BEAUTIFUL PEOPLE, WE ARE BACK IN ACTION!!!! After a much needed but longer than expected haitus, Unraveling is back with more episodes!!! On this episode, we are talking with Anne Adam's, Michael Dela Dika and Donte Hayes, exhibitors in the upcoming exhibition, The Medium is the Message. This exhibition will highlight different ceramic artists from every part of the continent of Africa as well as other diasporic artists, showcasing our collective connection to ceramics. If you are going to NCECA, feel free to check out the show at Southside Contemporary Art Gallery. Check out each of the guests on Instagram @mcmichaeldika @adamsanne_ @dontekhayes @southsidecontemporary --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/unraveling-pod/support

Whatsuppppp party peopleeeee. I hope you all are doing well and had a chance to catch up on all the episodes from SEASON ONE. I am back with an episode single, a string of episodes i will release in between season one and two. This episode is truly a delight. A multi-generational exchange between three other artists and myself. Adero Willard, Sana Musasama, and Shea Burke, three talented amazing Black artists who were featured in the NCECA exhibition Clay holds water, Water holds Memory. Adero invited me to be apart of the programming of this amazing exhibition and curate a small conversation during the conference in Cincinnati. Throughout this episode, we touch on our entries into clay, our respective challenges and what it means to seek connection withe other Black women and non-binary ceramics artists. General content warning, this is definitely a tear jerker episode.  To learn more about any of the artists in this episode or the featured exhibition, follow them on Instagram. @aderowillard @sanamusasama @sheaburke_ @claywatermemory --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/unraveling-pod/support

As promised, here is part two of Trials and Triumphs, the last episode of the first season. *sad face* Building on the analysis of part one, Marcus and I go deeper into breaking down overarching ideas, such as the complexities of Afro-futurism, the eerie soft hum of white supremacy, and the genuine desire for queer identities in the Wakandan/Talacón worlds. With so many hopes we have for the franchise, we are eager to see what is to comes next from Ryan Coogler and the entire team behind Black Panther. You can stream Black Panther 2 on Disney+ starting January 20th! To learn more about Marcus, follow him on Instagram @4momentz --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/unraveling-pod/support

Welcome to part one of Trials and Triumphs, the second to last episode of the first season. Tag teaming this topic with me is Marcus Lane, a great friend and mind when it comes to critical thinking ideas. This conversation is split up into two 1hr shows, giving a full break down of Black Panther: Wakanda Forever and the many themes that show up in the overall franchise. There will be spoilers but you can stream Black Panther 2 on Disney+ starting January 20th! To learn more about Marcus, follow him on Instagram @4momentz --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/unraveling-pod/support

Tender and messy, what a perfect way to close•start out the year. In this episode, I had the pleasure of being in conversation with one of my best friends Mar. Inspired by my meditations during Kwanzaa this past year, this episode wrestles with the messiness of determining oneself and how art (and its community) has been a space to figuring it all out. With the help of Mar, this episode captures how in community and unity, we find language in others we align with to help with our own self discovery.  Learn more about Mar’s expansive practice by following them on Instagram @low.magnetic.zap --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/unraveling-pod/support

In addition to episodes that are public on all podcast platforms, Patreon subscribers will get exclusive access to bonus content, including 1n1 video interviews with different artists across fields. To give you a sample of what I envision, here is a small snippet from an upcoming 1n1 episode with emerging artist, Victoria Walton. A close friend and fellow clay lover, Victoria is a figurative ceramic sculptor, who is a 2nd year grad student at Alfred University. It is a true honor and pleasure to help tell Victoria's story as one of the greatest makers of our time. Enjoy the video clip on Spotify and audio clip on all platforms.  Full episode releases in Jan 2023 on Unraveling Pod's Patreon. Subscribe for as low as $3. In the meantime, learn more about Victoria and her practice on instagram @victoriawaltonstudio.  --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/unraveling-pod/support

Last week’s episode was alllllll about joy and Black nerd banter. This episode follows suit and is all about play featuring an amazing artist and curator, Chelsey Luster. Throughout the conversation, we explore how play acts as a form of creative ingenuity as well as resistance against external forces. Analyzing uses of collage, color, tiktok and paper as some of the many great processes to help keep the juices flowing and the work as playful as humanly possible. To learn more about Chelsey’s artistic and curatorial practices, follow her @chelseylusterart Outro cred: Toot That by Erica Banks, Instrumental audio version produced by Sgt J & Deemactmu. 1501 Certified Ent. @SgtJ903 @Deemactmu --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/unraveling-pod/support

Whatsup everyone!!! Hope you are having an awesome week. Back with another episode, featuring a close friend of mine, DeVonn Caldwell. A fellow Black nerd and mythology enthusiast, DeVonn and I unpack the various source of inspiration for us when it comes to depicting our mythological lores in our work. This is episode is nothing but high joy as we dabble in our inner child when it comes to playing make-believe. Learn more about DeVonn and his Zoomorphic forms by following him on instagram at @ceramicsnstuff --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/unraveling-pod/support

