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On the forty- first episode of All the Film Things, I talked with the Film Production Coordinator for the City of Jacksonville, director/ editor Adam Madrid! Adam Madrid, who some of us regard as “the king of Jacksonville”, is an integral figure in Jacksonville who started out working as a freelancer making films, music videos, and even commercials for the Jacksonville Jaguars before becoming the Film Production Coordinator for the City of Jacksonville last year. He has been awarded the Art Innovator Award by the Cultural Council of Greater Jacksonville in 2023 and is amongst this year's Leadership Jacksonville class. Alongside his wife Monique, Adam is the City Producer for the 48 hour film project in Jacksonville and the co- founder of the LOL Jacksonville Film Festival. Adam is also the co- founder of the production company Argyle Forest Films and directs, co- produces, and co- edits every versatile film made under the company including “A Novel Idea” and “No Laughing Matter”, which won the Jacksonville 48 hour film project in 2014 leading the short to be screened at Filmapalooza in Hollywood the next year.Adam's directorial feature debut, Let Me Be Corey, is a comedy film that's been six years in the making! The film will be out very soon and I'll keep you all updated on its release on the ATFT Instagram! While you're waiting for Let Me Be Corey to premiere and later hit streaming, check out some of Adam's past work on the Argyle Forest Films Youtube channel by clicking this link!: https://www.youtube.com/@ArgyleForestFilms This is Adam's first appearance on ATFT! Adam and I met about a year ago at Jax Film Bar. It was very casual as, if I remember correctly, we were just eating dinner and someone between us had got up so we briefly talked and now, as I've gotten to know him a little more, I am seriously in awe of his journey and his passion for Jacksonville. He is the community leader this city needs and his dedication along with his motivated mindset is going to elevate Jacksonville to the film city it is. Every time I have the pleasure of chatting with him I feel inspired and motivated, especially since he's been a champion of this podcast which I cannot be more grateful for his support. This episode was recorded on April 24, 2025. In this episode, Adam talks about how his motivation and passion for filmmaking got him to where he is today, as a leading figure in the Jacksonville film industry. Filmmakers, specifically those in the 904 area, will especially benefit from Adam's interview and will be inspired to keep making films and spread the word about the city. Adam also explains the tax incentives for filming in Jacksonville, the current state of the arts in Jacksonville universities, and how he's spread the word about Jacksonville all around the world. We also discuss beloved comedy actors in stellar dramatic roles, our shared appreciation for Claire Danes, and teasing what's to come for the Jacksonville's film scene, and much more! All this and much more on the latest episode of All the Film Things!Background music created and used with permission by the Copyright Free Music - Background Music for Videos channel on YouTube.Sound Effect by freesound_community from Pixabay 

Tournament Director Mel Hammock is in studio to share details about this years' Kingfish Tournament events, which kick off tomorrow! Visit KINGFISHTOURNAMENT.COM or call 904-251-3011 for event schedules, registration details, activities, vendors, and more!

