Podcasts about American Masters

In this episode, Brooklyn-based filmmaker and writer Maryam Mir shares her inspiring journey of transitioning from a consulting career to filmmaking. As a Kashmiri-Canadian born in Germany, raised in Bahrain, with Kenyan ancestry, Maryam finds inspiration in the warmth, joy, and gentleness of her many communities. She explores the powerful intersections of identity, storytelling, and social impact, emphasizing how filmmaking can create a sense of belonging and possibility. Maryam reflects on the discomfort of being a beginner in creative endeavors, the collaborative nature of filmmaking, and the importance of nurturing one's creative life force.We dive deep into the process behind her acclaimed short film Sweet Refuge, which has been screened at over 40 festivals and won multiple awards. Maryam takes us through the entire journey—from the initial spark of inspiration for the story, to the careful selection of actors, the challenges of filming over five days in Brooklyn, and the joy of sharing the film at festivals around the world.Watch Sweet Refuge here.[Bio]Maryam Mir is a Pillars Artist Fellow ‘24 (founded by Riz Ahmed x Netflix), Gotham Marcie Bloom Fellow '23, NYFA Artist Awardee '22 and Asian American Writers' Workshop Fellow '19.Her narrative short, “Sweet Refuge”, screened at 40+ festivals, won several awards, including a Directors Guild of America Jury Award and was acquired by AMC+ as part of their "Future of Film: AAPI Rising Stars". Her latest narrative film, "Grandma Swim", set in Bahrain, is currently in post-production, with support from the Doha Film Institute. She also recently produced "Sarah Thankam Mathews: After All This" for PBS' American Masters and is currently producing another documentary short in partnership with REI and The Redford Center. She holds an MFA degree from NYU Tisch's Graduate Film Program, where she was an Ang Lee Scholar and concentrated in writing and directing. Prior to film school, she worked in consulting for half a decade in New York and Dubai, where she helped Fortune 50 organizations strengthen their culture through storytelling and design.-- Are you ready to connect with your creative life force? Schedule a free 30 minute consultation ⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠!

Guest: Antonino D'Ambrosio, director, American Masters documentary on Roberta Flack.

We explain why we've been listening to the American Masters: Creative Podcast from PBS. Hope you enjoy it too.

This week we have Steff and Renee introducing the American Masters: Creative Spark podcast from PBS. We've become regular listeners and hope you enjoy it too.

Today's episode is on "No Direction Home: Bob Dylan", a 2005 film about Bob Dylan directed by our old pal Martin Scorsese. Our guest today is Erin Callahan, host of the "Infinity Goes Up on Trial" Bob Dylan podcast. Please also check out the Treble 100 essay on "Blonde on Blonde". No Direction Home was originally broadcast as part of the American Masters series on PBS. It features lengthy interviews with Bob as well as many of the musicians and other folks he interacted with on his rise to superstardom. It ends in 1966 and then that's that. It's the kind of documentary that mostly hits the highlights, but honestly, the dude had a lot of highlights! So that's OK. Rock Docs is a Treble Media Podcast hosted by David Lizerbram & Andrew Keatts Twitter: @RockDocsPod   Instagram: @RockDocsPod   Cover Art by N.C. Winters - check him out on Instagram at @NCWintersArt    

We explain why we've been listening to the American Masters: Creative Podcast from PBS. Hope you enjoy it too.

This week we have Steff and Renee introducing the American Masters: Creative Spark podcast from PBS. We've become regular listeners and hope you enjoy it too.

Our special guest today is Karla Murthy, an Emmy-nominated producer who has been working on news documentaries for over 15 years. She began her career working for the veteran journalist Bill Moyers and has been a producer, cinematographer, and correspondent for several news programs on PBS. Her award-winning work was described in the Columbia Journalism Review as “compelling, informative, and compassionate.” Her directorial debut, the feature documentary The Place That Makes Us screened at numerous film festivals and had its national broadcast premiere on America ReFramed. She is now working on her next feature documentary film called The Gas Station Attendant, a co-production with ITVS for public television. Karla is of Filipino and South Asian descent. She grew up in Texas studying classical piano and graduated from Oberlin College with a degree in Religion and Computer Science. Today we'll discuss her recent short film Love, Jamie, about a transgender artist incarcerated in Texas.

This week we have Steff and Renee introducing the American Masters: Creative Spark podcast from PBS. We've become regular listeners and hope you enjoy it too.

He was one of the greatest musical minds of the 20th century… and he hailed from Seattle. Songwriter, composer, arranger and producer Quincy Jones, died yesterday at the age of 91.  The 28-time Grammy winner moved to the Pacific Northwest at the age of 10 and eventually graduated from Garfield High School. Jones credited Seattle's musical openness with shaping his style. He met Ray Charles here. In a typical night, they would play across the city, from the tony Seattle Tennis Club to hangouts on Jackson Street, which was in the city's red light district, playing classical, jazz, marches, and pop music.   Jones played jazz trumpet. Quincy Jones described his time in Seattle for PBS' “American Masters” in 2021: "We had to play everything with school. We played Sousa. And you play classical music and Debussy… on the jobs… Ray Charles, we, played Debussey on some of the jobs and we had to play Big Fat Butterfly parody, a parody on a poor butterfly. We had to play absolutely everything." That musical openness and genre defying attitude was a thread that he carried throughout his life.  In the 50's, Jones played with some of the jazz greats, including Herbie Mann, Zoot Sims, Hank Jones and Charles Mingus on Evening in Paris from his 1957 LP, “This Is How I Feel About Jazz." A few years later Jones played with Ray Charles on "One Mint Julep." But soon, Jones was branching out stylistically. He left an indelible mark on the music industry through his film scores... And while Soul Bossa Nova wasn't specifically WRITTEN for Austin Powers, it certainly became known as the theme song for the "International Man of Mystery..." He arranged songs for legends like Frank Sinatra. And in the 70's, when funk was EVERYWHERE, Jones turned it into gold, including the track "The Streetbeater," which became the theme song to Sanford & Sons... In the 80's Jones famously produced Michael Jackson's meteoric rise to stardom, with tracks like "Don't Stop Til You Get Enough." He butted heads with Jackson on the opening to Billie Jean... (He thought it was too long, Jackson disagreed.) And made the notorious phone call that got Eddie Van Halen in the studio to play guitar on "Beat It..." Quincy Jones, a giant of American music, is one of few producers to have number one records in three consecutive decades, the 1960s, 1970s, and 1980s... Jones passed Sunday night at his home in Los Angeles. He was 91. Thank you to the supporters of KUOW, you help make this show possible! If you want to help out, go to kuow.org/donate/soundsidenotes Soundside is a production of KUOW in Seattle, a proud member of the NPR Network.  RELATED LINK:  Quincy Jones's Legacy in 14 Essential Songs - New York TimesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today, we're sharing a special episode from our friends at PBS' Webby Award-winning podcast American Masters: Creative Spark. Join host Joe Skinner as he speaks with Oscar-nominated actress Minnie Driver about how she took on the role of one of the most powerful women in history. She talks about the joy of acting in period pieces, and reminds us to “never underestimate the power of dressing up,” even if the corset can be a little too tight at times.Listen and follow American Masters: Creative Spark for even more interviews here: https://link.chtbl.com/driver?sid=mediamaker ---Subscribe to learn more about filmmaking, production, media makers, creator resources, visual storytelling, and every aspect that brings film, television, and video projects from concepts to our screens. Check out the MediaMakerSpotlight.com show page to find even more conversations with industry professionals that inspire, educate, and entertain!We on the Women in Film & Video (WIFV) Podcast Team work hard to make this show a great resource for our listeners, and we thank you for listening!

