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Michelle Khouri
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Marketing Leadership Podcast: Strategies From Wise D2C & B2B Marketers
The Rise of Audio Marketing in a Brand Lift Ecosystem with Michelle Khouri
Join Dots Oyebolu as he welcomes Michelle Khouri, CEO and Founder of FRQNCY Media and Recordical, to dive into audio marketing and its impact on brand lift. Michelle brings her extensive experience in sound and marketing to explore how brands can leverage audio for deeper engagement.Key Takeaways:(01:25) Michelle's journey from a sound enthusiast to leading a podcast production company for major brands.(02:55) The inception of Recordical as a unique membership platform for audio creators.(04:20) The significance of authenticity in audio content and its intimate...
2024-04-01
46 min
Fuck IT ALL™ feat. I AM Radio
Be as Big as You Are with Michelle Khouri
Settle in and get ready to enjoy an intimate 1:1 with master storyteller and Queen of Audio herself - Michelle Khouri. Michelle’s work - from entrepreneur and trailblazer to fellow modern woman living in this moment in time - is to change the world through the power of sound.We recently heard, “When we change what power sounds like, we change who has it.” (Samara Bay, Permission to Speak) No one understands that better than Michelle, and it’s why she became one of our very first calls when we started the FIA Podcast 3 years ag...
2023-11-15
27 min
The Cultured Podcast
Beginnings and Endings, with The Cultured Crew
In its final episode, Michelle Khouri sits down with the women behind the scenes, the “OGs of the OG” of FRQNCY Media’s own The Cultured Podcast. Michelle reminisces with her team-turned-family about what Cultured has meant to them on their journeys in podcasting, with FRQNCY and with each other. Listen to this episode to hear the story of how Cultured changed Enna Garkusha’s, the show’s producer, whole life, including meeting her future husband, the kismet of how Becca Godwin came into her role as Associate Producer, and how the first emails between Jessica Olivier, FRQNCY’s lead content...
2021-02-03
40 min
The Cultured Podcast
Beginnings and Endings, with The Cultured Crew
In its final episode, Michelle Khouri sits down with the women behind the scenes, the “OGs of the OG” of FRQNCY Media’s own The Cultured Podcast. Michelle reminisces with her team-turned-family about what Cultured has meant to them on their journeys in podcasting, with FRQNCY and with each other. Listen to this episode to hear the story of how Cultured changed Enna Garkusha’s, the show’s producer, whole life, including meeting her future husband, the kismet of how Becca Godwin came into her role as Associate Producer, and how the first emails between Jessica Olivier, FRQNCY’s lead content stra...
2021-02-03
40 min
The Cultured Podcast
Illustration and Intentionality, with Kate Bingaman-Burt
An illustrator, educator and overall joyful person, Kate Bingaman-Burt approaches her artistic outlets with intention and commitment to community. Kate’s first project of drawing her own credit card statements everyday and coming up as an artist during the graphic design boom of the mid 2000s inspired her signature style, or her “confident wonk,” as she coins it. Her expressions of consumerism and her hand-drawn technique, a way to put the humanity back into art, continues to be the essence of her work. Listen to this episode to hear Kate’s philosophy on “good nervous,” teaching through the pandemic and being an...
2021-01-20
39 min
The Cultured Podcast
Illustration and Intentionality, with Kate Bingaman-Burt
An illustrator, educator and overall joyful person, Kate Bingaman-Burt approaches her artistic outlets with intention and commitment to community. Kate’s first project of drawing her own credit card statements everyday and coming up as an artist during the graphic design boom of the mid 2000s inspired her signature style, or her “confident wonk,” as she coins it. Her expressions of consumerism and her hand-drawn technique, a way to put the humanity back into art, continues to be the essence of her work. Listen to this episode to hear Kate’s philosophy on “good nervous,” teaching through the pandemic and being an act...
2021-01-20
39 min
The Cultured Podcast
Animating Records and Putting Your Spin on Art, with Drew Tetz
A true hyper-creative who knows no bounds, Drew Tetz is a trained graphic designer, a one-time professional Yoyoer, and now a widely celebrated vinyl record animator. Using his spin on the early motion picture tool, the phenakistoscope, Drew has even animated records for some of his musical heroes, like the band Bright Eyes. Listen to this episode to hear Drew “nerd out” and “shout out” to the creators and innovations throughout history that have inspired his work. Visit culturedpodcast.com for full transcripts of this episode and links to things mentioned.
2021-01-06
30 min
The Cultured Podcast
[Rewind] When Art & Hip-Hop Collide, With FRKO
We're rewinding back to April 2018 to revisit our episode with FRKO, who has since flexed on some major collaborations, like with Reebok and Redbull, and continues working with some of the biggest names in hip hop on album artwork. FRKO's sense of humor and knack for capturing the essence of life on the streets has landed him on the radars of some of the biggest names in hip-hop. In fact, FRKO has drawn multiple covers for Action Bronson, including the artwork for Mr. Wonderful, and the artwork for Gucci Mane's "All My Children." FRKO joins Michelle on The Cultured Podca...
2020-12-16
28 min
The Cultured Podcast
[Rewind] When Art & Hip-Hop Collide, With FRKO
We're rewinding back to April 2018 to revisit our episode with FRKO, who has since flexed on some major collaborations, like with Reebok and Redbull, and continues working with some of the biggest names in hip hop on album artwork. FRKO's sense of humor and knack for capturing the essence of life on the streets has landed him on the radars of some of the biggest names in hip-hop. In fact, FRKO has drawn multiple covers for Action Bronson, including the artwork for Mr. Wonderful, and the artwork for Gucci Mane's "All My Children." FRKO joins Michelle on The Cultured Podcast to di...
2020-12-16
28 min
The Cultured Podcast
[Rewind] Beading And Lakhota Artistry, With Collins Provost
We're rewinding back to October 2018 to revisit our episode with Collins Provost, who has since been expanding her artistry — spray painting and working on murals with her husband, and designing shirts for Thrive Unltd., which is meant to empower indigenous communities. Lakhota artist Collins Provost finds healing and self expression through her intricate and vibrant beadwork. Listen to this episode of The Cultured Podcast to uncover Collins’ deep-rooted journey as an artisan and how her Native American heritage both inspired and challenged her individual path.
2020-12-02
27 min
The Cultured Podcast
[Rewind] Over-The-Top Puppetry, With Raymond Carr
We're rewinding back to March 2018 to revisit our episode with Raymond Carr, who has since worked on a Disney+ show called Earth to Ned, made his own Afrofuturistic sci-fi adventure film called Joyriders, and worked on Space Jam 2. It’s hard to imagine anything more surreal than the stories Jim Henson Company-trained puppeteer Raymond Carr brings to this episode of The Cultured Podcast. Raised by Christian clowns, Raymond spent his childhood touring the country in a pink 18-foot trailer with his family. Raymond shares how his nontraditional upbringing inspired his career in puppetry, which has since led him to perfo...
