ArtiGras Podcast

ArtiGras Fine Arts Festival

The ArtiGras Podcast, presented by the Cultural Council for Palm Beach County, is your gateway to the thriving art and culture scene of Palm Beach County. While rooted in the spirit of the ArtiGras Fine Arts Festival, the podcast explores a wide array of topics that celebrate the region's rich artistic heritage. From in-depth conversations with local and visiting artists to discussions about upcoming cultural events and exhibitions, the ArtiGras Podcast connects you to the rich and diverse artistic community that defines Palm Beach County, all year round.

  1. Building Real Connection in Palm Beach County with Tiffany Lanier

    APR 9

    Building Real Connection in Palm Beach County with Tiffany Lanier

    On the latest episode of the ArtiGras Podcast, we sit down with Tiffany Lanier, keynote speaker, author, show host, and community builder. From discovering the power of her voice at a young age to building a career rooted in connection, Tiffany shares how her work has evolved across speaking, storytelling, and creating spaces that bring people together. We explore the defining moments that shaped her journey, including founding a college organization centered on unity, becoming a children’s book author, and launching a TV show focused on accessibility in the Palm Beaches. Tiffany also shares the inspiration behind her newest venture, 639, a guided gathering space designed to foster deeper, more meaningful connections in a world that often feels surface-level. Throughout the conversation, Tiffany reflects on the importance of trusting your intuition, embracing stillness, and creating intentional space for both personal growth and collective well-being. Topics Covered: • 1:56 – “What don’t you do?” redefining identity and purpose • 4:23 – Discovering the power of her voice in college • 5:29 – Using your voice for good and creating connection • 10:40 – Writing I Can’t Wait to Vote and impact on young readers • 16:05 – How one conversation led to a TV show • 27:24 – Moving beyond surface-level networking • 32:37 – The meaning behind “639” and intentional connection • 40:17 – Challenging hustle culture and prioritizing rest • 41:55 – Trusting your intuition and finding alignment Artists and Creative Professionals! For free resources and more insight into Palm Beach County’s arts scene, visit our sponsor’s site: https://www.palmbeachculture.com Love local stories and community leadership? Check out our sister series, the Palm Beach North Podcast, to stay updated with the future of Palm Beach County’s business community. Listen anywhere podcasts are found or visit palmbeachnorthpodcast.com. Check us out on social media! Instagram: ArtiGras: @artigras Palm Beach North: @palmbeachnorth Palm Beach North Chamber of Commerce: @pbnchamber Facebook: ArtiGras: /artigrasfineartsfestival Palm Beach North: /palmbeachnorth Palm Beach North Chamber of Commerce: /pbnchamber LinkedIn: Palm Beach North: /palmbeachnorth Palm Beach North Chamber of Commerce: /pbnchamber Website: To learn more about ArtiGras Podcast, visit: https://www.artigraspodcast.com To learn more about Palm Beach North Podcast, visit: https://www.palmbeachnorthpodcast.com To learn more about the Palm Beach North Chamber of Commerce, visit: https://www.pbnchamber.com Follow the Cultural Council for Palm Beach County: Instagram: @palmbeachculture Facebook: Cultural Council for Palm Beach County Cultural Council for Palm Beach County Website: https://www.palmbeachculture.com Follow our guest! Instagram: Tiffany Lanier: @livewithtiffany 639: @gatherwith639 #ArtiGrasPodcast#PalmBeachArts#CreativeCommunity#WomenInLeadership#CommunityConnection

    46 min
  2. Breaking Into the Art World: Jessica Ransom of the Cultural Council for Palm Beach County

    MAR 30

    Breaking Into the Art World: Jessica Ransom of the Cultural Council for Palm Beach County

