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In this week's conversation between Dr. James Emery White and co-host Alexis Drye, they discuss a new Pew Research study that was conducted with participants from three dozen countries, reflecting a wide range of religious traditions. The findings showed that not only is belief in life after death widespread, but so is a belief in spirits. The majority of adults in most countries believe that animals and parts of nature can have spirits or spiritual energies - think mountains or rivers or trees. This begs the question: what is a spirit, at least as defined by those who believe in them? Is this the same thing as a soul? And what about ghosts? Episode Links The podcast recently looked at a topic related to life after death, specifically the occurrence of near-death experiences. You can find that episode HERE. And as Alexis mentioned, this is not the first time that the podcast has delved into the spiritual realm. We'd encourage you to go back and listen to these past episodes if you missed them: CCP11: On Wicca, CCP58: On Your Horoscope and Starbucks, and CCP77: On Angels. Dr. White discussed the importance of having a sound understanding of Christian theology when it comes to things related to the spirit and the soul, particularly the knowledge of what it means to be made in the image of God. There is a fantastic course offered through Church & Culture called “Theology on Tap,” exploring answers Christians give to questions people have about God and all things related to God. You can find out more about that course HERE. Finally, there are two series we suggest you check out that were delivered by James Emery White at Mecklenburg Community Church. The first is called “Paranormal” looking at the world of the occult and the map of our spiritual world. The second is called “So What's the Difference?,” which took a look at the key differences between Christianity and the religions of the world. As Dr. White said, in today's culture the younger generations seem to think that they are following the beliefs of the Christian faith while in reality, they are simply picking and choosing the parts of all the world's religions they like the best. For those of you who are new to Church & Culture, we'd love to invite you to subscribe (for free of course) to the twice-weekly Church & Culture blog and check out the Daily Headline News - a collection of headlines from around the globe each weekday. We'd also love to hear from you if there is a topic that you'd like to see discussed on the Church & Culture Podcast in an upcoming episode. You can find the form to submit your questions at the bottom of the podcast page HERE.

А ви б продали свою квартиру, щоб збудувати зал для вуличних танців та паркуру? У сьомому епізоді Street Culture Podcast «Міста» Рівне. Ми говоримо про ризики й рішення, про вуличну культуру, яка проростає у кожному дворі, якщо вчасно дати їй простір. У студії – Вікторія Мартинюк, засновниця Центру вуличних культур у Рівному No Name Crew, педагогиня, танцівниця, менеджерка. Це історія людини, яка із тепличної дівчинки з York (так, це район у Рівному, на місцевому слензі) виростає в лідерку свого міста, яка не боїться брати відповідальність і будувати студію, коли в кишені було лише 500 грн і реп в навушниках. Як із підліткового життя вирватися у драйв хіп-хопу? Чому назви районів іноді звучать крутіше за міста? Що змушує кидати стабільну роботу в банку, щоб вести тренування за 20 км від дому? Як народжується центр вуличних культур і на що здатна одна ідея, якщо підкріпити її хоробрістю? Цей випуск – про сміливість бути собою. Про те, як No Name Crew стає базою для сотень дітей. Про те, як York у Рівному створює свою карту культури, де street – це не просто слово з назви. Цей епізод – частина освітнього процесу Street Culture Academy, який ми записали разом з її учасниками, щоб зафіксувати їхній досвід і рефлексії в контексті стріт-культури рідних міст. Наша незмінна локація – Urban Camp Lviv. П'ятий епізод – не про туристичний Харків, а про той, який живе у дворах, на стінах і в серцях тих, хто тут качає. Слухайте на Apple podcasts, Spotify, SoundCloud і MEGOGO Audio. Новий сезон подкасту про вуличну культуру України творимо спільно зі Street Culture, uabreaking та New Democracy Fund. Дізнавайтесь, як брейкінг, графіті, хіп-хоп та стріт-арт змінювали обличчя міст і творили нові ком'юніті.

A lot is going on at Able Shepherd! In this episode Jimmy is joined by Tyler Weinischke, Able Shepherd #266 as they discuss the events that surrounded Easter weekend, the attacks being seen on families, and some new gear getting ready to release at Able Shepherd HQ!   Subscribe for more episodes on protector culture, leadership, and resilience!   Who's Jimmy Graham? Jimmy spent over 15 years in the US Navy SEAL Teams earning the rank of Chief Petty Officer (E7). During that time, he earned certifications as a Sniper, Joint Tactical Air Controller, Range Safety Officer for Live Fire, Dynamic Movement and Master Training Specialist. He also served for 7 years as an Operator and Lead Instructor for an Elite Federal Government Protective Detail for High-Risk and Critical environments, to include; Kirkuk, Iraq, Kabul, Afghanistan, Beirut, Lebanon and Benghazi, Libya. During this time he earned his certification for Federal Firearms Instructor, Simunition Scenario Qualified Instructor and Certified Skills Facilitator. Jimmy has trained law enforcement on the Federal, State, and Local levels as well as Fire Department, EMS and Dispatch personnel. His passion is to train communities across the nation in order to enhance their level of readiness in response to active shooter situations.   Make sure you subscribe and stay tuned to everything we are doing. Want to get more training? - https://ableshepherd.com/ Need support? https://able-nation.org/ Follow us on: Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/ableshepherd Instagram - ​​https://www.instagram.com/ableshepherd/ Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/@ableshepherd

In this week's conversation between Dr. James Emery White and co-host Alexis Drye, they take time to discuss all things related to the pope in light of the recent death of Pope Francis at the age of 88. He served as the head of the Catholic Church for 12 years, and his death certainly sparked a media storm. So this episode takes time to explore the history of the office of the pope, how future popes are elected through the process of the conclave, and more. Episode Links Dr. White mentioned the attention that the 2024 movie Conclave, has been getting, particularly since Pope Francis passed away. Holly Meyer wrote an article recently for Associated Press News titled, “So you saw ‘Conclave' the movie. Here's what it got right – and wrong – about real-life conclaves.” You can read that article HERE. And then, if this episode sparked an interest in learning more about the papacy, here are a number of articles we'd suggest you check out: “What are the Catholic Church's rites after the death of a pope and the election of a new one?” Los Angeles Times. Russell Moore, “A US Evangelical Considers Pope Francis,” Christianity Today. Olivia B. Waxman, “Pope Francis, the ‘World's Parish Priest' Who Led in an Era of Crisis, Dies at 88,” Time. Joel Hodge and Antonia Pizzey, “Pope Francis has died, aged 88. These were his greatest reforms – and controversies,” The Conversation. Thomas Reese, “Why the synod on synodality is confusing to American Catholics,” National Catholic Reporter. “Sede vacante: What happens now, and who is in charge?” The Pillar. Greta Cross, “Conclave smoke: What black and white smoke signal during election of a new pope,” USA Today. Colleen Barry, “Tens of thousands file into St. Peter's Basilica to pay final respects to Pope Francis,” AP News. Ross Douthat, “Can the Catholic Church Quit the Culture Wars?” The New York Times. Marc Ramirez, “Pope Francis was the first Jesuit pope of the Catholic Church. What is a Jesuit?” USA Today. Matthew Walther, “The Real Legacy of Pope Francis,” The Atlantic. Brian McGill & Marcus Walker, “Picking a Pope: Inside the World's Most Secretive Election,” The Wall Street Journal. For those of you who are new to Church & Culture, we'd love to invite you to subscribe (for free of course) to the twice-weekly Church & Culture blog and check out the Daily Headline News - a collection of headlines from around the globe each weekday. We'd also love to hear from you if there is a topic that you'd like to see discussed on the Church & Culture Podcast in an upcoming episode. You can find the form to submit your questions at the bottom of the podcast page HERE.