Today we're sharing an episode of a podcast from our friends at PBS that we think you'll really like – American Masters: Creative Spark.  It's a show that interviews iconic artists across disciplines about their creative journeys in a way that is sure to inspire listeners. This episode features an interview between host Joe Skinner and Tony Award-winning actor Joseph Gordon-Levitt. The actor discusses the vast “spectrum of realism” in his line of work. Whether it's the recently released Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F, Lincoln, 3rd Rock From the Sun, The Dark Knight Rises, Mysterious Skin, 500 Days of Summer, or one of the dozens of other projects he's starred in, Gordon-Levitt really shows his range.  Listen to hear him unpack his creative journey, and find more episodes of American Masters: Creative Spark at https://link.chtbl.com/eOfylsfA?sid=LISS

Director Sam Pollard joins moderator Wendy Eley Jackson (Film and Media Studies, UCSB) for a discussion of his film Max Roach: The Drum Also Waltzes. They discuss his long and remarkable career as a documentary filmmaker and the life of jazz musician Max Roach. They also reflect on Pollard's varied documentary subject matter throughout the decades, from dressage to graffiti to the civil rights movement, and working closely with director Spike Lee. Series: "Carsey-Wolf Center" [Humanities] [Show ID: 39974]

Director Sam Pollard joins moderator Wendy Eley Jackson (Film and Media Studies, UCSB) for a discussion of his film Max Roach: The Drum Also Waltzes. They discuss his long and remarkable career as a documentary filmmaker and the life of jazz musician Max Roach. They also reflect on Pollard's varied documentary subject matter throughout the decades, from dressage to graffiti to the civil rights movement, and working closely with director Spike Lee. Series: "Carsey-Wolf Center" [Humanities] [Show ID: 39974]

Director Sam Pollard joins moderator Wendy Eley Jackson (Film and Media Studies, UCSB) for a discussion of his film Max Roach: The Drum Also Waltzes. They discuss his long and remarkable career as a documentary filmmaker and the life of jazz musician Max Roach. They also reflect on Pollard's varied documentary subject matter throughout the decades, from dressage to graffiti to the civil rights movement, and working closely with director Spike Lee. Series: "Carsey-Wolf Center" [Humanities] [Show ID: 39974]

Director Sam Pollard joins moderator Wendy Eley Jackson (Film and Media Studies, UCSB) for a discussion of his film Max Roach: The Drum Also Waltzes. They discuss his long and remarkable career as a documentary filmmaker and the life of jazz musician Max Roach. They also reflect on Pollard's varied documentary subject matter throughout the decades, from dressage to graffiti to the civil rights movement, and working closely with director Spike Lee. Series: "Carsey-Wolf Center" [Humanities] [Show ID: 39974]

Editor's note: Basic Folk is pleased to introduce our listeners to one of our favorite podcasts by sharing an episode in our feed!Do you ever find yourself watching, reading, or listening to something truly amazing and wondering, “How did they do it?”. That's why we wanted to share an episode of American Masters: Creative Spark, the award-winning podcast from PBS.American Masters: Creative Spark shares the creative journeys of artists and legends across disciplines. Recently, host Joe Skinner sat down with Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter Jewel to discuss her latest project The Portal: An Art Experience by Jewel, which integrates music, behavioral health concepts, and visual arts into an immersive experience centered around the "three spheres" philosophy. The episode dives deep into Jewel's personal life and career, recounting her journey navigating a traumatic childhood and channeling its challenges into better understanding herself.Needless to say, American Masters: Creative Spark is the perfect companion podcast to Basic Folk. So make sure to follow American Masters: Creative Spark on your favorite podcast app.You can learn more about “The Portal: An Art Experience” here: https://crystalbridges.org/news-room/jewel-presents-immersive-art-experience-at-crystal-bridges-museum-of-american-art/Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Live with Author, Marilynn Hughes, of 'The Out-of-Body Travel Foundation' on Out of Body Travel and Mysticism. Special subjects and questions answered. https://outofbodytravel.org Out of Body, Out of Body Travel, Out of Body Experiences, OBE, OOBE, Astral, Astral Travel, Astral Experiences, Astral Projection, Near Death, NDE, Near Death Experiences, Mystical, Mystical Experiences, Marilynn Hughes, The Out-of-Body Travel Foundation

