Podcasts about The Starry Night

Too often, the word chaos is burdened with a negative connotation. Think: disorder, confusion, unpredictability, and lack of control that overwhelms or destabilizes. It is often associated with evil or malevolence, a consequence of what some call sin, undermining god's so-called perfect order. It is a view requiring walls to be arrow straight, all corners set at a perfect 90 degrees, all circles absolutely round, all hearts focused on pleasuring Sky Daddy, who defeated Satan, the one accused of being the author of ungodly chaos. The Devil angle is where the negative connotations are derived. This simplistic perspective overlooks...

#162 NYC Itinerary: Art, Flowers, Soda Floats & More In this episode of The Everyday Bucket List Podcast, Karen, Rich, and Cedric share a relaxing 1-day New York City itinerary packed with iconic NYC attractions, great food, modern art, and classic New York experiences. From seeing Vincent van Gogh's The Starry Night at MoMA to walking through Central Park and ending the day with old-fashioned soda floats at Lexington Candy Shop, this Manhattan day trip is full of realistic travel inspiration and practical NYC tips. They talk about visiting the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA), exploring Central Park during tulip season, eating gluten-free food in NYC, and experiencing one of New York City's most nostalgic old-school soda fountains. In this episode, we cover: MoMA, The Starry Night + NYC museum tips Central Park walking spots + Conservatory Garden Lexington Candy Shop, gluten-free food + NYC travel tips We also share transportation advice, portable charger travel tips, and ideas for planning a simple but memorable New York City day trip. Whether you're planning your first NYC vacation or looking for a simple Manhattan itinerary with art, food, parks, and classic New York charm, this episode will help you plan a fun and realistic day in the city. CLICK THE LINKS BELOW OR CUT AND PASTE THEM INTO YOUR BROWSER: Binge-listen to my New York Bucket List Ideas playlist https://open.spotify.com/playlist/07q6GH9BLjr3PWgCxOjreB?si=w9BDltD9RsmOHkao9lyPoA&pi=kg_a0reoT6i9C Binge-listen to my playlist about traveling to Europe https://bit.ly/4g4Bb07 Listen to these episodes next: Spring Bucket List: See the Most Beautiful Tulip Garden in the World Spotify or Apple (Ep157)   RESOURCES: Portable Phone Charger https://amzn.to/4nJd8Ji Grab a copy of The Everyday Bucket List Book https://amzn.to/3vwxz2K Support my work: https://buymeacoffee.com/edbl   Connect with me: Website: KarenCordaway.com Twitter (X): @KarenCordaway https://x.com/karencordaway Pinterest: @Everyday_Bucket_List https://www.pinterest.com/EverydayBucketList/ TikTok: @Everyday_Bucket_List https://www.tiktok.com/@everyday_bucket_list   If you're enjoying this podcast, please rate and review it to let me know what content you want more of! Disclaimer: Some outbound links financially benefit the podcast. Using them is a small way to support the show at zero cost to you. I only endorse products I personally use or would recommend to close friends and family. https://karencordaway.com/disclaimer/    

We find out why art could be the secret to living longer and how you can view the National Gallery's world-renowned collections from the comfort of your home, wherever you are, with its virtual tours. Plus, the German golfer Leonie Harm wins her first professional title, 13 years after she was given a 1% chance of survival. She was hit by a drunk driver and ended up in a coma. Also, we meet the man who risked his life to save critically endangered Mountain Bongos and, the woman in the UK who is knitting blankets for newborn babes to say thank you to hospital staff for saving her sight.Our weekly collection of inspiring, uplifting and happy news from around the world.(Photo: Van Gogh's Starry Night on display at the National Gallery in London. Credit: NEIL HALL/EPA-EFE/REX/Shutterstock)Presenter: Holly Gibbs. Music composed by Iona Hampson

In today's episode of The Quiz, we're testing your knowledge on everything from towering architectural icons to the mysteries of the English language. Can you answer these? Skyscraper Trivia: We head to the Midwest to look at a legendary skyline. In which major American city will you find the iconic Willis Tower, which was formerly known as the Sears Tower? WWI History: We uncover a massive wartime secret. In the famous intercepted Zimmermann Telegram of World War I, Germany proposed a secret military alliance with which North American country? Linguistic Riddles: We wrap things up with a tricky word puzzle. Can you name the longest English word that features all of its letters arranged in perfect reverse alphabetical order? Play. Share. Listen, with the winner of ‘What Did I Miss' Season 2, Sunny Jo Mujovic. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What if the funding to grow your quilting business was already sitting in your local community, waiting for someone like you to apply for it? In this episode of the Craft To Career Podcast, I'm talking with Eva Saunders of Gingerly Quilt Co. about the unique way she has grown her quilting business: by applying for and receiving local grants for small creative businesses. These grants have helped Eva develop online quilting courses, invest in her ideas, and grow Gingerly Quilt Co. without relying only on pattern sales. Her story is such a good reminder that there are creative ways to fund a quilting business, and sometimes the resources you need may be closer than you think. Eva has also created a beautiful and memorable niche as a quilt pattern designer. With her background and love for art history, she designs quilts inspired by famous works of art and artistic movements. From a Starry Night quilt inspired by Van Gogh to Art Deco quilt patterns, Eva brings fine art into quilting in a way that feels fresh, meaningful, and completely her own. In this episode, we will talk about: How Eva discovered grant opportunities in her local community What the grant application process looked like for her creative business Why niching down into art history quilts helped her stand out as a pattern designer How she turns famous artwork into quiltable designs The unique construction methods behind her art quilts How turning quilt patterns into online quilting courses opened up new revenue streams What it looks like to build a quilting business around your personal interests and expertise Listen to this episode if you: Are a quilt pattern designer looking for new ways to fund your business Have wondered if grants for small creative businesses could help you grow Want to create more unique and memorable quilt patterns Are interested in art quilts, art history quilts, or fine-art-inspired quilting Feel like you need help finding a niche that feels true to you Want to learn how online quilting courses can become another revenue stream Eva's story is full of practical insight and creative inspiration. Whether you are dreaming of applying for a grant, creating a course, or developing a niche pattern design style of your own, this conversation will give you so much to think about. About Eva Saunders Eva Saunders is the quilt pattern designer behind Gingerly Quilt Co. Her work blends quilting, art history, and creative construction methods to create patterns that feel like works of art. Through Gingerly Quilt Co., Eva creates art-inspired quilt patterns and online quilting courses that help quilters bring famous artwork and beautiful design movements into their own quilts.