Учора – історія, завтра – таємниця, сьогодні – це дарунок. Як виглядав брейкінг у 2000-х? Чим Луцьк став точкою входу в хіп-хоп для майбутнього артиста? Як респекти на районі здобувалися через «фрізи», а не через кулаки? В одинадцятому епізоді другого сезону Street Culture Podcast ловимо олдскульний вайб разом із B-boy Sharky-D ака Дмитром Монатіком – тим самим MONATIK, який до стадіонів прокачував DBS Crew і вчив muchmills на асфальті без базового елемента павермува windmill, просто на впертості, щоб довести, що це можливо! Він виріс на вуличному споті драмтеатру, VHS касетах з корейського Power Moves і секонд-хендах, де полювали на Nike Cortez та Adidas Superstar. Дмитро згадує, як формувалася вулична культура в Луцьку, як виглядали перші тренування без тренерів, як VHS змінювали життя і як після зламаної щелепи на районі не здатися, а продовжити відпрацьовувати headspin у лікарняній палаті, і ще й кайф ловити. Це не перебільшення – це Луцьк, 40-й район, початок 2000-х. Поїхали! У цьому епізоді: Як виглядали перші трені в «Сучаснику» і чому шнурки в суперстарах були важливіші за оцінки в школі? Хто такі DBS і Ground Beat і чим вони різнилися у стилі? Чому пацани з Луцька боялись не двійок, а гопників, які чекали біля ДК після батла? Як Харків на батлах розривав, а «Торнадо Крю» з Сум зарядили на форму для crew? А ще згадуємо нову спільну роботу MONATIK, OTOY та Street Culture – кліп «I.D.», який став маніфестом вуличної культури і стрит спорту. Відео зняте в Urban Park на ВДНГ за участі українських атлетів, які представляють Україну на Олімпійських іграх у вуличних видах спорту та хіп-хоп ком'юніті. Apple podcasts, Spotify, SoundCloud і MEGOGO Audio – клікайте туди, де зручно! Підписуйтесь, коментуйте, слухайте. Подкаст про вуличну культуру України творимо спільно з Street Culture & uabreaking & ГО «Алгоритм дій» та Єгором Матюхіним. Дізнавайтесь, як творилась брейкінг історія та як з тренувань у спальному районі брейкінг став олімпійською дисципліною та виховав видатних артистів української культури.

In this week's conversation between Dr. James Emery White and co-host Alexis Drye, they discuss how just a few weeks ago YouTube celebrated its 20th anniversary. Few could have imagined that a 19-second video of a man looking at elephants at the San Diego Zoo could have led to the creation of a global media powerhouse. With 20 billion videos having been uploaded to date, we thought it was fitting to discuss the countless ways that YouTube has revolutionized media and our culture. Episode Links In today's episode, Dr. White shared a ton of facts and figures on YouTube related to its history, its growth and where it's headed in the future. Here are a collection of articles and blogs that we'd encourage you to take a look at if you're interested in learning more or finding any stats that were shared today: Wendy Lee, “YouTube turns 20 years old. How it changed TV as we know it,” Los Angeles Times. Todd Spangler, “YouTube Says It Now Hosts More Than 20 Billion Videos, Unveils New Features and Easter Eggs in 20th Birthday Celebration,” Variety. Dade Hayes, “YouTube's Revenue Will Top Disney's This Year As It Becomes “The Home For All Things Video”, Analyst Says,” Deadline. James Hardy, “Who Invented YouTube: The Visionaries Behind the Digital Revolution,” History Cooperative. Viraj Mahesh, “20 ways we're celebrating two decades of YouTube,” YouTube Official Blog. “YouTube” 1440. If you're interested in checking out YouTube's first video ever posted, you can click HERE to watch “Me at the Zoo.” And you can click HERE to check out the most-viewed videos of all time on YouTube. And then Dr. White mentioned a recent news article discussing just how much people increasingly trust their peers and the type of content that they release on social media today. You can read “Gen Z increasingly listens to peers over doctors for health advice” found in Axios HERE. Finally, Dr. White turned the conversation to the takeaways for the church, and how we need to meet people where they are at in order to share the message of Jesus with them. He wrote about this in depth in his book, Hybrid Church, which you can order from Amazon HERE. The primary way to meet people where they are in today's culture is through YouTube. If you are interested, here are some of the channels tied to Mecklenburg Community Church that he mentioned in the conversation today, including the link to the Church & Culture Podcast on YouTube if you're interested in checking us out there: Mecklenburg Community Church | @MeckChurch MecKidz Children's Ministry | @MecKidzChurch REALIFE High School Ministry | @REALIFEHSM MAXlife Middle School Ministry | @maxlifemsm7079 Meck Creative | @MeckCreative Church & Culture | @churchandculture For those of you who are new to Church & Culture, we'd love to invite you to subscribe (for free of course) to the twice-weekly Church & Culture blog and check out the Daily Headline News - a collection of headlines from around the globe each weekday. We'd also love to hear from you if there is a topic that you'd like to see discussed on the Church & Culture Podcast in an upcoming episode. You can find the form to submit your questions at the bottom of the podcast page HERE.

Kevin, Weston, Damon, & Kiera discuss VBS and camps, past memories, philosophy, and future plans.

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In this week's conversation between Dr. James Emery White and co-host Alexis Drye, they discuss a recent Lifeway Research study which found that despite some disturbing trends in the number of church closures across the United States, 94% of pastors believe their church will still be open in 10 years. Whereas in the 1940s nearly 85% of Americans claimed they belonged to a church, now that number is less than 50%. So what happens to these churches when they close? And what is the outcome for pastors as well as those who considered it their church home? Episode Links As Alexis mentioned at the top of the podcast, the decline in Christianity in America has been touched on in more than a handful of past episodes. If you've missed these conversations and would like to go back and listen to them, they include: CCP135: On Women Leaving the Church, CCP105: On Cultural Caricatures of the Christian Faith, CCP100: On Unchristian Christians, CCP94: On the Growing Lack of Confidence in Clergy, CCP32: On a Non-Christian America, and CCP15: On Denominational Decline. If you are interested in looking at more of the data related to the number of church closings forecasted in the U.S. mentioned in today's conversation, as well as what's being done with houses of worship that have already closed, we'd encourage you to check out these two articles: Yonat Shimron, “Study: More churches closing than opening,” Religion News Service Mark Dent, “Can God fix America's housing crisis?" The Hustle They also discussed how when churches close, it can leave a huge void in the wider community being served by the church. Dr. White mentioned a current case gaining attention where Christian pop artist Amy Grant is fighting to save a church that was founded by her grandfather from a local businessman. You can read more about that in the article by Cameron McWhirter in The Wall Street Journal HERE. Finally, Dr. White very poignantly ended today's episode by reading a blog that is published annually at Church & Culture. It's titled “The Monday After Easter,” and is a blog written specifically to pastors who may be struggling with an underwhelming turnout on Easter Sunday despite all of their prayer, faith and efforts. If you'd like to read that blog, you can find it HERE. For those of you who are new to Church & Culture, we'd love to invite you to subscribe (for free of course) to the twice-weekly Church & Culture blog and check out the Daily Headline News - a collection of headlines from around the globe each weekday. We'd also love to hear from you if there is a topic that you'd like to see discussed on the Church & Culture Podcast in an upcoming episode. You can find the form to submit your questions at the bottom of the podcast page HERE.

Jimmy and BK dive into the pressing issues facing Colorado and why now is the time to take a stand. From local challenges to statewide changes, they break down what's at stake and how you can get involved. Don't miss this important conversation!