“I had to work in how I could find the time [to exercise] and realize that if I gave the time to take care of myself, I'd have more to give. I would have the Word in my heart, I could pray, I could do so many things while I exercised, and then I was a better person because I had more to give.” In this episode, Lauren Boner interviews two individuals with a great passion for health and fitness, and who give their all for God as they steward their physical bodies. Terri Rath is a seasoned personal trainer and running coach with over twenty-six years of expertise. She has achieved nine world records in running and fourteen American Masters track and field records. And Steele Bergman is a minister with an avid love for God's Word and for pushing himself as a runner. At the time of this recording, he has run five full marathons, four half marathons, and participated in a two-day, two-hundred-mile relay race called a “Ragnar.” Listen in as these two share their stories on how they grew in health and fitness, and what God's Word says about the subject. Conversation Links: I Timothy 4:8 II Corinthians 4:7 John 10:10 Proverbs 3:2 Joshua 14:11 II Kings 11,12 II Chronicles 23,24 Hebrews 12:1-3 Philippians 4:13 Mark 1 I Corinthians 6:20 Psalm 18 Philippians 4:6 Ephesians 6:10 Zechariah 4:10 Genesis 2:18 Proverbs 28:20 To Learn More about The Way International: https://linktr.ee/thewayintl https://www.theway.org/contact-us/ Certain opinions expressed in this podcast may or may not represent the views of The Way International. All music used is either owned by The Way International, is used with permission, has been purchased for use, or is in the public domain.

Tony Award-winning actor Joseph Gordon-Levitt, well known for his start in NBC's award-winning comedy series 3rd Rock from the Sun and fresh from starring in the latest Netflix hit Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F, has had a long and varied career that showcases his range as an actor. Today, we're sharing a special episode from our friends at PBS' Webby Award-winning podcast American Masters: Creative Spark. Their host, Joe Skinner, sits down with Gordon-Levitt for an amazing conversation about his creative approach to building characters and fitting the mold of the genre he's working in. He delves into some of his most iconic performances and discusses working with a wide range of acting styles, from the talents of Eddie Murphy to Daniel Day-Lewis. Listen and follow American Masters: Creative Spark for even more interviews here: https://link.chtbl.com/JGL?sid=netflix

Arts and Society & Culture - American Masters | PBS

The new season of American Masters illuminates the creative journeys of artists and icons across disciplines – from Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter Jewel and Tony Award-winning actor Joseph Gordon-Levitt to Pulitzer-winning playwright Annie Baker.   To get your trailer into the Pods Like Us feed, please contact podslikeus@gmail.com 

Show Date: 7/9/24 Dan provides a preview of the upcoming Pan American Masters Games 2024. Cleveland, OH will be hosting this historic event that will run July 12 thru July 21, 2024. Athletes over the age of 30 will be able to compete in 24 medal-contending sports. Beginning in 2016, this event has been hosted around the globe. 2024 will be the first time in the United States. Here is the event program. Sports and Songs Podcast Links: https://www.facebook.com/sportsandsongs1 https://twitter.com/SportsandSongs1 https://www.instagram.com/sportsandsongs/ https://www.sportsandsongspodcast.com/

On Thursday's show: We preview this afternoon's memorial service for 12-year-old Jocelyn Nungaray. Then, we discuss the politicization of tragedies and crimes like her murder, which has been talked about by candidates on both sides of the aisle.Also this hour: A number of recent stories surrounding behavior of doctors at Houston-area hospitals have raised some interesting medical ethics questions. A medical ethicist talks over the issues at the heart of those stories.Then, the new Pixar film Inside Out 2 introduces new emotions in the mind of its adolescent protagonist, including Anxiety and Embarrassment. In this month's installment of our film segment, The Bigger Picture, the parents on our team discuss navigating such emotions with their kids.And trans artist Jamie Diaz spent nearly 30 years incarcerated in a men's prison. A pen pal exchange led to an 11-year friendship and a show in a New York art gallery. Her story is the subject of a new American Masters documentary short, called Love, Jamie.

When this podcast ended, we promised that we would come back if we could land interviews with people associated with the show.  Today we are keeping our promise and are back with a writer and producer: Richard Gurman!  Richard was involved with Married with Children from its start with the Unaired Pilot in late 1986 through the end of Season 10. He also wrote the first episode of Season 11.  If there is one person besides the show's creators who can tell the complete story of Married with Children, this is the guy! Mr. Gurman has a new book out on April 23, 2024 entitled Married… With Children vs. the World: The Inside Story of the Shock-Com that Launched FOX and Changed TV Comedy Forever.  This book is the definitive inside story that you need to add to your Married with Children collection, and just like watching episodes of the show, you will want to read this book over and over again!  This book has been reviewed and endorsed by Ed O'Neill, Katey Sagal, David Garrison, and Michael G. Moye! Richard worked in Hollywood for over thirty-five years writing, producing, and showrunning such popular TV shows as Happy Days, Laverne & Shirley, Mork & Mindy, Diff'rent Strokes, Facts of Life, Still Standing, and of course Married… With Children. In 2017, he produced the documentary film This Is Bob Hope for the PBS series American Masters, and in 2020, along with director John Scheinfeld, he executive produced the documentary The Happy Days of Garry Marshall for ABC.  According to IMDB he has writing credits across 21 shows, producer credits on 15 shows, and has also been a creative consultant and story editor.  Richard holds a bachelor's degree in sociology and a master's degree in journalism from the University of California at Berkeley. In this interview, Annabel talks to Richard about his Hollywood career, his days on Married with Children, and of course about his book!  Topics include, a week in the life of a television writer on Married With Children, Barry Diller, Terry Rakolta, the global impact of the show and much MUCH more!  So, let's dust off the chairs in the nudie bar, put the Girlie Girl beer back on ice, and listen in to Mr. Richard Gurman!  This book is available where all books are sold.  You should go out and BUY this TODAY if you haven't preordered it already!    

