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Soft RevolutionLet's get caught upAli and Torq haven't spoken in months so we figured why not just let people hear unfiltered what a catch-up between these two would sound like. 2023-10-041h 23Soft RevolutionJenny oh Jenny feat. Jennifer LenaThe Jennifer C. Lena joins the pod to discuss her insights of the last five years, how AI is like spell check on steroids, how nationalization might be the key to solving our woes, and Ali wonders, "where was our hazard pay?"THANKS AS ALWAYS TO EFFIN' BIRDS - WWW.EFFINBIRDS.COM
2023-03-181h 25Soft RevolutionJust Gotta Riff feat. Chilly GonzalesLast week we received an email from our European correspondent Chilly Gonzales demanding to address Torquil's insane desire to kill all the robots. Well, here he is in all his glory.Forever thanks to our sponsor EFFIN BIRDS
2023-01-311h 07Soft RevolutionI'm a Racist Against Robots feat. David MaggsIn this episode, we sit down with David Maggs of the Metcalf Foundation to discuss his recent report, "Art and the World After This." David delves into the ways in which the pandemic has affected the art world, both in terms of the financial struggles of artists and institutions, as well as the shift towards digital and online mediums. He also touches on the importance of supporting artists and arts organizations in the recovery process, and the potential for a more equitable and inclusive art ecosystem in the future. Tune in for a thought-provoking conversation on the state of...2023-01-161h 49Soft RevolutionLack of a Moral CompassCompass Artist Management has stopped paying their clients to the tune of over $500k and it's time we step up and change the system. Please help these affected artists at www.compassactorsfund.comOther topics : Torq thinks throwing oil on Van Gogh is amazing while Ali thinks it's merely a first draft, and what to do when we get so caught up in identity politics and Doug Ford actually does big things?LINKS :Actors say Toronto talent agency Compass owes them more than $230,000 for work - The Globe and MailPICKS :2022-10-261h 05Soft RevolutionBrush Up Your Farsi feat. Tara GrammyActor, writer, producer, and activist Tara Grammy joins the pod to discuss the ongoing major protests in Iran. But first - Ali has an idea to massively increase voter turnout, Torq thinks it's time to Cancel Kanye, and Bros. flops! LINKS and PICKS :Coup 53Mahmoud by Tara GrammyGoogoosh - PolPersepolisThanks as always to Effin' Birds! - https://www.effinbirds.com #mahsaamini
2022-10-091h 31Soft RevolutionSometimes I Just Wanna Watch 90 Day Fiancee - feat. Kevin VidalKevin Vidal, star of Workin' Moms and Strays joins the pod to discuss what comedy does for his soul, and how to be funny in this current age. But first, Torq and Ali discuss Trumps impending indictment, the brutal attack on Salman Rushdie, and Drake's high-flyin' all the way to Hamilton.SUBSCRIBE TO OUR PATREON FOR EARLY ACCESS - JUST $3/MTH PICKSOn Tyranny - Timothy Snyder Steve LacyThanks to Effin' Birds and Crow's Theatre
2022-08-171h 20Soft RevolutionThe Progressive Way Through feat. AJ MawaniAfter the dismal performance of progressives in June 2nd's Ontario provincial election, Ali sits down to talk the future of the progressive movement with AJ Mawani, Sr. Manager, Communications for Mitzie Hunter, one of the 8 Ontario Liberal MPPs who were elected to the legislature.
2022-06-0944 minSoft RevolutionAirplane Mode feat. Lucy Ellis and Naomi JijinaRecent George Brown Theatre School graduates Lucy Ellis and Naomi Jijina join the pod to discuss their wild and revelatory journey going through theatre school during a pandemic. First, Ali and Torq discuss Kendrick's incredible new album, how it relates to our current state of politics, and Torq is more than happy with people protesting outside a Supreme Court Justice's house.THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS:EFFIN' BIRDSCROW'S THEATRE
2022-05-171h 17Soft RevolutionWe May Be Old, But We're Good feat. Sarah SleanPolymath Sarah Slean joins the pod to discuss artistic longevity in an impermanent world and all these past two years have taught there. But first, a new segment called, "Rapid Fire with Ali Momen" where Torq throws a bunch of topics to get Ali's response.JOIN OUR PATREON - $3/MTH - PROCEEDS TOWARDS THE AFCLINKS : A Brooklyn theater space wants to be the “Netflix for Live Performance”Faster Than Sound: Inside a Competition to Become Musician-in-Residence at a Luxury Apartment ComplexWoman with chemical sensitivities chose medically-assisted death after...2022-04-191h 33Soft RevolutionDyido Says feat. Andrew KushnirPlaywright, actor, and artistic director Andrew Kushnir sheds a personal light on the war in Ukraine.NOTE : This episode was recorded hours before it was announced that Canada would halt oil imports from Russia. HOW TO HELPCanada Red Cross. Feds are doubling donations right now. https://www.redcross.ca'Come Back Alive' through Save Life in Ukraine charity -- for auxiliary equipment, software, drones, personal protective gear: https://www.comebackalive.in.uaNational Bank of Ukraine (NBU) to support the Ukrainian armed forces: https://bank.gov.ua/en/news...2022-03-011h 18Soft RevolutionSorry About Your WordleJust us chickens on the futility of cancelling your New York Times subscription; Cosby, Jian, and the cult of personality; and a reminder that "'all you need is love.”Thanks to our sponsors : Effin' Birds and Crow's TheatreLINKS:HOW FACEBOOK TWISTED CANADA’S TRUCKER CONVOY INTO AN INTERNATIONAL MOVEMENT - The VergePICKS:The SadiesHBO film on Frederick Douglass uses his words to challenge today
2022-02-231h 14Soft RevolutionThe Welcome Mat feat. Sean DevineArtist and activist Sean Devine (www.seandevine.ca) ventured into the streets of Ottawa to speak to some protestors and he joins the pod to share his insights. LINKS :The rap star of Karachi: ‘My veil cannot take away the talent I haveCHRIS HEDGES: MASS POLITICS MUST BE ROOTED IN CLASS STRUGGLEThanks to our sponsors Effin' Birds and Crow's Theatre!
