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Richard SiskAs the Titanic sank into legend, the Carpathia raced into historyWhen the Titanic struck ice, Captain Arthur Rostron's quick action save 705 lives. Copyright 2025 by Richard Sisk. Music: Richard Sisk/Suno Click here to reply to @richardsisk "RMS Carpathia was a modest vessel compared to the majestic Titanic. Originally built to carry 1700 passengers, she was half full that night with 740 souls on board. Captain Arthur Rostron had spent 27 years at sea. A man whose quiet competence had earned him command. But never headlines. Until tonight. Within minutes of receiving the distress call, Rostron had calculated Carpathia's position relative to the sinking Titanic. The math was brutal. 58 miles away...2025-05-1410 min
Richard SiskUnearthing the Past: The Mary Anning StoryFossil Hunter Extraordinaire! Copyright 2025 by Richard Sisk. Music: Richard Sisk/Suno Click here to reply to @richardsisk "In 1804, a little girl walks the shore with her older brother. She's five years old. Their father, a cabinet maker, tells them to keep their eyes to the ground, look for anything odd, anything with a pattern that does not belong. They call it fossil collecting, but to Mary Anning, it is something more, something wordless, a way of listening with your eyes."2025-05-0904 min
Richard SiskKen Burns: Master of the American StoryWhat is your favorite Ken Burns series? Copyright 2025 by Richard Sisk. Music: Richard Sisk/Suno Click here to reply to @richardsisk "He spent five years crafting this film, working with limited resources but unlimited determination. The documentary earned an Academy Award nomination. But more importantly, it established the foundation of what would become known as the Ken Burns effect, that gentle panning and zooming across still photographs that breathes life into static images. While working on his early documentaries, Burn Byrne supported himself as a cinematographer for the BBC, Italian television and others. He took commercial jobs...2025-05-0510 min
Richard SiskRuth Buzzi: TributeSadly, we have lost a very funny lady: Ruth Buzzi. Music: Richard Sisk/Suno Click here to reply to @richardsisk "Ruth made a generation laugh, and now she's gone at 87, lost to complications from Alzheimer's. Ruth once said, if I can make you laugh, I've done something right with my life. Well, Ruth, You made us laugh until we cried. You reminded us that comedy doesn't just distract, it heals. That's your legacy."2025-05-0201 min
Richard SiskHarriet Tubman: Whispers of FreedomWith faith as her compass and freedom in her hands, she showed us what one life can do. Copyright 2025 by Richard Sisk. Music: Richard Sisk/Suno Click here to reply to @richardsisk "Please like, share and subscribe"2025-04-1307 min
Richard SiskJohn Lennon: From Liverpool to legend: the voice that changed the world.The story of John Lennon is complex as the mind of the man. Copyright 2025 by Richard Sisk. Music: Suno/Richard Sisk Click here to reply to @richardsisk "It was about that time, amid the search for a higher truth, that an astrologer's warning cast a shadow. A danger waited on an island. Though they canceled a planned Greek island journey, fate would ultimately fulfill this prophecy. In Manhattan, the post Beatles years revealed John's deepest truths. His music became more direct, more political and more personal."2025-04-0911 min
Richard SiskBob Dylan, The Voice and Soul of a GenerationBob Dylan created songs that challenged our way of thinking. Copyright 2025 by Richard Sisk. Music: Suno Click here to reply to @richardsisk "Dylan's restlessness led him to explore new sounds and themes. From the stark beauty of John Wesley Harding to the country warmth of Nashville Skyline to the spiritual seeking of Slow Train Coming, each album was a new way of seeing and understanding the world. In 1988, Dylan joined the Traveling Wilburys, collaborating with George Harrison, Tom Petty, Roy Orbison and Jeff Lynn. This playful project united legends for the sheer love of music, leaving a...2025-04-0604 min
Richard SiskAnne Frank – A Light in the DarknessAnne Frank: A timeless voice of courage, hope, and the enduring human spirit. Copyright by Richard Sisk 2025. Music: Suno Click here to reply to @richardsisk "Through her father, Otto Frank, the family's only survivor, Anne's diary was published, a testament to the human spirit's power. Today, millions find inspiration in Anne's words. Her words transcend time and circumstance. Anne Frank transformed her experience into something universal, continuing to speak to each new generation. As we navigate life's journey, may we all remember Anne's remarkable spirit. Our voices matter. Stories deserve telling, and even in darkness, we can...2025-04-0603 min
Richard SiskJohnny Carson: The King of Late Night!For three decades, Johnny Carson Entertain us on the Tonight Show! Copyright 2025 by Richard Sisk. Music: Suno Click here to reply to @richardsisk "For three decades, Johnny reigned as the undisputed king of late night. He made stars. A single appearance on his show could launch a career. Comedians from David Letterman to Jerry Seinfeld saw their lives change overnight… Please like,follow, share and subscribe! Thanks. "2025-03-2306 min
