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In this episode, Holly Randal offers an unfiltered look at the adult film industry, discussing how changes in obscenity laws, performer preparation, and rising diversity have shaped modern porn. The conversation dispels common misconceptions about performers and the industry, explores the evolution of on-set safety and consent, and highlights how shifting audience interests reflect broader societal trends. Become a Member to Receive Exclusive Content: renamalik.supercast.com Schedule an appointment with me: https://www.renamalikmd.com/appointments ▶️Chapters: 00:00 Introduction00:01 Obscenity laws and early porn00:36 Wild West era of porn00:52 Impact on sexual norms01:21 Access for minors02:18 Learning sex from porn02:57 Performer preparation and skills05:51 Misconceptions about performers08:38 Industry misconceptions: trafficking, abuse12:13 Artistic freedom in directing15:20 Changing audience preferences Stay connected with Holly Randall on social media for daily insights and updates. Don't miss out—follow her now and check out these links! INSTAGRAM - https://www.instagram.com/hollyrandall/ YOUTUBE - https://www.youtube.com/hollyrandallunfiltered TIKTOK - https://www.tiktok.com/@hollyrandallunfiltered?lang=en X - https://x.com/hollyrandall WEBSITE - https://www.hollyrandall.com/ Let's Connect!: WEBSITE: http://www.renamalikmd.com YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@RenaMalikMD INSTAGRAM: http://www.instagram.com/RenaMalikMD TWITTER: http://twitter.com/RenaMalikMD FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/RenaMalikMD/ LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/renadmalik PINTEREST: https://www.pinterest.com/renamalikmd/ TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/RenaMalikMD ------------------------------------------------------ DISCLAIMER: This podcast is purely educational and does not constitute medical advice. The content of this podcast is my personal opinion, and not that of my employer(s). Use of this information is at your own risk. Rena Malik, M.D. will not assume any liability for any direct or indirect losses or damages that may result from the use of information contained in this podcast including but not limited to economic loss, injury, illness or death. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Fluent Fiction - Japanese: Mystical Bamboo Grove: Artistic Inspiration & Friendship Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2026-06-22-22-34-01-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 嵐山竹林には神秘的な光景が広がっていました。En: In the Arashiyama bamboo grove, a mystical scene unfolded.Ja: 夏の風がしなやかに竹の葉を揺らし、透けるような光が地面に模様を描いていました。En: The summer breeze gently rustled the bamboo leaves, and translucent light painted patterns on the ground.Ja: この場所は静かで神秘的、まるで別の世界に足を踏み入れたようです。En: This place was quiet and mysterious, as if stepping into another world.Ja: ハルトは胸に期待とうっすら不安を抱え、竹林の小道をゆっくりと歩きました。En: Haruto walked slowly along the path through the bamboo grove, holding both expectation and a faint anxiety in his heart.Ja: 彼は最近、絵の依頼を受けました。En: He had recently received a commission for a painting.Ja: その絵が評価されたら、画家としての一歩を踏み出せるかもしれません。En: If that painting was well-received, it might be his first step toward becoming an artist.Ja: でも、時間がありませんでした。En: But there wasn't much time.Ja: インスピレーションが必要でした。En: He needed inspiration.Ja: 彼の横には幼馴染のユキがいました。いつも彼を支えてくれる友達です。En: Beside him was his childhood friend, Yuki, who always supported him.Ja: 「ハルト、竹林は素晴らしいね。どんな絵を描くの？」ユキは言いました。En: "Haruto, the bamboo grove is wonderful. What kind of painting will you do?" Yuki asked.Ja: 「まだわからないよ。自然をそのまま描きたいんだけど、自信がないんだ。」En: "I don't know yet. I want to paint nature as it is, but I'm not confident."Ja: ユキはハルトを励ました。「きっと素晴らしい絵になるよ。大丈夫。」En: Yuki encouraged Haruto. "I'm sure it will be a wonderful painting. You'll be fine."Ja: 竹林の道は続いていました。En: The path through the bamboo grove continued.Ja: ユキは時々、面白がって脇道に逸れたがり、ハルトを困らせました。En: Yuki occasionally wanted to wander off onto side paths, amusing herself and bothering Haruto.Ja: 「ねえ、この先に何があるか見てみようよ。」ユキは目を輝かせて言いました。En: "Hey, let's see what's ahead there," Yuki said, her eyes sparkling.Ja: ハルトは少し迷いましたが、結局、彼女について行くことにしました。En: Haruto hesitated a little but eventually decided to follow her.Ja: 竹の陰に隠された小さな空き地に出たとき、突然、夏の夕立がやってきました。En: When they emerged into a small clearing hidden among the bamboo, suddenly a summer shower appeared.Ja: 二人は慌てて木々の下に避難しましたが、いつの間にか離れ離れになっていました。En: They hurriedly took shelter under the trees but ended up getting separated.Ja: ハルトは雨の音を聞きながら、竹の間を彷徨いました。En: Listening to the sound of the rain, Haruto wandered through the bamboo.Ja: すると、目の前に光が差し込みました。En: Then, light shone before him.Ja: 雨で濡れた竹が輝き、その中に太陽の光がキラキラと煌めきました。En: The rain-soaked bamboo glowed, and sunlight glittered within it.Ja: それはまるで、竹林自体が大きな絵画であるかのような光景でした。En: It was like the bamboo grove itself was a huge painting.Ja: 「この景色だ……。」ハルトは感じました。En: "This scene..." Haruto felt it.Ja: これがまさに彼が探していたインスピレーションでした。En: This was the inspiration he had been looking for.Ja: 少しして、ハルトはユキと再会しました。「ユキ、絵のアイデアが浮かんだよ！」En: A little later, Haruto reunited with Yuki. "Yuki, I've come up with an idea for the painting!"Ja: ユキは笑顔で答えました。「やったね、やっぱりここに来てよかったね。」En: Yuki replied with a smile. "Awesome! I'm so glad we came here."Ja: その後、ハルトは安心してシャツを絞りながら微笑みました。En: Afterward, Haruto squeezed the water out of his shirt with a sense of relief and smiled.Ja: 予期せぬ冒険が彼に新しい視点を与えてくれたのです。En: The unexpected adventure had given him a new perspective.Ja: そして、ユキもまた、自分の冒険心が大切であることを感じました。En: And Yuki also felt the importance of her adventurous spirit.Ja: 二人は笑いながら竹林を後にし、心の中で大切なことを学びました。En: Laughing, the two left the bamboo grove, having learned something important in their hearts.Ja: ハルトは自分の直感を信じる力を、ユキは未知への冒険を楽しむ力を。En: Haruto gained the strength to trust his intuition, while Yuki embraced the power of enjoying adventures into the unknown.Ja: それぞれの心に、夏の日の特別な思い出が深く刻まれました。En: Each held the special memories of that summer day deeply in their hearts. Vocabulary Words:mystical: 神秘的breeze: 風rustled: 揺らしtranslucent: 透けるpatterns: 模様expectation: 期待anxiety: 不安commission: 依頼inspiration: インスピレーションconfidence: 自信encouraged: 励ましたwander: 彷徨いましたsparkling: 輝かせhesitated: 迷いましたclearing: 空き地shelter: 避難separated: 離れ離れglittered: 煌めきreunited: 再会adventure: 冒険perspective: 視点intuition: 直感embraced: 感じましたunknown: 未知memories: 思い出emerged: 出たscenery: 光景stepping: 足を踏み入れたoccasionally: 時々relief: 安心

An exceptional and fun conversation with new artistic co-manager Chantelle "Naa" Ofori: introduction, creative goals, and objectives.

What comes to mind when you hear the word "play"? What does play mean to you or look like for you? Also, when was the last time you allowed yourself to play? Let's talk about why and how you should bring more play into your life..   .   .A full transcript of this episode is available in the 10 for Teens + Tweens Ep. 150 show notes on EmpowerfulGirls.com.

Fluent Fiction - Korean: Tea and Tradition: An Artistic Encounter in Seoul Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ko/episode/2026-06-19-07-38-20-ko Story Transcript:Ko: 사람들이 북적이는 서울의 한 복잡한 거리, 전통차를 마실 수 있는 고요한 차 한 잔의 집이 있다.En: On a bustling street in Seoul, where people are swarming, there is a serene place called cha han jan-ui jib where you can enjoy traditional tea.Ko: 이곳은 여름의 더위를 피하고자 하는 사람들이 들어오는 아름다운 공간으로, 목조 건축과 섬세한 종이등이 주위의 소란을 잊게 해준다.En: This beautiful space attracts those seeking to escape the summer heat, with its wooden architecture and delicate paper lanterns helping people forget the surrounding noise.Ko: 향긋한 차 냄새가 여름 바람과 섞여 사람들을 집안으로 이끌고 있다.En: The fragrant scent of tea mingling with the summer breeze draws people inside.Ko: 오늘은 단오절.En: Today is Danojeol.Ko: 사람들은 대문짝만한 관심을 가지고 차 한 잔의 집에 모여 전통 차 시음을 즐기고 있었다.En: People, with great interest, gather at cha han jan-ui jib to enjoy tasting traditional tea.Ko: 이곳에 한 젊은 예술가인 준이 들어왔다.En: Among them, a young artist named Joon arrives.Ko: 그는 그림에 대한 영감을 찾고자 한다. 최근 그는 자신의 작품에 뭔가 부족함을 느끼고 있었다.En: He is looking for inspiration for his painting, as he has recently felt something lacking in his work.Ko: 한편 같은 공간에 하라는 이름의 열정적인 교사가 있었다.En: Meanwhile, there is a passionate teacher named Hara who is in the same space.Ko: 그녀는 한국 전통을 지키고자 하는 마음으로 여기에 왔다.En: She has come here with the intention of preserving Korean traditions.Ko: 매일매일의 교직 생활에서 훌쩍 떠나 그녀는 차 한 잔의 집에서 평안을 찾으려고 했다.En: Seeking to escape her everyday teaching life, she finds peace at cha han jan-ui jib.Ko: 차 시음회는 시작되었고, 사람들은 다들 그 차의 깊은 향과 맛에 매료되었다.En: The tea tasting session begins, and everyone is captivated by the deep aroma and taste of the tea.Ko: 준과 하라는 우연히 나란히 앉게 되었다.En: Joon and Hara happen to sit next to each other.Ko: 처음에는 서로 어색했지만, 이내 하라는 준에게 단오의 전통과 중요성에 대해 설명하기 시작했다.En: Initially awkward with each other, Hara soon begins to explain to Joon about the traditions and importance of Dano.Ko: 하라의 이야기 속에서 준은 그동안 보지 못했던 한국 전통의 상징성과 예술성을 발견했다.En: Through Hara's story, Joon discovers the symbolism and artistry of Korean traditions that he hadn't seen before.Ko: 그들의 대화는 자연스럽게 흘러갔고, 차 향기 속에서 두 사람의 마음은 더욱 가까워졌다.En: Their conversation flows naturally, and amid the scent of tea, their hearts grow closer.Ko: 시음회가 절정에 이르렀을 무렵, 두 사람은 각자의 열정과 이야기를 나누며 서로에게 새로운 영감을 주고받았다.En: As the tasting session reaches its peak, the two share their passions and stories, inspiring each other anew.Ko: 준은 하라의 설명을 들으며 그의 작품에 새로운 시각을 더하게 되었다.En: Listening to Hara's explanations, Joon gains a new perspective for his artwork.Ko: 한편, 하라는 자신의 문화적 지식을 공유하며 자신감을 얻었다.En: Meanwhile, Hara gains confidence by sharing her cultural knowledge.Ko: 이들이 차 한 잔의 집을 나올 때, 준은 전통을 그의 예술에 자연스럽게 녹여낼 수 있는 방법을 찾았고, 하라는 자신의 경험을 다양하게 나눌 수 있는 힘을 가지게 되었다.En: When they leave cha han jan-ui jib, Joon has found a way to seamlessly integrate tradition into his art, and Hara feels empowered to share her experiences more diversely.Ko: 서울의 북적거리는 거리로 다시 나가면서, 그들은 서로의 생각과 문화에 대한 새로운 감사함을 느끼며 마음속 깊이 미소 지었다.En: As they return to the bustling streets of Seoul, they smile deeply, feeling a newfound appreciation for each other's thoughts and cultures.Ko: 준의 예술은 풍성해지고 하라의 문화적 자부심은 더욱 단단해졌다.En: Joon's art becomes richer, and Hara's cultural pride grows stronger.Ko: 그리고 그들의 이야기는 이제 막 시작되었다.En: And thus, their story has just begun. Vocabulary Words:bustling: 북적이는serene: 고요한architecture: 건축delicate: 섬세한fragrant: 향긋한mingling: 섞여gather: 모여tasting: 시음inspiration: 영감lacking: 부족함passionate: 열정적인intention: 의도preserving: 지키고자captivated: 매료되었다aroma: 향awkward: 어색했지만symbolism: 상징성artistry: 예술성naturally: 자연스럽게perspective: 시각integrate: 녹여낼empowered: 힘을 가지게appreciation: 감사함richer: 풍성해지고diversely: 다양하게seeking: 찾고자 하는escape: 피하고자surrounding: 주위의intent: 마음으로cultural: 문화적

How do we bring our full musical selves to the stage?In this Season 6 finale of The Piano Pod, concert pianist, composer, arranger, educator, and artistic leader David Berry joins host Yukimi Song for a rich and deeply personal conversation on virtuosity, improvisation, composition, contemporary music, artistic identity, and the connections that unite seemingly different musical worlds.A graduate of the Eastman School of Music and The Juilliard School, Berry has built a multifaceted career as a performer, educator, curator, and advocate. Equally at home with Liszt, George Walker, James P. Johnson, contemporary composers, and his own original works, he embodies the spirit of this season's theme: Creativity and Connection.Throughout the episode, listeners will hear excerpts from Berry's own compositions and arrangements, including Joshua Fought the Battle of Jericho and Sometimes I Feel Like a Motherless Child.Featured Music & RecordingsJoshua Fought the Battle of Jericho Sometimes I Feel Like a Motherless Child Danse Andalouse by Joaquín Nin James P. Johnson: Yamekraw – A Negro Rhapsody Adolphus Hailstork: Chamber Works Featuring the premiere recording of Hailstork's Piano Quintet Detroit with The Harlem Chamber Players. SpotifyTiny Glass Tavern — Let Us Dance, Let Us Sing Featuring David Berry's performance of Joshua Fought the Battle of Jericho. SpotifyPublicationsJoshua Fought the Battle of Jericho for solo piano David Berry, Since Jesus Came Into My Heart: 10 Stylish Arrangements for Solo Piano Lillenas Publishing Company, 2024 David BerryWebsite FacebookThe Piano PodBecome a VIP Member / Unlock Exclusive Content on Substack Season 6 Piano Music PlaylistNominate Guests for Season 7: Culture and Courage HERE#DavidBerry #ThePianoPod #PianoPodcast #ClassicalMusic

What if coloring could unlock your creativity and calm your mind at the same time? Learn how wild horses, storytelling, and interactive puzzles create the perfect environment for artistic flow and screen-free fun. HieroGraphics Books LLC City: Manitou Springs Address: HieroGraphics Books LLC Website: https://www.hierographicsbooks.com

Episode Notes Rob is back for the final episode of Part 9 with Nick Rehak of Rabbit Hole Podcasts as the men get ready to move forward deeper into Europe.

Fluent Fiction - Hungarian: Graffiti Dreams: Zoltán's Bold Artistic Awakening Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/hu/episode/2026-06-14-22-34-01-hu Story Transcript:Hu: A Vajdahunyad vára előtt nyári nap ragyogott.En: The summer sun shone in front of Vajdahunyad vára.Hu: Az emberek nyüzsögtek a szabadtéri művészeti fesztiválon.En: People bustled at the outdoor arts festival.Hu: Színes sátrak mindenfelé, és az illatok keveredtek a frissen sült ételekből.En: Colorful tents were everywhere, and the scents of freshly cooked foods mingled in the air.Hu: Zoltán a fáknál húzódott meg, a saját gondolataiba merülve.En: Zoltán was tucked near the trees, lost in his own thoughts.Hu: Már régóta nagy nyomás nehezedett rá.En: He had been under a lot of pressure for a long time.Hu: Családja mindig azt akarta, hogy biztos, hagyományos állást válasszon.En: His family always wanted him to choose a secure, traditional job.Hu: Ő viszont festő akart lenni.En: However, he wanted to be a painter.Hu: A graffitik különösen érdekelték.En: Graffiti particularly interested him.Hu: Mindig megdobogtatták a szívét, de titkon kellett tartania a család félelme miatt.En: They always made his heart race, but he had to keep it a secret due to his family's fears.Hu: Katalin, a gyerekkori barátja, odasettenkedett mellé.En: Katalin, his childhood friend, sneaked up next to him.Hu: "Zoltán, ezt látnod kell!En: "Zoltán, you have to see this!"Hu: " - kiáltotta vidáman.En: she exclaimed cheerfully.Hu: "Eddigi legjobb alkotásod, a sarki graffiti, a kiállításon van.En: "Your best work yet, the corner graffiti, is at the exhibition.Hu: Gyere, nézzük meg!En: Come on, let's take a look!"Hu: " Zoltán tétovált.En: Zoltán hesitated.Hu: Egyszerű utcai művészet volt, de Katalin hitt benne.En: It was just simple street art, but Katalin believed in him.Hu: A délelőtt közepén Gergő járta a kiállítást.En: In the middle of the morning, Gergő was touring the exhibition.Hu: Bár galériatulajdonos volt, inkognitóban maradt mindenki előtt.En: Although he was a gallery owner, he remained incognito to everyone.Hu: Valami új, friss tehetséget keresett.En: He was looking for something new, a fresh talent.Hu: Amikor meglátta Zoltán művét, megdöbbent.En: When he saw Zoltán's work, he was astonished.Hu: "Ki festette ezt?En: "Who painted this?"Hu: " - kérdezte.En: he asked.Hu: Katalin Zoltánra pillantott.En: Katalin glanced at Zoltán.Hu: Tudta, hogy most vagy soha.En: She knew it was now or never.Hu: "Most kell döntened," súgta Zoltánnak.En: "You have to decide now," she whispered to Zoltán.Hu: Annak idején a család véleményét helyezte előtérbe, de most Katalin vagy Gergő véleménye segíthetett.En: In the past, he prioritized his family's opinions, but now Katalin or Gergő's opinion could help.Hu: Zoltán szíve hevesen vert.En: Zoltán's heart was pounding.Hu: Mégis lépett egy nagyot előre.En: Yet he took a big step forward.Hu: "Én festettem," szólt Zoltán reszkető hangon.En: "I painted it," Zoltán said with a trembling voice.Hu: Gergő elmosolyodott.En: Gergő smiled.Hu: "Csodálatos munka," mondta őszintén.En: "Wonderful work," he said sincerely.Hu: Közben Zoltán családja is megérkezett, épp akkor, hogy lássák a tömeg elismerését.En: Meanwhile, Zoltán's family also arrived, just in time to see the crowd's appreciation.Hu: Zoltán épp egy kis biztatásra és bátorságra volt szüksége.En: Zoltán just needed a little encouragement and courage.Hu: A családja is meglátta az örömöt az arcán.En: His family saw the joy on his face, too.Hu: Lassan, de biztosan kezdték megérteni, miért olyan fontos számára a festészet.En: Slowly but surely, they began to understand why painting was so important to him.Hu: Aznap este Zoltán megfogadta, hogy követi a szívét.En: That evening, Zoltán vowed to follow his heart.Hu: A Vajdahunyad várának árnyékában megváltozott valami benne.En: In the shadow of Vajdahunyad vár, something changed within him.Hu: Most már tudta, hogy az ő útja az övé volt, és azt választotta, hogy az legyen, aki lenni akar.En: He now knew that his path was his own, and he chose to be who he wanted to be.Hu: Az igazi művész.En: A true artist.Hu: A nap lenyugodott, de Zoltán szívében felgyúlt a fény.En: The sun set, but a light ignited in Zoltán's heart. Vocabulary Words:shone: ragyogottbustled: nyüzsögtekmingled: keveredtektucked: húzódottpressure: nyomássecure: biztostraditional: hagyományosparticularly: különösensneaked: odasettenkedettexclaimed: kiáltottacheerfully: vidámanhesitated: tétováltincognito: inkognitóbanastonished: megdöbbentglanced: pillantottpounding: hevesen verttrembling: reszketősincerely: őszinténencouragement: biztatáscourage: bátorságvowed: megfogadtashadow: árnyékignited: felgyúltthoughts: gondolataibabelieved: hittsimple: egyszerűopinion: véleménywonderful: csodálatosjoy: örömappreciation: elismerés

