Best Michael Olivo Podcasts (2024)

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Spooky Sparks from SPARKfest 38:04

2d ago38:04

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In this week’s episode of the Spark File podcast, we head back to the beautiful Saunders Farm in Ottawa, Canada, where we were fortunate to host our almost annual SPARKFest. This week, on the eve of Halloween, we’re embracing the spooky season. Listen on to hear directly from Spark File community members. In this week’s episode you’ll hear sparks t…

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Cullen Beckhorn - Neoglyphic Media & Obliterating The Impending Monoculture 1:06:41

6d ago1:06:41

1:06:41

A wood-fired Blind Shovel, this one with publisher and librarian Cullen Beckhorn. We discuss his new anthology Alive Outside, anarchy, the Lookout Arts Quarry, honing his printing processes, and much more. Cullen's Instagram Neoglyphic Media Header image: Aapo Rapi, "Alive Outside Cover" 2024By Michael Olivo

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Them's The Rules 34:04

7d ago34:04

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Every so often we hear the question: what is that “special sauce” that helps make up this “warm clan of creatives.” The truth is, a healthy culture and community requires a commitment to that mission from every single person involved. As educators, we’ve spent years learning about what conditions are most optimal for connection and community. As cr…

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Sparks from SPARKfest (Part 1) 36:14

14d ago36:14

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In this week’s episode, you’ll get an extra special glimpse into SPARKfest 2024, our Spark File community retreat, held last fall at the beautiful Saunders Farm in Ottawa, Canada. When we say that The Spark File is a warm and wonderful clan of creatives, this is what we mean! Listen in and you’ll feel the live-in-front-of-a-crackling-fire ambience …

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WWGD? (Learning from Gavin Creel) 46:05

21d ago46:05

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As we grieve the loss of our dear friend Gavin Creel, Susan called out for memories, wisdom, and lessons learned from Gavin, and we were touched by the outpouring of love from all across the globe. In this week’s episode, titled “WWGD? (Learning from Gavin Creel)," we hear from people who learned something from Gavin over the years—in rehearsal hal…

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Jesse Korman - A Screamer's Life & The Number Twelve 1:09:50

22d ago1:09:50

1:09:50

A bellowing Blind Shovel, this one with musician and producer Jesse Korman. We discuss The Number Twelve Looks Like You, the practice of screaming, New Jersey, entertainment, and much more. Jesse's Instagram Jesse's Website The Number 12's Instagram Header image: Khalid Mohtaseb, 2024By Michael Olivo

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Grief & Creativity 40:57

28d ago40:57

40:57

In this special episode, we draw from Laura’s experiences having lost both of her parents and discuss the ways in which creativity can help us to move through grief. We share thoughts on the non-linear path of grieving, and how to meet grief in the sometimes-unexpected places that it manifests. We also take a look at how profound artists like Frida…

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Shining Your Creative Light 26:18

1M ago26:18

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Here’s a summary of the key takeaways from this episode! In this week’s episode, we discuss the idea of “shining the light” on your creative work.What do we mean by “shining the light”? In The Spark File Community, we think of the creative cycle in three steps: generating sparks, fanning the flames of creativity, and shining the light on your creat…

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Certainty v. Creativity 27:39

1M ago27:39

27:39

Certainty or Creativity - which will you choose? This week, Nathan Hill’s novel “Wellness” serves as a springboard for Laura’s spark. The specific line that ignited our conversation? "You can choose to be certain or you can choose to be alive." We'll discuss how this notion impacts all our creative journeys and share wisdom from playwright Stephen …

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Milo Moyer-Battick - Formal Shock & The Cabin's Warmth 1:09:57

2M ago1:09:57

1:09:57

A flattened and etched Blind Shovel, this one with print-maker and fine artist Milo Moyer-Battick. We discuss formalism, the Bay, seeking a reaction, entertainment, and much more. Milo's Instagram Milo's Website Header image: Milo Moyer-Battick, "The Witness", 2023By Michael Olivo

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Matt Holmen - Designed Service & The Good Human 1:28:14

2M ago1:28:14

1:28:14

A multi-forked Blind Shovel, this one with musician and designer Matt Holmen. We discuss cuisine, his music career, transitioning to design, and much more. Matt's Instagram Matt's Website Header image: Matt Holmen, "Self-Portrait", 2022By Michael Olivo

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Matteo Roberts - Magically Managing & Pep Talk 1:12:05

2M ago1:12:05

1:12:05

A roasted bean and a side of a Blind Shovel, this one with musician and composer Matteo Roberts. We discuss day jobs, Tonko House, Wisconsin's Phox, film-scoring, and much more. Matteo's Instagram Pep Magic's Spotify Pep Magic's Website Header image: Eleanor Kody, "Portrait of Matteo", 2024By Michael Olivo