Richard SiskRita Haworth: Eternal Goddess of Glamour and GraceRita’s photo was the most single popular pin up during World War II. But her story is far more complex. Copyright 2025 by Richard Sisk. Music: Suno Click here to reply to @richardsisk "Rita's story, while set in the golden age of Hollywood, touches on themes that resonate deeply today. The pressure to conform, the price of fame, the struggle for identity, and ultimately, the dignity in facing life's final challenge. These are battles still fought, albeit on different stages. Yet in Rita's journey, we find inspiration. Please like, follow and subscribe!"2025-03-2107 min
Richard SiskFrances Ford Coppola: Visionary storyteller of American CinemaFrancis Ford Coppola has created some of the finest films in cinema history. Copyright 2025 by Richard Sisk. Music: Suno Click here to reply to @richardsisk "We had access to too much money, too much equipment, and little by little, we went insane. Throughout his career, Coppola has embraced artistic risk, exploring diverse styles, from the experimenta! One From the Heart to the youthful energy of the Outsiders. As a producer, he supported groundbreaking films like American Graffiti, directed by George Lucas, and later Lost in Translation, directed by his daughter Sofia Coppola. Coppola's passion for cinema remains...2025-03-2006 min
Richard SiskChuck Berry: Architect of rock ‘n’ rollChuck Berry was one of the founding fathers of rock ‘n’ roll and left us a rich musical legacy. Copyright by Richard Sisk 2025. Music: Suno Click here to reply to @richardsisk "Please like and subscribe! Listen to the opening notes of Johnny B. Goode and you're hearing the foundation upon which generations of guitarists would build their dreams. What truly distinguished Chuck Berry was his brilliance with words. In an era of often simple love songs, Berry wrote verses with the precision of a poet and the directness of a close friend. His lyrics painted vivid scenes of A...2025-03-1607 min
Richard SiskChuck Berry: The architect of rock and rollChuck Berry revolutionized music in the 1950s. Here’s his story. Copyright 2025 by Richard Sisk. Music: Suno Click here to reply to @richardsisk "What makes Berry's music endure isn't just its historical importance, but its unwavering vitality. Listen to Johnny B. Goode today and it doesn't sound like some dusty relic. It pulses with the same electricity it carried six decades ago. The precision of his guitar work, the drive of his rhythm and the storytelling in his lyrics remain as compelling now as when they first jumped from jukeboxes across America."2025-03-1607 min
Richard SiskMark Twain: American WriterMark Twain was a writer and the one of the greatest humorists the United States has produced. Copyright 2025 by Richard Sisk. Music: Suno Click here to reply to @richardsisk "And he lived that truth, journeying across the globe and sharing his observations with the world. Twain's later years were marked by both triumph and hardship. He became one of the most celebrated authors of his time, but he also faced bankruptcy and the loss of loved ones. Yet he never lost his sense of humor or his ability to see the world with clarity and courage. Mark...2025-03-1103 min
Richard SiskJanis Joplin: "Pearl of raw Talent"Janis Joplin was one of my favorite singers and I miss her to this day. Copyright 2025 by Richard Sisk. Music: Suno Click here to reply to @richardsisk "When she sang, you heard everything. Pain, joy, longing, rebellion. It was pure, unfiltered emotion. Success came quickly after Monterey. Albums like Cheap Thrills captured Janice's unrestrained energy, while songs like Peace of My Heart turned personal pain into universal catharsis. Critics called her the female Elvis, the best white blues singer in history. But those labels missed the point. Janice wasn't imitating anyone. She was entirely, painfully herself. Yet...2025-03-0905 min
Richard SiskThe Sister I Never KnewA dream that really made me remember. Copyright 2025 by Richard Sisk Music: Suno Click here to reply to @richardsisk "The dream lingered with me throughout the morning, like a visitor who had left, but whose presence I could still feel in the room. It made me think about something from long ago, when I was about 11. I walked past my parents bedroom and I saw my mother alone in bed, clearly in pain. There was a heaviness in our home I couldn't quite understand."2025-03-0703 min
Richard SiskMarianne Faithfull, 60s Icon…"The way I choose to show my feelings is through my songs" Music: Suno Click here to reply to @richardsisk "Her final years were marked by continued creativity and courage, even in the face of health challenges. She released her last album, She Walks in Beauty, in 2021, proving that artistic expression knows no age limit. Perhaps the most valuable lesson we can take from Marianne Faithfull's remarkable journey is true Artistry isn't about perfection. It's about honesty. It's about taking your wounds, your joys, your failures and your triumphs and turning them into something that speaks to...2025-02-2503 min
Richard SiskBuddy Holly: Rock ‘n’ roll PioneerThe music of Buddy Holly will live forever. Here’s his story Music.:Suno Click here to reply to @richardsisk "In the brief moment of his artistry, Buddy Holly captured the eternal language of human emotion. Welcome to this creative journey. I'm your host, Richard Sisk. Some artists pass through time like whispers. Others, like Buddy Holly, arrive as thunderbolts. Brief, brilliant, transformative. Born in the windswept plains of Lubbock, Texas, Charles Hardin Holly was not merely a musician. He was an architect of sound, constructing melodies that would become the foundation of a musical revolution."2025-02-2505 min