In Arteetude 338 – The Law of Acceleration, Part One, Detlef Schlich and Sophia, his AI Co-Host, begin a two-part philosophical journey into acceleration, artistic exhaustion, media pressure, and the fragile search for resonance in the technological age.Following the reflections of Arteetude 336 and 337 — from Heidegger, Kurzweil, AI image floods, The Collapse of Wonder, and Ilen's Hopium — this new episode asks why artistic life today feels so permanently accelerated. Even a three-month release rhythm can feel like constant pressure when writing, producing, editing, uploading, promoting, and reflecting never truly stop.The episode brings together two major thinkers of speed and modernity. Paul Virilio — born in Paris in 1932 and deeply shaped by war, urban destruction, architecture, technology, and military acceleration — developed the idea of dromology, the logic of speed, and famously argued that every invention also invents its own accident.Hartmut Rosa — born in Lörrach, Germany, in 1965 — offers a later sociological diagnosis of modern life through his theories of social acceleration, alienation, and resonance. His work asks what happens when not only machines, but social expectations, communication, production, and everyday life itself accelerate.For Detlef, this is not only theory. It becomes a personal reflection on ageing as an artist, on WAW, Arteetude, AI images, podcast production, music videos, social media, and the strange condition of the independent artist who has gained freedom — only to discover that freedom can become infrastructure.At the heart of the episode is Detlef's 1990s song “Zeitrebell”, whose refrain becomes a poetic counter-gesture to acceleration:Ich bin ein Zeitrebell,und wenn es mir zu schnell wird,stelle ich mich auf den Schatten meiner Sonnenuhr.In this episode, the old Zeitrebell returns — not as nostalgia, but as a living message from Detlef's younger self to the ageing artist of today.The episode closes with a new musical reflection by Los Inorgánicos:“Zeitrebell — The Shadow of the Sundial.”Detlef Schlich is a rock musician, podcaster, visual artist, filmmaker,ritual designer, and media archaeologist based in West Cork. He is recognised for his seminal work, including a scholarly examination of the intersections between shamanism, art, and digital culture, and his acclaimed video installation, Transodin's Tragedy. He primarily works in performance, photography, painting, sound, installations, and film. In his work, he reflects on the human condition and uses the digital shaman's methodology as an alter ego to create artwork. His media archaeology is a conceptual and practical exercise in uncovering the unique aesthetic, cultural, and political aspects of media in culture.WEBSITE LINKS WAW Official YouTube Channelhttps://www.youtube.com/@WAWBandFrom the forthcoming WAW albumThe Stories of Nil YoungTwo songs from WAW's developing album project The Stories of Nil Young — a mythopoetic journey along the Nile, where river, memory, loss, cooperation and hope flow into music.AfricaSmileAfricaSmile follows the Nile as an imagined journey from its sources to the Mediterranean Sea — a river of memory, movement, rhythm and myth.The song turns the meeting of the White Nile and the Blue Nile into a fragile image of cooperation. It is not a naïve peace anthem, but a wounded musical hope: two different currents meeting, listening, and still moving forward together.The Niles Bittersweet SongThe Nile's Bittersweet Song is the first official single by WAW / Wild Atlantic Way — Detlef Schlich and Dirk Schlömer.The song follows the Nile as a river of memory, beauty, loss and contradiction: a life-giver, but also a force that can take away what it once nourished. Through the story of Kamau, it becomes a poetic reflection on childhood, fragile hope, and the emotional landscape carried by a river that is both kind and cruel.Inspired by East African storytelling traditions and shaped along the Wild Atlantic Way in West Cork, The Nile's Bittersweet Song is a mythopoetic musical journey about water, grief, resilience, and the deep human longing to keep moving with the current.Inspired by East African storytelling traditions and shaped along the Wild Atlantic Way in West Cork, The Nile's Bittersweet Song is a mythopoetic musical journey about water, grief, resilience, and the deep human longing to keep moving with the current.WAW BandcampSilent NightIn a world shadowed by conflict and unrest, we, Dirk Schlömer & Detlef Schlich, felt compelled to reinterpret 'Silent Night' to reflect the complexities and contradictions of modern life.https://studiomuskau.bandcamp.com/track/silent-nightWild Atlantic WayThis results from a trip to West Cork, Ireland, where the beautiful Coastal "Wild Atlantic Way" reaches along the whole west coast!https://studiomuskau.bandcamp.com/track/wild-atlantic-wayYOU TUBE*Silent Night Reimagined* A Multilayered Avant-Garde Journey by WAW aka Dirk Schlömer & Detlef Schlichhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dAbytLSfgCwDetlef SchlichInstagramDetlef Schlich ArTEEtude I love West Cork Artists FacebookDetlef Schlich I love West Cork Artists Group ArTEEtudeYouTube Channelsvisual PodcastArTEEtudeCute Alien TV official WebsiteArTEEtude Detlef Schlich Det Design Tribal Loop Download here for free Detlef Schlich´s Essay about the Cause and Effect of Shamanism, Art and Digital Culturehttps://www.researchgate.net/publication/303749640_Shamanism_Art_and_Digital_Culture_Cause_and_EffectSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/arteetude-a-podcast-with-artists-by-detlef-schlich/exclusive-content

Fluent Fiction - Japanese: Creative Sparks in the Tokyo Skytree: An Artistic Encounter Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2026-06-12-07-38-19-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 東京スカイツリーの展望台には、春の終わりの心地よい風が吹いていました。En: The observatory of the Tokyo Skytree was graced by a pleasant breeze at the end of spring.Ja: たくさんの観光客が訪れ、窓からの景色を楽しんでいます。En: Numerous tourists were visiting, enjoying the view from the windows.Ja: ユウトは今日、ここでインスピレーションを探しています。En: Yuto was there today, searching for inspiration.Ja: グラフィックデザイナーである彼は、東京のスカイラインを見ながら新しいデザインのアイデアを見つけたいと思っています。En: As a graphic designer, he hoped to find new design ideas while gazing at the skyline of Tokyo.Ja: 一方、カオリはカメラを片手に、色とりどりの東京を撮影しようとしています。En: Meanwhile, Kaori, with a camera in one hand, was aiming to capture the colorful city.Ja: 彼女は写真が趣味で、美しい夕日の写真を撮りたいと考えています。En: She had a hobby in photography and wanted to take beautiful pictures of the sunset.Ja: 「いい場所はどこだろう？」と、ユウトはスケッチブックを手に歩き回っています。En: "Where's the best spot?" Yuto wondered as he roamed around with a sketchbook in hand.Ja: 同じくカオリも最高の写真スポットを求めて動き回っています。En: Likewise, Kaori was moving around in search of the perfect photo spot.Ja: 気づかないうちに、二人はぶつかり、驚いた表情で顔を見合わせました。En: Before they realized it, they bumped into each other and exchanged surprised glances.Ja: 「あ、ごめんなさい！」ユウトは少し恥ずかしそうに言いました。「僕のせいで、あなたの写真が…」En: "Oh, sorry!" Yuto said, looking a bit embarrassed. "Because of me, your photos are..."Ja: カオリは笑顔で、「いえいえ、大丈夫ですよ。でも、意外とここは良い眺めですね」と言いました。En: Kaori smiled and said, "No, it's okay. But surprisingly, the view here is quite good."Ja: ユウトは少し考えてから、「もしよければ、一緒に最適な場所を探しませんか？」と提案しました。En: After thinking for a moment, Yuto suggested, "If you don't mind, how about we search for the best spot together?"Ja: 彼の申し出に、カオリは少し驚きつつも、面白そうと感じ、「いいですね。あなたのデザインも見せてくださいね」と答えました。En: Slightly taken aback but intrigued by his offer, Kaori replied, "Sounds good. Show me your designs too."Ja: 二人は一緒に展望台を歩き回り、夕日の色に包まれる東京の風景を探しました。En: The pair wandered around the observatory, searching for views of Tokyo bathed in the sunset's hues.Ja: やがて完璧な場所を見つけ、ユウトはスケッチを描き始め、カオリはカメラのレンズを調整しました。En: Eventually, they found the perfect spot, where Yuto began sketching, and Kaori adjusted her camera lens.Ja: 太陽がゆっくりと沈み、東京の街が美しく輝き始めました。En: As the sun slowly set, the city of Tokyo began to shine beautifully.Ja: ユウトのスケッチも、カオリの写真もそれぞれの作品になりました。En: Both Yuto's sketches and Kaori's photos turned into their respective artworks.Ja: 「お互いにすごく良い作品ができたね」と、カオリは感心しました。En: "We both created something really amazing," Kaori admired.Ja: 「あなたのおかげだよ」とユウトは言い、思い切って、「今度、僕のデザインを見に来ませんか？」と誘いました。En: "It's thanks to you," Yuto said, and enthusiastically invited, "Next time, would you like to come and see my designs?"Ja: カオリは笑顔で、「ぜひ！きっと面白いものが見られるはず」と答え、協力の可能性に胸を躍らせました。En: With a smile, Kaori responded, "Definitely! I'm sure there'll be interesting things to see," her heart racing with excitement at the possibility of collaboration.Ja: その日からユウトは少し自信を付け、これからはもっと積極的に行動しようと決意しました。En: From that day, Yuto gained a bit more confidence and resolved to act more proactively in the future.Ja: カオリもまた、一緒に作り上げることの喜びを知りました。En: Kaori also learned the joy of creating together.Ja: 東京の夜景は、二人の新しい関係を祝福しているように輝いていました。En: The nightscape of Tokyo sparkled as if celebrating their new relationship. Vocabulary Words:observatory: 展望台graced: 吹いていましたpleasant: 心地よいinspiration: インスピレーションgazing: 見ながらskyline: スカイラインaiming: 撮影しようcapture: 捉えたいsunset: 夕日roamed: 歩き回っていますsearch: 探していますbumped: ぶつかりexchanged: 顔を見合わせましたembarrassed: 恥ずかしそうsurprisingly: 意外とglances: 表情suggested: 提案しましたenthusiastically: 思い切ってwandering: 歩き回りadjusted: 調整しましたhues: 色に包まれsparkled: 輝いていましたcollaboration: 協力confidence: 自信proactively: 積極的にresolved: 決意しましたadmired: 感心しましたpossibility: 可能性artworks: 作品hobby: 趣味

Daniel Johnston, a visual artist and singer-songwriter from West Virginia made his mark in the indie music scene of the1980s. His raw and unpolished style earned him a label as an outsider artist, and a place in the state's Music Hall of Fame. Johnston recorded his best-known songs on cassette in his parents' basement in Hancock County. Songwriters saw past the lo-fi production values and musicians like Nirvana's Kurt Cobain championed his work. Johnston was diagnosed with bipolar disorder in his 20s, and as his fame grew, his mental health struggles increased. He died in 2019 at age 58, leaving hundreds of songs and drawings. In this award-winning episode of Us & Them, host Trey Kay talks with family members, musicians and others about Daniel's life and legacy.

Fluent Fiction - Hindi: From Shadows to Spotlight: Rahul's Artistic Revelation Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/hi/episode/2026-06-11-07-38-19-hi Story Transcript:Hi: मुंबई के एक ऊँचे स्कूल में गर्मियों की तपती धूप के बीच सांस्कृतिक महोत्सव की धूम थी।En: In a prestigious school in Mumbai, amidst the scorching summer heat, there was a hustle and bustle of a cultural festival.Hi: स्कूल के गलियारों में बच्चों की खिलखिलाती हंसी और रंग-बिरंगे सजावट की चमक थी।En: The school's corridors echoed with children's laughter, and colorful decorations shone brightly.Hi: चारों ओर उत्साह का माहौल था।En: There was an atmosphere of enthusiasm all around.Hi: इसी भीड़-भाड़ में राहुल भी था, अपनी चित्रकारी क्लास से निकलकर स्कूल के आर्ट गैलरी के पास खड़ा था, मन में संकोच के साथ।En: Amidst this crowd was Rahul, standing near the school's art gallery after leaving his art class, with hesitation in his heart.Hi: राहुल अब तक सिर्फ अपने स्केचबुक में ही अपनी कला को छिपा कर रखता था।En: Rahul had so far only kept his art hidden in his sketchbook.Hi: उसे अपनी पेंसिल और रंगों की दुनिया से प्यार था, लेकिन वह डरता था कि लोग उसे कैसे जज करेंगे।En: He loved the world of pencils and colors, but he feared how people would judge him.Hi: उसके मन में एक ही उलझन थी — अगर आर्ट शो में उसका नाम नहीं होगा, तो उसकी कला कैसे देखी जाएगी?En: He had only one dilemma — if his name wasn't in the art show, how would people see his art?Hi: दूसरी ओर, अनिका थी, जो बेहद मिलनसार और उत्साही थी।En: On the other hand, there was Anika, who was very social and enthusiastic.Hi: वह इस महोत्सव की पूरी जिम्मेदारी संभाल रही थी।En: She had taken full responsibility for this festival.Hi: आर्ट शो की तैयारी में वह इस उत्सुकता से लगी थी कि स्कूल के सारे कलाकारों की कला दुनिया के सामने आए।En: She was eagerly preparing for the art show, wanting all the artists of the school to showcase their art to the world.Hi: हालांकि, वह राहुल के अंदर छिपी कला से अनजान थी।En: However, she was unaware of the art hidden inside Rahul.Hi: एक पूरा दिन बीत गया, छात्रों का आर्ट शो में नामांकन जारी था।En: A whole day passed, and the enrollment for the students in the art show continued.Hi: मगर राहुल के मन की सहम उठे कदमों पर भारी पड़ रही थी।En: Yet, the hesitation in Rahul's mind was weighing down his hesitant steps.Hi: उसने भले ही कागज पर दर्जनों चित्र बनाए थे, पर वह नामांकन पत्र पर एक भी हस्ताक्षर नहीं कर पाया था।En: Although he had created dozens of drawings on paper, he couldn't bring himself to sign a single enrollment form.Hi: महोत्सव का दिन आ ही गया।En: The day of the festival finally arrived.Hi: अनिका ने अंतिम घोषणा करते हुए कहा, "आखिरी वक्त है, जो भी छात्र अपनी कला प्रदर्शित करना चाहता है, जल्दी से नामांकन कराए।En: Anika made a final announcement, saying, "This is the last moment; any student who wants to showcase their art, please register quickly."Hi: "राहुल ने नजरें उठाईं, सामने अनिका खड़ी थी, उसके चेहरे पर एक मुस्कान थी, जैसे वह कह रही हो — "चलो, सामने आओ।En: Rahul looked up, and there stood Anika, with a smile on her face, as if saying, "Come on, step forward."Hi: " राहुल का दिल उसके कदमों से तेज धड़क रहा था।En: Rahul's heart was beating faster than his steps.Hi: उसने गहरी सांस भरी और अपनी झिझक पर विजय पाने की कोशिश में आगे बढ़ा।En: He took a deep breath and, in an attempt to conquer his hesitation, moved forward.Hi: आखिरकार, उसने अपना नाम दर्ज कराया।En: Eventually, he registered his name.Hi: उसकी पेंटिंग आर्ट शो में सबसे आगे लगाई गई।En: His painting was placed at the forefront of the art show.Hi: जब लोग उसकी पेंटिंग देखते, तो तारीफों की झड़ी लग जाती।En: When people looked at his painting, praises poured in continuously.Hi: "वाह!En: "Wow!"Hi: " "कितना सुंदर चित्र!En: "What a beautiful picture!"Hi: " हर आवाज उसकी आत्मा को ऊँचाई पर ले जा रही थी।En: Every voice was lifting his spirit higher.Hi: उस दिन के बाद से, राहुल ने अपने अंदर की कला को दुनिया के सामने लाने में हिचकिचाहट महसूस नहीं की।En: Since that day, Rahul no longer felt hesitation in bringing his art to the world.Hi: उसका आत्मविश्वास लगभग उस समय की तरह चमक उठा, जैसे मुंबई की तेज धूप।En: His confidence shone almost like the bright sunlight of Mumbai.Hi: उसने समझ लिया, जब तक वह नहीं दिखाएगा, लोग नहीं देख पाएंगे।En: He understood that unless he showed his art, people wouldn't be able to see it.Hi: उस गर्मियों के महोत्सव ने बेशक राहुल को बदल दिया था।En: That summer festival certainly changed Rahul.Hi: अब वह कला को अपनी आवाज समझने लगा था, और लोग खुशी-खुशी उसकी सुनने के लिए तैयार थे।En: Now he understood art as his voice, and people were happily ready to listen to it. Vocabulary Words:prestigious: ऊँचेscorching: तपतीhustle and bustle: धूमdecorations: सजावटenthusiasm: उत्साहhesitation: संकोचsketchbook: स्केचबुकdilemma: उलझनenrollment: नामांकनhesitant: हिचकिचाहटpraises: तारीफोंconquer: विजयforefront: सबसे आगेspirits: आत्माconfidence: आत्मविश्वासechoed: गूँजतीanonymous: अनजानsocial: मिलनसारresponsibility: जिम्मेदारीannouncement: घोषणाregister: दर्जcultural: सांस्कृतिकgallery: गैलरीjudged: जजunaware: अनजानfear: डरart show: आर्ट शोsketch: चित्रकारीpainting: पेंटिंगartists: कलाकारों