In this week's episode I sat down with Lachi. Lachi is a globally touring singer and songwriter, award winning social entrepreneur, GRAMMYs Chapter Board Governor, founder of the UN-recognized organization RAMPD (Recording Artists and Music Professionals with Disabilities), and host of PBS' American Masters series ‘Renegades'. Born legally blind, Lachi uses her platform in music, storytelling and fashion to amplify identity pride and Disability Culture. Named a USA Today Woman of the Year, a “new champion in advocacy” by Billboard, and "a foot soldier for Disability Pride'' by Forbes, her cultural activism has landed her spots on national ads and TEDx stages, discussions with the White House, BBC, Good Morning America and The New York Times, and her bejeweled glam canes have popped up everywhere from New York Fashion Week to major LA movie premieres. We discuss the power of community and the importance in recognizing other people's journeys, the differences between accessibility and disability inclusion, how the music industry transformed her and how she is transforming the music industry and much, much more. Listen To Lachi: Spotify Follow Lachi: Instagram: @lachimusic TikTok: @lachimusic YouTube: Lachi Website: https://www.lachimusic.com/index.html  Follow RAMPD: Instagram: @rampd_up Website: https://rampd.org/  Shop Glam Canes HERE Follow Me: Instagram: @jill_ilana , @alwayslookingup.podcast TikTok: @jillian_ilana Website: https://www.jillianilana.com/ Email: alwayslookingup227@gmail.com

Tonight on The Last Word: Jury selection begins on Monday for Donald Trump's first criminal trial. Also, Trump and Republicans deflect on abortion after the Arizona ruling. Plus, President Biden announces a new student loan relief plan and a new rule to close the “gun show loophole.” And PBS releases an “American Masters” episode on former Sen. Daniel Patrick Moynihan. Barbara McQuade, Glenn Kirschner, Rep. Abigail Spanberger, and Rep. James Clyburn join Lawrence O'Donnell.

This week we watched season 33, episode 10 of "American Masters" - something we both reckon we'd never have watched if not for this delightful podcast that we do each week. In this episode, "American Masters" focuses on iconic Puerto Rican actor Raul Julia - his career on stage and screen, but also his personal life behind the camera and the impact he had on Hollywood. John Leguizamo plays himself - he does a bit of Shakespeare at one point and speaks on how awesome Raul Julia is. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dr. Alvin S. Felzenberg, author, educator, and public servant on his political biography of William F. Buckley, Jr., A Man and His Presidents, and his contributions to PBS's recent American Masters television special on Buckley; The Incomparable Mr. Buckley. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we welcome Emmy-nominated Composer, Score Producer and Musician Chris Ruggiero. Chris has worked on films such as Emily the Criminal, Swallow, The Martha Mitchell Effect, Minding the Gap, Hooligan Sparrow, “Soundbreaking: Stories from the Cutting Edge of Recorded Music,” One Child Nation, Plan C, Camp Courage, episodes of “American Masters" and “American Experience” — and Resynator, which is premiering at SXSW this month. In our chat, we hear Chris' backstory, his path from working at MTV, to creating jingles for brands, on through scoring many of today's top independent films and documentaries. The Making Of is presented by AJA Video Systems.Versatile color management and conversion with AJA ColorBox From film to live production, color is an art. Achieving the right look requires a combination of talent and access to tools like AJA ColorBox. The color management and conversion box has quickly become a favorite among DITs with camera log, HDR, and WCG support, 12G-SDI and HDMI 2.0 connectivity, and unparalleled color processing. Find out why.ZEISS Conversations with Meena SinghJoin the ZEISS Conversations webinar featuring renowned Director of Photography Meena Singh on Thursday, March 28th at 12pm PST / 3pm EST. Hear her insights about using ZEISS Supreme Prime Radiance lenses to create the look for the notable romantic comedy film, "Wedding Season." They will also discuss how she created the visual language for Sundance 2024 selected short film “Guts” and several documentary projects. Sign up for free hereMovie Book of the Month: Space Odyssey: Stanley Kubrick, Arthur C. Clarke, and the Making of a MasterpieceThis is the definitive story of the making of 2001: A Space Odyssey, acclaimed today as one of the greatest films ever made, including the inside account of how director Stanley Kubrick and writer Arthur C. Clarke created this cinematic masterpiece. Author Michael Benson explains how 2001 was made, telling the story primarily through the two people most responsible for the film, Kubrick and science fiction legend Arthur C. Clarke. Benson interviewed Clarke many times, and has also spoken at length with Kubrick's widow, Christiane; with visual effects supervisor Doug Trumbull; with Dan Richter, who played 2001's leading man-ape; and many others.A colorful nonfiction narrative packed with memorable characters and remarkable incidents, Space Odyssey provides a 360-degree view of this extraordinary work, tracking the film from Kubrick and Clarke's first meeting in New York in 1964 through its UK production from 1965-1968, during which some of the most complex sets ever made were merged with visual effects so innovative that they scarcely seem dated today. A concluding chapter examines the film's legacy as it grew into it current justifiably exalted status. 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Lawrence Fields, born and bred in St. Louis, has earned a spot at the forefront of young jazz pianists, thanks to his blending of vintage ideals with a contemporary mindset. For the last five years, in 2023, 2022, 2021, 2020, and 2019, Downbeat Magazine has placed him close to the top of the keyboardist category in their “Rising Stars” critics poll. Fields showcase his dynamic blend of composition and playing in his trio and quartet, and his music is currently being featured internationally. His debut album featuring his trio and solo playing, “To the Surface”, was released to critical acclaim on February 2, 2024. Veteran saxophone icon Joe Lovano – with his unerring ear for youthful talent – has become one of the pianist's biggest fans. Fields is a member of several bands led or co-led by Lovano: his Classic Quartet (originally featuring Lewis Nash and George Mraz in the rhythm section); the Sax Supreme Quartet (with Chris Potter); and his Sound Prints quintet with trumpeter Dave Douglas. The Wall Street Journal praised Fields' “elegant, probing” solos with Sound Prints, while The New York Times noted that he is “integral to the band's plunging, changeable style.” A modern-minded bandleader from the younger generation also relies on Fields, as he mans the piano and keyboards for the Christian Scott Group. Referencing his role on acoustic and electric pianos in the trumpeter's band, NextBop said: “Fields remains a constant lyrical presence on the keys – innovative, expressive, supportive, able to soar like a bird in his solos. He never fails to impress.” Fields has collaborated with Christian Scott on several albums — including co-writing and co-producing 3 songs on the Grammy-nominated The Emancipation Procrastination (Ropeadope, 2017), as part of his work on Christian's Centennial Trilogy with releases Diaspora and Ruler Rebel. He features prominently in the piano and keyboard chairs on Christian's Grammy-nominated live recording Axiom (2020), as well as the Grammy-nominated Ancestral Recall (2019), and the Stretch Music (Ropeadope, 2015) and Christian Scott Atunde Adjuah (Concord, 2012) albums. With Lovano and Douglas, the pianist features on Sound Prints' two critically-acclaimed studio releases: Other Worlds (2021), and Scandal (2018, Greanleaf) — selected by The Guardian as their #1 jazz album of 2018, as well as one of Rolling Stone's top 20 jazz albums of the year. Fields also plays on the live album Sound Prints: Live at Monterey Jazz Festival (Blue Note, 2015), which featured two brand-new compositions written for the ensemble by the legendary Wayne Shorter. He appears on the album Marsalis Music Honors Alvin Batiste (2007) alongside Branford Marsalis, Herlin Riley and Russell Malone, as well as on drummer Terri Lyne Carrington's More to Say (a 2009 disc for which he served as a pianist, keyboardist, and composer-producer). Fields also appears on releases by drummer Jeff “Tain” Watts, bassist Yasushi Nakamura, vibraphonist Warren Wolf, and saxophonists Jaleel Shaw and Steve Slagle. The pianist has been a member of the Watts band, as well as that of trumpeter Nicholas Payton. In addition to performing onstage with the likes of Payton, Watts, Marsalis, and Carrington, Fields has appeared with star bassist Christian McBride, drummer Nate Smith, trombonist Delfeayo Marsalis, trumpeter Takuya Kuroda, and bassist Robert Hurst, among others. Lawrence's playing is also featured on Christopher North's score for the new Sam Pollard documentary "Max Roach: The Drum Also Waltzes", which premiered in Fall 2023 on PBS' American Masters television series.