Richard SiskBuddy Holly: The brilliant pioneer who shaped rock and roll’s future.Buddy Holly, One of a kind. Here’s his story. Music: Suno Click here to reply to @richardsisk "In the brief moment of his artistry, Buddy Holly captured the eternal language of human emotion. Welcome to this creative journey. I'm your host, Richard Cisk. Some artists pass through time like whispers. Others, like Buddy Holly, arrive as thunderbolts. Brief, brilliant, transformative. Born in the windswept plains of Lubbock, Texas, Charles Hardin Holly was not merely a musician, he. He was an architect of sound, constructing melodies that would become the foundation of a musical revolution."2025-02-2405 min
Richard SiskJames Dean: Legendary ActorJames Dean Revolutionized acting in the 1950s copyright 2025 by Richard Sisk Music: Suno Click here to reply to @richardsisk "In just three films, he captured something profound about the human experience, the raw, unfiltered truth of what it means to be young, to question, to seek, to yearn. James Dean lived just 24 years, yet his artistic footprint still echoes through time. Perhaps his greatest gift wasn't just what he created, but what he awakens in us, that burning desire to strip away pretense and create from our deepest truth."2025-02-1607 min
Richard SiskLouis Armstrong: Hall of Fame Entertainer Extraordinaire!Louis Armstrong was a master entertainer and musician. Here’s his story. Copyright 2025 by Richard Sisk, Music: Suno Click here to reply to @richardsisk "It wasn't just about musical perfection, but about expressing something deeper. The complexity of of human experience, the pain and joy of survival, the power of transforming struggle into art. By the mid 20th century, Louis Armstrong had transcended the boundaries of music to become a true cultural icon. His influence stretched far beyond jazz, making him one of the most recognizable and beloved performers in American history. On television, he became a re...2025-02-1311 min
beyond rockies@richardsisk | A hidden gem I stumbled upon while traveling in the West...Click here to reply to @richardsisk "This is a hidden gem that I discovered. I didn't discover it personally, of course, but I was traveling up in Canada through Alberta, and there's a particular area there known as Banff National Park. And as you travel north on the Icefields Parkway, you'll pass a little lake called Bow Lake. And as you continue uphill, kind of heading northwest, you'll see a little sign that says Peyto Lake, and that's where you want to stop."2024-11-1101 min
Richard SiskSir Ernest Shackleton: Icon of LeadershipErnest Shackleton, and the journey of the Endurance #shackleton #endurance Music: Suno. Copyright 2024 by Richard Sisk Click here to reply to @richardsisk "In complete darkness, they shot down the slope at tremendous speed unable to see what lay ahead knowing that any moment they might plunge into a bottomless crevasse. It was, as Shackleton wrote, a matter of seconds but it seemed like ages. When they finally slid to a stop at the bottom all three men were shaking but alive. They had dropped 900ft in less than three minutes."2024-11-0707 min
Richard SiskTere Garr: TributeFarewell to the lovely and talented Tere Garr. #teregarr #actor Music: Suno Click here to reply to @richardsisk "As her longtime friend and collaborator Mel Brooks so eloquently put it, Teri Garr has the unique ability to take a scene and make it her own. Her performances are always infused with with a delightful quirkiness that is truly one of a kind. This sentiment perfectly encapsulates the essence of Terri Garr's remarkable talent and the indelible mark she has left on the art form she so passionately devoted her life to."2024-10-3103 min
Richard SiskElvis Presley: The King of Rock & RollHere is the amazing story of Elvis Presley! #elvispresley #rockandroll Music: Suno. Copyright 2024 by Richard Sisk Click here to reply to @richardsisk "The recording of "That's All Right" in 1954 crackled through the radio waves, igniting a musical revolution that would sweep across the nation and the world. As Elvis's fame grew, so did the controversy surrounding his provocative performance style. In the racially charged atmosphere of 1950s America, Elvis became both a lightning rod for criticism and a catalyst for change. By popularizing African American musical styles and challenging societal norms, he played a significant role in...2024-10-2210 min
Richard SiskBeryl Markham: Kenyan AviatorBeryl Markham was rhe first person to fly the Atlantic east to west. #berylmarkham #aviator Music: Suno. Copyright 2024 by Richard Sisk Click here to reply to @richardsisk "Born neath gray skies, gentle hold, longing heart, dreams unrolled to Africa's sun, wild planes she roamed, with horses by her side, a heart of gold. Welcome to this creative journey. I'm your host, Richard Sisk. Today we're exploring the extraordinary life of Beryl Markham, a woman who reshaped aviation and redefined adventure. 1902 Beryl Clutterbuck is born in England. Four years later, her family moves to Kenya, setting the stage...2024-10-1305 min