Hello, Beautiful...I'm so grateful you're here with me. Struggling to unwind before bedtime? This calming sleep story on the SLEEP podcast is designed to help you relax your mind, ease stress, and gently fall asleep beneath a peaceful starry sky. ✨

Are you a morning or an evening person, or something in between? With Leonie Balter, we explore how such chronotypes and biological rhythms shape mental health and symptoms across the lifespan. The episode covers what chronotypes really are, if people feel younger or older depending on their sleep, and whether insomnia treatments should be tailored to our internal clocks. We discuss how psychiatric symptoms and syndromes relate to circadian patterns, what shifting chronotypes might signal about resilience or vulnerability, and why the dopamine system is central to this field. Van Gogh's painting The Starry Night (do a web search) opens a conversation about insomnia, creativity, and mood disorders. We end with a look at current projects and the big questions driving future research. The episode is in English. Programledare: Sandra Tamm och Mats Lekander Musik: Mats Lekander Piano: Fredrik Ullén

The Daily Quiz - Art and Literature Today's Questions: Question 1: Which book contains the character 'Leopold Bloom'? Question 2: Which piece of written work starts with the line 'Harry Potter was a highly unusual boy in many ways.'? Question 3: Which book contains the character 'Celie'? Question 4: Who painted "The Starry Night" in 1889? Question 5: The painting "The Gleaners" by Jean-François Millet is a part of which art movement? Question 6: With what art movement was Salvador Dali associated? Question 7: Which author wrote 'War and Peace'? Question 8: Which 1950's art movement presented a challenge to traditions of fine art by including imagery from popular and mass culture? Question 9: Which nationality was the author of the 1817 novel "Rob Roy", just like the hero of the story? This podcast is produced by Klassic Studios Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Fluent Fiction - Dutch: From Chaos to Commitment: A Proposal Amid Van Gogh's Masterpieces Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/nl/episode/2026-02-27-08-38-20-nl Story Transcript:Nl: Het was een koude winterdag in Amsterdam.En: It was a cold winter day in Amsterdam.Nl: Buiten lagen de grachten onder een dunne laag sneeuw en de lucht was een scherpe, bleke grijs die de stad omhulde.En: Outside, the canals were covered with a thin layer of snow, and the air was a sharp, pale gray that enveloped the city.Nl: Jeroen stond in de rij bij de garderobe van het Van Gogh Museum, zijn handen trilden lichtjes van de zenuwen.En: Jeroen stood in line at the cloakroom of the Van Gogh Museum, his hands trembling slightly with nerves.Nl: Vandaag zou hij Anke, zijn grote liefde, ten huwelijk vragen.En: Today he would ask Anke, his great love, to marry him.Nl: Zijn hart klopte sneller, niet alleen van de kou.En: His heart was beating faster, not just because of the cold.Nl: Jeroen zette zijn tas neer om zijn jas uit te doen.En: Jeroen put down his bag to take off his coat.Nl: Plotseling hoorde hij een vriendelijke stem achter zich: "Pardon, mag ik even langs?"En: Suddenly he heard a friendly voice behind him: "Excuse me, may I pass by?"Nl: Het was Bastiaan, een afwezige toerist met een tas die precies leek op die van Jeroen.En: It was Bastiaan, a distracted tourist with a bag that looked exactly like Jeroen's.Nl: In een moment van verstrooidheid pakte Jeroen de verkeerde tas mee.En: In a moment of absent-mindedness, Jeroen took the wrong bag with him.Nl: Binnen in het museum was het warm en sfeervol.En: Inside the museum, it was warm and atmospheric.Nl: De muren waren versierd met Van Goghs meesterwerken.En: The walls were adorned with Van Gogh's masterpieces.Nl: Anke keek met bewondering naar schilderijen zoals "De Sterrennacht" en "Zonnebloemen."En: Anke looked in admiration at paintings like "The Starry Night" and "Sunflowers."Nl: Haar ogen straalden en Jeroen voelde zijn hart smelten.En: Her eyes sparkled, and Jeroen felt his heart melt.Nl: Maar zijn enthousiasme sloeg om in paniek toen hij besefte dat hij de tas van Bastiaan had.En: But his enthusiasm turned to panic when he realized that he had Bastiaan's bag.Nl: Hij wist dat hij snel moest handelen.En: He knew he had to act quickly.Nl: "Anke," zei Jeroen, "wat denk je ervan als we even apart rondkijken?En: "Anke," Jeroen said, "what do you think about us looking around separately for a while?Nl: Zo kunnen we meer zien en straks weer bij elkaar komen."En: That way we can see more and come back together later."Nl: Anke knikte enthousiast, haar aandacht bij de kunst.En: Anke nodded enthusiastically, her attention on the art.Nl: Jeroen begon door de zalen te dwalen, zijn ogen speurend naar Bastiaan.En: Jeroen began wandering through the rooms, his eyes searching for Bastiaan.Nl: Hij liep door de drukke galerijen, het zachte gefluister van bezoekers om hem heen.En: He walked through the busy galleries, the soft whisper of visitors around him.Nl: Het uur tikte weg en nog steeds geen teken van Bastiaan.En: The hour ticked away and still no sign of Bastiaan.Nl: Jeroen liep met lichte wanhoop naar een nieuwe zaal toen hij Bastiaan eindelijk zag.En: Jeroen walked with slight desperation into a new room when he finally saw Bastiaan.Nl: Op hetzelfde moment liep Anke op Jeroen af, vol verhalen over de schilderijen die ze had gezien.En: At the same moment, Anke walked up to Jeroen, full of stories about the paintings she had seen.Nl: Jeroen nam een diepe adem en besloot ter plekke.En: Jeroen took a deep breath and decided on the spot.Nl: Zonder ring, zonder de perfecte woorden, maar met liefdevol improvisatie.En: Without a ring, without the perfect words, but with loving improvisation.Nl: Hij pakte Ankes handen vast en keek haar in de ogen.En: He took Anke's hands and looked her in the eyes.Nl: "Anke, elke dag met jou is als een prachtig schilderij.En: "Anke, every day with you is like a beautiful painting.Nl: Wil je de rest van je leven met mij delen?"En: Would you like to share the rest of your life with me?"Nl: vroeg hij, zijn stem vol emotie.En: he asked, his voice full of emotion.Nl: Anke keek verbaasd, maar haar ogen vulden zich met tranen van geluk.En: Anke looked surprised, but her eyes filled with tears of joy.Nl: "Ja, natuurlijk wil ik dat!"En: "Yes, of course, I want that!"Nl: zei ze, hem omhelsend.En: she said, embracing him.Nl: Op dat moment verscheen Bastiaan, met een verontschuldigende lach en Jeroens tas.En: At that moment, Bastiaan appeared, with an apologetic smile and Jeroen's bag.Nl: "Sorry, ik denk dat we onze tassen hebben verwisseld," zei Bastiaan, terwijl hij de tas overhandigde.En: "Sorry, I think we swapped our bags," Bastiaan said as he handed over the bag.Nl: Jeroen haalde opgelucht adem, haalde de ring tevoorschijn en schoof hem om Ankes vinger.En: Jeroen breathed a sigh of relief, took out the ring, and slid it onto Anke's finger.Nl: Het was geen perfecte uitvoering van zijn plan, maar de liefde en oprechte woorden waren genoeg.En: It wasn't a perfect execution of his plan, but the love and sincere words were enough.Nl: Zo leerde Jeroen dat soms, midden in chaos en onverwachte wendingen, de mooiste momenten ontstaan.En: Thus Jeroen learned that sometimes, amidst chaos and unexpected turns, the most beautiful moments arise.Nl: Want uiteindelijk was de liefde het enige dat telde.En: Because ultimately, love was the only thing that mattered. Vocabulary Words:enveloped: omhuldetrembling: trildennerves: zenuwenabsent-mindedness: verstrooidheidadorned: versierdadmiration: bewonderingsparkled: straaldenenthusiasm: enthousiasmepanic: paniekwander: dwalendesperation: wanhoopimprovisation: improvisatieemotion: emotieembracing: omhelsendapologetic: verontschuldigendeexecution: uitvoeringsincere: oprechteamidst: midden inchaos: chaosunexpected: onverwachtearise: ontstaanultimately: uiteindelijklayer: laagsharp: scherpegalleries: galerijentick: tikhanded: overhandigdemattered: teldeswap: verwisseldrelief: opgelucht