This episode was recorded at my creative home away from home, a hotel that's also a vibrant cultural center. Check out Eaton DC here.  Host: Rob LeeMusic: Original music by Daniel Alexis Music with additional music from Chipzard and TeTresSeis. Production:Produced by Rob Lee & Daniel AlexisEdited by Daniel AlexisShow Notes courtesy of Rob Lee and TransistorPhotos:Rob Lee photos by Vicente Martin for The Truth In This Art and Contrarian Aquarian Media.Guest photos courtesy of the guest, unless otherwise noted.Support the podcast The Truth In This Art Podcast Fractured Atlas (Fundraising): https://www.fracturedatlas.orgThe Truth In This Art Podcast Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/thetruthinthisart.bsky.socialThe Truth In This Art Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/truthinthisart/?hl=enThe Truth In This Art Podcast Website: https://www.thetruthinthisart.com/The Truth In This Art Podcast Shop: Merch from Redbubble ★ Support this podcast ★

In this week's bonus show, Matt and Keith ramble about companies that listen to their consumers, video games, the Trump administration, and take a text from the hotline.If you want to call in to the Bonus Show, leave a voicemail at (530) 332-8020. We'll get to your calls on next Friday's Bonus Show.Pick up Keith and Matt's book, Reading Romans Right, today!Please consider signing up to financially support the Network: QuoirCast on PatreonLINKSQuoirCast on PatreonQuoirCast on Patheos

In this episode of The Truth In This Art, I'm happy to welcome back designer Jerrill Sankey of Jerrill Sankey Headwear. It's been a few years since Jerrill was on the show (when he was known for Creative King), so it's a great opportunity to reconnect and trace his evolution as a designer.We explore Jerrill's creative journey, from the influence of 90s pop culture and magazines like Vogue on his distinctive aesthetic, to his perspectives on balancing artistry and craftsmanship. Jerrill shares his thoughts on developing a personal style, the dedication it takes to build a brand, and his observations on the current creative scene.If you're into fashion and culture, the story of a designer's growth, or the commitment required to pursue your passion, I think you'll really enjoy this conversation with Jerrill Sankey! Host: Rob LeeMusic: Original music by Daniel Alexis Music with additional music from Chipzard and TeTresSeis. Production:Produced by Rob Lee & Daniel AlexisEdited by Daniel AlexisShow Notes courtesy of Rob Lee and TransistorPhotos:Rob Lee photos by Vicente Martin for The Truth In This Art and Contrarian Aquarian Media.Guest photos courtesy of the guest, unless otherwise noted.Support the podcast The Truth In This Art Podcast Fractured Atlas (Fundraising): https://www.fracturedatlas.orgThe Truth In This Art Podcast Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/thetruthinthisart.bsky.socialThe Truth In This Art Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/truthinthisart/?hl=enThe Truth In This Art Podcast Website: https://www.thetruthinthisart.com/The Truth In This Art Podcast Shop: Merch from Redbubble ★ Support this podcast ★

In this week's conversation between Dr. James Emery White and co-host Alexis Drye, they discuss how for many Americans, Easter is one of the few times in the year they show a willingness to attend a church service. If they do, they'll likely hear about an empty tomb and the significance of the resurrection of Jesus thousands of years later. For many, the hope of new life in Jesus is enough to propel them to faith or to a deeper commitments to Jesus; but for others, they may be left with lingering questions that will serve as stumbling blocks to faith. Questions like: So what? How is this relevant for my life? And can I even believe this happened? So the question for the church is how are we going to answer those questions - what evidence can we offer for the resurrection of Jesus? Episode Links There are several series that Dr. White has given at Mecklenburg Community Church if you want to take a deeper dive into the events leading up to Jesus' crucifixion and His resurrection. These include: “The Passion,” “Risen,” “Seven Last Words of Jesus,” and “Why Believe.” And in case you did not know, past messages given by Dr. White are arranged by category at Church & Culture HERE. You'll find series on specific books of the Bible, on evangelism and apologetics, cultural topics and more. When discussing Jesus' death on the cross in today's episode, Dr. White mentioned an article from the Journal of the American Medical Association written by Dr. William D. Edwards and titled “On the Physical Death of Jesus Christ.” For those interested in reading this article, you can find it HERE. “The Resurrection of the Son of God” by N.T. Wright was another resource that Dr. White discussed, and you can find his book HERE. And one more book that we'd strongly recommend is written by Dr. White himself: Christianity for People Who Aren't Christians. It offers incredibly helpful explanations of the most common questions that people have when it comes to the Christian faith. You can find it on Amazon HERE. For those of you who are new to Church & Culture, we'd love to invite you to subscribe (for free of course) to the twice-weekly Church & Culture blog and check out the Daily Headline News - a collection of headlines from around the globe each weekday. We'd also love to hear from you if there is a topic that you'd like to see discussed on the Church & Culture Podcast in an upcoming episode. You can find the form to submit your questions at the bottom of the podcast page HERE.

In this episode of The Truth In This Art, I'm thrilled to welcome back Ariel Shelton, co-Executive Director of CultureWorks Greater Philadelphia. It's been great to catch up with Ariel and explore the work CultureWorks does in supporting creatives and building a stronger cultural community in Philly.Ariel's passion for connecting people and ensuring resources are shared effectively shines through in our conversation. We discuss her journey, from co-founding the Arts Administrators of Color Network to her current leadership role, and her commitment to creating spaces where communities feel supported and empowered. Her insights into Philadelphia's unique cultural landscape, compared to her experiences in Detroit and D.C., are also a highlight.If you're interested in an honest discussion about community building, navigating complex social dynamics, and the realities of working in the arts, you'll find this episode with Ariel Shelton really rewarding!   

Чому в Луцьку реп довго залишався в тіні, попри гучну спадщину? Як в місті, де зростали Monatik, «Тартак», And, Андрій Кальков, хіп-хоп доводиться виборювати наново? Як вижити в бетонному постсовку і не зламати свій стиль? І хто ті, хто вирішили: «Тепер тут буде інакше»? Шостий епізод Street Culture подкасту «Міста» – про Луцьк. Місто, де брейк ще пам'ятає сайфери на районі, де графіті залишаються невидимими героями фасадів, а молодь будує сцену буквально з нуля. У центрі цієї історії – Владислав Почебула, хіп-хоп-артист, комунікаційник ГО «місто.ребут». Він же – один із тих, хто створює нову Луцьку хіп-хоп реальність: події, студія звукозапис, мерч, фестивалі. І при цьому не забуває, що реп – це не про лайки, а про справжність. Ми говоримо про луцький вайб. Про те, як для Владислава легка атлетика трансформувалася в дисципліну для рухів у хіп-хоп культурі. Про локальну сцену, яка переростає в культурну платформу. І про те, як виглядає місто, коли реп починає звучати не з колонок, а з його вулиць. Тут будуть інсайди про недосліджені брейк-команди, анонімні графіті-герої, які виросли на Бермудах, про локальних продюсерів, які пишуть фірмовий звук у гуртожитку, і про те, як звучить хіп-хоп, якщо він не для розваги, а став частиною твого життя. Цей епізод – частина освітнього процесу Street Culture Academy, який ми записали разом з її учасниками, щоб зафіксувати їхній досвід і рефлексії в контексті стріт-культури рідних міст. Наша незмінна локація – Urban Camp Lviv. П'ятий епізод – не про туристичний Харків, а про той, який живе у дворах, на стінах і в серцях тих, хто тут качає. Слухайте на Apple podcasts, Spotify, SoundCloud і MEGOGO Audio. Новий сезон подкасту про вуличну культуру України творимо спільно зі Street Culture, uabreaking та New Democracy Fund. Дізнавайтесь, як брейкінг, графіті, хіп-хоп та стріт-арт змінювали обличчя міст і творили нові ком'юніті.

In this week's conversation between Dr. James Emery White and co-host Alexis Drye, they discuss the interesting cultural connection between the demise of Hooters (which has now filed for bankruptcy) and the rise in popularity of OnlyFans. For those not familiar with this website, it's a platform where people offer online content that they've created, which is usually pornographic in nature, to paid subscribers. People are spending thousands of dollars to both see content created by their favorite creators and to interact with them through texting and personalized content - essentially creating a fantasy relationship. To be frank, an establishment like Hooters is absolutely tame when compared to the ubiquitous nature of porn. Episode Links Whereas years ago men might have been drawn to a place like Hooters, younger generations are so much more private, and access to websites like OnlyFans affords that privacy. There are several articles that would be worth your time to read, particularly those about OnlyFans, as people need to be aware of how addicting the platform has become for so many people: Elaine Kurtenbach & Dee-Ann Durbin, “Restaurant chain Hooters goes bust and files for bankruptcy protection,” AP News, April 1, 2025. Russell Moore, “Hooters and the Future of the Church,” Christianity Today, April 2, 2025. Carly Lewis, “Addicted to OnlyFans Men are spending tens of thousands of dollars to text with their favorite creators.” New Yorker Magazine - The Cut, April 1, 2025. Magdalene Taylor, “When Is OnlyFans Cheating, and When Is It Just Porn?” New Yorker Magazine - The Cut, December 14, 2024. Ezra Marcus, “The ‘E-Pimps' of OnlyFans,” The New York Times, June 15, 2023. For those of you who are new to Church & Culture, we'd love to invite you to subscribe (for free of course) to the twice-weekly Church & Culture blog and check out the Daily Headline News - a collection of headlines from around the globe each weekday. We'd also love to hear from you if there is a topic that you'd like to see discussed on the Church & Culture Podcast in an upcoming episode. You can find the form to submit your questions at the bottom of the podcast page HERE.