Richard SiskMichelangelo: Sculptor, Painter, GeniusAre you a fan of Michelangelo? Here is his story. #michelangelo #artist Music: Udio. Copyright 2024 by Richard Sisk Click here to reply to @richardsisk "Every block of stone has a statue inside it, and it is the task of the sculptor to discover it. Michelangelo. On March 6, 1475, in the small town of Caprese, Italy, a boy named Michelangelo was born into a world on the brink of an artistic revolution. As a young boy, Michelangelo was drawn to art like a moth to flame. He was always sketching, his curious eyes capturing the world around him."2024-10-0605 min
Richard SiskKris Kristofferson: FarewellSadly, Kris Kristofferson has passed away. #kristofferson https://s.swell.life/O1UQIL3BMu7ZTtC Music: Udio. Copyright 2024 by Richard Sisk Click here to reply to @richardsisk "While Cash wasn't home that particular day, Christofferson left a tape of Sunday morning Coming down, which Johnny Cash later recorded and turned into a big hit, helping Kristofferson's songwriting career. I had the privilege of seeing Chris perform at the Troubadour in Los Angeles in 1970, where he opened for Linda Ronstadt. The troubadour is an intimate venue and I was struck by his sincerity and raw talent."2024-10-0403 min
Richard SiskAntonio Stradivari: Master LuthierHe is the most well known and respected instrument maker in history. #stradivarius #luthier #violin Music: Udio. Copyright 2024 by Richard Sisk Click here to reply to @richardsisk "Now, in the 21st century, only around 500 Stradivarius instruments are known to exist, each valued in the millions. Let me tell you about one such instrument, the Messiah Stradivarius. Crafted in 1716 during Stradivaris golden period, it's considered one of the most valuable violins in existence. Remarkably, it has been played very rarely, preserving its pristine condition. It now resides in Oxford's Ashmolean Museum, a testament to Stradivari's enduring legacy."2024-09-2706 min
Richard SiskUFO Disables Nukes: Malstrom AFBIn 1967 a UFO hovered above the nuclear bunkers at Malstrom Air Force Base. #ufo #uap #malstromafb Music: Udio. Copyright 2024 by Richard Sisk Click here to reply to @richardsisk "Other Air Force personnel from that time, such as Doctor Robert Jacobs, have testified to similar encounters, unexplainable sightings where UFO's interacted with missile technology. Jacobs recounted an incident in 1964 where he filmed a flying saucer intercepting a missile in flight, shooting beams at it and causing it to malfunction. Despite these chilling stories, there is, of course, still debate. Some critics argue that the details of these incidents...2024-09-2405 min
Richard SiskGalileo: Astronomer!Galileo was the first to use a telescope to make celestial observations. #galileo #astronomy #telescope Music: Udio. ©️2024 by Richard Sisk Click here to reply to @richardsisk "The amazing part of that is that Galileo accomplished this without any formal training in optics. It was pure, unyielding innovation. With his enhanced telescope, Galileo turned his gaze skyward, and what he witnessed shattered centuries of belief. The moon was scarred with craters and adorned with mountains. Venus displayed phases akin to our moon, a clear indication of its solar orbit. Perhaps most startling, he uncovered the four moons circling Jup...2024-09-2207 min
Richard SiskThe Phil Spector Story: Music Producer/MurdererA story about the dark side of genius #philspecctor #wallofsound #mentalillness #bemybaby Music: Udio. ©️2024 by Richard Sisk. Click here to reply to @richardsisk "He knew exactly what he wanted, and he wouldn't stop until he got it. His sessions were grueling, but the results were magical. Spector's meticulous approach produced hit after hit, including you've lost that loving feeling by the righteous brothers, river Deep, mountain High by Ike and Tina Turner, and De Nuron run by the Crystals. These songs weren't just popular, they defined an era and cemented Spector's place in music history. But Spector's gen...2024-09-0106 min
Richard SiskAnsel Adams: Master of LightAnsel Adams created some of the most iconic images in the history of photography. #anseladams #photography Music: Udio. ©️2024 by Richard Sisk Click here to reply to @richardsisk "For Adams, photography was not a passive act of recording, but an active process of creation. He urged young photographers to visualize their image before pressing the shutter, to understand the interplay of light and shadow, and above all, to cultivate a deep connection with their subject. In the end, Ansel Adams legacy extends far beyond the stunning images he left behind. He showed us the power of photography to mov...2024-08-3112 min
Richard SiskMaster of Special Effects: Linwood Dunn ASC #filmeffectsofhollywood #linwooddunnASC #cinematographyYears ago, I had the distinct honor of meeting a man who single-handedly invented the art of film special effects. ©️2024 by Richard Sisk Click here to reply to @richardsisk "Well, hi, folks, this is Richard Sisk. And welcome to another swellcast in my series called this creative journey. Today I wanted to tell you about one of the most innovative and creative people I've ever met, and that was cinematographer Lin Wood Dunn. Now, back in my early days, I used to like to attend the Los Angeles International Film Exposition which they called film X for sho...2024-08-3103 min