Fluent Fiction - Korean: Finding Courage: Jinwoo's Artistic Breakthrough Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ko/episode/2026-06-11-07-38-19-ko Story Transcript:Ko: 서울의 늦봄, 서울국제고등학교는 활기가 넘치고 있었다.En: Late spring in Seoul, Seoul International High School was bursting with energy.Ko: 학생들이 매년 열리는 미술 축제를 준비했다.En: Students were preparing for the annual art festival.Ko: 학교 복도는 알록달록한 장식들로 화려하게 꾸며지고, 교실은 작은 갤러리로 변신했다.En: The school corridors were adorned with colorful decorations, and classrooms were transformed into small galleries.Ko: 이번 축제를 주관하는 민서는 활기차게 학생들을 이끌었다.En: Minseo, who was in charge of this year's festival, enthusiastically led the students.Ko: 미술 시간이 끝날 때쯤, 조용하지만 재능 있는 화가 진우가 그림을 들고 있었다.En: As art class was about to end, the quiet but talented artist Jinwoo was holding his painting.Ko: 그는 자기 그림을 다른 사람들에게 인정받고 싶었지만, 마음속 깊은 곳에는 두려움이 있었다.En: He wanted his artwork to be acknowledged by others, but deep inside, he had fears.Ko: 진우가 그린 그림은 대담하고 비전통적이었다.En: Jinwoo's painting was bold and unconventional.Ko: 하지만 그의 불안은 그를 불안하게 했다.En: However, his anxiety made him uneasy.Ko: "진우야," 해진이 진우에게 다가와 말했다.En: "Jinwoo," Haejin approached him and said.Ko: 너의 스타일을 믿어. 너의 그림은 특별해."En: "Believe in your style. Your painting is special."Ko: 해진은 진우의 가장 친한 친구였다.En: Haejin was Jinwoo's best friend.Ko: 기타를 좋아하고 음악 축제를 준비하고 있었다.En: He loved the guitar and was preparing for the music festival.Ko: 해진의 격려는 진우에게 큰 힘이 되었다.En: Haejin's encouragement was a great support for Jinwoo.Ko: 순간, 민서가 다가왔다.En: Just then, Minseo came over.Ko: "진우, 이번 작품 출품해봐. 네 그림은 정말 멋져!" 민서는 다정하면서도 확신에 찬 목소리로 말했다.En: "Jinwoo, try submitting this piece. Your painting is really fantastic!" Minseo said with a warm yet confident voice.Ko: 그녀의 말은 진우에게 용기를 주었다.En: Her words gave Jinwoo courage.Ko: 진우는 고민했다.En: Jinwoo hesitated.Ko: 전통적인 작품을 제출할까, 아니면 자신만의 스타일을 보여줄까?En: Should he submit a traditional piece, or should he showcase his own style?Ko: 결국 진우는 색다른 그림을 출품하기로 결심했다.En: Ultimately, he decided to submit his unique painting.Ko: 그는 손 떨림을 이겨내고 그림을 제출했다.En: He overcame his trembling hands and submitted the artwork.Ko: 미술 축제 당일, 학생과 선생님들로 북적거렸다.En: On the day of the art festival, the place was bustling with students and teachers.Ko: 진우의 그림은 큰 주목을 받았다.En: Jinwoo's painting received a lot of attention.Ko: 사람들은 그의 그림 앞에 서서 토론하고 감탄했다.En: People stood in front of his artwork, discussing and admiring it.Ko: 그 순간 진우는 깨달았다. 그의 그림은 사람들에게 감동을 주고 있었다.En: In that moment, Jinwoo realized his painting was touching people.Ko: 축제 후, 진우는 자신감이 생겼다.En: After the festival, Jinwoo gained confidence.Ko: 민서와 해진은 미소를 지으며 그를 축하했다.En: Minseo and Haejin smiled as they congratulated him.Ko: "이제 알겠지? 자신의 스타일을 믿어야 해!" 민서가 말했다.En: "See, you have to believe in your own style!" Minseo said.Ko: 그렇게 진우는 자신의 스타일을 믿는 법을 배웠다.En: Thus, Jinwoo learned how to trust in his own style.Ko: 그는 자신이 원하는 예술가로 성장하기 시작했다.En: He began to grow into the artist he wanted to be.Ko: 이번 축제는 그에게 큰 전환점이 되었다.En: This festival became a major turning point for him.Ko: 그리고 그는 새로운 독창성을 발견하며 성장해 나갔다.En: And he continued to grow, discovering new originality along the way. Vocabulary Words:bursting: 활기가 넘치는transform: 변신하다acknowledged: 인정받다unconventional: 비전통적anxiety: 불안encouragement: 격려courage: 용기hesitated: 고민하다showcase: 보여주다trembling: 떨림bustling: 북적거리다admiring: 감탄하다trust: 믿다turning point: 전환점originality: 독창성enthusiastically: 활기차게talented: 재능 있는bold: 대담한special: 특별한support: 힘warm: 다정한confident: 확신에 찬fears: 두려움moment: 순간submit: 제출하다realized: 깨달았다festival: 축제prepare: 준비하다congratulated: 축하하다discovering: 발견하다

Fluent Fiction - Dutch: Sven's Artistic Quest: Unveiling Hidden Dutch Treasures Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/nl/episode/2026-06-10-07-38-19-nl Story Transcript:Nl: De ochtendzon stroomde door de ramen van het Rijksmuseum, het licht gleed over de glanzende marmeren vloeren.En: The morning sun streamed through the windows of the Rijksmuseum, the light gliding over the shiny marble floors.Nl: Sven, met zijn schilderspalet in gedachten, verdwaalde bijna in de grootsheid van de zaal.En: Sven, with his painter's palette in mind, almost got lost in the grandeur of the hall.Nl: Maar hij was hier met een missie: een bijzonder cadeau vinden voor zijn mentor.En: But he was here with a mission: to find a special gift for his mentor.Nl: Lotte, zijn jeugdvriendin, glimlachte terwijl ze naar hem keek.En: Lotte, his childhood friend, smiled as she watched him.Nl: Ze kende Sven's liefde voor kunst en begreep zijn dilemma.En: She knew Sven's love for art and understood his dilemma.Nl: Ze wandelden samen door de zalen vol met meesterwerken van Nederlandse schilders.En: They walked together through the halls full of masterpieces by Dutch painters.Nl: De geur van olie en verf leek in de lucht te hangen.En: The smell of oil and paint seemed to linger in the air.Nl: Sven kon niet wachten om de winkel te bereiken, in de hoop tussen de souvenirs iets speciaals te vinden.En: Sven couldn't wait to reach the store, hoping to find something special among the souvenirs.Nl: Toen ze eindelijk bij de museumwinkel aankwamen, werden ze begroet door een zee van kleuren en geluiden.En: When they finally arrived at the museum shop, they were greeted by a sea of colors and sounds.Nl: Boeken, schilderijen en kleine beeldjes stonden keurig gerangschikt op de planken.En: Books, paintings, and small statues were neatly arranged on the shelves.Nl: Maar de drukte bracht verwarring.En: But the hustle and bustle brought confusion.Nl: Sven kon de juiste keuze niet maken; alles leek hem mooi maar ontbrak aan dat persoonlijke tintje dat hij zocht.En: Sven couldn't make the right choice; everything seemed beautiful, but lacked that personal touch he was seeking.Nl: Lotte probeerde te helpen door verschillende cadeaus aan te wijzen, maar niets leek te passen.En: Lotte tried to help by pointing out various gifts, but nothing seemed to fit.Nl: Frustratie begon toe te slaan.En: Frustration began to hit.Nl: Precies op dat moment verscheen Bram, een lokale kunstenaar die in het museum werkte.En: Just at that moment, Bram, a local artist who worked at the museum, appeared.Nl: Hij maakte vaak een praatje met bezoekers, en zijn kennis over kunst was indrukwekkend.En: He often chatted with visitors, and his knowledge of art was impressive.Nl: Lotte legde het dilemma aan hem uit.En: Lotte explained the dilemma to him.Nl: Bram knikte begrijpend en leidde hen naar een specifiek hoekje van de winkel waar minder bekende maar prachtige werken stonden.En: Bram nodded understandingly and led them to a specific corner of the store where lesser-known but beautiful works were displayed.Nl: "Heb je dit al gezien?"En: "Have you seen this?"Nl: vroeg Bram, terwijl hij naar een prachtige replica wees van een schilderij dat nog niet veel bezoekers hadden opgemerkt.En: asked Bram, pointing to a stunning replica of a painting that not many visitors had noticed.Nl: Het was een werk dat Sven's mentor ooit geprezen had als een verborgen juweeltje van de Nederlandse kunst.En: It was a work that Sven's mentor had once praised as a hidden gem of Dutch art.Nl: Sven's ogen lichtten op.En: Sven's eyes lit up.Nl: Dit was perfect!En: This was perfect!Nl: Het was uniek en had een speciale betekenis.En: It was unique and had a special meaning.Nl: Misschien had hij het niet zonder Bram's hulp gevonden, besefte hij.En: He realized he might not have found it without Bram's help.Nl: Hij kocht de replica en voelde een golf van voldoening.En: He bought the replica and felt a wave of satisfaction.Nl: Terwijl ze het museum verlieten, straalde Sven.En: As they left the museum, Sven beamed.Nl: Hij had niet alleen een perfect cadeau gevonden, maar voelde zich ook dieper verbonden met de kunst van Nederland.En: He had not only found a perfect gift but also felt more deeply connected to the art of the Netherlands.Nl: Lotte keek naar haar vriend en glimlachte.En: Lotte looked at her friend and smiled.Nl: Sven had vertrouwen gevonden, niet alleen in zijn keuze, maar ook in zijn eigen artistieke pad.En: Sven had found confidence, not only in his choice but also in his own artistic path.Nl: Inspiratie stroomde door zijn gedachten, klaar om omgezet te worden in zijn volgende schilderij.En: Inspiration flowed through his thoughts, ready to be transformed into his next painting.Nl: De frisse lentelucht buiten het museum voelde voller aan met mogelijkheden.En: The fresh spring air outside the museum felt fuller with possibilities.Nl: Sven realiseerde zich dat de meest betekenisvolle geschenken vaak met persoonlijke ervaringen komen vast te zitten, iets dat dit avontuur hem zeker had laten zien.En: Sven realized that the most meaningful gifts often come tied with personal experiences, something that this adventure had certainly shown him. Vocabulary Words:streamed: stroomdegliding: gleedgrandeur: grootsheidmission: missiementor: mentordilemma: dilemmalinger: hangensouvenirs: souvenirshustle and bustle: drukteconfusion: verwarringreplica: replicahidden gem: verborgen juweeltjesatisfaction: voldoeningbeamed: straaldeconfidence: vertrouwenartistic path: artistieke padinspiration: inspiratietransformed: omgezetfresh spring air: frisse lenteluchtpossibilities: mogelijkhedenmeaningful: betekenisvollepersonal experiences: persoonlijke ervaringenstreamed: stroomdegliding: gleedconfused: verwardlocal artist: lokale kunstenaarmasterpieces: meesterwerkenocean of colors: zee van kleurenimpressive: indrukwekkendpointing out: aanwijzen

One of New Zealand's most enduring sporting careers is set to reach another remarkable milestone. Twenty years on from making his Commonwealth Games debut, artistic gymnast Misha Koudinov has been named in the NZ team for the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow. It puts him on track become just the third Kiwi athlete to compete at six Commonwealth games. Sports editor Dana Johannsen spoke to Lisa Owen.

Fluent Fiction - French: Serendipity Blooms in the Heart of Paris: An Artistic Encounter Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/fr/episode/2026-06-08-22-34-02-fr Story Transcript:Fr: Le soleil du matin baignait le Jardin du Luxembourg d'une douce lumière dorée.En: The morning sun bathed the Jardin du Luxembourg in a gentle golden light.Fr: Sous le ciel clair de fin de printemps, les fleurs s'épanouissaient, et les statues majestueuses se dressaient fièrement, gardant le jardin avec grâce.En: Under the clear late spring sky, the flowers bloomed, and the majestic statues stood proudly, gracefully guarding the garden.Fr: Luc était assis sur un banc, perdu dans la lecture d'un roman captivant.En: Luc was sitting on a bench, absorbed in reading a captivating novel.Fr: Il avait toujours aimé cet endroit, il y trouvait la tranquillité et l'inspiration.En: He had always loved this place, finding tranquility and inspiration there.Fr: Les mots lui parlaient comme de vieux amis.En: The words spoke to him like old friends.Fr: Mais aujourd'hui, il se sentait un peu seul, bien qu'entouré de nature et de littérature.En: But today, he felt a bit lonely, even though he was surrounded by nature and literature.Fr: À quelques pas de là, Clémence feuilletait un livre d'art, son esprit cherchant des étincelles d'inspiration.En: A few steps away, Clémence was leafing through an art book, her mind searching for sparks of inspiration.Fr: Elle était mélancolique, sa dernière œuvre restait inachevée, sa passion vacillante.En: She felt melancholic—her latest work remained unfinished, and her passion wavered.Fr: Ici, au cœur de Paris, elle espérait trouver ce qu'elle cherchait, perdue parmi les couleurs et les souvenirs.En: Here, in the heart of Paris, she hoped to find what she was looking for, lost among the colors and memories.Fr: Le hasard fit que leurs regards se croisèrent.En: Chance made their eyes meet.Fr: Clémence sourit légèrement, une invitation silencieuse à briser la glace.En: Clémence smiled slightly, a silent invitation to break the ice.Fr: Luc prit une profonde inspiration et, oubliant ses hésitations, engagea la conversation.En: Luc took a deep breath and, forgetting his hesitations, struck up a conversation.Fr: "Quel livre lisez-vous?"En: "What book are you reading?"Fr: demanda-t-il timidement.En: he asked timidly.Fr: Clémence leva ses yeux pétillants et répondit avec enthousiasme : "Un essai sur l'art moderne.En: Clémence raised her sparkling eyes and responded enthusiastically, "An essay on modern art.Fr: Et vous?"En: And you?"Fr: Luc dévoila la couverture de son livre.En: Luc revealed the cover of his book.Fr: "Une belle histoire sur le voyage intérieur," dit-il avec une légère appréhension.En: "A beautiful story about an inner journey," he said with slight apprehension.Fr: La conversation s'ensuivit naturellement, comme un flot paisible.En: The conversation unfolded naturally, like a peaceful flow.Fr: Ils parlèrent de leurs livres, partageant des passages préférés et des réflexions, chacun trouvant chez l'autre un miroir de ses propres passions.En: They talked about their books, sharing favorite passages and reflections, each finding in the other a mirror of their own passions.Fr: Luc découvrit en Clémence une âme sœur en quête de beauté et de vérité.En: Luc discovered in Clémence a kindred spirit in search of beauty and truth.Fr: Et Clémence était fascinée par l'esprit créatif de Luc, ses idées éveillant de nouveaux paysages dans son esprit.En: And Clémence was fascinated by Luc's creative mind, his ideas awakening new landscapes in her spirit.Fr: "Vous venez souvent ici?"En: "Do you come here often?"Fr: demanda Luc, trouvant enfin le courage de prolonger cet instant rare et précieux.En: asked Luc, finally finding the courage to extend this rare and precious moment.Fr: "Oui," répondit Clémence, son regard azur perçant le sien.En: "Yes," Clémence replied, her azure gaze piercing his.Fr: "C'est un lieu où je laisse vagabonder mon esprit.En: "It's a place where I let my mind wander.Fr: Si cela vous intéresse, vous devriez venir à mon atelier un jour.En: If you're interested, you should come to my studio one day.Fr: J'aimerais avoir votre avis sur mes tableaux."En: I would like your opinion on my paintings."Fr: Luc fut surpris mais ravi.En: Luc was surprised but delighted.Fr: "Je serais honoré," dit-il, sa voix empreinte de sincérité.En: "I would be honored," he said, his voice full of sincerity.Fr: "De plus, il y a une rencontre d'écrivains à laquelle je vais bientôt.En: "Moreover, there's a writers' gathering I'm going to soon.Fr: Peut-être aimeriez-vous m'accompagner?"En: Perhaps you would like to accompany me?"Fr: Clémence acquiesça, heureuse de trouver un compagnonnage dans ses élans créatifs.En: Clémence nodded, happy to find companionship in her creative pursuits.Fr: Ensemble, ils quittèrent le jardin, l'esprit plus léger, une nouvelle amitié en pleine floraison.En: Together, they left the garden, their spirits lighter, a new friendship in full bloom.Fr: Le Jardin du Luxembourg, témoin silencieux de cet échange, resta en arrière, enveloppé par la quiétude du soir approchant.En: The Jardin du Luxembourg, a silent witness to this exchange, remained behind, enveloped by the tranquility of the approaching evening.Fr: Luc et Clémence s'éloignèrent, chacun portant en lui la promesse de nouvelles histoires à partager.En: Luc and Clémence walked away, each carrying within them the promise of new stories to share. Vocabulary Words:the morning sun: le soleil du matinthe garden: le jardinthe flowers: les fleursmajestic: majestueusestranquility: la tranquillitéinspiration: l'inspirationlonely: seulthe nature: la natureliterature: la littératureto leaf through: feuilletermelancholic: mélancoliquewavered: vacillantethe heart: le cœurthe colors: les couleursmemories: les souvenirschance: le hasardto break the ice: briser la glaceto strike up: engagerhesitations: les hésitationsenthusiastically: avec enthousiasmean essay: un essaiinner journey: le voyage intérieurapprehension: appréhensionpeaceful flow: un flot paisiblekindred spirit: une âme sœurthe truth: la véritécreative mind: l'esprit créatiflandscapes: les paysagesto wander: vagabonderthe studio: l'atelier

