Latest Utah advocacy Podcast Episodes
Poetry and Storytelling "For the Next Generation"
Culture Bytes - June 01, 2023 14:00 - 36 minutes ★★★★ - 3 ratingsIn this episode, Ernesto Balderas, UCAF Deputy Director speaks with Darren Parry, author and former Chairman of the Northwestern Band of the Shoshone Nation, and Jamera Naquai, poet and spoken word artist. Parry and Naquai speak on their most recent books and how their creative work can inspire ...
Fostering Dance in Southern Utah with Red Rock Dance Company
Culture Bytes - April 20, 2022 15:00 - 22 minutes ★★★★ - 3 ratingsIn this episode, we speak with Sherlynn Davis, Executive Director of the St. George Dance Company and Lisa Clements, Executive Director for the Red Rock Dance Festival and Assistant Administrative Director for the St. George Dance Company. They speak to us about their Spring Show coming up at th...
Dan Hemmert On the Cultural Industry and The Economy
Culture Bytes - January 23, 2022 16:00 - 12 minutes ★★★★ - 3 ratingsFor Day 6 of 45 Days of Advocacy | 2022, listen to Utah Cultural Alliance's conversation with Dan Hemmert, Executive Director on the significance of the cultural industry within the economic development of the state of Utah. Hear about what the cultural industry provides for both small and large...
How Dixie Watercolor Society Aims to Serve the Southern Utah Community
Culture Bytes - November 23, 2021 15:00 - 26 minutes ★★★★ - 3 ratingsThis week we spoke to Glenda, the current President, and Daphne, the prior President of the Dixie Watercolor Society based in St. George, Utah. They speak to us about their own artistic careers, the importance of Gallery 35 to both members and non-members of the Society, and the climate of suppo...
Exploring Paleontology and Museums with St. George Dinosaur Discovery Site
Culture Bytes - October 26, 2021 14:00 - 18 minutes ★★★★ - 3 ratingsIn this episode, we speak with Diana Call, Executive Director at the St. George Dinosaur Discovery Site at Johnson Farm. Diana tells us about why the Discovery Site was founded in St. George, the various educational and research assets of the Site, and about an upcoming exhibit. Want to hear mor...
Showcasing Local Artists and Art Education with St. George Art Museum
Culture Bytes - October 26, 2021 14:00 - 24 minutes ★★★★ - 3 ratingsIn this episode, we speak with Natalie Gula, Administrator at the St. George Art Museum. Natalie tells us about the wide variety of educational programming offered at the museum, the newly launched ARTIE school bus, and how the gift shop serves to showcase local artists. Want to hear more? Head ...
Southwest Symphony and Bringing Music to Southern Utah
Culture Bytes - October 26, 2021 14:00 - 15 minutes ★★★★ - 3 ratingsIn this episode, we speak to Bonnie Reynolds, Executive Director of the Southwest Symphony. Bonnie speaks to us about the mission of the Symphony, it's recent 40th Anniversary, and how the organization continued programming despite the challenges of COVID-19. Want to hear more? Head to our websi...
Providing Public Art to St. George with the Art Around the Corner Foundation
Culture Bytes - October 26, 2021 14:00 - 24 minutes ★★★★ - 3 ratingsIn this episode, we speak to Marianne Hamilton of the Art Around the Corner Foundation. Marianne tells us about the history of the Foundation, how the Foundation supports artists through its "art on loan" program, and the Young Creators Want to hear more? Head to our website today using the lin...
Elizabeth Gunter on What Art Provides to Southern Utah
Culture Bytes - September 28, 2021 14:00 - 18 minutes ★★★★ - 3 ratingsThis week, we speak to Elizabeth Gunter, Artist and Gallerist of Art Provides in St. George, Utah. Elizabeth talks about the inspiration behind the name of gallery "Art Provides," what is coming next for the gallery, and how diversity, equity, and inclusion are at the forefront of exhibition pla...
Connections Through Corn With Kimball Art Center and Jorge Rojas
Culture Bytes - August 18, 2021 14:00 - 30 minutes ★★★★ - 3 ratingsThis week, we spoke with Jorge Rojas, the inaugural artist-in-residence, and Nancy Stoaks, Curator, for the Kimball Art Center. We specifically discuss how the artist-in-residence program benefits Jorge and the Kimball Art Center, the significance of the Gente de Maiz/People of Corn Exhibition t...
