The Truth In This Art: Exploring Creativity and Culture

Updated: 18 Feb 2025 • 833 episodes
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These are stories that matter. The Truth in This Art, hosted by Rob Lee, uncovers the creative journeys of influential voices in arts, culture, and beyond. With guests like D. Watkins, a celebrated author and cultural commentator; Devin Allen, an award-winning photographer and TIME cover artist; and Tonya Mosley, the host of NPR’s Fresh Air and an acclaimed storyteller, this podcast explores the powerful connections between creativity, identity, and community.

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In this episode of The Truth in This Art, I sit down with Alicia Waller, a vocalist whose music defies easy categorization. Blending soul, jazz, and a touch of the unexpected, Alicia captivates audiences with her powerful voice and innovative songwriting. As the leader of Alicia Waller & The Excursion, she's known for

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In this episode of The Truth in This Art, I'm joined by returning guest Tonya Miller-Hall, Senior Advisor, Office of Arts & Culture for the Mayor's Office in Baltimore City, and acclaimed multidisciplinary artist and first time guest Derrick Adams to discuss "Inviting Light," a groundbreaking public art project transfo

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PAINT IT OUT WITH QRCKY

In this episode of The Truth in This Art, I reconnect with Baltimore-based visual artist Qrcky for his third appearance on the podcast. Known for his bold black-and-white "Stripes" series, Qrcky shares how his work explores themes within the Black diaspora, urban landscapes, and the power of art to foster community dia

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In this episode of The Truth in This Art: Run It Back, I reconnect with acclaimed author, writer, and professor D. Watkins for his second appearance on the podcast. Known for his powerful storytelling, D. shares how his work continues to explore themes of identity, community, and resilience. We dive into the impact of

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In this episode, I sit down with Tonya Mosley, award-winning journalist, NPR's Fresh Air host, and the creative force behind podcasts She Has A Name and Truth Be Told. Tonya shares her journey from a young journalist at the Detroit Free Press to becoming one of the leading voices in public media. We discuss her passion

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In this episode, I talk with Carri Twigg, co-founder of Culture House, a Black and Brown woman-owned media company focused on reshaping how race, gender, and identity are portrayed in media. Carri shares her journey from working in politics, including her time at the White House, to creating groundbreaking TV and film

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