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ART IS CHANGE: Tactics and Tools for Activist Artists and Cultural OrganizersGerry Stropnicky: Story, Civic Empathy, & Social ChangeWhat happens when a theater director steps into a struggling town and ignites transformation through the power of shared stories?In a world where communities face trauma, disconnection, and invisibility, this episode explores how the ancient impulse to gather and perform stories can foster healing, agency, and real-world change. If you’ve ever wondered how art can truly make a difference, this conversation reveals what it takes. In this episode we:Learn how ensemble-based, community-driven theater projects have tackled crises like the opioid epidemic and flood response with lasting impact.Hear firsthand how storymaking catalyzes civic em...2025-07-2347 minART IS CHANGE: Tactics and Tools for Activist Artists and Cultural OrganizersCan Arts Festivals, Community Theater & Cultural Organizers Save Democracy?What happens when community theater, political leadership, and grassroots organizing collide? In today’s polarized climate, building authentic, inclusive community can feel impossible—especially across political, social, and cultural divides. But Kathie deNobriga has been doing exactly that for decades—as an artist, activist, and even as the mayor of a small Georgia town. Her story shows how creativity, collaboration, and a little humor can foster connection where we need it most.Hear how Kathie’s winding journey from political theater to small-town leadership taught her the power of listening, laughter, and shared purpose.Learn how grassroo...2025-07-0938 min
Signal Cleveland: On AirCleveland police commanders discuss party shooting, nuisance law at Ward 7 meetingThe Public Meetings Report for the week of July 7, 2025In this week’s Public Meetings Report, Cleveland Documenters covered a recent Ward 7 community meeting. Cleveland police commanders talked with residents about safety issues and the city’s nuisance law. Plus, a state representative sounds a warning about the proposed state budget and Ohio House Bill 335. Learn more in this week’s episode.The Documenters whose work contributed to this episode are:Jotoya GrayTucker HandleyDenise LykesRosie PalfyTheir work has been c...2025-07-0704 min
Cleveland Browns Podcast NetworkCollege Football Preview with The Sporting News' Bill Bender - Cleveland Browns Daily - 6.18.25Bill Bender from The Sporting News joins Beau Bishop to preview the college football games to see in 2025. Hear from Tackle Dawand Jones and Beau and Gibbs take your questions in this week's episode of the mailbag!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2025-06-181h 31ART IS CHANGE: Tactics and Tools for Activist Artists and Cultural OrganizersArt IS Change: Want Proof That Art Makes Real Change? Start HereWhat if changing a podcast title could spark a deeper, more powerful shift in how we understand the role of artists in shaping society? Not likely, but if you’ve ever felt like your creative work is meaningful but invisible in the fight for justice and transformation, this episode digs deep into how storytelling isn’t just a method—it’s the foundation. We’re in a moment where the narratives driving political and cultural realities are being rewritten, and artists are at the heart of this seismic shift.Discover why “Art is Change” isn’t just a rebrand—i...2025-06-0418 min
Cleveland Browns Podcast NetworkBill Musgrave Talks QB Room - Cleveland Browns Daily - 5.29.25On this Thursday edition of CBD, Z goes 1-on-1 with Browns QB coach Bill Musgrave (0:41), and hear some of the highlights from Browns QBs Kenny Pickett (33:12) and Joe Flacco's (1:08:20) OTA press conferences. And the guys answer your questions on today's mailbag (1:20:10).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2025-05-291h 31
ART IS CHANGE: Tactics and Tools for Activist Artists and Cultural OrganizersTHE CETA ARTS REVOLUTION: What Can Today's Activist Artists & Organizers Learn from It?Did you know the U.S. once launched a massive jobs program that empowered over 20,000 artists, and creative support staff—and then let it vanish from collective memory?For artists, educators, and community leaders seeking sustainable support for creative work, the forgotten story of the CETA Arts Program offers a powerful historical lesson. In a time of economic uncertainty, this 1970s initiative not only employed artists—it embedded them into the heart of local communities to spark cultural and social change.Discover how two artists-turned-historians uncovered the lost legacy of a program that transformed the lives of t...2025-05-1438 min
