Visions of Visionaries

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Visions of Visionaries Podcast

Conversations with brilliant minds, makers, and creators who continue to inspire and create work that define and shape our cultural landscape. Hosted by Globetrotter Lab's Kennedy Ashinze

  1. Jakarta's Pantja Bar Pays Tribute to Unsung Black & Female Bartenders for 5th Anniversary

    2 DAYS AGO

    Jakarta's Pantja Bar Pays Tribute to Unsung Black & Female Bartenders for 5th Anniversary

    Jakarta's acclaimed Pantja Bar is raising a glass to its 5th anniversary. Fresh off its #27 ranking on Asia's 50 Best Bars list, the bar pays homage to the unsung heroes of mixology. In the latest episode of our "In Convo" original series, Pantja's co-founder Kabir Suharan sits down with Globetrotter Lab's founder Kennedy Ashinze and talks celebrating the bar’s present by honoring history through their new cocktail menu, "Tribute." This innovative collection celebrates the pioneering contributions of Black bartenders and female trailblazers who have shaped the industry. Listen now! Connect with us! Web: https://globetrotterlab.com/ IG: @globetrotterlab

    14 min
  2. Vibing with DJs Shy One & Ruby Savage

    SEP 12

    Vibing with DJs Shy One & Ruby Savage

    Other than being notable figures in the UK nightlife scene, DJs Shy One and Ruby Savage have little in common musically. “We’re both on the ends of the spectrum,” Savage describes. But you know what they say: opposites attract, much like magnets. Or, in this case, “Like tennis,” as Shy One says. “We complement each other as well. It's like a little sparring like that.” The duo has teamed up for joint sets and brought their differing musical styles to many cities, including Bali, where Globetrotter’s Kennedy Ashinze caught up with them. Check out the latest episode of the “In Transit” series, where Shy One and Ruby Savage talk about the club scene in London, vibing with the crowd, and more. Connect with us! Website: http://globetrotterlab.com/ Instagram: @globetrotterlab

    10 min
  3. Eric Williams of Silver Room: A Cultural Catalyst Shaping Chicago

    SEP 4

    Eric Williams of Silver Room: A Cultural Catalyst Shaping Chicago

    Meet Eric Williams, the visionary behind the Silver Room, a cornerstone of Chicago's creative scene since 1997. The iconic space blends fashion, music, and art, serving as a boutique, gallery, and community hub. From his legendary Silver Room Sound System Block Parties to groundbreaking initiatives, Williams has curated events that ignited the city's cultural spark for close to three decades. His commitment to equity and fostering opportunities for creatives has made the Silver Room a beacon for the community. In this latest episode of our In Convo series (S2E3), Globetrotter's Kennedy Ashinze sits down with Williams where he shares insights on his iconic store's impact, his new Bronzeville Winery venture, his love for Chicago, and his vision for the future. Not to be missed! Listen, and be inspired. Connect with us! IG: @globetrotterlab Website: https://globetrotterlab.com/

    11 min
  4. Ireti "IZ" Zaccheaus on What "Street Souk" Means for Nigerian Youth

    AUG 16

    Ireti "IZ" Zaccheaus on What "Street Souk" Means for Nigerian Youth

    Meet Iretidayo "IZ" Zaccheaus, the force behind Africa’s biggest street fashion movement, Street Souk. From Lagos to the world, she's fueling a generation of creatives who are rewriting the rules. "The kids are hungry," she says about the continent's booming streetwear scene. As the next Sole DXB heats up, we revisit IZ’s chat with Globetrotters’s Kennedy Ashinze in Dubai on the explosive growth of streetwear in Africa and the impact of festivals like Sole DXB. Tune in to hear why Street Souk is paving the way for future generations on the continent. Connect with us! Instagram: @globetrotterlab Website: https://globetrotterlab.com/

    4 min
  5. Abstract Artist Rostarr on Creating with Freedom

    JUN 28

    Abstract Artist Rostarr on Creating with Freedom

    A Conversation with Rostarr Brooklyn meets Bali in the world of artist Romon Yang aka Rostarr! His art, like his travels, defies definition, drawing inspiration from every corner of the globe. A multidisciplinary artist in painting, abstract calligraphy, large-scale murals, and experimental filmmaking, amongst other things. In our latest In Convo series episode (S3E2), Globetrotter Lab’s Kennedy Ashinze chats with Rostarr about artistic freedom, early beginnings, New York influences, transitioning to the island of Bali, the power of spreading positive energy through art, and his decades-long career. Listen and be inspired! Connect with us! https://globetrotterlab.com/ IG: @globetrotterlab

    14 min
  6. Artist & Designer Norman Teague on the Making of Cool

    JUN 14

    Artist & Designer Norman Teague on the Making of Cool

    Earlier this year, Chicago artist, designer, and educator Norman Teague brought his powerful exhibition, "A Love Supreme," to the Elmhurst Art Museum . Inspired by John Coltrane's iconic album, the show explored the intersection of jazz improvisation and "unapologetic black aesthetics." In our exclusive interview in his studio on our last visit to Chicago, Teague chats with Globetrotter's Kennedy Ashinze about his artistic process, representation, finding inspiration in Africa, and creating work that speaks to his community amongst other things. Listen to our full convo here! Website: https://globetrotterlab.com/ Instagram: @globetrotterlab

    15 min

  7. JUN 12

    Daniel Mitchell of Space Available on Sustainable Future

    In the new episode of our “In Convo” series, Globetrotter's Kennedy Ashinze sits down with Daniel Mitchell, the founder of environmentally-friendly design company, Space Available.     Despite his success as the co-founder of LN-CC in London, Mitchell left everything behind for Bali. Determined to make a real impact, in 2020, he founded Space Available to share his knowledge of sustainable designs and work with local artists to recycle plastic goods into eco-friendly products.     To Globetrotter, he talks about living and working in Bali, giving back to the community, building a better relationship with plastic, creating a sustainable future, and more!  Website: https://globetrotterlab.com/ Instagram: @globetrotterlab

    18 min
  8. Author & Journalist Vikki Tobak on Chronicling Hip-Hop

    JUN 7

    Author & Journalist Vikki Tobak on Chronicling Hip-Hop

    In celebrating her currently ongoing “Ice Cold: An Exhibition of Hip-Hop Jewelry" at the American Museum of Natural History in New York City, Globetrotter revisits our interview with author and journalist Vikki Tobak. Vikki wasn't just an observer of early hip-hop; she was part of the movement, from working nights at Nell’s nightclub where the Notorious B.I.G. filmed his "Big Poppa" music video to touring with the legendary artists of Payday Records (Gang Starr, Jay Z, Jeru, Mos Def, and more) as both publicist and writer. She witnessed the rise of the culture. Catch Vikki discussing her books (“Contact High: A Visual History of Hip-Hop” and “Ice Cold. A Hip-Hop Jewelry History”), the evolution of hip-hop jewelry, the blossoming of hip-hop culture, and a lot more on a Dubai day at Sole DXB with Globetrotter's Kennedy Ashinze. Website: http://www.globetrotterlab.com Instagram: https://instagram.com/globetrotterlab

    10 min
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Conversations with brilliant minds, makers, and creators who continue to inspire and create work that define and shape our cultural landscape. Hosted by Globetrotter Lab's Kennedy Ashinze

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  • Creator
    Globetrotter lab
  • Years Active
    2018 - 2024
  • Episodes
    31
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © Globetrotter lab
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    Visions of Visionaries

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