Art On The Air

ART ON THE AIR is an hour-long radio show / podcast that opens with a short interview about local art events in Northwest Indiana's three county area, then continues to the long-form feature interview portion. Guests include individual artists, photographers, gallery owner/curators, festival sponsors, authors, the shakers and movers in NW Indiana, Chicago and beyond vibrant art, theater, and music scene, plus much more. Hosts are Larry A Brechner, long-time theater director, photographic artist, and arts organization board member, and Ester Golden, owner of The Nest in Michigan City.

Episodes

This week on ART ON THE AIR features accomplished concert pianist and professor of piano, Jasmin Arakawa, artist and graphic designer Adam Halon, spotlight on Book, Brushes, and Bands for Education

April 23, 2025 • 58 mins

This week (5/9 & 5/11) on ART ON THE AIR features accomplished concert pianist and professor of piano, Jasmin Arakawa, who will be featured at the Michigan City Chamber Festival on May 18th. Next , artist and graphic designer Adam Halon, whose work is inspired by The Region.Our spotlight is on Book, Brushes, and Bands for Education’s Youth Choir Concert and their annual Book Brigade in June.Tune in on Sunday at 7pm on Lakeshore Pub...

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This week on ART ON THE AIR our whole show features musician, Bethy Love Light, previewing her new song release, “Samadhi," spotlight on Chicago Street Theatre’s TeenFest May 9th and 10th

April 18, 2025 • 58 mins

This week (5/2 & 5/4) on ART ON THE AIR our whole show features intergalactic star-rockin' musician, BethyLoveLight, whose stellar variety of music ranges from angelic down-tempo to hip-hop/reggae/rock and she will exclusively preview her new song release, “Samadhi.”Our spotlight is on Chicago Street Theatre’s annual presentation of TeenFest, featuring their Teen Ensemble members performing three short plays at different age levels...

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This week on ART ON THE AIR features actor and film maker, Michelle Joy Jardine, mural artist, Ahmad Lee, “Reco the Great” spotlight on Indiana Ballet Theatre’s “Sleeping Beauty”

April 17, 2025 • 58 mins

This week (4/25 & 4/27) on ART ON THE AIR features actor and award-winning filmmaker from Chicago, Michelle Joy Jardine, who will be appearing as Dusty in the Towle Theater production of “Potus.” Next we have a return visit with Chicago-based mural artist, Ahmad Lee, “Reco the Great” updating us on his new projects and June exhibit at Gallery Guichard.Our spotlight is on Indiana Ballet Theatre’s production of “Sleeping Beauty” on M...

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This week on ART ON THE AIR our whole show features music orchestrator and conductor, Greg Jamrok, and spotlight on Chesterton Art Center's outdoor Un-Gala on May 9th

March 26, 2025 • 58 mins

This week (4/18 & 4/20) on ART ON THE AIR our whole show features 1994 Highland High School graduate and band alumni, Greg Jamrok, who went onto a prolific 30-year career scoring many television shows including the last four Academy Award ceremonies and several Oscar award winning motion pictures.Our spotlight is on Chesterton Art Center’s outdoor Art After Dark Un-Gala on May 9th plus their May exhibit, Material Truths, featuring ...

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This week on ART ON THE AIR features printmaking professor, William Tourtillotte, Syracuse Poster Project director, Jim Emmons, and spotlight on Family Folklore Foundation’s Meg DeMakas

March 25, 2025 • 58 mins

This week (4/11 & 4/13) on ART ON THE AIR features the professor behind printmaking at IU South Bend, William Tourtillotte, whose work revolves around themes of plant forms, current news and popular culture. Next co-founder and director of the Syracuse Poster Project, Jim Emmons, that creates an annual series of illustrated poetry posters for public display.Our spotlight is on Family Folklore Foundation’s Meg DeMakas presentation o...

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This week on ART ON THE AIR our whole show features President and CEO for Chicago’s National Museum of Mexican Art, José Ochoa, spotlight on LaPorte County Symphony’s Pops Concert

March 19, 2025 • 58 mins

This week (4/4 & 4/6) on ART ON THE AIR our whole show features President and CEO for Chicago’s National Museum of Mexican Art, José Ochoa, whose shares his diverse career in the performing arts, dance, music, theatre, visual arts as well as his work in arts administration and education.Our spotlight is on LaPorte County Symphony’s Pops Concert, Some Enchanted Evening featuring the music of Rodgers and Hammerstein April 12th at...