ART IS CHANGE: Tactics and Tools for Activist Artists and Cultural OrganizersNew Rules: 11 Unlikely Lessons for Activist Artists Navigating MAGA.What can we learn from artists who survived the chaos of 1980s prisons—and how can their lessons help us resist authoritarianism today?From the Center for the Study of Art & Community, this is Change the Story / Change the World: A chronicle of art and social change, where artivists share and learn the skills and strategies they need to thrive as creative community leaders. My name is Bill Cleveland. As censorship and threats escalate for activist artists and community leaders, navigating today’s polarized world demands more than passion. This episode draws powerful insights from priso...2025-05-0722 min
ART IS CHANGE: Tactics and Tools for Activist Artists and Cultural OrganizersHow are Artists and Organizers Creating a Better World Together? RepriseCan the right song, painting, or museum exhibit spark real political change? What if culture is the missing strategy in today’s social movements?From the Center for the Study of Art & Community, this is Change the Story / Change the World: A chronicle of art and social change, where activist artists and cultural organizers share and learn what they need to thrive as creative change agents. My name is Bill Cleveland.If you’ve ever felt like your efforts for justice aren’t hitting deep enough, it might be because the culture hasn’t caught up with...2025-04-301h 00
ART IS CHANGE: Tactics and Tools for Activist Artists and Cultural OrganizersChange the Story Weather Report: A Neighborhood Cultural Center Navigates the MAGA StormThe MAGA storm system continues to exert a profound influence on community members, activist artists and cultural organizers living and working in Minneapolis' Powderhorn Central Community. Bill Cleveland's dialogue with Noel Raymond reveals the complexities of navigating activism amidst the destabilizing forces fast moving Trumpian juggernaut. Raymond describes the fraught material emotional landscape faced by artists and cultural organizers, characterized by feelings of fear, rage, and disorientation. Takeaways:Understand why the disorientation that we're all experiencing is used as a tactic to prevent resistance, and that recognizing this helps us stay grounded.Find out...2025-04-2324 min
Signal Cleveland: On AirResidents speak out against Haslams and Cleveland ClinicThe Public Meetings Report for the week of April 21, 2025In this week’s Public Meetings Report, a resident addresses Cleveland City Council about not funding Browns stadium projects with public money, while West Park residents expressed their concerns to the City Planning Commission about the Cleveland Clinic’s expansion of Fairview Hospital. Learn more in this week’s episode.The Documenters whose work contributed to this episode are:Alyssa HolzkloosAlicia MorelandKellie MorrisCaelum BurnsTheir work has been compiled this week b...2025-04-2105 min
ART IS CHANGE: Tactics and Tools for Activist Artists and Cultural OrganizersLynne Elizabeth: Breaking Ground for The New VillageSummaryCan somethings as mundane a publishing be a revolutionary act. This podcast episode delves into the profound significance of mission centered publishing as illuminated through the life and work of Lynne Elizabeth, the founding director of New Village Press. Our conversation underscores the notion that books serve as instruments for social change, bridging divides and igniting action within communities. Lynne, who affectionately refers to her role as a "book doula," passionately discusses the transformative power of literature and the imperative of publishing with purpose. Throughout the dialogue, we explore the intersection of creativity and social justice...2025-02-0651 min
The Dawgs - A Cleveland Browns PodcastShould the Browns Draft a QB or Trade Back? - Cleveland Browns Podcast for 1/29/25What's your stance on the Browns direction this off-season? On today's Cleveland Browns Podcast, we discuss what we think the team should do with the second overall pick in the NFL Draft. Also, the Browns promoted Bill Musgrave to be the new Quarterbacks Coach, and Andrew Berry said Myles Garrett isn't going anywhere. Get entertaining Browns news with the #1 Cleveland Browns podcast -- Cleveland Browns Podcast for January 29, 2025.Join The Dawgs Podcast Cleveland Browns Fans Community! JoinTheDawgs.comGet your first BADGE today! Just $0.99 with your YouTube MembershipConnect with the #1 Cleveland Browns...2025-01-2944 min
ART IS CHANGE: Tactics and Tools for Activist Artists and Cultural OrganizersJack Bowers -A Do-gooder Opportunist in the Joint : A Jazz Improvisation in 4 PartsSummaryThis podcast episode features a compelling conversation between Bill Cleveland and Jack Bowers, highlighting the transformative power of arts programs within the prison system. Bowers shares his experiences as a musician and educator at Soledad Prison, emphasizing how curiosity and opportunism led him to create profound connections and foster a vibrant creative community among incarcerated individuals. The discussion reveals the significant impact of art in mitigating the harsh realities of prison life, allowing participants to explore their identities and express themselves in ways that transcend their circumstances. Cleveland and Bowers reflect on the challenges...2025-01-0855 min