Fluent Fiction - Hebrew: Breaking Free: Lior's Journey to Artistic Liberation Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/he/episode/2026-06-07-07-38-19-he Story Transcript:He: בצל קרני האביב המאוחרות, טיילת תל אביב התמלאה חיים ואמנות.En: In the glow of the late spring sun, the Tayelet Tel Aviv was filled with life and art.He: ליאור פסע בזהירות בין היצירות הצבעוניות שהתפרסו על המדרכות.En: Lior walked carefully among the colorful creations spread across the sidewalks.He: הלב שלו פעם בהתרגשות וגם בפחד.En: His heart pounded with excitement but also with fear.He: הוא הרגיש תקוע בשגרת המשרד שלו, אבל היום החליט לצאת ממנה ולמצוא השראה.En: He felt stuck in his office routine, but today he decided to break free from it and seek inspiration.He: ליאור עצר ליד ציור רחוב צבעוני שתפס את עיניו.En: Lior stopped next to a colorful street painting that caught his eye.He: לידו עמדה יעל, אוצרת תערוכות, שהתבוננה ביצירה באותה עוצמה.En: Standing nearby was Yael, a curator, who was gazing at the artwork with the same intensity.He: "מה את חושבת על זה?En: "What do you think of this?"He: " שאל ליאור בניסיון להתגבר על החששות שלו.En: Lior asked, trying to overcome his apprehension.He: יעל חייכה, זהר וחמימות בעיניה.En: Yael smiled, her eyes shining with warmth.He: "זה מעורר," ענתה.En: "It's inspiring," she replied.He: "זה מזכיר לי כמה חופשיים אנחנו יכולים להיות כשאנחנו יוצאים מחוץ לגבולות המוכרים.En: "It reminds me of how free we can be when we step outside familiar boundaries."He: "המילים של יעל נגעו בליאור.En: Yael's words touched Lior.He: הוא הרגיש שכמו בציור, גם הוא יכול לשחרר את הכבלים שכבילו אותו.En: He felt that, just like the painting, he too could release the chains that held him down.He: השיחה ביניהם התגלגלה, והם גילו ששניהם חולקים אהבה עמוקה לאומנות וסקרנות בלתי פוסקת לעולם שסביבם.En: Their conversation flowed, and they discovered they both shared a deep love for art and an insatiable curiosity about the world around them.He: ככל שהערב התארך, ליאור הרגיש משהו משתנה בו.En: As the evening lengthened, Lior felt something changing within him.He: האזרחות שבלהמשיך בעבודתו הקבועה החלה לפנות דרך לתחושת עזוז והבטחה חדשה.En: The insistence on continuing with his routine job began to give way to a sense of boldness and newfound promise.He: יעל עודדה אותו לחלום בגדול, וליאור ראה בעיניה את השתקפות ההשראה שחיפש.En: Yael encouraged him to dream big, and Lior saw in her eyes the reflection of the inspiration he sought.He: בלילה, כשהלך ליאור בחזרה לבדו לאורך הטיילת, הוא חש בבירור את ההחלטה הבוקר שלו.En: That night, as Lior walked back alone along the Tayelet, he clearly felt the decision he made that morning.He: הוא ייקח על עצמו יותר מפרויקטים אמנותיים, מה שיפתח דלתות לעולם חדש.En: He would take on more artistic projects, which would open doors to a new world.He: בבוקר שלאחר מכן, ליאור חזר למשרדו, אבל עם החלטה נחושה בליבו.En: The next morning, Lior returned to his office, but with a resolute decision in his heart.He: עם התמיכה של יעל והרוח הגבית שזכה לה, החל להקדיש יותר ויותר מזמנו לתחום האמנות.En: With the support of Yael and the encouragement he received, he began dedicating more and more of his time to the field of art.He: הלב שלו היה קל יותר, מלא תחושת סיפוק וגילוי.En: His heart was lighter, filled with a sense of fulfillment and discovery.He: האביב המאוחר הביא איתו לא רק פריחה חיצונית אלא גם פריחה פנימית בליבו של ליאור.En: The late spring brought not only an external bloom but also an internal blossoming in Lior's heart.He: והוא ידע שהוא בדרכו הנכונה, מוקף ביצירתיות וחברות אמת.En: And he knew he was on the right path, surrounded by creativity and true friendship. Vocabulary Words:glow: זוהרcurator: אוצרתintensity: עוצמהapprehension: חששותboundaries: גבולותchains: כבליםflowed: התגלגלהinsistence: אזרחותboldness: עזוזresolute: נחושהfulfillment: סיפוקexternal: חיצוניתinternal: פנימיתinspiration: השראהunfamiliar: להתפרסcreation: יצירהartwork: תבניתיותinsatiable: בלתי פוסקתencouragement: רוח גביתdecision: החלטהproject: מפרויקטיםpromise: הבטחהsupport: תמיכהgazing: מסתכלתunfamiliar: לא מוכרdedicating: מקדישwarmth: חמימותroutine: שגרהfear: פחדblossom: פריחהBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/fluent-fiction-hebrew--5818690/support.

Fluent Fiction - Norwegian: Rekindling Friendships Amidst Oslo's Artistic Elegance Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/no/episode/2026-06-06-07-38-19-no Story Transcript:No: Sigrid sto opp tidlig, solstrålene snek seg inn gjennom vinduet og flommet over Oslo.En: Sigrid woke up early, the sun's rays sneaking in through the window and flooding over Oslo.No: Hun følte seg spent og nervøs, for i dag skulle hun kuratere en stor kunstutstilling i Vigeland Sculpture Park.En: She felt excited and nervous because today she was curating a large art exhibition in Vigeland Sculpture Park.No: Parkens majestetiske skulpturer sto som tause vitner, omgitt av blomster som blomstret i vårens fulle prakt.En: The park's majestic sculptures stood as silent witnesses, surrounded by flowers blooming in the full splendor of spring.No: Hun hadde prøvd å gjøre dagen perfekt, men tankene hennes vandret stadig tilbake til en annen tid.En: She had tried to make the day perfect, but her thoughts kept wandering back to another time.No: I årene som hadde gått, hadde Sigrid ofte lurt på hva som skjedde med Einar.En: Over the years, Sigrid had often wondered what happened to Einar.No: Han var en gang hennes nærmeste venn, men livet hadde ført dem på forskjellige stier.En: He was once her closest friend, but life had taken them down different paths.No: Hun hadde hørt han var en lovende skulptør, men nyheten om at han deltok på denne utstillingen hadde kommet som en overraskelse.En: She had heard he was a promising sculptor, but the news that he was participating in this exhibition had come as a surprise.No: Folk samlet seg i parken, hvor duften av nyslått gress blandet seg med lyden av glade stemmer.En: People gathered in the park, where the scent of freshly cut grass mixed with the sound of happy voices.No: Kunstverkene strålte under den milde vårsolen, og Sigrid kjente hjertet banke raskere når hun tenkte på å se Einar igjen.En: The artworks shone under the gentle spring sun, and Sigrid felt her heart beat faster when she thought about seeing Einar again.No: Hun ønsket å snakke med ham, å se om de kunne finne tilbake til vennskapet de en gang hadde.En: She wanted to talk to him, to see if they could find their way back to the friendship they once had.No: Utstillingen gikk mot slutten, besøkende beveget seg rolig fra monter til monter.En: The exhibition was coming to an end, visitors moved leisurely from stand to stand.No: Sigrid så Einar stå ved siden av en av sine skulpturer, han så eldre ut, mer moden, men med det samme vennlige smilet.En: Sigrid saw Einar standing next to one of his sculptures; he looked older, more mature, but with the same friendly smile.No: Uventet ble hun stilt overfor dilemmaet: skulle hun gå bort til ham som en gammel venn, eller holde avstand, profesjonell som alltid?En: Unexpectedly, she was faced with the dilemma: should she go over to him as an old friend, or keep her distance, professional as always?No: Utstillingspublikumet ble mindre, og Sigrid visste tiden var knapp.En: The exhibition crowd was getting smaller, and Sigrid knew time was running out.No: Hun trakk pusten dypt, og før hun visste ordet av det, sto hun foran Einar.En: She took a deep breath, and before she knew it, she was standing in front of Einar.No: "Hei, Einar," sa hun, og stemmen skalv litt.En: "Hi, Einar," she said, and her voice trembled a bit.No: Han så opp, smilte bredt, og svarte hjertelig: "Sigrid?En: He looked up, smiled broadly, and responded warmly, "Sigrid?No: Dette er en gledelig overraskelse!En: This is a delightful surprise!"No: "De snakket lettere enn hun hadde forventet.En: They talked more easily than she had expected.No: De delte minner og lo av gamle historier.En: They shared memories and laughed at old stories.No: Den nervøse energien forsvant, erstattet av varme og gjenkjennelse.En: The nervous energy disappeared, replaced by warmth and recognition.No: Hun innså hvor mye hun hadde savnet denne forbindelsen.En: She realized how much she had missed this connection.No: Einar fortalte entusiastisk om sine nye prosjekter og inviterte henne til å besøke studioet sitt.En: Einar enthusiastically talked about his new projects and invited her to visit his studio.No: "Jeg vil virkelig gjerne vise deg mer," insisterte han.En: "I really would love to show you more," he insisted.No: Da solen begynte å gå ned og det var tid for å avslutte dagen, byttet de telefonnumre.En: As the sun began to set and it was time to wrap up the day, they exchanged phone numbers.No: Sigrid følte seg oppløftet, mer enn bare kurator og profesjonell.En: Sigrid felt uplifted, more than just a curator and professional.No: Hun hadde tatt en sjanse, åpnet seg for muligheten for noe mer enn arbeid.En: She had taken a chance, opened herself up to the possibility of something more than work.No: Da hun gikk hjem gjennom parken, reflekterte hun over hvor viktig det er å holde kontakten med mennesker vi bryr oss om.En: As she walked home through the park, she reflected on how important it is to keep in touch with people we care about.No: Hun smilte til seg selv, visste at dette var begynnelsen på noe nytt.En: She smiled to herself, knowing that this was the beginning of something new. Vocabulary Words:curating: kuratereexhibition: utstillingmajestic: majestetiskesplendor: praktwander: vandrepromising: lovendeunexpectedly: uventetdilemma: dilemmatrembled: skalbdelightful: gledeligenthusiastically: entusiastiskuplifted: oppløftetsilent: tausegather: samlescent: duftleisurely: roligmature: modenbroadly: bredtfade: forsvinnerecognition: gjenkjennelseconnection: forbindelseinsist: insistereexchange: byttereflection: refleksjoncontact: kontaktwitness: vitneblooming: blomstrendedistance: avstandpossibility: mulighetpath: sti

On May 28, 2026, Anagram released a report titled: "Results of Impact Study Carried Out for Mixed Reality Experience Impulse: Digest for General Public," which was commission by Agog. This 43-page report was written by Dr. Alexandra Sierra, and there's also a more extended 121-page version from December 2025 that's titled "Impulse Research Study Detail and Results" that was also written by Sierra (it is in the process of being made available). The study tracked the behavioral shifts of over 100 people across three different cohorts who watched the Impulse: Playing with Reality immersive documentary experience that was first launched in 2024. You can check out my previous interviews covering this experience in episodes #1378 and #1421. But I had a chance to speak with co-director May Abdalla about some of her highlights of this study, as well as some deeper reflections as an artist what it means to have pieces of art quantified and evaluated with such rigor. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JJIdBEKnniA This is a listener-supported podcast through the Voices of VR Patreon. Music: Fatality

Baltimore's harbor is calm, but resident artist Joan Cox is gathering momentum. Since her last appearance with NOT REAL ART, she's been named a finalist for the Baker Artist Award, recognized among London's Top 100 International Artists, and seen her intimate portraits circulate through exhibitions and publications. A past NOT REAL ART grant winner (2022), Joan is known for capturing the “energy field” of love between women. Now, her work takes center stage in NOT REAL ART's Modern Love exhibition, running online at notrealart.com this spring.In conversation with host Scott “Sourdough” Power, Joan reflects on the work of recording contemporary queer intimacy. She describes her process, from asking strangers to sit for her, to searching for the subtle charge that passes between couples, all while managing the demands of a full-time career and raising a middle-schooler.Her canvases are lush and unscripted, dense with narrative detail—bedroom Buddhas, floral wallpaper in the corner of a bar. Beneath the surface, each painting offers an act of correction, adding a page to art history where overlooked couples are seen, valued, and, at last, collected.Where to Connect & ExperienceSee Joan Cox's latest work in Modern Love.Follow Joan on Instagram for in-progress shots and behind-the-scenes studio news.Learn more about the NOT REAL ART Grant. Episode CreditsHost: Scott ‘Sourdough' PowerGuest: Joan Cox, Baltimore-based painter focused on queer intimacy, identity, and representation; NOT REAL ART grant winner.Production: Crewest Studio, Los AngelesTheme Music: Ricky Peugeot & Desi DeLauro of Parlor SocialSubscribe to NOT REAL ART for future episodes, follow us on Instagram, and join the conversation.

OLD MODELS OF FILMMAKING HAVE CRASHED?From Kane Parsons and Backrooms to creators like Markiplier and Curry Barker, the path to becoming a filmmaker is changing.The question is no longer who will give you permission.The question is: what story are you going to tell?Follow @the.artistspodcast for #arts #culture #cinema#ArtisticRants13 #Filmmaking #CreatorEconomy #Backrooms #KaneParsons #TheArtistsPodcast

Step into the fascinating world of Japanese spirits as we explore the artistry, heritage, and meticulous culture behind Japanese whisky. In this episode of Bourbon Lens, we sit down with House of Suntory's Advocacy Manager, James Bowker, to celebrate Toki Highball Week and deconstruct over a century of liquid craftsmanship.We track the incredible evolution of Japanese whisky, starting from Shinjiro Torii and the founding of the legendary Yamazaki Distillery. Discover how Japan's early isolation and cultural philosophies like kaizen (continuous improvement) and ichigo-ichie (treasuring the unrepeatable moment) shaped a production style distinctly different from Scotch and American whiskey.We break down the new strict labeling standards and regulations implemented to combat "fake" Japanese whiskies, giving you the knowledge to shop authentically. Plus, James guides us through a side-by-side tasting of the approachable Suntory Toki Classic versus the rich, smoky Toki Black expression. Finally, you'll learn the master techniques required to craft the perfect Japanese Highball at home, from precise water-to-whisky proportions to ice manipulation. Stream now and elevate your highball game!Episode Chapters & Timestamps:00:05 — Welcome and Overview of the Episode01:06 — The History of Japanese Whisky and Cultural Background02:32 — Shinjiro Torii and the Origins of House of Suntory03:57 — Craftsmanship and Blending Techniques in Japanese Whisky05:35 — Artistic and Cultural Influences: Hibiki, Hakushu, and Yamazaki08:17 — Suntory's Product Tiers and Core Portfolio Profiles10:42 — Fighting Counterfeits: New Japanese Whisky Standards and Certifications17:48 — Celebrating Toki Highball Week & the Ichigo-Ichie Philosophy19:17 — Masterclass: How to Craft an Authentic Japanese Highball at Home26:13 — Tasting & Comparison: Toki Classic vs. Toki Black Smoky Expression36:14 — Summer Culinary Pairings and Creative Whisky Cocktail InnovationsResources & Featured Links From the Show:The House of Suntory: Official WebsiteExplore the Lineup: Yamazaki, Hakushu, Hibiki, & Chita DistilleryIndustry Insights: Official JSLMA Japanese Whisky StandardsSupport the Show: Bourbon Lens Patreon / Bourbon LensSeven Cocktails & Bourbon Suntory 100 VideosSubscribe & Community Links

