Strength To Be Human --Global Arts & Affairs Podcast, Hosted by Mark Antony Rossi
Latest Episodes
Episode 50: Interview w/Goguen & Rifenberg -- Aftermath of Unstoppable By Design and Beyond
We bring back the creative couple Goguen/Rifenberg of the play "Unstoppable By Design" for a second audio performance to share the aftermath of the play and a few stories leading to the release of a novel of events also entitled Unstopped by Design.
Episode 49: Writing is Fire Series: What is Playwriting
The first installment in July -- Writing is Fire Series. Playwriting one-act structure, submission process, unique expectations and drama history is explored.
Episode 48: Guest Haus Issue w/John Patrick Robbins -- Writing Competitions
This episode John and I discuss writing competitions in general and the two major annual literary competitions Best of the Net and the Pushcart Prize.
Episode 47: Metal Future: Brief History of Metal w/John Patrick Robbins
Another episode of Metal Future this time with our co-host John Patrick Robbins. We discuss a brief history of metal, health of older metal members and the changing business of music concerts and recording.
Episode 7: Art as Therapy
Art as therapy whether planned or performed is an enormous source of self-healing and emotional support to others who benefit from the arts being more than a vehicle for the talent. The arts might just be another form of medicine for the soul sick.
Episode 6: The Artist and Relationships
This episode will deal with relationships: arts, artists, family and significant others. How we deal with these forces in our lives can make or break our tenure in the arts.
Episode 5: Portraits of the Human Condition
By design or accident the creations of Art are often portraits of the human condition. Framed moments that become precious examples of human life and artistic integrity.
Episode 4: Dreams and the Creative Process
Are dreams useful instruments in the creative process? What if you can't recall having a dream? This episode discusses the dream phenomena and how it can be a positive and daily presence in our creative lives.
Episode 3: Depression and the Arts
Are elements of mental illness the principle biological catalyst for creativity? We will answer some of this mystery today in an episode bound to open eyes and lift spirits.
Episode 2: What is Strength to be Human?
What is Strength to be Human? In an age of machines and extreme political concepts, we need strength to stay human and stay free thinking. Dangerous distractions will cause people to stop becoming who they are supposed to be and become something else ent.