Things You Might Not Have HeardLuigi Mangione, Bill Belichick, Logan Paul & More - 12/13/2024Today's Sponsor: Flowers Fast!https://thisistheconversationproject.com/flowersfast Today's Rundown:Luigi Mangione's Lawyer Told Him in Court: 'Don't Say a Word' After Outburst Outside Buildinghttps://www.aol.com/lifestyle/luigi-mangiones-lawyer-told-him-162931578.html Kristi Noem is Trump’s Homeland Security pick, but some South Dakota residents say she neglected her own statehttps://rollcall.com/2024/12/11/kristi-noem-meets-senators-as-trumps-pick-to-lead-homeland-security/ Bill Belichick agrees to deal to become UNC football head coach https://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/id/42917765/sources-bill-belichick-finalizing-deal-unc-coach Arkansas governor calls to ban buying 'junk food' using SNAP benefitshttps://www.thv11.c...2024-12-1329 min
Things You Might Not Have HeardLuigi Mangione, Bill Belichick, Logan Paul & More - 12/13/2024Today's Sponsor: Flowers Fast!https://thisistheconversationproject.com/flowersfast Today's Rundown:Luigi Mangione's Lawyer Told Him in Court: 'Don't Say a Word' After Outburst Outside Buildinghttps://www.aol.com/lifestyle/luigi-mangiones-lawyer-told-him-162931578.html Kristi Noem is Trump’s Homeland Security pick, but some South Dakota residents say she neglected her own statehttps://rollcall.com/2024/12/11/kristi-noem-meets-senators-as-trumps-pick-to-lead-homeland-security/ Bill Belichick agrees to deal to become UNC football head coach https://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/id/42917765/sources-bill-belichick-finalizing-deal-unc-coach Arkansas governor calls to ban buying 'junk food' using SNAP benefitshttps://www.thv11.c...2024-12-1329 min
ART IS CHANGE: Tactics and Tools for Activist Artists and Cultural OrganizersIs Democracy a Creative Practice? 2Episode SummaryIn this second of two episodes exploring democracy as a creative practice Bill Cleveland leads a rich discussion with theater workers Arnaldo Lopez, Ben Fink, and Scott Rankin, and labor organizer Ken Grossinger, who share how artistic endeavors can bridge differences, foster justice, and inspire community engagement. The conversation delves into the transformative power of storytelling and the role of cultural democracy in redefining citizenship and identity. As the guests recount their experiences, they highlight the importance of trust and cooperation in collaborative projects that address social issues. Ultimately, this episode underscores the...2024-12-1141 min
ART IS CHANGE: Tactics and Tools for Activist Artists and Cultural OrganizersIs Democracy a Creative Practice?DEMOCRACY is a practice that we haven't been practicing. The gap between the story we've been telling ourselves about our participatory democracy and our actual experience leaves us unprepared for the Resistance and Reclamation project that we're about to undertake. To get better at Democracy, we need to treat it as a creative practice!This is the first of two episodes that explore the intricate relationship between art and democracy. This episode delves into the idea that democracy is not merely a system of voting, but a dynamic practice that requires active participation and creativity from its...2024-11-2751 min
ART IS CHANGE: Tactics and Tools for Activist Artists and Cultural OrganizersJeff Mather: Art, Community, & the Materialized ImaginationExplore creative community transformation with teaching artist Jeff Mather as he shares stories of art, collaboration, and social change in education.Jeff Mather's work as a teaching artist and public art digital storytelling alchemist underscores the vital role of art in fostering community resilience and engagement. The conversation with Bill Cleveland reveals how, despite the challenges posed by recent global events, Mather remains optimistic about the transformative potential of creative collaborations. By reflecting on his experiences in various educational and community settings, he illustrates how art can bridge divides, empower youth, and reinvigorate spaces that have been...2024-11-1347 min