Fluent Fiction - Italian: Artistic Inspirations and Practical Choices in Forsyth Park Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/it/episode/2026-05-31-07-38-19-it Story Transcript:It: Il sole splendeva alto nel cielo blu di primavera.En: The sun shone high in the blue spring sky.It: Forsyth Park era un caleidoscopio vivente di colori e suoni.En: Forsyth Park was a living kaleidoscope of colors and sounds.It: Giulia e Luca camminavano lungo i sentieri lastricati, incantati dall'energia del mercato degli artigiani.En: Giulia and Luca walked along the paved paths, enchanted by the energy of the artisans' market.It: Giulia era un'artista con gli occhi sempre pieni di meraviglia.En: Giulia was an artist with eyes always full of wonder.It: Osservava ogni bancarella con attenzione, alla ricerca di qualcosa che accendesse la sua ispirazione.En: She observed each stall carefully, searching for something that would ignite her inspiration.It: Luca, il suo amico più caro, camminava accanto a lei.En: Luca, her dearest friend, walked beside her.It: Era pragmatico, ma sosteneva sempre Giulia, anche quando le sue idee sembravano irrealistiche.En: He was pragmatic but always supported Giulia, even when her ideas seemed unrealistic.It: "Guarda questo set di colori ad acquarello," disse Giulia, fermandosi davanti a una bancarella coperta da un telo bianco.En: "Look at this watercolor set," said Giulia, stopping in front of a stall covered by a white cloth.It: I colori erano brillanti, sembravano danzare sotto la luce del sole.En: The colors were bright, appearing to dance under the sunlight.It: "Sono perfetti per il mio prossimo progetto."En: "They are perfect for my next project."It: "Sembrano costosi," osservò Luca, scrutando l'etichetta del prezzo.En: "They look expensive," observed Luca, scrutinizing the price tag.It: "Ricorda, hai bisogno di risparmiare anche per le tue spese quotidiane."En: "Remember, you need to save for your daily expenses too."It: Le parole di Luca erano come un dolce promemoria della realtà.En: Luca's words were like a gentle reminder of reality.It: Giulia sentiva il peso della decisione sul cuore.En: Giulia felt the weight of the decision on her heart.It: Aveva i soldi, ma erano limitati.En: She had the money, but it was limited.It: Dubbi e incertezze le si accalcavano in testa.En: Doubts and uncertainties crowded in her head.It: Continuarono a passeggiare, Luca parlava dei suoi progetti per il weekend, mentre Giulia rimuginava in silenzio.En: They continued to stroll, Luca talking about his weekend plans, while Giulia pondered in silence.It: Mentre il sole cominciava a calare, una luce dorata avvolse il mercato.En: As the sun began to set, a golden light enveloped the market.It: Improvvisamente, Giulia vide qualcosa che catturò la sua attenzione.En: Suddenly, Giulia saw something that caught her attention.It: Era un piccolo dipinto, appeso discretamente tra altri.En: It was a small painting, hung discreetly among others.It: Rappresentava un tramonto sopra un mare calmo, i colori vivevano sulla tela con una tale intensità che sembrava essere dipinto con la luce stessa.En: It depicted a sunset over a calm sea, the colors lived on the canvas with such intensity it seemed to be painted with light itself.It: "È... magnifico," sussurrò Giulia.En: "It's... magnificent," Giulia whispered.It: Sentiva che quel dipinto parlava direttamente al suo cuore.En: She felt that painting spoke directly to her heart.It: "Ecco il dilemma," disse Luca, notando lo sguardo della sua amica.En: "There's the dilemma," said Luca, noticing his friend's gaze.It: "Quel dipinto, o i colori?"En: "That painting, or the colors?"It: Giulia chiuse gli occhi per un momento, respirando profondamente.En: Giulia closed her eyes for a moment, taking a deep breath.It: Poi, sorrise.En: Then, she smiled.It: "Acquisto il dipinto," decise.En: "I'll buy the painting," she decided.It: "È un simbolo di ispirazione.En: "It's a symbol of inspiration.It: E poi cercherò colori più economici."En: And then I'll look for more affordable colors."It: Luca annuì, un sorriso sul volto.En: Luca nodded, a smile on his face.It: "Sei sulla strada giusta.En: "You're on the right path.It: L'ispirazione non ha prezzo."En: Inspiration is priceless."It: Quel giorno, mentre il parco si immergeva nelle luci della sera, Giulia capì che le sue passioni potevano convivere con la realtà.En: That day, as the park was bathed in the evening lights, Giulia realized that her passions could coexist with reality.It: Con il dipinto tra le mani, e il cuore leggero, ritrovò una nuova fiducia nel suo viaggio artistico.En: With the painting in her hands, and a light heart, she found new confidence in her artistic journey. Vocabulary Words:the spring: la primaverathe artisan: l'artigianothe path: il sentieroenchanted: incantatothe wonder: la meravigliato ignite: accendereunrealistic: irrealisticoto scrutinize: scrutarethe tag: l'etichettathe expenses: le spesethe uncertainty: l'incertezzato stroll: passeggiareto ponder: rimuginarethe sunset: il tramontoto envelop: avvolgerethe canvas: la teladiscreetly: discretamenteto depict: rappresentareintensity: intensitàmagnificent: magnificothe dilemma: il dilemmathe inspiration: l'ispirazioneaffordable: economicothe confidence: la fiduciathe journey: il viaggiothe heart: il cuoreto breathe: respirareto coexist: conviverethe project: il progettopriceless: prezioso

In Arteetude 336 – The Collapse of Wonder, Detlef Schlich and Sophia, his AI Co-Host, enter the philosophical afterglow of the creative process behind the AfricaSmile music video.What began as an AI-assisted editing process became a deeper question: what happens when the world becomes endlessly imageable? When every vision can be generated, corrected, beautified, animated, and replaced, does art gain new freedom — or does wonder begin to collapse under the pressure of too much availability?Through the lens of Martin Heidegger's The Question Concerning Technology and Ray Kurzweil's The Singularity Is Nearer, Detlef reflects on AI not simply as a tool, but as a new mode of revealing the world. Heidegger warns that modern technology turns nature into “standing-reserve” — material waiting to be used. Kurzweil, by contrast, sees technological acceleration as part of evolution, moving toward the merging of human and machine intelligence.Between these two poles, Detlef asks: is AI helping us discover deeper secrets, or are we consuming revelation too quickly? From the Nile of AfricaSmile to the River Ilen of the upcoming Illens Hopium, this episode explores the river as a counter-image to machine speed — a slower force of memory, erosion, sediment, and hope.The episode closes with the new Los Inorgánicos song “Slow the River Down”, a dark, poetic reflection on image overload, artistic dignity, and the need to let mystery breathe.Detlef Schlich is a rock musician, podcaster, visual artist, filmmaker,ritual designer, and media archaeologist based in West Cork. He is recognised for his seminal work, including a scholarly examination of the intersections between shamanism, art, and digital culture, and his acclaimed video installation, Transodin's Tragedy. He primarily works in performance, photography, painting, sound, installations, and film. In his work, he reflects on the human condition and uses the digital shaman's methodology as an alter ego to create artwork. His media archaeology is a conceptual and practical exercise in uncovering the unique aesthetic, cultural, and political aspects of media in culture.WEBSITE LINKS WAW Official YouTube Channelhttps://www.youtube.com/@WAWBandFrom the forthcoming WAW albumThe Stories of Nil YoungTwo songs from WAW's developing album project The Stories of Nil Young — a mythopoetic journey along the Nile, where river, memory, loss, cooperation and hope flow into music.AfricaSmileAfricaSmile follows the Nile as an imagined journey from its sources to the Mediterranean Sea — a river of memory, movement, rhythm and myth.The song turns the meeting of the White Nile and the Blue Nile into a fragile image of cooperation. It is not a naïve peace anthem, but a wounded musical hope: two different currents meeting, listening, and still moving forward together.The Niles Bittersweet SongThe Nile's Bittersweet Song is the first official single by WAW / Wild Atlantic Way — Detlef Schlich and Dirk Schlömer.The song follows the Nile as a river of memory, beauty, loss and contradiction: a life-giver, but also a force that can take away what it once nourished. Through the story of Kamau, it becomes a poetic reflection on childhood, fragile hope, and the emotional landscape carried by a river that is both kind and cruel.Inspired by East African storytelling traditions and shaped along the Wild Atlantic Way in West Cork, The Nile's Bittersweet Song is a mythopoetic musical journey about water, grief, resilience, and the deep human longing to keep moving with the current.Inspired by East African storytelling traditions and shaped along the Wild Atlantic Way in West Cork, The Nile's Bittersweet Song is a mythopoetic musical journey about water, grief, resilience, and the deep human longing to keep moving with the current.WAW BandcampSilent NightIn a world shadowed by conflict and unrest, we, Dirk Schlömer & Detlef Schlich, felt compelled to reinterpret 'Silent Night' to reflect the complexities and contradictions of modern life.https://studiomuskau.bandcamp.com/track/silent-nightWild Atlantic WayThis results from a trip to West Cork, Ireland, where the beautiful Coastal "Wild Atlantic Way" reaches along the whole west coast!https://studiomuskau.bandcamp.com/track/wild-atlantic-wayYOU TUBE*Silent Night Reimagined* A Multilayered Avant-Garde Journey by WAW aka Dirk Schlömer & Detlef Schlichhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dAbytLSfgCwDetlef SchlichInstagramDetlef Schlich ArTEEtude I love West Cork Artists FacebookDetlef Schlich I love West Cork Artists Group ArTEEtudeYouTube Channelsvisual PodcastArTEEtudeCute Alien TV official WebsiteArTEEtude Detlef Schlich Det Design Tribal Loop Download here for free Detlef Schlich´s Essay about the Cause and Effect of Shamanism, Art and Digital Culturehttps://www.researchgate.net/publication/303749640_Shamanism_Art_and_Digital_Culture_Cause_and_EffectSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/arteetude-a-podcast-with-artists-by-detlef-schlich/exclusive-content

Fluent Fiction - Italian: Piazza Navona Dreams: Luca's Artistic Awakening Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/it/episode/2026-05-30-22-34-01-it Story Transcript:It: Il sole splendeva alto sopra Piazza Navona, illuminando con i suoi raggi caldi le nobili fontane e l'architettura barocca.En: The sun was shining high above Piazza Navona, illuminating with its warm rays the noble fountains and baroque architecture.It: Era un giorno speciale per Luca, Giulia e Marco: la gita scolastica dell'arte, attesa con impazienza da settimane.En: It was a special day for Luca, Giulia, and Marco: the long-awaited school art trip.It: Luca camminava accanto a Giulia, sentendo il cuore battere forte.En: Luca walked beside Giulia, feeling his heart beat fast.It: "Giulia," disse, "non so se sono davvero bravo in quello che faccio."En: "Giulia," he said, "I don't know if I'm really good at what I do."It: Giulia sorrise dolcemente.En: Giulia smiled sweetly.It: "Sempre a dubitare di te stesso.En: "You always doubt yourself.It: Sei incredibile, Luca."En: You're amazing, Luca."It: Mentre si avvicinavano al centro della piazza, Luca vide Marco discutere con altri studenti accanto alla Fontana dei Quattro Fiumi.En: As they approached the center of the square, Luca saw Marco arguing with other students next to the Fontana dei Quattro Fiumi.It: Marco, con la sua solita aria di superiorità, sollevò lo sguardo verso Luca e accennò un sorriso ironico.En: Marco, with his usual air of superiority, lifted his gaze toward Luca and gave an ironic smile.It: "Ah, Luca," esclamò, "con l'arte non si guadagna un futuro, sai?"En: "Ah, Luca," he exclaimed, "you know you can't earn a future with art, right?"It: Luca fece finta di nulla, ma le parole di Marco colpirono nel segno.En: Luca pretended not to notice, but Marco's words hit home.It: Sentiva il peso delle aspettative familiari, tutte concentrate su carriere tradizionali, più sicure.En: He felt the weight of family expectations, all focused on more traditional, safer careers.It: Giulia lo prese per mano.En: Giulia took his hand.It: "Non ascoltarlo, qui è dove devi essere.En: "Don't listen to him, this is where you need to be.It: Guarda tutta questa bellezza."En: Look at all this beauty."It: Luca sospirò e guardò intorno, catturato dall'atmosfera vivace.En: Luca sighed and looked around, captivated by the lively atmosphere.It: Turisti fotografavano ogni angolo, artisti di strada dipingevano, immersi nel loro mondo di colori e musica.En: Tourists photographed every corner, street artists painted, immersed in their world of colors and music.It: Deciso a cercare risposte, Luca si sedette su una panchina e iniziò a disegnare.En: Determined to seek answers, Luca sat on a bench and began to draw.It: Disegnò la vita di Piazza Navona, ogni dettaglio frizzante e in movimento.En: He drew the life of Piazza Navona, every vibrant and moving detail.It: Quando il disegno fu finito, sentì una mano sulla spalla.En: When the drawing was finished, he felt a hand on his shoulder.It: Era la sua insegnante di arte, la signora Rossi.En: It was his art teacher, Signora Rossi.It: Lei osservò attentamente lo schizzo e sorrise.En: She observed the sketch attentively and smiled.It: "Luca, questo è magnifico.En: "Luca, this is magnificent.It: Hai catturato l'essenza della piazza.En: You've captured the essence of the square.It: Non dubitare del tuo talento."En: Don't doubt your talent."It: Le sue parole furono come miele per l'animo di Luca.En: Her words were like honey to Luca's soul.It: Tuttavia, Marco si avvicinò, scrutando il disegno.En: However, Marco approached, scrutinizing the drawing.It: "Pff, il tuo stile è vecchio, Luca.En: "Pff, your style is old-fashioned, Luca.It: Non arriverai lontano."En: You won't get far."It: Le parole di Marco provocarono una scintilla in Luca che, con fermezza, replicò: "Questa è la mia visione, Marco.En: Marco's words sparked something in Luca, who firmly replied: "This is my vision, Marco.It: Io credo in me stesso."En: I believe in myself."It: Fu la prima volta che Luca si espresse con tanto coraggio.En: It was the first time Luca expressed himself with such courage.It: Giulia, sempre al suo fianco, lo abbracciò.En: Giulia, always by his side, hugged him.It: "Ecco Luca!En: "That's the Luca I know!It: È così che devi parlare."En: That's how you should speak."It: La decisione era presa.En: The decision was made.It: Luca avrebbe seguito il suo cuore, nonostante le aspettative altrui.En: Luca would follow his heart, despite others' expectations.It: Sentì una nuova fiducia crescere dentro di lui, capace di superare le critiche di Marco e le incertezze.En: He felt a new confidence growing inside him, capable of overcoming Marco's criticisms and uncertainties.It: Avrebbe fatto domanda per la scuola d'arte, pronto a mostrare al mondo la sua prospettiva unica.En: He would apply to art school, ready to show the world his unique perspective.It: Con il primo giorno d'estate ormai alle porte e la Festa della Repubblica in arrivo, Luca respirò profondamente l'aria della piazza, sentendo per la prima volta la vera libertà.En: With the first day of summer almost here and the Festa della Repubblica approaching, Luca took a deep breath of the square's air, feeling true freedom for the first time.It: Insieme a Giulia, camminava tra la folla, sostituendo i dubbi con certezze.En: Together with Giulia, he walked through the crowd, replacing doubts with certainties.It: L'arte era la sua strada, e nessuno avrebbe potuto allontanarlo da ciò che lo rendeva felice.En: Art was his path, and no one could take him away from what made him happy. Vocabulary Words:the sun: il solethe square: la piazzathe fountain: la fontanathe gaze: lo sguardonoble: nobilithe expectation: l'aspettativatraditional: tradizionalithe careers: le carriereshining: splendevaillumining: illuminandobaroque: baroccaattentively: attentamentesuperiority: superioritàcaptivated: catturatoimmersed: immersito draw: disegnaremagnificent: magnificoto scrutinize: scrutareto approach: avvicinarsiwith firmness: con fermezzadoubts: dubbicertainty: certezzeunique: unicathe atmosphere: l'atmosferaaround: intornovibrant: vibrantecriticism: critichethe bench: la panchinathe teacher: l'insegnanteto spark: provocare una scintilla

Ep #114: Sheri Rush — a life in art, big paintings, and staying creatively alive (noseyAF Classic)Summary This one's for every artist who's ever wondered how to keep the fire going — through decades, through doubt, through life just getting in the way. Chicago-based painter Sheri Rush has been making art since childhood, and she brings a rare honesty to this conversation. We get into what it actually looks like to sustain a creative practice long-term, the residencies that changed her, how nature shows up in her work, and what's coming with her enchanted forest exhibition.Chapters:00:39 - Introduction to Memorial Day Weekend10:33 - Exploring the Artistic Journey19:40 - Transitioning Artistic Perspectives28:06 - The Impact of Art Residencies on Artistic Growth40:15 - The Upcoming Art Show and Its Themes45:34 - Exploring Liminality and Transformation in ArtWhat We Talk AboutHow Sheri has kept a painting practice alive from childhood all the way through a full careerWhat artist residencies actually do for you — and why they're more than just a studio vacationHer upcoming exhibition centered around enchanted forests (yes, it's as magical as it sounds)The art of taking critique without losing your voiceWorking big: the logistics and the feeling of large-scale paintingAll about Sheri Rush You're gonna love Sheri — she's a Chicago-based painter and total force of nature who's been deep in her craft her whole life. Her work lives at the intersection of landscape, memory, and big feelings on even bigger canvases.Sponsor Shoutout

