Best Michelle Khouri Podcasts (2024)

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Beginnings and Endings, with The Cultured Crew 40:58

3+ y ago40:58

40:58

In its final episode, Michelle Khouri sits down with the women behind the scenes, the “OGs of the OG” of FRQNCY Media’s own The Cultured Podcast. Michelle reminisces with her team-turned-family about what Cultured has meant to them on their journeys in podcasting, with FRQNCY and with each other. Listen to this episode to hear the story of how Cult…

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Illustration and Intentionality, with Kate Bingaman-Burt 39:51

3+ y ago39:51

39:51

An illustrator, educator and overall joyful person, Kate Bingaman-Burt approaches her artistic outlets with intention and commitment to community. Kate’s first project of drawing her own credit card statements everyday and coming up as an artist during the graphic design boom of the mid 2000s inspired her signature style, or her “confident wonk,” a…

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Animating Records and Putting Your Spin on Art, with Drew Tetz 30:41

3+ y ago30:41

30:41

A true hyper-creative who knows no bounds, Drew Tetz is a trained graphic designer, a one-time professional Yoyoer, and now a widely celebrated vinyl record animator. Using his spin on the early motion picture tool, the phenakistoscope, Drew has even animated records for some of his musical heroes, like the band Bright Eyes. Listen to this episode …

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[Rewind] When Art & Hip-Hop Collide, With FRKO 28:54

4y ago28:54

28:54

We're rewinding back to April 2018 to revisit our episode with FRKO, who has since flexed on some major collaborations, like with Reebok and Redbull, and continues working with some of the biggest names in hip hop on album artwork. FRKO's sense of humor and knack for capturing the essence of life on the streets has landed him on the radars of some …

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[Rewind] Beading And Lakhota Artistry, With Collins Provost 27:20

4y ago27:20

27:20

We're rewinding back to October 2018 to revisit our episode with Collins Provost, who has since been expanding her artistry — spray painting and working on murals with her husband, and designing shirts for Thrive Unltd., which is meant to empower indigenous communities. Lakhota artist Collins Provost finds healing and self expression through her in…

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[Rewind] Over-The-Top Puppetry, With Raymond Carr 38:14

4y ago38:14

38:14

We're rewinding back to March 2018 to revisit our episode with Raymond Carr, who has since worked on a Disney+ show called Earth to Ned, made his own Afrofuturistic sci-fi adventure film called Joyriders, and worked on Space Jam 2. It’s hard to imagine anything more surreal than the stories Jim Henson Company-trained puppeteer Raymond Carr brings t…

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[Rewind] Performance Art, With Danielle Deadwyler 33:40

4y ago33:40

33:40

We're rewinding back to May 2018 to revisit our episode with Danielle Deadwyler, who has since been up to quite a lot, including landing a recurring role in HBO's Watchmen and writing, directing, and producing her own experimental short film, CHOR(E)S. Danielle is a multimedia artist who uses her body as her primary medium, including through on-scr…

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Creating Your Own Color Theory, with Michelle Norris 30:36

4y ago30:36

30:36

From the moment Michelle Norris began picking her own outfits as a child, she knew she had an affinity for bold self-expression. Today, Michelle is celebrated in the photography world for her striking shapes, playful perspective and rich palettes. And when it comes to color play, no hue is off limits. Once told by an art teacher that she did not un…

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Expansive Art and Expansive Minds, with Daniel Popper 25:56

4y ago25:56

25:56

Daniel Popper is larger than life in the art world. Known for his large-scale public art installations, Daniel creates fantastical structures designed to invite spectators to interact directly with them. From music festival audiences having psychedelic experiences with his installations, to students perched under his piece at the Nelson Mandela Sch…

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Art as Connective Tissue To Science, with Amanda Phingbodhipakkiya 34:49

4y ago34:49

34:49

After studying neuroscience at Columbia and spending years researching in an Alzheimer’s lab, Amanda Phingbodhipakkiya felt compelled to tell the stories of science in a creative and impactful way. A multidisciplinary artist who describes her pieces as an explosion or color and joy, Amanda and her work are now globally celebrated for being creative…

