Best Ann Thatcher Podcasts (2025)

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Think Like a Children's Museum, with Edwin Link 1:10:48

1d ago1:10:48

1:10:48

What if every museum were more like ... a children’s museum? Why is play “agnostic”? Can you design an entire museum for every generation, all at the same time? How are children’s museums like (and not like) other museums? How did they get that way? Wait, could we make an entire exhibition out of nothing but cardboard boxes? What is “co-learning”? …

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A Museum Transformed with AI, with Kimberly Beaudin & Geoff Thatcher 1:06:56

15d ago1:06:56

1:06:56

What can we learn from one of the most complex AI projects in any museum today? What is the history of AI in museums? Can we add AI to our experiences without a complete renovation? How do you teach an AI about 775 different football teams? How can AI put visitors literally into a story? Is AI accurate enough for a museum? What about bias? Doesn’t …

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Creating Effective Museum Experiences, with Lynda Roscoe Hartigan 1:04:24

1M ago1:04:24

1:04:24

What if the secret to better museums was … neuroscience? How can museums inspire human creativity? How much media should be in a gallery — or should there be any? How soon should you get feedback on your exhibition ideas? Can museums help us all “escape the algorithm”? What does knitting have to do with visitor satisfaction? In this episode, we’ll …

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Chicks Rock 2025 55:54

2M ago55:54

55:54

🌟 **This Episode of The Balcony Show!** 🌟 Join us as we celebrate the incredible talent of female artists in independent music! This week, we’re shining a spotlight on some of the most powerful voices and innovative sounds that the music scene has to offer. From soulful ballads to electrifying anthems, these phenomenal women are breaking boundaries…

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Jason Bieler And The Baron Von Bielski Orchestra 55:58

2M ago55:58

55:58

🎉 In this episode of The Balcony Show, we’re beyond excited to welcome the incredibly talented Jason Bieler, former member of Saigon Kick and platinum-song selling artist! 🎸 Join us for an unforgettable episode filled with music and an exclusive interview where Jason dives into his latest album, “Escapologist,” and shares behind-the-scenes stories …

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The Balcony Show Double Trouble 47:10

2M ago47:10

47:10

Tune in this week as we share music from some of the very best independent duo’s on the scene! With music from: Burr Island, Fahad And Kelly, Fox and Bones, Kindred, Of Sea and Stone, The Condriacs, and The Rightly So @#catchingrisingstars #thebalconyshowrocks #DoubleTrouble #independentmusic #radioshow #likefollowshare🎶🤘😎🎶 Hosted on Acast. See aca…

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Museum as Lab, with Ann Neumann 58:27

2M ago58:27

58:27

What if a museum were more like a laboratory? What if our exhibits were experiments? What if our galleries were more about questions, rather than answers? What if we didn’t fear failure as much? What if scientists, artists, and technologists all created exhibitions together? What happens when you edit an exhibit about editing DNA? Should every proj…

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Ashes Fall 54:09

2M ago54:09

54:09

In this episode of The Balcony Show we are featuring music and an interview from Reverbnation selectee Ashes Fall #catchingrisingstars #thebalconyshowrocks #independentmusic #radioshow #likefollowshare🎶🤘😎🎶 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Pip Marsh 55:27

2M ago55:27

55:27

In this episode of The Balcony Show, we are featuring music and an interview with rising star Pip Marsh! Join us for another fantastic show filled with fun and music! #catchingrisingstars #thebalconyshowrocks #indiemusicsupport #radioshow #likefollowshare🎶🤘😎🎶 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Kyle Coulahan 50:14

2M ago50:14

50:14

🎶 **This Episode of The Balcony Show!** 🎶 Join us for an exciting episode featuring Kyle Coulahan! With over 20 artist cuts, his powerful voice and vivid lyrics have captivated both major label and independent artists alike. Don’t miss our exclusive interview and a showcase of his incredible music! #thebalconyshowrocks #kylecoulahan #catchingrising…