The Spirit of Place Tim Gilmore is a prolific local history author who has written extensively about Jacksonville. As the writer and creator of www.jaxpsychogeo.com, a project that explores place and catalogs the Southern Gothic, he has told more than 700 stories of strange and historic locations in and around Jacksonville, Florida. He has also published 22 books. "Ever since UNF English Professor Alex Menocal introduced me to the concept of psychogeography years ago, I've been enthralled with it," Gilmore says. "It's a portmanteau word, the psychology of geography, [meaning] something like the spirit of place. It's where the name for my website, jaxpsychogeo, comes from." Gilmore seems equally fascinated with Jacksonville and its people. He is also the founder of JaxbyJax. A literary arts festival, now in its 10th year, JaxbyJax was built on the theme of “Jacksonville Writers Writing Jacksonville.” Few writers have written about Jacksonville more than Gilmore. He joined us last November to talk about his latest book, The Culture Wars of Warren Folks.  Tim Gilmore has written 22 books including Box Broken Open: The Architecture of Ted Pappas; Murder Capital: Eight Stories, 1890s-1980s; Channeling Anna Fletcher; Repossessions: Mass Shooting in Baymeadows; The Book of Isaiah: A Vision of the Founder of a City, illustrated by Shep Shepard; Devil in the Baptist Church: Bob Gray's Unholy Trinity; and The Mad Atlas of Virginia King. Four of the works he's written for the stage have been produced by Florida State College at Jacksonville DramaWorks and his writing has appeared in numerous publications both locally and nationally. JaxPsychoGeo has received mention in publications including The Miami Herald, The Washington Post and The New Yorker and was featured in the A24 book Florida! A Hyper-Local Guide to the Flora, Fauna and Fantasy of the Most Far-Out State in America. Gilmore teaches Literature and Writing at Florida State College at Jacksonville. He's received awards from FSCJ, the Cultural Council of Greater Jacksonville and Jacksonville City Council. He holds a Ph.D. in English from the University of Florida. You can also read his twice-weekly newsletter, Tim Gilmore's deadpaper, at timgilmore.substack.com. Interviewer Shep Shepard is a professor of English at FSCJ's Nassau Center. He received his Ph.D. in English from the University of Florida and has worked as a full-time instructor at FSCJ for twenty years. In his spare time, he produces music under various monikers, edits fiction and nonfiction prose, creates digital art, and enjoys time with his wife Ana and their dogs Meka and Moxie. READ Check out Tim's work from the Library Catalog: https://jkpl.ent.sirsi.net/client/en_US/default/search/results?qu=AUTHOR%3D%22tim+gilmore%22&te=  Tim Recommends: Pyschogeographical Works I've long been a huge Cormac McCarthy fan. I've assigned The Road to numerous classes over the years. Of all the McCarthy I've read, I most highly recommend The Road and two of his earlier novels: First, there's the 1973 novel Child of God, which somehow manages to be one of the most horrifying things I've ever read and one of the most beautiful. Few writers could achieve that strange incongruous feat, perhaps none better than McCarthy. Meanwhile, his 1979 novel Suttree paints as detailed a picture of down-and-out Knoxville, Tennessee, as Joyce ever painted of Dublin. It's perhaps the greatest American psychogeographical work. When I recently read John Oliver Killens' 1954 novel Youngblood, I couldn't believe I'd not read him already. This novel, alongside Harry Crews' newly reissued 1978 memoir A Childhood, has to be among the best writings ever to come out of Georgia. The two of them work like split-screen, a Black childhood and a white childhood, both so different and so similar. Both writers had ties to Jacksonville. Crews said mid-20th century Jax was the place poor Georgia farmers went when the crops failed. Various artists and writers have used psychogeography in different ways. I've returned time and again to my favorite such writings, which I can't recommend enough – novels like Peter Ackroyd's Chatterton and Hawksmoor and Toni Morrison's Beloved. On the face of it, Ackroyd and Morrison couldn't be more different, but they both explore how culture is haunted by history and how patterns of history present themselves as ghostly. Then there's Joseph Mitchell's Joe Gould's Secret, a nonfiction account of a homeless Greenwich Village icon who claimed to have written the longest book in the world. Tim Recommends: Other Jax Authors I'd be negligent if I didn't give a shout-out to our local literary community, which runs so much deeper and wider than most locals realize and includes works like Julie Delegal's Seen and Andres Rojas's Third Winter in Our Second Country and Johnny Masiulewicz's Happy Tapir zine series. I could name dozens of other writers I admire and their works, but as soon as I attempt a long list, I'll foolishly omit someone and lose a few nights' sleep. (I already see 15 or 20 people in my mind's eye whose names I didn't mention, but could have, just now.) Anyone who wants an extensive list of writers participating in the Jax community, just look at the archives for the last nine festivals at jaxbyjax.com. I'll just say this is the 10th year of JaxbyJax Literary Arts Festival, which my wife Jo Carlisle and I founded and then relinquished to the more capable hands of Darlyn and Brad Kuhn. --- Never miss an event! 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From the haunted corners of the South to the intricate tapestry of cultural rifts, Dr. Tim Gilmore's work captivates, educates, and provokes thought. Join us as we delve into the extraordinary life and writings of a man who brings the spirit of the South to life. The Man Behind the stories Dr. Tim Gilmore is more than an author; he's a distinguished educator, community leader, and literary artist. Let's explore the facets of his remarkable life: Distinguished Faculty Award (2018): Recognized for his outstanding contributions to Literature and Writing at Florida State College at Jacksonville. Literary Artist of the Year (2018): Honored by the Cultural Council of Greater Jacksonville, showcasing his impact on the literary landscape. Civil Rights Advocate: Serving on the Jacksonville City Council's Civil Rights History Task Force, Dr. Gilmore actively contributes to the community. Ph.D. in English:** Grounded in academic excellence, his scholarly pursuits enrich his literary creations. Unearthing the Haunted South Tim doesn't merely write; he conjures the haunted South in vivid detail. Let's navigate the spectral alleys he invites readers to explore. Tim Gilmore's works have a distinctive focus on the haunted South, a region rife with history, folklore, and a unique sense of place. In the interview, he delves into what drives his fascination with this subject: Psychogeography: The Spirit of Place Psychogeography, the study of the effect of geographical environment on the emotions and behavior of individuals, plays a significant role in Gilmore's writings. – Psychogeography involves examining how our surroundings influence our emotions, memories, and perceptions. – It allows Gilmore to dive deeper into the unique character of the South and the impact of its history on the present. – His writing often acts as a psychogeographical exploration, connecting readers with the spirit of place. Unearthing the Haunted South Tim doesn't merely write; he conjures the haunted South in vivid detail. Let's navigate the spectral alleys he invites readers to explore. Tim Gilmore's works have a distinctive focus on the haunted South, a region rife with history, folklore, and a unique sense of place. In the interview, he delves into what drives his fascination with this subject: Psychogeography: The Spirit of Place Psychogeography, the study of the effect of geographical environment on the emotions and behavior of individuals, plays a significant role in Gilmore's writings. – Psychogeography involves examining how our surroundings influence our emotions, memories, and perceptions. – It allows Gilmore to dive deeper into the unique character of the South and the impact of its history on the present. – His writing often acts as a psychogeographical exploration, connecting readers with the spirit of place. Read the full blog on our website: https://www.thecontrastproject.tv/ and listen wherever you stream your favorite podcasts. ** "Thank you for joining me on The Contrast Project Lounge Podcast. Don't miss out on future episodes! Make sure to subscribe to The Contrast Project Lounge Podcast on Spotify for Podcasters and our YouTube channel or wherever you stream!" ** Music Tracks by Alex Grohl on Pixabay ** Feel free to LIKE, SHARE AND COMMENT and SMASH the SUBSCRIBE button. You can help support The Contrast Project Lounge Podcast by visiting: https://ko-fi.com/contrastprojectloungepodcast #TimGilmore #HauntedSouth #CulturalRifts #SouthernLiterature #Psychogeography #WarrenFolks #CivilRightsAdvocate #LiteraryLegacy #SouthernStories #ProvocativeReads --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-contrast-project/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-contrast-project/support