    On the latest episode of the ArtiGras Podcast, we sit down with Jessica Ransom, Director of Artist Services at the Cultural Council for Palm Beach County. From an unexpected career pivot into the arts to shaping opportunities for hundreds of local creatives, Jessica shares a behind-the-scenes look at what it really takes to support and grow a thriving arts community in Palm Beach County. This conversation explores the realities of the art market, the role of curators in shaping meaningful exhibitions, and how the Cultural Council is creating pathways for artists at every stage of their careers. From major exhibitions to grant programs and artist resources, Jessica offers insight into how collaboration, accessibility, and community continue to drive the region’s creative momentum. Topics Covered: • (2:15) Jessica’s journey from education and government into the arts • (6:26) What it means to be Director of Artist Services and the many roles involved • (7:36) Breaking into the art market and challenges for artists in smaller regions • (11:34) The connection between art, wellness, and community impact • (15:31) How exhibitions are conceptualized, curated, and brought to life • (37:42) Resources, grants, and opportunities available for artists in Palm Beach County Artists and Creative Professionals! For free resources and more insight into Palm Beach County’s arts scene, visit our sponsor’s site: https://www.palmbeachculture.com Do not forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more inspiring stories from the art world! Follow us on social media: Instagram: @artigras Facebook: @artigras ArtiGras Fine Arts Festival Website: www.artigras.org ArtiGras Podcast Website: www.artigraspodcast.com Follow the Cultural Council for Palm Beach County: Instagram: @palmbeachculture Facebook: Cultural Council for Palm Beach County Cultural Council for Palm Beach County Website: https://www.palmbeachculture.com #ArtiGrasPodcast#PalmBeachArts#CulturalCouncil#ArtCommunity#SouthFloridaArts

    1h 3m
  3. Art, History, and Community at the Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse with Peter DeWitt & Katrina Heller

    MAR 12

    Art, History, and Community at the Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse with Peter DeWitt & Katrina Heller

    Peter DeWitt is the Program Manager for the Bureau of Land Management at the Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse Outstanding Natural Area, and Katrina Heller is the Executive Director of the Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse & Museum. Together, they help steward one of Palm Beach County’s most iconic and meaningful places, where history, nature, preservation, and community all meet. In this episode, Peter and Katrina share how they each found their way to the Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse, what makes the site so nationally unique, and why it continues to leave such a lasting impact on visitors and locals alike. From over 8,000 years of history to tours, wellness programs, conservation work, and the new River to Reef Arts Festival, this conversation highlights just how much the lighthouse has to offer. Topics Covered: 02:22 How Peter and Katrina each found their way to the Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse 05:43 Why the site is nationally unique and deeply rooted in community stewardship 11:11 The 8,000+ years of history beneath the site 12:03 Tours, programs, and experiences happening at the lighthouse year-round 15:50 What Peter’s role as Program Manager with the Bureau of Land Management looks like 24:00 The vision behind the new River to Reef Arts Festival 30:18 What makes River to Reef a different kind of art festival 35:02 How the Bureau of Land Management and Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse & Museum work together 36:42 Key events that support the lighthouse throughout the year 43:42 Conservation, restoration, and the future of the site 53:15 How to get involved with the lighthouse through volunteering, events, and partnerships The ArtiGras Podcast celebrates the artists and stories that bring Palm Beach North to life, revealing the creativity and heart behind our art community. Love local stories and community leadership? Check out our sister series, the Palm Beach North Podcast, to stay updated with the future of Palm Beach County’s business community. Listen anywhere podcasts are found or visit palmbeachnorthpodcast.com! Check us out on social media! Instagram: ArtiGras: @artigras Palm Beach North: @palmbeachnorth Palm Beach North Chamber of Commerce: @pbnchamber Facebook: ArtiGras: /artigrasfineartsfestival Palm Beach North: /palmbeachnorth Palm Beach North Chamber of Commerce: /pbnchamber LinkedIn: Palm Beach North: /palmbeachnorth Palm Beach North Chamber of Commerce: /pbnchamber Website: To learn more about ArtiGras Podcast, visit: https://www.artigraspodcast.com To learn more about Palm Beach North Podcast, visit: https://www.palmbeachnorthpodcast.com To learn more about the Palm Beach North Chamber of Commerce, visit: https://www.pbnchamber.com Follow our guests! Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse & Museum Website: jupiterlighthouse.org Instagram: @jupiter_lighthouse Facebook: /jupiterinletlighthousemuseum LinkedIn: /company/jupiter-inlet-lighthouse-and-museum #ArtiGrasPodcast #JupiterLighthouse #PalmBeachCulture #RiverToReef #SupportLocalArts

    59 min
  4. One Love in Delray: Lloyd Stanbury on Launching the Palm Beach Reggae Music & Arts Festival