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Fall asleep beneath the swirling stars of Vincent Van Gogh's Starry Night in this deeply soothing sleep hypnosis with Andrew Green.Designed for bedtime, this guided meditation uses progressive muscle relaxation, gentle hypnotic suggestion, and dreamlike imagery to help your body release tension and your mind grow quiet. Led by the calm male voice of Andrew Green, you're invited into a slow, peaceful journey where the night sky feels alive, protective, and endlessly calming.As the stars drift and the sky softens, breathing deepens and rest arrives naturally. Many listeners fall asleep before the session ends and wake feeling calmer, lighter, and deeply restored.Use this track whenever you want to let go of the day and drift into sleep beneath a painted sky made for dreaming.

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Fluent Fiction - Dutch: Whispers of Love in Amsterdam's Van Gogh Museum Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/nl/episode/2026-01-20-23-34-02-nl Story Transcript:Nl: De winter had Amsterdam in zijn koude greep, maar het Van Gogh Museum was warm en levendig.En: Winter had Amsterdam in its icy grasp, but the Van Gogh Museum was warm and vibrant.Nl: Winterlichten schenen door besneeuwde ramen en verlichtten meesterwerken zoals "De Sterrennacht" en "Zonnebloemen".En: Winter lights shone through snowy windows, illuminating masterpieces like "The Starry Night" and "Sunflowers."Nl: In die drukte werkten Sven en Lotte als gidsen voor een speciale tentoonstelling.En: In that bustling environment, Sven and Lotte worked as guides for a special exhibition.Nl: Sven liep door de marmeren gangen, zijn ogen vaak op zoek naar Lotte.En: Sven walked through the marble halls, his eyes often searching for Lotte.Nl: Hij kende elk werk van Van Gogh bijna uit zijn hoofd.En: He knew almost every work of Van Gogh by heart.Nl: Zijn liefde voor kunst was groot, maar zijn liefde voor Lotte nog groter.En: His love for art was great, but his love for Lotte was even greater.Nl: Ondanks zijn kennis en enthousiasme vond hij geen woorden om zijn diepste gevoelens aan haar te uiten.En: Despite his knowledge and enthusiasm, he couldn't find words to express his deepest feelings to her.Nl: Lotte was altijd bezig met een groep bezoekers.En: Lotte was always busy with a group of visitors.Nl: Haar liefde voor geschiedenis en kunst straalde af op iedereen om haar heen.En: Her love for history and art radiated to everyone around her.Nl: Samen met Sven vormde ze een geweldig team.En: Together with Sven, she made a great team.Nl: Voor haar was Sven een goede vriend, iemand die altijd daar was, maar niet meer dan dat.En: To her, Sven was a good friend, someone who was always there, but nothing more than that.Nl: Vandaag was het museum drukker dan ooit.En: Today, the museum was busier than ever.Nl: Bezoekers stonden geduldig in de rij voor beroemde schilderijen.En: Visitors patiently stood in line for famous paintings.Nl: Tijdens hun korte pauze besloot Sven dat het tijd was.En: During their short break, Sven decided it was time.Nl: Zijn hart klopte in zijn keel toen hij Lotte uitnodigde voor een kop koffie in het kleine café van het museum.En: His heart pounded in his throat as he invited Lotte for a cup of coffee in the museum's small café.Nl: Zittend aan een hoektafel, vertelde Sven een verhaal.En: Sitting at a corner table, Sven told a story.Nl: "Wist je dat Van Gogh verliefd was op zijn nicht, Kee Vos?", zei Sven zacht.En: "Did you know that Van Gogh was in love with his cousin, Kee Vos?" Sven said softly.Nl: Lotte keek hem nieuwsgierig aan.En: Lotte looked at him curiously.Nl: "Hij schreef haar brieven, maar zij wees hem af.En: "He wrote her letters, but she rejected him.Nl: Het was... een moeilijke liefde." Sven stopte even, zijn ogen keken diep in de hare.En: It was... a difficult love." Sven paused for a moment, his eyes looking deeply into hers.Nl: "Soms... soms voel ik me een beetje zoals Van Gogh," zei hij voorzichtig.En: "Sometimes... sometimes I feel a bit like Van Gogh," he said cautiously.Nl: Lotte's ogen verbreedden zich.En: Lotte's eyes widened.Nl: Ze legde zacht een hand op zijn arm.En: She gently placed a hand on his arm.Nl: "Bedoel je dat je...?" vroeg ze onzeker, maar met een sprankje hoop.En: "Do you mean that you...?" she asked uncertainly, but with a glimmer of hope.Nl: Sven knikte, zijn gezicht rood.En: Sven nodded, his face red.Nl: "Ik bewonder je niet alleen om je kennis, Lotte.En: "I don't just admire you for your knowledge, Lotte.Nl: Ik... ik voel meer voor je."En: I... I feel more for you."Nl: De stilte tussen hen was gevuld met de zachte geluiden van het café.En: The silence between them was filled with the soft sounds of the café.Nl: Lotte glimlachte eindelijk, een warme, begripvolle blik in haar ogen.En: Lotte finally smiled, a warm and understanding look in her eyes.Nl: Weet je, Sven, ik dacht altijd dat we gewoon vrienden waren.En: "You know, Sven, I always thought we were just friends.Nl: Maar nu je het zegt... Misschien voel ik ook meer."En: But now that you mention it... Maybe I feel more too."Nl: Zij lachte, en Sven voelde zich alsof een groot schilderij eindelijk tot leven kwam.En: She laughed, and Sven felt as if a great painting had finally come to life.Nl: Zijn angst was verdwenen en er was iets nieuws in de plaats gekomen: vertrouwen.En: His fear was gone, replaced by something new: confidence.Nl: Vertrouwen dat misschien, net zoals Van Gogh's penseelstreken, dingen niet altijd perfect beginnen, maar groeien in iets prachtigs.En: Confidence that maybe, just like Van Gogh's brushstrokes, things don't always start perfectly, but grow into something beautiful.Nl: De winter buiten leek minder kil.En: The winter outside seemed less cold.Nl: Ze liepen samen terug naar de tentoonstelling, hun toekomst gevuld met kunst, geschiedenis en iets heel bijzonders: elkaar.En: They walked back to the exhibition together, their future filled with art, history, and something very special: each other. Vocabulary Words:icy: koudegrasp: greepvibrant: levendigmasterpieces: meesterwerkenbustling: druktemarble: marmerenadmire: bewonderenthusiasm: enthousiasmepatiently: geduldigthroat: keelcautiously: voorzichtigcuriously: nieuwsgieriggently: zachtunderstanding: begripvolleconfidence: vertrouwenperfectly: perfectbrilliant: prachtigsilluminate: verlichtenguide: gidsenheartened: verblijdenvironment: omgevingexpress: uitenwrap: wikkelenoverlook: overzienimmerse: onderdompeleninvite: uitnodigenpause: pauzeuncertainly: onzekerfill: vuldenenveloped: omhulden