In a volatile housing market, what unique strategies can military families employ to ensure stable and affordable housing, considering the limitations of BAH and frequent moves?   This episode features Elaine Morgin, a distinguished real estate agent in the Greater Jacksonville area, specializing in military relocations and VA loans. Elaine, a military spouse with over 15 years of residence in Florida, has a deeply personal connection to her work in real estate. Her role as an Accredited Military Relocation Professional has led to her successfully assisting nearly 100 families in three years and she is dedicated to providing comfort and confidence to her clients, embodying her commitment to outstanding service in the real estate industry.   Elaine discusses the unique challenges that military families face in housing, particularly regarding VA loans and the impact of market fluctuations on relocation. She shares valuable insights from her experience as a military spouse, highlighting the difficulties in securing affordable housing and employment for military spouses, and navigating the rental market. She also dispels common myths about VA loans, emphasizing their benefits and the need for more awareness and understanding among real estate agents. The discussion extends to current market trends, strategies for military families in real estate, and the potential for investment in properties near military bases. Elaine's expertise and personal experience create a rich conversation, shedding light on the complexities of real estate transactions for military personnel and their families.   If you're involved or interested in military relocations and the dynamics of the housing market under such unique circumstances, this episode is for you! [00:00 - 17:42] The Real Estate Challenges of Military Families BAH adjustments have not sufficiently matched the cost of living increases for military families Employment challenges for military spouses exacerbate the financial strain Military families often need to make significant housing decisions based on their BAH The gap between BAH and actual housing costs puts additional financial pressure on these families Military families face challenges in securing on-base housing, often resulting in long waitlists The process of relocating, especially from overseas, can be complex and stressful for military families VA loans are a vital resource for military families, offering financial stability and adaptability in various market conditions   [17:43 - 35:21] Navigating the Market: Buying and Budgeting Tactics Military families often face tighter budgets, impacting their housing affordability and options In a competitive market, agents encourage clients to initiate conversations and negotiations, regardless of offer differences Current real estate trends show a decrease in multiple offers, with buyers needing to be strategic in their bidding For military families, buying in the right area and considering rental potential is crucial for long-term financial planning Elaine emphasizes the importance of setting realistic expectations for buyers in the negotiation process Flexibility in terms and understanding market dynamics are key in successfully securing a home, especially for VA buyers Military families often face significant stress and challenges due to limited housing inventory and high demand in preferred locations Effective communication and managing expectations are crucial for real estate agents working with military families in competitive housing markets   [35:22 - 1:00:58] The Reality of VA Appraisals: What Sellers Need to Know Appraisers and inspectors have specific guidelines to ensure the safety and sanitary conditions of homes Misconceptions about VA inspections being overly stringent are outdated and not reflective of the current process VA loans require a clear Wood Destroying Organism (WDO) report, which is a standard practice in states like Florida due to termite prevalence Sellers should not dismiss VA offers based on unfounded fears about the inspection and appraisal process VA appraisers focus on visible safety issues, such as uncovered plugs or handrails, rather than in-depth structural analysis The appraisal process is similar across VA, FHA, and conventional loans, with appraisers following their specific guidelines Real estate agents play a crucial role in educating both buyers and sellers about the realities of the VA loan process The VA appraisal process is rigorous yet fair, aimed at protecting the buyer without unnecessarily complicating the sale VA loans are often misconceived as an option only for buyers without substantial savings, overlooking their favorable interest rates and financing benefits The real estate market, including VA loans, requires agents to be adept at negotiation, understanding market trends, and managing client expectations   [1:00:59 - 1:08:27] Investing in Military Housing: Opportunities and Insights Investing in real estate near military bases, like Mayport, can be a solid long-term investment due to the consistent demand for housing from military personnel Military renters are reliable tenants as their housing allowance (BAH) ensures steady rental income, and they face serious career repercussions for non-payment Property investors should consider the unique needs and lifestyles of military families, such as proximity to bases and suitable housing sizes like three-bedroom homes Military families can leverage real estate investments for financial growth, using tools like homestead laws and VA loan benefits to their advantage   [01:08:28 - 01:20:23] Making the Most of VA Loan Benefits: Assumption and Entitlements Loan assumptions can be a lengthy process, taking up to 120 days, and often require additional financial considerations, such as the difference between the owed amount and the market value For VA loan holders, transferring a loan to another VA-eligible buyer allows them to regain their entitlements, but this is not possible when transferring to a civilian buyer When considering a VA loan assumption, it's crucial to work with a knowledgeable real estate agent who can evaluate the situation and determine if it makes financial sense The current housing market offers various opportunities, including renovation loans and investing in properties near military bases, which can be particularly beneficial for long-term financial growth Quotes:   "Anytime that I'm starting an offer it's, ‘Hey, guys, what do you want your offer to look like?' Obviously, they're always going to say, ‘What is your opinion?' That's not my offer. It's your offer. You need to tell me what you want.” – Elaine Morgin   "What am I doing to keep them from being stressed? Trust the process." – Elaine Morgin   “People don't realize how easy it is to just get a VA loan.” – Elaine Morgin   “If nobody's coming into your house and looking at your house every week, at least once, twice, you need to readjust. If you've been on the market for 84 days and you haven't had a showing, you need to reposition.” – Elaine Morgin     To contact Elain Morgin, learn more about her business, and make her a part of your network, make sure to follow him on Facebook and check out her page at Coldwell Banker.   https://www.facebook.com/elaine.morgin  https://www.coldwellbanker.com/fl/fleming-island/agents/elaine-morgin/aid-P00200000FDdqtCBeOOk8CiWFhwIW4TT2uHyyAU4    If you want to build your business and become more discoverable online, Streamlined Media has you covered. Check out how they can help you build an evergreen revenue generator all  powered by content creation!   SUBSCRIBE & LEAVE A 5-STAR REVIEW as we discuss real estate excellence with the best of the best.  

