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Great Art, Big Ideas
International Festival of Arts & Ideas
37 episodes
1 month ago
In this fascinating talk, we explore the unexpected connections between neuroscience, quantum computing, and visual art through a unique interdisciplinary collaboration at Yale University. This talk features a panel discussion following the screening of a documentary about Italian visual artist Serena Campini, who served as an artist-in-residence at the Yale Quantum Institute. Through her residency, Campini created stunning multilayered artworks inspired by both neurological imaging and quan...
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In this fascinating talk, we explore the unexpected connections between neuroscience, quantum computing, and visual art through a unique interdisciplinary collaboration at Yale University. This talk features a panel discussion following the screening of a documentary about Italian visual artist Serena Campini, who served as an artist-in-residence at the Yale Quantum Institute. Through her residency, Campini created stunning multilayered artworks inspired by both neurological imaging and quan...
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Performing Arts
Arts,
Science
Episodes (20/37)
Great Art, Big Ideas
Savor the Legacy - Jacques Pépin
In this intimate and inspiring conversation, legendary Chef Jacques Pépin reflects on his extraordinary culinary journey spanning nearly eight decades. From his wartime childhood in Lyon, France, to becoming one of America's most beloved cooking teachers, Pépin shares the profound philosophy that has guided his life: food as a universal language of love and connection. Thanks for listening and don't forget to subscribe on YouTube!
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1 month ago
42 minutes

Great Art, Big Ideas
Theater as Resistance
Join us for an illuminating conversation about the transformative power of theater as a form of resistance and social change. In this compelling Ideas Talk, three distinguished theater artists explore how live performance challenges conventions, creates community, and gives voice to marginalized stories. Featured Speakers: Dexter Singleton - Executive Artistic Director and Founder of Collective Consciousness Theater, Senior Artistic Associate and Director of New Play Development at Theater S...
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1 month ago
48 minutes

Great Art, Big Ideas
Civics 101
Join The Honorable Clifton Graves for a thought-provoking discussion that bridges Ray Bradbury's classic dystopian novel Fahrenheit 451 with the urgent civic challenges facing America today. Speaking at New Haven Public Library - Stetson Branch, Judge Clifton Graves draws powerful connections between Ray Bradbury's 1953 vision of censorship and book burning in Fahrenheit 451 and contemporary concerns about democratic institutions, media manipulation, and civic engagement. What Yo...
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1 month ago
57 minutes

Great Art, Big Ideas
Science Fiction: The Truth Telling Genre
In this thought-provoking discussion, hosts Juanita Sunday and New London Poet Laureate AnUrbanNerd explore how science fiction serves as a powerful lens for understanding our present and predicting our future. Using Ray Bradbury's Fahrenheit 451 and Octavia Butler's A Few Rules for Predicting the Future as their foundation, they examine how speculative fiction doesn't create problems—it takes current issues and projects them forward to show us potential consequences. Thanks for listeni...
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1 month ago
59 minutes

Great Art, Big Ideas
Sensation vs. Thinking
Join us as Mercy Quay, founder and CEO of Connecticut's only anti-racist public relations agency, The Narrative Project, guides us through the complex world of news consumption and media literacy. With over a decade of experience as both a journalist and communications strategist, Quay examines how framing, bias, and sensationalism shape our understanding of current events. In this thought-provoking episode, we explore the critical distinction between sensation and thinking in our modern medi...
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1 month ago
1 hour 15 minutes

Great Art, Big Ideas
Keynote: Martyna Martok
Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Martyna Majok delivers a stirring keynote weaving together Ray Bradbury's Fahrenheit 451, F. Scott Fitzgerald's The Great Gatsby, and her own immigrant story to explore how art serves as resistance against cultural devastation and loneliness. Drawing from her current Broadway adaptation of Fahrenheit 451, Majok examines Guy Montag's journey from book-burner to truth-seeker as a mirror for our own times of censorship, distraction, and disconnection. She refle...
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1 month ago
37 minutes