2020-11-18
38 min
The Cultured Podcast
[Rewind] Performance Art, With Danielle Deadwyler
We're rewinding back to May 2018 to revisit our episode with Danielle Deadwyler, who has since been up to quite a lot, including landing a recurring role in HBO's Watchmen and writing, directing, and producing her own experimental short film, CHOR(E)S. Danielle is a multimedia artist who uses her body as her primary medium, including through on-screen and on-stage acting, dance and performance art. In her conversation with Michelle, Danielle discusses her method, process, and motivations. Danielle and Michelle discuss how the goal of Danielle's art—whether it be in a traditional acting role, an abstract performance, or li...
2020-11-04
33 min
The Cultured Podcast
[Rewind] Performance Art, With Danielle Deadwyler
We're rewinding back to May 2018 to revisit our episode with Danielle Deadwyler, who has since been up to quite a lot, including landing a recurring role in HBO's Watchmen and writing, directing, and producing her own experimental short film, CHOR(E)S. Danielle is a multimedia artist who uses her body as her primary medium, including through on-screen and on-stage acting, dance and performance art. In her conversation with Michelle, Danielle discusses her method, process, and motivations. Danielle and Michelle discuss how the goal of Danielle's art—whether it be in a traditional acting role, an abstract performance, or life it...
2020-11-04
33 min
The Cultured Podcast
Creating Your Own Color Theory, with Michelle Norris
From the moment Michelle Norris began picking her own outfits as a child, she knew she had an affinity for bold self-expression. Today, Michelle is celebrated in the photography world for her striking shapes, playful perspective and rich palettes. And when it comes to color play, no hue is off limits. Once told by an art teacher that she did not understand color, Michelle’s own personal color theory color has become the language her art speaks fluently. Listen to this episode to hear why Michelle advocates for ditching the little black dress and instead rocking a celebration of yo...
2020-10-21
30 min
The Cultured Podcast
Creating Your Own Color Theory, with Michelle Norris
From the moment Michelle Norris began picking her own outfits as a child, she knew she had an affinity for bold self-expression. Today, Michelle is celebrated in the photography world for her striking shapes, playful perspective and rich palettes. And when it comes to color play, no hue is off limits. Once told by an art teacher that she did not understand color, Michelle’s own personal color theory color has become the language her art speaks fluently. Listen to this episode to hear why Michelle advocates for ditching the little black dress and instead rocking a celebration of you. Vi...
2020-10-21
30 min
The Cultured Podcast
Expansive Art and Expansive Minds, with Daniel Popper
Daniel Popper is larger than life in the art world. Known for his large-scale public art installations, Daniel creates fantastical structures designed to invite spectators to interact directly with them. From music festival audiences having psychedelic experiences with his installations, to students perched under his piece at the Nelson Mandela School of Science and Technology, Daniel’s work has intrigued and inspired crowds worldwide. Listen to this episode to hear what Daniel claims is his most psychedelic experience in life so far. Visit culturedpodcast.com for full transcripts of this episode and links to things mentioned.
2020-10-07
25 min
The Cultured Podcast
Art as Connective Tissue To Science, with Amanda Phingbodhipakkiya
After studying neuroscience at Columbia and spending years researching in an Alzheimer’s lab, Amanda Phingbodhipakkiya felt compelled to tell the stories of science in a creative and impactful way. A multidisciplinary artist who describes her pieces as an explosion or color and joy, Amanda and her work are now globally celebrated for being creative connective tissue between the communities of science and art. And while her work is honored in museums, galleries, and prestigious publications, Amanda is using this unique time in history to focus on public art and awakening the next generation of badass women scientists. Listen to...
2020-09-23
34 min
On the Wavelength
Behind the Wavelength: When Purpose Aligns
When FRQNCY Founder & CEO Michelle Khouri first hired Jessica Olivier, now FRQNCY's Lead Content Strategist, for her company prior to FRQNCY, they set in motion a magnetic domino effect they could never imagine would lead them to where they are today. Over three years later, and two years after FRQNCY's founding, Michelle and Jessica reminisce about their most treasured moments along the way, and recognize just how powerful it is when a group of purpose-driven people join forces for a common mission.
2020-09-14
16 min
The Cultured Podcast
Textiles Spun into Otherworldly Portals, with Tammy Kanat
Tammy Kanat plays with color and imagination as she weaves magical portals through textile. Spontaneous by nature, this jewelry designer turned textile artist is a testament to following the evolution of your dreams. By embracing her unique weaving style and celebrating the imperfection of loose threads, Tammy’s work has hung in prestigious galleries, such as the National Gallery of Victoria. Listen to this episode to hear why Tammy gives the greenlight to cuddling her pieces. Visit culturedpodcast.com for full transcripts of this episode and links to things mentioned.
2020-09-09
31 min
Talking Too Loud with Chris Savage
Becoming Authentically Yourself with Michelle Khouri
Michelle Khouri is the CEO & founder of FRQNCY Media, host of The Cultured Podcast, and executive producer for Total Refresh, Raising the Torch, and several podcasts in development. Michelle has felt a deep connection to the world of sound since she was a toddler. She was a trained singer and musical theater performer before working in A&R for Interscope Records for a short stint. A decade-long career in marketing and communications unfolded before she founded FRQNCY Media, a first-of-its-kind company that seeks to make high-quality and intentional podcast production accessible to everyone. Since opening for business in 2018, FRQNCY...
2020-09-01
50 min
The Cultured Podcast
Buck Dancing, Fiddling, and the Whitewashing of Folk Traditions, with Hillary Klug
After a difficult childhood, Hillary Klug knew her ambition would be the key to building a new life for herself. When faced with the decision of pursuing buck dancing, fiddling, or singing, she chose to take on all three. Simultaneously. With the guidance of her beloved mentor and the support of her massive YouTube following, Hillary’s multi-faceted performance style has skyrocketed from its Tennessee roots to become a global sensation. And as the Black Lives Matter movement sends ripples throughout 2020, Hillary has committed to uncovering and sharing the hushed African history of the Appalachian art forms she practices wi...
2020-08-26
34 min
The Cultured Podcast
When Tension Meets Tradition, with Lino Lago
In Lino Lago’s "fake abstract" paintings, classical portraiture peeks out from under blankets of modern hues, showcasing what happens when the traditional crashes into contemporary. In this episode of The Cultured Podcast, Lino calls Michelle from Spain to share the methodology behind his work. With translation help from his son, Nojus, a conversation spanning languages, eras, and epochs takes place, unpacking the power of both tradition and revolution. Listen to this episode to witness the theme of tension move from art on canvas to the perspectives offered within this very conversation. Visit culturedpodcast.com for full transcripts of this...