Donna Deegan joins First Coast Connect to talk about her plans and her first 100 days in office; the Cultural Council of Greater Jacksonville announces 2023 arts awards winners; we look ahead to the Jacksonville Jaguars' season.

Mel Hammock, Tournament Chairman, joins JMN to share the history of Jacksonville's "grand-daddy of them all" fishing tournament, including the Junior Anglers events, Redfish tournament, Boatique, and more. This year's event runs July 17 through 22. Call 904-251-3011 or visit Kingfishtournament.com for more information!

A 22-year-old real estate agent who acts professionally and has the consistency to build a strong and successful business is a rare sight. But that's exactly who Savannah Dougherty became after trying her luck in multiple professions during her youth until she found her vocation as a real estate agent.   Savannah Dougherty is a realtor at Sotheby's International Realty who, after having studied dental health and radiology, came into the real estate world to turn it upside down. At a young age, she was listed as one of the top real estate agents in Greater Jacksonville by the Jacksonville Business Journal, and, by 2022, with only 6 years in the industry, she had already built a 20-million-dollar business.   Tune in to this episode to learn Savannah Dougherty's secrets to success.   [00:00 - 14:20] Savannah Dougherty: From Nannying to Real Estate Agent at 22 • Savannah Doherty is a top-performing realtor at  Sotheby's International Realty, who began her career in real estate at just 22 years old.  • She jumped into real estate after studying dental health and radiology, two careers which she left due to her scoliosis and not being satisfied. And she grew to be listed as one of the top real estate agents in Greater Jacksonville and grew a 20 million-dollar business.  • Savannah believes in the importance of mentorship and sees real estate as a people business.    [14:20 - 28:12] The Importance of Education and Staying Top-of-Mind • Succeeding in the real estate business requires mastering a wide range of skills to dominate the various steps of a transaction.  • Agents should set aside time to educate themselves on changes in laws and practices in real estate. • It's important to keep in touch with past clients and prospects and use social media to stay top-of-mind, although social media can be outsourced.    [28:12 - 48:59] Relationship Building and Mentoring: The Keys to Success in Real Estate • Hiring a Transaction Coordinator (TC) to take care of everything from contract to close was a vital step for Savannah and many other agents. • Learning from mentors, doing “Ninja training,” and educating yourself with podcasts are important to improve as an agent every day.  • Best service includes constant communication and updates so clients don't feel in the dark.   [48:59 - 01:08:25] Dealing with Difficulties and Approaching Them Professionally  • Communication and a sense of urgency, and collaborating with other agents are key when dealing with transactions, which includes finding solutions before delivering bad news. • It is important to find the right brokerage that matches an agent's business style. • Agents need to understand that they are self-employed and what that entails. • The most important value a broker can provide is being available to answer questions and provide advice in a timely manner. Quotes:   "It really is all about the confidence. Being a young, newer agent and being on your own is scary. But I felt like that definitely helped me succeed." - Savannah Dougherty   "When you're a young woman in this business, people look at you, and they don't see you as a professional, but that fueled a fire in me to prove what I was capable of." - Savannah Dougherty   "Luxury is not necessarily a price point. We give white glove service to all price points." - Savannah Dougherty   To make contact with Savannah Dougherty, do business with her, and make her a part of your network, be sure to visit her business website and social media:   Savannah's business website: http://www.savsellsrealestate.com Instagram: https://instagram.com/savsellsrealestate Facebook: https://facebook.com/savsellsrealestate YouTube: https://youtube.com/@savsellsrealestate   If you want to build your business and become more discoverable online, Streamlined Media has you covered. Check out how they can help you build an evergreen revenue generator all  powered by content creation!   SUBSCRIBE & LEAVE A 5-STAR REVIEW as we discuss real estate excellence with the best of the best.  