In this episode of The Truth in This Art, I welcome back Baltimore-based sculptor Sebastian Martorana. We discuss the evolution of his career over the past few years, including his work on notable projects like the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Wall in DC and carvings at St. Patrick's Cathedral in New York City. Sebastian shares how these experiences have shaped his artistic process and the tools and techniques he uses. We also explore the challenges of balancing personal and professional life, the impact of social media, and the importance of real-life connections in the art world.Be sure to listen to Sebastian Martorana's episode here. Host: Rob LeeMusic: Original music by Daniel Alexis Music with additional music from Chipzard and TeTresSeis. Production:Produced by Rob Lee & Daniel AlexisEdited by Daniel AlexisShow Notes courtesy of Rob Lee and TransistorPhotos:Rob Lee photos by Vicente Martin for The Truth In This Art and Contrarian Aquarian Media.Guest photos courtesy of the guest, unless otherwise noted.Support the podcast The Truth In This Art Podcast Fractured Atlas (Fundraising): https://www.fracturedatlas.orgThe Truth In This Art Podcast Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/thetruthinthisart.bsky.socialThe Truth In This Art Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/truthinthisart/?hl=enThe Truth In This Art Podcast Website: https://www.thetruthinthisart.com/The Truth In This Art Podcast Shop: Merch from Redbubble ★ Support this podcast ★

Today, we're discussing the tragic murder of Austin Metcalf — a case that's not just heartbreaking but deeply revealing of a larger cultural crisis we need to address head-on. I'll be sharing my raw thoughts on what happened, and more importantly, having the uncomfortable (but necessary) conversation surrounding crime statistics in the black community.If we're ever going to see real change — fewer senseless killings, safer neighborhoods, and stronger families — then we have to stop tiptoeing around the truth. It's time to talk about why these patterns keep repeating and what cultural shifts must happen to break the toxic and deadly cycle.This isn't about hate — it's about accountability, truth, and the fight for life, stability, and genuine justice.—https://policecoffee.com/?gad_source=1&gbraid=0AAAAACG7qmLTSF8TidU6uJpGkHMYzxsnd&gclid=Cj0KCQjwqcO_BhDaARIsACz62vPh4GA_6w_PdX8w4PW0sRhPD76KOyhYBmiEOdpiLXHP1G10c9kaPMEaAkK-EALw_wcB

Бетонні джунглі Харкова – це більше, ніж вулиці. Це стиль життя, де кожен спот – арена, кожен мурал – маніфест, а кожен двіж – протест. Тут не питають дозволу творити, тут просто роблять. Як місто стало таким качовим? Чи реально будувати стрит-культуру, коли все навколо летить у пекло? І чому саме Харків задає тон у стрит-темі? Гість п'ятого епізоду Street Culture Podcast «Міста» Валерій Бичков – харків'янин, бібой, громадський діяч, співзасновник Street Culture Academy. Чувак, який реально змінює Харків, ловить вайб вулиць і знає, як інтегрувати стрит-культуру в урбан-простір. Харківська вулиця – це стиль чи виживання? Як війна перекроїла місто і що з того вийшло? Урбаністика, стрит-арт і архітектура – де межа між системою і андеґраундом? Де зараз топові споти і чи реально підняти нові без бюрократичного зашквару? Чому Харків – це не просто місто, а двіж, який не зламати? Цей епізод – частина освітнього процесу Street Culture Academy, який ми записали разом з її учасниками, щоб зафіксувати їхній досвід і рефлексії в контексті стріт-культури рідних міст. Наша незмінна локація – Urban Camp Lviv. П'ятий епізод – не про туристичний Харків, а про той, який живе у дворах, на стінах і в серцях тих, хто тут качає. Слухайте на Apple podcasts, Spotify, SoundCloud і MEGOGO Audio. Новий сезон подкасту про вуличну культуру України творимо спільно зі Street Culture, uabreaking та New Democracy Fund. Дізнавайтесь, як брейкінг, графіті, хіп-хоп та стріт-арт змінювали обличчя міст і творили нові ком'юніті.

Join us for a special podcast to hear the stories of the Able Shepherd community. Subscribe for more episodes on protector culture, leadership, and resilience! Who's Jimmy Graham? Jimmy spent over 15 years in the US Navy SEAL Teams earning the rank of Chief Petty Officer (E7). During that time, he earned certifications as a Sniper, Joint Tactical Air Controller, Range Safety Officer for Live Fire, Dynamic Movement and Master Training Specialist. He also served for 7 years as an Operator and Lead Instructor for an Elite Federal Government Protective Detail for High-Risk and Critical environments, to include; Kirkuk, Iraq, Kabul, Afghanistan, Beirut, Lebanon and Benghazi, Libya. During this time he earned his certification for Federal Firearms Instructor, Simunition Scenario Qualified Instructor and Certified Skills Facilitator. Jimmy has trained law enforcement on the Federal, State, and Local levels as well as Fire Department, EMS and Dispatch personnel. His passion is to train communities across the nation in order to enhance their level of readiness in response to active shooter situations. Make sure you subscribe and stay tuned to everything we are doing. Want to get more training? - https://ableshepherd.com/ Need support? https://able-nation.org/ Follow us on: Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/ableshepherd Instagram - ​​https://www.instagram.com/ableshepherd/ Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/@ableshepherd

In this week's conversation between Dr. James Emery White and co-host Alexis Drye, they discuss Barna Group teaming up with the Aspen Group design firm to explore possible connections between spiritual formation and the physical spaces that we inhabit. Questions such as: What does it mean to be formed as a follower of Jesus? And can the spaces that we meet in help motivate this growth? Also, how might our physical experiences of a church relate to our worship and understanding of God? In simple terms, they were trying to determine whether it's best for churches to look “churchy.” Episode Links Daniel Silliman wrote an article in Christianity Today which sparked today's conversation. It's titled “Americans Think Church Should Look Churchy,” and Silliman said that the survey found that most people “don't like trendy, modern buildings.” Dr. White would argue that while people do indeed want to attend church in a space that is sacred, spiritual and safe, that doesn't necessarily mean they want it to look overly churchy like some of the medieval churches in Europe. He wrote a blog recently about this topic titled “Churches Looking Churchy” which you can read HERE. There's another recent blog that was written by Dr. White that was referenced in this episode. It's called “This Is Church,” where Dr. White addresses how many businesses and parachurch organizations can try to step in and supplant themselves as the church when they most definitely are not. And if the discussion of the cathedral found in Chartres, France was of interest to you, we'd encourage you to read the Church & Culture blog titled, “Chartres.” For those of you who are new to Church & Culture, we'd love to invite you to subscribe (for free of course) to the twice-weekly Church & Culture blog and check out the Daily Headline News - a collection of headlines from around the globe each weekday. We'd also love to hear from you if there is a topic that you'd like to see discussed on the Church & Culture Podcast in an upcoming episode. You can find the form to submit your questions at the bottom of the podcast page HERE.

FFTC Gang...whaddup?!?! Crowned ReRe and Mr. Al Pete have returned from a small break to dish out flowers to the deserved! In this episode, the flowers go to Ms. Tasha Smith, the popular actress, director, AND coach (how 'bout that). ReRe and Pete take the time to speak on her accomplishments and they focused on her directorial moves. She's directed episodes from The Equalizer, Bel Air, and more! Of course they visit the infamous segments: A Rose Is A Rose (ReRe shares some dope music, etc.) and The Cactus (Pete gets on his political kick, etc.).Enjoy the Black Joy and share with your podcast friends! Follow them, individually and collectively below.Crowned ReRe: https://crownones.com Instagram: @crowned_re_re_beccaMr. Al Pete: https://mralpete.com Instagram: @mralpeteRecorded and produced by The MPN Network/Mr. Al Pete. 