2020-08-12
31 min
The Cultured Podcast
Martial Movement & Feminine Power, with Wu Woman
Born three years before the collapse of the Soviet Union, Svitlana Zavialova ("Wu Woman") grew up knowing what it was like to not have water and how to do homework by candlelight. In these dark formative years, Svitlana decided she had two choices: exit the earthly plane or take full blown action toward her dreams, dreams that turned reality when she became a world champion Wushu artist. Now, Svitlana performs martial movement, an art designed for combat, to express the multiplicity of human emotion. Listen to this episode of The Cultured Podcast to hear how Svitlana founded a new...
2020-07-29
33 min
The Cultured Podcast
Certainty in Uncertain Times and Building New Worlds, with Jean-Pierre Roy
While Jean-Pierre Roy has been hunkered down in his Brooklyn studio creating hyper realistic world-altering paintings for years, this practice feels different during the time of COVID-19. Without access to museums, galleries, or even the NYC subway, Jean-Pierre paints the connective tissue in his paintings from the world before to the unprecedented time today. As an artist who toys with the concept of uncertainty, Jean-Pierre’s work is more poignant than ever. Listen to this episode of The Cultured Podcast to hear how watching the Empire Strikes Back on VHS influenced Jean-Pierre’s world-building fantasies. Visit culturedpodcast.com for full...
2020-07-15
28 min
The Cultured Podcast
Beautiful Bodies and a Celebration of Skin, with Elisa Valenti
In 2018, Elisa Valenti was a Pharmacy Director treating patients' skin with ointments and elixirs. Today, Elisa is a contemporary figurative artist who considers her work to be the medicine she provides to healing bodies. Exploding in the art scene, her fresh perspective is reshaping the way we perceive and celebrate women’s forms. Listen to this episode of The Cultured Podcast to hear how Elisa found her artistic muse in an old photo she used to hate. Visit culturedpodcast.com for full transcripts of this episode and links to things mentioned.
2020-07-01
34 min
The Cultured Podcast
Alignment and Art (at Any Age), with Lisa Congdon
At 39 years old, Lisa Congdon embarked on an art career that would quickly transform her into a pillar within the art community. And while her art began as a way to navigate a dark period in her life, today, her vibrant and heart-centered illustrations are celebrated worldwide because of their ability to inspire and bring people together. Listen to this episode of The Cultured Podcast to hear why Lisa ultimately thanks her brother for her pivot from a career in education to a career as a full-time artist. Visit culturedpodcast.com for full transcripts of this episode and links to...
2020-06-17
32 min
The Cultured Podcast
In Honor of Black Lives #PodcastBlackout
In lieu of a new episode this week, we are joining @cult45podcast in their call for a #podcastblackout. We stand AGAINST racism, legalized slavery, white supremacy, and police brutality. We stand against the violent, unapologetic, unpunished murder of black lives. We stand with our black family. #blacklivesmatterA message from Cultured host Michelle Khouri:Fuck legalized slavery. Fuck systemic racism. Fuck patriarchal capitalism. Fuck white supremacy.USE YOUR SUPERPOWERS, NON-BLACK FOLK. WE AREN'T ALL MEANT FOR THE FRONT LINES. SOME OF US ARE MEANT TO CHANGE SYSTEMS FROM THE INSIDE. SOME OF US...
2020-06-01
11 min
The Cultured Podcast
When Classic Inspiration Meets Surrealist Vision, with Okuda San Miguel
For Okuda San Miguel, his art is his church. And a church is just another canvas--literally. Okuda uses geometric shapes and vibrant colors to bring new life to forgotten buildings and overlooked walls all across the world, often splashing in references to classical art or figures from his own life. Listen to this episode of The Cultured Podcast to hear what famous painting Okuda regularly visits and how he continues to draw inspiration from this piece in his work. Visit culturedpodcast.com for full transcripts of this episode and links to things mentioned.
2020-05-20
30 min
The Cultured Podcast
The Architecture of Lines and Letting Go, with Tracie Cheng
Tracie Cheng’s paintings blend abstract with figurative, structure with freedom. Her sweeping line work means something different to every viewer, taking on the role of architectural Rorschach blotches. For Tracie, those lines offer a release from the constraints of perfectionism and into the free flow of pure expression. Listen to this episode of The Cultured Podcast to learn about Tracie’s process and hear how this former architect ultimately found purpose and peace in painting. Visit culturedpodcast.com for full transcripts of this episode and links to things mentioned.
2020-05-06
34 min
The Cultured Podcast
The Power of Letters, Words, and Positivity, with Rylsee
When others see letters and words, artist Rylsee sees a puzzle to play. From the structure of the letters and the hierarchy of the words, to the composition of his illustrative translation, Rylsee finds meaning in every nook and cranny of the world around him. But more than just meaning, he finds a sense of optimism and hope. Listen to this episode of The Cultured Podcast to get a peek into Rylsee’s process and learn how one unfortunate ink spill inspired the future vision for his art. Visit culturedpodcast.com for full transcripts of this episode and links to t...
2020-04-22
35 min
The Cultured Podcast
Textile Art and the Beauty of Flow, with Victoria Villasana
The yarn on Victoria Villasana’s bold textile art isn’t the only thing flowing on this episode of The Cultured Podcast. From her creative process to her thoughts on success, Victoria allows flow to guide her path as an artist. And now she has flowed to the top of the art scene with her multidimensional work that is both uniquely playful and purposeful in its intention. Listen to this episode of The Cultured Podcast to learn how the story of one bad day turned into artwork that now hangs in galleries, in the homes of celebrities, and on the...
2020-04-08
26 min
The Cultured Podcast
Scaling Your Art, a Reboot With Brian Clowdus
Brian Clowdus made his debut appearance on the second episode of The Cultured Podcast and now, 58 episodes later, he’s returned with major professional updates and personal inspirations. After a year of wildfire success, Brian is now producing site-specific immersive theatre nationwide, transforming communities into living, breathing art experiences. Listen to this reboot episode of The Cultured Podcast to hear what Brian has been up to since his first appearance on Cultured and learn how one production of Mamma Mia changed his course forever. Visit culturedpodcast.com for full transcripts of this episode and links to things mentioned.
2020-03-25
38 min
The Cultured Podcast
The Art of Perception, with Michael Murphy
While Michael Murphy’s art may play tricks on your eyes, you will remain clear on one thing: his work creates a visual experience unlike any other. As a young boy in Ohio, Michael was obsessed with making his own toys. Now, a celebrated perceptual artist, Michael continues that dream. Listen to this episode of The Cultured Podcast, recorded in Michael’s studio in East Williamsburg, to hear how one of his installations was championed by two opposing political groups, and how this particular piece may have been viewed over 200 million times, yet was missing something crucial. Visit culturedpodcast.com f...