ART IS CHANGE: Tactics and Tools for Activist Artists and Cultural OrganizersRebecca Rice: Giving Voice to the InvisibleRebecca Rice, a pioneering community artist, transformed her personal experiences into a powerful advocacy for marginalized voices through art. Her journey began in a challenging neighborhood in Chicago, where she discovered her passion for performance and community engagement. This podcast explores her belief that every individual, regardless of their visibility, contributes to the intricate tapestry of human existence. Throughout her career, Rice emphasized the importance of creative collaboration, using theater as a means to address social issues such as domestic violence and racial justice. As she reflects on her work, listeners are invited to consider the profound impact of...2024-10-2846 min
ART IS CHANGE: Tactics and Tools for Activist Artists and Cultural OrganizersBilly Yalowitz: Art & Trust in Treacherous TimesGiven the differences in power, and definitions of success, how can arts and change collaborations between institutions of higher learning and their local communities be equitable and accountable? And how can change oriented artists practice effectively and ethically with a foot in each camp? Billy Yalowitz has had a career as a theater director and choreographer that I think provides provocative answers to both questions and more.This podcast features a rich conversation between Bill Cleveland and Billy Yalowitz, focusing on the intersection of community arts and social justice. At the heart of their discussion is the...2024-10-1654 min
Signal Cleveland: On AirCleveland City Council tackles street takeoversPublic Meetings Report for the week of October 7, 2024
In this week’s Public Meetings Report, Cleveland City Council and Cleveland Documenters hear from police officials about street takeovers, and a member of Council warns of public comment being monopolized by special interests. Get more details in this week’s episode.
The Documenters whose work contributed to this episode are:
Mildred Seward
Denise Lykes
Tim Zelina
Their work has been compiled this week by Doug Breehl-Pitorak. The Public Meetings Report is produced by Gennifer Harding-Gosnell, with an assist by S...2024-10-0806 min
ART IS CHANGE: Tactics and Tools for Activist Artists and Cultural OrganizersLaurie Meadoff: What Happens When Art & Humanity Pull Up A Chair?How do you describe a Laurie Meadoff? Start off with a big heart, add a piercing intellect, an insatiable curiosity, and a gargantuan exploding fireworks extravaganza of an imagination. Then add that she's a can't-sit-still, serial do-gooder problem solver who translates the word "NO" in any language, as the starting gun for the next story in the million chapter book she's been living, entitled There's no Such Thing as an Impossible Dream!In this episode of 'Change the Story, Change the World,' host Bill Cleveland introduces Laurie Meadoff, a transformative entrepreneurial force in community arts, youth...2024-10-0248 min
ART IS CHANGE: Tactics and Tools for Activist Artists and Cultural OrganizersFrom Ignorance to Knowing: A Journey of Art, Science & HealingDr. Banerji: In this episode of 'Change the Story, Change the World,' Bill Cleveland explores the inspiring journey of Dr. Subhasis Banerji, a bioengineer from Singapore. Dr. Banerji shares how he utilized the interplay between art, science, and the human mind to help brain-injured and stroke patients recover. After suffering severe injuries himself, Dr. Banerji’s personal tale of recovery through a combination of physical therapy, yoga, and martial arts led him to develop SynPhne—a groundbreaking therapeutic device integrating real-time brain and muscle feedback for accelerated healing. The discussion also parallels the transformative power of crea...2024-09-1828 min
ART IS CHANGE: Tactics and Tools for Activist Artists and Cultural OrganizersROOTS WEEK: Seeds of Hope, Healing, and JusticeVoices of justice, tales of transformation, and a legacy of love. Join us on a journey through ROOTS Week and witness art changing lives one story at a time. This is Part Two of our Alternate ROOTS series, (Listen to Part One HERE) Bill Cleveland attends the ROOTS Week annual gathering in Asheville, North Carolina. This episode features a diverse array of experiences from workshops, performances, and introduced participants. As ROOTS approaches its 50th anniversary, the episode explores its history and traditions. The episode also shares stories from community art and healing campaigns across different regions in...2024-08-3145 min
Father Bill W.Dr. Bob & The Good Oldtimers: Cleveland and Early AA MeetingsBill Wilson, Dr. Bob and the AA Pioneers became sober
primarily by working the principles and practices of the Oxford Group and adapting them to meet the needs of alcoholics. This series traces that early history. It draws from the 1980 AA publication Dr. Bob and the Good Oldtimers. Fr. Bill’s guest is recovery archivist Matt D. from the 12-Step Fellowship All Addicts Anonymous. In this sixth episode they explore Chapters 15 through 18 as AA meetings evolve in Akron and Cleveland where Dr. Bob’s influence is remembered.