2022-02-151h 25Soft RevolutionI Love You Torq. Happy Valentine's Day feat. Chris AbrahamIt was almost two years in the making, but finally, Artistic Director of Crow's Theatre, Chris Abraham joins the pod to discuss his show 'Assembly', life in Lithunia, polarization, and how to be a father and a husband while being an artist.Thanks to our sponsors Effin' Birds and Crow's Theatre
2022-02-091h 19Soft RevolutionRyan Reynolds Needs a Nap feat. Diana Frances and Steve PattersonDiana Frances and Steve Patterson join to discuss their podcast The Canadian Star System and how we can create a system of success in Canada.First, an update on Joe Rogan and Spotify, and sadly…The Convoy.Subscribe to the Canadian Star System podcastPICKS : Telefis - Falun Gong DancerThe Afterparty - AppleTV+DIANA AND STEVE'S PICKS:The Town Pants:Website: https://thetownpants.com/Insta: @thetownpantsJohanna SöWebsite: https://joso.world/Insta: johannasomusicMatt O'Brien:2022-02-021h 36Soft RevolutionWhere Do We Begin?Just us chickens running the gamut on the news of the week including Neil Young and Spotify, Democrats' loss of support approaching the midterms, Boris Johnson's partying, and Taylor Swift being simply too rich to have to care.JOIN OUR PATREON - EARLY ACCESS - PROCEEDS TO THE AFCLINKS:Why Spotify can’t afford to lose Joe Rogan - The VergeWith Some Voters ‘Ready to Move On,’ Democrats Search for New Message on Virus - New York TimesTaylor Swift to Damon Albarn: “It’s Really Fucked Up to Try...2022-01-281h 02Soft RevolutionBack With Our European Correspondent feat. Chilly GonzalesMusical genius and Soft Revolution's European Correspondent, Chilly Gonzales is back with his take on the future of cities, finding true independence as an artist and whether or not he will join Cameo.LINKS :David Brooks: America is falling apart at the seamsPICKS:Anais Mitchell - HadestownSPONSORS :Thank you to Effin' Birds and Crow's Theatre
2022-01-181h 27Soft RevolutionI Am Not Defined By Last Week's Episode - feat. Kate TaylorKate Taylor of the Globe and Mail discusses her latest piece : "Arbitrary shutdowns show that most Canadian leaders don’t value artists."First, Torq and Ali respond to some incredible listener mail and celebrate the end of The Golden Globes.PICKS :Age of Enlightenment 2.0 by Joseph HeathKosemura : MercySPONSORS and HOW YOU CAN SUPPORT:Thank you to Effin' Birds for sponsoring Soft Revolution.JOIN OUR PATREON - Early Access, bonus content and proceeds to the AFC - $4/month
2022-01-111h 08Soft RevolutionWorking Rock Musician feat. Michael RubinoffCome From Away producer Michael Rubinoff joins the pod to discuss the show's closing in Toronto, why commercial theatre matters, and how government support could have saved the show. Also, in a panic-attack fuelled move, Torquil goes DaVinci.LINKS :To avoid more closings like Toronto’s Come From Away, governments need to support Canada’s performing-arts sectorSpeaking Freely - Why I resigned from the Canadian Broadcasting CorporationPICKS :Max Richter's reimagining of Vivaldi's Four SeasonsThe Lost Daughter on NetflixSPONSORS and HOW YOU CAN...2022-01-061h 37Soft RevolutionThe End of the Pandemic Will Not Be TelevisedA lot has happened since we got together last, and we were here to talk about it all.
2021-12-211h 08Soft RevolutionAli Momen - HVAC ExpertAli went to a Giveon concert and was shook, Torq rants again on the media, Stephen Sondheim is like Shakespeare, and don't be so hard on Yoko Ono.JOIN OUR PATREON - EARLY ACCESS - PROCEEDS TO THE AFC - $3/MTHPICKS : Barbara Cook - No One Is AloneSPONSORS :Effin' BirdsInvest with Tim ZieglerCrow's Theatre
2021-12-0155 minSoft RevolutionIf Music Be the Food of Love feat. Zorana SadiqCreator and performer of MixTape, Zorana Sadiq joins the pod on how sound and music has been a protagonist in her life and how to be a better listener. JOIN OUR PATREON - $3/MTH - BONUS CONTENT - EARLY ACCESS - PROCEEDS TO THE AFCPICKS :In a Sentimental Mood - John Coltrane and Duke EllingtonSPONSORS :Effin' BirdsInvest with Tim ZieglerCrow's Theatre
2021-11-231h 22Soft RevolutionTwo Eyed Seeing feat. David Suzuki & Tara CullisThe cast and crew of What You Won't Do For Love by Why Not Theatre, including the inimitable power couple David Suzuki and Tara Cullis on their new foray as actors and how artists are key to solving the climate crisis.JOIN OUR PATREON - EARLY ACCESS - VIDEO INTERVIEWS - PROCEEDS TO THE AFCLINKS:What You Won't Do For Love - Why Not TheatreIf Remote Work Empties Downtowns, Can Theaters Fill Their Seats? - NY TimesPICKS:MixTape - by Zorana Sadiq...2021-11-161h 11Soft RevolutionTravis Scott and his MinionsIs 77.5% capacity the new 100%? A peak Torq-rant on the tragic disaster of Astroworld. What happened in Virginia and how we as progressives must learn to share values, and to talk "to" and "with" and not "at" and "over".PICKS :TEMS - Ice TThe Alpinist - Marc Ande LeclercSPONSORS :Effin' BirdsInvest with Tim ZieglerCrow's Theatre
2021-11-091h 10Soft RevolutionSwallowing the Alarm Clock feat. Liisa Repo-MartellActor extraordinaire and climate activist Liisa Repo-Martell on how her hope on combatting climate change springs from action. But first, the tragic shooting on the set of 'Rust', should there be more than one heritage minister in Canada, and how does the for-profit entertainment world survive when not everyone wants back inside.SUBSCRIBE TO OUR PATREON - $3/MONTH - EARLY ACCESS - PROCEEDS TO THE AFCLINKS :Artists for Real Climate ActionClimate Emergency UnitPICKS :A Marriage StoryWaters of March - Susannah McCorkle2021-11-021h 25Soft RevolutionSupply Chain ProofBC's revival of Footloose!, a long follow-up on Dave Chapelle, will the not-for-profit theatre world become more humane and Torq hates the Macintosh.LINKS :Netflix Co-CEO Says He ‘Screwed Up’ When Defending Dave Chappelle SpecialPICKS :Hundred Foot JourneyNoel Coward - Why Must The Show Go On?SPONSORS :Crow's Theatre Effin' BirdsInvest with Tim Ziegler