Richard SiskThe Great Otis Blackwell: SongwriterThis talented songwriter wrote tunes for Elvis Presley, Jerry Lee Lewis and others. #otisblackwell #elvispresley Music: Udio. ©️2024 by Richard Sisk Click here to reply to @richardsisk "In an interesting twist, Blackwell did release some of his own recordings in the 1950s, including versions of the songs he wrote for other artists. These recordings showcased his own distinctive voice and style, proving that he was not just a great songwriter but a talented performer in his own right. I found it extremely interesting in listening to Blackwell's performances, how Elvis copied his style on his own recordings. Blackwell's inf...2024-08-3005 min
Richard SiskCreativity: Are You a Creator?Here are a few thoughts on creativity. #creativity #thiscreativejourny www.richardsiskproductions.com Click here to reply to @richardsisk "It's behind every invention, every piece of art, every song, and every solution to a complex problem. It enriches our lives, enhances our understanding, and connects us with others in some very meaningful ways. Frankly, without creativity, we'd be stuck in a world of routine repetition that doesn't sound like fun. So let's talk about some of the folks that we know have been the most creative people throughout history."2024-08-2506 min
Richard SiskRobert Johnson at the CrossroadsThe Greatest Blues Musician in history. here’s his story. #robertjohnson #blues #deltablues Music: Udio. ©️2024 by Richard Sisk Click here to reply to @richardsisk "Robert Johnson was born in 1911 in the brutally oppressive Jim Crow south. Consumed by an obsessive passion to master the blues, Johnson grew deeply dejected. The story goes that one midnight, the young Johnson shouldered his beat up guitar and wandered down to a crossroads near dockery plantation in Mississippi. This crossroads held profound supernatural power. There, at midnight, in the inky darkness, Johnson is said to have been met by a figure whose...2024-08-2305 min
Richard SiskThe Story of Laurel and Hardy#laurelandhardy #stanlaurel #oliverhardy #halroach https://s.swell.life/O1UM3EPvL2T8WLX. ©️2024 by Richard Sisk Click here to reply to @richardsisk "Another notable film is Way out west featuring a memorable dance sequence that remains iconic to this day. Their ability to create such memorable moments endeared them to audiences fostering a deep connection that transcends time. Their appeal lay in their artistry and the genuine affection they projected. Audiences fell in love with them because they were not just funny, they were unique, relatable and immensely talented. Well, goodbye, Ollie. Goodbye, Stan. Good luck. Where you...2024-08-2105 min
Richard SiskThe Roswell Incident 1947What really happened in Roswell, New Mexico in 1947? #roswell #ufo #flyingsaucer #projectmogul Music: Udio. ©️2024 by Richard Sisk Click here to reply to @richardsisk "Welcome to this creative journey. Today, we're exploring an unusual topic that has inspired a wealth of creative works over the years, from books and films to art and countless speculative conversations. I'm talking about the Roswell incident of 1947, a story that continues to captivate imaginations and fuel creative expressions decades after it occurred. The story begins in early July in Roswell, New Mexico."2024-08-1804 min
Richard SiskAmelia Earhart: Aviation Pioneer#ameliaearhart #aviation #aviator #adventure #womensrights Music: Udio. ©️2024 by Richard Sisk Click here to reply to @richardsisk "But she didn't stop there. She set several other records, including first person to fly solo from Hawaii to California, first to fly solo nonstop from Mexico City to Newark, speed records for east to west and north to south flights. Earhart used her fame to advocate for women's rights and the advancement of aviation. She helped found the 99s, an organization for female pilots that still exists today. But it's her final flight that has captivated the world for decades."2024-08-1206 min
Richard SiskCuster’s Last Stand: Revisited#custer #sittingbull #crazyhorse #littlebighorn music: Udio. ©️2024 by Richard Sisk Click here to reply to @richardsisk "Custer’s Last Stand"2024-08-0809 min
Richard SiskWilliam Henry Jackson: Pioneer PhotographerHe is one of America’s most celebrated pioneer photographers! #photographer #whjackson #williamhenryjackson music: Udio. ©️2024 by Richard Sisk Click here to reply to @richardsisk "His life and work continue to inspire photographers and adventurers alike. For modern photographers, understanding Jackson's struggles and the achievements can be incredibly inspiring. It teaches us that the art of photography is not just about the final image, but about the journey, the effort and the dedication behind it. So next time you pick up your camera or even your smartphone to capture a moment, think of William Henry Jackson. Remember the weigh...2024-08-0605 min
Richard SiskHollywood Cowboy BillCowboy Bill spent 20 years on The Hollywood Walk of Fame. Music: Udio #hollywood #LAstory #cowboybill #walkoffame ©️2024 by Richard Sisk Click here to reply to @richardsisk "Though he did walk the length of the boulevard, cowboy Bill truly added a wonderful flavor to the community along Hollywood Boulevard. His presence brought color to the everyday experience of the area, making it more vibrant and welcoming. Reflecting on Bill's impact encourages us to think about the characters in our own communities. Who are the people adding color to your town? Take a moment to appreciate them and the unique spi...2024-07-3108 min
