Best Steve Swan Podcasts (2025)

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255: Rock's Swan Song's Part 2 18:18

2d ago18:18

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The 2nd of three parts this time – a celebration of the artistry in studio mostly, and the most iconic of final public performances, we’re calling Swan Songs, with stories and music to go with from a Jacksonville kid, two of rock’s most incendiary drummers, plus a bit about the logo that inspired this min-series, and the rockstar frontman whose swa…

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Harpist Elisabeth Remy Johnson / Echo Contemporary Art presents three solo exhibitions / “Cailini: A Musical Sain Patrick’s Day Celebration” 52:00

2d ago52:00

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Elisabeth Remy Johnson celebrates 50 years of Atlanta Symphony Orchestra broadcasts on WABE. The ASO Principal Harpist performs the GRAMMY Award-winning Harp Concerto by Atlanta School composer Jennifer Higdon on March 20th and 22nd. Plus, we learn about the three new solo exhibitions on view at Echo Contemporary and hear about Aris Theatre’s relau…

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Staying Relevant In The AI Era: Future-Proof Your Career With Dr. Milton Mattox 54:16

2d ago54:16

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Staying Relevant in the AI Era: Future-Proof Your Career with Dr. Milton Mattox #artificialintelligence #ai #futureofwork Worried about how AI is changing jobs? You're not alone. The rapid evolution of artificial intelligence is reshaping industries, and staying relevant requires adaptability, continuous learning, and the right mindset. Please visi…

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Arts and the Atlanta Science Festival / Kosmo Vinyl / “XOXO: An Exhibit about Love and Forgiveness” 51:21

3d ago51:21

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Meisa Salaita, Atlanta Science Festival co-founder and co-executive director, discusses the connections between art and science at this year’s festival, which runs from March 8-22 at various venues. Plus, Kosmo Vinyl tells us about Nina Simone’s “My Baby Just Cares for Me” for the latest installment of “Kosmo’s Vinyl of the Week,” and Karen Kelly, …

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(Bonus) Nasty Stash Episode 7 - Dwegons and Leprechauns/S.Darko/Alpha and Omega: The Big Fureeze 1:11:37

3d ago1:11:37

1:11:37

"At the end of the day, we can endure much more than we think we can. " - Frida Kahlo

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“Rick Steves - ATL Up and Away” / Poet Lauren K Watel / “New Orleans Songbook: A Jazz at Lincoln Center Production” 50:31

4d ago50:31

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Travel expert and PBS host Rick Steves stops by for the latest “ATL Up and Away installment.” This month, Steves discusses European efforts to curb climate change. Plus, Lauren K Watel takes the spotlight for our series, “Speaking of Poetry,” and vocalist Milton Suggs details his upcoming performance, “New Orleans Songbook: A Jazz at Lincoln Center…

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“The Swans of Harlem: Fifty Years of Sisterhood, and their Reclamation of a Groundbreaking History” / The Guthman Musical Instrument Competition / “Say Yes to Destiny” 51:56

5d ago51:56

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Trailblazer ballet dancer and Ballethnic dance coach Lydia Abarca Mitchell and author Karen Valby discuss Valby’s new book “The Swans of Harlem: Fifty Years of Sisterhood, and their Reclamation of a Groundbreaking History.” Plus, Associate Professor Jeff Albert, the interim chair of the School of Music at Georgia Tech, details this year’s Guthman M…

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“Arts Capital Atlanta” / Atlanta Listening Rooms 51:45

9d ago51:45

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Atlanta Film Society executive director and theater owner Chris Escobar, along with Laura Hennighausen, facilitator of Arts Capital Atlanta and director of strategic philanthropy at Purpose Possible, discuss the coalition advocating for investment in Atlanta’s arts. Plus, we hear about Atlanta’s many Listening Rooms, where music isn’t just played; …

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254: Rock's Swan Songs Part 1 23:38

9d ago23:38

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Whether it’s a death of an artist, or the end of a band, there has to be one last recording and one final public performance, in every artist’s career. And so this time, a good look at some of Rock’s Swan Songs, from the summer of love through the early seventies. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at http…

