In this episode of The Truth in This Art: Run It Back, I reconnect with Baltimore-based visual artist Qrcky for his third appearance on the podcast. Known for his bold black-and-white "Stripes" series, Qrcky shares how his work explores themes within the Black diaspora, urban landscapes, and the power of art to foster community dialogue. We dive into his evolution as an artist, including his transition into sculpture and recent experiments with gold and silver electroplating. Along the way, we discuss the challenges of navigating the art world, the importance of resilience, and his unique approach to balancing creativity and personal expression.

Be sure to listen to Qrcky's previous episodes on the podcast, including his first interview here and the Podcasting in Place episode where I interviewed him in his home studio here.

Host: Rob Lee
Music: Original music by Daniel Alexis Music with additional music from Chipzard and TeTresSeis.
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• Produced by Rob Lee & Daniel Alexis
• Edited by Daniel Alexis
• Show Notes courtesy of Rob Lee and Transistor

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In this episode of The Truth in This Art: Run It Back, I reconnect with acclaimed author, writer, and professor D. Watkins for his second appearance on the podcast. Known for his powerful storytelling, D. shares how his work continues to explore themes of identity, community, and resilience. We dive into the impact of his recent accolades, including the Gordon Parks Fellowship and the James Beard award, and how these experiences have shaped his creative journey. Along the way, we discuss the importance of staying true to one's craft, the challenges of navigating the art world, and the value of supporting one another within the community.

Be sure to listen to D. Watkins' previous episode on the podcast here.

Host: Rob Lee
Music: Original music by Daniel Alexis Music with additional music from Chipzard and TeTresSeis.
Production:

• Produced by Rob Lee & Daniel Alexis
• Edited by Daniel Alexis
• Show Notes courtesy of Rob Lee and Transistor

Photos:

• Rob Lee photos by Vicente Martin for The Truth In This Art and Contrarian Aquarian Media.
• Guest photos courtesy of the guest, unless otherwise noted.

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In this episode, I sit down with Tonya Mosley, award-winning journalist, NPR's Fresh Air host, and the creative force behind podcasts She Has A Name and Truth Be Told. Tonya shares her journey from a young journalist at the Detroit Free Press to becoming one of the leading voices in public media.

We discuss her passion for storytelling, the importance of amplifying underrepresented voices, and the evolving challenges in journalism today. Tonya reflects on memorable career moments, the reps that shaped her craft, and how she stays true to her vision while navigating the demands of modern media.

Whether you're a storyteller, journalist, or simply curious about the power of narrative, this episode is filled with insights, inspiration, and a touch of humor. Tune in for a candid conversation about the art of connecting through stories.

Host: Rob Lee
Music: Original music by Daniel Alexis Music with additional music from Chipzard and TeTresSeis.
Production:

• Produced by Rob Lee & Daniel Alexis
• Edited by Daniel Alexis
• Show Notes courtesy of Rob Lee and Transistor

Photos:

• Rob Lee photos by Vicente Martin for The Truth In This Art and Contrarian Aquarian Media.
• Guest photos courtesy of the guest, unless otherwise noted.

Support the podcast

• The Truth In This Art Podcast Fractured Atlas (Fundraising): https://www.fracturedatlas.org
• The Truth In This Art Podcast Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/thetruthinthisart.bsky.social
• The Truth In This Art Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/truthinthisart/?hl=en
• The Truth In This Art Podcast Website: https://www.thetruthinthisart.com/
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