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Rudy Colombini 53:39

2M ago53:39

53:39

In this episode of The Balcony Show, get ready for an unforgettable experience with the incredible Rudy Colombini! A dynamic artist known for his captivating stage presence and powerful songwriting, Rudy has spent decades mesmerizing audiences with his unique blend of rock, blues, and heartfelt ballads. His lyrics, rich with personal stories and un…

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Jazzu 55:33

2M ago55:33

55:33

In this episode of The Balcony Show, get ready for an electrifying episode featuring the incredible Jazzu! This critically acclaimed artist has taken the Lithuanian music scene by storm, establishing herself as one of its most influential forces. With her groundbreaking sound captivating audiences around the globe, Jazzu's innovative creations are …

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2024 ReCap Show 55:01

2M ago55:01

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Community Engagement Misconceptions, with Nu Goteh 51:18

3M ago51:18

51:18

What if we're doing community engagement … wrong? How long should the process really take for a museum or exhibition? What’s the difference between demographics and psychographics? What does it mean to “move at the pace of community”? Why do community engagement experts sometimes cringe when they hear the word “charrette”? And what exactly does “co…

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Playful Engagement, with Ed Rodley 58:41

3M ago58:41

58:41

What if we combined immersion, emotion, storytelling — and games? We all want “engagement” … but what is engagement? How can our projects create it? What are the elements that go into it? Can game theory and play teach us how to make our experiences better? What is “narrative transportation”? Why are emotions key to memory creation? And what do Ren…

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Sculpting History, with Ivan Schwartz 57:34

4M ago57:34

57:34

Can a statue change American history? How do we decide who gets a statue? What happens when you realize how many people deserve a statue but never got one? What’s the difference between a “forensic sculpture” for an interpretive exhibition, and one you’d put in a fine art show? Why are some museums just not complete without a bronze statue of the m…

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Secrets of Museum Display Case Design, with Stéphanie Bilodeau 55:50

4M ago55:50

55:50

How do you make a museum display case disappear? This episode is a masterclass in museum display case design. To the untrained eye, museum display cases look like what you’d find in a gift shop. But under the hood, they couldn’t be more different — and they are 100% unique to the museum world. Secrets we’ll reveal: art envelopes, non-offgassing, ai…

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Indie Radar Feature Show 55:19

5M ago55:19

55:19

Join us for the Indie Radar Feature Presentation with Bo Sommer, where we have the incredible Katalin Bartfai-Walcott, founder and CTO, alongside Jeff Marek, the CEO of Ambient Enterprises. They’re here to dive into the world of AI and share essential insights every creator needs to safeguard their work. Don’t miss out on this dynamic discussion! #…

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Springbrooke 55:09

5M ago55:09

55:09

Tune in this episode of The Balcony Show as we bring you music and an interview with Roots Rock group Springbrooke! #catchingrisingstars #thebalconyshowrocks #springbrooke #independentmusic #radioshow #LikeFollowShare Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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The Extensions 49:26

5M ago49:26

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Get ready for an electrifying episode! Join us as we dive into an exclusive interview with Brian from The Extensions, where we’ll explore the creative magic behind their sound. Plus, don’t miss your chance to hear a sneak peek of their brand new single, "Bridesmaid"! You won’t want to miss this musical journey! #catchingrisingstars #thebalconyshowr…

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Story-Based Design, with Alan Reed 52:47

5M ago52:47

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Can a building tell a story? How do you design a glass wall to be ... mist? What if architecture, landscape, and exhibitions were all thought of as one thing? What changes when you etch barbed wire into a handrail? How can the floor plan of an entire museum relate to a nautilus shell? What does “A.D.R.O.I.T.” stand for? We’re going to find out, so …