Richard SiskThe Story of Pi: Panoramic ImagesMusic from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://s.swell.life/O1UJP71Ax9ClYb4 code: NT4QSMJNGY7GTTKD. All images and audio ©️2024 by Richard Sisk Click here to reply to @richardsisk "Growing up, the Siegel brothers witnessed their father's mastery of large format cameras. Today, panoramic images oversees the world's largest collection of fine art, panoramic photographs. What's truly astounding is that over 95% of these images were shot on film. A testament to the enduring power of traditional photography. At the helm of this extraordinary enterprise is Doug Siegel, director of panoramic images."2024-07-2405 min
Richard SiskWalking on the MoonThe amazing story of Apollo 11, first steps on the moon #apollo11 #moon music: Udio. Images: NASA. All Audio ©️2024 by Richard Sisk Click here to reply to @richardsisk "It expanded our understanding of our place in the universe and showed us the fragility and beauty of our own planet as seen from the moon. While we haven't returned to the moon, the spirit of exploration that drove Apollo eleven lives on. On this day, we look to the stars once again with plans to return to the moon and eventually journey to Mars. We're reminded of what we can...2024-07-2207 min
Richard SiskThe Creative Journey of Walt DisneyWalt Disney’s Creative Journey, Music: Udio, Steamboat Willie audio restored by Ari #waltdisney. ©️2024 by Richard Sisk. Click here to reply to @richardsisk "Yet there's a growing appreciation for traditional animation techniques and a resurgence in hand drawn animation that can be seen in recent films and series. Blending the old with the new in exciting ways, Walt Disney's creativity serves as a beacon for aspiring artists and innovators. His story teaches us the power of imagination and the importance of resilience. For young artists and creative people, Walt Disney's life is a reminder that dreams are worth...2024-07-2108 min
Richard SiskLost in White Sands National MonumentHere’s what happens when you go off the trail and get lost! www.richardsiskproductions.com Music: Udio. ©️2024 by Richard Sisk Click here to reply to @richardsisk "So the next time you see a landscape photograph that takes your breath away, spare a thought for the person behind the lens, and maybe, just maybe, say a little thank you for their dedication, their passion, their willingness to get a little lost in pursuit of something beautiful. This is Richard Sisk. Thank you, folks."2024-07-2007 min
Richard SiskAlfred Hitchcock: Master of Suspense!Director Alfred Hitchcock #hitchcock #alfredhitchcock music: Udio. ©️2024 by Richard Sisk Click here to reply to @richardsisk "In life, as in cinema, the most thrilling twists often come when you least expect them. Thank you for joining us on this journey through the life and work of Alfred Hitchcock. This is Richard Sisk, and you've been listening to this creative journey."2024-07-1707 min
Richard SiskFrank Capra: A Wonderful LifeFrank Capra Directed: It’s a Wonderful Life and many other classic films. Music: Udio #frankcapra #filmdirector. ©️2024 by Richard Sisk Click here to reply to @richardsisk "Now there's a plot twist. Capra's influence extends far beyond his era. Filmmakers like Spielberg and Zemeckis cite him as a major influence in an industry often cynical about human nature. Capra dared to believe in the fundamental goodness of people, his legacy. It's in every film that champions the underdog. It's in every story that dares to be optimistic in the face of adversity."2024-07-1205 min
Richard SiskThe Amazing: Orson WellesA look at the brilliant actor, director Orson Welles. Music created with Udio #orsonwelles #director #filmmaker #mercurytheater. ©️2024 by Richard Sisk Click here to reply to @richardsisk "I didnt get a job as a director for years afterward. Yet even in its mutilated form, The Magnificent Ambersons stands as a testament to Welles visionary style. Modern filmmakers still draw inspiration from its innovative techniques and narrative depth. As the years passed, Welles continued to push boundaries, often at great personal cost. He acted, he directed, he even self financed projects. When Hollywood turned its back in an industry inc...2024-07-0508 min
Richard SiskLeonardo da Vinci, Genius!This is a look at Leonardo da Vinci #leonardodavinci. Music created with Udio. ©️2024 by Richard Sisk Click here to reply to @richardsisk "Let's begin with The Last Supper, a mural Leonardo painted in Milan between 1495 and 1498. This isn't just a religious scene. It's a psychological study. Leonardo captured the moment Jesus announces that one disciple will betray him. The apostles reactions, shock, anger, denial, are a master class in human expression. But Leonardo faced challenges. He used experimental techniques, painting on dry plaster instead of wet. This allowed him to work slowly, refining details."2024-06-2806 min
Richard SiskVincent:The Brush of Genius#vincentvangogh #art #painting #postimpressionism music: created with Udio. ©️2024 by Richard Sisk. Click here to reply to @richardsisk "In just 37 years, he showed us the power of passion, the importance of perseverance, and the profound impact one creative soul can have on the world. Today, Van Gogh's works hang in the world's most prestigious museums, cherished by millions. His story is a testament to the enduring power of authentic creativity. So, to all the creators listening, your art matters, your vision matters, your voice matters, even if the world doesn't recognize it yet, keep creating."2024-06-2506 min
