Hard Conversations Podcast

Hard Conversations Podcast

Hard Conversations is a brand new podcast that highlights artists and creators in Detroit, Michigan. We discuss the artist's process, inspiration, challenges and some fun facts about them. http://www.hardgallery.art

Episodes

March 5, 2021 125 mins

Episode 12 is a conversation with chef John Yelinek ( @quartdeli on instagram ) He is one half of Pariah (@pariah.dining), recently opened Shelby in Detroit and is popping up every first Sunday of the month at Milwaukee Caffe. This Thursday Pariah is preparing a one of of kind event at Voyager in Ferndale. It is the TYEE TAKEOVER. They have put together 10 dishes that will be made from this 35 lb Tyee Ora King Salmon. Only 5 are ha...

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Episode 11 is a conversation with Melissa who is a death doula in training, metalsmith and jazz musician based out of Detroit. We discuss the effects of covid , how to deal with death as well as other topics. You can follow Melissa on Instagram @o.k.sure and @it.is.ok.to.die the next death death cafe is in February 26th, be sure to contact her for details on how you can participate!
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February 8, 2021 174 mins
In episode 10, I sit down with Rick Brown, my father! We switched up for the format (he interviews me) so we can discuss my childhood, Hard Gallery's challenges/solutions during the pandemic and plans for the future.  Sharing some of this stuff with Downtown Ricky Brown brought up some interesting details and behind the scenes info--like how Hard Gallery got it's name.
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January 28, 2021 123 mins

In Episode 9 we chat with Problematic Black Hottie, a dj and creative figure based out of Detroit. We discuss how her African roots and living in various places molded her into the unique individual she has become. You can stay up to date with her doings on her website www.problematicblackhottie.com

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January 19, 2021 123 mins

Morgan is born and raised on the west of the state near Lake Michigan. She is currently in the urban and regional planning PhD program at the University of Michigan. In Part 1 of this episode,  Morgan and I discuss: how actionable steps are necessary for change, the importance of visualizing an equitable society as well as her research related to anti-capitalism. 

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January 19, 2021 59 mins

In Part 2 of this episode we give Morgan's brain a break and have a conversation about her love for ceramics, architecture and photography. We also chat about: how she co-created an all girls skate club ( See You Tuesday ) , pregnancy cravings and some of her favorite artists. 


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January 7, 2021 122 mins

Starting off the New Year with a conversation with Dev Will.  He's a Detroit born and raised vegan chef, photographer and film maker currently based out of LA. He has a publication coming soon entitled, A Break From the Screen. We cover how his creative career began during his internship at Burn Rubber and discuss the exciting projects sprung from those early connections. 

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December 24, 2020 145 mins

Episode 6 is a conversation with artist and designer, Mike Han. He discusses his journey as a sushi chef, art school student, artist and designer. Mike is exhibiting his first solo show on December 31st online at www.thehouseofhan.com In this podcast he also opens up about his creative process and love for hand rolls.

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December 17, 2020 139 mins

Episode 5 is a conversation with Paulina Petkoski. She is a designer, the co-owner of Playground Detroit, stylist, and Adjunct professor at Center for Creative Studies in Detroit, Mi. She has recently designed INTRODUCTION TO SUSTAINABILITY IN FASHION, the first course of its kind at CCS, a dedicated class focused on sustainability.  She recently created the Farmer Street Pop-up Shop for the holidays, a project she's been plan...

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December 11, 2020 37 secs
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December 10, 2020 144 mins

In episode 4 our guest Martyna discusses how she became a freelance designer and also an exhibiting artist in Detroit. We also cover the challenges she had to experience being a woman in the design field, a list of artists she is a fan of and the encouragement she had from her family to pursue a creative career.

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December 3, 2020 149 mins

Episode 3 covers a very open and honest conversation with a typically private man, James Adams. He opens up about his creative process, the bumps he had to get over, his inspiration, and the challenges he faces in the creative community. 

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November 26, 2020 84 mins
In episode 2 of Hard Conversations, we chat with French American sound engineer, Thibault. We discuss his classical music background, influences from the Detroit music community and also his journey of how he got to where he is now.
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November 19, 2020 73 mins
In this episode of Hard Conversation, we have a chat with lens artist, Lancer, who is based out of Detroit, Mi. We cover topics discussing the challenges and solutions to becoming a fulfilled artist in the city, her Filipino background as well as her...
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