Show Notes:
Dr. Bob and The Good Old Time...2024-08-1753 min
Signal Cleveland: On AirCleveland City Council storms through legislationPublic Meetings Report for the week of August 12, 2024
In this week’s Public Meetings Report, Cleveland Documenters sat in on literal and figurative storms as tornadoes and other damaging weather raged through Cleveland last week, and City Council reimburses the Cleveland Browns $3.8M for stadium repairs amidst a possible Browns move to Brook Park. Learn more in this week’s episode.
The Documenters whose work contributed to this episode are:
Bilal Hakim,
Carolyn Cooper
Tina Scott
Their work has been compiled this week b...2024-08-1405 min
ART IS CHANGE: Tactics and Tools for Activist Artists and Cultural OrganizersAlternate Roots: 50 Years of Artist Activism & Cultural Organizing,Join Bill Cleveland in a special bonus episode as we explore the incredible 50-year journey of Alternate ROOTS a nonprofit arts organization dedicated to social and economic justice. Featuring insightful conversations with Roots staffers Aimee McCoy and Clarissa Crawford, this episode delves into the diverse contributions of artists in tackling community issues, the importance of membership, and the upcoming 2024 Roots Week. Don't miss this in-depth look at one of America's most influential arts organizations and their vibrant community impact.BONUS-BONUS: Alternate ROOTS Collection: This is a collection of Change the Story Episodes featuring 9 creative change agents who...2024-08-0639 min
ART IS CHANGE: Tactics and Tools for Activist Artists and Cultural Organizers9 Reports Later: Why We Still Struggle with Race and Belonging—And How Public Art Can Change That – Part 2 🌟 "Change the Story, Change the World" is back with the FURTHER, Further Adventures of Lenwood O. Sloan! Dive into our conversation on woke culture, historical monuments, and the power of public art. Don't miss this engaging episode! #Podcast #ArtAndCommunity #ChangeTheWorld 🎙️In this episode of 'Change the Story, Change the World,' Bill Cleveland continues his conversation with Lenwood O. Sloan. They discuss the abuse and current significance of Juneteenth, the replacement of Confederate monuments, and the various implications of the 14th Amendment over time. Sloan shares insights on public art as a means to foster community dialogue and how c...2024-07-2432 min
ART IS CHANGE: Tactics and Tools for Activist Artists and Cultural Organizers9 Reports Later: Why We Still Struggle With Race and Belonging—And How Public Art Can Change That – Part 1Further Adventures of L. O. SloanIn this milestone 100th episode, Bill Cleveland engages in a deep, reflective, and often humorous conversation with his longtime friend and legendary activist, actor, dancer, playwright, impresario, and historian, Lenwood Sloan. The discussion spans many topics, including Sloan's incredible career in the arts, his reflections on social change, and the societal impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic. The episode also touches on the roles of art and artists in activism and democracy, shining a spotlight on historical figures like Lydia Hamilton Smith and their untold contributions. The conversation serves as both a...2024-07-1037 minThings You Might Not Have HeardMike Tyson, Bill Walton, Rudy Giuliani & More - 5/28/2024Today's Sponsor: Fundrisehttp://thisistheconversationproject.com/fundrise Today's Rundown: Mike Tyson Suffers 'Medical Emergency' Two Months Before He's Due To Fight Jake