This is the first episode of a two-part series about coping with anxiety. We discuss how it feels, what can help alleviate symptoms, and how the arts can play a role in managing stress and mental health. Part I focuses on dance and movement; part II will focus on improv and play. In this episode of Lifeyness, we explore the intersection of dance, movement, and mental health in this episode. Rebecca R. Levy, co-founder of Jacksonville Dance Theatre, discusses her personal journey with severe anxiety.  Choreographer, performer, and educator Rebecca Levy (aka Becca) has firsthand experience with  inexplicable feelings of panic, anxiety, and even terror. Most of the time these emotions seem to arise from nowhere. But she hasn't let those pressures get the best of her. Instead, she's developed a toolkit of techniques for managing anxiety and staying grounded in the moment, both on and off the stage.  Becca offers insights into how to cultivate a healthy relationship with stress and the pressures that coming with growing up, building a successful professional life, and even dealing with extreme challenges such as the Covid lockdown. In this episode of Lifeyness, we explore the intersection of dance, movement, and mental health in this episode.  We discuss: Symptoms of generalized anxiety disorder Common symptoms and treatments of anxiety What anxiety can feel like Becca's management of symptoms How movement plays a role in boosting mental health Pilates and yoga Dance Follow me! IG: book_of_lifeyness TikTok: book_of_lifeyness   Featured Youtube LINK! In this episode we refer to a short film titled "Disorder" created by Becca in collaboration with filmmaker Will Darden and composer Mark Snyder. It is a choreographic film project about mental illness based on her personal experience with Generalized Anxiety Disorder.   Rebecca's Bio Rebecca R. Levy, a choreographer, performer, and educator based in Jacksonville, Florida, creates dance works that explore the complexities of the mind, feminism, bodily autonomy, and the forces that bring people together or drive them apart. As the artistic director of Jacksonville Dance Theatre, Rebecca co-founded the company in 2012 and has been working to change the art culture of the city. Her role includes creating dances, mounting performances, commissioning new and innovative artists, and providing dance training to company members. She is also an esteemed professor of dance at Florida State College at Jacksonville, where she serves as Director and teaches a diverse range of students. Her contributions to the arts community have been recognized with numerous awards, including the 2020 Art Educator of the Year Award from the Cultural Council of Greater Jacksonville, a 2019 40 Under 40 award from The Jacksonville Business Journal, and the Outstanding Faculty of the Year in 2016. She is also a registered Certified Yoga Instructor, a certified Pilates instructor, and has experience with aerial acrobatics. Additionally, she was awarded a 2019 Individual Artist Grant from Community First Bank and a 2020 Art Ventures Individual Artist Grant for her new choreographic work, Disorder, which investigates mental illness.   Check out the Jacksonville Dance Theatre here. See JDT's Upcoming show in Jacksonville, FL! May 13, 2023: Spring Concert--InMotion    Intro and outro music credit: "Song for a New Beginning" by William Claeson   Disclaimer: the host and guests of this show are not mental health professionals. The discussion and interview here are for educational purposes only. Please seek professional help if you're experiencing distressing mental health symptoms.  

Redistricting; honoring Harriet Beecher Stowe; ADAPT: The State of the St. Johns River; Greater Jacksonville Agricultural Fair

Joy Young, Ph.D. serves as the Vice President of Programs for South Arts and has more than 25 years of experience in the arts as an entrepreneurial performing artist, arts administrator, and academic. Joy's work as a performing artist included owning a successful music studio and performing as a recitalist, sanctuary soloist, and studio and background vocalist. Her 14-year tenure with the South Carolina Arts Commission was highlighted by serving on the executive leadership team as the agency Director of Administration, Human Resources, and Operations. Prior to joining South Arts, Joy served as the Executive Director of the Cultural Council of Greater Jacksonville.Joy enjoys sharing her experiences from the field in the classroom by preparing the next generation of arts administrators in the Master of Arts in Arts Administration at Winthrop University to be adaptive leaders. Joy holds a Bachelor of Arts in Music, Master of Arts in Voice Performance, and the Ph.D. in Organizational Leadership. Her research interests include arts leadership, program assessment and evaluation, and organization and leadership adaptations amid dynamic environmental paradigms.

Robert Arleigh White's life forever changed when at 14 years old, his lifelong friend, Lenny, handed him a flyer and said, "Come on, we're gonna audition for the school play." In that moment, as Bob now recalls, Lenny handed him is life. Bob shares his winding but deliberate path, from high school teacher (11 yrs) to running Theater Jacksonville (16 yrs) , where he directed over 50 plays, to Exec Dir, Cultural Council of Greater Jacksonville (14 yrs), to VP Development Museum of Science & History (2 yrs) and finally to Principal with Robert Arleigh White + Associates, overseeing and advising nonprofit arts organizations in North Florida. Bob has also been active in promoting a host of arts related, community and civil rights initiatives. In recognition of over 20 years of successful legislative and community advocacy, the City of Jacksonville named August 12 “Robert Arleigh White Day.” Dubbed “the kindest motherfucker in the whole goddamned city,” Bob's life has been committed to assuring that everyone's story gets told. Watch his RAW Talk, “What I did with my pandemic.”Share your Swan Dive at www.swandive.us

