Poiesis Podcast

The Hearth of the Matter

I recently met Miranda Aisling Hynes at a event called Makers Monday at the Artist's Asylum in Somerville, MA. The event itself is sponsored by Miranda's Hearth, an Organization founded by Miranda with the mission of bringing people together around doing creative work and building relationships.  Maker's Monday is one of a number of recurring, monthly event's run by Miranda's Hearth members (aka. Embers). Other monthly events include a potluck dinner, a waltz night (often with live music), book club gatherings, a creative writing night, and more.. Talking with Miranda that night I became intrigued by her philosophy on art and making, and sensed a potential connection with what she is  doing and my own explorations around the concept of Poiesis.  Miranda studied fine art painting during her undergrad years and went on to earn a masters in Community Art Education from Lesley University.  In this episode Miranda shares many useful insights on a range of topics including: * the creative process * the notion of Art vs. making * how to build relationships * entrepreneurship for artists and makers * and more... Links from the show: Miranda's Hearth [https://www.facebook.com/mirandaaislingart/] Miranda's paintings [http://mirandashearth.com/the-community-art-hotel/] Don't Make Art, Just Make Something [https://www.amazon.com/Dont-Make-Art-Just-Something/dp/0615820360] Abstract Expressionism [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Abstract_expressionism] ​ [http://www.exhibitionpreview.com/lewis/lewis.html]Stanley Lewis [http://www.exhibitionpreview.com/lewis/lewis.html] Ablerto Giacometti [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alberto_Giacometti] ​The Tempest [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Tempest] Museum of Fine Arts, Boston [http://www.mfa.org`] Masters program at Lesley [http://www.lesley.edu/master-of-education/community-arts/arts-community-and-education/] Community Art Hotel [http://mirandashearth.com/the-community-art-hotel/] People mentioned: Jaclyn Wood [http://mirandashearth.com/jaclyn-wood/] Mathew Reese [http://mirandashearth.com/matthew-reese/] Kara Kulpa [http://www.karakulpa.com/] ​Show notes: * Origins of the name Miranda’s Hearth. [4:09] * A community based on creative exploration and authentic relationship. [6:42] * One of the most common forms of creating common shared experiences is creativity. [8:06] * Miranda talks about viewing Art as a vehicle for creating community. [8:35] * Don’t Make Art, Just Make Something. [9:53] * Because I couldn’t draw realistically with a Pencil,  thought I couldn’t be an artist. [12:16] * Abstract Expressionism and Miranda’s thought’s where her paintings might go. [16:34] * How Miranda is able to be attentive to the many varied projects of the ‘Hearth’. [19:32] * Why most entrepreneurial ventures fail. [20:54] * An introverted extrovert. [24:12] * Inviting to participate vs. asking people for help. [26:08] * Making a business out of confronting your flaws and working your growth edge. [27:22] * Miranda talks about finding a healthy relationship between business and Art. [30:43] * ‘…just make something…’  [33:51]