2021-10-221h 05Soft RevolutionLife Is a Piano feat. James SmithJames Smith, a musician, actor, and creator of LESSONS IN TEMPERAMENT on how we are all pianos and how his show opens beautiful windows into the world of neurodiversity.Oh, and Dave Chapelle. JOIN OUR PATREON - $3/MTH - PROCEEDS TO THE AFCLINKS :Breakthrough infections might not be a big transmission risk. Here's the evidencePICKS :Follies in ConcertSPONSORS :Effin' BirdsInvest with Tim ZieglerCrow's Theatre
2021-10-161h 15Soft RevolutionEverything is a "Must See!"Cliff Cardinal's AS YOU LIKE IT is amazing, and it doesn't matter what any critic thinks. Stratford is re-auditioning their company of CHICAGO...huh? Facebook is the worst, and even Facebook knows it. Justin goes to Tofino on our first day of Truth and Reconciliation...why? SIGN UP FOR OUR PATREON - $3/MTH - EARLY ACCESS - BONUS CONTENT - PROCEEDS TO THE AFCLINKS:Why artists are upset Stratford Festival is re-auditioning its cast for the musical ChicagoKey takeaways from Facebook’s whistle-blower hearing.I Designed Algorithms at Fa...2021-10-061h 11Soft RevolutionWell, That Happened feat. Michael HealeyOur first ever guest Michael Healey rejoins the pod to discuss the results of the 44th Canadian election.PICKS :Diana Krall - A Case of YouMichael Healey - ProudSPONSORS :Effin' BirdsInvest with Tim ZieglerCrow's Theatre
2021-09-231h 13Soft RevolutionWonk RevolutionThe boys go wonky breaking down the culture platforms of all major parties, and a discussion on the People's Party of Canada being a continuing thing in Canada.LINKS :Election 2021: Federal Parties Release Arts & Culture PlatformsWhat if Facebook Is the Real ‘Silent Majority’?PICKS :Yebba - BoomerangCriterion Collection's NY showcaseSPONSORS :Effin' BirdsInvest with Tim ZieglerCrow's Theatre
2021-09-151h 06Soft RevolutionThis is About Civilization feat. Nobu AdilmanChoir master and co-head of Choir!Choir!Choir! Nobu Adilman asks is there even a point doing a show right now? Plus, how choral singing can never end. But first, they're throwing gravel at the Prime Minister, social media is tearing the moral, intellectual and cultural fabric of society, and the Tyndall Centre creates a blueprint for zero carbon concerts.SUBSCRIBE TO OUR PATREON - $3/MTH - EARLY ACCESS - PROCEEDS TO THE AFCLINKS:Windsor's Restrictions on Dancing at WeddingsTyndall Centre Manchester creates plans for zero carbon c...2021-09-081h 22Soft RevolutionDue Diligence feat. Jesse LaVercombeActor and screenwriter Jesse LaVercombe joins the pod to discuss Deep Canvassing and how it changes votes and minds. But first - do we have a real plan with these vaccine passports? Where's Drake's vaccine selfie? What's up with DONDA? And with the news of artists being murdered in Afghanistan, let's fight to save them.JOIN OUR PATREON - $3/MTH - BONUS CONTENT - EARLY ACCESS - PROCEEDS TO THE AFCLINKS :The Best Way to Beat Trumpism? Talk Less, Listen More - Rolling StoneAfghan folk singer taken f...2021-09-011h 33Soft RevolutionContext is King feat. Kevin HanchardKevin Hanchard joins the pod to discuss the use of the N-word, now and in the future in response to the Shaw Festival's cancellation of Assassins. Torq and Ali first discuss the Canadian election, and how Afghanistan teaches us again, that if you can't change culture, it doesn't matter how many bombs you drop.JOIN OUR PATREON - $3/MTH - EARLY ACCESS - BONUS CONTENT - PROCEEDS TO THE ACTORS FUNDLINKS:Shaw Festival pulls Stephen Sondheim's Assassins from lineup - Globe and MailIran has been hiding one of the w...2021-08-191h 21Soft RevolutionArtivists feat. Tess Benger and Julia McLellan of Canadian Green AllianceTess Benger and Julia McLellan from the Canadian Green Alliance join the podcast to discuss what being an Artivist really means and how we can be making theatre as eco-friendly as possible. But first, Torq ate beside the Clintons and Bernie Sanders and wonders what's up with their secret service; Ali had a nice chat with Allan Detsky on what the pandemic to endemic path looks like; and how in the world do you make someone take a vaccine if they think it makes them infertile? JOIN OUR PATREON - $3/MONTH - EARLY ACCESS - BO...2021-08-121h 11Soft RevolutionThe Middle PlaceJust us, and it's a great one. Simone Biles and stage fright. Vaccine passports...again. How can we articulate what the actual "New" New Normal is going to look like? Can we relinquish the fear?CLICK HERE TO JOIN OUR PATREON - $3/MTH - EARLY ACCESS - BONUS CONTENT - PROCEEDS TOWARDS THE AFC! LINKS:The Costs of Selling COVID Fear - James SurowieckiLive Nation Denies Claim That Artists’ Contracts Contain COVID-19 Gag OrderPICKS:Wet Leg - Chaise LongueThe Beatles in Spatial Audio...2021-08-051h 04Soft RevolutionWhat Does 'It' Mean Now?Amanda Smith and Emily Hill from the AFC join the pod to discuss the AFC's new mental health initiatives aimed at curbing the mental health crisis in the arts industry. But first, are vaccine passports inevitable? Are producers and tour managers about to be put into impossible situations? But none of this really matters if we keep destroying our climate.JOIN OUR PATREON - $3/MTH - PROCEEDS TO THE AFCLINKS :Music festival in the Netherlands leads to over 1,000 Covid infections - CNBCWill vaccine passports actually work? - S...2021-07-271h 18
Soft RevolutionWe Have To Get Back Together Again feat. ShadIn a first for Soft Revolution, after more than a year, Torq and Ali meet in person at Crow’s Theatre and are joined for a wide ranging conversation by the one and only Shad. It’s definitely better when we are together. SUBSCRIBE TO OUR PATREON - https://www.patreon.com/softrevolutionPICKS:Charlotte Day Wilson - Keep MovingSPONSORS:Effin Birds - www.effinbirds.comTim Ziegler - InvestWithTim.caCrows Theatre - www.crowstheatre.com