Don't be shy, send me a message!A real change for the podcast: After 5 years of talking about British culture, it's time to move on and talk about 'The Middle Kingdom', China. I lived in China from 2015-2021, and regularly wrote e-mails to my parents detailing my time there. The first half of the podcast is me reading from these and adding in my reflections almost a decade on. I talk about my first arrival in China, the visa process and settling in at work, as well as a day trip to Hong Kong. This is the first 30 minutes. I then read a fourth e-mail detailing my first trip to Macao. I do actually have a series of reflective pieces I wrote for Chinese social media in 2021 as I was leaving. I read these prior to recording, but didn't read them out, as the podcast is long enough as it is. If you enjoy this episode, perhaps I will use them later more fully.In the second half of this podcast, I talk about Chinese cultural topics as requested by my Chinese friends. These include:Different foods and citiesChinese tech citiesThe Monkey KingHou YiThe movie 'Hero' with Jet LiFood culture (more detail)Language Chinese New Year I would usually do a great deal of reading, online and from my own book collection, before talking on such specialised topics. But on this occasion, I draw 100% from my experiences, as I currently remember them. Again, I am drawing on old writing, and another source I used was a leather-bound notebook I filled with entries detailing my day-to-day life in my first few years in China. I created this for my parents, who are well-travelled but had not been to China. The notebook passed back to me after my mother passed away. I was gratified to learn that she had often read it, and it was always close to hand for her. For further reading and viewing, I recommend the Youtube channels, @VideosByCaine and @DaNiuLaoShi both by a friend of mine who also lived in China. His experiences are naturally different from mine, his personal perspective is unique, but there is much in common also. I highly recommend all his content. Between the both of us, you would get a very full and rounded idea of life in China. No two people experience the same (or similar) events in the same way. There is much to gain from seeing both our experiences. I really like this video my friend created, called "China, I miss you": https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R28JoQszHqI...and also the video below, which looks at why he first went to China. Don't worry about the Chinese title of the video, he speaks in English throughout! Actually, the thoughts in his video very much relate to the first half of this podcast. We do often compare and contrast our experiences, and our differing reflections, so again, I really recommend checking out both our content. 回忆之旅 — 安庆漫跑记 | 大牛跑步第六集: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y1cuC2_M1IM If you have any further questions, feel free to contact me using any of the methods below! Message me anytime on Instagram, @FlemingNeverDies, or e-mail: AlbionNeverDies@gmail.comCheck out my https://www.youtube.com/britishcultureCheck out my Red Bubble shopSubscribe to my newsletter for update e-mails, random postcards, and stickers: Support the show

Бориспіль – не просто місто-транзит, чи аеропорт, а точка, де вулична культура не стоїть на паузі. Тут з двору можна вирости в легенду, а з розбитого майданчика зробити топову арену для молодіжного двіжу. Гостя четвертого епізоду Street Culture Podcast «Міста»: Вікторія Шевц – депутатка, керівниця управління молоді та спорту Бориспільської міськради, яка знає, як об'єднувати активістів, владу і місто в єдиний вайб. У цьому епізоді дізнавайтесь про таке: Як у Борисполі розвивають вуличний спорт – від скейт-парків до урбан-парків та стрітболу. «Битва дворів» – легендарний дворовий турнір, який виховав не одне покоління. Чому молодь повертається у Бориспіль, щоб тусуватися, і що робить місто комфортним для неформальних спільнот. Як використовувати стару інфраструктуру – наприклад, закинуті бойлерні – щоб створювати нові простори для молоді. Чому співпраця активістів і влади дає найкращі результати. Цей епізод – частина освітнього процесу Street Culture Academy, який ми записали разом з її учасниками, щоб зафіксувати їхній досвід і рефлексії в контексті стріт-культури рідних міст. Наша незмінна локація – Urban Camp Lviv. Бориспіль тримає марку місця, де не треба чекати змін – їх створюють своїми руками. Хочете знати, як? Слухайте епізод на Apple podcasts, Spotify, SoundCloud і MEGOGO Audio. Новий сезон подкасту про вуличну культуру України творимо спільно зі Street Culture, uabreaking та New Democracy Fund. Дізнавайтесь, як брейкінг, графіті, хіп-хоп та стріт-арт змінювали обличчя міст і творили нові ком'юніті.

In this week's conversation between Dr. James Emery White and co-host Alexis Drye, they discuss the Apple TV series “Severance,” which has become something of a modern cultural phenomenon. With only two seasons under its belt, it's already become Apple TV's most-watched series in its history, recently surpassing the wildly popular show “Ted Lasso.” So what is behind the popularity? And why are people using the terms “innie” and “outie,” but not in reference to their belly buttons? This conversation explores how “Severance” brings up questions regarding work/life balance, human identity, the need for human connection, escapism, and more. Episode Links Because “Severance” is such a popular series, it has been making waves within mainstream media. While this discussion tackles some of the profound ways the show is generating conversation, there's more to explore. To go deeper, we suggest you check out some of the following news articles: Maya Salam, “On ‘Severance,' a Brutal Tale of Female Self-Loathing,” The New York Times, March 21, 2025, read online. Morgan Lee, “‘Severance' Makes a Case for Suffering,” Christianity Today, March 18, 2025, read online. Sadiba Hasan, “Your ‘Innie' Will Want to Read This,” The New York Times, March 20, 2025, read online. Annie Aguiar, “How ‘Severance' Uses Old Tricks to Make Its Office Hell,” The New York Times, March 24, 2025, read online. Emma Stefansky, “Severance Cannot Save You,” The Atlantic, March 6, 2025, read online. Dr. White did his best to avoid spoilers for “Severance,” but if you have the chance to watch it, you may want to check out this collection of articles that explain and dissect the Season 2 finale: Yvonne Villarreal, “‘Severance' Stars Explain Season 2's Harrowing Finale and the ‘Love Hexagon,'” LA Times, March 21, 2025, read online. Eric Deggans, “The ‘Severance' Finale Asks: How Far Would Your Innie Go for Your Outie?” NPR, March 21, 2025, read online. Thomas Floyd, “The Creator of ‘Severance' Breaks Down that Revelatory Season 2 Finale,” The Washington Post, March 21, 2025, read online. Sophie Gilbert, “The Severance Twist I Can't Forgive,” The Atlantic, March 21, 2025, read online. Keith Watson, “Severance Season 2 Finale Review: Thrills and Chills Without Resorting to Lowest Common Denominators,” The Telegraph, March 21, 2025, read online. Adam Sternbergh, “‘Severance' Asks, What if We're Not Paranoid Enough?” NY Times, March 21, 2025, read online. Ben Dowell, “The Man Behind Severance: ‘I'm an Accidental Cult Leader,'” The Times, March 20, 2025, read online. Gary Levin, “Adam Scott and Ben Stiller Unpack the Twisty ‘Severance' Season 2 Finale (Spoilers),” USA Today, March 21, 2025, read online. For those of you who are new to Church & Culture, we'd love to invite you to subscribe (for free of course) to the twice-weekly Church & Culture blog and check out the Daily Headline News - a collection of headlines from around the globe each weekday. We'd also love to hear from you if there is a topic that you'd like to see discussed on the Church & Culture Podcast in an upcoming episode. You can find the form to submit your questions at the bottom of the podcast page HERE.

On The Speed of Culture Podcast, Jill Cress, Chief Marketing & Experience Officer at H&R Block, breaks down how AI, digital transformation, and consumer insights are reshaping the tax industry. From helping Gen Z navigate their first tax filings to leveraging AI-powered tools for real-time tax support, Jill shares how H&R Block is making tax season easier, smarter, and more accessible for all.Follow Suzy on Twitter: @AskSuzyBizFollow Jill Cress on LinkedInSubscribe to The Speed of Culture on your favorite podcast platform.And if you have a question or suggestions for the show, send us an email at suzy@suzy.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jimmy Graham is joined by Mike Gerst, founder and CEO of Prep EM. In this episode, they share essential tips and tricks for handling basic medical needs and discuss real-life experiences from the field as an EMT.   Subscribe for more episodes on protector culture, leadership, and resilience! Who's Jimmy Graham? Jimmy spent over 15 years in the US Navy SEAL Teams earning the rank of Chief Petty Officer (E7). During that time, he earned certifications as a Sniper, Joint Tactical Air Controller, Range Safety Officer for Live Fire, Dynamic Movement and Master Training Specialist. He also served for 7 years as an Operator and Lead Instructor for an Elite Federal Government Protective Detail for High-Risk and Critical environments, to include; Kirkuk, Iraq, Kabul, Afghanistan, Beirut, Lebanon and Benghazi, Libya. During this time he earned his certification for Federal Firearms Instructor, Simunition Scenario Qualified Instructor and Certified Skills Facilitator. Jimmy has trained law enforcement on the Federal, State, and Local levels as well as Fire Department, EMS and Dispatch personnel. His passion is to train communities across the nation in order to enhance their level of readiness in response to active shooter situations. Make sure you subscribe and stay tuned to everything we are doing. Want to get more training? - https://ableshepherd.com/ Need support? https://able-nation.org/ Follow us on: Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/ableshepherd Instagram - ​​https://www.instagram.com/ableshepherd/ Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/@ableshepherd

