Cloud9 by BahaiTeachings

Cloud9 explores sustainability, leaving behind an eco-legacy, and environmental stewardship in death care, with the founder of Pahiki Eco Caskets, Cortney Gusik. Learn more about the Baha'i Faith at BahaiTeachings.org

Cloud9 explores the great educational power of drama through the world of mental health and Baha'i-inspired therapy, with psychologist and drama therapist Rezal Martinez-Gillies. Learn more at BahaiTeachings.org

Cloud9 interviews music producer Benn Good to learn how hard work and faith empowered a young musician from the Eastside of Los Angeles to land his sixth Grammy nomination. Learn more at BahaiTeachings.org/Cloud9

In this fourth and final episode of a special four-part series, Cloud9 concludes our exploration of the social and spiritual implications of Confederate and colonial monuments by talking with artist and activist Anisa Tavangar about the future of monuments and memorialization from a Baha’i perspective. Learn more at BahaiTeachings.org

Cloud9 explores the social and spiritual implications of Confederate and colonial monuments in this special four-part series. In the third episode, we talk with Dr. Justin de Leon about the impact of Confederate and colonial monuments on people of Native descent in North America. Learn more at BahaiTeachings.org

Cloud9 explores the social and spiritual implications of Confederate and colonial monuments in this special four-part series. In the second episode, we talk with Dr. Layli Maparyan about the implications of Confederate monuments on people of African descent in America. SUBSCRIBE to our YOUTUBE channel to receive notifications about our latest videos: goo.gl/IaupVU Follow us on SOUNDCLOUD: @bahaiteachings Follow us on FACEBOOK: facebook.com/bahaiteachings.org Follow us on TWITTER: twitter.com/bahai_teachings Follow us on INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/bahaiteachings

Cloud9 explores the social and spiritual implications of confederate and colonial monuments in this special four-part series. In the first episode, we speak with Professor Derik Smith about the history of Confederate monuments in America. SUBSCRIBE to our YOUTUBE channel to receive notifications about our latest videos: goo.gl/IaupVU Follow us on SOUNDCLOUD: @bahaiteachings Follow us on FACEBOOK: facebook.com/bahaiteachings.org Follow us on TWITTER: twitter.com/bahai_teachings Follow us on INSTAGRAM: www.instagram.com/bahaiteachings

Cloud9 chats with Indigenous educator, environmentalist, producer, actor, musician, and filmmaker Roman Orona, about pushing boundaries, finding your true calling, uplifting humanity, and amplifying the true narrative of tribal peoples. SUBSCRIBE to our YOUTUBE channel to receive notifications about our latest videos: goo.gl/IaupVU Follow us on SOUNDCLOUD: @bahaiteachings Follow us on FACEBOOK: facebook.com/bahaiteachings.org Follow us on TWITTER: twitter.com/bahai_teachings Follow us on INSTAGRAM: www.instagram.com/bahaiteachings

Cloud9 explores consultation, ethical responsibility, cultural preservation, sincere friendship and female empowerment in the world of fashion, with the founder of the MOZH MOZH label Mozhdeh Matin. SUBSCRIBE to our YOUTUBE channel to receive notifications about our latest videos: goo.gl/IaupVU Follow us on SOUNDCLOUD: @bahaiteachings Follow us on FACEBOOK: facebook.com/bahaiteachings.org Follow us on TWITTER: twitter.com/bahai_teachings Follow us on INSTAGRAM: www.instagram.com/bahaiteachings

Cloud9 talks with Canadian artist Sky Glabush, about family, faith, vulnerability and taking risks in the search for truth and identity. SUBSCRIBE to our YOUTUBE channel to receive notifications about our latest videos: goo.gl/IaupVU Follow us on SOUNDCLOUD: @bahaiteachings Follow us on FACEBOOK: facebook.com/bahaiteachings.org Follow us on TWITTER: twitter.com/bahai_teachings Follow us on INSTAGRAM: www.instagram.com/bahaiteachings

Cloud9 talks with artist and curator Kimia Ferdowsi Kline about artists advancing the affairs of humankind, how her family’s story continues to inspire her, and the challenges of motherhood and diversity in the world of art curation. SUBSCRIBE to our YOUTUBE channel to receive notifications about our latest videos: goo.gl/IaupVU Follow us on SOUNDCLOUD: @bahaiteachings Follow us on FACEBOOK: facebook.com/bahaiteachings.org Follow us on TWITTER: twitter.com/bahai_teachings Follow us on INSTAGRAM: www.instagram.com/bahaiteachings