2020-03-11
32 min
The Cultured Podcast
Art and Accessibility, With Barry Lee
Famed Atlanta hypercreative Barry Lee suggests that the beauty of art and self-expression is that the work of another queer artist with a disability will tell a completely different story than theirs. A painter, muralist, writer, illustrator, public speaker, and educator, Barry Lee creates art that is intentionally accessible to everyone. And they prove accessible doesn’t equate to simple, as their work takes on complex meanings that hint to his own personal struggles. Listen to this episode of The Cultured Podcast to learn the secret dark side of their bright and friendly public mural on the Atlanta Beltline. Vi...
2020-02-26
23 min
The Cultured Podcast
Puppets, Parades and Processions, With Sophia Michahelles and Alex Kahn
You can’t rain on Sophia Michahelles and Alex Kahn’s parade because, well, they are the parade. As the Co-Creative Directors of PAW (Processional Arts Workshop), Alex and Sophia have traveled the world studying processional arts and the profound effect parades and pageant puppetry have on local culture and community spirit. Now, they apply their depth of knowledge and artistic vision to large-scale and site-specific parades like the New York Village Halloween Parade. Listen to this episode of The Cultured Podcast to learn which U.S. president was spotted happily admiring one of their puppets at the White Hous...
2020-02-12
29 min
Support is Sexy
715: FRQNCY Founder Michelle Khouri On Building Her Podcast Production Company and Healing Through Sound
In the first episode in my Where is She Now? series on the Support is Sexy podcast, we bring back our very first repeat guest: Michelle Khouri, founder and CEO of FRQNCY Media — a podcasting production studio and company based in Atlanta, Georgia. Michelle announced the upcoming launch of FRQNCY during her first interview on episode 544 in September 2018, and on this episode we talk about where her business is today, what she has learned and what’s next! On this episode, Michelle discussed: Prioritizing your revenue plan from the start of your business. The importance...
2020-01-30
55 min
The Cultured Podcast
Contortions on Canvas, With Jillian Evelyn
The experience of the modern woman, or a woman of any era for that matter, is anything but comfortable. Jillian Evelyn fits that warped experience onto canvas with her paintings of contorted female figures. By marrying the sensation of stretching oneself to society’s expectations with her own personal experiences, Jillian creates beautifully bold paintings that stir reflection through personal discomfort. Listen to this episode of The Cultured Podcast to learn how Jillian’s previous career in shoe design still finds its way into her work. Visit culturedpodcast.com for full transcripts of this episode and links to things mentio...
2020-01-29
26 min
The Cultured Podcast
Hyperrealism from a Hypercreative, With Jeremy Biggers
When it comes to Jeremy Biggers’ work, expect no lip service. But do expect lips. Robust, realistic, and, sometimes, unsettling lips. These mouthy paintings have become iconic in Dallas, Texas. And as the city’s official "Hardest Working Multi-Hyphenate," Jeremy’s expression extends beyond paintbrushes and into every medium he can get his creative hands on. Through his brand Stem & Thorn, Jeremy explores themes of personal identity and race through his unique style of portraiture, as well as photography and cinematography. Listen to this episode of The Cultured Podcast to find out what medium Jeremy plans to tackle next as his...
2020-01-15
24 min
The Cultured Podcast
Phases of the Watercolor Moon, With Jessica Mullis
Jessica Mullis’ art has taught her the skill of going with the flow...the watercolor flow, that is. At one time, Jessica considered herself strictly a graphic designer. But after a few chats with spiritual healers and quality time with a watercolor set, she witnessed the layers of her own artistry emerge...in the form of otherworldly moonscapes. Listen to this episode of The Cultured Podcast to find out where Jessica’s art is headed next and how she recently used it to help heal her community of Dayton, Ohio, in a time of tragedy. Visit culturedpodcast.com for full t...
2020-01-01
27 min
The Cultured Podcast
Singing, Songwriting & Self Expression, With Adelaide
Creativity runs strong in Adelaide’s gene pool. Raised by a family of musicians and artists, it comes as no surprise that Adelaide’s paintings often emerge alongside the creation of her music. In her newly released EP, Clementine Season, Adelaide (AKA "Lady Clementine") explores the many ways we experience love. Her innate musical ability paired with her longtime passion for poetry birthed this folksy, lyrical, and vulnerable first album. Listen to this episode of The Cultured Podcast to discover how Adelaide went from an International Affairs student to a singer, songwriter and visual artist. You might even get an e...
2019-12-18
22 min
The Cultured Podcast
Large-Scale Public Art, With Sanithna Phansavanh
The act of openly creating large-scale murals in public is a surprisingly intimate experience for artist Sanithna Phansavanh. Splashing life into Atlanta’s city walls, Sanithna’s work stirs community conversations while paying homage to philosophical themes, identity, scale and even the power of feminine energy. Listen to this episode of The Cultured Podcast to discover why Sanintha enjoys stepping back and seeing his art come to life from a couple of blocks away. Visit culturedpodcast.com for full transcripts of this episode and links to things mentioned.
2019-12-04
21 min
On the Wavelength
Meet the Fam: Michelle Khouri, CEO & Founder
Michelle Khouri is the CEO & founder of FRQNCY Media, host of The Cultured Podcast, and executive producer for Total Refresh, Raising the Torch, and several podcasts in development. Michelle has felt a deep connection to the world of sound since she was a toddler. She was a trained singer and musical theater performer before working in A&R for Interscope Records for a short stint. A decade-long career in marketing and communications unfolded before she founded FRQNCY Media, a first-of-its-kind company that seeks to democratize high-quality and intentional podcast production. Since opening for business in 2018, FRQNCY has worked with Coca-Cola...
2019-11-26
00 min
The Cultured Podcast
Sculpting Metal, With Corrina Sephora
Corrina Sephora is more than a celebrated metal sculptor, she is a connector. Her art connects the cosmos to the ocean, the concept of transformation with permanence, and even her own energy with that of her now deceased mother. Listen to this episode of The Cultured Podcast as Corrina connects the dots from a childhood living off the land with her father to a thriving career in art. Visit culturedpodcast.com for full transcripts of this episode and links to things mentioned.
2019-11-20
22 min
The Cultured Podcast
Set Designing for Theatre, With Adam Koch
Adam Koch does more than design beautiful sets, he builds one-of-a-kind theatrical experiences that immerse wide-eyed audiences into other worlds. Listen to this episode of The Cultured Podcast to hear how Adam fuses his imagination and artistic talent to transform otherwise empty spaces – including rivers and fields – into large-scale theatrical masterpieces. Visit culturedpodcast.com for full transcripts of this episode and links to things mentioned.