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#267 - The Rendlesham Forest UFO Encounter: NUCLEAR Weapons, Laser Beams, Glowing Crafts, & UAP Coverup 1:29:23

10d ago1:29:23

1:29:23

On this solo episode of The Zach Show, Zach discusses the infamous Rendlesham Forest UFO Encounter, the much less discussed first-hand witness accounts of the UFO visiting the nuclear storage facility with live tactical nukes, the radar readings of the crafts from the encounter, the case for UAP transparency, the future of humanity as a species not…

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“Elie Wiesel: Soul on Fire” / Atlanta Smart Academy Concert / Music in Media / “Science Jazz Hands” / “Fury: The Power of Nature” / TEDx Atlanta 52:18

10d ago52:18

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Filmmaker and director Oren Rudavsky discusses “Elie Wiesel: Soul on Fire,” which screens this week as part of the Atlanta Jewish Film Festival. We hear how Atlanta Smart Academy is celebrating Black History Month with a student concert, Dr. Scott Stewart joins us for our series, “Music in Media,” and we learn about “Science Jazz Hands,” a semi-reg…

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Lapidus & Myles / "A Soldier's View” / “The Beverage Beat: Manhattans” 49:30

11d ago49:30

49:30

Rabbi Micah Lapidus of the Temple of Atlanta and Ebenezer Baptist Church member and vocalist Melvin Myles discuss their new music and upcoming performance at Eddie’s Attic on March 15. Curator Tony Casadonte, gallery director at Lumiere, and co-curator Judith Thompson, wife of the late photographer and director of the Harold Feinstein Photography T…

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17. The Wrestler v. The Last Black Man in San Francisco 1:53:11

12d ago1:53:11

1:53:11

"Wrestler! Distract Kang!" - The Whale, Avengers: The Kang Dynasty (2024).

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“Thinking Eye, Seeing Mind: The Medford and Loraine Johnston Collection” / “The Voices of Donny Hathaway” 52:17

12d ago52:17

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Curator Michael Rooks details “Thinking Eye, Seeing Mind: The Medford and Loraine Johnston Collection,” which is on view at the High Museum of Art through May 25. Plus, Donnita Hathaway, daughter of legendary soul singer Donny Hathaway and Robert King, Jr., writer and actor in the new musical revue "The Voices of Donny Hathaway," discuss the show, …

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Bill Medley / Comedian Connor Lyons / “Elephants: Giants of the Desert” 52:06

16d ago52:06

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Legendary singer Bill Medley of the Righteous Brothers details his first new album in over a decade, “Straight from the Heart.” Plus, Connor Lyons takes the spotlight for our series, “Speaking of Comedy,” and filmmaker Paul Phelan discusses his new IMAX experience, “Elephants: Giants of the Desert,” screening daily at Fernbank Museum. See omnystudi…

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“Midas Man” / Kosmo Vinyl / DreTL / “The Specific Stroll: A Celebration of Edward Gorey” 52:03

17d ago52:03

52:03

Joe Stephenson, director of the new film “Midas Man,” discusses the biopic, which screens as part of the Atlanta Jewish Film Festival on February 23, March 1, and March 3. Kosmo Vinyl talks about Everything but the Girl’s “Hatfield 1980,” DreTL details his time on the Netflix series, “Rhythm and Flow, plus we hear about “The Specific Stroll,” an an…

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Avery Sunshine / Soul Food Cypher 51:58

18d ago51:58

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Avery Sunshine, winner of this year’s Grammy for “Best Progressive R&B Album,” discusses her upcoming performances at City Winery. Plus, Soul Food Cypher founder Alex “Cost One” Acosta and Cypher member Rio Nkosi discuss the intersection of art and community outreach. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Alton Brown / Toro y Moi / “Norman Lear: His Life and Times” 50:17

19d ago50:17

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Chef, TV host, and author Alton Brown discusses his new book, “Food for Thought,” and his upcoming Atlanta show, “Alton Brown Live: Last Bite,” at the Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre on February 20. Chaz Bear of Toro y Moi details his new album, “Hole Earth,” ahead of his show at the Tabernacle on February 21, and author Tripp Whetsell shares th…

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253: Beginners Guide to Steve Earle and 10 Years of Terraplane 21:37