Fluent Fiction - Dutch: From Emails to Easels: A Day of Artistic Revelation Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/nl/episode/2026-05-26-07-38-19-nl Story Transcript:Nl: De zon scheen vrolijk op Scheveningen Beach.En: The sun shone cheerfully on Scheveningen Beach.Nl: Het was Hemelvaartsdag, en de lucht was gevuld met een zachte golf van opwinding.En: It was Ascension Day, and the air was filled with a gentle wave of excitement.Nl: Gezinnen verzamelden zich op het gouden zand, kinderen bouwden zandkastelen en vliegers dansten hoog in de lucht.En: Families gathered on the golden sand, children built sandcastles, and kites danced high in the sky.Nl: Bram zette een grote parasol op, terwijl Saskia een picknickkleed uitspreidde.En: Bram set up a large parasol, while Saskia spread out a picnic blanket.Nl: Ze hadden van huis zelfgemaakte broodjes en fruitsap meegenomen.En: They had brought homemade sandwiches and fruit juice from home.Nl: "Bram, wanneer was de laatste keer dat je echt ontspannen hebt?"En: "Bram, when was the last time you really relaxed?"Nl: vroeg Saskia zachtjes.En: Saskia asked softly.Nl: Bram glimlachte, maar zijn gedachten waren bij de e-mails die hij nog moest beantwoorden.En: Bram smiled, but his thoughts were on the emails he still had to answer.Nl: "Vandaag ga ik proberen het anders te doen," besloot hij.En: "Today, I'm going to try to do it differently," he decided.Nl: Hij keek naar Thijs, zijn vijftienjarige zoon, die al met zijn telefoon bezig was.En: He looked at Thijs, his fifteen-year-old son, who was already busy with his phone.Nl: Bram zuchtte.En: Bram sighed.Nl: Hij miste de tijd dat Thijs enthousiast met hem speelde.En: He missed the time when Thijs enthusiastically played with him.Nl: "Thijs, wil je met me langs de kust wandelen?"En: "Thijs, do you want to walk along the coast with me?"Nl: vroeg Bram hoopvol.En: Bram asked hopefully.Nl: Thijs rolde met zijn ogen, maar stond schoorvoetend op.En: Thijs rolled his eyes but stood up reluctantly.Nl: "Oké, voor even dan," antwoordde hij.En: "Okay, just for a while then," he answered.Nl: Ze liepen in stilte, terwijl de koude golven hun voeten beroerden.En: They walked in silence as the cold waves touched their feet.Nl: Na een tijdje brak Bram het ijs.En: After a while, Bram broke the ice.Nl: "Vroeger schilderde ik," zei hij.En: "I used to paint," he said.Nl: Verbaasd keek Thijs op.En: Surprised, Thijs looked up.Nl: "Echt waar?"En: "Really?"Nl: Even verderop zagen ze een groep kunstenaars.En: A little further on, they saw a group of artists.Nl: Ze zaten dicht bij de pier, met ezels voor zich.En: They sat close to the pier, with easels in front of them.Nl: "Oh kijk, daar zijn kunstenaars!En: "Oh look, there are artists!Nl: Wil je even gaan kijken?"En: Do you want to take a look?"Nl: vroeg Bram opeens enthousiast.En: Bram asked suddenly, excited.Nl: Thijs knikte enigszins nieuwsgierig.En: Thijs nodded, somewhat curious.Nl: De kunstwerken waren prachtig, vol kleur en beweging.En: The artworks were beautiful, full of color and movement.Nl: Bram voelde een oude passie weer opwellen.En: Bram felt an old passion swell up again.Nl: "Ik zou willen dat ik dat weer kon doen," zei hij op zachte toon.En: "I wish I could do that again," he said softly.Nl: Tot zijn verrassing knikte Thijs naar het schilderij van een golvende zee.En: To his surprise, Thijs nodded towards the painting of a rolling sea.Nl: "Misschien kan ik het ook leren," antwoordde hij.En: "Maybe I can learn it too," he replied.Nl: Toen ze terugkeerden naar Saskia, had Bram een nieuw idee.En: When they returned to Saskia, Bram had a new idea.Nl: Ze zochten schelpen en tekenden figuren in het zand.En: They searched for shells and drew figures in the sand.Nl: Moeder keek glimlachend toe, terwijl vader en zoon samen aan het schetsen waren.En: Mother watched with a smile as father and son sketched together.Nl: Er was iets veranderd.En: Something had changed.Nl: Thijs was niet langer verveeld; hij was gefascineerd.En: Thijs was no longer bored; he was fascinated.Nl: En Bram?En: And Bram?Nl: Hij had gevonden wat hij zocht: een manier om zijn liefde voor schilderen te delen, samen met zijn zoon.En: He had found what he was looking for: a way to share his love for painting with his son.Nl: Ze speelden tot de zon begon te zakken en het strandkleed vol lag met schetsen van schelpen en zand.En: They played until the sun began to set, and the beach blanket was covered with sketches of shells and sand.Nl: Bram voelde zich gelukkig.En: Bram felt happy.Nl: Hij had een manier ontdekt om zijn passie nieuw leven in te blazen, een die hem dichter bij Thijs bracht.En: He had found a way to rekindle his passion, one that brought him closer to Thijs.Nl: Ze stopten even, bekeken hun werk en glimlachten.En: They paused for a moment, looked at their work, and smiled.Nl: De zee gaf zo veel inspiratie en het nieuwe schilderen deed ook hun relatie opbloeien.En: The sea offered so much inspiration, and the new painting also blossomed their relationship.Nl: Terwijl de avond naderde, pakten ze hun spullen in.En: As the evening approached, they packed up their things.Nl: Thijs stopte de schetsen in zijn rugzak.En: Thijs put the sketches in his backpack.Nl: "Dank je, pap," zei hij.En: "Thank you, dad," he said.Nl: Bram knikte en terwijl ze terug liepen naar Saskia, wist hij dat dit slechts het begin was van iets bijzonders.En: Bram nodded, and as they walked back to Saskia, he knew that this was just the beginning of something special.Nl: Tijd doorbrengen met zijn gezin was nu niet alleen een verplichting, het was een vreugde.En: Spending time with his family was now not just an obligation; it was a joy.Nl: Misschien zou hij zelfs weer gaan schilderen, en deze keer niet alleen.En: Maybe he would even start painting again, and this time not alone. Vocabulary Words:cheerfully: vrolijkascension: Hemelvaartgentle: zachteexcitement: opwindingspread: uitspreiddehomemade: zelfgemaaktereluctantly: schoorvoetendenthusiastically: enthousiastcoast: kustrelaxed: ontspannensilence: stiltereluctantly: schoorvoetendsurprised: verbaasdeasels: ezelsswollen: opwellenfascinated: gefascineerdrekindle: opnieuw aanwakkerenblossomed: opbloeienbackpack: rugzakpainting: schilderensketched: schetsenobligation: verplichtinginspiration: inspiratiegathered: verzamelensketches: schetsenpier: pierpassion: passiesandcastles: zandkastelensigh: zuchttegentle: zachte

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In Arteetude 335, Detlef Schlich and his AI Co-Host take listeners deep inside the making of the upcoming AfricaSmile video by WAW — not simply as a music video, but as a fragile negotiation between image, friendship, artistic responsibility and technological imagination.What began as a “quick visual accompaniment” slowly transformed into an unexpectedly emotional and philosophical journey. The episode explores the creative tensions between Detlef and Dirk Schlömer, the symbolic worlds of the White Nile and Blue Nile, the controversial removal of the original AI-generated “mythological beauty” figure, and the emergence of a new visual language built from floating tull fabrics, sediments, ritual movement and dissolving landscapes.At the centre lies the mysterious “zero” — the final number in the river countdown system running through the video from source to delta. Initially beautiful, later deconstructed, the zero becomes a symbol for disappearance, convergence, incompleteness and transformation.Detlef also reflects on his ritualistic nighttime working process as a “digital shaman”: candlelight, headphones, darkness and listening “between the lines” of the music in order to discover hidden emotional frequencies.Arteetude 335 becomes a meditation on:artistic friction,friendship,AI aesthetics,visual ethics,mythopoetic filmmaking,and the fragile possibility of hope inside a wounded world.The episode concludes with the video version of AfricaSmile — beginning not with the trumpet intro of the single version, but with the bubbling source of the White Nile itself.Detlef Schlich is a rock musician, podcaster, visual artist, filmmaker,ritual designer, and media archaeologist based in West Cork. He is recognised for his seminal work, including a scholarly examination of the intersections between shamanism, art, and digital culture, and his acclaimed video installation, Transodin's Tragedy. He primarily works in performance, photography, painting, sound, installations, and film. In his work, he reflects on the human condition and uses the digital shaman's methodology as an alter ego to create artwork. His media archaeology is a conceptual and practical exercise in uncovering the unique aesthetic, cultural, and political aspects of media in culture.WEBSITE LINKS WAW Official YouTube Channelhttps://www.youtube.com/@WAWBandFrom the forthcoming WAW albumThe Stories of Nil YoungTwo songs from WAW's developing album project The Stories of Nil Young — a mythopoetic journey along the Nile, where river, memory, loss, cooperation and hope flow into music.AfricaSmileAfricaSmile follows the Nile as an imagined journey from its sources to the Mediterranean Sea — a river of memory, movement, rhythm and myth.The song turns the meeting of the White Nile and the Blue Nile into a fragile image of cooperation. It is not a naïve peace anthem, but a wounded musical hope: two different currents meeting, listening, and still moving forward together.The Niles Bittersweet SongThe Nile's Bittersweet Song is the first official single by WAW / Wild Atlantic Way — Detlef Schlich and Dirk Schlömer.The song follows the Nile as a river of memory, beauty, loss and contradiction: a life-giver, but also a force that can take away what it once nourished. Through the story of Kamau, it becomes a poetic reflection on childhood, fragile hope, and the emotional landscape carried by a river that is both kind and cruel.Inspired by East African storytelling traditions and shaped along the Wild Atlantic Way in West Cork, The Nile's Bittersweet Song is a mythopoetic musical journey about water, grief, resilience, and the deep human longing to keep moving with the current.Inspired by East African storytelling traditions and shaped along the Wild Atlantic Way in West Cork, The Nile's Bittersweet Song is a mythopoetic musical journey about water, grief, resilience, and the deep human longing to keep moving with the current.WAW BandcampSilent NightIn a world shadowed by conflict and unrest, we, Dirk Schlömer & Detlef Schlich, felt compelled to reinterpret 'Silent Night' to reflect the complexities and contradictions of modern life.https://studiomuskau.bandcamp.com/track/silent-nightWild Atlantic WayThis results from a trip to West Cork, Ireland, where the beautiful Coastal "Wild Atlantic Way" reaches along the whole west coast!https://studiomuskau.bandcamp.com/track/wild-atlantic-wayYOU TUBE*Silent Night Reimagined* A Multilayered Avant-Garde Journey by WAW aka Dirk Schlömer & Detlef Schlichhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dAbytLSfgCwDetlef SchlichInstagramDetlef Schlich ArTEEtude I love West Cork Artists FacebookDetlef Schlich I love West Cork Artists Group ArTEEtudeYouTube Channelsvisual PodcastArTEEtudeCute Alien TV official WebsiteArTEEtude Detlef Schlich Det Design Tribal Loop Download here for free Detlef Schlich´s Essay about the Cause and Effect of Shamanism, Art and Digital Culturehttps://www.researchgate.net/publication/303749640_Shamanism_Art_and_Digital_Culture_Cause_and_EffectSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/arteetude-a-podcast-with-artists-by-detlef-schlich/exclusive-content

Fluent Fiction - Hebrew: Artistic Harmony: A Shavuot Collaboration in Tel Aviv Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/he/episode/2026-05-23-07-38-19-he Story Transcript:He: תל אביב, עיר שלא נרדמת, תמיד מלאה בהפתעות צבעוניות.En: Tel Aviv, a city that never sleeps, is always full of colorful surprises.He: האביב כבר פה, והשמש זוהרת מעל הסמטאות המלאות גרפיטי אומנותי ופינות חבויות.En: Spring is already here, and the sun shines over the alleys filled with artistic graffiti and hidden corners.He: זה היה יום מיוחד לקראת חג השבועות, חג הביכורים והקציר.En: It was a special day approaching the holiday of Shavuot, the holiday of first fruits and harvest.He: נעם, אמן צעיר ואמביציוזי, טייל ברחובות העיר.En: Noam, a young and ambitious artist, wandered the streets of the city.He: הוא חיפש קיר ייחודי לציור קיר הבא שלו, ציור שיבטא את רוח חג השבועות ויביא לידי ביטוי את שמעון שלו בטבע ובמסורת.En: He was looking for a unique wall for his next mural, a painting that would express the spirit of Shavuot and reflect his connection to nature and tradition.He: נעם רצה ליצור משהו בלתי נשכח.En: Noam wanted to create something unforgettable.He: באותו הזמן, טלי, חובבת צילום נלהבת, הסתובבה עם מצלמה ביד, אוספת רגעים של חיים עירוניים לפרויקט מקומי.En: At the same time, Tali, an enthusiastic photography enthusiast, roamed with a camera in hand, capturing moments of urban life for a local project.He: היא רצתה לתעד את הגיוון התרבותי של תל אביב, לחקור את הסיפורים החבויים מאחורי הצבעים.En: She wanted to document the cultural diversity of Tel Aviv, exploring the hidden stories behind the colors.He: הם נפגשו באלכסון, ברחוב קטן עם קיר שמיד לכד את עיניהם.En: They met diagonally on a small street with a wall that immediately caught their eyes.He: הקיר היה מושלם, עם רקע ישן ומורכב שמזכיר את העבר וההווה של העיר.En: The wall was perfect, with an old and complex background that reminded of the city's past and present.He: הם הסתכלו אחד על השנייה, בהתחלה בחיוך ואחר כך כאשר החלו להבין את הקונפליקט — שניהם רצו להשתמש באותו הקיר.En: They looked at each other, initially with a smile, and then as they began to understand the conflict—they both wanted to use the same wall.He: "אני חושב שאפשר לשלב בין האומנות שלי לצילומים שלך," הציע נעם תוך כדי מבט על המצלמה של טלי.En: "I think we can combine my art with your photos," Noam suggested, glancing at Tali's camera.He: "התוצאה יכולה להיות מדהימה.En: "The result could be amazing."He: "טלי עצרה לרגע, שקלה את זה, ובסופו של דבר חייכה.En: Tali paused for a moment, considered it, and eventually smiled.He: "זה רעיון מצוין, נעם.En: "That's an excellent idea, Noam.He: נקווה שזה באמת יעבוד.En: Let's hope it really works."He: "הם החלו לעבוד יחד.En: They began working together.He: נעם צייר בגוונים חמים של זהב וירוק שהזכירו ביכורי חיטה ופורי פרות.En: Noam painted in warm shades of gold and green, reminiscent of wheat sheaves and ripe fruits.He: טלי תפסה עם המצלמה את התהליך, מהצבע הראשון עד לציור המוגמר, תוך כדי שהיא מוסיפה נקודת מבט אישית, מחברת את התמונה עם סיפורים קטנים של העוברים והשבים.En: Tali captured the process with her camera, from the first color to the finished painting, while adding her personal perspective, connecting the image with small stories of passersby.He: ככל שהציור התקדם, הם גילו שהסגנונות שלהם משתלבים בהרמוניה.En: As the painting progressed, they discovered that their styles blended in harmony.He: אנשים החלו לעצור ולהתפעל מן היצירה שהתפתחה לנגד עיניהם.En: People began to stop and admire the work that developed before their eyes.He: הם סיפרו זה לזו על חוויות הקרובות אל סממני החג בתקופות חיים שונות, והרגישו איך הקיר הפך למקום של שיתוף.En: They shared personal experiences related to the holiday's themes from different life periods, feeling how the wall became a place of sharing.He: בערב חג השבועות, בקהילה המקומית, התקיים טקס הצגת היצירה.En: On the eve of Shavuot, in the local community, a ceremony was held to present the creation.He: הקיר הפך לאתר חגיגי ואפרתי, מלא באורחים שנהנו מהאמנות ומהצילום שהשתלבו יחד לסיפור מרהיב של תל אביב.En: The wall became a festive, lively site, full of guests who enjoyed the art and photography that merged together into a breathtaking story of Tel Aviv.He: המחמאות לא פסקו, ההערכה למאמץ המשותף הורגשה בכל פינה.En: Compliments were endless, and appreciation for the joint effort was felt everywhere.He: נעם למד את הערך שבעבודת צוות ובכוח היצירתי שיש בשיתוף פעולה.En: Noam learned the value of teamwork and the creative power of collaboration.He: טלי גילתה צד חדש באמנות, ולמדה להעריך את העומק שביטוי אישי דרך אומנות.En: Tali discovered a new side of art, learning to appreciate the depth of personal expression through art.He: הפקת האמנות המשותפת הפכה לסמל מלכד של תל אביב, וסימן את חג השבועות באור מיוחד, צבעוני ומעורר השראה.En: The joint art production became a unifying symbol of Tel Aviv, marking the holiday of Shavuot in a special, colorful, and inspiring light. Vocabulary Words:alleys: סמטאותgraffiti: גרפיטיcorners: פינותunique: ייחודיmural: ציור קירspirit: רוחtradition: מסורתcamera: מצלמהcultural: תרבותיdiversity: גיווןdiagonally: באלכסוןconflict: קונפליקטcombine: לשלבpause: לעצורconsidered: שקלהharmony: הרמוניהpassersby: עוברים והשביםsharing: שיתוףceremony: טקסcreation: יצירהfestive: חגיגיcompliments: מחמאותappreciation: הערכהteamwork: עבודת צוותcollaboration: שיתוף פעולהconnection: שמעוןenthusiast: חובבתperspective: נקודת מבטurban: עירוניambitious: אמביציוזיBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/fluent-fiction-hebrew--5818690/support.