2019-11-06
25 min
The Cultured Podcast
Cookies as Canvas & Cakes as Sculpture, With Molly Brodak
Molly Brodak takes her artistic talent into the kitchen with intricately designed baked goods that appear almost too beautiful to eat...but don't dare tell her that. Listen to this episode of The Cultured Podcast to learn how this bank robber’s daughter endured a childhood unlike any other and forged herself a creative path filled with poetry, visual art, cookies and cakes. Visit culturedpodcast.com for full transcripts of this episode and links to things mentioned.
2019-10-23
28 min
The Cultured Podcast
Handmade Event Installations, With Allie Bashuk
We visit Allie Bashuk at her vibrant home in East Atlanta, Georgia. While sitting at her kitchen table, Allie and Michelle explore what it means to be a community builder (as the co-founder of Dream Warriors), creative connector (as the director of Goat Farm Arts Center), and installation designer. Allie dives deep into how she turns spaces into works of art through Brutal Studio, which she runs with artist Sara Santamaria. www.alliebashuk.com
2018-11-11
28 min
The Cultured Podcast
Beading And Lakhota Artistry, With Collins Provost
Lakhota artist Collins Provost finds healing and self expression through her intricate and vibrant beadwork. Listen to this episode of The Cultured Podcast to uncover Collins' deep-rooted journey as an artisan and how her Native American heritage both inspired and challenged her individual path.
2018-10-28
26 min
The Cultured Podcast
On Being A Character Actor, With Matty Cardarople
What does it mean to be a character actor? Learn from one of the best in the biz - Matty Cardarople, who's carved out a niche for himself as Hollywood's go-to clerk. Catch him on Stranger Things, Jurassic World, Lemony Snicket's A Series of Unfortunate Events, and a laundry list of other hits. On this episode of The Cultured Podcast, Matty talks about his love for poetry (including his chapbook "Space Cadet"), his focus on kindness, and his vision for moving beyond supporting roles.
2018-10-14
30 min
The Cultured Podcast
Wedding Dresses As Sculpture, With Elyse Defoor
Elyse Defoor is a talented Atlanta-based artist who wears her heart on her canvases. She has painted with oil enamel, drawn with charcoal, sculpted with black aluminum, collected textiles, and worked in many other mediums. Her work focuses on intimacy and the rawness of human relationships. She hopes to heal herself and others through her work, and certainly, she seems to be accomplishing just that. Get ready to dig deep into your feelings on this episode of The Cultured Podcast.
2018-09-16
36 min
Support is Sexy
How You Can Use Podcasts to Grow Your Business with Tips from Entrepreneur and Podcaster Michelle Khouri
On this episode of the Support is Sexy podcast Michelle Khouri -- owner of Creative Powerhouse and host of The Cultured Podcast -- talks about the power of podcasting for your business, the sometimes foggy journey of entrepreneurship and how to let go of your ego as an entrepreneur and be in service of your vision. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2018-09-10
1h 03
The Cultured Podcast
Modern Interior & Product Design, With Leonidas Trampoukis
Leonidas Trampoukis turns spaces into living sculptures. Michelle Khouri visits this architect and interior designer at the new Brooklyn studios for LOT, the design firm that he co-owns with his wife, Eleni Petaloti, to get an inside look at what it takes to design a space that looks as good as it feels.
2018-09-02
33 min
The Cultured Podcast
Landing High-Profile Film & TV Roles, With Alyshia Ochse
The Cultured Podcast is back from summer break, and there's no one better to immerse us back into our world of arts and culture than actor, filmmaker, author and host of the That One Audition podcast Alyshia Ochse. Alyshia is best known as “Lucy" opposite Matthew McConaughey from the Golden Globe-nominated HBO series True Detective. Currently, Alyshia is recurring on the CW show Life Sentence, USA show The Purge and HBO series Ballers.
2018-08-26
34 min
The Cultured Podcast
Performance Art, With Danielle Deadwyler
Danielle Deadwyler is a multimedia artist who uses her body as her primary medium, including through on-screen and on-stage acting, dance and performance art. In her conversation with Michelle, Danielle discusses her method, process, and motivations. Danielle and Michelle discuss how the goal of Danielle's art—whether it be in a traditional acting role, an abstract performance, or life itself—is to explore the chaos of life and how we can flow freely within it.
2018-05-27
31 min
The Cultured Podcast
Wild Photo Mashups, With Paul Fuentes
Mexico City-based Paul Fuentes takes graphic design in a unique direction with his pastel-drenched photo mashups. Paul’s delightfully surreal pop art creations will make you do a double take. His designs are optical illusions that seamlessly blend otherwise unrelated subjects into one perfectly absurd image. Paul is an artist whose inspiration is fueled by joy, and he cultivates both by moving through the world with open eyes and an open heart.
2018-05-20
23 min
The Cultured Podcast
Toy Art & 3D Sculpture, With Travers Cooke
Toy sculptor and connoisseur Travers Cooke gives The Cultured Crew an inside look at the world of toy art and its many subcultures. During his conversation with Michelle, Travers explains how his love of science fiction cinema and 80s pop culture inspire the custom toys he designs. He walks us through the process of creating art toys, whether through digital sculpting or by using traditional materials like casts, molds, oil-based clays, and waxes.
2018-05-13
27 min
The Cultured Podcast
Massive Cardboard Sculpture, With Laurence Vallières
Montréal-based artist Laurence Vallières is right at home in the three-dimensional world. Armed with cardboard, wood, hot glue and a little varnish, Laurence reanimates discarded materials into massive gorillas, elephants, geckos, and other creatures. Laurence and Michelle discuss her transition from waitress to full-time artist, and the leap of faith it required. Laurence walks us through her technique and the key role mathematics plays, while Michelle explores her talent for creating movement in her wor
2018-05-06
33 min
The Cultured Podcast
Freestyle Rap, With Vincent Van Pro
While he may have “stuttered” his initial freestyles years ago, lifelong word aficionado Vincent Van Pro now spits rhymes with the best of them. Michelle and Vincent discuss the importance momentum plays in freestyling, how he recovers after a blunder, and the key difference between freestyle and traditional rapping.
2018-04-29
22 min
The Cultured Podcast
Blackout Poetry, With John Carroll
Blackout poet John Carroll joins us on The Cultured Podcast to chat about the art of redaction. What John describes as “part word search, part art project” began as a writing experiment during a dark chapter of his life. His blackout journey started as an anonymous experiment veiled by the name Make Blackout Poetry. That experiment has now catapulted John to the forefront of a movement.
2018-04-22
31 min
The Cultured Podcast
TV Writing & Producing, With Felicia Henderson
A prolific TV creator, writer and producer, Felicia Henderson is responsible for some of the most iconic small-screen characters of the last few decades. She joins Michelle on The Cultured Podcast to detail her legendary career and reveal the common thread that knits her wildly diverse shows together. She and Michelle explore Felicia’s propensity for writing familial relationships and how she creates a range of characters, from fantastical to realistic.