The podcast transcript features speakers Pamela Bob, Dean Butler, Alison Arngrim, and Chris Chaika. They discuss various topics related to the TV show "Little House on the Prairie" and its origins. The podcast was recorded during the 50th anniversary year of the show. They mention the intense pre-production for an event in Simi Valley and the installation of the bank facade at Big Sky. They also discuss the challenges of dealing with insurance issues and the need to change the way certain structures are installed due to trespassers. The speakers express excitement about the set and its three-dimensional appearance. They assure listeners that the set will not be blown up and discuss potential restrictions for visitors. The conversation then shifts to the origin story of "Little House on the Prairie." Dean and Alison admit to having no prior knowledge of the books or the show before being cast. They share their audition experiences and how they were surprised to be chosen for their respective roles. Chris Chaika, a lifelong "Little House" fan and historical consultant, joins the podcast as a special guest. He discusses his involvement in various "Little House" related projects, including being a consultant for the PBS series "Frontier House" and the musical "Little House on the Prairie." He also mentions his role as a producer for the American Masters documentary "Laura Ingalls Wilder: Prairie to Page." The podcast provides insights into the behind-the-scenes aspects of "Little House on the Prairie" and highlights the show's enduring popularity.The podcast transcript features a conversation between two speakers, Laura and Chris, discussing their personal experiences and connections to the books and TV series of Laura Ingalls Wilder's Little House on the Prairie. Laura recalls her first exposure to the books in first grade and her realization of the TV series in second grade. Chris shares his experience of reading all the books and recognizing the differences between the books and the TV show. They discuss the popularity and longevity of Little House on the Prairie and its impact on viewers during the pandemic. The conversation also touches on Chris's involvement in the production of a documentary about Laura Ingalls Wilder and the challenges faced during filming, including the pandemic-related restrictions. They mention the renaissance of interest in Little House on the Prairie during the pandemic, with people reading the books and engaging in related activities. The conversation concludes with Chris discussing his participation in the reality TV show Frontier House and the influence of Little House on the Prairie on some participants' decision to join the show. Overall, the podcast transcript provides insights into the personal connections, cultural impact, and enduring popularity of Little House on the Prairie.The podcast transcript features a conversation between the host and a guest named Chris about the historical context and significance of the TV show and books "Little House on the Prairie." They discuss the challenges faced by homesteaders in the 1870s and 1880s when trying to settle in the West, with many people ultimately giving up and returning home. The guest emphasizes that "Frontier House," a reality TV show, provides a realistic perspective on the difficulties faced by homesteaders, such as chopping wood and surviving harsh winters. They also discuss the impact of Laura Ingalls Wilder, the author of the "Little House" books, and how she has gained brand recognition and is now recognized as an important American writer. The guest mentions that Laura's work started to be studied and analyzed in the mid-1990s, highlighting the historical and literary value of her stories. The conversation then shifts to discussing favorite episodes of the TV show, with the guest mentioning the pilot episode, the episode featuring a mud fight and restaurant opening, and episodes centered around natural disasters like blizzards and tornadoes. The podcast ends with a discussion about an upcoming Little House on the Prairie 50th anniversary cast reunion and festival in Simi Valley, California. The event is being organized by Visit Simi Valley and the city of Simi Valley, and will feature presentations and panels about all things Little House.