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Sarah Rothberg - Pixel Poetry & Humanizing the Virtual 1:20:06

2M ago1:20:06

1:20:06

An interactive Blind Shovel, this one with New Media artist Sarah Rothberg. We discuss New Media, studying poetry, teaching, the potential of virtual avatars, and much more. Sarah's Website Sarah's Instagram Header image: Sarah Rothberg, "SUPERPROMPT", 2023By Michael Olivo

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Anthony Ferraro - Form and Void & The Non-Casual 1:41:34

2M ago1:41:34

1:41:34

A far-out Blind Shovel, this one with musician Anthony Ferraro. We discuss being on tour, formlessness, Eastern and Western perspectives, Tony's news, casualness, opening a bar, and much more. Tony's Website Tony's Instagram Header image: Allie VM, "Untitled", 2024By Michael Olivo

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Kurt Shore - Shore Power & Touring Before the Micronova 50:02

3M ago50:02

50:02

An ageless Blind Shovel, this one with musician and entrepreneur Kurt Shore. We discuss running every morning, being a father, finding balance, optimism, the potentially impending micronova, and much more. Kurt's Instagram Kurt's Youtube Header image: Kurt Shore, "Portrait”, 2024By Michael Olivo

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Baptiste Virot - Heir to Hergé & The Pull of Animal Press 1:33:25

3M ago1:33:25

1:33:25

A bright and poppy Blind Shovel, this one with illustrator and cartoonist Baptiste Virot. We discuss Animal Press, Hermès, social media, vintage French comics, and much more. Baptiste's Website Baptiste's Instagram Animal Press Instagram Header image: Baptiste Virot, "Une case issue de ma prochaine bédé (roman graphique) dans laquelle il sera parfo…

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Rememburgerme - Gary Larson Cool & BK Tats 1:06:56

3M ago1:06:56

1:06:56

A tatted-up Blind Shovel, this one with fine artist and tattoo artist Rememburgerme. We discuss Gary Larson and other inspirations, his path to tattooing, Brooklyn, and much more. Devon's Website Devon's Instagram Shapeworld Header image: Devon M, "Sun”, 2024By Michael Olivo

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Brett Flanigan - Paint-Hopping & Hawking Jazz 58:30

3M ago58:30

58:30

A chill Blind Shovel, this one with painter Brett Flanigan. We discuss his painting process, train-hopping, letting one's work evolve, and much more. Brett's Website Brett's Instagram Header image: Brett Flanigan, "Untitled” (Roller painting)", 2019By Michael Olivo

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Nick Morris - Zen Traffic & The Rise & Fall of Flower Girl 56:36

4M ago56:36

56:36

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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Ron English & Constant van Hoeven - Living in Delusionville & The Street Art Explosion 1:25:32

4M ago1:25:32

1:25:32

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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Brett Stenson - QSL Cards & The Young Jerks 1:25:16

4M ago1:25:16

1:25:16

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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David Schoner - The Death of E.T. & The NJ Film Explosion 1:19:21

4M ago1:19:21

1:19:21

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 1:16:02

5M ago1:16:02

1:16:02

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 1:17:40

5M ago1:17:40

1:17:40

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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Joe Kelly - Forever Losing Sleep & A Fire Lit By Guitar Hero 58:51

5M ago58:51

58:51

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 1:13:10

5M ago1:13:10

1:13:10

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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Adam Lovitz - Child-Coded & A Philly Journey 1:19:06

6M ago1:19:06

1:19:06

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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Mike Mokotow Pelczynski - Powered By Fans & The Cloud's Sound 1:27:53

6M ago1:27:53

1:27:53

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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Brandon Graham - Surviving The Red Planet & Brandon Things 2:17:18

6M ago2:17:18

2:17:18

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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Gary Bodker - The Unbreakable Mr. Glass & Taking Care Of Business 1:26:46

6M ago1:26:46

1:26:46

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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Pete Gamlen - Petey Royale & Crumpets, Please 1:17:08

6M ago1:17:08

1:17:08

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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Dan Bunn - A Long Technical Journey & Oily Observations 1:12:06

7M ago1:12:06

1:12:06

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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Margot Ferrick - Bora Visions & Eggy Swans 1:20:51

7M ago1:20:51

1:20:51

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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Dan Nadel - PictureBox Inc. & The Lucas Museum of Narrative Art 1:06:11

7M ago1:06:11

1:06:11

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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Anthony Visco - Mummified Churches & The Sin of The Art That Answers 1:08:24

7M ago1:08:24

1:08:24

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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Mandla - A Zany Zulu & His Ugly Sweaters 1:05:41

8M ago1:05:41

1:05:41

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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Bitmap Books - Publishing Pixels & The Allure of Commodore 64 50:30

8M ago50:30

50:30

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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Noah Van Sciver - Joseph Smith & Not Entering Sandman 1:04:13