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Fluent Fiction - Dutch: When Art and Hearts Collide: A Winter's Day at Van Gogh Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/nl/episode/2026-01-07-23-34-02-nl Story Transcript:Nl: In de koude winterlucht van Amsterdam dwarrelden kleine sneeuwvlokken op de grachten.En: In the cold winter air of Amsterdam, small snowflakes drifted onto the canals.Nl: Het was een rustige middag, perfect om het Van Gogh Museum te bezoeken.En: It was a quiet afternoon, perfect for visiting the Van Gogh Museum.Nl: Binnen vulden zachte gesprekken en het geluid van voetstappen de ruimte, waardoor de sfeer kalm en geconcentreerd aanvoelde.En: Inside, soft conversations and the sound of footsteps filled the space, creating a calm and focused atmosphere.Nl: De muren hingen vol met Van Goghs meesterwerken, elk meer indrukwekkend dan de vorige.En: The walls were lined with Van Gogh's masterpieces, each more impressive than the last.Nl: Bram stond voor "De Sterrennacht," een schilderij dat zijn aandacht steeds weer trok.En: Bram stood in front of "The Starry Night," a painting that always captivated his attention.Nl: De diepe blauwtinten en de wervelende sterren gaven hem altijd een gevoel van verwondering.En: The deep blue tones and swirling stars always gave him a sense of wonder.Nl: Maar vandaag voelde hij niets.En: But today, he felt nothing.Nl: Hij zuchtte diep, zijn creatieve blokkade voelde als een zware last.En: He sighed deeply, his creative block felt like a heavy burden.Nl: Hij hoopte dat een langer verblijf in het museum hem de inspiratie zou geven die hij zocht.En: He hoped that a longer stay in the museum would give him the inspiration he was seeking.Nl: Aan de andere kant van de zaal stond Femke.En: On the other side of the room stood Femke.Nl: Als historicus vond ze de invloed van kunst op de cultuur fascinerend.En: As a historian, she found the influence of art on culture fascinating.Nl: Ze keek ook naar "De Sterrennacht."En: She was also looking at "The Starry Night."Nl: Ze was kritisch over moderne kunst en was gefrustreerd dat de betekenis van historische kunst verloren leek te gaan.En: She was critical of modern art and was frustrated that the meaning of historical art seemed to be lost.Nl: Bram merkte Femke op.En: Bram noticed Femke.Nl: Hij zag haar intense blik en voelde een onverklaarbare drang om met haar te praten.En: He saw her intense gaze and felt an inexplicable urge to talk to her.Nl: "Dit schilderij is toch prachtig?"En: "This painting is beautiful, isn't it?"Nl: vroeg hij aarzelend.En: he asked hesitantly.Nl: Femke glimlachte.En: Femke smiled.Nl: "Ja, heel indrukwekkend.En: "Yes, very impressive.Nl: Maar ik vraag me af hoe mensen nu naar zulke kunst kijken."En: But I wonder how people view such art now."Nl: Ze raakten in gesprek.En: They struck up a conversation.Nl: Bram legde zijn worsteling uit en Femke luisterde geïnteresseerd.En: Bram explained his struggle, and Femke listened with interest.Nl: Ze bespraken hoe Van Gogh ons erin slaagde emoties over te brengen met kleur.En: They discussed how Van Gogh managed to convey emotions with color.Nl: Bram vertelde over zijn wens om datzelfde gevoel in zijn eigen werk te stoppen.En: Bram talked about his desire to put the same feeling into his own work.Nl: Femke vond zijn passie inspirerend, ondanks haar aanvankelijke aarzeling over de moderne aanpak.En: Femke found his passion inspiring, despite her initial hesitation about the modern approach.Nl: "Misschien zijn moderne interpretaties zo slecht nog niet," gaf ze toe.En: "Maybe modern interpretations aren't so bad after all," she admitted.Nl: Hun gesprek leek eindeloos te duren.En: Their conversation seemed to last indefinitely.Nl: Ze deelden meningen en gedachten, ontdekten overeenkomsten en acceptabele verschillen.En: They shared opinions and thoughts, discovering similarities and acceptable differences.Nl: Bram voelde een nieuwe vonk, een hernieuwde inspiratie die hij al maanden niet gevoeld had.En: Bram felt a new spark, a renewed inspiration he hadn't felt in months.Nl: Voordat ze het wisten, was de middag bijna om.En: Before they knew it, the afternoon was almost over.Nl: Maar in plaats van afscheid te nemen, spraken Bram en Femke af om snel weer te ontmoeten.En: But instead of saying goodbye, Bram and Femke planned to meet again soon.Nl: "Misschien kan ik je meer laten zien van mijn kunst," stelde Bram voor.En: "Maybe I can show you more of my art," Bram suggested.Nl: "Dat lijkt me heel leuk," antwoordde Femke met een warme glimlach.En: "That sounds great," replied Femke with a warm smile.Nl: Terwijl ze het museum verlieten en de frisse sneeuwlucht weer betraden, voelden ze beiden een verandering.En: As they left the museum and re-entered the fresh snowy air, they both felt a change.Nl: Bram was nieuw geïnspireerd, en Femke stond nu meer open voor nieuwe perspectieven.En: Bram was newly inspired, and Femke was now more open to new perspectives.Nl: De Van Gogh Museumdag was meer geweest dan een eenvoudige kennismaking met kunst.En: The Van Gogh Museum day had been more than a simple acquaintance with art.Nl: Het had geleid tot een onverwachte ontmoeting, creatief herstel en het begin van iets bijzonders tussen Bram en Femke.En: It had led to an unexpected meeting, creative recovery, and the beginning of something special between Bram and Femke. Vocabulary Words:drifted: dwarreldencanals: grachtenmasterpieces: meesterwerkencaptivated: trokdeep: diepetones: blauwtintenswirling: wervelendewonder: verwonderingsigh: zuchtteblock: blokkadeheavy: zwareburden: lasturge: dranghesitantly: aarzelendcritically: kritischfascinating: fascinerendstruggle: worstelingconvey: overbrengenpassion: passieinspiring: inspirerendinterpreations: interpretatiesinitial: aanvankelijkesimilarities: overeenkomstenspark: vonkrenewed: hernieuwdeacquaintance: kennismakingrecovery: herstelperspectives: perspectievenunexpected: onverwachteconversation: gesprek

Pastor Eric Silberschmidt UNITY Lutheran Church Brookfield, WI

Rev. Ivan Pitts wraps up our Starry Night series with an invitation for all of us to be a light in the darkness.

