The Truth In This Art: Stories of Arts & Culture

The Truth In This Art: Stories of Arts & Culture


Latest Episodes

Secret Walls Founder Terry Guy on Global Art Battles & The Art of Competition Tour
September 25, 2024

In this episode of The Truth In This Art, I sit down with Terry Guy, the visionary founder of Secret Walls. Since launching in 2006, Terry has been a key figure in revolutionizing the global art scene with Secret Walls' live paint battles. We dive into Te

Lesley Malin on Chesapeake Shakespeare Company & the Baltimore August Wilson Celebration
September 24, 2024

In this episode, I sit down with Lesley Malin, the Producing Executive Director of Chesapeake Shakespeare Company. Lesley helped grow this Baltimore gem into one of Maryland’s largest theaters, taking it from a passion project to a major player in the Sha

The Truth in This Art: Actor Chinai Routté from "POTUS: Or, Behind Every Great Dumbass are Seven Women Trying to Keep Him Alive"
September 19, 2024

In this episode of The Truth in This Art, I sit down with Chinai Routte, an accomplished actor with performances spanning off-Broadway, regional theater, and film. Chinai is currently playing Margaret in Everyman Theatre’s production of POTUS: Or, Behind

The Truth In This Art with the Founder & Creative Director of Tola's Room Christina Delgado
September 17, 2024

Christina Delgado underscores the importance of connection, collaboration, and uplifting cultural identities. In this episode of "The Truth in This Art," host Rob Lee welcomes back Christina Delgado, a Baltimore-based photographer, curator, and founder of

The Truth in This Art: BRUSH Mural Fest with Co-Founders Saba Hamidi, Jaz Erenberg, and Baltimore Convention Center Executive Director Mac Campbell
September 13, 2024

In this episode of The Truth in This Art, I talk with BRUSH Mural Fest co-founders Jaz Ehrenberg and Saba Hamidi, along with Mac Campbell, Executive Director of the Baltimore Convention Center. We discuss the BRUSH Mural Fest Celebration, taking place on

The Truth In This Art: Yesenia Mejia Herrera on Latinx Traditions & Cultural Preservation
September 12, 2024

In this episode of 'The Truth in This Art,' host Rob Lee interviews Yesenia Mejia Herrera, an interdisciplinary artist, activist, and educator originally from Oaxaca, Mexico, now based in Baltimore. Yesenia shares her journey of preserving and uplifting I

The Truth In This Art with Multidisciplinary Artist & Designer Walter Cruz
August 03, 2024

In this episode of "The Truth in This Art," host Rob Lee converses with Bronx-based artist and designer Walter Cruz. They explore Walter's artistic journey, focusing on how architecture and design intersect with the experiences of marginalized communities

The Truth In This Art with CEO of Baltimore Office for Promotion & The Arts Rachel D. Graham
August 01, 2024

Rachel D. Graham made headlines as the CEO of the Baltimore Office for Promotion and The Arts. In her interview with Rob Lee on "The Truth In This Art" podcast, she discussed her journey in the arts, promoting Baltimore's unique culture, and her vision fo

The Truth In This Art with Chef Jesse Sandlin
July 30, 2024

Jesse Sandlin, a celebrated chef and owner of several Baltimore restaurants, joins Rob Lee on "The Truth In This Art" podcast. They discuss her culinary journey, emphasizing community support and high-quality local ingredients. Jesse talks about her inspi

The Truth In This Art with Editorial Comic Artist Craig CM Campbell
July 29, 2024

In this episode of "The Truth in This Art," host Rob Lee interviews Craig "CM" Campbell, an editorial comic artist known for his work in Hyperallergic and The Margins. They discuss Campbell's early influences, his journey in creating CMC Comics, and his c