CATCHING UP WITH ACTOR, NEWS ANCHOR, STORYTELLER - JOSH BROGADIR

Josh Brogadir is a man on the go. When he's not anchoring the early morning news, or filling in on the sports desk at WCVB Channel 5 in Boston, he is likely acting in a locally shot movie or commercial. He also co-hosts the Framingham Access tv show, Novel Ideas, reviewing books and interviewing authors. In addition to reviewing books, he has done  voice-over work on numerous books and video games. Josh thrives on being involved in a variety of different projects.  In this interview we explore the ins and outs of what goes into making a decision to follow your dreams, and how to assess the risks involved. Josh shares great stories about his journey from being a school teacher in Framingham, to moving across the country with his wife, to becoming a news anchor, and then an actor in film, television and commercials. Links from show: JoshBrogadir.com [https://www.joshbrogadir.com/] Patriot's Day [https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01N9JG9DG/ref=as_li_qf_sp_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=poiesis0020-20&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=B01N9JG9DG&linkId=d67a2fb17add5beabbd98a53e244320d] Novel Ideas [https://www.carollynnluck.com/blank] Old Colonial Cafe [http://oldecolonialcafe.com/] Consiglios [http://www.consigliosrestaurant.com/#consiglios-home] WCVB Chanel 5 [http://www.wcvb.com/] Access Framingham [http://accessfram.tv/]WBUR 90.9 [http://www.wbur.org/] WRNI [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/WRNI_(AM)] NECN [http://www.necn.com/] NBC Universal [http://www.nbcuniversal.com/] Boston Casting [http://www.bostoncasting.com/] CPcasting [http://www.cpcasting.com/] Hollywood East [https://www.hollywoodeasttalent.com/] Christine Wyse [http://christinewyse.com/] NewEnglandFilm.com [http://newenglandfilm.com/] Impact Unit [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1Z3sI4NQzIQ] Mighty Mighty [http://www.bosstonesmusic.com/]Bosstones Cajon [https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0016QTHBU/ref=as_li_qf_sp_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=poiesis0020-20&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=B0016QTHBU&linkId=a9bda1e154e2970129af5466510c55eb] A Prayer for Owen Meany [https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0062204092/ref=as_li_qf_sp_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=poiesis0020-20&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=0062204092&linkId=faa523525e633c8c749250dbf833b0b7] The Hotel New Hampshire [https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/034541795X/ref=as_li_qf_sp_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=poiesis0020-20&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=034541795X&linkId=2cbf8563ec0a69082cbabf9db642f968] The World According to Garp [https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/034536676X/ref=as_li_qf_sp_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=poiesis0020-20&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=034536676X&linkId=1146abaa3976f075a9e519ee4eed867e] The Son of the Circus [https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0345417992/ref=as_li_qf_sp_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=poiesis0020-20&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=0345417992&linkId=a3569ff8c08effaaeaf5bb563912fa1c] The Almighty Buck [https://www.thealmightybuck.us/] Cold Car [https://www.facebook.com/coldcarmusic/] The Bourbon Chasers [https://twitter.com/bourbonchasers?lang=en] Slackville Players [https://www.facebook.com/slackvilleplayers/] Strong Poison [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Strong_Poison] People mentioned: Howard Cosell [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Howard_Cosell] Dicky Barrett [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dicky_Barrett] John Irving [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_Irving] Carol Lynn Luck [https://www.carollynnluck.com/]Tim Koh [https://www.bostonlovesmusic.com/about-tim-ko] Kerry Flynn Dorothy Sayers [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dorothy_L._Sayers] William LaBov [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/William_Labov] RD Sahl [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P8-qgZ7n0Ik] Show notes: * A passion for storytelling. [4:48] * Josh’s thoughts on good reporting. [6:12] * Finding balance between one’s own interests and the bigger story. [7:09      ] * Josh does not want Chicken Parmesan every Thursday night at Consiglios. [10:14] * We could all definitely get better and smoother and more polished... [12:28] * On always wanting to be a sports guy and live a multi-tiered existence. [14:58] * Josh on being a school teacher, and making a choice to pivot careers. [16:48] * On assessing risk with regard to career stability. [23:02] * How freelance news reporting allows Josh freedom to audition for acting roles. [27:15] * In search of stories with more depth. [29:49] * That time Josh’s sister goes on a job interview, and finds Josh a wife. [33:15] * The benefits of a supportive spouse. [35:40] * Playing the trumpet. [38:17] * Using voice to develop characters. [45:06] * What Josh’s news tone isn’t. [48:25] * Josh’s mentors. [50:00] * Josh's unique approach to reading books. [53:50] * On staying fit and being a competitor. [58:32] * Thoughts on good acting. [61:01] * Tips for actors in the city of Boston. [68:08]