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Textiles Spun into Otherworldly Portals, with Tammy Kanat 31:17

4y ago31:17

31:17

Tammy Kanat plays with color and imagination as she weaves magical portals through textile. Spontaneous by nature, this jewelry designer turned textile artist is a testament to following the evolution of your dreams. By embracing her unique weaving style and celebrating the imperfection of loose threads, Tammy’s work has hung in prestigious galleri…

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Buck Dancing, Fiddling, and the Whitewashing of Folk Traditions, with Hillary Klug 34:41

4y ago34:41

34:41

After a difficult childhood, Hillary Klug knew her ambition would be the key to building a new life for herself. When faced with the decision of pursuing buck dancing, fiddling, or singing, she chose to take on all three. Simultaneously. With the guidance of her beloved mentor and the support of her massive YouTube following, Hillary’s multi-facete…

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When Tension Meets Tradition, with Lino Lago 31:54

4y ago31:54

31:54

In Lino Lago’s "fake abstract" paintings, classical portraiture peeks out from under blankets of modern hues, showcasing what happens when the traditional crashes into contemporary. In this episode of The Cultured Podcast, Lino calls Michelle from Spain to share the methodology behind his work. With translation help from his son, Nojus, a conversat…

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Martial Movement & Feminine Power, with Wu Woman 33:48

4y ago33:48

33:48

Born three years before the collapse of the Soviet Union, Svitlana Zavialova ("Wu Woman") grew up knowing what it was like to not have water and how to do homework by candlelight. In these dark formative years, Svitlana decided she had two choices: exit the earthly plane or take full blown action toward her dreams, dreams that turned reality when s…

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Certainty in Uncertain Times and Building New Worlds, with Jean-Pierre Roy 28:39

4y ago28:39

28:39

While Jean-Pierre Roy has been hunkered down in his Brooklyn studio creating hyper realistic world-altering paintings for years, this practice feels different during the time of COVID-19. Without access to museums, galleries, or even the NYC subway, Jean-Pierre paints the connective tissue in his paintings from the world before to the unprecedented…

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Beautiful Bodies and a Celebration of Skin, with Elisa Valenti 34:44

4y ago34:44

34:44

In 2018, Elisa Valenti was a Pharmacy Director treating patients' skin with ointments and elixirs. Today, Elisa is a contemporary figurative artist who considers her work to be the medicine she provides to healing bodies. Exploding in the art scene, her fresh perspective is reshaping the way we perceive and celebrate women’s forms. Listen to this e…

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Alignment and Art (at Any Age), with Lisa Congdon 32:58

4+ y ago32:58

32:58

At 39 years old, Lisa Congdon embarked on an art career that would quickly transform her into a pillar within the art community. And while her art began as a way to navigate a dark period in her life, today, her vibrant and heart-centered illustrations are celebrated worldwide because of their ability to inspire and bring people together. Listen to…

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In Honor of Black Lives #PodcastBlackout 11:24

4+ y ago11:24

11:24

In lieu of a new episode this week, we are joining @cult45podcast in their call for a #podcastblackout. We stand AGAINST racism, legalized slavery, white supremacy, and police brutality. We stand against the violent, unapologetic, unpunished murder of black lives. We stand with our black family. #blacklivesmatter A message from Cultured host Michel…

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When Classic Inspiration Meets Surrealist Vision, with Okuda San Miguel 30:14

4+ y ago30:14

30:14

For Okuda San Miguel, his art is his church. And a church is just another canvas--literally. Okuda uses geometric shapes and vibrant colors to bring new life to forgotten buildings and overlooked walls all across the world, often splashing in references to classical art or figures from his own life. Listen to this episode of The Cultured Podcast to…

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The Architecture of Lines and Letting Go, with Tracie Cheng 34:59

4+ y ago34:59

34:59

Tracie Cheng’s paintings blend abstract with figurative, structure with freedom. Her sweeping line work means something different to every viewer, taking on the role of architectural Rorschach blotches. For Tracie, those lines offer a release from the constraints of perfectionism and into the free flow of pure expression. Listen to this episode of …

