Artist, poet, and climate justice advocate Neha Misra joins The Truth In This Art podcast.
Misra shares how growing up in India, studying physics, and her cultural roots shape her creative work. Misra's art blends visual art, poetry, and climate justice activism.
Misra discusses how reclaiming creativity helped her navigate periods of loss and anxiety. Misra shares her belief in art as an essential force for healing, resilience, and connection. She talks about finding inspiration in nature and using art bring people together and inspire hope. Misra shares her experience sharing vulnerable work and why creativity matters for everyone.
Topics Covered:
- How Indian heritage, physics, and environmental activism converge in Misra’s art
- The role of creativity and imagination in healing from loss and building community
- Using poetry, painting, and storytelling as tools for advocacy and connection
- Art as medicine—for the self and society—in confronting climate and social crises
- The power of circles, collective stories, and shared vulnerability
- Reclaiming and redefining creativity against systems of extraction and oppression
- The ongoing journey toward hope, resilience, and a more connected world
Ready to experience Neha Misra’s creative world?
Visit www.nehamisrastudio.com or follow @nehamisrastudio on Instagram.
Host: Rob Lee
Music: Original music by Daniel Alexis Music with additional music from Chipzard and TeTresSeis.
Production:
- Produced by Rob Lee & Daniel Alexis
- Edited by Daniel Alexis
- Show Notes courtesy of Rob Lee and Transistor
Photos:
- Rob Lee photos by Vicente Martin for The Truth In This Art and Contrarian Aquarian Media.
- Guest photos courtesy of the guest, unless otherwise noted.
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