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Larry Dvoskin Returns 55:43

6M ago55:43

55:43

Get ready for an electrifying episode this week! We’re thrilled to present an exclusive interview with the legendary Larry Dvoskin, the visionary producer and co-author behind Al Jardine’s latest single, “Wish”! This is an opportunity you won’t want to miss as we dive deep into the fascinating story behind this stunning reimagined version, celebrat…

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Designing with Animals, with Jacqueline Bershad 56:24

6M ago56:24

56:24

How would you design an exhibit — if an animal’s life depended on it? What is the number one reason people come to the National Aquarium? When should you take ego out of design? What is a “machine for living”? Which is right: “know-feel-do” or “feel-know-do”? (Hint: might not be the first one.) Why would an aquarium visitor want to hear from the pe…

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Alicia Beale 55:58

6M ago55:58

55:58

In this episode of The Balcony Show, we are very excited to bring you music and an interview with rising star Alicia Beale! Alicia is on the show to talk about her latest single “Cowboy Gravity” and more! #catchingrisingstars #thebalconyshowrocks #aliciabeale #indiemusicsupport #LikeFollowShare Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more inform…

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Making a Memorial Museum, with Alice Greenwald 1:04:36

6M ago1:04:36

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How do you make an institution that's both a museum and a memorial — at the same time? How are exhibitions like theater? Is a museum a group experience, or a personal one — or is that a trick question? When is it time to trust your gut? Why is collaboration so important? When is a single milk can the most important object in a museum? How can one s…

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Balcony Favorites 55:45

7M ago55:45

55:45

Tune in this episode of The Balcony Show, as we are dishing up stellar music from some of our favorite independent artists! Featuring music from: Galen Deery, Christian Porter, Fox and Bones, Wood Box Heroes, Kind Hearted Thieves, Burr Island, Hope Darling, The American Hotel System, Wicked Smile & Mat D #catchingrisingstars #thebalconyshowrocks #b…

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Xtreme Intent 52:17

7M ago52:17

52:17

Tune in to this episode of The Balcony Show, we rock your world with some stellar tunage from featured guest Xtreme Intent! Chris joins us to talk about his new self titled album and more! Our dude of all things awesome Madcat has the song “Nothing” By: Thousand Frames in this week’s Maadtraxx, Donna Gallucci is catching up with Coldwards and their…

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Nate Ruvin 50:37

7M ago50:37

50:37

In this episode of The Balcony Show, we bring you music and an interview with the incredibly talented singer/songwriter/producer Nate Ruvin! Nate has recently collaborated with Christian Love from The Beach Boys on a brand new EP “Living For Today” and he joins us to talk about it! #catchingrisingstars #thebalconyshowrocks #nateruvin #indiemusicsup…

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Pat Burgener & Oddbox 50:13

8M ago50:13

50:13

In this episode of The Balcony Show, we are super stoked to share music and an interview with Pat Burgener & Oddbox ! Olympic competitor Pat joins forces with his brother Oddboz to create some stellar tunage! Check out their new song “Free” and don’t forget to check out their interview this week! #catchingrisingstars #thebLconyshowrocks Hosted on A…

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Chicks Rock! 55:49

8M ago55:49

55:49

In this episode of on The Balcony Show we are rocking up the airwaves with some of our favorite female artists! Featuring music from Bright-Eyed & Blind, Gina Fritz, Koizumi, Lovelorn Dolls, Nikol,The Beautiful Distortion, and ZamTrip #catchingrisingstars #thebalconyshowrocks #femaleartists #indiemusicsupport #radioshow #LikeFollowShare Hosted on A…

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The Duskwhales 51:46

8M ago51:46

51:46

In this episode of The Balcony Show, as we feature music and an interview with alt/rockers The Duskwhales! #catchingrisingstars #thebalconyshowrocks #theduskwhales #independentmusic #indiemusicsupport #radioshow #LikeFollowShare Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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A New Community for the Exhibition Field, with Cybelle Jones, Steven Rosen, and George Mayer 40:19

