In this episode writer/director Craig Brewer tells us how Hustle and Flow is a spiritual successor to his film Poor and Hungry, how he pushed through the failure of his first filmmaking venture, and how his recent discovery of the Memphis comedy scene lead to the production of the upcoming web-series You Look Like…
Episode #077: Latoya Polk, Memphis Urban Laughs Comedy Festival
In this episode Latoya Polk of Memphis Urban Laughs Comedy Festival goes off the rails about making autism funny, nurturing the memphis comedy scene, and the good(?) ol’ days of sit-ins.
Episode #051: Mary Jo Karimnia, Artist
Mary Jo Karimnia keeps active and fresh through her own work, volunteering, and running community focused support. A student of life and of others, Mary Jo has focused on growing her career by speaking up when some weren’t and finding out how to practice the professional side of art through helping others.
Belongings 2: Re-purposed (link)
An open call exhibit – This second incarnation of the Belongings show continues in the spirit of community and the reuse and re-imagining of objects.
An open call exhibit – This second incarnation of the Belongings show continues in the spirit of community and the reuse and re-imagining of objects.
- All artists are invited to participate by purchasing any object of inspiration from the Cleveland Street Flea Market at 438 N Cleveland to transform into (or use as inspiration for) a new work of art.
- Deadline/drop-off is April 25 at 422 Cleveland.
- The show opens April 29th and continues to May 14th.
Episode #050: Josh McLane | Memphis Comedy Festival
Known for music, comedy, and a powerful presence Josh McLane’s unhinged style is set in contrast to his well known black tie guise. Blood, blow, and truth dominate this week as he shares the turning point of a life Josh now sees differently. Also, Memphis Comedy Festival starts this week. Get your tickets now!
March 31- April 3rd
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Episode #049: Alice & Mike, Five In One Social Club
Alice Laskey-Castle & C.Michael Andrews run Five in One Social Club! Their retail store features limited editions and one-of-a-kind pieces created by local and regional artists. Twice a week in their Clubhouse on Broad Ave they host creative workshops for small groups. Upcoming workshops include Luchador Masks, Glassblasting!, Pop-up Books, and Wine Bottle Glasses.
Episode #048: Eric Clausen, artist
A many varied soul, Eric Clausen has traveled the U.S. via bicycle, sampled science, vacated the desk job life, and plunged the depths of tandem drinking and drawing. Fascinated with how line creates form, he has brought a passion for illustration, painting, and art to the public. Time to sit back and get drawn in with Eric C.
Planet Nine: Displacement March 4 – April 11
Opening Night Friday, March 4 at 6 PM at Marshall Arts
Saturday, March 12 at 8 PM at Marshall Arts
Episode #047: Doug Gillon, Tuesday Show Comedy
Homegrown Doug Gillon trekked allover the world just to came back to Memphis and share great insights with you through comedy, Emceeing, and deft arts of marketing. Join Gillon skies as we move through China, the video game industry, our friend freelancing, and on to discovering new paths.
February 23rd, 8pm at the Brass Door
Tuesday Show is in Love with Rob Love, Mary Beth Poppins, Mark Brimble, and Nashville’s Mary Jay Berger, Josh Wagner and Brad Sativa!