23d ago21:37

21:37

Because there's so much more to Steve Earle than Copperhead Road, Jeff brings you select cuts from his stellar career of songwriting and performing, including from his acclaimed 2015 album Terraplane, plus a perfect in-concert Steve Earle story, and more. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19…

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“Flowers & Seeds” / H Johnson / “The Broom List” 51:55

23d ago51:55

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Dr. Fahamu Pecou and Esohe Galbreath discuss the upcoming “Flowers and Seeds” event at the African Diaspora Museum of Atlanta, or ADAMA, which celebrates both established and rising artists of color. Plus, H Johnson stops by for the latest edition of “H Johnson’s Jazz Moment,” and we get an early start on Valentine’s Day and talk with Atlanta-based…

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Revolutionizing Biotech Data Infrastructure with Stavros Papadopoulos 36:50

23d ago36:50

36:50

The future of data management in biotech holds the key to faster discoveries and groundbreaking innovations. With new technology shaping the field, using structured multi-modal data could change how scientific progress happens. In this episode, I’m delighted to be joined by Stavros Papadopoulos, founder of TileDB. With a distinguished background as…

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#266 - BLACK SWAN Breakdown: Nina's Descent Into MADNESS, Lily Vs. Nina Rivalry, Fan Theories, & The Price Of Perfection | Dr. Julie Labau 1:38:40

24d ago1:38:40

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On this episode of The Zach Show, Julie and Zach discuss Black Swan, more specifically the twisted journey of Nina's descent into madness, the erotic rivalry that unfolded between Lily and Nina, fan theories on the film, the price of perfection, and more. Guest bio: Dr. Julie Labau is a research scientist for the Smithsonian Tropical Research Insti…

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“Affrilachia: Testimonies” / Music in Media 51:46

24d ago51:46

51:46

Photographer Chris Aluka Berry discusses his book “Affrilachia: Testimonies” and his exhibition of the same name, which is on view at Mason Fine Art Gallery through February 28. Plus, Dr. Scott Stewart stops by for the latest installment of our series, “Music in Media.” See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Alvin Ailey American Dance Theatre / Jym Davis, AKA “False Face” 52:04

25d ago52:04

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Alvin Ailey American Dance Theatre’s interim artistic director Matthew Rushing and choreographer Hope Boykin discuss Ailey’s upcoming performances at the Fox Theatre. Plus, Atlanta Jym Davis, better known as “False Face,” joins us to discuss his upcoming solo art exhibition, “Final Form,” which opens at Reinhardt University’s Fincher Visual Arts Ce…

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(Bonus) Nasty Stash Episode 6 - The Adventures of Food Boy/Jexi/Alpha and Omega: Dino Digs 1:04:30

26d ago1:04:30

1:04:30

"Turn your wounds into wisdom." - Oprah Winfrey

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“BUST” / Dancer Corian Ellisor / John B. White Jr. / Fantastic Negrito 51:48

26d ago51:48

51:48

Playwright Zora Howard discusses the world premiere of “BUST,” coming to the Alliance Theatre from February 13 through March 16. Corian Ellisor takes the spotlight in our series, “Speaking of Dance.” John B. White Jr., life director of the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra, celebrates 50 years of ASO broadcasts on WABE. Fantastic Negrito reflects on the 1…

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252: A Tribute to Garth Hudson and THE BAND 20:50

1M ago20:50

20:50

It finally happened. The last Last Waltz, as it were. The last Canadian among four Canadian musical legends who with their American drummer, became known the world over, with Bob Dylan. And even before that, with another American who'd make Canada his home – Ronnie Hawkins. January 21st 2025, Garth Hudson passed, and so this episode pays tribute to…

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City Lights Cinema: “The Muppet Movie” / “BLK Art: The Audacious Legacy of Black Artists and Models in Western Art” 50:18

1M ago50:18

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Raymond Carr, puppeteer and founder of Ninja Puppets, and Jason Hines, artistic director of the Center for Puppetry Arts join Lois for a conversation about “The Muppet Movie,” recorded live at the Plaza Theater for “City Lights Cinema.” Plus, Author Zaria Ware discusses her book, “"BLK Art: The Audacious Legacy of Black Artists and Models in Wester…