2021-07-201h 05Soft RevolutionLife is a Series of Shit SandwichesSome listener mail, and a long talk on all the amazing things going on in the world.Want to hear us live? Well, we are headed to Trinity Bellwoods to make it happen July 17th at 2pm. And guess who's coming? The one and only Shad! PICKS :A Call to Diversify Those Calling the Cues - The New York Times (https://www.nytimes.com/2021/07/05/theater/stage-managers-diversity.html)Sun Children - Majid Majidi (https://www.theglobeandmail.com/arts/film/reviews/article-iranian-drama-sun-children-finds-intense-joy-amidst-immeasurable/)Burn - In The HeightsSPONSORS :...2021-07-071h 09Soft RevolutionOn a Bed of Frozen Peas feat. Ben DietschiBen Dietschi, a regarded saviour and consultant to arts organizations on the resilience of the not-for-profit arts sector, what makes a successful organization, and a truly hopeful take on our future. Plus, what the hell do we do about the climate as artists? JOIN OUR PATREON - $3/MTH - EARLY ACCESS - PROCEEDS TO THE AFC (https://www.patreon.com/softrevolution) PICKS :Isabel Allende - Daughter of FortuneJonathan Richman - That Summer Feeling (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3zmy2oBGmPc) 2021-06-301h 05Soft RevolutionCast a Deep Net feat. Dan ManganSinger-Songwriter and founder of Side Door Access, Dan Mangan on how it might be best to not cast your net wide, but deep, and in an ode to Father's Day, a beautiful distillation of what being a father has meant to him as an artist.Plus, Torq is really happy about Canada's reopening plan...not. And Ali dives deeper on Muslim representation in film and television and how changing culture can change politics.SUBSCRIBE TO OUR PATREON - www.patreon.com/softrevolutionLINKS :The fight for Muslim representation in Hollywood — and th...2021-06-221h 18Soft RevolutionCBT for Society feat. Kelly NestruckGlobe and Mail's theatre critic J. Kelly Nestruck on the Great Intermission, the confusing and at times debilitating "reopening" plans, the future of theatre, and what it's really like to sit in "Murderer's Row". But first - Liverpool threw a thousand people in a concert, and nothing happened. Should we cancel Canada Day? What is the aesthetic of fashion and music telling us about what is the next step going to feel like?SIGN UP FOR OUR PATREON - $3/MTH - BONUS CONTENT - EARLY ACCESS - PROCEEDS TO THE AFC (https://www.patreon.com/so...2021-06-121h 33Soft RevolutionStatues and Stories feat. Jenn LenaIn the aftermath of the discovery of the remains of 215 children in a residential school in Kamloops, B.C., we ask how can we best deal with the wretchedness of our past, and what do we do with the statues of the men who were responsible. Plus, how do we sift through all this expertise.LINKS : What I told my child about the Kamloops grave - to honour the 215 - Maclean'sIf the Wuhan lab-leak hypothesis is true, expect a political earthquake - The GuardianPICKS :Leonard Cohen - Th...2021-06-051h 10Soft RevolutionThe Triumph of Hope feat. Chloe Van LandschootChloe Van Landschoot on how being an artist and being a registered nurse blend together into one compelling and expansive world. But first, the news, which...is getting better? And can UFOs finally unite us?JOIN OUR PATREON - $3/MTH - PROCEEDS TO THE AFCPICKS:Jorja Smith - BurnThis Time With Alan Partridge - BBCSPONSORSEffin BirdsCrow's Theatre
2021-05-211h 28Soft RevolutionI Don't Want to Run, I Want to Rock - feat. Amy MillanAmy Millan of STARS and Broken Social Scene co-hosts the pod. We chat about her personal journey with COVID-19, the Canadian government's "Life after vaccination" roadmap, and we embark on, we hope, a pretty clear explanation of Bill C-10.JOIN OUR PATREON TO HEAR AMY'S PROUST QUESTIONNAIRE - $3/MTH - PROCEEDS GO TO THE AFCLINKS :COVID-19: Life after vaccination - Government of CanadaWill Bill C-10 impact what I can post online? - The Toronto StarPICKS :Last of Us II - Sony EntertainmentD...2021-05-151h 02Soft RevolutionTapped Out In The Flame War feat. Caryma Sa'dRenaissance woman Caryma Sa'd on the soul of the anti-lockdown marches, comics and humour that packs a punch and gets her through, and yes, Chris Sky. Plus, what is Broadway's return going to look like?JOIN OUR PATREON - $3/MTH - EARLY ACCESS - BONUS CONTENT - PROCEEDS TO THE ACTORS FUND OF CANADA!LINKS:Broadway Is Reopening. But Not Until September. - New York TimesMillions Are Saying No to the Vaccines. What Are They Thinking? - The AtlanticPICKS:Mustafa - Ali'Furious...2021-05-071h 23Soft RevolutionIf You Tweet It, They Will ComeLive music at a vaccine pop-up in Toronto! Joe Biden feels unstoppable, but why not legalize marijuana? Finally, take your grief, honour it, and light it with a match.JOIN OUR PATREON - $3/MTH - 1/3 GOES TO THE AFC (THE ACTORS FUND)PICKS:Toni Morrison on why she wrote "The Bluest Eye"Floating Points, Pharaoh Sanders and the London Symphony Orchestra - PromisesSPONSORS:Crows TheatreEffin' Birds