In this episode of The Truth In This Art, I welcome Roxanne Sauriol Hauenherm, a self-taught Montreal-based artist whose captivating paintings of female figures have garnered international recognition. We explore her journey as a self-made artist and single mother, discovering how the birth of her daughter ignited her passion for painting and became the driving force behind her career. Roxanne shares her meticulous artistic process, from developing initial concepts and mood boards to photographing street-cast models, which serve as the foundation for her evocative and symbolic oil paintings. We also explore the deeply personal and autobiographical nature of her work, discussing how she uses the female form as a vessel to convey her own experiences, emotions, and messages, creating a visual diary of her life.If you are interested in the journey of a self taught artist, or the creation of evocative female figure paintings, this episode with Roxanne Sauriol Hauenherm is a must listen. Tune in to hear about her artistic process and inspiration.Don't miss Roxanne's first solo show! She's visiting the US and debuting at the Arch Enemy Arts - 13th Anniversary Exhibition on April 4th at 109 Arch St, Philadelphia, PA 19106. Learn more here:  Be sure to listen to Roxanne Sauriol Hauenherm's episode here. Host: Rob LeeMusic: Original music by Daniel Alexis Music with additional music from Chipzard and TeTresSeis. Production:Produced by Rob Lee & Daniel AlexisEdited by Daniel AlexisShow Notes courtesy of Rob Lee and TransistorPhotos:Rob Lee photos by Vicente Martin for The Truth In This Art and Contrarian Aquarian Media.Guest photos courtesy of the guest, unless otherwise noted.Support the podcast The Truth In This Art Podcast Fractured Atlas (Fundraising): https://www.fracturedatlas.orgThe Truth In This Art Podcast Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/thetruthinthisart.bsky.socialThe Truth In This Art Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/truthinthisart/?hl=enThe Truth In This Art Podcast Website: https://www.thetruthinthisart.com/The Truth In This Art Podcast Shop: Merch from Redbubble ★ Support this podcast ★

On The Speed of Culture Podcast, Dan Porter, CEO of Overtime, breaks down how the next generation of sports fans consume content, why Gen Z is rewriting the rules of engagement, and how Overtime is building leagues, media, and commerce for the digital-first era.Follow Suzy on Twitter: @AskSuzyBizFollow Dan Porter on LinkedInSubscribe to The Speed of Culture on your favorite podcast platform.And if you have a question or suggestions for the show, send us an email at suzy@suzy.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Чому хіп-хоп у Кропивницькому був настільки потужним? Чому брейкінг у 2000-х був мейнстримом, а зараз потребує другого дихання? І що спільного між баскетбольним майданчиком, VHS-касетами та рейсовим автобусом? У третьому епізоді Street Culture Podcast «Міста» розбираємо історію хіп-хопу в Кропивницькому разом із Євгеном Мочерняком – бі-боєм Женьком, суддею брейкінг-змагань, саунд-дизайнером, організатором фестів і тим, хто з нуля будував місцевий двіж. Це чувак, який пам'ятає ті часи, коли місто жило брейкінгом: у кожному дворі крутили гвинти, а відеокасети з батлами передавали, як реліквії. Як місто без професійної інфраструктури змогло виховати бі-боя Кузю – учасника Олімпійських ігор? Де зараз качають локальні бі-бої та BMX-ери? Чи реально було потрапити в головну школу брейку, якщо ти не в тусовці? І що робити, щоб місто знову стало точкою тяжіння для вуличної культури? Street Culture Podcast «Міста» – це розмови про культуру, живі історії людей, які створюють її своїми руками. Від брейкінгу до стрітболу, від графіті до репу – ми розбираємо, що стоїть за кожним двіжем. І головне – як не дати цьому згаснути. Наша незмінна локація – Urban Camp Lviv. Слухайте епізод про Кропивницький на Apple podcasts, Spotify, SoundCloud і MEGOGO Audio. Новий сезон подкасту про вуличну культуру України творимо спільно зі Street Culture, uabreaking та New Democracy Fund. Дізнавайтесь, як брейкінг, графіті, хіп-хоп та стріт-арт змінювали обличчя міст і творили нові ком'юніті.

In this week's conversation between Dr. James Emery White and co-host Alexis Drye, they pick up where they left off last week in a discussion prompted by the recent launch of NASA's SPHEREx Telescope, which is hoping to find answers to how the world began. As Christians, we have a firm belief that God created all that there is. However, Genesis says quite a few things with regard to the history of the world that seem - at first glance - to either contradict science or that have not been corroborated by science. Episode Links If you missed last week's podcast episode, we'd encourage you to pause and listen to that conversation first. You can find “CCP142: On Genesis, Part One” on your favorite podcasting platform, on YouTube, or HERE on the Church & Culture website. For a deeper dive into the book of Genesis, we'd suggest you check out a series given by James Emery White at Mecklenburg Community Church called “Primordial: Genesis and the World's Primeval History.” This was not the first time that Dr. White tackled the faith-science dynamic in his messages. Here are a few other series that we'd encourage you to take a look at: “The Science of God,” “Astrophysics… for People Who Are Open to God," and “Don't Check Your Brains at the Door.” Dr. White also made reference to Meck's current series, a study of Paul's first letter to the church in Corinth titled, “Messy.” And as today's conversation delved into Noah and the ark, we thought you'd be interested in checking out this series from James Emery White, “Noah.” And if you're on the hunt for more info about the SPHEREx Telescope or today's conversation, be sure to read some of these helpful resources: Marcelo Gleiser, “The 10 Most Important Questions In Science,” NPR, September 11, 2013, read online. James Emery White, Christianity for People Who Aren't Christians, order from Amazon. Manuela López Restrepo, “NASA's Upcoming Telescope Launch Aims to Address Some Existential Questions,” NPR, March 3, 2025, read online. Josh Dinner, “NASA Delays Launch of SPHEREx and PUNCH Missions to March 8,” Space.com, March 5, 2025, read online. Ari Daniel, “Searching the Entire Sky for the Secrets to Our Universe,” NPR, February 9, 2025, read online. Fred Heeren, Show Me God: What the Message from Space Is Telling Us About God. For those of you who are new to Church & Culture, we'd love to invite you to subscribe (for free of course) to the twice-weekly Church & Culture blog and check out the Daily Headline News - a collection of headlines from around the globe each weekday. We'd also love to hear from you if there is a topic that you'd like to see discussed on the Church & Culture Podcast in an upcoming episode. You can find the form to submit your questions at the bottom of the podcast page HERE.

