Art Heals All Wounds
Do you think art can change the world? So do I! We’re at a pivotal moment when scientists, medical practitioners, and creatives are coming together in recognition of the ways that art plays an indispensable role in our well-being, as individuals, communities, and societies. In each episode we hear from artists and creatives who share their inspiration for their work and its wider impact. These conversations about transformative artistic practices show the ways that art can be a catalyst for healing and change. How do we change the world? One artist at a time.
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Hope is a Renewable Resource: Fighting Fossil Fuel Narratives with Christa Avampato
Today, I have the pleasure of speaking with Christa Avampato, a storyteller, climate activist, and a beacon of hope in New York City. Christa shares her journey of resilience, from growing up on an apple farm amidst adversity to becoming a fervent advocate for environmental protection. As a biomimicry scientist and bus
Welcome to another episode of "Art Heals All Wounds," where we explore the powerful impact of art on the world and highlight artists creating positive change. In today"s episode, I’m joined by filmmaker Kristin Tièche to delve into the fascinating world of bats and their ecological significance. **Key Episode Highlig
In this episode of *Art Heals All Wounds*, I sit down with Jimmy Ramirez, an artist and high school teacher from Oakley, California. We talk about Jimmy’s film Above Ground, which delves into the ways that streams and creeks in Oakland have been ‘entombed’ in culverts in Oakland, California. We also discuss re-imaginin
In this episode of Art Heals All Wounds, I talk with Celine Shein Das, Executive Director of the Chitresh Das Institute. We talk about the transformative power of art through the lens of the Kathak dance performance "Invoking the River," a multimedia production that draws attention to climate change and the human relat
In this episode of "Art Heals All Wounds," I have the pleasure of speaking with the author, Lydia Millet. Lydia’s latest book "We Loved It All: A Memory of Life" explores themes of interconnectedness, extinction, and climate change. She shares insights into her writing process and the challenges of addressing such monu
In this episode of Art Heals All Wounds, I’m thinking about the transformative power of storytelling. The stories that we tell ourselves shape our actions and decisions. One of the most powerful ways we can move forward is recognizing when a story no longer serves us. The artists in this season are creating new narrati