Skipping the Small Talk with Ashley Kirsner

On Being Sex Positive - Interview with Nicole Mazzeo

The first incarnation of this blog and podcast, Poiesis Studio, was actually a practice group for actors and filmmakers. We used to meet at the Democracy Center in Harvard Square, Cambridge. It was there that I first met, Nicole Mazzeo. Her educational organization Pleasure Pie was sponsoring an ongoing discussion group called Sex Positive Boston. Curious to see what they were about, I eventually ventured into one of the meetings. A bit nervous, I was pleasantly surprised to find myself welcomed into a meeting space of very diverse folks talking with one another openly and honestly about their sexuality. I was struck how genuine and sincere people were, and how much they seemed to get out of having this space to share their thoughts and feelings on sex and relationships. As someone who leads therapy groups, I felt keenly aware of the presence and skill with which the facilitator, Nicole led this group. Nicole thinks outside of the box, and brings a boon of wisdom in this episode. Enjoy! Links from the show Pleasure Pie [http://www.pleasurepie.org/] Bitch Magazine [https://bitchmedia.org/] Sex Positive Boston [https://www.facebook.com/groups/sexpositiveboston/] Center for Sexual Pleasure and Health [http://www.thecsph.org/]Pervocracy [http://pervocracy.blogspot.com/] Weebly [https://www.weebly.com/] Shamble Meditation Center Brookline [http://boston.shambhala.org/] Occupy Boston [http://www.occupyboston.org/] Her [http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1798709/] Towel Head [http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0787523/] People mentioned Megan Andelloux [http://www.ohmegan.com/about/] Nina Hartley [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nina_Hartley] Show notes * Nicole talks about sex eduction and what the term Sex Positive means [4:39] * The beginnings of Nicole’s journey toward becoming a sex educator. [7:37] * Nicole talks about early challenges around sexuality. [10:12  ] * Feminism, Bitch Magazine, and Sex positivity. [11:58  ] * Zine making and the origins of Pleasure Pie. [14:51] * The ups and downs of teaching teenagers about consent. [16:53] * Slut and prude shaming. [23:08  ] * Nicole’s approach to leading discussion groups. [27:54] * Some of Nicole’s inspirations. [32:38] * Response to some random questions. [35:20 ] * Nicole’s final provocative question for listeners. [43:07]

Susan Campbell

Susan Campbell's writing on communication and personal coaching consultations have helped me greatly. She is a psychologist, a prolific writer, and a life coach in Sebastopol, California. Her latest book is 5 Minute Relationship Repair. I also highly recommend her other books Getting Real, and Truth in Dating. She has a passion for inspiring and fostering progressive change in the world, and channels this through her writing, work with clients, and training of other coaches in her Getting Real approach. I’m excited that she is on this podcast. Her wisdom flows with such ease, it could be easily missed if you’re not paying attention. I recommend listening closely and/or repeatedly, as she relates profound and practical thoughts, ideas and perspectives on such thing as: * Exponential change * Getting real * Coaching organizations * Communication during conflict * The current political climate * and more... Links : SusanCampbell.com [http://www.susancampbell.com/] Getting Real [https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0915811928/ref=as_li_qf_sp_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=poiesis0020-20&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=0915811928&linkId=d4d1cc65563e49df7e151dc2d1ec40bc] 5-Minute Relationship Repair [https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/193207371X/ref=as_li_qf_sp_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=poiesis0020-20&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=193207371X&linkId=08e12e336144e4701acec141e277eec3] Truth in Dating [https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/193207306X/ref=as_li_qf_sp_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=poiesis0020-20&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=193207306X&linkId=434393f03bc5e8800dca36fc405deff8] Authentic World NTL Institute [http://www.ntl.org/] T groups [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/T-groups] Human Potential Movement [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Human_Potential_Movement] Gestalt Therapy [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gestalt_therapy] The Tim Ferriss Show [http://fourhourworkweek.com/podcast/] MakeTheFuckingFilm.com [https://www.makethefuckingfilm.com/] Music from the show [http://robertross.bandcamp.com/track/sun-burn] People mentioned: Virginia Satir [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Virginia_Satir] Fritz Perls [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fritz_Perls] Rollo May [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rollo_May] Jim Bugental [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/James_Bugental] John Grey [http://healingcouplesretreats.com/dr-john-grey/] George Leonard [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/George_Leonard] Marilyn Rosanna Barrett Show notes: * The big picture - culture change, conflict, and adaptation. [4:25] * Exponential change - population, animal species extinction, climate. [5:44] * Susan’s early skills in high school leading to a career in helping. [8:57] * Susan’s mentors. [9:50] * In love with the Gestalt Therapy and Human Potential point of view. [11:35] * The Getting Real Work. [14:02] * Noticing the difference between reality and fear stories. [15:50] * Thoughts on coaching for organizations of people. [18:13] * Developing the witness. [22:10] * Communication in times of political conflict. [23:22] * The recent election and developmental tasks. [26:24] * Taking the blame out of it. [28:58] * A new world view. [31:28] * A bridge from a new world to us as individuals. [33:39] * Susan’s passion for training and mentoring coaches. [37:16] * 5 Minute Relationship Repair - Susan’s most recent book. [39:07] * Mindfulness [42:09]