8M ago1:04:13

1:04:13

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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mepaintsme - Curious Curation & The Embrace of Anonymity 1:16:36

8M ago1:16:36

1:16:36

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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Sam D'Orazio - Kayfabe Social Media & Debating Howl's 1:17:10

9M ago1:17:10

1:17:10

A bold Blind Shovel, this one with illustrator Sam D'Orazio. We discuss the working in animation, screen-printing, gouache, the tiers of Miyzaki films, and much more. Sam's Website Sam's Instagram Header image: Sam D'Orazio, "Self-Portrait", 2021By Michael Olivo

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Jon Chao - Less Wind & The Spiritual Stool 1:02:57

9M ago1:02:57

1:02:57

A chiseled Blind Shovel, this one with designer and furniture-maker Jon Chao. We discuss the wind, residencies, stools & chairs, designing for your own personal life, and much more. Jon's Website Jon's Instagram Header image: Jon Chao, "Trophies", 2022By Michael Olivo

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John Dull - Dull Music & Virtuous Athletics 1:16:09

9M ago1:16:09

1:16:09

A sagacious Blind Shovel, this one with folk musician John Dull. We discuss the intersection of athletics and art, Dull Music, fatherhood, Pete Seeger, and much more. Dull Music's Website Header image: Dull Music Logo, 1970sBy Michael Olivo

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Sam Bosma - Un-flexing & Fantastical Hexing 1:10:30

9M ago1:10:30

1:10:30

A glistening Blind Shovel, this one with illustrator and art director Sam Bosma. We discuss editorial illustration, art directing in the animation industry, 80's anime, the challenge of comic-making, and much more. Sam's Website Sam's Instagram Header image: Sam Bosma "Critical Education", 2023By Michael Olivo

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Samuel Hayes - LUCCA MART & Enchanting Embroidery 1:10:57

9M ago1:10:57

1:10:57

A stitched and bewitching Blind Shovel, this one with illustrator and designer Samuel Hayes. We discuss LUCCA MART, refining the techniques of embroidery and air-brushing, animation, and much more. Sam's Website Sam's Instagram LUCCA MART Header image: Samuel Hayes "Horny fiends in your area", 2022By Michael Olivo

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Brian Durr (BD1982) - Diskotopia & Embers Passed 1:12:43

10M ago1:12:43

1:12:43

A spinning Blind Shovel, this one with producer and record label co-runner Brian Durr. We discuss life in Japan, the curation of DISKOTOPIA, his creative process, and much more. Brian's Bandcamp Brian's Instagram Diskotopia Website Header image: Brian Durr, "BD1982", 2023By Michael Olivo

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Alison Dubois - Tuca & Berti & A Horse Named Kirby 1:07:30

10M ago1:07:30

1:07:30

A sun-soaked Blind Shovel, this one with illustrator and art director Alison Dubois. We discuss Bojack Horseman, the art direction of Tuca & Berti, her wonderful horse Kirby, and much more. Alison's Website Alison's Instagram Kirby's Instagram Header image: Alison Dubois, "Tuca & Bertie", 2019By Michael Olivo

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Zach Hazard Vaupen - The Cartoonist Cooperative & TTRPGs 1:18:37

10M ago1:18:37

1:18:37

A pixelated Blind Shovel, this one with illustrator and designer Zach Hazard Vaupen. We discuss TTRPGs, the Cartoonist Cooperative, NFTs, Pixel Dog, and much more. Zach's Website Zach's Instagram Cartoonist Cooperative Header image: Zach Hazard Vaupen, "Illustration", 2023By Michael Olivo

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Matt Caulfield - Peeler & The Mother Of Invention 43:51

10M ago43:51

43:51

An innovative Blind Shovel, this one with designer and sound engineer Matt Caulfield. We discuss skating, biking, the inspiration for his new wallet, Space Cow, and much more. Peeler's Instagram Peeler's Website Space Cow's Website Header image: Matt Caulfield, "Peeler", 2023By Michael Olivo

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André Baum - Berlin & Beyondré 1:11:45

11M ago1:11:45

1:11:45

A subterranean Blind Shovel, this one with musician André Baum. We discuss Berlin, NYC, People People's "Out of Our Hands", collaboration, THX 1138, and much more. Andre's Instagram People People Beyondré Header image: André Baum, 2022, photo by Zack LondonBy Michael Olivo

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Jesse Moynihan - The Final Days of Forming & The Early Life of Jesus 2 1:55:46

11M ago1:55:46

1:55:46

A prophetic Blind Shovel, this one with artist and animator Jesse Moynihan. We discuss To Make A Rising, double-therapy, spiritual life, Jesus 2, and much more. Jesse's Instagram Jesse's Website Jesus 2 Header image: Jesse Moynihan, "Forming" page, 2021By Michael Olivo

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