Great Art, Big Ideas
Making Memories: Neurons, Quantum Computing, and Art
In this fascinating talk, we explore the unexpected connections between neuroscience, quantum computing, and visual art through a unique interdisciplinary collaboration at Yale University. This talk features a panel discussion following the screening of a documentary about Italian visual artist Serena Campini, who served as an artist-in-residence at the Yale Quantum Institute. Through her residency, Campini created stunning multilayered artworks inspired by both neurological imaging and quan...
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1 month ago
36 minutes

Great Art, Big Ideas
A Tribute to Denise
This deeply moving special episode honors Denise Santisteban, the festival's beloved curator of ideas and storytelling events, who passed away in April 2025. Host Tiffany Hopkins shares four of Denise's most powerful personal stories, performed live between 2017 and 2020, showcasing her remarkable gift for storytelling. In these intimate narratives, Denise takes us on journeys both physical and emotional: "Leo" - A heartwarming tale told from the perspective of an aging dog who finds joy in w...
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1 month ago
35 minutes

Great Art, Big Ideas
Freedom of Expression
In this episode we tackle the critical issue of book bans and restrictions impacting libraries and schools across the United States. Our expert panel, including Lauren Anderson, Sam Lee, and Harold Steward, will explore the cultural battles over intellectual freedom and the essential role of education in promoting diverse perspectives. Discover the challenges faced by librarians and educators as they navigate these complex issues and learn about the importance of preserving access to informat...
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1 year ago
45 minutes

Great Art, Big Ideas
Perspectives on Cultural Preservation
In this episode we bring together a distinguished panel to explore the crucial role of preserving cultural identities in our changing world. Featuring Sandy Grande, Chris Newell, Nakai Clearwater Northup, and Dana Jackson-Washington, the discussion dives into the importance of maintaining diverse cultural heritages for current and future generations. Our panelists share their unique experiences and insights into the challenges and successes of cultural preservation, offering valuable perspect...
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1 year ago
53 minutes

Great Art, Big Ideas
Turning to the Humanities in Challenging Times with Shelly Lowe and Jason Mancini
Shelly C. Lowe (Navajo), Chair of the National Endowment for the Humanities, and Jason Mancini, Executive Director of Connecticut Humanities, discuss the critical role the humanities play in tackling society’s toughest contemporary challenges. Chair Lowe will highlight new National Endowment for the Humanities initiatives that respond to some of the most pressing issues of our time: strengthening our democracy, advancing equity for all, and addressing our changing climate.Thanks for listening...
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1 year ago
45 minutes

Great Art, Big Ideas
Tempests of the Mind: Exploring Climate Change, Shakespeare, and the Human Experience
Step into the tempestuous world of Shakespeare's King Lear and explore its profound relevance to our modern climate challenges! No work of English literature speaks more directly to human vulnerability in the face of climate disruption than Shakespeare's King Lear. The old king, thrust into the storm, feels his environmental weakness to his skin. This round-table conversation is led by renowned Shakespearean scholar Steve Mentz. Speakers will include David Sterling Brown, a CT native wh...
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1 year ago
52 minutes

Great Art, Big Ideas
DECODING THE SCIENCE OF HAPPINESS WITH LAURIE SANTOS AND TAMAR GENDLER
Join Laurie Santos, host of the Happiness Lab Podcast, and Tamar Gendler, Yale Professor of Philosophy and the Science of Human Nature, for an enlightening discussion on the science, history, and philosophy of happiness. Learn useful tips and ideas on how to live a more positive life. Whether you're curious about what makes us happy or just want some advice on feeling better, this conversation will be packed with helpful information and good vibes.Thanks for listening and don't forget to subs...
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1 year ago
54 minutes

Great Art, Big Ideas
REDEFINING AGING: EMBRACING A NEW PARADIGM
Join author and activist Ashton Applewhite and Donna Fedus from Borrow My Glasses for an enlightening conversation on aging and inclusivity. Discover how aging can be a period of growth and vitality, while exploring strategies to combat ageism and promote fairness. Challenge common beliefs, share ideas for fostering a welcoming society for all ages, and delve into the importance of reshaping perceptions about aging. This discussion highlights the importance of reshaping perceptions about agin...
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1 year ago
42 minutes