On The Speed of Culture Podcast, Sarah Harms, VP of Advertising, Marketing, and Measurement at Roku, unpacks how Roku is reshaping streaming TV advertising—offering brands smarter audience targeting, advanced measurement, and immersive ad experiences in a fragmented digital world.Follow Suzy on Twitter: @AskSuzyBizFollow Sarah Harms on LinkedInSubscribe to The Speed of Culture on your favorite podcast platform.And if you have a question or suggestions for the show, send us an email at suzy@suzy.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On The Speed of Culture Podcast, Louis Giagrande, CMO of LG Electronics North America, reveals how LG is redefining the future of smart living. From AI-driven appliances to seamless automation, he shares how technology is making everyday life more intuitive and connected.Follow Suzy on Twitter: @AskSuzyBizFollow Louis Giagrande on LinkedInSubscribe to The Speed of Culture on your favorite podcast platform.And if you have a question or suggestions for the show, send us an email at suzy@suzy.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of The Truth in This Art, I welcome back Alex Madaus, an entrepreneur and visionary dedicated to bringing the healing power of nature indoors. Alex is a biophilic interior decorator and designer, and the owner of Cultivated Studios, a Baltimore-based biophilic design studio located right here in Baltimore.We explore Alex's impactful work, diving into the world of biophilic interior decoration and design, and discussing the captivating evolution of Cultivated Studios. Alex shares his insights on creating cultivated spaces, the importance of customer experience, and his deep-seated passion for bringing the healing power of nature indoors. We also look ahead, discussing the future of biophilic design and Alex's aspirations for Cultivated Studios.Eager to hear more about Alex's story and the early days of Cultivated?Be sure to listen to his first interview, where we discussed his journey and the initial concept behind Cultivated  Host: Rob LeeMusic: Original music by Daniel Alexis Music with additional music from Chipzard and TeTresSeis. Production:Produced by Rob Lee & Daniel AlexisEdited by Daniel AlexisShow Notes courtesy of Rob Lee and TransistorPhotos:Rob Lee photos by Vicente Martin for The Truth In This Art and Contrarian Aquarian Media.Guest photos courtesy of the guest, unless otherwise noted.Support the podcast The Truth In This Art Podcast Fractured Atlas (Fundraising): https://www.fracturedatlas.orgThe Truth In This Art Podcast Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/thetruthinthisart.bsky.socialThe Truth In This Art Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/truthinthisart/?hl=enThe Truth In This Art Podcast Website: https://www.thetruthinthisart.com/The Truth In This Art Podcast Shop: Merch from Redbubble ★ Support this podcast ★

Миколаїв – місто, яке не дає себе зламати. Той, хто тут лишився, знає: поки є двіж – є життя. Вулиці обстріляні, графіті зафарбовані, але енергія нікуди не зникла. Як не загубити себе, коли все навколо сиплеться? Чи можна відбудувати не тільки будівлі, а й душу міста? І хто зараз робить так, щоб Миколаїв не потонув в темряві? У другому епізоді Street Culture Podcast «Міста» говоримо з Надією Соколовською – хореографкою, організаторкою Back to the South, керівницею танцювальної школи J.A.M та людиною, яка роками розвиває стріт-культуру на Півдні. Чому Миколаїв завжди був двіжовим і що лишилось від його стріт калчер-спадщини? Як війна змінила культуру вулиць? Як вуличним стати ком'юніті, а не просто тусою? Як підняти брейкінг, якщо майже не лишилось наставників? І чому саме Південь може стати центром нової хвилі культури? Темрява не рулить, поки є ті, хто горить. Наша незмінна локація – Urban Camp Lviv. Слухайте епізод про Миколаїв на Apple podcasts, Spotify, SoundCloud і MEGOGO Audio. Новий сезон подкасту про вуличну культуру України творимо спільно зі Street Culture, uabreaking та New Democracy Fund. Дізнавайтесь, як брейкінг, графіті, хіп-хоп та стріт-арт змінювали обличчя міст і творили нові ком'юніті.

In this week's conversation between Dr. James Emery White and co-host Alexis Drye, they discuss how NASA has made a huge step forward in wanting to bring science into the realm of the existential as this week, they launched into space what's known as the SPHEREx Telescope. It has the goal of answering some pivotal questions like: How did the universe begin? How did galaxies start to develop? How did human beings get here? Christians feel that the Bible gives the answers to these questions, which some feel flies in the face of what science offers. It's important, then, to have a clear understanding of exactly what the Bible says in the book of Genesis. Episode Links If today's conversation prompts you to want to take a deeper dive into the book of Genesis, we'd suggest you check out a series given by James Emery White at Mecklenburg Community Church called “Primordial: Genesis and the World's Primeval History.” And this was not the first time that Dr. White tackled the faith-science dynamic in his messages. Here are a few other series that we'd encourage you to take a look at: “The Science of God,” “Astrophysics… for People Who Are Open to God," and “Don't Check Your Brains at the Door.” And if you're on the hunt for more info about the SPHEREx Telescope or today's conversation, be sure to read some of these helpful resources: James Emery White, Christianity for People Who Aren't Christians, order from Amazon. Manuela López Restrepo, “NASA's Upcoming Telescope Launch Aims to Address Some Existential Questions,” NPR, March 3, 2025, read online. Josh Dinner, “NASA Delays Launch of SPHEREx and PUNCH Missions to March 8,” Space.com, March 5, 2025, read online. Ari Daniel, “Searching the Entire Sky for the Secrets to Our Universe,” NPR, February 9, 2025, read online. Fred Heeren, Show Me God: What the Message from Space Is Telling Us About God. For those of you who are new to Church & Culture, we'd love to invite you to subscribe (for free of course) to the twice-weekly Church & Culture blog and check out the Daily Headline News - a collection of headlines from around the globe each weekday. We'd also love to hear from you if there is a topic that you'd like to see discussed on the Church & Culture Podcast in an upcoming episode. You can find the form to submit your questions at the bottom of the podcast page HERE.

On The Speed of Culture Podcast, Jeffrey Katzenberg, Founder and Managing Partner at WndrCo, and Justin Wexler, General Partner at WndrCo, explore the transformative power of AI in work, storytelling, and venture investment. They discuss how AI is reshaping productivity and creativity, why technology is an enabler—not a replacement—for storytelling, and how vision, execution, and exceeding expectations fuel success across industries.Follow Suzy on Twitter: @AskSuzyBizFollow Jeffrey Katzenberg on LinkedInFollow Justin Wexler on LinkedInSubscribe to The Speed of Culture on your favorite podcast platform.And if you have a question or suggestions for the show, send us an email at suzy@suzy.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On The Speed of Culture Podcast, Rebecca Kent, SVP of Global Transformation at Warner Bros. Discovery, breaks down the future of entertainment, consumer choice, and data-driven content strategies. From ad-supported streaming to immersive fan experiences and global content expansion, Rebecca shares how WBD is redefining how audiences interact with stories across every platform.Follow Suzy on Twitter: @AskSuzyBizFollow Rebecca Kent on LinkedInSubscribe to The Speed of Culture on your favorite podcast platform.And if you have a question or suggestions for the show, send us an email at suzy@suzy.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week's conversation between Dr. James Emery White and co-host Alexis Drye, they discuss the recent release of Pew Research Center's Religious Landscape Study. Last conducted in 2014, the 2023-24 study surveyed more than 35,000 Americans concerning their religious affiliations, their beliefs, and their practices. It is simply the largest and most significant study of its kind in terms of getting a snapshot of where our country is on all things spirituality and religion, and the current health of the American Church. The findings go far beyond what some of the headlines from this study would suggest. Episode Links Dr. White released a recent blog on this topic titled “The Stall of the Nones” - the “nones” being the group who identifies as having no religious affiliation. Their numbers have been rising for decades, yet seem to have reached a leveling-off point. (We'd encourage you to check out his book on this subject that was discussed in today's episode titled The Rise of the Nones.) Dr. White mentioned a recent New York Times article titled “Christianity's Decline in U.S. Appears to Have Halted, Major Study Shows” which latches onto that finding from the study. The more notable takeaway from the study that seems to have been overlooked is the fact that the number of people who would identify as Christian continues to decline - from 78% in 2007 to 62% in 2024. That decline is stunning. As Dr. White noted from the Christianity Today article titled “Pew: America Is Spiritual but Not Religious,” six people have left Christianity for every one who has joined. That is certainly not sustainable. Dr. White stressed the importance of reaching the younger generations for Jesus, and the fact that a solid children's ministry is a vitally important component. He wrote a blog on this topic titled “The Most Important Sub-Ministry In Your Church” that would be worth reading if you missed it. For those of you who are new to Church & Culture, we'd love to invite you to subscribe (for free of course) to the twice-weekly Church & Culture blog and check out the Daily Headline News - a collection of headlines from around the globe each weekday. We'd also love to hear from you if there is a topic that you'd like to see discussed on the Church & Culture Podcast in an upcoming episode. You can find the form to submit your questions at the bottom of the podcast page HERE.