Join hosts Chibbi and Eddie V as we welcome Ebony Payne-English to the Words and Sh*t stage! Ebony Payne-English is an author, performance artist, and educator from Jacksonville, FL. She is the first woman to establish her own chapter of the international poetry organization, Black on Black Rhyme. Ebony is curator of the Museum of Contemporary Art Jacksonville's first Hip Hop exhibition, The God MC, and is the 2017 Cultural Council of Greater Jacksonville's Emerging Artist. As recipient of the Spoken Word Gala's 2017 William Bell Humanitarian Award, Ebony volunteers as an Art Selection Panelist for the City of Jacksonville's Art In Public Places Committee. She is the Managing Director of The Performers Academy and a founding member of the Southern Fried Poetry Inc. Board of Directors. Ebony is author of the award winning poetry collection, “Secrets of Ma'at”; graphic novel, “The Random Happenings”; and has been featured in esteemed publications as well as digital outlets such as PBS's Homegrown, The Florida Times Union, WJCT's First Coast Connect, Folio Weekly, Void Magazine, and My Black Matters. In her 16 years of professional experience, Ebony's performance accolades include The Florida Theater, The New Orleans ‪House of Blues‬; Essence Festival; Nuyorican Café; Crossroads Theatre, TEDx, Jax by Jax as well as countless other colleges, universities, and prestigious entertainment venues nationwide. Her discography includes 6 albums: Old Soul (2006), Struggle's Embrace (2010), EbEnFlo (2012), School Beats (2013), Know Love (2015), and Kuongoza (2020). Ebony's educational background features Douglas Anderson School of the Arts, New World Conservatory, Florida A & M University and Florida State University. She has taught invitational workshops at venues such as the Tupac Amaru Shakur Center for the Arts, Morgan State University, HBO Brave New Voices, the National Afterschool Programming Conference and the Department of Juvenile Justice. Ebony's defining piece as a playwright was a one woman autobiographical entitled “On Purpose”, opened to critical acclaim April of 2017 at WJCT Television Studios in Jacksonville, FL. It's sequel, The Goddess Experience, is slated to open at the Times-Union Center for Performing Arts next year.

*****I DO NOT OWN THE RIGHTS TO ANY MUSIC PLAYED IN THIS EPISODE*****Erin Kendrick is an international artist and arts educator from Jacksonville, Florida. Her color-rich, acrylic ink-stained works of art and transformative installations seek to inspire a dialogue about contemporary spectatorship and the power of language as it relates to perceptions of and about black women. She has exhibited work in museums, galleries and alternative spaces throughout the United States and abroad. After receiving her formal art training at Florida State University (BFA, Studio Art, 1999) and Georgia State University (MFA, Drawing & Painting, 2003), she worked for many years as a Studio Artist and Arts Educator in Atlanta, Georgia. Although, she stepped away from the arts for 8 years to run an event design business (E. Street Design Co.), she returned to exhibiting artwork in 2016 with a renewed drive for art making and a new body of work.She is currently the Lead Visual Art Instructor at Jacksonville Arts & Music School and a Teacher Artist for Cathedral Arts Project. Having taught at every level including higher ed, she was recently named the Cultural Council of Greater Jacksonville’s 2019 Art Educator of the Year. In 2018, she was voted Best Visual Artist, Best Art Exhibition, and Best Arts Educator in Folio Weekly’s Best of Jax 2018 poll. She has won several grants including the Jackie Cornelius Art Residency Grant, the Lift Every Student Artist-In-Residence Grant, and the Community First Foundation Art Ventures Individual Artist Grant. Erin maintains a studio at CoRK Arts District. Her current initiative, “Artists Types”, helps practicing artists with career advancement by providing workshops, mini-courses, and templates for CV writing, artist statements, proposals, and more. As an educator she lives by Elbert Hubbard’s quote,"Art is not a thing. It is a way."www.eriniscreative.coFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/ErinKendrickArtistInstagram: @eriniscreative.co--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/iamlovereigns/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/iamlovereigns/support