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This week on ART ON THE AIR features knife craftsman Aric Geeasaman , poet Ryan Steinbeck, and spotlight on Dunes Arts Foundation summer Theater

March 12, 2025 • 58 mins

This week (3/28 & 3/30) on ART ON THE AIR features Aric Geesaman whose search for the perfect knife, learned how to craft beautiful custom-made knives that are both functional and collectable. Next from his new book of poetry, “Loss, Aging, Gratitude, Acceptance,” Ryan Steinbeck shares several of his poems. Our spotlight is on Dunes Arts Foundation previewing their 2025 Summer Theater Season with Steve Scott and Elise Kermani.Tune ...

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This week on ART ON THE AIR features news reporter and author, Carolyn Boiarsky, contemporary quilt maker, Vickie Wheatley, spotlight ion the Center for Creative Solutions 2025 Poetry Showcase.

March 5, 2025 • 58 mins

This week (3/21 & 3/23) on ART ON THE AIR features beginning her career as West Virginia Statehouse correspondent for United Press International in 1964, Carolyn R. Boiarsky, later became a television news reporter, author, and professor of English discussing her book “Lead Babies and Poisoned Housing.” Next Louisville contemporary quilt maker and fiber artist, Vickie Wheatley creating quilts with bold, abstract designs and ric...

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This week on ART ON THE AIR features singer-songwriter Nikki O’Neill, actor, playwright and producer, Charbria Shine, spotlight on the Brincka Cross Gardens Renovation

February 26, 2025 • 58 mins

This week (3/14 & 3/16) on ART ON THE AIR features Chicago-based Americana singer-songwriter, guitarist Nikki O’Neill who blends soul, rhythm & blues, and gospel music into her very own style and previewing selections from her new album, “Stories I Only Tell My Friends” released March 14th. Next we have actor, playwright and producer, Charbria Shine discussing her show “Single Woman Chronicles” appearing one night only Marc...

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This week on Art On The Air features musicians Marty and Corinne Lucas along with their many other pursuits, and spotlight on Duns Arts Foundation's presentation of "Two Trains Running"

February 21, 2025 • 58 mins

This week (3/7 & 3/9) on ART ON THE AIR our whole show features the local husband and wife musicians, Marty and Corinne Lucas with selections from their acoustic-oriented, folk band, Return to Normal, plus Marty discusses his work with Optical Music Recognition of public domain music scores, and Corrine’s new appointment as executive director for Northern Indiana Community Foundation.Our spotlight is on Dunes Arts Foundation’s spec...

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This week on ART ON THE AIR features 24/7 Production LLC, Jack and Kim Olesker and their storied career in entertainment and non-profits, and spotlight on LaPorte County Symphony's Spring Concert

February 13, 2025 • 58 mins

This week (2/28 & 3/2) on ART ON THE AIR our whole show features the husband and wife team of 24/7 Production LLC, Jack and Kim Olesker discussing their four decade career in television, film, and novels, plus Kim’s two decades of work in the non-profit arena currently serving as President and CEO of Lakeshore Chamber of Commerce.Our spotlight is on LaPorte County Symphony’s “Sounds of Spring” concert Sunday, March 9th at 3pm at Ho...

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This week on ART ON THE AIR features Lisa Bennett and artist PeQue, art project, actor Madison Meeron in the Towle Theatre's "The Mad Ones," spotlight on Lubeznik Center for the Arts spiring exhibit

February 12, 2025 • 58 mins

This week (2/21 & 2/23) on ART ON THE AIR features executive consultant Lisa Bennett and artist PeQue discussing the Gary Alumni Pathway to Students (GAPS) project to revitalize Gary with art and billboards. Next actor Madison Meeron appears in the Towle Theatre musical, The Mad Ones opening February 28th.Spotlight on the Ordinary Wonders exhibit running February 28th through June 15th at Lubeznik Center for the Arts.Tune in on Sun...

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This week on ART ON THE AIR features an indie-folk cellist, vocalist, songwriter, Ellie Barber, Ollella , Next we author Risa August, Spotlight is on Chicago Street Theater

February 4, 2025 • 58 mins

This week (2/14 & 2/16) on ART ON THE AIR features an indie-folk cellist, vocalist, songwriter, Ellie Barber, Ollella , previewing her new album Antifragile coming in March 2025. Next we feature the author of “The Road Unpaved: Border to Border with a Brain Tumor and a Bike,” Risa August, about her journey of rediscovery after her diagnosis. Our Spotlight is on Chicago Street Theater’s farce comedy, “Rules For Living” opening...

