AZ Uncensored

Meet Papay Solomon, a local Phoenix artist who paints hyperrealist figures to amplify stories and experiences of the African diaspora. Listen to Papay's powerful story and his fresh perspective on why Black art does not always need to be categorized as political.

Hear from Representative Judy Schwiebert of District 20 who is also the co-founder of Theater Works in Peoria, Arizona! Representative Schwiebert brings her love of the arts and education, as a former educator, to her Freshman year role as a legislature!

Meet Camille Sledge! Local Phoenix singer, member of Phoenix Afrobeat Orchestra, and co-founder of School of Hip Hop, a Jazz and Hip Hop after school program for kids. Listen in on Camille's story and inspiring perspective on life as an artist. Also, go check out SchoolofHipHop.net AND Camille's latest solo project, "Streetlights and Lullabies" which is streaming now on all platforms!

Meet Jared Yazzie, a local fashion designer and founder of OXDX clothing, a Native American owned business based out of Tempe, Arizona that specializes in graphic art, screen printed apparel, and cut'n'sew clothing. Listen in on how Yazzie uses his designs and his work as a way to increase representation on Indigenous issues and to allow Native art to exist in the mainstream. Once you're done listening, go check out OXDX clothing!

Listen to this happy story about what happens when artists and galleries work together in the town of Prescott, demonstrating that artists lead no matter where they are.

Hear about the the inner workings of the Governor's office and how Democrats and Republicans can work together while finding out what music inspires this dynamic and thoughtful government official, Daniel Ruiz.

Meet the first Diné State Senator in Arizona, Jamecita Peshlakai, as she shares that indigenous people are the protectors of the land and the first "patriots" and shares some of the realities of the land left over by our government allocated to indigenous people.  #art #politics #azuncensored #navajo #dine #indigenous #veteran #desertstorm #protecttheland #patriot #LD7

In this podcast we talk about how divided things are and how to start to come together. We also share a little about our families.

Listen to the amazing way this Prescott arts center pivoted to reach out and serve their community. 

Another deep dive about the land that we're on, history, Indigenous People, Chicano art, and the power of words.

Join us as we talk with Speaker of the House, Rusty Bowers, a prolific artists and listen as he encourages people to show up and engage in the process.

This episode goes deep talking about the effects on people of color by our political system and things people might be able to do to activate themselves and others. 

And in depth talk with artist Zarco Guerro about historical oppression, including taking language and dignity from indigenous people.

Today we are joined by two influential art leaders of the past decade Rusty Foley and Bob Booker. They give us keen insight and wisdom for the arts landscape that we operate today.

What happens when Danny Morales, owner of CYPERS The Center for Urban Arts come together with Representative Cesar Chavez? We discover the impact of Hip Hop changing lives of youth, the community it brings, and resilient, authentic creativity. Legislative District 29 encompasses West Glendale and North Avondale and has the largest population of Hispanics in the state. 

We are joined today by art powerhouse Carmen Guerrero, founder of Culture Coalition and Representative Isela Blanc of District 26. Our talk today is focused on the profound impact of arts in the lives of K-12 students.

In Episode 3 we meet theatre artist and advocate Marcelino Quinonez and Arizona State Senator Juan Mendez. Both of them have a passion for change, which is why they have dedicated their lives to Arizona, arts, and politics.  #azarts #azartsandculture #azlove #azpolitics  

In Episode 2 we meet prima ballerina, dancer, choreographer, and educator Michele Michot Ceballos and Arizona Senator Lela Alston. These two women are leading their sectors.  #azarts #azartsandculture #azlove #azpolitics

In this inaugural episode of Arizona Uncensored, we talk with two youth artists and advocates: Paula Ortega and Thameenah "Ty" Muhammed, and Arizona State Representative Jennifer Longdon. We hear from them on why they do what they do in both arts and politics.  #azarts #azpolitics #azlove @azcitizens4arts #jenlongdon