On The Speed of Culture Podcast, Michelle Taite, Global CMO of Intuit Mailchimp, dives into how AI and personalization are reshaping marketing in 2025. She reveals how Mailchimp's 65 billion daily machine learning predictions power one-to-one marketing at scale, turning campaigns into customer rituals that fuel lasting loyalty.Follow Suzy on Twitter: @AskSuzyBizFollow Michelle Taite on LinkedInSubscribe to The Speed of Culture on your favorite podcast platform.And if you have a question or suggestions for the show, send us an email at suzy@suzy.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Місто – це не просто стіни й дороги. Це двіж, який качає район, це культура, яка б'є в такт із музикою, що звучить з колонок на спотах. Але чи можна розкачати мале місто так, щоб воно стало центром стриткультури? Street Culture Podcast залітає з новою серією подкастів про міста, і перший випуск – про Охтирку. Маленьке місто, велика історія, ще більший вайб, де хіп-хоп зароджувався під касетний магнітофон у дитсадковому павільйоні, а стіна вздовж річки досі зберігає графіті-спадщину 2000-х. У студії – Єгор і Павло. Павло Ігнатченко – свій чувак, який не просто лишився в Охтирці, а вирішив її прокачати. Він – бітмейкер, діджей, власник музичної студії та чел, який відкрив Urban Vision Охтирки, щоб створити місце для двіжу молоді. Він починав із плейстейшн і касет, а зараз качає місто з такою любов'ю до стриткультури, що це відчувається в кожному звуці й кожному графіті. Чому він не поїхав у Харків чи Київ? Як з нуля створити студію й урбанпростір на старому млині 1896 року? І як вдалося притягнути 500 людей на тусу в місті, де, здавалось би, нема двіжу? Це розмова – про хіп-хоп, про культуру, про ком'юніті й про те, як перетворити мале місто на фестивальну столицю. Наша незмінна локація – Urban Camp Lviv. Залітайте на перший епізод Street Culture Podcast про місто Охтирка – слухайте на Apple podcasts, Spotify, SoundCloud і MEGOGO Audio і будьте у двіжі! Не проґавте – буде кач! Новий сезон подкасту про вуличну культуру України творимо спільно зі Street Culture, uabreaking та New Democracy Fund. Дізнавайтесь, як брейкінг, графіті, хіп-хоп та стріт-арт змінювали обличчя міст і творили нові ком'юніті.

On The Speed of Culture Podcast, Mark Benson, Head of Samsung SmartThings US, breaks down the next wave of AI-driven smart home innovation. From seamless device interoperability to AI-powered automation and SmartThings Pro's expansion into enterprise, Mark shares how Samsung is transforming the way people interact with their homes, cars, and workplaces.Follow Suzy on Twitter: @AskSuzyBizFollow Mark Benson on LinkedInSubscribe to The Speed of Culture on your favorite podcast platform.And if you have a question or suggestions for the show, send us an email at suzy@suzy.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Truth in This Art shares the stories that matter, often with more than one new episode a week. Hosted by Baltimore-based Rob Lee, each episode features in-depth conversations with artists, cultural leaders, and community builders. While rooted in Baltimore, we explore stories with national and international impact. You'll hear the personal stories behind their art, discover their fresh perspectives, and see how their work connects us all. ★ Support this podcast ★

In this episode of The Protector Culture Podcast, host Jimmy Graham is joined by Jimmy and Laura Riddle as they share their journey to finding Able Shepherd and the profound impact it has had on their marriage. From personal growth to strengthening their relationship, they discuss how this training has transformed their lives. Tune in for an inspiring conversation on faith, preparedness, and the power of a shared mission.   Subscribe for more episodes on protector culture, leadership, and resilience!   Who's Jimmy Graham? Jimmy spent over 15 years in the US Navy SEAL Teams earning the rank of Chief Petty Officer (E7). During that time, he earned certifications as a Sniper, Joint Tactical Air Controller, Range Safety Officer for Live Fire, Dynamic Movement and Master Training Specialist. He also served for 7 years as an Operator and Lead Instructor for an Elite Federal Government Protective Detail for High-Risk and Critical environments, to include; Kirkuk, Iraq, Kabul, Afghanistan, Beirut, Lebanon and Benghazi, Libya. During this time he earned his certification for Federal Firearms Instructor, Simunition Scenario Qualified Instructor and Certified Skills Facilitator. Jimmy has trained law enforcement on the Federal, State, and Local levels as well as Fire Department, EMS and Dispatch personnel. His passion is to train communities across the nation in order to enhance their level of readiness in response to active shooter situations.   Make sure you subscribe and stay tuned to everything we are doing. Want to get more training? - https://ableshepherd.com/ Need support? https://able-nation.org/ Follow us on: Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/ableshepherd Instagram - ​​https://www.instagram.com/ableshepherd/ Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/@ableshepherd

In this week's conversation between Dr. James Emery White and co-host Alexis Drye, they discuss a recent TikTok trend that involves the promotion of intergenerational estrangement. The buzz language tied to this trend is “going no contact” - when young adult children (specifically Millennials and Gen Z) attempt to solve family issues by essentially ending the relationship and cutting ties with their parents. What many don't think about is how this is in direct violation of one of God's Ten Commandments. Episode Links Dr. White is in the midst of a series on the Ten Commandments at Mecklenburg Community Church (Meck) called “Ten,” and the installment on the fifth commandment is particularly relevant to today's conversation - the command to honor your parents. There are sadly so many who struggle following through with this commandment, feeling that their parents are deserving of anything but honor. But so often it's because people misunderstand the deeper significance of what it means to follow through with this command. You can find all the installments of this series at Church & Culture HERE. There are two other series that Dr. White delivered at Meck that are also very helpful if this is something that you are struggling with. The first is called “Father Figure” and explores the importance of fathers in our lives and in our world, how to fill father-shaped holes in your life, how to find healing from a dysfunctional father, and the real nature and dynamic of God as Father. The second is called “The Sins of the Fathers: Breaking Generational Patterns of Dysfunction,” with installments designed to help you process this pivotal dynamic that is so decisive to a healthy, whole life. What sparked this episode is an article written by Theara Coleman in The Week titled “'No contact': Family estrangement is on the rise for young people choosing peace.” She writes how people who would advocate for family estrangement are attempting to normalize this behavior in today's culture, hoping that "eliminating the stigma would allow ‘more people to get out of unhealthy family relationships without shame.'" In reality, this is merely an excuse to avoid the hard work of fighting to protect familial bonds. Clinical psychologist Joshua Coleman conducted a study on this in his book Rules of Estrangement: Why Adult Children Cut Ties and How to Heal the Conflict. He believes that a lot of the issues stem from changed notions about what constitutes traumatic experiences. And David Brooks wrote an article in The New York Times titled “What's Ripping American Families Apart?” that is worth the time to read. His research shows how this trend of estrangement is much more pervasive in the United States than other countries around the world. For those of you who are new to Church & Culture, we'd love to invite you to subscribe (for free of course) to the twice-weekly Church & Culture blog and check out the Daily Headline News - a collection of headlines from around the globe each weekday. We'd also love to hear from you if there is a topic that you'd like to see discussed on the Church & Culture Podcast in an upcoming episode. You can find the form to submit your questions at the bottom of the podcast page HERE.

In this episode of The Speed of Culture Podcast, Matt Britton chats with Emily Ketchen, VP & CMO of Intelligent Devices Group and International Markets at Lenovo, about the transformative role of AI in technology and marketing. From on-device AI to next-gen innovations like rollable laptops, Emily shares how Lenovo is shaping a smarter, more connected future.Follow Suzy on Twitter: @AskSuzyBizFollow Emily Ketchen on LinkedInSubscribe to The Speed of Culture on your favorite podcast platform.And if you have a question or suggestions for the show, send us an email at suzy@suzy.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of The Speed of Culture Podcast, Matt Britton sits down with Mark Weinstein, CMO of Hilton, to explore how Hilton is shaping the future of travel. From personalization powered by first-party data to passion-driven partnerships with F1 and Taylor Swift, Mark shares how Hilton is evolving to meet modern travelers where they are.Follow Suzy on Twitter: @AskSuzyBizFollow Mark Weinstein on LinkedInSubscribe to The Speed of Culture on your favorite podcast platform.And if you have a question or suggestions for the show, send us an email at suzy@suzy.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Podcasters Bobstronaut (Branson), Sotheby Laurence (Charles), and Mason (Andrew) apologize for the unfortunate circumstances that ended their new podcast. E1 on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/e1podcast