Lupercalia Artists

Lupercalia Artists Season 2, Episode 3: Deborah McDonald, Author of Over the Bay Book Series

In this episode of Lupercalia Artists, Dr. Susan chats with author Deborah McDonald about her latest book release from her Over the Bay book series. This romantic fiction series highlights regional places and faces, paying homage to local celebrities and events. Check out this episode to get a taste of what you will want to read poolside this summer! Special thanks to Dark Con of Man for use of Viable in the Lupercalia Artists podcast. Check out their full album San Grael, available on Spotify, Apple Music, and other streaming services. Also special thanks to the University of South Alabama College of Education and Professional Studies for generously allowing use of their Sincerely, South podcast studio.

Lupercalia Artists Season 2, Episode 2: Author Paula Webb Talks about Writing, Marx Library Events and Exhibits, and the Importance of Local History

Paula Webb is the Outreach & Communications Librarian at the Marx Library at the University of South Alabama. She is an accomplished author of both local history and regional fiction. Tune in to hear about the incredible lineup for the library galleries this season, as well as her engaging chronicles of some lesser known key figures in history local to Mobile.  Paula's books are available at Lupercalia Art Society. Enjoy the music of Dark Con of Man at the end of this episode, with their original, Viable, and lead singer Dr. Joe Gaston, another University of South Alabama faculty member.

Lupercalia Artists Season 2, Episode 1: Artist Jess Banx with Daughter and Makeup Artist Eva Barone

In the first episode of season 2, we discuss art as therapy and the mental health crisis regionally as a microcosm of mental health on the national level. Artist Jess Bank talks about art for recovery and self fulfillment. Eva Barone discusses social media as an outlet for youth mental health support and encouragement. Enjoy the music of Dark Con of Man that bookends the episode, and stay tuned at the end for a full length version of "Viable"--the hottest track on their 2022 album, San Grael.

Lupercalia Artists Episode 6: The Haunted Speakeasy with Trey Oliver

In episode 6 Lupercalia gallerist and local historian Trey Oliver recalls the history surrounding the property now known as Lupercalia Art Society and how that has led to sightings of "whispers" and "spirits" in the gallery and speakeasy. Co-Host Joe Gaston of Dark Con of Man returns to the podcast (check out a full length version of Viable from their latest album San Grael), and Host Susan Ferguson shares some of her poetry and discusses finding artistic inspiration from graveyards and galleries.

Lupercalia Artists Episode 5: Terry Newberry & Tricia Babb Discuss Writing, Photography, & The Courage to Create

Author & Photographer Terry Newberry & Photographer Patricia Babb are guests in this episode airing the week of Terry's Lupercalia book launch for his 5th and 6th books--companion volumes of poetry and prose: Night Watches & Collected Verses. The two discuss finding inspiration in nostalgia as well as having the courage to persevere in artistic endeavors that bring fulfillment. Terry also reads selections from his newest books as well as from his 2020 release, Backbeats & Innocence. Co-Host for this episode is Susan's former student and current Career Tech & English Teacher at Foley High School, Stephanie Cody.  This episode features the debut original single from Dark Con of Man's album, San Grael, Viable. Stay tuned at the end of the episode for the full length song.