*****I DO NOT OWN THE RIGHTS TO ANY MUSIC PLAYED IN THIS EPISODE*****Ebony Payne-English is a literary artist, performer, and educator from Jacksonville, FL. She is the first woman to establish her own chapter of the international poetry organization, Black on Black Rhyme, the 2017 Cultural Council of Greater Jacksonville’s Emerging Artist, and recipient of the Spoken Word Gala’s 2017 William Bell Humanitarian Award. She is the managing director of The Performers Academy, a 501c3 arts education organization that offers programs to benefit foster teens and other under served populations by creating special tailored programs for those who may never experience the passion of the performing arts. Ebony also serves on the Board of Directors of Southern Fried Poetry, Inc, the largest adult regional poetry slam in the nation and is director of programming for Jax Youth Poetry Slam. As author of the award winning poetry collection, Secrets of Ma’at, currently available on Amazon, Ebony has been featured in esteemed publications as well as digital outlets such as The Florida Times Union, PBS's Hometown, Derniere Vie Magazine, WJCT's First Coast Connect, and My Black Matters. In her 14 years of professional experience, Ebony’s performance accolades include The New Orleans House of Blues; Essence Festival; Nuyorican Café; Crossroads Theatre, TEDx, Jax by Jax as well as countless other colleges, universities, and prestigious entertainment venues nationwide. Her discography includes 5 albums: Old Soul (2006), Struggle’s Embrace (2010), EbEnFlo (2012), School Beats (2013), Know Love (2015). To add to her host of accomplishments, Ebony is the author of an entrepreneurial arts centered K-12 STEAM curriculum currently facilitated in over 48 after school programs across the United States. Ebony’s educational background features Douglas Anderson School of the Arts, New World Conservatory, Florida A & M University and Florida State University. Through her philanthropic work with Black on Black Rhyme Jax Foundation and Jax Youth Poetry Slam, Ebony has maintained a 100% college attendance rate amongst graduating mentees for over 5 years. She has taught invitational workshops at venues such as the University of North Florida, the Tupac Amaru Shakur Center for the Arts, Morgan State University, HBO Brave New Voices, the National Afterschool Programming Conference and the Department of Juvenile Justice.--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/iamlovereigns/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/iamlovereigns/support

Gayle Hart is the VP of Marketing for the Greater Jacksonville Agricultural Fair. She joins us on today's episode of Completely Booked to chat about the wonderful things her team does for the community and how she first became involved with the fair.

We're back for another solid week of tasty interviews with a brand new post-Thanksgiving music digestion session with Artist Advocate and Educator, Robert Arleigh White. MJbaker discussed the alternative music set she provided for her family on Turkey Day, Damien Lamar had his first "White Thanksgiving" and BlueFranswa offered tons of laughs on this episode. About Robert Arleigh White Robert Arleigh White, Principal with Robert Arleigh White + Associates, has over twenty-five years’ experience overseeing and advising nonprofit arts organizations in North Florida where he has also been active in promoting a host of arts-related, community and civil rights initiatives. In recognition of over 20 years of successful legislative and community advocacy, the City of Jacksonville named August 12 “Robert Arleigh White Day” and Jacksonville’s City Council similarly authorized a resolution in his honor. Additionally, the Cultural Council of Greater Jacksonville, where he served as executive director from 2000 to 2013, named its most prestigious award, The Robert Arleigh White Award for Advocacy. Previously, Bob served as the Executive and Artistic Director for Theatre Jacksonville where he was directly responsible for the artistic direction of fifty plays and worked to produce dozens more. A recognized artist in his own right, Bob has received numerous awards for his performances and directorial undertakings. He continues to collaborate with Charlotte Mabrey, until recently the Principal Percussionist with the Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra, in performance and story-telling events. He has also collaborated with Barbara Colaciello, first as Director of her one-woman performance piece, Life on the Diagonal, and also as a storyteller. Bob began his career in Northeast Florida as a teacher, first at Wolfson and later at Fletcher High School, where he loved learning from his students. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/tastetestlive/message

Welcome back to another episode of Taste Test Live, the tasty podcast For our forty-fifth episode, podcast hosts Damien Lamar & Blue Franswa chat with Art Life Studios founder, KD Sadler. Listen above and subscribe now to stay updated on all things tasty! In the recent past, World Arts Film Festival was held inside Main Library of Jacksonville. Students were having hands-on workshops regarding the film industry. Most of the students had learning disabilities. During the evening films from all over the world were played. Experiencing the world through our senses. KD worked with the Florida School of the Deaf and Blind, experienced a photo that was taken by a blind student and stated that she could hear the photo. KD found her drive to do her work because loves the artist inside of everyone. The evolution of the arts community, as she sees children evolve she sees the arts evolve. It’s about the inner spirit of creativity. Art Life Studios, focus is to create a space for the community. KD wanted to focus on the busy teachers, staff, volunteers etc. She wanted to focus on arts and involving the arts in school programming. About KD Sadler As an independent film professional in New York City for over 20 years, Karen Douglass Sadler produced hundreds of music videos with industry celebrities and worked in broadcast television commercials for Fortune 500 clients. KD Sadler also holds an MA in Cinema Studies from the Tisch School of the Arts, New York University, New York, NY and also holds a Visual Arts degree from Concordia University, Montreal, Canada. After moving to Jacksonville, Florida, her work focused on providing world-class multicultural arts programs for schools and communities with countless events, workshops and festivals through her organization Art Life Studios. Sadler continues to serve as a community volunteer and has produced four years of inclusive filmmaking camps with Hollywood film director Joey Travolta for children with autism.  Karen also started World Arts Film Festival which is the signature program of 501(c)3 nonprofit World Arts Education, an organization that supports diverse and inclusive arts and educational programs. Sadler has also worked in collaboration with the Office of the President, College of Education, Department of Exceptional, Deaf and Interpreter Education, Student Union, Interfaith Center, and Center for Intercultural Peace at the University of North Florida. Her work has received program funding from community sponsors including the Cultural Council of Greater Jacksonville, HEAL Foundation, MDI Holdings, PGA Tour, THE PLAYERS Championship, The Community Foundation, Women’s Giving Alliance, Girls Inc., Boys and Girls Club, CityKids Art Factory, YMCA, Police Athletic League, Duval County Public Schools, Exceptional Education Student Services, Episcopal High School, The Bolles School, City of Atlantic Beach, City of Jacksonville Beach, City of Jacksonville, and many more.   Links: --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/tastetestlive/message

