21 episodes
On the Road to Joy & Freedom Gabriel Rodriguez
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On the Road to Joy & Freedom is the first of its kind podcast to incorporate stories from Artists of all Backgrounds to share their Accounts of performing in America. Instead of sticking to a single narrative from a single form of performance, we strive to bring you real and true Narratives from across the performing world. From Broadway to BFA, from Academia to homemade Artists – your story matters, and chances are, there's someone out there who needs to hear that "they're not alone" on this road to finding Joy and Freedom
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Ep-20 DFRNC
(TW: Mental health/ Suicide) In today's episode, we have Christian Charley, better known as DFRNC (difference)- an African American music producer, rapper, and poet from Chicago. Although he’s currently studying music production at the University of Michigan Ann Arbor. We discuss new school vs old school RAP, the clout chasers of TikTok, and the value of being true to yourself. Check out his full bio and links to his socials @ TheDTI.org
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Ep-19 Gabrielle Civil
In today's episode, we have Gabrielle Civil– a Black feminist performance artist, poet, and writer, originally from Detroit MI, and currently a teacher at CalArts. If you want to join the fun, you can listen to Gabrielle & I explore race and colorism on an international level, learn how to Evaluate what lenses we see the world, and explore the world of performance art. As always you can find her full bio and more @ TheDTI.org
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Ep-18 Nur-D
In today's episode, we have Nur-D– an African American Hip Hop artist, and social activist based out of Minnesota. Take a seat as we discuss the importance of self-love, knowing your worth, and a few more ways to survive as an artist during the pandemic As always you can find Nur-D's full bio and more @ TheDTI.org
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Ep-17 Jeffrey Lo
In today's episode, we have Jeffrey Lo - a Filipino-American playwright, director, and casting director based in the Bay Area. We talk about the importance of community engagement, being the first artist in a Filipino family, and some exciting ways to adjust your performances in the time of Covid! "A great episode for the Zoom Producers" - Me... as always you can find Jeffrey's full bio and more @ TheDTI.org
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Ep-16 Vincent Terrell Durham
Join the conversation and hear the wonderful Vincent Terrell Durham discuss his writing process, his work in the theatrical community as a Gay Black Man of Color, and what he believes is the best place for young writers to gain some inspiration to tell their own stories. As always, you can check out his Bio & More @ TheDTI.org
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Ep-15 Damoyee
Come one Come all as we talk with Damoyee, an African American award-winning composer, multi-instrumentalist, singer, songwriter, and producer from Dallas, Texas. currently attending Berklee College of Music in Boston, MA. We explore what its like making music from a young age, the necessary sacrifices, and how useful TIkTok is for the new world of Music. As always, you can find her full Bio & Links @ TheDTI.org