14 episodes
Proud To Be of Rust and Glass Voices Around Us™
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5.0 • 3 Ratings
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"Proud To Be of Rust and Glass" is a series of conversations surrounding the creative journey and all the good and ill associated with making great art in the Midwest. It is the human side of the colors you see brushed on a canvas, the words written between covers, and the sweat and grit put into telling our stories--real stories about real people doing what they love best: creating. Have Questions? Email Us with any questions you may have. We're here to help!
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Yvette M. Reyes; Of Escapism and Art's Intrinsic Value
YMR also known as Yvette Michelle Reyes is a self-taught, Mexican American artist hailing from Toledo, Ohio. Their art has mostly been an autobiographical expression, used as a means of escapism and survival conveyed through dreamscapes and surrealism.
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Zack Fletcher; Of Music and Dreams
Zack Fletcher is a prolific singer-songwriter/guitarist from Ohio and bandleader of Moths in the Attic. The ghosts of his life experience pervade his uniquely crafted songs through poetic lyricism, riveting guitar patterns, and ethereal melodies. This episode includes the worldwide debut of their "Live Sessions II" version of Human Things.
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Of Poets and Playwrights
Sandra Rivers-Gill is a multi-talented Northwest Ohio poet whose passion for the rhythm and melody of life permeates through her work. Whether it's her poetry, scripts, spoken word performances, or one-woman shows, creativity is the music that moves her.
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Brian Ustaszewski; Of Lights, Cameras, and Midwest Action
Brian Ustaszewski is a Northwest Ohio-based filmmaker and audio engineer who proves you don't have to live in Hollywood to create great films. He takes advantage of the true Midwestern story to create stunning visual and aural art.
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Jelani Maliik, Of Manifestation and Hip-Hop
Jelani Maliik, aka Knightheart, is the founder of Mvnifvst and a recording/performing artist. He grew up in the music, and like many of us, music saved his life. Now, he encourages others to follow their passions and manifest their dreams. Song: "But Still I Bleed" Artist: Knightheart Guitar: Jesse Reau Producer: InSession
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Steven J Athanas
Steven Jay is a mixed bag when it comes to his chosen creative outlet. He’s an artist, a poet, a musician, and he even tried his hat at being a dancer one time. His work is often “punny” and flexes his penchant for wordplay while simultaneously pointing a critical eye at some of life’s mundane intricacies.