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The Power of Letters, Words, and Positivity, with Rylsee 35:08

4+ y ago35:08

35:08

When others see letters and words, artist Rylsee sees a puzzle to play. From the structure of the letters and the hierarchy of the words, to the composition of his illustrative translation, Rylsee finds meaning in every nook and cranny of the world around him. But more than just meaning, he finds a sense of optimism and hope. Listen to this episode…

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Textile Art and the Beauty of Flow, with Victoria Villasana 26:28

4+ y ago26:28

26:28

The yarn on Victoria Villasana’s bold textile art isn’t the only thing flowing on this episode of The Cultured Podcast. From her creative process to her thoughts on success, Victoria allows flow to guide her path as an artist. And now she has flowed to the top of the art scene with her multidimensional work that is both uniquely playful and purpose…

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The Art of Perception, with Michael Murphy 32:11

4+ y ago32:11

32:11

While Michael Murphy’s art may play tricks on your eyes, you will remain clear on one thing: his work creates a visual experience unlike any other. As a young boy in Ohio, Michael was obsessed with making his own toys. Now, a celebrated perceptual artist, Michael continues that dream. Listen to this episode of The Cultured Podcast, recorded in Mich…

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Art and Accessibility, With Barry Lee 23:59

4+ y ago23:59

23:59

Famed Atlanta hypercreative Barry Lee suggests that the beauty of art and self-expression is that the work of another queer artist with a disability will tell a completely different story than theirs. A painter, muralist, writer, illustrator, public speaker, and educator, Barry Lee creates art that is intentionally accessible to everyone. And they …

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Puppets, Parades and Processions, With Sophia Michahelles and Alex Kahn 29:17

4+ y ago29:17

29:17

You can’t rain on Sophia Michahelles and Alex Kahn’s parade because, well, they are the parade. As the Co-Creative Directors of PAW (Processional Arts Workshop), Alex and Sophia have traveled the world studying processional arts and the profound effect parades and pageant puppetry have on local culture and community spirit. Now, they apply their de…

Podcasts Worth a Listen

Michelle Khouri Podcasts

Podcasts Worth a Listen

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The Cultured Podcast

Michelle Khouri

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Beginnings and Endings, with The Cultured Crew 40:58

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Illustration and Intentionality, with Kate Bingaman-Burt 39:51

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Animating Records and Putting Your Spin on Art, with Drew Tetz 30:41

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[Rewind] When Art & Hip-Hop Collide, With FRKO 28:54

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[Rewind] Beading And Lakhota Artistry, With Collins Provost 27:20

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[Rewind] Over-The-Top Puppetry, With Raymond Carr 38:14

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[Rewind] Performance Art, With Danielle Deadwyler 33:40

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Creating Your Own Color Theory, with Michelle Norris 30:36

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Expansive Art and Expansive Minds, with Daniel Popper 25:56

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Art as Connective Tissue To Science, with Amanda Phingbodhipakkiya 34:49

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Textiles Spun into Otherworldly Portals, with Tammy Kanat 31:17

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Buck Dancing, Fiddling, and the Whitewashing of Folk Traditions, with Hillary Klug 34:41

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When Tension Meets Tradition, with Lino Lago 31:54

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Martial Movement & Feminine Power, with Wu Woman 33:48

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Certainty in Uncertain Times and Building New Worlds, with Jean-Pierre Roy 28:39

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Beautiful Bodies and a Celebration of Skin, with Elisa Valenti 34:44

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Alignment and Art (at Any Age), with Lisa Congdon 32:58

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In Honor of Black Lives #PodcastBlackout 11:24

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When Classic Inspiration Meets Surrealist Vision, with Okuda San Miguel 30:14

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The Architecture of Lines and Letting Go, with Tracie Cheng 34:59

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The Power of Letters, Words, and Positivity, with Rylsee 35:08

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Textile Art and the Beauty of Flow, with Victoria Villasana 26:28

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The Art of Perception, with Michael Murphy 32:11

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Art and Accessibility, With Barry Lee 23:59

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Puppets, Parades and Processions, With Sophia Michahelles and Alex Kahn 29:17

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