Great Salt Lake Fringe Festival Presents Captivating Theater
Culture Bytes - July 28, 2021 17:00 - 14 minutes ★★★★ - 3 ratingsThis week, we speak to Shianne Gray, the co-Festival Director of the 2021 Great Salt Lake Fringe Festival starting tomorrow, July 29 and going until August 8. Shianne talks to us about how she got involved with the Fringe Festival, what distinguishes the Festival from other theatrical production...
Black Storytellers of Utah and Creating the Beloved Community Project
Culture Bytes - July 22, 2021 15:00 - 28 minutes ★★★★ - 3 ratingsThis week on Culture Bytes, we speak with Amy MacDonald, Founder and Director of Brolly Arts, Marian Howe-Taylor, Manager of Special Projects at Salt Lake Community College, and Doctor Tashelle Wright, Black Health Liason. Amy and Marian are also the Co-Creators of Black Social Change Utah and t...
Jessica Kinsey and Bringing SUMA to Life
Culture Bytes - July 06, 2021 23:00 - 22 minutes ★★★★ - 3 ratingsThis week we spoke with Jessica Kinsey, the Director/Curator of the Southern Utah Museum of Art. She spoke to us about what led up to her becoming the Director/Curator of SUMA and how her artistic exposure has influenced her life. In addition, she speaks to us about the history of the museum, it...
FMASU and Bringing Film to Southern Utah
Culture Bytes - July 06, 2021 22:00 - 21 minutes ★★★★ - 3 ratingsThis week we spoke with John Pugh, the Co-Founder and Vice President for the Film and Media Alliance of Southern Utah (FMASU). He discusses the significance of FMASU and what exactly differentiates the organization from other film-presenting entities. John also talks about the Guerilla Filmmakin...
Jennifer Ortiz and Her New Role at Utah Division of State History
Culture Bytes - June 17, 2021 14:00 - 17 minutes ★★★★ - 3 ratingsThis week, we spoke to Jennifer Ortiz, the new Director of the Utah Division of State History (UDSH). Jennifer talks to us about her career thus far and what experience and lessons she hopes to bring to the UDSH. Also, we discuss the history of the Division, various goals for the Division going ...
Season 2, Episode 30: Emily Rose Reed and the City of St. George
Culture Bytes - June 10, 2021 15:00 - 19 minutes ★★★★ - 3 ratingsThis week, we spoke to Emily Reed, the new Community Arts Manager of the City of St. George. In our conversation, we speak to Emily about her new responsibilities as Community Arts Manager, what she perceives the support for artists in St. George is like, and St. George's new Art Bus project dur...
Season 2, Episode 29: Victoria Petro-Eschler and Salty Cricket Composers Collective
Culture Bytes - June 02, 2021 18:00 - 13 minutes ★★★★ - 3 ratingsIn this episode, we speak to Victoria Petro-Eschler, Olivia Torgersen, and Alexis Heris of Salty Cricket Composers Collective. The Collective is dedicated to creating positive, prosperous, and empowered futures for all through innovative approaches to music, education, and outreach. They speak t...
Season 2, Episode 28: UMOCA and Horacio Rodriguez
Culture Bytes - May 24, 2021 15:00 - 22 minutes ★★★★ - 3 ratingsThis week we spoke to Zachary Norman, Director of Marketing and Communications, and Horacio Rodriguez, the current artist-in-residence, at the Utah Museum of Contemporary Art. They speak to us about how the arts have influenced their lives and what Horacio's exhibit "Radicalized Relics" means to...
Season 2, Episode 27: Kristin Rector and NOVA Chamber Music Series
Culture Bytes - May 11, 2021 15:00 - 18 minutes ★★★★ - 3 ratingsThis week, we spoke to Kristin Rector who is the Executive Director of NOVA Chamber Music Series. She speaks to us about how they adapted to the challenges presented by the COVID-19 pandemic. Kristin details what exactly can be heard in "The NOVA Podcast" and what the significance of one of thei...
Season 2, Episode 26: Danielle Rowe and "Black Utah"
Culture Bytes - April 26, 2021 16:00 - 14 minutes ★★★★ - 3 ratingsToday, we speak with Danielle Rowe, a photographer and storyteller in Utah. She speaks to us about her latest project "Black Utah," a project in which she aims to show Black individuals across Utah in their comfortable environment.
