAN KNIPE to discuss her art practice via 'Companion Piece' by Ali Smith. Published in 2023 by Penguin Books, the novel explores language, meaning, relationships and contemporary politics in what may be seen as a way of bringing a form of conclusion to Smith's urgently written then quickly published, season…
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Guest artist MIKHAIL KARIKIS joins poet and art critic CHERRY SMYTH to discuss his art practice via 'Human Acts' by Han Kang, 2016 published by Granta Books. Set in 1980 South Korea, the novel tells the gruelling story of a violently suppressed student uprising and the inevitable fallout from the original trauma. MIKHAIL and CHERRY's discussion enc…
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Guest artist ROSIE GIBBENS joins VANESSA MURRELL of DATEAGLE to discuss her art practice via 'Life Ceremony' by Sayaka Murata, 2022 published by Granta Books. This off-kilter collection of short stories brings a grotesque whimsy to fables of cultural norms, including society rituals that develop when the human species is endangered . ROSIE and VANE…
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Guest artist mentor CERI HAND joins artist and writer JILLIAN KNIPE to discuss her creative practice via 'The Blazing World' 2014 by Siri Hustvedt and published by Hodder & Stoughton. Longlisted for the Booker Prize and winner of the Los Angeles Times Book Prize for Fiction, it tells tales of the life of artist Harriet Burden. Presented across snap…
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Guest artist SUSAN SCHUPPLI joins art critic and author ELIZABETH FULLERTON to discuss her art practice via 'The Second Body' 2017 by Daisy Hildyard, published by Fitzcarraldo Books. Listed by the 'White Review' on their Books of the Year 2018, the essay presents the dissolving boundaries between all life on earth, with an updated dualism between t…
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Guest artist SOPHIE RUIGROK joins VANESSA MURRELL of DATEAGLE to discuss her art practice via 'Nobody Belongs Here More Than You' 2007 by Miranda July, published by Canongate Books. Winner of the Frank O'Connor International Short Story Award, it conveys 16 stories of lonely characters desperately trying to make connections. Their means vary from q…
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Guest artist NICOLA BEALING joins JILLIAN KNIPE to discuss her work via 'Pastoralia' 2020 by George Saunders. Published Riverhead Books, the book contains six short stories each presenting snapshots of contemporary American existence delivered in a deadpan, razorsharp tone, and enshrouded with dark humour. We talk about dark humour, executions, int…
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Guest artist FLORENCE PEAKE joins ELIZABETH FULLERTON to discuss her multi-faceted, performance-led art practice via 'Stone Butch Blues' 1993 by Leslie Feinberg. It tells the story of life as a butch lesbian in 1970s, working class America and is particularly unique due to the writer gaining full rights to the text, making it fully accessible onlin…
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Guest author JENNIFER HIGGIE joins JILLIAN KNIPE to discuss her art writing practice via 'Drive Your Plow Over the Bones of the Dead' by Olga Tokarczuk. It's a compelling murder mystery set in a small mountainside village in Poland. As Winter caretaker of neighbouring properties, Janina spends her spare time translating the poems of William Blake i…
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