In this episode of Cloud9 we interview Esther Maloney, a theatre and film actor, director, writer, educator and producer who believes everyone has a story to tell. Subscribe to our YouTube channel to receive notifications about our latest videos: goo.gl/IaupVU Follow us on Facebook: facebook.com/bahaiteachings.org Follow us on Twitter: twitter.com/bahai_teachings Follow us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/bahaiteachings

Cloud9 interviews Grammy Award-winning producer, engineer, songwriter and recording artist KC Porter about his early life in Guatemala, his successful music career, his latest album and his lifelong commitment to promoting oneness. Subscribe to our YouTube channel to receive notifications about our latest videos: goo.gl/IaupVU Follow us on Facebook: facebook.com/bahaiteachings.org Follow us on Twitter: twitter.com/bahai_teachings Follow us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/bahaiteachings

BahaiTeachings.org interviews interdisciplinary artist, writer and educator Elizabeth De Souza, in a conversation about artists, how we value them, dealing with the culture of criticism, and the various creative practices that contribute to community building. Subscribe to our YouTube channel to receive notifications about our latest videos: goo.gl/IaupVU Follow us on Facebook: facebook.com/bahaiteachings.org Follow us on Twitter: twitter.com/bahai_teachings Follow us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/bahaiteachings

In this new podcast, BahaiTeachings.org talks with South African dentist, musician, jeweller, fashion designer and university lecturer Alex Faizi Rawhani, about balancing his pursuit for excellence with service to humanity. Subscribe to our YouTube channel to receive notifications about our latest videos: goo.gl/IaupVU Follow us on Facebook: facebook.com/bahaiteachings.org Follow us on Twitter: twitter.com/bahai_teachings Follow us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/bahaiteachings

BahaiTeachings.org talks with SoulPancake Head of Creative Golriz Lucina Gundry about creating meaningful, joyful and uplifting content that could change the world. Subscribe to our YouTube channel to receive notifications about our latest videos: goo.gl/IaupVU Follow us on Facebook: facebook.com/bahaiteachings.org Follow us on Twitter: twitter.com/bahai_teachings Follow us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/bahaiteachings

BahaiTeachings.org talks with visual artist Jacqueline Claire about her life and career, exploring the role of art and faith in elevating her audiences and accessing the mystical realities. Subscribe to our YouTube channel to receive notifications about our latest videos: goo.gl/IaupVU Follow us on Facebook: facebook.com/bahaiteachings.org Follow us on Twitter: twitter.com/bahai_teachings Follow us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/bahaiteachings

In Part 2 of our interview with Penn Badgley, Cloud9 learns how the Baha’i Faith has impacted the life of the actor, musician and social justice advocate. We talk about what he’s most passionate about and learn of his plans for the future. Subscribe to our YouTube channel to receive notifications about our latest videos: goo.gl/IaupVU Follow us on Facebook: facebook.com/bahaiteachings.org Follow us on Twitter: twitter.com/bahai_teachings Follow us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/bahaiteachings

In Part 1 of this two-part episode, Cloud9 interviews American actor, musician, and social justice advocate Penn Badgley about finding coherence, his online presence, human rights, and becoming a Baha’i. Subscribe to our YouTube channel to receive notifications about our latest videos: goo.gl/IaupVU Follow us on Facebook: facebook.com/bahaiteachings.org Follow us on Twitter: twitter.com/bahai_teachings Follow us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/bahaiteachings

BahaiTeachings.org interviews internationally renowned concert pianist Dorothy Khadem-Missagh about striving for excellence, spirituality in classical music, and using music as a ladder for the soul. Follow us on SOUNDCLOUD: @bahaiteachings SUBSCRIBE to our YOUTUBE channel to receive notifications about our latest videos: goo.gl/IaupVU Follow us on FACEBOOK: facebook.com/bahaiteachings.org Follow us on TWITTER: twitter.com/bahai_teachings Follow us on INSTAGRAM: www.instagram.com/bahaiteachings