Hey Unraveling family!!!! WE. ARE. BACK. Thank each of you all for your generous support and patience with the final installment of the multi-part series, Chicago Raised! On this episode, I reflect on some of the influences growing up in Chicago that shaped my vision for my art practice/community uplift. Touching on topics similar to the first three parts, I share my own personal connection to grief and the ways it has unearthed some of those core ideals from my childhood that capitalism has tried to erode.  --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/unraveling-pod/support

The man. The myth. The legend. Davey Friday, y'all!!!  Hey everyone. Welcome to the third installment of the multi-part episode, Chicago Raised pt. 3 feat. Davey Friday. An artist, designer, architect, Kobe Bryant enthusiast, Davey is a man of many talents. On this episode, we take a deep dive into the complexity of design, both on a micro and macro level. From discussing politics of urban planning to the influence of pop culture on his vision for design, Davey invites us into his mind to see his thought process. This episode was a lot of fun to record. This is a hearty conversation, so sit back or go for a walk because we about to dig. in.  You can learn more about Davey's work and upcoming projects by following him on instagram @daveyfriday --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/unraveling-pod/support

At the family reunion, who we introducing? Who we introducing?! Wassup everyone, welcome back to part 2 of the multi-episode, Chicago Raised, featuring my baby bro Don B. What better way to add to this family affair than to bring my younger brother Donald on for a fun complex episode talking about our home town. On this episode, we dissect the impact of drill music on the world as well as the healing behind the art of tattoos. This episode sheds light on many ways we find healing in art, even through the toughest of times. Sit back and enjoy this one of a kind episode featuring one of my favorite ppl on the planet! You can learn more about Don's clothing line and other projects he's working on by following him on instagram @successdon2x  --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/unraveling-pod/support

Hey everyone! Welcome back to another episode of Unraveling podcast. This is a special multi-episode, Chicago Raised, part 1 of a four part segment. Today's episode features my cousin Dewain, a mentor and guiding light in my journey in becoming an artist. In this laid back conversation, we cover alot of distance, discussing the influence of my grandmother on us to the challenges that come with making the work. Enjoy --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/unraveling-pod/support

Hey everyone!!!!! Thank you for your love and patience. Had to take a small impromptu hiatus with moving apartments and putting on my first solo show but I am back! This is a bonus episode. Initially released on the Patreon, this is a Storytime Episode, That time I got to hang out with David Drake. In the episode I talk about this amazing opportunity I got to experience back at home working with the Art Institute.  If you enjoy this episode, subscribe to the Patreon where you can be the first to listen to amazing content such as this episode. Become a patron today for as little as $3.  --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/unraveling-pod/support

Patreon is an awesome way to get more involved and benefits from the Unraveling Podcast. For as low as $3, you can get access to bonus episodes, audio and visual, as well as other cool perks like merch. To give you a taste of what is available, check out this snippet of one of the bonus episodes, Soul-less Soul, a deep dive on the movie Soul. Visit patreon.com/unravelingpod to hear the full episode and learn more.  --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/unraveling-pod/support

In the first two episodes, Mike, my mom, and I speak on few of the ways we have found our entry into art. But that is such a tall ask for anyone. On this episode, Finding your door, I break down unlocking that portal and finding your connection to art.  Listen to the second episode of Unraveling on Spotify, Apple Podcast or any other place where you get your podcast content. ALSO!!! Subscribe to the Patreon for bonus content as well as help support the production of the content. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/unraveling-pod/support

Back at it again with another episode this time featuring my Mommy! On Family of Non-Artists Artists, my mom and I speak about our entry points into art and the influence family can have on you connecting with your creative spirit. We point out the parallels in our upbringing and how our lineage is secretly artistic. Happy belated birthday to us, mom. Listen to the second episode of Unraveling on Spotify, Apple Podcast or any other place where you get your podcast content. ALSO!!! Subscribe to the Patreon for bonus content as well as help support the production of the content. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/unraveling-pod/support

Welcome to the FIRST episode of Unraveling podcast, Distant Images featuring my best friend, Clay Brother, fellow dark humor lover, Mike Tavares. We use a few movies (Ma Rainey's Black Bottom, One Night In Miami, and Soul) to unpack representation of Black artists. Throughout the episode, we battle the overall topic do we align with these images and how do they serve us today.  Listen to Unraveling on Spotify, Apple Podcast or any other place where you get your podcast content. ALSO!!! Subscribe to the Patreon for bonus content as well as help support the production of the content. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/unraveling-pod/support

Welcome to Unraveling podcast. Here is an introductory episode / season 1 trailer, a snapshot of what the show is about and a quick teaser of the first episode Distant Images featuring my best friend, Clay Brother, fellow dark humor lover, Mike Tavares. We unpack the Black art representation in few recent movies. Listen to Unraveling on Spotify, Apple Podcast or any other place where you get your podcast content. ALSO!!! Subscribe to the Patreon for bonus content as well as help support the production of the content.  --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/unraveling-pod/support