Independent films and film festivals are thriving in Louisiana, and on this episode of Discover Lafayette, we welcome three passionate advocates helping shape the future of filmmaking across the state: Southern Screen Festival Founder and Executive Director Julie Bordelon; filmmaker and Director of Public Relations for the Baton Rouge Underground Film Festival, Jenika Kolacz; and Lafayette native Kelly Swift, Film Programming Director for Manship Theatre and Events Director for the Baton Rouge Underground Film Festival. The conversation explores Louisiana's growing independent film ecosystem, the importance of film festivals in building creative communities, and the realities filmmakers face trying to sustain careers in the state. Julie Bordelon, founder of Southern Screen Festival, reflects on how she entered the industry without formal film school training, learning production hands-on while working in Lafayette during the height of Louisiana's film production boom. “I had no clue what I was doing,” she says of her early days in production. “By the middle of the first film, I was a department head.” Bordelon later served as an entertainment liaison for the City of Lafayette, helping support Louisiana's tax incentive initiatives for film, music, and digital media before launching Southern Screen Festival nearly sixteen years ago. Southern Screen Festival was born out of a desire to create opportunities for local artists and filmmakers in Acadiana. “I pulled them all on to the board and started the Southern Screen Festival without knowing at all what I was doing,” Bordelon recalls. “Just trying to make a scene for us and for other artists and creatives.” In its 16th year, the festival will be held November 19-22, 2026. Learn more at Southern Screen. Today, Southern Screen Festival has evolved into a year-round, multidisciplinary arts organization that extends far beyond its annual November festival. The organization now presents film screenings, workshops, networking mixers, writing programs, pop-up events, live podcasts, and music showcases designed to strengthen Louisiana's creative economy and connect local artists with national industry professionals. Southern Screen Festival has become one of Louisiana's most respected independent arts festivals, attracting filmmakers, musicians, producers, writers, editors, and storytellers from around the world to downtown Lafayette every November. The four-day festival features international screenings, panels, workshops, live performances, parties, and filmmaker networking events designed to create what Bordelon calls “a festival for filmmakers and for artists.” The festival remains intentionally non-competitive, allowing filmmakers at every level to feel equally supported and accessible to one another. Over the years, Southern Screen Festival has welcomed an impressive lineup of industry guests, including Tom Kenny, editor Javier Marcheselli of “Blade Runner 2049” and “Dune,” “Family Guy” writer and actor Alex Borstein, and producer Monty Ross of “Malcolm X.” Bordelon explains that Southern Screen Festival intentionally creates opportunities for festival attendees to interact directly with accomplished industry professionals in workshops and conversations without barriers or gatekeepers. One of the festival's newest expansions is particularly exciting for Acadiana's growing animation community. Southern Screen Festival recently announced plans to partner with UL-Lafayette on a brand-new animation festival launching in April 2027. The event will feature curated animation screenings, educational panels, artist talks, and hands-on learning opportunities aimed at students, emerging creators, and animation fans of all ages. During the interview, Bordelon explains that the idea grew directly out of audience demand for more animation programming at Southern Screen Festival. Southern Screen's commitment to education also includes its expanding student film initiatives. The organization hosts student workshops and showcases for Acadiana students in grades six through twelve, encouraging young creatives to experiment with filmmaking while gaining exposure to professional industry environments. Bordelon also discussed her work through Create Louisiana, which provides grants, mentorship, and creative support to Louisiana filmmakers and artists statewide. The episode also shines a spotlight on the rapid rise of the Baton Rouge Underground Film Festival, known as BRUFF. Launched in 2025 at Manship Theatre in downtown Baton Rouge, the festival sold out its inaugural year and immediately established itself as a major gathering point for Louisiana's independent film community. The festival celebrates indie and genre-focused filmmaking while creating opportunities for networking, collaboration, and hands-on education. Kelly Swift describes BRUFF as “a film festival for filmmakers by filmmakers,” with programming that intentionally supports student filmmakers, first-time directors, emerging artists, and seasoned professionals equally. Last year's inaugural festival featured more than 50 independent films, educational panels, networking opportunities, workshops, and afterparties throughout downtown Baton Rouge. Organizers say one of the most rewarding aspects was watching filmmakers from Louisiana connect organically with artists visiting from Florida, Texas, Georgia, New York, California, and beyond. This year, the Baton Rouge Underground Film Festival will be held from August 27 – 30, 2026. Festival passes start at $30, with full access available for $75. Visit BRUFF for more information. Jenika Kolacz notes that BRUFF's mission goes beyond screenings. “We really want to celebrate independent filmmaking as a whole,” she explains, emphasizing the importance of creating spaces where filmmakers can collaborate, share resources, and build careers together. The festival's organizers also experimented this year with a free FilmFreeway submission day to eliminate financial barriers for filmmakers who might otherwise be unable to afford festival fees. The guests also discuss the broader challenges facing Louisiana's film industry, including fluctuating production levels, workforce sustainability, and the need to better support local filmmakers, not just outside productions utilizing Louisiana tax credits. “Those local filmmakers, those are the people we need to be supporting,” Bordelon says. Despite the challenges, the episode is ultimately an optimistic look at Louisiana's creative future. Whether through Southern Screen Festival's expansion into animation and year-round programming, or BRUFF's fast-growing grassroots momentum in Baton Rouge, all three guests emphasize the same goal: creating spaces where Louisiana filmmakers can collaborate, learn, experiment, and build sustainable creative careers right here at home. Learn more about Southern Screen, Baton Rouge Underground Film Festival, Manship Theatre, and Create Louisiana.

Send us Fan MailSend us Fan MailSend a textJensen is missing, so four of the five of us are here for a fun, straightforward (albeit shorter) episode on Models and Model Show trends in the hobby. Are artistic models ruling the roost in 2026, or do more realistic models own the day? Why? What are some of the factors that cause the hobby to lean one way or the other?Also, Scott talks about the Upcoming Rocky Mountain Expo being held this weekend May 22/23, 2026 in Salt Lake City, UT. Why is RME different and what are more of the core values that make it unique compared to other shows in the US?Remember to check out our YouTube page and our new regular video content at the Plastic Posse Podcast YouTube Page: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCP7O9C8b-rQx8JvxFKfG-Kw If you would like to become a Posse Outrider, and make a recurring monthly donation of $ 1 and up, visit us at www.patreon.com/plasticpossepodcast .Plastic Posse Podcast on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PlasticPossePlastic Posse Group on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/302255047706269Plastic Posse Podcast MERCH! : https://plastic-posse-podcast.creator-spring.com/Plastic Posse Podcast on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCP7O9C8b-rQx8JvxFKfG-KwOrion Paintworks (TJ): https://www.facebook.com/orionpaintworksJB-Closet Modeler (JB): https://www.facebook.com/closetmodelerThree Tens' Modelworks (Jensen): https://www.facebook.com/ThreeTensModelWorksRocky Mountain Expo: https://rockymtnhobbyexpo.com/SPONSORS:Tankraft: https://tankraft.com/AK Interactive: https://ak-interactive.com/Tamiya USA: https://www.tamiyausa.com/Micro World Games: https://mwg-hobbies.com/Bases By Bill: https://basesbybill.com/?srsltid=AfmBOoojwgAlnXwsJcB_SlYzeclVt9ZuIX3Fd18Ig9k5f4vyIYmihobbSupport the showSupport the show

Lustre is a new temporary exhibition that explores the Allied campaigns in Greece and Crete in 1941 through the works of contemporary artists who walked in their footsteps in 2025.Lustre Force was the code name for the combined Australian, New Zealand and British army units deployed to protect Greece from Nazi attack in 1941. The Allied defence of Greece was overwhelmed in three and a half weeks in April 1941 and in May, Crete fell to a Nazi airborne invasion in just ten days.To record those heroic but doomed campaigns, Australia and New Zealand sent war artists and a photographer. Eighty-five years later, artists from Australia and New Zealand retraced their footsteps, walking the battlefields and visiting the cemeteries where the men and women of Lustre Force and their German foe lie.Lustre showcases the impressions they made of the impact of that journey. Some of the images show that the land and its people have recovered over time; others reveal that some scars take longer to fade.The exhibition opens on 15 May 2026 and is in the Memorial's Auditorium on the Lower Floor. The Memorial is open every day, 9am to 5pm. Please note that access to the exhibition is dependent on the Auditorium's use for education and other programs, so we encourage you to call the Memorial in advance on (02) 8262 2900.Entry is freeArtists: Amanda Penrose Hart, Euan Mcleoud, Joanna Logue, Alan Daniel Jones, Deirdre Bean, Riste Andrievski, Angelika Androutsopolous, Michael Bradfield, Michelle Hiscock, Steve Lopes, Natalie OConnor and Rodney PopleHistorian: Brad Manera, the Senior Historian and Curator of the Anzac Memorial in Hyde Park, Sydney Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Fluent Fiction - French: France's Artistic Tech Revolution: A Startup's Global Leap Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/fr/episode/2026-05-19-07-38-19-fr Story Transcript:Fr: Le soleil brillait sur les pavés de Montmartre.En: The sun was shining on the cobblestones of Montmartre.Fr: Dans le studio d'art, Élodie se tenait devant une toile immense.En: In the art studio, Élodie stood in front of a huge canvas.Fr: Sa startup, "L'Art de l'Innovation", avait créé une technologie qui transformait l'art visuel en expérience interactive.En: Her startup, "L'Art de l'Innovation," had created a technology that transformed visual art into an interactive experience.Fr: Elle croyait fermement que cette invention devait briller au-delà des frontières françaises.En: She firmly believed that this invention should shine beyond French borders.Fr: Gabriel, son fidèle bras droit, étudiait leurs récents bilans financiers.En: Gabriel, her loyal right-hand man, was studying their recent financial statements.Fr: Il fronçait les sourcils.En: He frowned.Fr: "Élodie, et si ça ne marche pas ailleurs ?En: "Élodie, what if it doesn't work elsewhere?Fr: Le marché étranger est imprévisible," dit-il doucement.En: The foreign market is unpredictable," he said softly.Fr: Thibault, assis dans un coin avec son chevalet, était absorbé par son œuvre.En: Thibault, sitting in a corner with his easel, was absorbed in his work.Fr: Son esprit était rempli de visions artistiques qui transcendaient le matériel.En: His mind was filled with artistic visions that transcended the material.Fr: "L'art ne connaît pas de limites, Gabriel," murmura-t-il sans détourner les yeux de sa création.En: "Art knows no bounds, Gabriel," he murmured without taking his eyes off his creation.Fr: Élodie écoutait les deux, tiraillée.En: Élodie listened to both, torn.Fr: Elle voyait l'immense potentiel international de leur technologie.En: She saw the immense international potential of their technology.Fr: Mais elle comprenait aussi les craintes de Gabriel.En: But she also understood Gabriel's fears.Fr: Était-il sage de prendre un tel risque ?En: Was it wise to take such a risk?Fr: Le printemps enveloppait Paris de ses effluves de fleurs.En: Spring enveloped Paris with its fragrant flowers.Fr: À l'intérieur, le studio était un mélange de couleurs et de matériaux diversement assemblés, un carrefour de créativité brute.En: Inside, the studio was a mix of colors and materials diversely assembled, a crossroads of raw creativity.Fr: Cette ambiance dynamique inspirait Élodie.En: This dynamic atmosphere inspired Élodie.Fr: Le jour de l'exposition locale arriva.En: The day of the local exhibition arrived.Fr: Des artistes, critiques et investisseurs de différentes origines se pressaient dans le studio.En: Artists, critics, and investors of various backgrounds crowded into the studio.Fr: Élodie se tenait, droite, prête à défendre ses idées.En: Élodie stood tall, ready to defend her ideas.Fr: Elle fit une démonstration passionnée.En: She gave a passionate demonstration.Fr: Les écrans projetèrent des œuvres d'art qui prenaient vie.En: Screens projected works of art that came to life.Fr: Les murmures d'étonnement parcoururent la salle.En: Murmurs of astonishment spread through the room.Fr: Une ambiance électrique emplissait l'air.En: An electric atmosphere filled the air.Fr: Après la démonstration, Élodie prit la parole.En: After the demonstration, Élodie spoke.Fr: "Notre technologie unit l'art à la modernité.En: "Our technology unites art with modernity.Fr: Elle mérite une scène mondiale," dit-elle, déterminée.En: It deserves a global stage," she said resolutely.Fr: Les visiteurs étrangers hochaient la tête avec admiration, certains discutant déjà d'investissements.En: Foreign visitors nodded with admiration, some already discussing investments.Fr: Gabriel observait, ébloui par l'impact de leur travail.En: Gabriel watched, dazzled by the impact of their work.Fr: "Peut-être ai-je été trop prudent," admis-il à Élodie.En: "Perhaps I've been too cautious," he admitted to Élodie.Fr: Thibault, touché par l'accueil enthousiaste, comprenait enfin que l'art et le commerce pouvaient coexister harmonieusement.En: Thibault, moved by the enthusiastic reception, finally understood that art and commerce could coexist harmoniously.Fr: Cette soirée-là, tandis que les lumières de Paris brillaient à l'extérieur, Élodie, Gabriel et Thibault prirent une décision.En: That evening, as the lights of Paris shone outside, Élodie, Gabriel, and Thibault made a decision.Fr: Ensemble, ils allaient conquérir de nouveaux horizons.En: Together, they would conquer new horizons.Fr: La confiance en Élodie grandit, Gabriel commença à entrevoir les bénéfices des risques calculés, et Thibault enrichit sa vision artistique d'une touche entrepreneuriale.En: Confidence in Élodie grew, Gabriel began to see the benefits of calculated risks, and Thibault enriched his artistic vision with an entrepreneurial touch.Fr: Et ainsi, au cœur de Montmartre, une nouvelle ère s'ouvrit pour leur startup.En: And so, in the heart of Montmartre, a new era opened for their startup. Vocabulary Words:the cobblestones: les pavésthe canvas: la toilethe invention: l'inventionthe borders: les frontièresthe financial statements: les bilans financiersthe easel: le chevaletthe visions: les visionsthe material: le matérielthe bounds: les limitesthe spring: le printempsthe fragrances: les effluvesthe materials: les matériauxthe crossroads: le carrefourthe creativity: la créativitéthe exhibition: l'expositionthe backgrounds: les originesthe ideas: les idéesthe demonstration: la démonstrationthe screens: les écransthe life: la viethe astonishment: l'étonnementthe atmosphere: l'ambiancethe modernity: la modernitéthe stage: la scènethe admiration: l'admirationthe decision: la décisionthe confidence: la confiancethe benefits: les bénéficesthe era: l'èrethe startup: la startup

We're beginning a conversation with Michele Pouliot. Michele is best known as a dog trainer, but she also has a strong horse background. Beginning in 1974 Michele has been a professional guide dog instructor with the largest US guide dog school serving the blind. Before entering the guide dog field, she was a professional in the field of horse training, mentoring under Linda Tellington Jones and Wentworth Tellington. In 1972, Michele became active in training her first pet Labrador and became fascinated with the comparisons of how dogs and horses learn, stimulating her interest and pursuit in professional dog training. Michele has served as an International Assessor of guide dog school programs for the International Guide Dog Federation. She has completed assessments on guide dog schools in Norway, Austria, Czech Republic, France, Japan, Holland and Great Britain. Michele retired from Guide Dogs for the Blind after 42 years of service. During her last 16 years, she held the position of Director of Research and Development for programs at Guide Dogs for the Blind. In that position she transformed the training program to clicker training. Over her 40+ years of dog training, Michele has been responsible for bringing science based Clicker Training to guide dog training and promoting the expansion of Clicker Training internationally within the guide dog field. In her "hobby world", Michele has actively competed in both horse and dog sports since 1970. After successfully competing in dog obedience for 20 years, she moved into the new sport of agility in 1992. After much fun and success in agility with Labradors, English Springer Spaniels and even Great Danes, Michele took a break from dog sports to focus on her equine hobbies. In 2006, Michele became fascinated with the sport of canine musical freestyle and began a dog sport journey she continues to love. She has competed in canine musical freestyle with her English Springer spaniel, Cabo, Australian Shepherd, Listo and her young Springer spaniel Deja Vu. Michele thoroughly enjoys this artistic sport that combines the precision of obedience with trick behaviors and challenges her creative side through music and choreography. In 5 years in the sport, Michele has won 4 international competitions and attained 5 Championship Titles. In 2008 she received the first scores of double 10's (perfect scores) for Technical and Artistic in one routine in WCFO's Championship division (Perfect Dance Partners). She repeated this accomplishment at the 2009 International competition when all 3 judges awarded double 10's to her freestyle routine. To date Michele and Listo have earned 'double 10' scores a total of twenty-four times. Michele thoroughly enjoys the ongoing challenges in the sport of canine freestyle and the use of Clicker Training to achieve innovative and entertaining routines. In 2007, Karen Pryor invited Michele to join her faculty for Clicker Expo Conferences. At Clicker Expo, Michele presents on the application of clicker techniques for a variety of dog sports, general training, and for the training of guide dogs for the blind. Karen Pryor and Michele collaborated for the development of Michele's online freestyle course which is available from the Karen Pryor Academy. In this episode we begin a conversation that is centered around strategies used in competition where you have to develop long duration programs in which you are not allowed to use treats.

Fluent Fiction - Danish: Rainy Day Revelations: An Artistic Encounter in Copenhagen Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/da/episode/2026-05-15-22-34-01-da Story Transcript:Da: Søren stod i skulpturgalleriet på Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek.En: Søren stood in the sculpture gallery at Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek.Da: Regnen trommede mod det gamle tag.En: The rain drummed against the old roof.Da: Han betragtede de elegante statuer.En: He observed the elegant statues.Da: Skyggerne dansede let på de marmorerede gulve, skabt af forbipasserende skyer.En: Shadows danced lightly on the marble floors, created by passing clouds.Da: Den kølige luft var fyldt med historien.En: The cool air was filled with history.Da: Søren, en ung kunststuderende, søgte inspiration.En: Søren, a young art student, was seeking inspiration.Da: Hans tanker kredsede om hans næste projekt.En: His thoughts revolved around his next project.Da: Ved hans side stod Astrid.En: Beside him stood Astrid.Da: Hun var ny i København, flyttet fra en mindre by.En: She was new to Copenhagen, having moved from a smaller town.Da: Hun søgte en ny start og et sted at høre til.En: She was looking for a new beginning and a place to belong.Da: Mens regnen piskede udenfor, fandt Astrid ro blandt skulpturerne.En: While the rain lashed outside, Astrid found calm among the sculptures.Da: Hun elskede litteratur, men kunstfangede også hendes blik.En: She loved literature, but art also caught her eye.Da: Pludselig skete en misforståelse.En: Suddenly, a misunderstanding occurred.Da: Søren troede, Astrid betragtede den samme statue som ham.En: Søren thought Astrid was admiring the same statue as him.Da: "Kan du lide den?"En: "Do you like it?"Da: spurgte han forsigtigt, men hendes svar kom som en forvirrelse.En: he asked cautiously, but her response was bewildering.Da: "Undskyld, mente du bogen?"En: "Sorry, did you mean the book?"Da: sagde Astrid, antagende at han talte om den guide, hun holdt.En: said Astrid, assuming he was talking about the guide she was holding.Da: Ekkoet af pinlig stilhed endte, da Kirsten, museums kurator, nærmede sig.En: The echo of awkward silence ended when Kirsten, the museum curator, approached.Da: Kirsten havde bemærket de to unge.En: Kirsten had noticed the two young people.Da: Med et glimt i øjet sagde hun, "Denne statue har ofte inspireret kunstnere."En: With a twinkle in her eye, she said, "This statue has often inspired artists."Da: Hun efterlod dem med et smil og en aura af håb.En: She left them with a smile and an aura of hope.Da: Søren tog mod til sig.En: Søren gathered his courage.Da: "Jeg er kunststuderende," sagde han, og tilføjede, "denne statue er en fantastisk model.En: "I am an art student," he said, adding, "this statue is a fantastic model.Da: Hvad får du ud af den?"En: What do you get out of it?"Da: Astrid smilede let, lettet over den konstruktive vending.En: Astrid smiled slightly, relieved by the constructive turn.Da: "Der er noget ved hendes udtryk.En: "There's something about her expression.Da: Det er både stærkt og blidt."En: It's both strong and gentle."Da: De gik videre gennem hallen og delte tanker.En: They continued through the hall, sharing thoughts.Da: De opdagede en fælles favorit.En: They discovered a mutual favorite.Da: En gammel, men usædvanlig detalje fangede begge deres opmærksomhed.En: An old, yet unusual detail caught both their attention.Da: "Har du også altid elsket denne?"En: "Have you always loved this one too?"Da: spurgte Astrid ivrigt.En: Astrid asked eagerly.Da: "Ja, faktisk.En: "Yes, actually.Da: Dens form og historie... det er inspirerende," indrømmede Søren.En: Its form and history... it's inspiring," Søren admitted.Da: Da regnen stilnede af, følte Søren en ny ild brænde i sig.En: As the rain subsided, Søren felt a new fire burning within him.Da: Han inviterede Astrid til kaffe.En: He invited Astrid for coffee.Da: "Der er et hyggeligt sted tæt på.En: "There's a cozy place nearby.Da: Måske kan vi dele flere tanker der?"En: Maybe we can share more thoughts there?"Da: spurgte han usikkert.En: he asked uncertainly.Da: Astrid nikkede ivrigt.En: Astrid nodded eagerly.Da: Byen begyndte at føles som et hjem.En: The city began to feel like home.Da: På vej ud af museet kiggede Kirsten efter dem og så, hvordan kunst kunne bringe mennesker sammen.En: On their way out of the museum, Kirsten watched them and saw how art could bring people together.Da: Søren havde fundet sin muses inspiration igen, og Astrid begyndte at finde sin plads i København.En: Søren had found his muse's inspiration again, and Astrid began to find her place in Copenhagen.Da: Måske var det starten på noget smukt.En: Perhaps it was the start of something beautiful. Vocabulary Words:sculpture: skulpturgallery: gallerimarble: marmorclouds: skyerinspiration: inspirationbeginning: startbelong: høre tilmisunderstanding: misforståelsebewildering: forvirrelsecautiously: forsigtigtcurator: kuratortwinkle: glimtconstructive: konstruktiveexpression: udtrykaura: aurarelieved: letteteagerly: ivrigtawkward: pinlighistory: historiethoughts: tankerlashed: piskedero: calmmutual: fællesfire: ildcosy: hyggeligtpassing: forbipasserendeecho: ekkosubside: stilnede affantastic: fantastiskmodel: model