BahaiTeachings.org commemorates the upcoming Bicentenary of the Bab, and reflects on the impact of his writings and teachings, with Florida-based artist, writer, lecturer and curator Michael Solomon. Follow us on SOUNDCLOUD: @bahaiteachings SUBSCRIBE to our YOUTUBE channel to receive notifications about our latest videos: goo.gl/IaupVU Follow us on FACEBOOK: facebook.com/bahaiteachings.org Follow us on TWITTER: twitter.com/bahai_teachings Follow us on INSTAGRAM: www.instagram.com/bahaiteachings

BahaiTeachings.org interviews Chicago based photographer Nancy Wong about finding her voice in a competitive industry, and how her faith informs and motivates her creative projects and passion for social justice. Follow us on SOUNDCLOUD: @bahaiteachings SUBSCRIBE to our YOUTUBE channel to receive notifications about our latest videos: goo.gl/IaupVU Follow us on FACEBOOK: facebook.com/bahaiteachings.org Follow us on TWITTER: twitter.com/bahai_teachings Follow us on INSTAGRAM: www.instagram.com/bahaiteachings

BahaiTeachings.org interviews New York based playwright Nathan Alan Davis about how his faith informs his identity and purpose as a playwright, father, and mixed race artist in America. Follow us on SOUNDCLOUD: @bahaiteachings SUBSCRIBE to our YOUTUBE channel to receive notifications about our latest videos: goo.gl/IaupVU Follow us on FACEBOOK: facebook.com/bahaiteachings.org Follow us on TWITTER: twitter.com/bahai_teachings Follow us on INSTAGRAM: www.instagram.com/bahaiteachings

BahaiTeachings.org interviews Nashville-based portrait artist Juliet Crossley about how race, motherhood, faith and a profound sense of justice inspire her art. Follow us on SOUNDCLOUD: @bahaiteachings SUBSCRIBE to our YOUTUBE channel to receive notifications about our latest videos: goo.gl/IaupVU Follow us on FACEBOOK: facebook.com/bahaiteachings.org Follow us on TWITTER: twitter.com/bahai_teachings Follow us on INSTAGRAM: www.instagram.com/bahaiteachings

BahaiTeachings.org interviews traditional storyteller, poet and multidisciplinary artist Louise Profeit-LeBlanc about identity, preservation, and her prayers for reconciliation. Follow us on SOUNDCLOUD: @bahaiteachings SUBSCRIBE to our YOUTUBE channel to receive notifications about our latest videos: goo.gl/IaupVU Follow us on FACEBOOK: facebook.com/bahaiteachings.org Follow us on TWITTER: twitter.com/bahai_teachings Follow us on INSTAGRAM: www.instagram.com/bahaiteachings

Cloud9 interviews Raha Poostchi, the artist and producer behind Bass Adjustment, to learn about why he’s motivated to promote unity in diversity through his captivating melodies and powerful lyrics. Follow us on SOUNDCLOUD: @bahaiteachings SUBSCRIBE to our YOUTUBE channel to receive notifications about our latest videos: goo.gl/IaupVU Follow us on FACEBOOK: facebook.com/bahaiteachings.org Follow us on TWITTER: twitter.com/bahai_teachings Follow us on INSTAGRAM: www.instagram.com/bahaiteachings

Cloud9 interviews Parissa Tosif, co-founder of electronic music sensation Vallis Alps, about the group’s rapid rise to popularity and how their spiritually creative approach incorporates the Baha’i teachings. SUBSCRIBE to our YOUTUBE channel to receive notifications about our latest videos: goo.gl/IaupVU Follow us on SOUNDCLOUD: @bahaiteachings Follow us on FACEBOOK: facebook.com/bahaiteachings.org Follow us on TWITTER: twitter.com/bahai_teachings Follow us on INSTAGRAM: www.instagram.com/bahaiteachings

Cloud9 interviews multidisciplinary artist and activist Masud Olufani about how the narrative of racism guides his creative pursuits. We also learn about his new podcast series, America’s Most Challenging Issue, hosted by BahaiTeachings.org. SUBSCRIBE to our YOUTUBE channel to receive notifications about our latest videos: goo.gl/IaupVU Follow us on SOUNDCLOUD: @bahaiteachings Follow us on FACEBOOK: facebook.com/bahaiteachings.org Follow us on TWITTER: twitter.com/bahai_teachings Follow us on INSTAGRAM: www.instagram.com/bahaiteachings