Rev. Ivan Pitts wraps up our Starry Night series with an invitation for all of us to be a light in the darkness.

Kerry Clare is the first to admit that if her own book was selected for a prize her opinion would probably change. At least part of it. The writer and critic joins the show to shed light on a few of her favourite books that were left off the awards circuit this year. CBC Books producer Lucy Mann recommends one of the most popular, out of this world books of 2025. Plus, find out what musician Logan Richard reads to remind himself to be grateful. Books discussed on this week's show include:The Seaside Cafe Metropolis by Antanas SileikaStarry, Starry Night by Shani MootooProperty by Kate CayleyAtmosphere by Taylor Jenkins ReidWhen Breath Becomes Air by Paul Kalanithi

Mama, we, too, are called to be seekers of the Morning Star! As His light rises in our hearts, may we stay watchful for His leading, courageous to follow where He shines, and ready to offer our best in joyful worship and service.“…the star they had seen when it rose went ahead of them until it stopped over the place where the child was. When they saw the star, they were overjoyed.” -Matthew 2:9b (NIV)From the patriarchs to the prophets, from shepherds to wise men, this Advent journey traces the radiant thread of promise woven through some of Scripture's most luminous figures. Join us for Day 7 of this journey Beneath the Starry Night.

Mama, join us as we rejoice that Heaven's good news brought great joy, and its peace rests upon all who believe!“And there were shepherds living out in the fields nearby, keeping watch over their flocks at night. An angel of the Lord appeared to them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were terrified. But the angel said to them, ‘Do not be afraid. I bring you good news that will cause great joy for all the people. Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is the Messiah, the Lord.'” -Luke 2:8-11 (NIV)From the patriarchs to the prophets, from shepherds to wise men, this Advent journey traces the radiant thread of promise woven through some of Scripture's most luminous figures. Join us for Day 6 of this journey Beneath the Starry Night.

Mama, whatever darkness surrounds you—corruption, confusion, or chaos—you can find peace under His leadership and direction through His Spirit!“The people walking in darkness have seen a great light; on those living in the land of deep darkness a light has dawned.” -Isaiah 9:2 (NIV)From the patriarchs to the prophets, from shepherds to wise men, this Advent journey traces the radiant thread of promise woven through some of Scripture's most luminous figures. Join us for Day 5 of this journey Beneath the Starry Night.

Mama, God's thoughts toward us are infinite, his love endures forever, and his watchful eyes are always upon us! Praise be to God!“When I consider your heavens, the work of your fingers, the moon and the stars, which you have set in place, what is mankind that you are mindful of them, human beings that you care for them?” -Psalm 8:3-4 (NIV)From the patriarchs to the prophets, from shepherds to wise men, this Advent journey traces the radiant thread of promise woven through some of Scripture's most luminous figures. Join us for Day 4 of this journey Beneath the Starry Night.

Mama, Jesus has brought the presence of heaven to us, here on earth. How wonderful a gift for us to receive!“...He [Jacob] stopped for the night because the sun had set. Taking one of the stones there, he put it under his head and lay down to sleep. He had a dream in which he saw a stairway resting on the earth, with its top reaching to heaven, and the angels of God were ascending and descending on it. There above it stood the Lord, and he said: “I am the Lord, the God of your father Abraham and the God of Isaac. I will give you and your descendants the land on which you are lying.” -Genesis 28:11b-13 (NIV)From the patriarchs to the prophets, from shepherds to wise men, this Advent journey traces the radiant thread of promise woven through some of Scripture's most luminous figures. Join us for Day 3 of this journey Beneath the Starry Night.

Mama, as believers, we lift our eyes toward the second coming of our Beloved Jesus. “He [Isaac] went out to the field one evening to meditate, and as he looked up, he saw camels approaching. Rebekah also looked up and saw Isaac.” -Genesis 24:63-64a (NIV)From the patriarchs to the prophets, from shepherds to wise men, this Advent journey traces the radiant thread of promise woven through some of Scripture's most luminous figures. Join us for Day 2 of this journey Beneath the Starry Night.

Sleep better and Stress Less— with Abide, a Christian meditation app that provides a biblically grounded place to experience peace and progress in your relationship with Christ. We hope this biblical sleep meditation, narrated by James Seawood, helps your body relax and your mind rest on the truth found in scripture. As you rest, take a journey back to ancient Israel, where you’ll step out into the peaceful streets of Jerusalem. Experience the beauty of the night sky and marvel at God’s handiwork. For a 30 day free trial of our premium ad-free content, your trusted friend for better sleep is right here: https://abide.com/peaceDiscover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us

“He took him outside and said, ‘Look up at the sky and count the stars—if indeed you can count them.' Then he said to him, ‘So shall your offspring be.'” (Genesis 15:5 NIV)Hello sweet friends! Instead of Mothering Monday, we're sharing a special December teaching inside your Mothering Kit called “Beneath the Starry Nights.”In this beautiful seven-day devotional, Macy invites us to look up just like the moms, shepherds, patriarchs, and prophets did throughout Scripture—and remember the awe and wonder of God written in the skies. From Genesis to Revelation, we see His story stretched across the heavens, reminding us of His majesty, His power, and His tender care for each one of us.This month, as you read, meditate, and “chew” on the Word like a peaceful little sheep, we pray you feel God's nearness and His delight over you. He knows every star by name… and He knows you by name.

Mama, may your heart shine with the same wonder and light of Jesus to those around you! “He took him outside and said, 'Look up at the sky and count the stars—if indeed you can count them.' Then he said to him, 'So shall your offspring be.'" (Genesis 15:5 NIV)From the patriarchs to the prophets, from shepherds to wise men, this Advent journey traces the radiant thread of promise woven through some of Scripture's most luminous figures. Join us for Day 1 of this journey Beneath the Starry Night. 

This week was National Christmas Lights Day! Perfect for our new series "Starry Night," with Matthew 5 inviting US to be the Christmas lights.

This week was National Christmas Lights Day! Perfect for our new series "Starry Night," with Matthew 5 inviting US to be the Christmas lights.