We're back with Part 2 of our review of "The Artists Way" by Julia Cameron! In this half of our deep dive into the book, Mandolyn Wilson Rosen and I finish recounting our experiences following the program of this famous creativity self-help juggernaut. Today in Part 2, we discuss: 1. Sychronicity & Carl Jung 2. Our personal artist dates 3. What writing the Morning Pages felt like 4. Things in The Artist's Way that we disliked 5. “Clusters” & those who charge to run AW groups 6. Amy's "The Artist's Way Cringe Corner™" 7. And more insights from Julia Cameron's autobiography: "Floor Sample." Mandy's mentions: American Masters: "Everybody Knows … Elizabeth Murray" (PBS) Alan Watts Being in the Way Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/3RZiM62g8XYE4PuEF2EleN?si=5a58f0c5df8d4c1f Alison Bechdel Graphic Novels: https://dykestowatchoutfor.com/ Critical blogs that we referenced: Kore Sage Blog: https://koresageart.com/blog/reading-deprivation-week-the-artists-way/ From Jenn Blog: https://www.fromjenn.com/blog/why-i-dont-write-morning-pages-and-what-i-do-instead Please find Mandolyn Wilson Rosen online here: ⁠mandolynwilsonrosen.com⁠ and IG ⁠@mandolyn_rosen⁠ Thank you, Mandy! Thank you Patrons! Thank you Peps Listeners! All music by Soundstripe ---------------------------- Peps has a Patreon! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/PepTalksforArtists⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Join the Peps fam on Patreon and become a part of the Pep Talks Peerage today. Pep Talks on IG: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@peptalksforartists⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Amy, your beloved host, on IG: ⁠⁠⁠@talluts⁠⁠⁠ Pep Talks on Art Spiel as written essays: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://tinyurl.com/7k82vd8s⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠BuyMeACoffee⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Donations always appreciated! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/peptalksforartistspod/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/peptalksforartistspod/support

Welcome back to the Distinctly Detroit Podcast! Our guest, Senghor Reid is an artist and an educator. Senghor is the Fine Arts Department Chair with Cranbrook Schools and has an upcoming solo exhibition with Michigan Contemporary Art in Detroit in May 2024. He is an alum of the University of Michigan with a Bachelor of Fine Arts from the Stamps School of Art & Design, and earned his Master of Arts in Teaching from Wayne State University. He was recently featured in American Masters with PBS. The film, Senghor Reid: Make Way for Tomorrow, was showcased at the 2023 FREEP Film Festival. Please help us welcome the prolific Senghor Reid!

Interview hosted by Joey Ciaramitaro with Michael Cascio and Phil Grabsky, award-winning filmmakers who collaborated as co-writers and directors on  PBS American Masters | Hopper: An American Love Story , a documentary that premieres nationally on PBS January 2, 2024 at 9pm. Despite being one of America's most iconic 20th century artists, Edward Hopper has not … Continue reading GLOUCESTERCAST 701 Interview with Filmmakers Michael Cascio and Phil Grabsky about their Edward Hopper documentary premiering on PBS Jan 2nd AMERICAN MASTERS – HOPPER: AN AMERICAN LOVE STORY →

In the Season One finale, we take a look inside one of the top training programs for actors in the country, the Drama Division at Juilliard, created in 1968 by John Houseman and Michel Saint-Denis. It features conversations with Michael Kahn (the first person to take charge of acting at Juilliard), Evan Yionoulis (current Head of the Drama Division), and Mary Lou Rosato (graduate of the legendary Group 1), along with an archived raw and unedited interview from an American Masters series with highly influential mask teacher Pierre Lefevre. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/storyofacting/message

In this episode, we spoke with Emmy-nominated Cinematographer Martina Radwan. Martina has shot award-winning documentaries including The Last Year, Food and Country, The Social Dilemma, How to Survive a Pandemic, Hot Coffee, Arthur Miller: Writer, Saving Face, Tomorrow, Tomorrow, Tomorrow, and episodes of American Masters, Frontline, Independent Lens, and P.O.V. On the narrative front, her films include The Killing Floor, Personal Velocity, Love Liza, Nico Icon, and Wim Wenders' Until the End of The World. In our chat, she shares her journey shooting projects all over the world, how she learned her craft, and insights on the art of documentary filmmaking today.The Making Of is presented by AJA Video Systems:AJA ColorBox: A powerhouse for color conversionPerform LUT-based color transformations with powerful video processing using AJA ColorBox in live, on-set, and post production environments. The compact device, which features 12G-SDI in/out and HDMI 2.0 out, provides advanced-level color science via the AJA Color Pipeline, as well as support for Colorfront, ORION-CONVERT, BBC, and NBCU color management approaches. Learn more here: www.aja.com/colorboxZEISS introduces their new camera tracking systemWith CinCraft Scenario, ZEISS presents a new, powerful and flexible camera tracking system as part of their CinCraft ecosystem. Built upon NCAM's unique tracking technology and ZEISS' expertise in lens data, the camera tracking system introduces a user experience designed to match the film crew's workflow and ease of use. Learn more hereFilm Book of the Month:The Big Goodbye: Chinatown and the Last Years of HollywoodChinatown is the Holy Grail of 1970s cinema. Its twist ending is the most notorious in American film and its closing line of dialogue the most haunting. Here for the first time is the incredible true story of its making. Looming over the story of this classic movie is the imminent eclipse of the '70s filmmaker-friendly studios as they gave way to the corporate Hollywood we know today. In telling that larger story, The Big Goodbye will take its place alongside classics like Easy Riders, Raging Bulls and The Devil's Candy as one of the great movie-world books ever written. Get a copy hereOWC Thunderbolt Go DockThe OWC Thunderbolt Go Dock is the first of its kind, full-featured Thunderbolt dock with a built-in power supply and 11 ports, for additional ease and connectivity while on the Go. It's a one-dock solution that works with all past, present and future Thunderbolt and USB devices and accessories. Browse hereGreat Film & TV Music at No Cost to You!All you need to do is provide music cue sheets for your qualified projects. It's Really That Simple.  In addition to most TV Shows and Feature Films, even TV Pilots can qualify. We're not talking about music that sounds like it should be free, this is cutting-edge underscore used daily on a global basis by Hollywood's Major Film & TV Studios. Visit us herePodcast Rewind:October 2023 - Ep. 20…The Making Of is published by Michael Valinsky.To promote your products or services to over 7,700 leading film & TV industry pros reading this newsletter, email us at mvalinsky@me.com Get full access to The Making Of at themakingof.substack.com/subscribe