2021-05-011h 06Soft RevolutionPortable People Meter feat. Raina DourisHost of NPR's World Cafe, Raina Douris on how being a radio DJ might forever change, who and what makes her nervous, and her take on this thing called a Portable People Meter.But first - are you anxious to return to normal because the entire mainstream media wants to know! Why is Doug Ford even here and how do we stop that from happening again? Finally, the Oscars are this weekend! Who cares?! JOIN OUR PATREON - $3/MTH - EARLY ACCESS - BONUS CONTENT - 1/3 TO THE ACTORS FUND OF CANADA!LINKS2021-04-241h 37Soft RevolutionThis Is Not a PS5 - feat. Waubgeshig RiceAuthor and journalist Waubgeshig Rice on how he finds hope, embracing the vast canon of indigenous art, and his prescient Moon of the Crusted Snow. And an article in the Globe and Mail sets Ali and Torq off into a heated debate.JOIN OUR PATREON - EARLY ACCESS - $3/MTH - PROCEEDS SUPPORT THE AFC!LINKS:What can and can’t you do after your first COVID-19 vaccine dosePICKSA powerful quote by Reinhold NiebuhrNoopiming: The Cure For White Ladies - Leanne Betasamosake Simpson...2021-04-161h 20Soft RevolutionPandemonium feat. Nina Lee AquinoFactory Theatre's artistic director Nina Lee Aquino joins the pod to talk about how Factory has thrived during the pandemic, and how theatre should simply be a thing, not an event. And, some listener mail which proves that Torq is right 77% of the time.JOIN OUR PATREON - $3/MTH - EARLY ACCESS - BONUS CONTENT - PROCEEDS GO TO THE AFC (@AFCHELPS)LINKS:Andrew Yang Proposes Public-Private Broadway Ticket Rescue Plan & Pilot Program For Streaming Theater ProductionsResearch shows promising development in hunt for HIV vaccinePICKS:D...2021-04-091h 37Soft RevolutionAge of Reason 2.0 feat. Jen AggJen Agg joins the pod to talk through her journey as a prolific restauranteur and all-around incredible human during this pandemic. Also, in a way Torq and Ali ask once again, "What's the plan, Stan?"LINKS:Coming to Broadway : Vaccinations for New York's Theatre WorkersBad News Bias - The U.S. media is offering a different picture of Covid-19 from science journals or the international media, a study finds.‘Why Are We Stuck?’ Stage Actors Challenge Their Union Over SafetyI’ve spent my life building restaurants. COVID-19 has kil...2021-03-261h 25Soft RevolutionCardi B Doesn't Care feat. Jennifer LenaJOIN OUR PATREON - $3/MTH - EARLY ACCESS - BONUS CONTENTJennifer Lena is back on the pod to discuss "what is a band?", how do we find a collective truth or conversation, and yes...once again...WAP.PICKS:Talk to Her - Pedro AlmodovarBillie Eilish's documentary on Apple MusicBiggie, I've Got a Story to Tell - NetflixPetey and Miya Folick - HaircutSPONSORS:Effin Birds - Buy the book. Get the cards. Follow on social media!
2021-03-191h 13Soft RevolutionCan't Believe It's Been a Year feat. Deragh CampbellDeragh Campbell, star of Anne at 13,000 Feet, joins the pod to talk about forming a community to make incredible films, and doing it on micro-budgets. Torq and Ali discuss the year that was and continues, Dr. Seuss and Biden's Fireside Chat.LINKS:Hygiene Theater Is Still a Huge Waste of Time - The AtlanticCanadian drama Anne at 13,000 ft. is a startling, bracing achievement worth celebrating - The Globe and MailPICKS :Jon Batiste - CryDorothea Paas - Anything Can't HappenWATCH - New S...2021-03-121h 18Soft RevolutionCan't Believe It's Been a Year - feat. Deragh CampbellSUBSCRIBE TO OUR PATREON - EARLY ACCESS - BONUS CONTENT - 1/3 TO THE AFC!Deragh Campbell, star of Anne at 13,000 Feet, joins the pod to talk about forming a community to make incredible films, and doing it on micro-budgets. Torq and Ali discuss the year that was and continues, Dr. Seuss and Biden's Fireside Chat.LINKS:Hygiene Theater Is Still a Huge Waste of Time - The AtlanticCanadian drama Anne at 13,000 ft. is a startling, bracing achievement worth celebrating - The Globe and MailPICKS :Jon B...2021-03-121h 18Soft RevolutionThe Invisible Hand feat. Ben Kowalewicz of Billy TalentBen Kowalewicz of Billy Talent on holding on, being hopeful, and playing 5 billion shows when this is over. Torq also gives the best explanation of NFT ever. Plus, we are now partnering with the AFC!BECOME A MEMBER OF OUR PATREON AND NOW A THIRD OF OUR PROCEEDS GO TO THE AFC which gives direct financial aid to artists, and crew in financial hardship. This is an arts advocacy podcast, and we are here for our artists. AFC is a gem of an organization and we are so happy to be partnering with them.LINKS2021-03-051h 34Soft RevolutionFancy in a Singlet feat. Dr. Allan DetskyJOIN OUR PATREON! - $3/MTH - EARLY ACCESS - BONUS CONTENTTHANKS TO EFFIN BIRDS FOR SPONSORING THE PODCAST!PLAY NEW SOCIETIES AT WWW.CROWSTHEATRE.COM Dr. Allan Detsky, someone who actually knows what they're talking about, comes back on the podcast to tell us where the virus and arts are likely headed. LINKS:New York’s Pop-Up Concerts Kick Off With Jazz at a Vaccination SiteGermany, Once a Model, Is Swamped Like Everyone Else by Pandemic’s Second WavePICKS:Museum of Tol...2021-02-261h 37Soft RevolutionThe Merits of The Messaging - feat. Lisa BerryLisa Berry, one of the stars of Obsidian and CBC's 21 Black Futures on art, blackness, motherhood, and breath. LINKSVaccines & Transmission Redux Redux - Emily Oster21 Black Futures on CBC GemPICKSThis is Us - Season 4Raf Rundell - Always Fly
2021-02-191h 16Soft RevolutionOrganize, Mobilize, PoliticizeJOIN OUR PATREON - EARLY ACCESS - BONUS CONTENT - $3/MTHWHO NEEDS A PS5?! PLAY "NEW SOCIETIES" at CROW'S THEATRE - COMBINE THEATRE AND GAMING!Ali is running to be the Ontario Liberal nominee for Toronto-St. Paul's and Torq puts him through his first grilling. See how he does!He's already seen just how much artists can organize and make their voices louder than ever.If you'd like to support the campaign you can visit www.alimomen.caIf you live in Toronto-St. Paul's, then you can become a...2021-02-121h 09Soft RevolutionThanks for Listening to My Torq Talk feat. Wilson CruzJOIN OUR PATREON - $3/MONTH - TO HEAR BONUS CONTENT LIKE WILSON ANSWERING THE PROUST QUESTIONNAIRE!STREAM RUBY WATERS' INTIMATE CONCERT THIS VALENTINE'S WEEKENDWilson Cruz joins the pod to talk about how acting and activism work hand in hand towards a meaningful life. But first, Torq and Ali discuss how everyone's an expert these days, how our institutions must be the best, fear being the root of the circling firing squad in the arts, and Torq has an epic rant on The Golden Globe nominations.EPISODE READING:‘Moulin Rouge!’ Was Thei...2021-02-051h 24Soft RevolutionA Happy Soldier feat. Tom GrayJOIN OUR PATREON - $3/MONTH - EARLY ACCESS - BONUS CONTENT!STREAM RUBY WATERS' INTIMATE CONCERT THIS VALENTINE'S WEEKENDTom Gray, member of the band Gomez and founder of the #BrokenRecord campaign gives a definitive explainer on the perils of being an artist in the streaming music business and what government can do to fix it. But first, the boys discuss Carmen Aguirre's video essay on 'Cancel Culture' in the theatre.LINKS:Carmen Aguirre's video essay on Cancel CultureCarmen's interview in the Globe and MailThe B...2021-01-291h 24Soft RevolutionJournal It! feat. Georgia DowJOIN OUR PATREON FOR EARLY ACCESS AND BONUS CONTENTRegistered Psychotherapist and all-around wonderful human Georgia Dow with insight and tips on managing this once in a lifetime experience. LINKSGirl With Pearl Earring like you've never seen it.Walk the stunning Maurithuis galleryCulture injection: Coronavirus vaccination centres in Germany are giving patients a dose of artFOLLOW US@softrevcast - Twitter@alimomen - Twitter/Instagram@georgia_dow - Twitter/Email
2021-01-221h 23Soft RevolutionIn Sweatpants at Crow's Theatre feat. Stephen MarcheRenowned writer Stephen Marche joins the podcast for a wide-ranging interview on the impending American Civil War, cultural appropriation, and how the Truth and Reconciliation Report is required reading for anyone looking to make any piece of art in Canada.This is our first podcast in residency at Crow's Theatre! Crow's Theatre has consistently enlightened and engaged their audiences and we are super excited to be a part of the family these 6 months. We couldn't think of a better place to be. Thank you Crow's Theatre and please stay tuned for more on this new pa...2021-01-151h 25Soft RevolutionVaccinate To Congregate - feat. Erica EhmSIGN UP FOR OUR PATREON TO HEAR ERICA'S AMAZING PROUST QUESTIONNAIRE Superwoman Erica Ehm on the power of saying YES, and how you have to simply ask for what you want. But first, we discuss the slow vaccine rollout, and the insurrection at the US Capitol.
2021-01-091h 35Soft RevolutionWe Are In AscensionJust a quick pod that THANK YOU for listening and to wish you the most incredible holidays. Things are looking up! See you in 2021!
2020-12-1710 minSoft RevolutionThe Most Badly Researched Podcast in North AmericaJOIN OUR PATREON - $3/MTH - EARLY ACCESS - BONUS CONTENT!BIG NEWS - Soft Revolution is going into partnership with Crow's Theatre in Toronto. We love Crow's, and they love us and with their help we are going to expand the reach of the podcast, start to advertise, and basically take it to the next level. Thank you Crow's Theatre!If that wasn't enough, we have an end of the year tour-de-force show with Jennifer Lena AND Daniel Handler! Topics include:- Bob Dylan's catalogue sale and a crazy story of when D...2020-12-111h 09Soft RevolutionDemolition Man Sex SceneJOIN OUR PATREON - EARLY ACCESS - BONUS CONTENT - $3/MONTH!We are back and we tease a big announcement. Big things happening...stay tuned.Art as the incentive for vaccination. Cities and suburbs are changed forever. BBQAnon. We don't need a year-end list, we just need the year to end!
2020-12-0458 minSoft RevolutionMendacity! feat. Ronald DeibertJOIN OUR PATREON - EARLY ACCESS - BONUS CONENT - $3/MTH!Bestselling author and renowned technology and security expert Ronald Deibert comes on the pod to talk his new book RESET : RECLAIMING THE INTERNET FOR A CIVIL SOCIETYIt is a fascinating, and informative conversation with one of the greatest thinkers on this subject.
2020-11-191h 19Soft RevolutionCareer Counselling feat. Mohit RajhansSUBSCRIBE TO OUR PATREON - EARLY ACCESS - BONUS CONTENT - $3/MTH!First, a chat about the vaccine, social media (again), and is the internet itself a net-negative?Then, the brilliant Mohit Rajhans joins the pod to chat about his new book and how creators can maximize their content online and how society can facilitate that.
2020-11-121h 18Soft RevolutionTorq's Going to Ohio feat. Jennifer LenaSUBSCRIBE TO OUR PATREON - $3MTH - EARLY ACCESS - BONUS CONTENTTrump might lose, but Trumpism lives. "How'd we get here?" with the brilliant Jennifer Lena.
2020-11-051h 08Soft RevolutionSongs About Songs - feat. Carl NewmanJOIN OUR PATREON - EARLY ACCESS - PROUST QUESTIONNAIRES - $3/MTH!Social media is the number one issue facing us right now and we can fix it. America, don't let us down. Then, Carl Newman of the New Pornographers on living in America during this time, and a real dive into his incredible songwriting. Torq's new song on Apple MusicGET IN TOUCH:Twitter, Email
2020-10-311h 12Soft RevolutionBack to the Future - feat. Antoni CimolinoSIGN UP FOR OUR PATREON - $3/MONTH - EARLY ACCESS AND BONUS CONTENTThe third and thankfully final debate. Borat and Banksy and the death of satire. You better have a plan B.Then, Antoni Cimolino, artistic director of the Stratford Festival joins us for a sobering yet inspiring talk on the past, present, and future of the festival. Sign up for StratFest@Home - Just $10/month
2020-10-231h 23Soft RevolutionIs Patience a Virtue? feat. Tegan QuinTO LISTEN TO TEGAN'S FULL INTERVIEW INCLUDING HER AMAZING PROUST QUESTIONNAIRE - SIGN UP FOR OUR PATREON - $3/MTH - EARLY ACCESS - EXTENDED INTERVIEWSIs patience a virtue? Must we keep all the buildings? Ali relieves Torq's fear of a possible Trump win (VOTE!). Then, a soulful, thoughtful, and entertaining interview with Tegan Quin of TEGAN AND SARA.LINKS:Support the Tegan and Sara FoundationSigrid Hjertén's incredible art.GET IN TOUCH:TwitterEMAIL
2020-10-171h 20Soft RevolutionThe Song of Life feat. Michael HollettSIGN UP FOR OUR PATREON - $3/MTH - EXTENDED INTERVIEWS - EARLY ACCESS!Contrary to Vienna, it's like they didn't even try, COVITA flops and then Michael Hollett, founder of NOW Magazine, and NXNE joins to chat about his new magazine, "NEXT".