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“The Lehman Trilogy” / “Jim Henson: Idea Man” / Kosmo’s Vinyl of the Week / “Spark” 51:48

1M ago51:48

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Director Matt Torney and actor Andrew Benator discuss the Atlanta premiere production of “The Lehman Trilogy,” presented by Theatrical Outfit and the Bremen. The show opens today at the Balzer Theatre at Herren’s and runs through March 2. Jon Ludwig, former artistic director of the Center for Puppetry Arts, talks about the new Disney plus documenta…

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“Jaja’s African Hair Braiding” / Rick Steves / “The Rite of Spring” 52:09

1M ago52:09

52:09

True Colors artistic director Jamil Judea and director Ibi Owolabi detail their new production of “Jaja’s African Hair Braiding,” coming to Southwest Arts. Plus, PBS travel expert Rick Steves joins us for “ATL Up and Away,” and conductor Jonathan McPhee discusses the music behind the Atlanta Ballet’s upcoming production of “The Rite of Spring.” See…

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“Harlem Rhapsody” / Ruban Studdard / Fulton County Arts Funding 51:22

1M ago51:22

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Author Victoria Christopher Murray discusses her new book, “Harlem Rhapsody.” Plus, we talk to Grammy-nominated R&B artist Ruben Studdard ahead of his performance at the Roswell Roots Festival, and we learn about the budget cut to Fulton County’s arts and culture funding. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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#265 - Chris Cooper: Crazy By CONSCIOUS, Saving A Brother, New Jersey Drones, & Jiddu Krishnamurti 2:23:47

1M ago2:23:47

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On this episode of The Zach Show, Chris Cooper and Zach discuss Chris' debut fiction novel 'Crazy By Conscious,' how Chris saved his brother's life in the hospital, the philosophy of Jiddu Krishnamurti, the collapse of Bed Bath & Beyond, Chris' firsthand New Jersey drone/UAP experience, and more. Guest bio: Chris Cooper is an award-winning writer, …

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Emory Cinematheque Spring 2025: “Film on Film” / H Johnson / “Dressing the Part: Costume Design for Film” 51:18

1M ago51:18

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Emory Film and Media professor Dan Reynolds and Goodrich C. White Professor & Interim Chair in the Film and Media department Matthew Bernstein detail Emory Cinematheque's free film screening series, "Film on Film." Plus, H Johnson stops by for the latest edition of "H Johnson's Jazz Moment," SCAD Fash curator Rafael Gomes discusses their new Sandy …

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“Chick with a Schtick” / “Music in Media” / Public Art Future’s Lab Residencies 51:06

1M ago51:06

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Drag queen Brigitte Bidet discusses her upcoming one-woman show, “Chick with a Schtick,” on stage at City Winery on February 9. Plus, Dr. Scott Stewart stops by for the latest installment of “Music in Media,” and we hear about a new Artist-in-Residence opportunity with Public Art Futures Lab. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Dr. Tommy Joe Anderson and Fyodor Cherniavsky / Rahbi / “The Beverage Beat” 50:43

1M ago50:43

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Musicians and sound engineers Dr. Tommy Joe Anderson and Fyodor Cherniavsky share some of their favorite Atlanta Symphony Orchestra memories and celebrate 50 years of ASO broadcasts on WABE. Plus, Rahbi takes the spotlight for our series, “Speaking of Music,” and Rough Draft Atlanta’s senior editor and dining editor, Beth McKibben, joins us for our…

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16. Evil Dead 2 v. A Most Violent Year 1:44:54

1M ago1:44:54

1:44:54

Kyle moves but Alex's audio gets worse?! Only at Kino Klash can the impossible become possible! Today, we pit Sam Raimi's Horror-Slapstick tour-de-force, Evil Dead 2, up against J.C. Chandor's (of Kraven fame) A Most Violent Year.