Moving beyond Empathy and Equity in Global Stories - The distinction between the West and the rest has been replaced by a multipolar world where the cultural influence of “the rest” is rising. This presents the chance for the documentary industry to re-invent itself by moving beyond empathy and equity. But is the documentary industry ready for this? A panel discussion presented at this year's Cannes Docs - Doc Day with producer, writer, and director Mehret Mandefro, cofounder of various organizations at the intersection of social impact and media in the US, Ethiopia, and across Africa at large. Mehret Mandefro is an Emmy-nominated producer, writer, entrepreneur, physician and thought leader who champions the creative arts as a path to developing a more just society. Her track record in both using narrative to shift culture and scaling media businesses secured her a spot on Variety's list of most impactful women in global entertainment. Drawing on her training at Harvard University in Medicine and Anthropology as the foundation to approaching social issues as a filmmaker, Mehret co-founded the independent production company Truth Aid Media in 2008 in the USA. She has since set up A51 Pictures as its sister company in Ethiopia as well as the Realness Institute in South Africa, and was formerly Executive Producer of Kana Television in Ethiopia, which was subsequently acquired by Canal+. Her latest media venture, TBTM Studios, is headquartered in Dubai and has a slate of projects across documentary and scripted, featuring Africa's leading voices. Mehret's credits include the Sundance and Berlinale Audience Award winner Difret, the New York Times Critic's Pick Little White Lie and she was showrunner for Ethiopia's first-ever teen drama series Yegna. She executive produced the American Masters feature documentary film How It Feels To Be Free and feature narrative film Sweetness in the Belly, both on Amazon Prime. Her latest documentary feature about reparations in America, directed by Yoruba Richen, is called The Inheritance and is in post-production. A member of the Academy of Motion Pictures Arts and Sciences, Mehret is a sought-after speaker and has a widely watched TED talk about the impact of the creative industry on economic growth in Africa. Mehret has a BA in Anthropology from Harvard University, an MD from Harvard Medical School, a MSc in Public Health from the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine as a Fulbright Scholar, and a PhD in Cultural Anthropology from Temple University. She was a White House Fellow in the Obama Administration.This discussion was organized by Cannes Docs - Marché du Film with the support of Doc Alliance, Participant, LaScam in association with L'oeil d'or, Année du Documentaire, DAE, CNC, & ACID. Distributed by Docs in Orbit in partnership with Cannes Docs. For show notes visit docsinorbit.com and be sure to follow us on social media @docsinorbit for updates.

We're sharing a bonus episode from our friends at American Masters: Creative Spark, the PBS podcast that goes in-depth with an iconic artist about the creation of a single work. This episode is about John Waters, a filmmaker who loves to break the rules and make you laugh along the way. The iconoclast has been doing just that over the past six decades with provocative and perverse films like Pink Flamingos, Hairspray, and Female Trouble. Now enshrined as the king of transgressive cinema, Waters breaks down the creative process behind his first novel, Liarmouth: A Feel-Bad Romance. This episode includes derogatory epithets used in an artistic context. Listener discretion advised.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

0:00 - Trump Grand Jury Hears From Likely Final Witness on Hush-Money Payment   13:30 - DeSantis Finally Weighs in on Looming Trump Indictment — To Roast His ‘Paying Hush Money to Porn Stars' 22:05 - American Masters ran some footage of Dr. Fauci and Muriel Bowser going door to door to sell the vaccine that was less than successful 29:08 - A student protest over the use of restrooms at Waterloo High School resulted in the school district sending a letter to parents explaining its stance on the matter. 49:42 - George Parry is a former federal and state prosecutor, regular contributor to The American Spectator and blogger at knowledgeisgood.net. He joined Dan and Amy to talk about the court battle over January 6th, and the impending indictment of former President Donald Trump.   01:05:06 - Gordon Chang is the Author of  The Coming Collapse of China  and The Great U.S.-China Tech War. He joined Dan and Amy with reaction to the meeting between Vladimir Putin and Xi Jinping.   01:18:03 - Ted Dabrowski is the President at Wirepoints, Inc. He joined Dan and Amy to share Wirepoints new report cards for Illinois' 20 largest school districts   01:37:10 - Dan and Amy marked World Down Syndrome Day   01:50:04 - Soledad Ursua is a finance professional and elected board member of the Venice Neighborhood Council. She joined Dan and Amy to talk about San Francisco's plan for $5 million reparation payments for eligible Black residentsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hey! If you enjoyed our review of Black Panther: Wakanda Forever, then we have a special treat for you. Today, we're sharing an episode from the Webby Award-winning podcast American Masters: Creative Spark, produced by our friends over at PBS.  In this compelling episode from American Masters' podcast, host Joe Skinner sits down with one of the definitive artists of Black cinema: costume designer Ruth E. Carter. This interview was recorded just *minutes* after Ruth got word of her 2023 Oscar nomination for Black Panther: Wakanda Forever. And remember, she's already received an Oscar and a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, working on iconic films like Do the Right Thing, Malcolm X, and (of course) both Black Panther movies.  Within this episode, Ruth takes us through the beginning of her career, how she started work on Marvel movies, the Afrofuturist approach (and hidden meanings!) she took when imagining Wakandan dress, and more.  Without sharing any other spoilers, here's the episode… Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

if you enjoyed our episode on "Black Panther: Wakanda Forever" then you will love this American Masters: Creative Spark episode with award winning costume designer Ruth E. Carter!   MP Links: - patreon.com/mediumpopcorn   - youtube.com/@MediumPopcornPodcast   - https://www.teepublic.com/stores/medium-popcorn   Hosts: Brandon Collins Justin Brown Medium Popcorn Podcast   Additional Links: American Masters: Creative Spark

Today, we're sharing a special treat: An episode from American Masters: Creative Spark featuring an interview with Oscar-winning costume designer Ruth E. Carter, known for her work on films including Do the Right Thing, Malcolm X, and both Black Panther films.  What does it mean to create futuristic costumes from the past? What would an African nation look like without the influence of colonialism? In “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever,” Ruth E. Carter answers these questions. This interview was recorded shortly after Ruth E. Carter received her nomination for Best Costume Design at the 95th Academy Awards for her work on “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever.” More episodes are available at: link.chtbl.com/VqMug88H Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What does it mean to create futuristic costumes from the past? Oscar-winning costume designer Ruth E. Carter's Afrofuturistic designs imagine the fictional African nation of Wakanda without the influence of colonialism. In “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever,” she takes this theory to another imagined world that draws on Mesoamerican history. In this episode, Carter breaks down the creative process behind her unique approach to costume design. Ruth E. Carter has been nominated for Best Costume Design at the 95th Academy Awards for her work on “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever.” Watch and listen to more from American Masters.

