89.1 WEMU: Art And Soul
112 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 1 ratingLisa Barry, host of WEMU's All Things Considered, will work with Omari Rush from the Ann Arbor Art Center to bring you stories about the art and artists that you can see, feel, touch and experience right in your own neighborhood. Each segment will feature an in depth look at a particular event, installation, artist, etc. along with news and tidbits about what's happening in art around town. In addition to regular airings on WEMU, Art and Soul will also be a regular web feature with dynamic content with pictures and videos that will help bring the art to life.
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Episodes
Art & Soul - The Culinary Arts: Meet The Local Woman Known As The "Tomato Evangelist"
August 01, 2019 20:35This week, "Art and Soul" focuses on the culinary arts. WEMU’s Lisa Barry and Jessica Webster speak with Tammie Gilfoyle , a local artist, dog rescuer, and now known to some as the “tomato evangelist” because of the fresh vegetables she's growing in Dexter.
Art & Soul: The Performing Arts - The Ann Arbor Blues Festival, Ann Arbor Pride, And More
July 25, 2019 20:30This week, "Art and Soul" is about the local performance arts scene. WEMU's Lisa Barry and Wendy Wright talk with the executive producer of the Ann Arbor Blues Festival, James Partridge, about the upcoming festival and discuss several other events happening in the coming weeks.
Art & Soul: The Art Of Well Being - Intriguing And Insightful Lessons For Business And For Life
July 18, 2019 20:30This week, "Art and Soul" is about the art of well being. 89.1 WEMU's Lisa Barry talks with Zingerman's co-founder, speaker, and author Ari Weinzweig about sharing the wisdom from anarchist Emma Goldman to bring joy and creative purpose to our work and personal lives.
Art & Soul: The Visual Arts - Ann Arbor's International Museum Of Dinnerware Design
July 11, 2019 20:35This week, "Art and Soul" is about the visual arts. 89.1 WEMU's Lisa Barry talks with state and local arts leader Omari Rush and Dr. Margaret Carney, director of the International Museum of Dinnerware Design in Ann Arbor.
Art & Soul: The Performing Arts - A Local Celtic Festival, Theater, And More
June 27, 2019 20:30On this edition of "Art and Soul," 89.1 WEMU's Lisa Barry and Wendy Wright begin by talking to the entertainment director for the Saline Celtic Festival about the upcoming festival. They also talk about several local theater productions, jazz musical performances, and "Lady Bunny."
Art & Soul: The Art Of Well Being - Know Your Purpose, Live A Personal/Professional Life Of Meaning
June 20, 2019 20:30This week's "Art and Soul" is about the art of well being. 89.1 WEMU's Lisa Barry talks about how knowing you purpose in your personal life and at work can make life so much more fulfilling. Her guest is University of Michigan professor, author, and co-founder of the "Center for Positive Organizations" at U of M's Ross School of Business , Dr. Bob Quinn.
Art & Soul: The Visual Arts - Ann Arbor Artist Creates Historic Negro League Baseball Player Art
June 13, 2019 20:30This week, local and state arts leader Omari Rush and WEMU’s Lisa Barry talk with an Ann Arbor artist who uses a variety of mediums to create art of historic Negro League baseball players. They also talk about several other visual art opportunities in our area.
Art & Soul: The Culinary Arts - This Is Not Your Typical Coney Island In Ypsilanti
June 06, 2019 20:30This week, "Art and Soul" is about the culinary arts, focusing on the many food options in our community. 89.1 WEMU's Lisa Barry and Jessica Webster talk to the owner of Antonio's Coney Island in Ypsilanti, where diners might be surprised to find a non-typical, coney island menu focusing more on Central American specialties.
Art & Soul: The Performing Arts - Ann Arbor Summer Festival Mainstage Preview
May 23, 2019 20:30This week, "Art and Soul" is about the vibrant local performance arts scene. 89.1 WEMU’s Lisa Barry and Wendy Wright talk with the executive director of the Ann Arbor Summer Festival , Mike Michelon, about what’s planned for the Mainstage for the upcoming event.
Art & Soul: The Art Of Well Being - Local Magazine Intends To Have Positive Impact On Our Community
May 16, 2019 20:30This week, "Art and Soul" is about the art of well being. 89.1 WEMU's Lisa Barry's guest is local businesswoman Sarah Whitsett, who created a local magazine called "The Brick Magazine," focusing on women who contribute to the foundation in the community in a positive manner.
Art & Soul - The Visual Arts: Artists At The Community Development Table
May 09, 2019 20:30This week, "Art and Soul" is about the visual arts. 89.1 WEMU's Lisa Barry talks with with a creative strategist working with the Americans for the Arts sponsoring an artist workshop in Ypsilanti later this month. Roseann Weiss says they're looking forward to connecting with a "room full of artists" at Riverside Arts Center on May 21st.
Art & Soul: The Culinary Arts - Food Is More About The Human Connection Than What's On Your Plate
May 02, 2019 20:30This week, "Art and Soul" is about the culinary arts. 89.1 WEMU's Lisa Barry and Jessica Webster talk to renowned southern food and history writer John T. Edge , who will be speaking at Zingerman's upcoming Camp Bacon.