BahaiTeachings.org interviews architects Henry Lape and Saeed Granfar about their experience in designing and constructing the first National Baha’i House of Worship of Papua New Guinea. SUBSCRIBE to our YOUTUBE channel to receive notifications about our latest videos: goo.gl/IaupVU Follow us on SOUNDCLOUD: @bahaiteachings Follow us on FACEBOOK: facebook.com/bahaiteachings.org Follow us on TWITTER: twitter.com/bahai_teachings Follow us on INSTAGRAM: www.instagram.com/bahaiteachings

BahaiTeachings.org interviews Lakota hoop dancer, flute player and storyteller Kevin Locke about life on the Standing Rock Reservation, and how he utilizes his spiritual and traditional beliefs as tools in his creative practice. SUBSCRIBE to our YOUTUBE channel to receive notifications about our latest videos: goo.gl/IaupVU Follow us on SOUNDCLOUD: @bahaiteachings Follow us on FACEBOOK: facebook.com/bahaiteachings.org Follow us on TWITTER: twitter.com/bahai_teachings Follow us on INSTAGRAM: www.instagram.com/bahaiteachings Visit us at: www.BahaiTeachings.org

In this episode of Cloud9 we interview writer, director and producer Mary Darling about motherhood, Baha'i identity and how she’s bringing the Baha'i teachings to television. SUBSCRIBE to our YOUTUBE channel to receive notifications about our latest videos: goo.gl/IaupVU Follow us on SOUNDCLOUD: @bahaiteachings Follow us on FACEBOOK: facebook.com/bahaiteachings.org Follow us on TWITTER: twitter.com/bahai_teachings Follow us on INSTAGRAM: www.instagram.com/bahaiteachings Visit us at: www.BahaiTeachings.org

In the episode of Cloud9, BahaiTeachings.org interviews Barbara Talley, an American Baha’i and poet, writer and speaker, who uses her rhyming style to tell stories that heal, educate, and create a historical narrative of the age in which we live. SUBSCRIBE to our YOUTUBE channel to receive notifications about our latest videos: goo.gl/IaupVU Follow us on SOUNDCLOUD: @bahaiteachings Follow us on FACEBOOK: facebook.com/bahaiteachings.org Follow us on TWITTER: twitter.com/bahai_teachings Follow us on INSTAGRAM: www.instagram.com/bahaiteachings Visit us at: www.BahaiTeachings.org

In this episode, Cloud9 interviews Canadian producer, composer, and musical director Jack Lenz. Born in a small Saskatchewan town, Jack first learned about the Baha’i Faith while attending university, through his fine art professor and renowned artist Otto Don Rogers. Soon after, he found himself on the road with other young Baha’is writing music and performing for Jalal, a band formed to share the teachings of Baha’u’llah through music across Canada. This landed him a gig touring with the 70’s musical duo Seals & Crofts, and found him sharing the same teachings to even larger crowds around the world. SUBSCRIBE to our YOUTUBE channel to receive notifications about our latest videos: goo.gl/IaupVU Follow us on SOUNDCLOUD: soundcloud.com/bahaiteachings Follow us on FACEBOOK: facebook.com/bahaiteachings.org Follow us on TWITTER: twitter.com/bahai_teachings Follow us on INSTAGRAM: www.instagram.com/bahaiteachings Visit us at: www.BahaiTeachings.org

BahaiTeachings.org’s arts editor Shadi Toloui-Wallace interviews San Diego-based conceptual artist Shirin Towfiq about empowering communities through socially-engaged art and creative problem solving. SUBSCRIBE to our YOUTUBE channel to receive notifications about our latest videos: goo.gl/IaupVU Follow us on SOUNDCLOUD: soundcloud.com/bahaiteachings Follow us on FACEBOOK: facebook.com/bahaiteachings.org Follow us on TWITTER: twitter.com/bahai_teachings Follow us on INSTAGRAM: www.instagram.com/bahaiteachings Visit us at: www.BahaiTeachings.org