2018-04-15
29 min
The Cultured Podcast
Paper Quilling, With Alia Bright
Michelle is joined by paper artist and typographer Alia Bright to dig into a longstanding art form that remains unfamiliar to many people today. Alia is a proficient graphic designer, but it wasn’t until she discovered the art of paper quilling that she uncovered her voice as an artist. Armed with scissors, tweezers and patience, Alia transforms paper strips into pop-culture characters, abstract geometry, and stunning typography. She strikes a poised balance between play and precision in all of her work.
2018-04-08
27 min
The Cultured Podcast
When Art & Hip-Hop Collide, With FRKO
FRKO's sense of humor and knack for capturing the essence of life on the streets has landed him on the radars of some of the biggest names in hip-hop. In fact, FRKO has drawn multiple covers for Action Bronson, including the artwork for Mr. Wonderful, and the artwork for Gucci Mane's "All My Children." FRKO joins Michelle on The Cultured Podcast to discuss his earliest influences and how the streets of Atlanta shapes his art.
2018-04-01
27 min
The Cultured Podcast
Directing Donald Glover’s “Atlanta,” With Hiro Murai
Sweeping award shows and racking up critical acclaim, FX’s "Atlanta" is a masterpiece in tone. One of the masterminds behind its success is the show’s director and co-executive producer, Hiro Murai. Hiro joins Michelle to break down his role on Atlanta and how he came to join forces with the show’s creator Donald Glover. He highlights his career directing music videos and explains how his aesthetic in that genre translates to this narrative series.
2018-03-25
20 min
The Cultured Podcast
The Cultured Breakdown: Defining “Contemporary” Arts
On this bite-sized Breakdown, Michelle delves into what the word “contemporary” means in the worlds of visual arts and dance. She uncovers the origins of the contemporary spirit and how its unrestrained form breaks from tradition, both on the canvas and through the body. Her spotlight on this genre gives texture and background to the work of previous Cultured guests Juel D. Lane, the contemporary dancer featured in Episode 13, and Tami Katz-Freiman, the contemporary art curator featured in Episode 14.
2018-03-18
16 min
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Turning Canvas Into Cosmos, With Hannah Pearman
Artists like Hannah Pearman prove that a canvas can hold much more than just paint. By using fluid (or watered-down) acrylic paints, Hannah brings to life the majestic blue and green hues that found in the rich ecosystems of her native country, New Zealand. Her abstract creations honor the enormity of our surroundings, from the cosmos to our planet’s deep seas (which she refers to as an Earth-bound cosmos).
2018-03-11
29 min
The Cultured Podcast
Over-The-Top Puppetry, With Raymond Carr
It’s hard to imagine anything more surreal than the stories Jim Henson Company-trained puppeteer Raymond Carr brings to this episode of The Cultured Podcast. Raised by Christian clowns, Raymond spent his childhood touring the country in a pink 18-foot trailer with his family. Raymond shares how his nontraditional upbringing inspired his career in puppetry, which has since led him to perform everywhere from Madison Square Garden to Iceland.
2018-03-04
36 min
The Cultured Podcast
Managing On-Stage Actors & Productions, With Emma McVey
The magic of the theatre is in its power to suspend an audience’s disbelief ad whisk them away to foreign places in an imaginary world. That imaginary world rests heavily on the shoulders of the stage manager. Freelance stage manager Emma McVey drops by The Cultured Podcast to chat with Michelle and shed light on the talents this essential position requires. Emma explains how every purposeful component of a live production is tracked by the stage manager.
2018-02-25
32 min
Bosses & Booze
BB 206: Gin & Tonic with Michelle Khouri
<p>Join Meghan Maydel as she sips on white wine and chats with guest Michelle Khouri who’s sipping on Gin & Tonic. First things first. Meghan would love you for forever if you would leave a review (which you can totally do now from your apple podcast app)! It’s how other badasses like yourself find us 🙂 SHOW NOTES/SHIT […]</p> <p>The post <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.meghanmaydel.com/bb-206-gin-tonic-with-michelle-khouri/">BB 206: Gin & Tonic with Michelle Khouri</a> appeared first on <a rel=&qu...
2018-02-23
00 min
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Thriving as Independent Recording Artists, With The Spacesuit Junkies
Michelle chats with Plex Boogie and Stevie Zenith of The Spacesuit Junkies about their journey as independent recording artists. From the origins of their duo to their entrepreneurial vision, these two performers break down the commitment and determination it takes to flourish independently. Michelle shares her own experience of trading a corporate career for a more fulfilling, autonomous business and this leads to a conversation on defying the myth of the starving artist.
2018-02-18
47 min
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Lighting Design for the Stage, With Connor McVey
A symphony of moving parts must cooperate to bring a theatrical production to life. One critical element has the tricky job of uniting those varied aspects into one cohesive experience: lighting. Lighting designer Connor McVey brings his expertise to The Cultured Podcast where he and Michelle break down the fundamentals of lighting design and the unique way it interprets the script.
2018-02-11
36 min
Hot Breath! Podcast: Your Weekly Guide to Comedy Mastery
#117 - "How to Overcome Creativity Blocks with Michelle Khouri"
Michelle Khouri is a creative dynamo sharing her expertise on everything from writing to brand strategy and public speaking. Take notes! This is one of our most information packed episodes yet. Enjoy and share! Michelle's Website: http://www.michellekhouri.com/ Click below to support the podcast: https://www.patreon.com/HotBreathPod Joel's Website: http://www.JoelByarsComedy.com/ Link to Joel's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/JoelByarsComedy Join the Joel Byars E-mail List: http://eepurl.com/bRcmHr
2018-02-05
57 min
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Transforming Cities Through Public Art, With Monica Campana
While most people look past city walls as everyday structures, Monica Campana recognizes them as canvases bursting with potential. As the executive director of nonprofit arts organization Living Walls, Monica spend much of her time jumping through bureaucratic hoops in order to transform once anonymous public spaces into intimate displays of community expression. Michelle and Monica explore the history and purpose of street art while digging into the political and emotional roots behind the genre.
2018-02-04
31 min
The Cultured Podcast
Building a Career in Stand-up Comedy, With Joel Byars
A seasoned stand-up performer, comedy teacher, podcast host, and writer, Joel Byars chats with Michelle about his passion for comedy and the path he’s taken to pursue it full-time. We get insight from their conversation about the power of social accountability and the tools Byars utilizes to sustain his creative output. They also dive into the fear element often associated with performing stand-up.
2018-01-28
32 min
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Healing Homeless Youth With Art, With Malika Whitley
Once a homeless youth, Malika Whitley now applies that painful experience to generating artistic opportunities for homeless teens across the globe. Through her nonprofit ChopArt, Malika shines a light on a population that's often "invisible," giving them opportunities to express themselves in a safe environment.