John Waters loves to break the rules and make you laugh along the way. The iconoclast has been doing just that over the past six decades with provocative and perverse films like “Pink Flamingos,” “Hairspray,” and “Female Trouble.” Now enshrined as the king of transgressive cinema, Waters is taking on new challenges with his talents. In this episode, he breaks down the creative process behind his first novel, “Liarmouth: A Feel-Bad Romance.”   Watch and listen to more from American Masters. This episode includes derogatory epithets used in an artistic context. Listener discretion advised.

Actor John David Washington loves to talk about his craft. The star of films like “BlacKkKlansman,” “Tenet” and “Amsterdam” has now set his sights on Broadway with August Wilson's “The Piano Lesson.” Performing for the stage requires a different skill set from acting for film, and in this episode, Washington describes the intensive process he undertook for this new challenge. To add more layers to his performance, Washington explores the time he spent as a youth in North Carolina with his family, talks to a modern-day farmer, and applies skills from his days as a professional football player to meet the demands of an intense Broadway run. Watch and listen to more from American Masters.

Buffy Sainte-Marie, a Cree musician, artist and activist, has always been ahead of the curve. For six decades, she's fought for Indigenous rights and visibility through her work. She spoke out against the Vietnam War with her song “Universal Soldier,” foresaw the opioid crisis with the eerily prescient “Cod'ine,” and wrote iconic love songs like “Until It's Time for You to Go.” Today, we're sharing a special episode from our friends at PBS' Webby Award-winning podcast American Masters: Creative Spark, as their host Joe Skinner sits down with Sainte-Marie for an amazing conversation about her creative process and inspiration and how she brought the song “Carry It On” to life. You can listen to the full episode with Buffy Sainte-Marie and follow American Masters: Creative Spark for even more interviews here: https://link.chtbl.com/VqMug88H?sid=CBCBuffy

How do the world's finest artists – from actors to musicians and beyond – create work that moves audiences? What challenges do they overcome in their creative process? American Masters: Creative Spark explores what makes a master by interviewing diverse artists and cultural icons from the worlds of music, comedy, poetry, film, and more in a new season premiering January 12th, 2023. Each episode in the new season presents an interview that goes in-depth with a thought-provoking artist about the creation of a single work. Featured luminaries this season include actor John David Washington on his work preparing for his role in The Piano Lesson on Broadway; filmmaker John Waters on his debut novel, Liarmouth; filmmaker Kelly Reichardt on her next film, Showing Up; Pulitzer-winning writer Jennifer Egan on her crafting her most recent novel, The Candy House; and many more.  New episodes come out every other Thursday beginning January 12th, 2023.

Buffy Sainte-Marie, a Cree musician, artist and activist, has always been ahead of the pack. For six decades, she has fought for Indigenous rights and visibility through her work. She spoke out against the Vietnam War with her song “Universal Soldier,” foresaw the opioid crisis with the eerily prescient “Cod'ine,” and wrote iconic love songs like “Until It's Time for You to Go.” Her music is always doing something new and bending the limits of the form. In this episode, we talk with Sainte-Marie to learn more about her story and the creative process and inspiration behind her song, “Carry It On.” Watch and listen to more from American Masters.

Without the profound connection between these two artists, would the world ever have gotten I Know Why The Caged Bird Sings? Starring: Christina Elmore as Maya Angelou and Larry Powell as James Baldwin. Also starring Angelica Chéri as Lorraine Hansberry. Source List:James Baldwin: A Biography, By David Adams LeemingThe Three Mothers, by Anna Malaika TubbsNotes of a Native Son, by James BaldwinAt 80, Maya Angelou Reflects on a ‘Glorious' Life, NPR, 2008The Collected Autobiographies of Maya Angelou, Compilation copyright 2004 by Random House, Inc.Conversations With a Native SonJames Baldwin Biographical Timeline, American Masters, PBSMaya Angelou, World History ProjectJames Baldwin's Sexuality: Complex and Influential, NBC News“James Baldwin on Langston Hughes”,  The Langston Hughes Review, James Baldwin and Clayton Riley “Talking Back to Maya Angelou”, by Hilton Als, The New Yorker“Songbird”, by Hilton Als, The New Yorker“A Brother's Love”, by Maya Angelou“James Baldwin Denounced Richard Wright's ‘Native Son' as a ‘Protest Novel,' Was he Right?” by Ayana Mathis and Pankaj Mishra, The New York Times“After a 30 Year Absence, the Controversial ‘Porgy and Bess' is Returning to the Met Opera”, by Brigit Katz, Smithsonian Magazine“Published More Than 50 Years Ago, ‘I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings' Launched a Revolution”, by Veronica Chambers, Smithsonian Magazine“On the Horizon: On Catfish Row”, by James Baldwin“James Baldwin: Great Writers of the 20th Century” “An Introduction to James Baldwin”, National Museum of African American History & Culture“‘The Blacks,' Landmark Off-Broadway Show, Gets 42nd Anniversary Staging, Jan 31”, by Robert Simonson, Playbill “Do the White Thing”, by Brian Logan“James Baldwin: The Price of the Ticket”, American Masters, PBS“James Baldwin, The Art of Fiction”, by Jordan Elgrably“The American Dream and the American Negro”, by James Baldwin“The History That James Baldwin Wanted America to See”, by Eddie S. Glaude, Jr.“Lost and ... Found?: James Baldwin's Script and Spike Lee's ‘Malcolm X.'” by D. Quentin Miller, African American Review