Host Jason V. sits down with Kirk Shannon-Butts, Curation and Public Art Manager of the Baltimore Office of Promotion and Arts. To many in Baltimore, he’s the mentor that pushes them to be their best selves, keep honing their craft and tell their story with authenticity.

The pleasures and perils of watching your first R-rated movie in a theater.

Australian experimentalist Oren Ambarchi talks about how music by Keith Jarrett, Miles Davis and Alvin Lucier shaped his work.

Dr. Sacoby Wilson discusses the upcoming 9th Annual Center for Community Engagement, Environmental Justice and Health Symposium on Environmental Justice and Health Disparities.

Baltimore City Councilwoman Odette T. Ramos of the “Fabulous 14th” District talks about her path to City Council, the highs and lows of civil service and how residents can and should work with the Baltimore City Council to realize goals for their community.

Nate Amos of Water From Your Eyes discusses how music by Scott Walker, Jute Gyte and Ben Johnston shaped the group's sound.

This week on the podcast, two tales of people doing battle with an undercover epidemic.

Behind the success of artist Brian Bailey is the relatable story of setbacks, doubts and soul searching, all in the pursuit of artistic expression.

Stephen O'Malley of metal band Sunn0))) discusses how music by Fugazi, Pita and Iancu Dumitrescu influenced his work.

This week on the podcast, two stories about canine chaos.