Season 2, Episode 25: Hannah Farr and West Works Theatre
Culture Bytes - April 15, 2021 14:00 - 19 minutes ★★★★ - 3 ratingsThis week, we spoke to Hannah Farr, Artistic Director and Founder, of West Works Theatre. Hannah tells us about the brand new permanent facility coming for West Works Theatre in addition to what the Theatre has been up to during the pandemic and information on their blog "The Surly Mermaid." Lis...
Season 2, Episode: Jerry Rapier and Plan-B Theatre Company
Culture Bytes - March 15, 2021 16:00 - 26 minutes ★★★★ - 3 ratingsThis week, we speak to Jerry Rapier, Artistic Director for Plan-B Theatre Company. He speaks to us on what the significance of having a presenting organization like Plan-B Theatre Company in the state of Utah is. He also details what he has learned in implementing diversity, equity, and inclusio...
Season 2, Episode 23: Caribbean Nightingale and Poetry in Utah
Culture Bytes - March 02, 2021 15:00 - 27 minutes ★★★★ - 3 ratingsThis week, we spoke to Michaelle Martial, founder of Caribbean Nightingale LLC. She speaks to us about the significance of her organization and how it serves to "promote the healing powers of the arts and diversity in Utah and abroad." In addition, she discusses the #BlackJoyIs blog that is hous...
Season 2, Episode 22: Arts Administration and its Role in the Cultural Industry
Culture Bytes - February 23, 2021 20:00 - 27 minutes ★★★★ - 3 ratingsThis week, we spoke to Joshua Stavros, Associate Director of the Arts Administration program at Southern Utah University. He details what exactly Arts Administration means for the cultural industry and what types of curriculum students learn within the program. In addition, he details what the s...
Season 2, Episode 21: Ruby Chou and the Mundi Project
Culture Bytes - February 11, 2021 15:00 - 20 minutes ★★★★ - 3 ratingsThis week, we spoke with Dr. Ruby Chou, Executive Director for the Mundi Project. She speaks to us about the impact of several programs run by the Mundi Project including their Piano Brank program and various professional development webinars offered to educators.
Season 2, Episode 20: Rural Arts with Cedar City Arts Council
Culture Bytes - January 26, 2021 18:00 - 23 minutes ★★★★ - 3 ratingsThis week, we speak to Sara Penny, who is the Vice President of the Cedar City Arts Council. She speaks to us today about the significance of her work in relation to providing funding and support for cultural events and artists in southern Utah, specifically Cedar City. She also speaks to us abo...
Season 2, Episode 19: All-Abilities Artist Opportunities with Art Access
Culture Bytes - January 04, 2021 15:00 - 30 minutes ★★★★ - 3 ratingsThis week, we spoke to Shandra Benito, Executive Director of Art Access! Shandra discusses various facets of her work including the significance of providing opportunities to create art for artists with disabilities and other marginalized communities. In addition, she discusses the benefits and ...
Season 2, Episode 18: Experiencing International Films with DOCUTAH
Culture Bytes - December 28, 2020 20:00 - 22 minutes ★★★★ - 3 ratingsThis week, we spoke to Della Lowe, PR and Marketing Director for DOCUTAH, the International Documentary Film Festival at Dixie State University. She speaks to us about what it means for DOCUTAH to provide a "global experience" as part of the festival as well as adaptations they've had to make fo...
Season 2, Episode 17: Providing a Queer Performing Space in Utah - Queer Spectra
Culture Bytes - December 14, 2020 15:00 - 18 minutes ★★★★ - 3 ratingsThis week, we spoke to Max Barnewitz, one of the co-founds of the Queer Spectra Arts Festival. They speak to us about how Queer Spectra came to be and what it means to provide a safe space for queer performing arts to be conceptualized and performed. They also speak to us about how the various d...
Season 2, Episode 16: Bringing Flamenco to Utah with Tablado Dance Company
Culture Bytes - December 07, 2020 15:00 - 23 minutes ★★★★ - 3 ratingsThis week, we spoke to Solange Gomes, the Founder, Principal Dancer, Artistic Director, and Choreographer for Tablado Dance Company. She speaks about her experience teaching dance within Utah in comparison to her time in South America. Gomes also speaks on how she aims to provide dance educatio...
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