Richard SiskBilly Wilder Director©️2024 by Richard Sisk. https://s.swell.life/O1UGUFfxWzFFD02 https://richardsiskproductions.com music: Udio. Click here to reply to @richardsisk "To push boundaries, Wilder often tackled taboo subjects, expanding what was possible in cinema. Three, balance is key. Wilder's films often blended cynicism with humanism, creating complex, relatable characters. Four, collaboration matters. Wilder frequently worked with the same actors and writers, building strong creative partnerships. Five, keep it simple. Wilder once said, if you have a problem with the third act, the real problem is in the first act."2024-06-2305 min
Richard SiskThe Father I Never KnewA look back: Lewis David Sisk. ©️2024 by Richard Sisk. Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://s.swell.life/O1UUVTnh6dfQ25D Click here to reply to @richardsisk "My childhood was far from easy, marked by an abusive stepfather who turned violent when he was drunk. And he was often drunk at 16. Seeking escape and a fresh start, I left home, traveling as far as I could until I reached California. What I didn't know then, what I couldn't have known, was that when I ran away on February 1, 1967, my father had only a week to liv...2024-06-1705 min
Richard SiskThe Creativity of John F. KennedyA different type of creativity #jfk #johnfkennedy Click here to reply to @richardsisk "Hi, folks, this is Richard Sisk, and I wanted to continue on with the theme this creative journey. Often we think of creativity as the realm of artists and musicians, writers, actors. But creativity occurs in lots of different ways and with different people. And one person who exemplified creativity in this way was John F. Kennedy. He was the 35th president of the United States, and my earliest memory of John F. Kennedy dates back to 1960."2024-06-1203 min
Richard SiskA Wave From HistoryA Memory of President Dwight D Eisenhower #eisenhower Click here to reply to @richardsisk "But it was a passenger train. And as it went by, everyone turned to look, and on the back of the train, there was a platform, and standing there was Dwight Eisenhower waving to us. I thought it was remarkable that this man in his seventies made the effort to walk to the back of the train just to wave at this small crowd of onlookers. It was a simple gesture, but it left a lasting impression on me."2024-06-1102 min
Richard SiskNeil Sedaka Memory!One of the most prolific songwriters in history is Neil Sedaka! #songwriter #creativity #nhttps://s.swell.life/O1UFGSNkzMQBvED Click here to reply to @richardsisk "This particular day, the DJ came on and he goes, and here we have another Neil Sadaka record. Well, I'd heard that so many times that I remember thinking, gosh, Neil Sidaka must be a record company to have that many hits. But that's how popular his music was back in the sixties. Those of you who remember him probably remember some of the great songs that he came up with. Calendar...2024-06-1001 min
Richard SiskBrush with AnimationThis is the story of my visit to the animation studio that created the Flintstones, the Jetsons and many more! Click here to reply to @richardsisk "She took me on an extensive tour of the different departments where I saw animation artists at work, including those who did the painting of the cells and the backgrounds. I was amazed when she took me to a rather dark part of the studio where an animation cameraman was working at a huge animation stand. This thing was about 15ft high. She left me there for about half an hour...2024-06-0703 min
Richard SiskDreamvision 395An amazing dream that came to me, 395 days later #dream #lifeafterdeath Click here to reply to @richardsisk "To my beloved mother. I trust you are at peace. Your visit and my dream was a gift. Thank you. And I cherish the hope that we will be reunited someday. Thank you, mom, for gracing me with your presence once more. Well, thank you for listening, folks. Bye bye now."2024-06-0601 min
Richard SiskA Voice in the NightMy harrowing drive down the Mogollon Rim in the dead of night! Click here to reply to @richardsisk "And in that instant, a massive mack truck barreled around the blind curve and he was about three or 4ft over the centerline. It was so close I could feel the wind rush past my car. Had I not moved over, the head on collision would have been inevitable and probably fatal. My heart raced as I continued down the rim, the reality of what had just happened sinking in. Never before and never since had I heard a...2024-06-0302 min
Richard SiskThis Creative Journey©️2024 by Richard Sisk. Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://s.swell.life/O1UEPIXvj2hsXgA code: WH4X8GK3VKVWK5CK Click here to reply to @richardsisk "Well, hi folks, this is Richard Sisk, and I'm going to tell you a little bit about myself and what I'm up to. I've spent the last few decades doing photography, in particular, panoramic photography. Along the way, I've made a few short films, painted a few paintings. I've written a few songs, and I've got this interest in recording audio. So I've always been interested in creative things."2024-06-0101 min