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This week on ART ON THE AIR features country music singer/songwriter, Jessica Lynn , Emmy Award winning filmmaker, Carmen Vincent, Spotlight on the Tomfoolery Fun Club

January 21, 2025 • 58 mins

This week (2/7 & 2/9) on ART ON THE AIR features country music singer/songwriter, Jessica Lynn sharing her new album, “All I Own.” next we feature Emmy Award winning filmmaker, Carmen Vincent plus her new role as executive director for Project Neighbors. Our Spotlight is on the return of the Tomfoolery Fun Club to Michigan City’s Orak Shrine on February 15th for a special Valentines Day show with Tom Byelick and Ms Michele. Tune ...

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This week on ART ON THE AIR features acoustic bluegrass band, Nu-Blu , acrylic artist Gretchen Scott, and Spotlight on the LaPorte County Symphony’s “Animal Kingdom” concert

January 15, 2025 • 58 mins

This week (1/31 & 2/2) on ART ON THE AIR features acoustic bluegrass band, Nu-Blu with its founders Daniel and Carolyn Routh discussing their new album, “Where You’ve Been.” Next we have acrylic artist and art educator Gretchen Scott, who work was recently exhibit at Lower Lincoln. Our Spotlight is on the LaPorte County Symphony’s “Animal Kingdom” concert, with Executive Director, Emily Yiannias. Tune in on Sunday at 7pm on ...

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This week on ART ON THE AIR features Region author and journalist, Mark Taylor, independent film actor, screenwriter, and producer Derek McMahan, spotlight on the Duneland Photography Club

January 7, 2025 • 58 mins

This week (1/24 & 1/26) on ART ON THE AIR features life-long Region author and journalist, Mark Taylor reflects on his press roots and his new book, “Hospital, Heal Thyself ,” about optimizing health care. Next independent film actor, screenwriter, and producer LaPorte native Derek McMahan, whose work on numerous projects can be seen throughout the Midwest. Our Spotlight is on the Duneland Photography Club’s February 2025 exh...

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This week on ART ON THE AIR features Grammy award-winning guitarist/vocalist Clay Ross, founder of the new artist group, The Art Table, Laura Thiel, spotlight on the 2025 For The Love of Art Fair

December 19, 2024 • 58 mins

This week (1/17 & 1/19) on ART ON THE AIR features multi-Grammy award-winning guitarist/vocalist Clay Ross, discussing his new group, American Patchwork Quartet and their debut album of the same title. Next the founder of the new artist group, The Art Table, Laura Thiel, also discusses her photography. Our Spotlight is on the 2025 For The Love of Art Fair coming to the South Bend Century Center February 1st and 2nd with its fo...

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This week on ART ON THE AIR our whole show features the Chesterton Art Center with Billy and Polly Pozzo, new education director Cara Schmitt, spotlight on executive director Hannah Hammond-Hagman

December 13, 2024 • 58 mins

This week (1/10 & 1/12) on ART ON THE AIR our whole show features a focus on the Chesterton Art Center first with local artist, sculptor, and single dad Billy Pozzo, and his artist daughter Polly Pozzo discussing their unique art exhibit. Next the new education director Cara Schmitt discuses classes at the art center. Our Spotlight is on the first exhibit at the art center with executive director Hannah Hammond-Hagman plus oth...

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This week on ART ON THE AIR features the Executive director for the Porter County Museum, Kevin Pazour, Pan-O-Ply Magazines' Dan Breen and Cynthia Davis, spotlight on Meg Demakas' new book.

November 29, 2024 • 58 mins

This week (1/3 & 1/5) on ART ON THE AIR features the Executive director for the Porter County Museum, Kevin Pazour, discussing its mission. Next with have the publishers and editors of the Michiana arts magazine, Pan-O-Ply, Dan Breen and Cynthia Davis discussing their quarterly publication. Our Spotlight is on Family Folklore Foundation’s Meg Demakas discussing her new book, “Millennia of Progress 1933-2023 The Chicago World’s...

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This New Year’s week on ART ON THE AIR features a return visit Alan Harrison, next gifted ceramic artist Norbert Shimkus, and spotlight on For The Love of Art Fair

November 23, 2024 • 58 mins

This New Year’s week (12/27 & 12/29) on ART ON THE AIR features a return visit with nonprofit executive Alan Harrison, discussing his new follow up book, Scene Change 2, about how non-profit arts boards need to function. Next retired design and art director, Norbert Shimkus, sharing his work as a gifted ceramic artist. Our Spotlight is on For The Love of Art Fair at South Bend’s Century Center coming February 1st and 2nd. Tun...

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