This week on Cloud9, Shadi interviews Jamey Heath, American musician and producer, about his childhood on the road with Seals & Crofts, and living a life of service to humanity through music. SUBSCRIBE to our YOUTUBE channel to receive notifications about our latest videos: goo.gl/IaupVU Follow us on SOUNDCLOUD: soundcloud.com/bahaiteachings Follow us on FACEBOOK: facebook.com/bahaiteachings.org Follow us on TWITTER: twitter.com/bahai_teachings Follow us on INSTAGRAM: www.instagram.com/bahaiteachings Visit us at: www.BahaiTeachings.org

This special one-hour episode of Cloud9 features a reciprocal interview with Cloud9 host Shadi Toloui-Wallace and Baha’i Blogcast host Rainn Wilson. They interview each other about their respective podcasts, creative ambitions, lives and service. SUBSCRIBE to our YOUTUBE channel to receive notifications about our latest videos: goo.gl/IaupVU Follow us on SOUNDCLOUD: @bahaiteachings Follow us on FACEBOOK: facebook.com/bahaiteachings.org Follow us on TWITTER: twitter.com/bahai_teachings Follow us on INSTAGRAM: www.instagram.com/bahaiteachings Visit us at: www.BahaiTeachings.org

BahaiTeachings.org’s arts editor Shadi Toloui-Wallace interviews Celine Chhuon, a French photographer based in Paris, about capturing beauty in diversity, unity, authenticity, and love in her timeless photographs. SUBSCRIBE to our YOUTUBE channel to receive notifications about our latest videos: goo.gl/IaupVU Follow us on SOUNDCLOUD: @bahaiteachings Follow us on FACEBOOK: facebook.com/bahaiteachings.org Follow us on TWITTER: twitter.com/bahai_teachings Follow us on INSTAGRAM: www.instagram.com/bahaiteachings Visit us at: www.BahaiTeachings.org

BahaiTeachings.org’s arts editor Shadi Toloui-Wallace interviews musician, composer and educator Mtali Shaka Banda about race, religion, identity, his coming of age story, and his latest album Rights of Passage. SUBSCRIBE to our YOUTUBE channel to receive notifications about our latest videos: goo.gl/IaupVU Follow us on SOUNDCLOUD: @bahaiteachings Follow us on FACEBOOK: facebook.com/bahaiteachings.org Follow us on TWITTER: twitter.com/bahai_teachings Follow us on INSTAGRAM: www.instagram.com/bahaiteachings Visit us at: www.BahaiTeachings.org

This week, we interview Tongan visual artist, musician and dancer, Ruha Fifita about the indigenous art form of Ngatu; the influence of family and culture in her work; and how the arts impact community development. SUBSCRIBE to our YOUTUBE channel to receive notifications about our latest videos: goo.gl/IaupVU Follow us on SOUNDCLOUD: @bahaiteachings Follow us on FACEBOOK: facebook.com/bahaiteachings.org Follow us on TWITTER: twitter.com/bahai_teachings Follow us on INSTAGRAM: www.instagram.com/bahaiteachings Visit us at: www.BahaiTeachings.org

Entrepreneur and film producer Steve Sarowitz talks to BahaiTeachings.org about his fascination with The Bab, the forerunner and herald of Baha'u’llah, and why he was moved to produce the upcoming ABC documentary about the Bab’s remarkable life. Check out https://thegatefilm.com for more info. SUBSCRIBE to our YOUTUBE channel to receive notifications about our latest videos: https://goo.gl/IaupVU Follow us on SOUNDCLOUD: https://soundcloud.com/bahaiteachings Follow us on FACEBOOK: http://facebook.com/bahaiteachings.org Follow us on TWITTER: http://twitter.com/bahai_teachings Follow us on INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/bahaiteachings Visit us at: http://www.BahaiTeachings.org

BahaiTeachings.org’s new arts editor Shadi Toloui-Wallace talks with artist, philosopher, and social justice advocate Leili Towfigh about beauty, ceramics and her Baha’i-inspired vision of a world where racial unity conquers hatred. SUBSCRIBE to our YOUTUBE channel to receive notifications about our latest videos: https://goo.gl/IaupVU Follow us on SOUNDCLOUD: https://soundcloud.com/bahaiteachings Follow us on FACEBOOK: http://facebook.com/bahaiteachings.org Follow us on TWITTER: http://twitter.com/bahai_teachings Follow us on INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/bahaiteachings Visit us at: http://www.BahaiTeachings.org