Great Art, Big Ideas
SOCIAL CONNECTIONS TO END LONELINESS
Join host Catherine Shen on CT Public's "Where We Live" as she moderates an engaging discussion with Deb Bibbins, founder of For All Ages. Discover why social connection is the foundation of our mental and physical health, who the loneliest age group is (it’s not the one you think!), and how we can help one another improve our social connectivity. Learn how intergenerational connection has the power to add years to our lives and help our community feel more connected and livelier. Don’t miss ...
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1 year ago
51 minutes

Great Art, Big Ideas
Arts & Ideas Presents CT MIRROR’S “IN THE ROOM” WITH ERICK RUSSELL
Enjoy this unforgettable evening with John Dankosky, CT Mirror's Director of Events, and Erick Russell, Connecticut’s 84th State Treasurer! With John's charm and expertise as a renowned radio personality and moderator, and Erick's historic achievement as the first Black LGBTQ person elected to statewide office, get ready for an engaging and inspiring discussion.Thanks for listening and don't forget to subscribe on YouTube!
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1 year ago
53 minutes

Great Art, Big Ideas
DR. AYANA ELIZABETH JOHNSON IN CONVERSATION WITH JOHN DANKOSKY
Can science save us? Dr. Ayana Elizabeth Johnson of Urban Ocean Lab and John Dankosky from Science Friday, discussing Dr. Johnson's latest book, "What If We Get It Right?" Explore the bold notion of envisioning a future where we act out of love for what's to come, navigating through the complexities of climate change with optimism and determination. This transformative dialogue offers a roadmap for embracing solutions at the intersection of science, policy, culture, and justice, inviting ever...
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1 year ago
51 minutes

Great Art, Big Ideas
CLIMATE DISPLACEMENT
Enjoy this enlightening discussion on climate displacement, featuring speaker Tabitha Sookdeo from IRIS, Maya Prabhu from Law at Yale Law School and Yale School of Medicine, and Keshia "Talking Waters" De Freece from Sovereign Science LLC. Delve into the pressing question: Who are the climate migrants, and what challenges do they encounter? Gain insight into the complexities of climate-induced migration and the legal and humanitarian issues involved. Don't miss this opportunity to deepen your...
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1 year ago
54 minutes

Great Art, Big Ideas
CLIMATE ACTIVISM AND OPTIMISM
Lucy Nalpathanchil moderates a powerful conversation on Activism and Optimism that features LGBTQ BIPOC activists Adrian Huq, co-founder of the New Haven Climate Movement Youth Action Team, and Kwolanne Felix, Fellowship and Community Manager at Black Girl Environmentalist. This empowering dialogue highlights the potential of emerging climate leaders of color, including Black girls, women, and gender-expansive individuals, in climate leadership. Don't miss this opportunity to be inspired by t...
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1 year ago
53 minutes

Great Art, Big Ideas
VOTING RIGHTS – CITYWIDE YOUTH COALITION
Enjoy this invigorating community conversation hosted by the Citywide Youth Coalition Inc! In this Ideas event, recorded live on the New Haven Green, we tackle a transformative topic: expanding voting rights to 16-year-olds for local state elections. Dive into an engaging discussion as we explore the benefits and challenges of empowering our youth with the right to vote. We share insights on civic engagement, voting practices, and the importance of investing in the next generation of voters. ...
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1 year ago
52 minutes

Great Art, Big Ideas
In this fascinating talk, we explore the unexpected connections between neuroscience, quantum computing, and visual art through a unique interdisciplinary collaboration at Yale University. This talk features a panel discussion following the screening of a documentary about Italian visual artist Serena Campini, who served as an artist-in-residence at the Yale Quantum Institute. Through her residency, Campini created stunning multilayered artworks inspired by both neurological imaging and quan...