Taking Care of Your Mental Health
Art Ignites Change
In this conversation we'll look at some ways we might better create space for mental health both crucial, like having mental health classes in public education, as well as the personal, talking about free and scaled resources for Philadelphians to use to access mental health services and signs they should look out for in their behavior that might indicate the need for a mental health check-in. Co-hosts Tamara Russell (also known as Proof of Consciousness, P.O.C.) and Greg Corbin are joined by Sudan Green, Founder of Spirits Up, an alternative and holistic health service focused on the Black...
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One-on-one with Ashley Biden
Art Ignites Change
Ashley Biden is an American social worker, activist, philanthropist, and fashion designer. She's also the daughter of our current U.S. President. In this conversation co-hosts Tamara Russell (also known as Proof of Consciousness, P.O.C.) and Greg Corbin talk with Ashley about her work and take questions from the cohorts.
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Financial Literacy
Art Ignites Change
A conversation with an expert on personal finance and financial literacy to offer our cohorts and listeners insight on how to earn and grow their wealth. Co-hosts Tamara Russell (also known as Proof of Consciousness, P.O.C.) and Greg Corbin are joined by financial expert, Chandra Williams.
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Supporting the Next Generation
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This conversation will focus on two big tools for investing in the next generation: schools and public spaces (like parks and rec centers). Both of these offer kids the space to grow and learn, and in these interviews we aim to understand how our leaders can push for more funding and support. Co-hosts Tamara Russell (also known as Proof of Consciousness, P.O.C.) and Conrad Benner are joined by City Councilmember Jamie Gauthier and now former City Councilmember Helen Gym.
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Imposter Syndrome
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In this episode we'll explore two challenges to success: first, understanding how imposter syndrome can keep us less motivated. And secondly, some systemic challenges that make it tough for returning citizens to enter and elevate themselves in the workplace. Co-hosts Tamara Russell (also known as Proof of Consciousness, P.O.C.) and Greg Corbin are joined by guest Cherri Gregg, the afternoon Host/Anchor for WHYY, the Philadelphia based NPR station.
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The State of Art in Philly 2021, Part 2
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In this second part of our two part Season 1 finale of the Art Ignites Change podcast we sit down with one more Philly arts leader to discuss how their organization faced the challenges of this last year, including what they've learned and where they're going from here. Today we hear from Kathleen Ogilvie Greene, Curator of Public Programs at the Barnes Foundation!
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The State of Art in Philly 2021, Part 1
Art Ignites Change
In this first part of our two part Season 1 finale of the Art Ignites Change podcast we sit down with three Philly arts leaders to discuss how their organizations faced the challenges of this last year, including what they've learned and where they're going from here. Guests Christine Cox (BalletX), Ivan Henderson (African American Museum in Philadelphia), and Jane Golden (Mural Arts Philadelphia) talk with moderator Conrad Benner (Streets Dept)!
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Environmental Justice and Public Art
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Today we're talking with Shari Hersh, Ron Whyte, and Zulene Mayfield about environmental justice and Mural Art Philadelphia's new Environmental Justice department. After an introduction to the department, this episode focuses on the situation in Chester, PA, which has long been known as one of the nation's worst cases of environmental racism. And we talk about ways Mural Arts' Environmental Justice department will support the efforts of activists and community members, as well as ways you can support.
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Point of Triangulation
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Today we're talking about "Point of Triangulation", an exhibition and soon-to-be mural by Michelle Daniel (Jones) and Prof. Deb Willis that challenges viewers to consider the stigma and perpetual re-criminalization that formerly incarcerated people confront while reflecting on their own biases or preconceptions.
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The Viaduct
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The result of numerous community meetings in North Philadelphia neighborhoods over 2019-2020, The Viaduct was a monumental effort and collaboration between artists and community leaders to turn three heavily-traveled underpasses into safe and vibrant spaces for all. Today, we talk with three of the participating artists to learn more about the project and each of their murals: Patrick Dougher, Andrea Legge (of Legge Lewis Legge), and Anthony Torcasio!
info_outlineIn today's episode, Mural Art's Chief Operating Officer, Magda Martinez, hosts artists Meg Saligman and Cesar Viveros Herrera to tell the story of what is arguably Philadelphia's most popular mural, "Common Threads". From its unexpected origin to its uncertain future, we get a behind the scenes look at the making of Philly public art history!