    FEB 26

    One Love in Delray: Lloyd Stanbury on Launching the Palm Beach Reggae Music & Arts Festival

    On the latest episode of the ArtiGras Podcast, we sit down with Lloyd Stanbury, Founder of the Palm Beach Reggae Music and Arts Festival. From his early days in Jamaica as a concert promoter and entertainment attorney to negotiating international deals and witnessing reggae’s global impact firsthand, Lloyd shares how a lifetime in music led him to create South Florida’s first multi day reggae centered festival. We explore the defining moments of his career, including promoting Sly and Robbie and negotiating a Rolling Stones related contract, and how those experiences shaped his commitment to protecting artists and sustaining reggae culture. Lloyd also shares the vision behind the festival’s multicultural, multimedia approach and his deeper motivation to build something meaningful in Palm Beach County that will inspire future generations. Topics Covered: • 2:28 – Lloyd Stanbury’s journey from Jamaica to Palm Beach County • 4:06 – The vision behind the Palm Beach Reggae Music & Arts Festival • 5:30 – Promoting Sly & Robbie • 7:50 – Negotiating a Rolling Stones related contract • 16:32 – Film, live music, and visual arts as a total cultural experience • 38:23 – Building a sustainable, multi day festival in South Florida • 48:06 – The global reach of reggae from Nairobi to Spain The ArtiGras Podcast celebrates the artists and stories that bring Palm Beach North to life, revealing the creativity and heart behind our art community. Artists and Creative Professionals! 📣 For free resources and more insight into Palm Beach County’s arts scene, visit our sponsor’s site: https://www.palmbeachculture.com Love local stories and community leadership? Check out our sister series, the Palm Beach North Podcast, to stay updated with the future of Palm Beach County’s business community. Listen anywhere podcasts are found or visit palmbeachnorthpodcast.com! Check us out on social media! Instagram: ArtiGras: @artigras Palm Beach North: @palmbeachnorth Palm Beach North Chamber of Commerce: @pbnchamber Facebook: ArtiGras: /artigrasfineartsfestival Palm Beach North: /palmbeachnorth Palm Beach North Chamber of Commerce: /pbnchamber LinkedIn: Palm Beach North: /palmbeachnorth Palm Beach North Chamber of Commerce: /pbnchamber Website: To learn more about ArtiGras Podcast, visit: https://www.artigraspodcast.com Follow our Guests! To learn more about Palm Beach North Podcast, visit: https://www.palmbeachnorthpodcast.com To learn more about the Palm Beach North Chamber of Commerce, visit: https://www.pbnchamber.com Follow our guests! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61587103944628 Lloyd's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lloydstanbury Instagram: @palmbeachreggae Website: palmbeachreggae.org #PalmBeachReggae #ReggaeFestival #DelrayBeach #OneLove #OldSchoolSquare

    58 min
  5. Behind the Curtain: Opera, Leadership & Community with James Barbato of Palm Beach Opera

    FEB 12

    Behind the Curtain: Opera, Leadership & Community with James Barbato of Palm Beach Opera

