In this episode of Artful Impact, Ekaterina Sky sits down with Chanel Powe, an Arizona-based political organizer, former school board member, and lifelong advocate for equity. Chanel has a rare gift: she builds bridges between artists, policymakers, and communities who don’t often meet, reminding us that real change happens when everyone has a seat at the table.
We talk about:
How art shapes policy, equity, and public opinion
Why artists belong in political spaces
What true inclusion means in creative and civic life
The healing power of storytelling during times of grief
How communities rebuild, like the Altadena Prayer for the Earth mural after the recent fires
This conversation is honest, emotional, and full of hope. Chanel shares what it means to “stand in the gap” as an elected official, and why she believes artists are essential to shaping a just and sustainable future.
A big thank you to Elected Official to Protect America for making this episode possible
🎧 Listen on:Spotify → https://open.spotify.com/show/7E5rH9XbZgQArtfulImpactApple Podcasts → https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/artful-impact/id1699096481YouTube → https://www.youtube.com/@artfulImpactLearn more about Ekaterina's mission and projects:www.ekaterina-sky.comwww.ourlifeforce.orgFollow the journey on Instagram:Host: @ekaterina.sky.artGuest: @channelpoweazPodcast: @artful.impactDirector: @camararollinVideographer: @adariowayneSuporting organization: @eopamerica.