On this episode of In The Know, we highlight the power of creativity with special guests Briana Alrarez of the Comfort Zone Art Collective and Oniste Thomas and Imani Miller of the Haywire Dance Company. These talented artists share their personal journeys, what inspired their passion for the arts, and how their creative expressions continue to impact the community. From visual art to dance, the conversation dives into the dedication, challenges, and joy that come with pursuing what you love. This episode celebrates the importance of the arts as a form of expression, healing, and connection, while also shining a light on local creatives who are making a difference through their work. Tune in for an inspiring conversation filled with passion, purpose, and creativity. #InTheKnow #ArtCommunity #CreativeVoices #DanceAndArt #LocalArtists #CommunityImpact #ArtMatters #FortWayneCreatives

Welcome back to When Words Fail, Music Speaks, the podcast that explores the healing power of music with the people who live it every day. In today's episode, host James Cox sits down with a true musical chameleon – Jeff Young, the former Megadeth guitarist whose story stretches far beyond the thrash‑metal spotlight.From the gritty rehearsal rooms of Boston to the buzzing festivals of Canada, Jeff recounts life on the road with Kings of Thrash, the frantic pace of touring, and the unforgettable moments that make every gig feel like a trip back to 1987. He dives deep into his formative years at the Guitar Institute of Technology, where legends such as Frank Gambale, Steve Morris, and Tommy Tedesco shaped his education, and reflects on how formal training both sharpened his technique and challenged his creative instincts.The conversation quickly widens, tracing Jeff's love for funk in Dayton, his immersion in Brazilian rhythms and flamenco, and his reverence for jazz greats like Frank Gambale and Scott Henderson. He shares the story behind his newest record, Revolutions – a labor‑of‑love analog project recorded on two‑inch tape, a statement against the digital overwhelm of today's music world.Listeners will also get insider anecdotes about missed opportunities (a David Lee Roth gig, a Steve Vai invitation), the tragedy and triumph of Jason Becker's legacy, and how Jeff's eclectic palette—rock, jazz, classical, world music—continues to evolve.Stay tuned as we unpack the myth, the music, and the man behind the metal, and discover why Jeff Young's voice is far more than a riff—it's a bridge between genres, cultures, and generations.Grab your headphones, let the vibes lift your frequency, and remember: when words fail, music speaks.

Well, the would feel artistic if art were a real thing. So that means they do, I think

Fluent Fiction - French: Élise's Brush with Montmartre: A Fresh Artistic Perspective Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/fr/episode/2026-05-10-07-38-19-fr Story Transcript:Fr: Les rayons du soleil printanier baignaient Montmartre d'une lumière dorée, illuminant les pavés et les façades anciennes.En: The rays of the spring sun bathed Montmartre in a golden light, illuminating the cobblestones and ancient façades.Fr: Élise, une jeune artiste pleine de rêves, cheminait entre les stands des peintres de rue.En: Élise, a young artist full of dreams, walked among the stands of the street painters.Fr: Elle avait installé son chevalet tôt ce matin-là, espérant capter l'effervescence des lieux pour son prochain tableau.En: She had set up her easel early that morning, hoping to capture the vibrancy of the place for her next painting.Fr: Les cerisiers en fleurs embaumaient l'air, tandis que des touristes flânaient, admirant l'art exposé sur chaque coin de rue.En: The cherry blossoms fragranced the air, while tourists strolled, admiring the art displayed on every street corner.Fr: Mais Élise se sentait dépassée.En: But Élise felt overwhelmed.Fr: Les couleurs éclatantes et les toiles réussies des autres artistes la faisaient hésiter, songeant qu'elle ne pourrait jamais égaler tant de talent.En: The bright colors and successful canvases of the other artists made her hesitate, thinking she could never match such talent.Fr: Elle cherchait désespérément un sujet unique pour sa peinture, quelque chose qui raconterait l'histoire de ce quartier bohème d'une manière qu'aucun autre n'avait fait.En: She was desperately seeking a unique subject for her painting, something that would tell the story of this bohemian neighborhood in a way that no other had done.Fr: De l'autre côté de la place, Lucien, un marchand d'art connu pour son flair, observait silencieusement.En: Across the square, Lucien, an art dealer known for his insight, watched silently.Fr: Ayant déjà vu tant de jeunes tenter leur chance, il restait sceptique face aux nouveautés.En: Having already seen many youngsters try their luck, he remained skeptical of the new.Fr: Toutefois, quelque chose chez Élise attira son attention.En: Yet, something about Élise caught his attention.Fr: Était-ce son énergie débordante ou sa manière de scruter Montmartre comme si elle découvrait un trésor caché ?En: Was it her overflowing energy or her way of scrutinizing Montmartre as if discovering a hidden treasure?Fr: Élise prit enfin son courage à deux mains et rejoignit Lucien.En: Élise finally mustered her courage and approached Lucien.Fr: Elle lui demanda conseil, espérant que son expérience pourrait l'aider.En: She asked him for advice, hoping his experience could help her.Fr: Lucien, d'abord réticent, finit par accepter de lui accorder un peu de son temps.En: Lucien, initially reluctant, eventually agreed to give her some of his time.Fr: « Cherche ce qui te touche vraiment », dit-il simplement.En: "Look for what truly moves you," he said simply.Fr: Mais É lise se sentait toujours perdue.En: But Élise still felt lost.Fr: Elle marcha encore, se laissant guider par l'atmosphère palpitante, jusqu'à trouver un coin tranquille, à l'écart de l'agitation.En: She walked further, letting the vibrant atmosphere guide her, until she found a quiet corner, away from the hustle and bustle.Fr: Là, elle installa son chevalet.En: There, she set up her easel.Fr: Lentement, le bruit de la foule devint une douce mélodie, et soudain, l'inspiration éclata.En: Slowly, the noise of the crowd became a gentle melody, and suddenly, inspiration burst forth.Fr: Elle se mit à peindre, capturant la douceur d'un rire lointain, le chuchotement du vent à travers les fleurs, et surtout, sa propre vision de Montmartre.En: She began to paint, capturing the softness of a distant laugh, the whisper of the wind through the flowers, and most importantly, her own vision of Montmartre.Fr: Lucien, intrigué par sa persistance, l'observa.En: Lucien, intrigued by her persistence, watched her.Fr: À mesure que les formes et les couleurs prenaient vie sous ses yeux, il ressentit de l'émerveillement.En: As the shapes and colors came to life before his eyes, he felt wonder.Fr: Élise avait trouvé une façon unique de capturer l'âme du quartier.En: Élise had found a unique way to capture the soul of the neighborhood.Fr: Il fut captivé par la fraîcheur qu'elle apportait.En: He was captivated by the freshness she brought.Fr: Enfin, Lucien décida d'exposer son travail dans sa galerie.En: Finally, Lucien decided to exhibit her work in his gallery.Fr: Il vit en elle le regard neuf et la passion vibrante qui manquaient chez d'autres.En: He saw in her the fresh outlook and vibrant passion that others lacked.Fr: Élise, avec cette opportunité, reprit confiance en elle.En: Élise, with this opportunity, regained her confidence.Fr: Elle comprit que son style, bien qu'encore à affiner, avait une voix propre et suffisait pour toucher les cœurs.En: She understood that her style, although still to be refined, had its own voice and was enough to touch hearts.Fr: Le vent léger emporta le parfum des fleurs, accompagnant les pensées de Lucien.En: The gentle wind carried the scent of the flowers, accompanying Lucien's thoughts.Fr: Il se rappela pourquoi il était tombé amoureux de l'art.En: He remembered why he had fallen in love with art.Fr: Élise, elle, réalisa que parfois, pour voir une muse, il suffit de regarder avec son cœur.En: Élise realized that sometimes, to see a muse, you just need to look with your heart.Fr: Leurs vies, en cet instant, prenaient un nouveau tournant sous le ciel de Paris, parsemé de promesses colorées.En: Their lives, at that moment, took a new turn under the Paris sky, sprinkled with colorful promises. Vocabulary Words:the rays: les rayonsspring: printaniercobblestones: les pavésthe façade: la façadethe easel: le chevaletvibrancy: l'effervescencethe cherry blossoms: les cerisiers en fleursoverwhelmed: dépasséehesitate: hésiterthe canvas: la toilethe insight: le flairthe treasure: le trésormuster: prendre à deux mainsaway from: à l'écart dethe hustle and bustle: l'agitationscrutinizing: scruterfelt lost: se sentait perduethe whisper: le chuchotementpersistence: la persistancewonder: l'émerveillementcaptivated: captivéthe freshness: la fraîcheurto exhibit: exposerthe artwork: le travailconfidence: la confiancethe opportunity: l'opportunitéto touch: touchergained confidence: repris confiancethe muse: la musepromises: les promesses

If you're an artist, when would you like recognition to strike? Do you want it to be in your lifetime, only to be forgotten decades after your death? Or do you want to remain undiscovered, with your story potentially echoing for centuries after you've been discovered posthumously? These are some of the thorny questions Dan and Elizabeth consider in this episode about artistic failure. Together, they trace the stories of artists whose lives don't neatly match up with the reputations their works have gathered: French writer George Sand, and the painters Vincent Van Gogh, and Artemisia Gentileschi. Each artist presents a differing experience of the kaleidoscope that is artistic failure: Van Gogh and Gentileschi suffered great personal anguish yet have given the world canonical paintings, while Sand was one of the most popular novelists of the 19th century – only to be cast out of the canon in the next century. So what would you rather: Acclaim now, or acclaim posthumously? – As always, Dan's royal favourites can chime in anytime on the royal court on Patreon at patreon.com/thisishistory. And don't forget to listen to this season's accompanying bonus episodes for this miniseries, where Dan and Producer Al are dissecting the biggest historical failures as submitted by the royal favourites. In this episode, they discuss a potential research fail about Battle of Hastings, what happens when failure is lost in translation, and what American Reconstruction can teach us about historical failure. – A Sony Music Entertainment production. Find more great podcasts from Sony Music Entertainment at sonymusic.com/podcasts To bring your brand to life in this podcast, email podcastadsales@sonymusic.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices –– Presented by Dan Jones and Elizabeth Day Producer - Alan Weedon Senior Producer - Dominic Tyerman Researcher - Phoebe Joyce Executive Producer - Louisa Field Executive Producer - Dan Jones Executive Producer for Daylight Productions - Elizabeth Day Production Manager - Jen Mistri Production Coordinator - Eric Ryan Head of content - Chris Skinner Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First up in Filmspotting’s Dissident Cinema Marathon, Adam and Josh discuss Charlie Chaplin’s 1940 satire The Great Dictator. They explore how comedy becomes a weapon against fascism, the film’s surprising prescience and moral clarity, and the risks Chaplin took by calling out authoritarian power before much of the world was willing to do so. Links: -Filmspotting Marathons https://www.filmspotting.net/marathons Feedback: -Email us at feedback@filmspotting.net⁠⁠ -⁠⁠⁠⁠Ask Us Anything⁠⁠⁠⁠ and we might answer your question in bonus content. Support: -Join the Filmspotting Family for bonus episodes and archive access.https://filmspottingfamily.com -Filmspotting Shop for T-shirts and more.https://www.filmspotting.net/shop⁠⁠⁠ Follow: -Watch Filmspotting on YouTube: https://youtube.com/filmspotting -Adam/Filmspotting: Letterboxd | Instagram | Facebook | Bluesky -Josh/LarsenOnFilm: Letterboxd | Instagram | Facebook | BlueskySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In Episode 31 of High Stakes, Tracey Devlyn sits down with USA Today bestselling author Ande Pliego to discuss her new thriller, THE LIBRARY AFTER DARK—a chilling locked-door mystery that blends dark fairytales, a spooky library, and an untrustworthy ensemble cast. “A locked-library bloodbath laced with dark romance and secrets.” — Ryan Pote, author of Blood and Treasure Author's Website: https://AndePliego.com Show Notes: https://traceydevlyn.com/podcast Love this episode? Rate it ⭐️ Thumbs Up

William Sarradet and Nicholas Frank discuss recent books they have read, including books on Victorian glass, costume designing, queer heroes, what it means to live an artistic life, and more. “I like the idea that we need to be cognizant of how interwoven virtual space and material space have become in our lives... I love to have books on my shelf that I can draw from repeatedly over time... I love libraries, but I hate having to give the books back.” See related readings here: https://glasstire.com/2026/05/03/art-dirt-what-were-reading-craft-arts-an-artistic-life/ If you enjoy Glasstire and would like to support our work, please consider donating. As a nonprofit, all of the money we receive goes back into our coverage of Texas art. You can make a one-time donation or become a sustaining, monthly donor here: https://glasstire.com/donate

The CIIIC is the Creative Industries Immersive Impact Coalition based out of the Netherlands, which will be spending about €200 Million in Public Funding over the next five years. It is a really exciting development in Europe that is promoting the development of Immersive Experiences (which they abbreviate IX). They will be cultivating knowledge and methods of experiential design, developing immersive talent and human capital, cultivating immersive ecosystem and facilities, catalyzing innovation via various projects, and creating an over synergy across all of their efforts. For a comprehensive recap of CIIIC and what they're doing, then also be sure to check out the CIIIC section starting on page 62 of the extensive 121-page IDFA DocLab Think Tank Report that I wrote, which was recently published on April 21, 2026. I provide a bit more context to this report in the intro and outro of this episode, which is an oral history interview with CIIIC Program Director Heleen Rouw at UnitedXR in December. This conversation forms the basis for that section, but also has some additional updates on their various efforts including: Artistic & Design Research for Immersive Experiences (ADRIE) (5 projects) Phase I of Innovation Impact Challenge: IX in Urban Development (17 projects) Phase II Innovation Impact Challenge: IX in Urban Development (10 projects) The "Shared Realities" consortium is part of the initial ADRIE cohort, which includes a collaboration between IDFA DocLab, Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences, MIT Open Documentary Lab, PHI, ARTIS Planetarium, and a number of XR studios based in the Netherlands including POPKRAFT, Polymorf, Studio Biarritz, WeMakeVR, ALLLESSS (Ali Eslami), Ado Ato Pictures (Tamara Shogaolu), and Cassette (Nu:Reality). Be sure to check out episode #1697 to hear more about how the Shared Realities initiative will be facilitating experiential designers and artists collaborating with researchers to see if immersive art can help to revitalize civic society. This interview with Rouw provides an overview of the CIIIC, how they're defining "immersive" to be much broader than any single technology, and why they think immersive will be the next big wave of innovation that can help promote public interest values. This is a listener-supported podcast through the Voices of VR Patreon. Music: Fatality

10. Guest: Andrew Graham-Dixon. Dixon investigates Vermeer's artistic origins, proposing Gerard ter Borch as his teacher based on archival documents. He notes that Vermeer was fatherless at twenty and likely viewed his master as a father figure. The discussion emphasizes that Vermeer's training occurred outside of Delft, contributing to his sophisticated and subtly lit style. 101665 SOUTH HOLLAND

- Guest: Mistah Coles - Artist/Educator/ Community ActivistFollow/Contact on YouTube ​⁠​⁠ On IG , Fb @MistahColes —OneMicNite Podcast with Marcos Luis** -In this powerful and historically grounded episode, host Marcos Luis sits down with artist, educator, and community activist Mistah Coles to discuss #FreedomWalk—an upcoming cultural event tracing the chronological pathway of the Underground Railroad and honoring the legacy of Harriet Tubman, one of the most courageous freedom fighters in American history. -Together, they explore how art, activism, and historical memory intersect to keep this essential story alive for new generations.