2020-10-081h 06Soft RevolutionThe Hopeful CriticJOIN OUR PATREON - $3/MONTH - EARLY ACCESS - EXTENDED INTERVIEWS!The debate. Building our own Big Lies. Torq's anger as hope. Politicians need to have artistic skin in the game. Relationships over everything.
2020-10-0154 minSoft RevolutionInspiration Cookies feat. Craig PikeJOIN OUR PATREON - $3/mth - EARLY ACCESS. PROUST QUESTIONNAIRE with GUESTS!Craig Pike of "Craig's Cookies" talks about his journey from artist to entrepreneur and how his artistry never left him and only helped.Ali returns to set and tells his story and Torq has issues with politicians.
2020-09-251h 18Soft RevolutionI Accept That Which You Reject feat. Chilly GonzalesTorq is back from his drive cross-country and his drive-in concert and he has thoughts. Then, Chilly Gonzales rejoins the pod to talk all the things. To hear Chilly's amazing answers to the Proust Questionnaire and to get all our episodes a day early, sign up for our Patreon.JOIN OUR PATREON HERE!
2020-09-171h 14Soft RevolutionMoney Out The Window - feat. Daniel Handler aka Lemony SnicketDaniel Handler aka Lemony Snicket is on for a big and boisterous talk. We recorded right as the NBA was on the verge of shutting down. Perhaps it's time for us all to strike? For the full interview with Daniel, JOIN OUR PATREON!
2020-08-281h 14Soft RevolutionAmerica The Beautiful...SometimesJOIN OUR PATREON!The Hillbilly Elegy and Us. Back to School. The Democratic National Convention.
2020-08-2153 minSoft RevolutionYes We And!It's just Torq and Ali today and they have lots to talk about including the artist as an entrepreneur, why money direct to artists along with organizations could be the most bang for the buck, and finally, Kamala (pronounced "comma,la") Harris is the canny choice for VP. JOIN OUR PATREON
2020-08-1459 minSoft RevolutionPlaying to a Mazda Miata feat. Dr. Dave O'BrienTorq is back from his road-trip across Canada and a check-in on culture from the UK with Dr. Dave O'Brien.JOIN OUR PATREONFollow Us:TwitterInstagram
2020-08-071h 14Soft RevolutionGrowing Gains feat. Ravi JainTorquil is back officially next week, so today we have a rich, revealing, and powerful talk with Ravi Jain, who is the artistic director of Why Not Theatre and a Canadian cultural leader. JOIN OUR PATREON!EMAIL US : SOFTREVCAST@GMAIL.COM
2020-08-0157 minSoft RevolutionBack to First Principles feat. Jennifer Lena, Nick Duckart and Mariand TorresTorquil is moving cross country so Jennifer Lena guest hosts to talk about her new op-ed, how Ali can feel ok listening to Young T, and answers, "what's going on in America?" Then, an incredible interview with husband and wife all-stars Nick Duckart of COME FROM AWAY and Mariand Torres of WICKED.JOIN OUR PATREONLINKS:"Fund Artists, Not Organizations" - Jennifer C. LenaThe arts need a New Deal to survive the pandemic - Misha BersonFOLLOW US:TwitterInstagramPatreon2020-07-241h 30
Soft RevolutionAfter Hours - Excess to Excellence feat. Jennifer LenaClick here to join our Patreon to get a bonus episode like this every single week! For now, here's a taste.Jennifer Lena joins Ali and Torq for a wide ranging conversation on the #ArtsNewDeal, once again "The Letter", and we subject her to the Proust Questionnaire. Enjoy! Oh, btw, that was the incredible Leon Bridges leading us out. Check out his newest single - "Sweeter". Follow us:@softrevcast@alimomen
2020-07-131h 04Soft RevolutionAngelica, Eliza, and Artists! feat. Miranda MulhollandMiranda Mulholland joins us to talk about the music industry, her incredible advocacy and how she's fighting the good fight. Let's de-romanticize art. And then..."The Letter".Please support our Patreon!Picks:Buffy Saint-Marie - Universal SoldierFollow us:@softrevcast@alimomen
2020-07-091h 32Soft RevolutionAddition Not Subtraction feat. Hans AbbingMaybe we shouldn't be burning it down, but adding even more than there was. Enough with the scarcity mindset. Then a fascinating interview with social scientist and artist Hans Abbing where he asks that we expand our definition what it is to be an artist.WE HAVE LAUNCHED OUR PATREON! WE WOULD LOVE YOUR SUPPORT - Check it out here! Picks:James Blake - You're Too PreciousHAIM - Los AngelesFollow Us:@softrevcast@torquilcampbell@alimomen
2020-07-021h 04Soft RevolutionThe Audacity of Mediocrity feat. Deepa MehtaPlants go to the opera in Barcelona. The Trump Show looks like it's closing. Live Nation sucks. Then, an illuminating interview with the fearless Oscar nominated director, Deepa Mehta.Picks:Get Deepa's amazing episode of Little America on Apple TV+! Simon Diaz - Tonada de Luna LlenaFollow Us:@softrevcast@torquilcampbell@alimomenThank you for all your support! Please go ahead and rate us 5 stars if you like on Apple Podcasts. xo
2020-06-251h 14Soft RevolutionArt Is a Human Right feat. Jennifer LenaThis #ArtsNewDeal is taking more than baby steps. Then, sociologist and author Jennifer Lena (@WITWhat) drops some inspiration and insight in regards to the Works Progress Administration and art.SIGN THE PETITION! LET'S GET TO WORK!Grab Jennifer's amazing book - Entitled: Discriminating Tastes and the Expansion of the ArtsPicks:Dave Chappelle's 8:46The Thick Of ItPublic Enemy - Fight The PowerFollow Us:@softrevcast@torquilcampbell@alimomenThank you for all your support! Please go ahead...2020-06-181h 14Soft Revolution#ArtsNewDealRESET, RELIEF, REBUILD, and REFORM - a lucid and inspirational discussion with Daniel Silver, Mark S. Fox, and Gail Lord about an Artistic New Deal that integrates artists in all facets of society. Let's get to WORK!Join the movement! #ArtsNewDealLinks:Canada's arts sector needs transformative action similar to Works Progress AdministrationPicks:Burna Boy - AnybodyLangston Hughes - a selection of poemsFollow Us:@softrevcast@torquilcampbell@alimomenThank you for all your support! Please g...2020-06-111h 05
