How do brands, styles, and trends cross cultures and connect us? What is the whole story behind the garments we wear? Do you know the history that surrounds fashion, trends and brands? How can we be mindful about sustainability and longevity regarding clothing? Are consumers insterested in the the creative …
Power of Spoken Word and Art
How can word-based performance art influence public discourse? Words have weight! Spoken word poetry is Not Just Words. Its messages have power to communicate across barriers and promote healing. When creating art, perfection is not required. Spoken word art provides a way to release a multi-faceted language and a way …
The Rise of Antisemitism
What are the stories that fuel racial or religious hatred? This year marks the 75th anniversary of The Auschwitz Liberation Commemoration. During the Holocaust, six million Jews died under a philosophy of hate and division. All in the past, you say? Maybe not! Last year, the Anti Defamation League identified …
Social Impact of Words, Art and Games
How do images, words and play connect us as a community? The pandemic has proven how much we need each other. Not just virtually, but in real life, too. As a global community, we need human connection through authentic and immersive interaction. How can we sustain this in our culture? Activities, …
Video Game Stories and Their Global Impact
How do video game stories develop and what is their impact on the world? And how do those story lines influence gamers in the real world? On this episode, we talk with John Staats, author and game designer, to learn how these vehicles of immersion captivate the imagination. Also at …