2018-01-21
35 min
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The Many Faces of a One-Person Show, With Taylor M. Dooley
Episode 23's guest is actress Taylor M. Dooley, who recently starred in the one-woman show "Throw Me on the Burnpile and Light Me Up," a heart-wrenching and hilarious play written by Lucy Alibar. Throughout the two-act play, Taylor embodies 10-plus characters. She clues us into the painstaking process of developing each character through backstory and movement processes. Taylor then opens up about what it was like to play a character whose father died while her own father was passing away in real life.
2018-01-14
44 min
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Photo Manipulation, With Bhargava Chiluveru
Michelle welcomes photographer, digital media maven and man with many hats Bhargava Chiluveru. Bhargava and his wife Anu own Chil Media and Fourofour.co, which are bastions of stylish branding and artistic expression. Throughout the Cultured conversation, Bharagava shares how Adobe Photoshop lit the match that set his creativity on fire, and how he got the idea to turn Atlanta into a post-apocalyptic alien universe in his latest photo manipulation series.
2018-01-07
30 min
The Cultured Podcast
Animating Adult Cartoons, With Peter Gulsvig
Meet illustrator and animator Peter Gulsvig. Pete has worked on FX’s Archer, Adult Swim, PBS Kids, and more. In fact, his own animated series, Tammy’s Tiny Tea Time, was accepted into the Sundance Film Festival in December 2017! In this episode, Pete and Michelle discuss winding journey that led him to animation, what it takes to break into the industry, how to deal with the ebbs and flows of freelancing, and the pitfalls of perfectionism.
2017-12-31
33 min
The Cultured Podcast
Self-Discovery Through Poetry, With Jenny Sadre-Orafai
On Episode 20 of The Cultured Podcast, Michelle welcomes Jenny Sadre-Orafai to the show. Jenny is an acclaimed poet and a professor at Kennesaw State University. Her newest book of poetry, Malak, is as much about her grandmother, the book’s namesake and a mystic who read people’s futures in coffee grounds, as much as it is about Jenny’s own experiences with metaphysical miracles. Jenny shares how poetry gave way to a lifelong journey of self-discovery, awareness, and putting complex emotions into word
2017-12-24
23 min
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Improv Theater & Voice Acting on "Archer", With Amber Nash
Michelle welcomes the gregarious and talented Amber Nash to The Cultured Podcast. While you may not recognize Amber’s face, you will surely recognize her voice! She is the voice actress for Pam Poovey on FXX’s Archer, a massive hit animated series that’s already on its ninth season. Amber shares how a chance evening of improv made her choose a career as an actor. Listen to the full episode to hear Pam Poovey’s outrageous guest appearance!
2017-12-17
29 min
The Creative Empire™ Podcast
Episode 159: Finding the Story Behind Your Business, with Michelle Khouri - the Creative Empire podcast
Joining Reina and Christina today is Michelle Khori. Michelle is an arts and culture writer and the host of The Cultured Podcast. From the beginning the trio dive right in to chatting about Michelle's business and how she started her podcast. She shares tips on how to write your own bio and reflects on how bullying has impacted her and her business. Michelle shares about her consulting business, plus lots of helpful tips for new business owners. Main Takeaways:How she helps people tease out their stories [0:04:44]What her tip is for helping you write a...
2017-12-11
45 min
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Spreading Joy With Wearable Technology, With ATLTVHEAD
Atlantans may know about Nate Damen—he’s the guy walking around the city with a glowing 1969 RCA TV on his head. Nate, better known as ATLTVHEAD, joins Michelle for a Cultured chat about performance art, wearable technology, and whether Nate is on the good or bad side of a robot invasion. Nate opens up about how feelings of loneliness paired with creative ingenuity to bring his charming, lovable alter ego to life.
2017-12-10
30 min
The Cultured Podcast
On Tour With Broadway, With Adrianna Hicks
Join Michelle as she heads to Broadway for a chat with actress and singer Adrianna Hicks, who is playing Celie in Broadway’s North American tour of The Color Purple. Michelle and Adrianna dissect the differences between starring in musicals and stage plays, leading to a fascinating look at the head-to-toe and mind-to-body dedication to takes to be a stage actor of any kind.
2017-12-03
30 min
The Cultured Podcast
Storytelling in the American South, With Doc Lawrence
Master storyteller Doc Lawrence joins Michelle on The Cultured Podcast for a discussion on the Southern tradition of storytelling in the U.S. And boy, does he have some stories up his sleeve. Doc reveals that the best way to tell a story is not to sit in a room and put pen to paper, but rather to listen intently to those around you. Everyone has a story and if you listen with empathy and open ears, you are one step away from capturing the true essence of their story.
2017-11-26
32 min
The Cultured Podcast
Double Exposure Photography, With Matthew Terrell
Venture inside the mind of Matthew Terrell, who uses a 1979 Pentax K1000 to capture ethereal images of intimacy, nature and self-expression through 35 mm double exposure.
2017-11-19
31 min
The Cultured Podcast
Curating for the Venice Bienniale, With Tami Katz-Freiman
On Episode 14 of The Cultured Podcast, Tami Katz-Freiman is Michelle’s Sherpa into the world of contemporary art curation. Tami recently curated Gal Weinstein’s site-specific installation Sun Stand Still, which represented Israel at the world-renowned Venice Biennale. Tami explains that her job as a curator is to translate or mediate artworks. This is no easy job, and one that includes writing, fundraising, public speaking, and many other responsibilities.
2017-11-12
28 min
As Told By Nomads
304: Storytelling As A Renaissance Woman In The Multicultural Age With Michelle Khouri
Today's interview is with Michelle Khouri. Michelle is a natural-born storyteller with a keen eye and inquisitive spirit. A lengthy career in communications gifted her with a mind for strategy and project management. Michelle is a PR veteran and magazine editor whose multidisciplinary communications experience includes planning complex, large-scale events, art directing photo shoots, hosting travel videos, leading media outreach campaigns, and creating thousands of pieces of content. A longtime writer, Michelle is passionate about uncovering hidden stories about the arts, culture and society.We discuss her thoughts on:Identity and how she found hersWhat...
2017-11-06
33 min
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Modern Choreography, With Juel D. Lane
Michelle chats with modern choreographer, dancer, teacher and filmmaker Juel D. Lane. Together, they dig at the roots of what it takes to create choreography that sparks dialogue while making hearts flutter. Whether he’s paying homage to an old-school Atlanta dance called “yeek” or giving a voice to the LGBTQIA community, Juel’s creative vision offers an extraordinary glimpse into the mind of an artist whose preferred tool is the human body.