Send us a textPlaywright Clara Rodriguez jumped into the Playwright's Spotlight in the midst of the run of her latest play - Pointy Scissors. In this discussion, we delve into the theatre company at Theatre West in Los Angeles and their Writers in Residence program. We unpack her journey into playwriting and her motivation and inspiration, the fees and benefits of various theatre companies, her steps after production, the cautions of acquiring an agent, and resources and her process of playwriting. We also chat about feedback and rewrites, letting go of creative control, writing workshops, living in the creative "world", writing comedy and defining weird. We also talk about the benefits of improv in the realm of playwriting and approaching character. Clara brings a plethora of knowledge and uncommon resources when it comes to the craft. Enjoy!For tickets to Pointy Scissors at Theatre West in Los Angeles through December 7th, visit - https://www.eventbrite.com/e/pointy-scissors-tickets-1749160107969Clara Rodriguez is a playwright, actress, and director. She is a member of Theatre West and participant of their Writer's in Residence Series. She is also the creator of the web series It Takes a Village and Psycho Therapy. Plays include – Tequila Sunrise, Starry Night, Leaky Brain Syndrome, Home Depot, A Perfect Evening, and Have a Heart. Her most recent play Pointy Scissors opened November 7th at Theatre West in Los Angeles as part of their WestFest series, and closes December 7th.To watch the video format of this episode, visit - https://youtu.be/f8YGc_xgcUsLinks to resources mentioned in this video -Theatre West - www.theatrewest.orgGroup Rep - https://thegrouprep.comNew Play Exchange - https://thegrouprep.comWrite Away - https://www.pw.org/literary_events/write_away_a_free_online_improvwriting_showjamTheatre Sports - https://www.garrymarshalltheatre.org/improv-classImpro - https://www.improtheatre.comWebsites and socials for Clara Rodriguez - Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/clara.rodriguez.982IG - @clararodriguezinstaWebsites and socials for James Elden, PMP, and Playwright's Spotlight -Punk Monkey Productions - www.punkmonkeyproductions.comPLAY Noir -www.playnoir.comPLAY Noir Anthology –www.punkmonkeyproductions.com/contact.htmlJames Elden -Twitter - @jameseldensauerIG - @alakardrakeFB - fb.com/jameseldensauerPunk Monkey Productions and PLAY Noir - Twitter - @punkmonkeyprods                  - @playnoirla IG - @punkmonkeyprods       - @playnoir_la FB - fb.com/playnoir        - fb.com/punkmonkeyproductionsPlaywright's Spotlight -Twitter - @wrightlightpod IG - @playwrights_spotlightPlaywriting services through Los Angeles Collegiate Playwrights Festivalwww.losangelescollegiateplaywrightsfestival.com/services.htmlSupport the show

In this episode, our group explores what we believe is considered beautiful or ugly in art. Through paintings like Starry Night, and primarily Les Demoiselles d'Avignon we discuss whether or not we view them as “beautiful” or “ugly” as some may have. By digging deeper into the meaning of Picasso's Les Demoiselles d'Avignon, we give our own thought of this painting's own beauty. Maybe even forming your own meaning of what this painting is to you as you listen along.

Join Annie Sargent and Elyse Rivin as they dive deep into the tragic and brilliant life of Vincent van Gogh. This episode isn't just about his iconic paintings—it's about the man behind the masterpieces. Elyse, with her deep knowledge of art history and her gift for storytelling, guides us through Van Gogh's tumultuous journey. From his early struggles in the Netherlands to his transformative years in France, we explore how his experiences shaped his art—and how his art, in turn, shaped the world. Listen to this episode ad-free Van Gogh's life was marked by failure, rejection, and mental health struggles. Elyse explains how these challenges fueled his creativity. As a young man, he tried—and failed—at careers as an art dealer, a preacher, and even a Bible translator. His family didn't know what to do with him, and his father even considered sending him to a mental hospital. But it was his brother, Theo, who became his lifeline. Theo provided financial and emotional support, allowing Vincent to focus on painting. This support gave him the freedom to experiment, leading to the bold, vibrant style we associate with him today. Paris was a turning point for Van Gogh. Elyse paints a vivid picture of his time there, living in Montmartre, meeting artists like Toulouse-Lautrec and Pissarro, and discovering new techniques. He hated the city at first, but over time, he began to embrace its energy. His move to Arles was another pivotal moment. He dreamed of creating an artists' colony there, but his relationship with Gauguin ended in disaster. Despite the chaos, this period was incredibly productive. He painted masterpieces like Starry Night Over the Rhône and Sunflowers. After his breakdown in Arles, Van Gogh was committed to an asylum in Saint-Rémy-de-Provence. Elyse's account of this time is heartbreaking yet inspiring. He continued to paint, creating some of his most famous works, including Wheat Fields and more versions of Starry Night. His final days in Auvers-sur-Oise were marked by relentless painting and a tragic end. This episode isn't just about art—it's about humanity, perseverance, and the cost of genius. If you love stories that move you, this is a must-listen. Subscribe to Join Us in France on your favorite podcast app so you never miss an episode. And if you're planning a trip to France, don't forget to check out Elyse's Toulouse Guided Walks for an unforgettable experience.  Table of Contents for this Episode [00:00:15] Introduction [00:00:31] Today on the podcast [00:01:03] Podcast supporters [00:01:33] Bootcamp 2026 [00:01:47] Magazine segment [00:02:25] Vincent Van Gogh with Elyse [00:03:38] Van Gogh's Life in France [00:04:57] The Universal Appeal of Van Gogh's Art [00:05:53] Why do people love his work? [00:09:30] Early Life and Family Background [00:13:49] Struggles with Mental Health and Career Choices [00:14:20] Moving to The Hague [00:16:09] Moving to London [00:21:06] Moving to Paris [00:23:26] Back to England [00:28:04] Returning home [00:28:55] The Decision to Become an Artist [00:29:24] Early Artistic Endeavors and Family Support [00:37:18] Van Gogh's Time in Paris [00:38:38] Van Gogh's Literary Influences [00:39:23] Return to Holland and Artistic Evolution [00:40:28] Personal Struggles and Relationships [00:42:06] Paris and Artistic Friendships [00:45:02] The Move to Arles [00:47:24] The Yellow House and Artistic Breakthrough [00:52:53] Mental Health Struggles and Saint-Rémy [00:59:11] Final Days in Auvers-sur-Oise [01:04:27] Legacy and Impact [01:09:40] Copyright More episodes about art in France #VanGogh, #VincentVanGogh, #ArtHistory, #StarryNight, #Sunflowers, #PostImpressionism, #FrenchArt, #ArtLovers, #ArtistsLife, #TragicGenius, #JoinUsInFrance, #FrancePodcast, #TravelFrance, #FrenchCulture, #ExploreFrance, #DiscoverFrance, #FranceTravelTips, #RealFrance, #Francophile, #FranceAdventures