Soft RevolutionIf You Stand With Hate, You're Standing In ItWe almost didn't record a podcast this week. But we did, and it's a raw one. Links:Anti-Racism resourcesPicks:In The Garden of Beasts- Love, Terror, and an American Family in Hitler's Berlin Marvin Gaye - What's Going OnFollow Us:@softrevcast@torquilcampbell@alimomenThank you for all your support! Please go ahead and rate us 5 stars if you like on Apple Podcasts. xo
2020-06-041h 03Soft RevolutionConfessions, Part IIIAli was at Trinity Bellwoods Park and here is his story. Policy needs to be like art - imaginative. Then, a chat with the artistic director of Buddies In Bad Times Theatre, Evalyn ParryLinks :After the Coronavirus, Prepare for the Roaring Twenties - The AtlanticCanada's arts sector needs transformative action similar to Works Progress Administration - Globe and MailIt's Going to Take Time - Evalyn ParryPicks:Cleo Sol - Why Don't YouFollow Us:@softrevcast@torquilcampbell2020-05-281h 19Soft RevolutionWe Do Not Want a Digital ExitThe Last Dance is amazing. Drive-ins are a thing, but are they THE thing? Zoom is a clusterfuck. Then, an interview with Charles Spearin and Esmaeel Abofakher about their upcoming musical about the Canadian Sponsorship Program.Links:Andrew Scott- SeaWallThe 1975 - GuysFollow Us:@softrevcast@torquilcampbell@alimomenThank you for all your support! Please go ahead and rate us 5 stars if you like on Apple Podcasts. xo
2020-05-211h 08Soft RevolutionPod Save the ArtsIt's time for an Artistic New Deal. Enough with the "new normal". Torq's online show inspired Ali. Then, an interview with our future - Caitlin Galichan-Lowe and her incredible grade-11 student Ariana Revnic.Links : Jeffrey Katzenberg Blames Pandemic for Quibi's Rough Start - New York TimesSarah Cooper's incredible Trump lip-syncingDear Diary: Why this Calgary student calls isolation the 'two-headed gift of time' - Ariana's essay for CBCPicks : Nina Simone - I Wish I Knew How It Would Feel To Be FreeFollow Us:2020-05-141h 11Soft RevolutionArt Matters Because It's The Thing I Do! - with CHILLY GONZALESCan we be more like Germany please? Speaking of Germany, we chat with the musical genius Chilly Gonazales from his home in Cologne. Links:TORQ'S SHOW! - GET YOUR TICKETS - 9pm EST - Thursday May 6thTarragon Theatre's 2020-2021 season unannouncement - Globe and MailWill Socially Distanced Rehearsals Leave Space for Good Theatre? - New York TimesChilly Gonzales breaks down Billie EilishChilly Gonzales - Solo Piano LivePicks:Kraftwerk's 10 Best Songs - BillboardFleetwood Mac - Landslide2020-05-071h 17Soft RevolutionYear ZeroLinks:Theatre mentorship website GhostLight aims to keep artists, audiences connected during COVID-19 pandemic - The Globe and MailFace Masks and Fewer Seats : One Theater Tries Saving Summer - The New York TimesMore than 12 million people attended Travis Scott's Fortnite concert - The VergeNic Harcourt's 88.5FM Mornings with JetPicks :Bon Iver - PDLIFJay Electronica - The Blinding feat. Travis ScottFollow Us: @softrevcast@torquilcampbell@alimomen@nicharcourtThank you f...2020-04-301h 12Soft RevolutionThis Ain't RatatouilleLinks:Australia's 'Neighbours' Sets Safety Protocols As It Resumes Production - DeadlineIf Cannes cancels, expect this year's movie calendar to be tossed into the shredder - Globe and MailPicks :Trapped on NetflixMove On - Sunday In The Park With GeorgeFollow us:@softrevcast@torquilcampbell@alimomen@HertzBarryThank you for all your support! Please go ahead and rate us 5 stars if you like on Apple Podcasts. xo
2020-04-241h 09Soft RevolutionI've Got Plenty DrakeLinks :Drake's Quarantine Content is Tone Deaf - Vinay MenonBill Gates and Ellen DeGeneresPicks :Rosalía - Juro QueLaura Marling - Song For Our DaughterFollow us:@softrevcast@torquilcampbell@alimomen
2020-04-171h 01Soft RevolutionWhat's the Plan, Stan?Torquil and Michael Healey (@healeytypes) got into a Twitter spat over whether big names giving out their art for free online ruins it for the little guy trying to make a buck. While we wait for the vaccine, and the ability to congregate again, do you make art, and what kind? Plus, if you've got a play and you want some feedback from Michael Healey, well, email him at (mtlh50@gmail.com)! He'd be happy to take a look and give you his feedback. Links:The Forgotten Art of Assembly - Nic...2020-04-101h 04Soft RevolutionA Modern-Day Peep ShowA Catastrophe for the Night Economy - Torquil's piece in The AtlanticThe Plague - Alain De Botton breaks down Albert Camus' masterpiece.Charlotte CornfieldJim PenolaYou can follow us on Twitter as well :@softrevcast@torquilcampbell@alimomen
2020-04-0357 minSoft RevolutionMarie Kondo That Sh!tThe boys are back talking about Covid-19 and the grief we are all experiencing and how we need to be compassionate and kind to each other in this moment. - even those lined up to buy a video game. Then they dive into the present and future of the Canadian theatre. Oh and Torquil is the "Tiger King".
If you're feeling what we're doing, find us on Twitter at @softrevcast and for those on Apple, we'd love all five of those stars. ;)2020-03-2757 minSoft RevolutionThe Virus Will Not Kill The ArtsTorquil and Ali will be back with a full episode on Friday, but in the meantime Ali interviews Dr. Allan Detsky - a renowned doctor, economist, theatre producer and investor. They talk about the virus, why it's unique, what is the ideal way to socially distance, what will this new world look like, and finally, where does theatre and the arts go from here.2020-03-2332 minSoft RevolutionThe Second Mountain is a Socialist OneToday we talk about well, what do you think? COVID-19 has taken over all our lives. Where do we go from here? Is there a beautiful depth in this dark surface? Where is art's place in it and how do we artists cope with the uncertain future. This is Soft Revolution.
ps. Sorry for the mic levels. We'll fix it next time. :)2020-03-201h 01