Paulhttps://www.ketk.com/news/mike-tyson-suffers-medical-emergency-on-flight/ Patricia Richardson says 'Home Improvement' ended over Tim Allen pay gaphttps://www.usatoday.com/story/entertainment/tv/2024/05/26/home-improvement-patricia-richardson-tim-allen-pay-gap/73862064007/?tbref=hp Toyota Said to End Record IOC Deal After 2024 Olympics in Parishttps://www.businessinsider.com/paris-summer-olympics-toyota-top-sponsors-endorsement-contract-biggest-paralympics-2024-5 Nicki Minaj announces new date for postponed Co-op Live arena gighttps://uk.news.yahoo.com/nicki-minaj-announces-date-postponed-174925427.html?guccounter=1&guce_refe...2024-05-2821 minThings You Might Not Have HeardMike Tyson, Bill Walton, Rudy Giuliani & More - 5/28/2024Today's Sponsor: Fundrisehttp://thisistheconversationproject.com/fundrise Today's Rundown: Mike Tyson Suffers 'Medical Emergency' Two Months Before He's Due To Fight Jake Paulhttps://www.ketk.com/news/mike-tyson-suffers-medical-emergency-on-flight/ Patricia Richardson says 'Home Improvement' ended over Tim Allen pay gaphttps://www.usatoday.com/story/entertainment/tv/2024/05/26/home-improvement-patricia-richardson-tim-allen-pay-gap/73862064007/?tbref=hp Toyota Said to End Record IOC Deal After 2024 Olympics in Parishttps://www.businessinsider.com/paris-summer-olympics-toyota-top-sponsors-endorsement-contract-biggest-paralympics-2024-5 Nicki Minaj announces new date for postponed Co-op Live arena gighttps://uk.news.yahoo.com/nicki-minaj-announces-date-postponed-174925427.html?guccounter=1&guce_refe...2024-05-2821 min
Signal Cleveland: On AirCleveland water and sewer rates may be risingPublic Meetings Report for the week of May 6, 2024.
As the Cleveland Cavaliers learn what it’s like to make it to the second round of the NBA playoffs again, Cleveland Documenters keep learning how to make local government more accessible for you. Among other things, at last week’s Cleveland City Council Utilities Committee meeting they learned about proposed increases to Cleveland water and sewer rates, a lease renewal for a Collinwood Cleveland Public Power facility, and that the Cleveland Department of Public Utilities is “significantly behind” on replacing sewer pipes. Gt the details in 5 minutes on this wee...2024-05-0805 min
ART IS CHANGE: Tactics and Tools for Activist Artists and Cultural OrganizersHow are Artist Activists and Organizers Creating a Better World Together? RepriseCan the right song, painting, or museum exhibit spark real political change? What if culture is the missing strategy in today’s social movements?From the Center for the Study of Art & Community, this is Change the Story / Change the World: A chronicle of art and social change, where activist artists and cultural organizers share and learn what they need to thrive as creative change agents. My name is Bill Cleveland.If you’ve ever felt like your efforts for justice aren’t hitting deep enough, it might be because the culture hasn’t caught up with...2024-05-0859 min
Late to Grid - Grassroots RacingMark Nolan - Cleveland's Car Guy Is Going RacingSend us a textIf you live in Cleveland, Ohio you know Mark Nolan. He's been on air for 35 years and always has a smile. Plus, he's a car guy who is going racing.He just sold his Tex Powell build Oldsmobile GT car so that he could focus on getting more seat team, work towards his SCCA competition license, and go racing.Mark talks about balancing everything in life and making decisions to support that.Connect with Mark:FacebookInstagramFind previous episodes of th...2024-03-2533 min