Fluent Fiction - Dutch: Rainy Reflections: Finding Inspiration at Van Gogh Museum Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/nl/episode/2025-11-11-23-34-02-nl Story Transcript:Nl: De regen stroomde in dikke druppels tegen de ruiten van het Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam.En: The rain poured in thick drops against the windows of the Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam.Nl: Binnen was het warm en rustig.En: Inside, it was warm and calm.Nl: Het geluid van de regen klonk als een zachte achtergrondmuziek.En: The sound of the rain was like soft background music.Nl: In een hoek van de galerij, met grote ramen en zonlicht dat de schilderijen verlichtte, stond Sanne.En: In a corner of the gallery, with large windows and sunlight illuminating the paintings, stood Sanne.Nl: Ze keek naar Van Gogh's "Sterrennacht".En: She looked at Van Gogh's "Starry Night".Nl: Haar ogen vlogen over het doek, op zoek naar een vonk van inspiratie voor haar scriptie.En: Her eyes flew over the canvas, seeking a spark of inspiration for her thesis.Nl: Joris stond niet ver van haar.En: Joris stood not far from her.Nl: Hij had geen specifiek doel toen hij het museum betrad, behalve schuilen voor de herfstbui.En: He had no specific goal when he entered the museum, other than to escape the autumn shower.Nl: Als grafisch ontwerper voelde hij zich de laatste tijd verloren in de digitale wereld.En: As a graphic designer, he had been feeling lost in the digital world lately.Nl: Joris vroeg zich af of hij nog wel wist hoe echte kunst eruitzag.En: Joris wondered if he still knew what real art looked like.Nl: Ze ontdekten elkaar bijna gelijktijdig.En: They noticed each other almost simultaneously.Nl: Sanne zag Joris, stil en bezorgd, kijkend naar een ander schilderij.En: Sanne saw Joris, quiet and concerned, looking at another painting.Nl: Dit gaf haar de moed om iets te zeggen.En: This gave her the courage to say something.Nl: "Dat schilderij is indrukwekkend, nietwaar?"En: "That painting is impressive, isn't it?"Nl: begon ze aarzelend.En: she began hesitantly.Nl: Joris glimlachte.En: Joris smiled.Nl: "Ja, het is alsof je de wind kunt voelen die de bomen beweegt."En: "Yes, it's like you can feel the wind moving the trees."Nl: Sanne voelde dat de noodzaak om haar zorgen te delen groter werd.En: Sanne felt an increasing need to share her worries.Nl: "Ik schrijf een scriptie over Van Gogh.En: "I'm writing a thesis on Van Gogh.Nl: Maar soms vraag ik me af of het belangrijk is," bekende ze zacht.En: But sometimes I wonder if it's important," she confessed softly.Nl: Joris luisterde aandachtig.En: Joris listened intently.Nl: "Als je er zo gepassioneerd over bent, moet het wel belangrijk zijn.En: "If you're that passionate about it, it must be important.Nl: Het is kunst, toch?En: It's art, right?Nl: Kunst raakt mensen," antwoordde hij.En: Art touches people," he replied.Nl: Joris vertelde Sanne een verhaal uit zijn jeugd, hoe hij als kind werd betoverd door een schilderij.En: Joris shared a story from his youth with Sanne, about how he was enchanted by a painting as a child.Nl: "Ik herinner me de kleuren zo levendig.En: "I remember the colors so vividly.Nl: Het was alsof de schilder een deel van zijn ziel toonde."En: It was as if the painter was showing a part of his soul."Nl: Deze woorden raakten Sanne.En: These words touched Sanne.Nl: Ze begon in te zien dat haar werk meer was dan alleen een academisch project.En: She began to realize that her work was more than just an academic project.Nl: Het was een deel van haar eigen ziel dat ze met de wereld wilde delen.En: It was a part of her own soul that she wanted to share with the world.Nl: Ze spraken over hun dromen, hun twijfels, en hun liefde voor kunst.En: They talked about their dreams, their doubts, and their love for art.Nl: De regen stopte langzaam, maar voor hen leek de tijd toch stil te staan in de gezellige hoek van het museum.En: The rain slowly stopped, but for them, time seemed to stand still in the cozy corner of the museum.Nl: "Waarom doen we niet samen iets creatiefs?"En: "Why don't we do something creative together?"Nl: stelde Joris voor.En: Joris suggested.Nl: "Misschien kunnen we iets maken dat de levendigheid van Van Gogh's schilderijen combineert met digitale elementen."En: "Maybe we can create something that combines the vibrancy of Van Gogh's paintings with digital elements."Nl: Sanne stemde in, haar ogen glinsterend van enthousiasme.En: Sanne agreed, her eyes sparkling with enthusiasm.Nl: Ze wisselden contactgegevens uit, met de belofte om samen te werken.En: They exchanged contact information, promising to collaborate.Nl: Terwijl ze het museum verlieten, voelden ze zich beiden veranderd.En: As they left the museum, both felt changed.Nl: Sanne liep naar buiten met een nieuw vertrouwen in haar project, klaar om het grotere verhaal van kunst te vertellen.En: Sanne walked outside with a newfound confidence in her project, ready to tell the bigger story of art.Nl: Joris voelde zich opnieuw verbonden met de kern van artistiek vakmanschap, besloot zijn werk opnieuw te evalueren en nieuwe wegen in te slaan.En: Joris felt reconnected with the essence of artistic craftsmanship, decided to reevaluate his work, and explore new paths.Nl: De kunstwereld had hen nog niet verloren.En: The art world hadn't lost them yet.Nl: En wie weet, dacht Sanne terwijl ze opliep naar het licht dat door de wolken brak, misschien hadden zij net iets moois gevonden.En: And who knows, thought Sanne as she walked towards the light breaking through the clouds, maybe they had just found something beautiful. Vocabulary Words:poured: stroomdeilluminating: verlichttethesis: scriptiespark: vonkgraphic designer: grafisch ontwerperautumn shower: herfstbuiconcerned: bezorgdhesitantly: aarzelendincreasing: groterconfessed: bekendeintently: aandachtigenchanted: betoverdvividly: levendigsoul: zieldoubts: twijfelscosy: gezelligevibrancy: levendigheiddigital elements: digitale elementensparkling: glinsterendenthusiasm: enthousiasmecollaborate: samenwerkenconfidence: vertrouwencraftsmanship: vakmanschapreevaluate: opnieuw evaluerenpaths: wegenessence: kernseemed: leeknoticed: ontdektensoft: zachtebackground music: achtergrondmuziek

I'm proud to announce that I've recently completed my new book, Starry Night. Since it's a bit different from my usual fare, I thought I would make an episode on why you should read it. Starry Night is a piece of historical fiction relating the final days of the painter, Vincent van Gogh. Through multiple perspectives, the story explores genius, madness, love, and the tragedy of suicide. It's a philosophical novel that reveals profound psychological truths through narrative rather than analysis. Deep, emotional, and unforgettable — Starry Night is unlike anything you've read before. Join my community: https://the-captains-quarters.mn.co Buy my book, "The Value of Others" Ebook: https://amzn.to/460uGrA Audiobook: https://amzn.to/3YfFwbx Paperback: https://amzn.to/3xQuIFK Book a paid consultation: https://oriontarabanpsyd.com/consultations Subscribe to my newsletter: https://oriontarabanpsyd.com Social Media TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@oriontaraban Facebook: https://facebook.com/profile.php?id=100090053889622 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/orion-taraban-070b45168/ Instagram: https://instagram.com/psyc.hacks Twitter: https://twitter.com/oriontaraban Website: https://oriontarabanpsyd.com Orion's Theme: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WrXBzQ2HDEQ Thinking of going to grad school? Check out STELLAR, my top-rated GRE self-study program based on the world's only empirically-validated test prep system. Use the code "PSYCH" for 10% off all membership plans: https://stellargre.com. Become a Stellar affiliate and earn a 10% commission for every membership purchased by a new student you conduct into the program: https://stellargre.tapfiliate.com. GRE Bites: https://www.youtube.com/@grebites4993 Become a Psychonaut and join PsycHack's member community: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSduXBjCHkLoo_y9ss2xzXw/join Sound mixing/editing by: valntinomusic.com Presented by Orion Taraban, Psy.D. PsycHacks provides viewers with a brief, thought-provoking video several days a week on a variety of psychological topics, inspired by his clinical practice. The intention is for the core idea contained within each video to inspire viewers to see something about themselves or their world in a slightly different light. The ultimate mission of the channel is to reduce the amount of unnecessary suffering in the world. #psychology #vangogh #books

