Had a wonderful chat meeting and diving into the mind of Grey Grant. Gotta love that alliteration. They're an alliteration Girlie. Enjoy. Grey Grant, a composer and performer, discusses their journey as a trans non-binary person and their passion for music and theater. They talk about how they chose their name and their experiences in the music and theater industry. They also touch on the importance of discussing and destigmatizing death and grief. Grey Grant's journey has involved exploring different gender identities and finding their place in the arts as a composer and performer. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Origin of Grey Grant 17:14 Destigmatizing Death and Grief 32:21 Gender Identity and Vocal Training 43:12 Evolution of Language and Gender Identity
Ivan Potter-Smith is back! we had the best conversation about Artificial Intelligence and the ways we think it will and has already effected art. GPT, Sora, free coloring books, 3d printing. It is all HERE! Enjoy. The conversation explores the impact of AI and 3D printing on the art industry. It discusses how AI is already replacing certain jobs in the art world, such as logo design, and how it may eventually affect other areas of visual creativity. The conversation also touches on the ethical considerations of AI in art creation and the need for responsible implementation. The parallel story of the evolution of the automotive repair industry is shared to highlight the inevitability of change and the need to adapt. The conversation explores the ethical and practical implications of artificial intelligence (AI) on the art industry. The hosts discuss the impact of AI on artists' livelihoods, the potential loss of unique and expressive art, and the role of AI in creative processes. They also touch on the challenges faced by artists in a rapidly changing technological landscape and the importance of community and connection in the art world. The conversation highlights the need for artists to adapt and find new opportunities in the face of automation. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Catching Up 06:37 The Accessibility and Future of 3D Printing 13:35 The Effect of AI on the Art Industry 32:06 Adapting to Change and Finding New Opportunities 41:42 The Importance of Community and Connection in the Art World 49:45 Exploring the Future of Art and AI 59:10 Balancing Automation and Human Creativity in the Art Industry
It is INTERNATIONAL WEEK on AtE! PART 2
All the way from the Windy City of India! Ojas Jain shares insight into the Bollywood scene in Mumbai as he walks us through his choice not to join the family business but instead to study and pursue filmmaking education in America. How does that happen and why is he not in Los Angeles? Find out and you know it: Enjoy.
It is INTERNATIONAL WEEK on AtE! PART 1
Lighting majors unite! We covered the globe-trotting travels of Ms. Yuko Taniguchi from Japan across the sea, back, across the sea, AGAIN. The specific journey to lighting through a need for community and so much more. Enjoy.
Samantha in the house! Don't miss this great chat about the swing from Musical Theater to Opera to Editing! Enjoy.
Samantha Richardson shares her background and experiences growing up in a fractured family. She discusses the dynamics of her parents' divorces and remarriages, as well as her relationship with her sister. Samantha reflects on the different coping mechanisms she and her sister developed in response to their family situation. She also talks about her passion for singing and her early decision to attend the UNC School of the Arts. The conversation explores the impact of family dynamics on personal identity and the importance of recognizing and valuing individuality. In this conversation, the guest discusses their journey through childhood trauma, their experience at UNCSA, and their current work in post-production in TV. They talk about the importance of acknowledging and embracing their comedic skills and the impact of their supportive parents. They also touch on the challenges of financing their education and the need for more financial assistance for students. The guest shares their passion for exploring different interests and their desire to work in producing. They mention their recent work on the TV show Fargo and the impact of the writer's strike on the industry.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background
16:14 Sibling Rivalry and College Choices
36:46 The Influence of Supportive Parents
43:18 The Financial Burden of Education
49:45 Exploring Multiple Interests and Passions
Grant West discusses his background and journey into the film industry. He talks about growing up in North Carolina, his passion for making videos with friends, and his decision to pursue film in college. Initially interested in producing, he later discovered a love for design and directing. Grant also shares his thoughts on the role of a director and the importance of collaboration on a film set. Grant reflects on his experience at the School of the Arts during the COVID-19 pandemic. Despite the challenges, he adapted well to the industry standards and had a positive outlook. He emphasized the importance of both hard work and enjoying the social aspects of the school. Grant also discussed the pressure and workload at the school, noting that some students thrived under it while others struggled. Overall, he had a great time and learned a lot from his colleagues and experiences.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background
08:11 Thoughts on the Future and Planning
25:49 Transitioning to Directing
32:30 Adapting to Industry Standards
44:21 The Pressure and Workload at the School
51:55 Balancing Work and Play
01:02:33 Individual Experiences at the School
What a wonderful artist Ivan Potter-Smith is. Starting in the mountains of Asheville, we work our way to Winston-Salem where we find a quick chat with a visual artist that started passionate about comic books and landed painting scenes. Now he does all kinds of things and he feels great about that. Shouldn't we all. Enjoy.
The happiest of New Years to you all! Please enjoy this holiday compilation compiled by Rob and Steven--and that's not even the best part! This is only part 1! Faith and Religion are often the roots for people who catapult into the intense study of art available at a conservatory like UNCSA. Sometimes we depart that faith and sometimes we embrace it. Six pickles reflect. MICHAEL JOHNSON - https://youtu.be/iJGfW4rYYRw BRANDON TYLER HARRIS - https://youtu.be/tUcrC-axbsg ********** PART II - https://youtu.be/fniBnPBOw3I KATHARINE LUCIC (ELKINGTON) - https://youtu.be/VjmamsqExlE BENTON GUINNESS - https://youtu.be/RDS3sRuyESc SARA SEGER - https://youtu.be/Hx6362XHb_0 KIRA GEIGER - https://youtu.be/lkD4vzOvCS8
Russian live from Turkey! Roza and I had a wonderful chat over a not-so-wonderful internet connection that touched on the immigrant experience, the good places to play tennis, the magic of language and the right ways to educate (spoiler: there is no right way). Don't miss it!
The beautiful and talented Roxy Peykamian is on the show today talking about the lifelong aspiration of documentary filmmaking, the realization of the pausing of that dream AFTER achieving it for reasons that will surprise you, her Persian North Carolina roots, why she's being working in the wardrobe department and more. Don't miss it!
Nicholas is an impressive fellow. I can say that confidently after chatting with him on this episode. Somehow we never met before but we had a wonderful chat about the path of the dancer, working with family, the love of music as a tool, and not to mention this dude has got mad hats. Like you don't even know. Don't miss it!
The wonderful Trent Spivey is here everyone! Long Time Listener, First Time Caller (LTLFTC); we had the best conversation about the work he's doing now in VR. Specifically, helping to record immersive experience with terminal family remembers. Sounds like Black Mirror right? I thought so too. We get into it and so much more don't miss it!
10 quick brilliant minutes from Marcus Bridgewater on how to help others help themselves and why greed prevails.
FROM FULL EPISODE: "MARCUS BRIDGEWATER"
Very recent graduate Charlie Herndon in my living room to talk about how we're shaped by education and what that really means to each of us. We also talk about how Family Guy is still watchable and plenty more. Don't miss it!
