Curious About Art? with Ena Nearon Exploring Creativity, Culture, and Community Through the Arts
WCSU-FM is proud to introduce a compelling new podcast series: Curious About Art? with Ena Nearon. Hosted by the esteemed arts advocate and curator Ena Nearon, this podcast offers an insightful journey into the world of art, highlighting the intersections of creativity, culture, and community.
🎙️ About the Podcast
"Curious About Art?" delves into the stories of artists, educators, and cultural leaders who shape and reflect our diverse artistic landscape. Each episode features in-depth conversations that explore the inspirations, challenges, and societal impacts of art across various media. Listeners will gain a deeper understanding of how art influences and is influenced by the communities it serves.
🎨 Meet Your Host: Ena Nearon
Ena Nearon is a dedicated arts professional with a rich background in curating and promoting visual arts. As the founder of Ten Talents Network, she has supported creative artists through content development, social media marketing, and art exhibitions. Her curatorial work includes the notable retrospective exhibition of African American artist Raymond P. Harris at Antioch College's Herndon Gallery, which brought renewed attention to Harris's contributions to the art world. Ena's commitment to elevating underrepresented voices in art makes her an insightful and passionate guide for this podcast series.
🌟 Featured Guests
The inaugural season of "Curious About Art?" showcases conversations with a diverse array of influential figures in the arts:
- Willis "Bing" Davis: Renowned Dayton visual artist and educator known for his work that bridges African heritage and contemporary art.
- Jenny Roesel Ustick: Acclaimed Cincinnati muralist and University of Cincinnati art professor whose large-scale public artworks engage with social and cultural themes.
- Dr. Kevin McGruder: Historian and Antioch University academic whose research delves into Yellow Springs African American urban history and community development.
- Rachel Evans Nead, Ph.D: CultureWorks Director of Grantmaking & Impact with a focus on supporting arts organizations and fostering community engagement.
- Bomani Moyenda: Yellow Springs social justice advocate and cultural commentator dedicated to exploring the role of art in activism.
🔗 Tune In
Join us on this enlightening exploration of art and its profound impact on society. "Curious About Art? with Ena Nearon" is available on WCSU-FM's website. Subscribe now to stay updated on new episodes and be part of the conversation that celebrates the transformative power of art.