The queens put the SIS in ekphrasis!Please Support Breaking Form!Review the show on Apple Podcasts here.Aaron's STOP LYING is available from the Pitt Poetry Series.James's ROMANTIC COMEDY is available from Four Way Books.Show Notes:The Greek word ekphrasis (ἔκφρασις) is derived from the Greek prefix ek- ("out") and the verb phrazein ("to speak," "to explain," or "to show"). The combination translates to "to speak out," "to speak clearly and completely," or "to show clearly." In the movie Showgirls, Kyle MacLachlan's character, Zack Carey, corrects Nomi Malone (played by Elizabeth Berkley) when she mispronounces "Versace" as "Ver-sayce." Watch the iconic scene here."Faithfully" is a song by American rock band Journey, released in 1983 as the second single from their album Frontiers. Go behind the music with some more info about the song's origin story.The receipts about Karl Lagerfeld's hateful (racist, fat phobic) ass are here.Some of the poems and poets we mention include:Jorie Graham, San SepolcroPaul Tran, Like Judith Slaying Holofernes -- and listen to Tran talk about their inspiration for this poem.Rainer Maria Rilke, "Archaic Torso of Apollo"Tommye Blount, "Karl Lagerfeld's line of beauty"Amy Gerstler, "Dear Boy George"Anne Sexton, "Starry Night" David Trinidad's "Peyton Place: A Haiku Soap Opera" (excerpt)Walta Borawski, "Watching Sting on Saturday Night Live." Check out this review of Borawski's Collected Poems.  

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Visit our Substack for bonus content and more: https://designbetterpodcast.com/p/rewind-paola-antonelli Design Better has been on the road recently, recording a live episode in Manhattan for design search firm Wert & Co's 30th anniversary. Guests for the episode included Paola Antonelli (senior curator in the Department of Architecture and Design at MoMA) Mike Davidson (VP of Design and User Research at Microsoft AI), Kate Aronowitz (Design Partner at Google Ventures), Meaghan Choi (Product Designer at Anthropic), & Mark Wilson (Global Design Editor at Fast Company). While Aarron and I are catching up from travel, and as a lead-in to the live episode airing next week, we're rewinding to our interview with Paola Antonelli. We hope you enjoy the episode. And if you haven't checked it out yet, did you know you can save over $1600 on popular productivity tools and design and AI courses with the Design Better Toolkit? Just head over to dbtr.co/toolkit to learn more. *** The Museum of Modern Art brings to mind images of Van Gough's Starry Night, Salvador Dali's Persistence of Memory, and Andy Warhol's Campbell Soup Cans. But thanks to Paola Antonelli, senior curator in the Department of Architecture and Design, MoMA exhibitions also encompass the role design has played in shaping culture and the human experience. We talk with Paola about how we can look at digital design through a historic lens, some of the most important design movements in the past 100 years, and how the creative process has evolved through these different movements. We also talk about the history of the @ symbol, why craftsmanship is necessary to experimentation, and some of the current challenges in design education. We hope you enjoy this episode which is a part of our series on design history, with upcoming episodes on typography with Jonathan Hoefler, and the history and philosophy of design with Professor Barry Katz. Paola Antonelli joined The Museum of Modern Art in 1994 and is the Museum's Senior Curator in the Department of Architecture and Design, as well as MoMA's founding Director of Research and Development. Her work investigates design in all its forms, from architecture to video games, often expanding its reach to include overlooked objects and practices. An architect trained at the Polytechnic of Milan and a pasionaria of design, Antonelli has been named one of the 25 most incisive design visionaries in the world by TIME magazine, has earned the Design Mind Smithsonian Institution's National Design Award, has been inducted in the US Art Directors Club Hall of Fame, and has received the AIGA (American Institute of Graphic Artists,) the London Design Medal, and the German Design Award, among other accolades.

We are back and gotta catch up. This week on episode 383, the Mikes talk about BIG JIM being reckless, Raja Jackson, and preview the Clash!Please consider helping Mikey: https://gofund.me/46b0b4fbfacebook.com/drivebypodArchives:danielgrothe.us danielgrothe.net danielgrothe.at

How does a museum place a value on a priceless work of art? And how much does it cost to keep it safe? Zachary Crockett appraises the situation. SOURCES:Glenn Lowry, director of the Museum of Modern Art. RESOURCES:"Why Climate Activists Are Still Throwing Food and Paint at Famous Artworks," by Tala Ansari (Wall Street Journal, 2023)."The Woman Who Made van Gogh," by Russell Shorto (New York Times, 2021)."The Lillie P. Bliss collection," (MoMA Collection, 1934)."May Belfort," by Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec (Cleveland Museum of Art, 1895)."Still Life with a Bottle," by Paul Cézanne (Pola Museum, 1890)."The Starry Night," by Vincent Van Gogh (MoMA Collection, 1889)."Portrait of Victor Chocquet Seated," by Paul Cézanne (1877). EXTRAS:"Hotel Art," by The Economics of Everyday Things (2025)."The Hidden Side of the Art Market," by Freakonomics Radio (2021). 

Reposted from Squid Game ‘Cast, which you can find and subscribe to at: podcastica.com/podcast/squid-game-cast  — This episode the “players” are pitted against one another in arguably the most vicious, disturbing game in the series' history. It's a lot. Veronica and Jason are here to talk it through. Next up: Squid Game S3E3 “It's Not Your Fault”. Light us know your thoughts! You can email or send a voice message to squidgame@podcastica.com. Or check out our Facebook group, where we put up comment posts for each episode, at facebook.com/groups/podcastica. Check out all our other shows at podcastica.com.  Show support and get ad-free episodes and a bunch of other cool stuff: patreon.com/jasoncabassi  Or go to buymeacoffee.com/cabassi for a one-time donation. Huge thanks to Kirk Manley for illustrating and designing our amazing podcast art. We highly recommend checking out Kirk's art at studiokm.com.  If it's something in pop-culture that you love, there's a good chance he's drawn it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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