Tim Gilmore writes about the haunted South.Gilmore is the author of 17 books, including a historical novel about the founder of Jacksonville, The Book of Isaiah: A Vision of the Founder of a City, illustrated by his colleague Shep Shepard, and creative nonfiction such as Goat Island Hermit: The State of Florida vs. Rollians Christopher, The Devil in the Baptist Church: Bob Gray’s Unholy Trinity, In Search of Eartha White: Storehouse for the People, The Mad Atlas of Virginia King, and Stalking Ottis Toole: A Southern Gothic. Gilmore adapted Stalking Ottis Toole as a play, which FSCJ (Florida State College at Jacksonville) Dramaworks’ Ken McCulough directed at the school’s Wilson Center in Spring 2017. Dramaworks will produce Gilmore’s The Repossession of James Edward Pough: Mass Shooting in Baymeadows in April, 2019. Repossession will be McCulough’s 50th production with FSCJ.Gilmore is the founder of JaxbyJax, a literary arts festival built on the theme of “Jacksonville Writers Writing Jacksonville.” He’s the writer and creator of www.jaxpsychogeo.com, a project that explores place and catalogues the Southern Gothic, telling the stories of nearly 450 locations in and around Jacksonville, Florida.Gilmore’s work has appeared in numerous national and Jacksonville area publications including Mark Ari’s EAT Poems, Andrei Condrescu’s Exquisite Corpse, Fiction Fix, Perversion Magazine and Jacksonville’s Folio Weekly. His first stories for Folio appeared in the mid-1990s. In late 2018, his essay “The Stories That Roam Jacksonville’s Streets” appeared in Bridge Eight Press’s anthology 15 Views of Jacksonville.Tim Gilmore has presented at numerous events and venues, including the Jacksonville Historical Society (where he’s spoken on the history of murder in Jacksonville, Eartha White, Virginia King and Rollians Christopher), the Florida Historical Society, ASALH (the Association for the Study of African-American Life and History), various Popular Culture Association and Modern Language Association conferences, the Douglas Anderson Writers’ Festival, Sleeping Giant Film Festival, and JaxbyJax Literary Arts Festival. When his book In Search of Eartha White, Storehouse for the People appeared in 2014, he gave the keynote address at the Pearls and Cuff Links Fundraiser Gala for the Clara White Mission. In February 2019, Gilmore will be the keynote speaker at the University of Florida’s English Graduate Organization symposium.Gilmore teaches Literature and Writing at Florida State College at Jacksonville, where he was awarded a 2018 Distinguished Faculty Award. The Cultural Council of Greater Jacksonville named Gilmore tSupport the show (https://www.paypal.com/paypalme2/bkuhnfl)

https://www.bittermedicineblogs.com – On today’s show we are joined by a young, Black woman, mother and poetess, Ebony Payne-English. Ebony is a literary artist, performer, and educator from Jacksonville, FL. We discuss her book of poems, “Secrets of Ma'at”, s well as the inspiration behind the book: The 42 Divine Principles of Ma'at; the codes of conduct in Kemet. Listen to learn more! About Ebony Payne-English: She is the first woman to establish her own chapter of the international poetry organization, Black on Black Rhyme, the 2017 Cultural Council of Greater Jacksonville’s Emerging Artist, and recipient of the Spoken Word Gala’s 2017 William Bell Humanitarian Award. She is the managing director of The Performers Academy, a 501c3 arts education organization that offers programs to benefit foster teens and other underserved populations by creating special tailored programs for those who may never experience the passion of the performing arts. Ebony also serves on the Board of Directors of Southern Fried Poetry, Inc, the largest adult regional poetry slam in the nation and is director of programming for Jax Youth Poetry Slam. About her book, “Secrets of Ma'at”: http://www.ebonypayneenglish.com/ Secrets of Ma'at explores the fundamental qualities of wisdom and character with which ancient rulers relied on to govern the people. This poetic interpretation of the human experience is a journey of truth, integrity, justice and balance presented to us through the colorful and inoculating vernacular of Ebony Payne-English. The 42 poem collection offers perspective on politics, religion, culture, education, family, friendship and love. #kemet #maat #ebony Follow Ebony Payne-English on Social-Media: Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/EbonyOshun Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EbonyPayneEnglish/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/EbonyOshun YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1A3S7vWrBiiUtRO_7IuLMw Book Club: Join the October Book Club! We will be reading "The Destruction of Black Civilization" by Chancellor Williams. Use this affiliate link to order your copy today: amzn.to/2znwhdp DONATE 2 THE SHOW: https://goo.gl/pTFiAC Follow Us on: Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/bittermedz Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BitterMedicineShow/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bittermedicine Tumblr: https://www.tumblr.com/blog/bittermedz Website: https://goo.gl/DywnPr Follow KWAZ RADIO: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KWAZRADIO/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kwazradio Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/kwazradio YouTube: https://goo.gl/a6eXJZ Website: https://www.kwazradio.com