Richard SiskFollowup: Donavan DreamDonavan House Fire... Click here to reply to @richardsisk "And the house was interesting, too. It was kind of a big house. The grandmother had her own apartment in the back. There were about four or five kids. Don, his brother Max, junior, Duncan, and a couple more. The dad's name was Mac Sr. And the mom was Dorothy. They were all terrific folks, and I've lost touch with all of them, and that's my fault."2024-05-3004 min
Richard SiskMemorial DayA few words to honor our fallen heroes Click here to reply to @richardsisk "And I wanted to talk a little bit about a speech that was made a few years ago. It was made by General Williams Grimsley, chief of staff of us strategic commander, on April 27, 2013, and he had some really interesting comments that day. I'd like to share a portion of that with you. And now I'm quoting the history of our nation. And those who serve can be summed up in a short and simple yet fitting phrase."2024-05-2605 min
Richard SiskA Voyage of DiscoveryVisiting a portion of the Lewis and Clark Expedition Click here to reply to @richardsisk "And this book was so great, it inspired me, that once I finished it, I wanted to go and visit some of the places and follow in their footsteps as much as I could. And so I started this adventure near St. Louis at the mouth of the Missouri river, where they had camped before setting off. And they were traveling upstream on the mighty Missouri river. And it was very difficult, but their determination kept them going for months until they...2024-05-2403 min
Richard SiskTanta KatieJust a sweet memory from when I was a little boy... Click here to reply to @richardsisk "And there was a breezeway probably 8ft across. And all you could see from our kitchen window was this other old brownstone apartment. And this particular window was wide open. And this nice old lady, probably 80 years old, was smiling. And she had a Hershey bar in her hand and she tossed it across between the buildings. And my mom caught it in her right hand and smoothly handed it down to me."2024-05-2003 min
Richard SiskHey Bear!Photographing in Bear Country Click here to reply to @richardsisk "Of course, there wasn't really much to shoot. The flowers weren't that great. I had to come back a couple more times before I finally got the shot that you see here. Well, folks, thanks very much for listening to me ramble on about this bear. I've got more bear stories, but I think that's enough for right now. Thanks so much. Bye."2024-05-2002 min
Richard SiskHappy Mothers Day!A thank you to my Mom for all the encouragement and creative thoughts she shared with me when I was a boy. Click here to reply to @richardsisk "Now I'm going to put a photograph here of her when she was a lighting person. And you can see she's wearing those heavy gloves because those lights were very hot. And later on she became a model. And then I showed up and messed up the whole thing and she became a mom. But she encouraged me as a child to be creative. She helped me set up...2024-05-1202 min
Richard SiskDonavan DreamEver have a dream about an old friend you haven’t seen in a long time? Click here to reply to @richardsisk "I wanted to tell you about this bizarre dream I had last night. I hadn't spoken to or seen my old pal Donovan in decades. We were really close friends way back when. We even made a documentary film about motocross racing together when we were about 20 years old. Unfortunately, we simply lost touch over time. You know how life intervenes. I had gotten married to my sweetheart, and I was busy with work, and I...2024-05-1102 min
Richard SiskManson murders August 8, 1969My memory of The sad events in LA August 8,1969 Click here to reply to @richardsisk "But he, from the time he was a young teenager, was in trouble and constantly being charged with crimes, spent time in prison. By the time these horrible events happened in 1969, he'd been in prison half his life. And frankly, when they tried to release him, he was incarcerated at prison in Los Angeles, and I think it was Terminal Island Prison. And he'd been a petty criminal. He'd been forging checks, stealing cars, things like that."2023-08-0904 min
Richard SiskWilliam FriedkinThe great Director Bill Friedkin has passed away today. Click here to reply to @richardsisk "You. Well, good morning, folks. It's August 7, 2023, Monday, and I became somewhat obsessed with a director this morning. William Friedkin, the Oscar winning director behind The French Connection and The Exorcist and many other films, was on my mind for some reason. And I started checking to see interviews on YouTube with him because he was a brilliant filmmaker. And I started to wonder, is he still around?"2023-08-0701 min
Richard Sisk#MyProfile | Richard Sisk#FirstSwell Click here to reply to @richardsisk "Well, hi, folks. Thanks for tuning in. I wanted to tell you a little bit about myself. My name is Richard Cesk. I'm primarily a photographer. I've been interested in photography all my life and have focused on panoramic photography for the last 30 years. But I also make short films and I'm into audio recording in in particular, Ambisonic surround sound recording. So I found that with photography, sometimes the light's not good."2023-06-2101 min
Richard SiskWelcome to Personal Podcasting with SwellWelcome to this personal podcast powered by Swellcast.com. To reply to an episode, please visit the reply link in the episode. To learn more, or start your own personal podcast, please visit www.swellcast.com.2023-06-2100 min