Men and Art

Episode 80 -

Many, if not most, of the greatest artists of all time were men.  Yet it could be argued that the average man today has distanced himself from much of what could be traditionally called "the arts."  Whether it's making it or appreciating it, things like poetry and painting, crafts and classical music, aren't likely at the top of the list for the manliest activities.  Should that concern men?

Chad channels his chest hair envy and 'leads like a Ross' for this episode, as Ben keeps the beat and plays the p(art) of groovy co-host.  The two take an inward look at their own artlessness and tease out the untapped potential.  What sorts of creative activities qualify as art?  How can art enable us to see deeper into and appreciate the world around us?   And what is lost to us should we forgo the chance to engage in our artistic interests?

SHOW NOTES:

Andrew Peterson book:  Adorning the Dark, a new book by Andrew Peterson

Poem referenced by Chad:  If— by Rudyard Kipling | Poetry Foundation

Cool song by Kings Kaleidescope:  All Glory Be to Christ - Kings Kaleidoscope - YouTube

All The Poets (Peterson song read by Chad at episode's end): All The Poets | Andrew Peterson | Lyric Video - YouTube