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“Waffle House Vistas” / FyreNation Crew / Dua Saleh 50:30

1M ago50:30

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Charlotte-based artist and photographer Micah Cash discusses his new photography exhibition, "Waffle House Vistas," at the Georgia Museum of Art through June 1. Plus, Anthony "Firefly" Gasaway, Jr. and Joy "Kuma" Rowe of the FyreNation Crew take the spotlight for our series, "Speaking of Dance," and actor and musician Dua Saleh stops by ahead of th…

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251: Under the Covers Revisited 26:36

1M ago26:36

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Jeff takes you back through the years with select songs you'll know best in the hands of artists who typically didn't do them first and didn't write them, in an episode that takes you under the covers, with earlier versions of songs made famous by CCR, Nazareth, Rod Stewart, Janis Joplin, Grand Funk, Soft Cell, Rolling Stones, George Harrison, Joan…

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Rebecca and Megan Lovell of Larkin Poe / “Billy Crystal’s Uncle Milt: Celebrating Milt Gabler and Commodore Records” / Remembering David Lynch 51:22

1M ago51:22

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Grammy award-winning singers Rebecca and Megan Lovell of the band Larkin Poe discuss their new album, “Bloom.” Plus, we hear about an upcoming concert celebrating Milt Gabler and Commodore Records, and we celebrate the life and legacy of David Lynch. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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How IT Leaders Drive Business Success: Insights From Ganesh Iyer 49:23

1M ago49:23

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Transforming IT For Business Success #aiinbusiness #ittransformation #biotechit Hi Everyone and Welcome to Biotech Bytes by The Swan Group Channel Have you ever wondered what it takes to lead IT transformations in the dynamic biotech industry? Join me as I speak with Ganesh Iyer, CIO of Harmony Biosciences, who shares his inspiring journey from sal…

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RaMell Ross / Actor Linseigh Green / Kosmo Vinyl / Violinist Jason Anick and pianist Jason Yeager 52:11

2M ago52:11

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“Nickel Boys” director and co-screenplay writer RaMell Ross discusses why he shot the award-winning film entirely from a first-person point of view. Plus, actor Linseigh Green discusses her extraordinary achievements in theater and advocacy, artist and music enthusiast Kosmo Vinyl stops by for “Kosmo’s Vinyl of the Week,” and violinist Jason Anick …

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Author Abbott Kahler / “Leave Your Fears Here” / “Journey Through Time” 51:36

2M ago51:36

51:36

Bestselling author Abbott Kahler discusses their new book, “Eden Undone: A True Story of Sex, Murder, and Utopia at the Dawn of World.” Plus, actor James Morrison details his new one-man play that chronicles the struggles of a parent whose son is battling brain cancer and artistic director Yao Lu tells us about the Magic Eastern Ensemble’s upcoming…

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#264 - Annette Nenner & Christian Hardinghaus: Still LOST In Panama | The Disappearance Of Kris Kremers & Lisanne Froon 2:38:50

2M ago2:38:50

2:38:50

On this episode of The Zach Show, Annette Nenner and Christian Hardinghaus discuss the disappearance of Kris Kremers and Lisanne Froon on the infamous Pianista Trail in Panama, the case analysis and elements of the disappearance that don't match up, the photos recovered from the SD card, accident versus crime theories, whether this case was covered…

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Doctor De Soto at the Alliance / H Johnson / “Through Windows and Across Parks” / Oboist Elizabeth Tiscione 51:14

2M ago51:14

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Director Mark Valdez discusses the Alliance Theatre’s world premiere stage adaptation of the Newbery Award-winning picture book “Doctor De Soto.” Plus, H Johnson stops by for “H Johnson’s Jazz Moment,” artists Savonna Nicole Atkins and Rachel Gant detail their new exhibition, “Through Windows and Across Parks,” and Atlanta Symphony Orchestra princi…

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Mezzo-soprano Jamie Barton / Choreographer Frankie Mulinix / Music in Media / The Sun ATL + One Contemporary Gallery joint grand opening 52:06

2M ago52:06

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Mezzo-soprano Jamie Barton joins ‘City Lights’ ahead of her upcoming performance at Spivey Hall on January 19. Plus, Choreographer Frankie Mulinix discusses the art of Butoh dance, Dr. Scott Stewart joins us for our series, Music in Media, and gallerist Shawn Vinson details the joint grand openings of The Sun ATL and One Contemporary Gallery. See o…