2017-11-05
23 min
Advance Your Art: From Artist to Creative Entrepreneur
E63 – Speak Your Truth with Michelle Khouri
MEET MICHELLE KHOURIMichelle Khouri is an arts and culture writer and the host of The Cultured Podcast, a weekly show that unearths intriguing perspectives in art, theatre, travel, design, and literature while digging at the roots of what inspires us. Aside from her work as a storyteller, Michelle helps businesses bring their narratives to life as a branding and content development consultant.EXTRA:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vRh04jz_30Ehttps://www.mindbodygreen.com/0-17875/a-sage-smudging-ritual-to-cleanse-your-aura-clear-your-space.htmlCONTACT:http://www.culturedpodcast.com/...
2017-10-31
55 min
The Cultured Podcast
Directing Pop Docs & "Cocaine Cowboys", With Billy Corben
Emmy and Peabody Award-winning documentary filmmaker Billy Corben joins Michelle for a high-energy masterclass in nonfiction storytelling for the silver screen. The acclaimed director of “Cocaine Cowboys” shares his experiences behind the lens, including his face-to-face interviews with hardened criminals. Billy and his producers created the Pop Doc genre, which turned the tide of documentaries from the dry docs of yore to compelling, cinematic masterpieces that now reign Netflix queues everywhere.
2017-10-29
53 min
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Herbalism Around the World, With LaTasha Smith
In Episode 11, Tasha Nikol joins Michelle for an exploration of the ancient practice of herbalism. It’s estimated that 75% of the world’s population relies on natural remedies as medicine. Tash only recently decided to partake in her long lineage of farmers and herbalists. She tells us about her immersive apprenticeship at Centro Ashé in Costa Rica, where she learned how to engage with plant energy. Walk away with a deeper appreciation for plants as you peer into the world of holistic herbal health.
2017-10-22
32 min
The Cultured Podcast
Intricately Tiny Figure Paintings, With Christian Fagerlund
Michelle welcomes figure painter Christian Fagerlund to Episode 10 of The Cultured Podcast for a mesmerizing conversation about painting the human body. Christian is an oil painter who has focused on depicting the human form for 25 years. Christian's intuitive approach enables him to capture each subject’s essence, rather than simply transcribing what his eyes see. What’s more, most of his work is small-scale...as small as 1.5 inches by 2.5 inches!
2017-10-15
29 min
The Cultured Podcast
Streetwear Design - Bianca Cooper / Biyunka
Dig at the roots of disruptive fashion design. Michelle interviews designer and hypercreative Bianca Cooper, who unearths the secrets to eliminating expectation and achieving artistic liberation. The creative silhouettes and designs in Bianca's clothing line, Biyunka, are inspired by everything from nature, texture and contrast, to the depths of metaphysics and the continuum. Listen to find out how Bianca's fascination with profound existential concepts offers her a chance at artistic immortality.
2017-10-08
27 min
ISO The Good Life Show - Food, Wine, Travel & Lifestyle
Michelle Khouri, Speaker, Host and Emcee
Michelle Khouri is a natural-born storyteller with a keen eye and inquisitive spirit. A lengthy career in communications gifted her with a mind for strategy and project management. Michelle is a PR veteran and magazine editor whose multidisciplinary communications experience includes planning complex, large-scale events, art directing photo shoots, hosting travel videos, leading media outreach campaigns, and creating thousands of pieces of content. A longtime writer, Michelle is passionate about uncovering hidden stories about the arts, culture and society. She believes in the power of skilled storytelling. Think of her as a Renaissance woman of modern communication.
2017-09-26
28 min
The Cultured Podcast
Bogota, Colombia, With Masha Murakhovsky
Pack your bags and get ready to visit Colombia's capital city, Bogota. Michelle and her best friend, Masha Murakhovsky, share their hilarious adventures with exotic fruits, sanctuaries, family, and crazy delicious food. Oh, did we mention they record this episode on top of a mountain in Bogota? Yea, it's a good one.
2017-09-24
28 min
The Cultured Podcast
How Actors Act (3 Core Acting Methods)
Join Michelle as she explores arguably the three most influential acting methods (out of more than eight in circulation) and the legendary acting teachers responsible for them on Episode 6 of The Cultured Podcast. Piggyback off of Michelle’s contagious passion for theater to discover the tools actors use to shapeshift into different characters that whisk us away to places real, fictional and fantastical.
2017-09-17
21 min
The Cultured Podcast
Resilience & Tropical Knitwear, With Karelle Levy
Michelle travels to Miami, Florida, to chat with her gifted guest Karelle Levy. Together, they weave an eye-opening look at the creative possibilities that exist within even the most pigeonholed art forms. A renowned textile artist and the owner of KRELwear, Karelle pins down her artistic vision and the creative influences behind her tropical, skin-baring silhouettes.
2017-09-10
31 min
Having It A.L.L.
How To Connect With Your Inner Beauty - Practical Self Love Tips To Transform Your Life With Michelle Khouri
In today's episode I have an awesome conversation with Michelle Khouri about connecting with your inner beauty, seeing the beauty in others, practical self love tips, and all around how to level up your life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2017-09-06
52 min
The Cultured Podcast
Identity & Cultural Art, With Rising Red Lotus
Dig at the roots of identity as Michelle Khouri and Brandon Sadler share their experiences as multicultural people. Brandon is a biracial artist whose vast repertoire of art—created under the pseudonym Rising Red Lotus—features predominantly Chinese, Korean and Japanese influences. Episode 3 of The Cultured Podcast takes you deep into Michelle and Brandon's cultural musings while unearthing how heritage can ignite a flame of inspiration.
2017-09-03
22 min
The Cultured Podcast
Butter Coffee & Global Food Customs, With Kate Kordsmeier
Michelle Khouri has a lively discussion with international food writer Kate Kordsmeier about food customs throughout the world. But first, Michelle opens up about her addiction to butter coffee, which has her feeling extra inspired and energized. And, yes, that’s butter coffee…as in butter in your coffee. Michelle and Kate then dig into religious food rituals, global food norms and the table etiquette of different cultures.
2017-08-27
24 min
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Multitasking & Immersive Theatre, With Brian Clowdus
Michelle visits Georgia’s lush countryside to chat with award winning site-specific director Brian Clowdus, whose nationally acclaimed Serenbe Playhouse productions have set Robin Hood in a forest, Miss Saigon among vast plains, and Sleepy Hollow in a working stable. Michelle gives Brian his new superhero name, while Brian clues us into what it takes to bulldoze the fourth wall and immerse audiences in fantastical worlds through immersive theatre and site-specific theatre.
2017-08-20
24 min
The Cultured Podcast
"Chutzpah" & Iceland
What's with this new Cultured Podcast? What can you expect in weeks to come? Why is host Michelle Khouri inspired by "chutzpah" - and what does that word mean, anyway? Why is Iceland called the Land of Fire & Ice? And, woa, have you heard of the Icelandic Sagas? Get ready to dig at the roots of literature, travel and global customs in Episode 1 of The Cultured Podcast.
2017-08-10
31 min