    On the latest episode of the ArtiGras Podcast, we sit down with James (Jim) Barbato of Palm Beach Opera, the General Director of one of South Florida’s most celebrated performing arts organizations. From his early days as a performer to navigating career crossroads and ultimately stepping into leadership in arts administration, Jim shares the moments that shaped his path and what it takes to sustain a world-class opera company. This conversation explores the evolution of his career, the deep connection between community engagement and artistic excellence, and how opera continues to thrive through education programs and innovative thinking. Jim also opens up about his insights on why live performance matters now more than ever, how Palm Beach Opera has carved out its unique identity, and what it takes to build a sustainable artistic ecosystem that serves audiences of all ages. 🎯 Topics Covered: • 01:27 — Jim Barbato’s journey from performer to arts leader • 03:36 — The impact of industry challenges and career pivot points • 29:36 — The resident artist program and cultivating emerging talent • 38:04 — Palm Beach Opera’s role in community engagement and education • 40:08 — Opera as a visceral, live art form that moves audiences • 52:02 — Making opera accessible and relevant to new audiences • 1:09:24 — Vision for the future and growing opera tourism in Palm Beach County The ArtiGras Podcast celebrates the artists and stories that bring Palm Beach North to life, revealing the creativity and heart behind our art community. Love local stories and community leadership? Check out our sister series, the Palm Beach North Podcast, to stay updated with the future of Palm Beach County’s business community. Listen anywhere podcasts are found or visit palmbeachnorthpodcast.com! Check us out on social media! Instagram: ArtiGras: @artigras Palm Beach North: @palmbeachnorth Palm Beach North Chamber of Commerce: @pbnchamber Facebook: ArtiGras: /artigrasfineartsfestival Palm Beach North: /palmbeachnorth Palm Beach North Chamber of Commerce: /pbnchamber LinkedIn: Palm Beach North: /palmbeachnorth Palm Beach North Chamber of Commerce: /pbnchamber Website: To learn more about ArtiGras Podcast, visit: https://www.artigraspodcast.com To learn more about Palm Beach North Podcast, visit: https://www.palmbeachnorthpodcast.com 'To learn more about the Palm Beach North Chamber of Commerce, visit: https://www.pbnchamber.com Follow our guests! Website: pbopera.org Instagram: palmbeachopera #OperaInPalmBeach #ArtsLeadership #LivePerformance #CommunityThroughArt #ArtiGrasPodcast

    1h 22m
  6. What It Takes to Lead a Modern Symphony with David McClymont

    JAN 8

    What It Takes to Lead a Modern Symphony with David McClymont

    From surfing Jupiter waves to leading a world-class orchestra, David McClymont’s career path is anything but traditional. As CEO of the Palm Beach Symphony, he brings endurance, discipline, and data-driven thinking to an art form often seen as purely creative. In this episode of the ArtiGras Podcast, David shares how leadership in the arts mirrors athletic endurance, why creativity and metrics must coexist, and how the Symphony has expanded access through education, outreach, and unforgettable community experiences. Topics Covered: 00:48 Growing up in Jupiter, competitive surfing, and early influences 02:57 Ironman training, endurance, and leadership at scale 07:16 Balancing data, creativity, and sustainable decision making 09:47 A pivotal leadership moment ahead of the Kravis Center debut 12:20 Winning the Symphony’s first Emmy and Carnival of More Animals 15:54 Mission-driven growth and expanding arts education across Palm Beach County The ArtiGras Podcast celebrates the artists and stories that bring Palm Beach North to life, revealing the creativity and heart behind our art community. Love local stories and community leadership? Check out our sister series, the Palm Beach North Podcast, to stay updated with the future of Palm Beach County’s business community. Listen anywhere podcasts are found or visit palmbeachnorthpodcast.com! Check us out on social media! Instagram: ArtiGras: @artigras Palm Beach North: @palmbeachnorth Palm Beach North Chamber of Commerce: @pbnchamber Facebook: ArtiGras: /artigrasfineartsfestival Palm Beach North: /palmbeachnorth Palm Beach North Chamber of Commerce: /pbnchamber Website: To learn more about ArtiGras Podcast, visit: https://www.artigraspodcast.com To learn more about Palm Beach North Podcast, visit: https://www.palmbeachnorthpodcast.com To learn more about the Palm Beach North Chamber of Commerce, visit: https://www.pbnchamber.com Follow our guests! Palm Beach Symphony Website: https://www.palmbeachsymphony.org Palm Beach Symphony Instagram: @pbsymphony Palm Beach Symphony Facebook: /palm beach symphony Palm Beach Symphony LinkedIn: /company/palm-beach-symphony David McClymont LinkedIn: /in/david-mcclymont #ArtiGrasPodcast #DavidMcClymont #PalmBeachSymphony #ArtsLeadership #PalmBeachArts

    48 min

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The ArtiGras Podcast, presented by the Cultural Council for Palm Beach County, is your gateway to the thriving art and culture scene of Palm Beach County. While rooted in the spirit of the ArtiGras Fine Arts Festival, the podcast explores a wide array of topics that celebrate the region's rich artistic heritage. From in-depth conversations with local and visiting artists to discussions about upcoming cultural events and exhibitions, the ArtiGras Podcast connects you to the rich and diverse artistic community that defines Palm Beach County, all year round.

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