8M ago40:19

40:19

Is there an organization for the exhibition field? A new initiative is picking up steam. The exhibition community in the US, some say, has recently gone from having “nearly one” professional organization — to none at all. That’s because of the unexpected 2023 dissolution of NAME, the National Association for Museum Exhibition, a group within the Am…

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Hope Darling 55:53

8M ago55:53

55:53

In this episode of The Balcony Show, we feature music and an interview with the super group American Bluegrass band Wood Box Heroes! #catchingrisingstars #thebalconyshowrocks #woodboxheroes #indiemusiemusicsupport #radioshow #LikeFollowShare Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Woodbox Heroes 54:51

9M ago54:51

54:51

In this episode of The Balcony Show, we feature music and an interview with the super group American Bluegrass band Wood Box Heroes! #catchingrisingstars #thebalconyshowrocks #woodboxheroes #indiemusiemusicsupport #radioshow #LikeFollowShare Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Karmacoda 55:27

9M ago55:27

55:27

In this episode of The Balcony Show, we feature music and an interview with Karmacoda! #catchingrisingstars #thebalconyshowrocks #karmacoda #indiemusiemusicsupport #radioshow #LikeFollowShare Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Kings County 55:34

9M ago55:34

55:34

In this episode of The Balcony Show, we are super stoked to bring you music and an interview from Florida rockers KINGS COUNTY #catchingrisingstars #thebalconyshowrocks #KingsCounty #indiemusiemusicsupport #radioshow #LikeFollowShare Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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The Client Side of Major Projects, with Amy Weisser 1:06:21

9M ago1:06:21

1:06:21

“The client’s role is not to solve the problem — it’s to state the problem.” What’s the client’s perspective in major cultural projects? What are “client user groups?” What’s the difference between advocating for the client, and advocating for the project? How do you “inhabit your project?” How might a single gender-inclusive restroom project chang…

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Scrappy PR for Museums, with Sarah Maiellano 1:04:59

9M ago1:04:59

1:04:59

Can you get big press with a small budget? (Hint: Yes.) For museums, small firms, and independent consultants, this episode is packed with literally dozens of ideas from a master of scrappy PR. What is the #1 tip about PR, if you forgot all the others? How do you get a journalist’s attention? How do you get in the news without something new? Who sh…

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The Orange Clouds 50:45

9M ago50:45

50:45

In this episode of The Balcony Show we are featuring music and an interview with Alt/Rock band The Orange Clouds. Our dude of all things awesome Madcat has the single "Finger On The Trigger" from Wake Me in this week's Maadtraxx, Donna has the new single 'Mother" from Burr Island, Bo has another great tip for Indie artists and Mike is bringing the …

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Eden James 55:54

9M ago55:54

55:54

In this week's episode of The Balcony Show, multi award winning Eden James is back to talk about his latest single “Robots” and more! Our dude of all things awesome Madcat has the single “Rockstar” from ReverbNation selectee Lady Anemoia, Bo has another great tip on Indie Radar, Donna is catching us up with the new single “Since You’ve Been Gone” f…

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Jack The Radio 54:20

9M ago54:20

54:20

In this week's episode of The Balcony Show, we are very excited to bring you music and interview with Jack the Radio! George is on to talk about their new album “Under Lonely Light” Our dude of all things awesome Madcat has the new single “Space Lady In A Pick-Up Truck” By: Miskimon Brothers, Bo has another great tip on algorithms in this week’s In…

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Robert Paul Band 54:02

9M ago54:02

54:02

In this episode of The Balcony Show, we are super stoked to bring you music and interview with The Robert Paul Band! Tune in as Robert Paul and Tim McGeary join us to talk about their new album “Lucky Number Seven” and more! Our dude of all things awesome Madcat has the single “Winter Sun” from ReverbNation selectee Oliver James, Bo is talkin Tune …

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Six Keys for Unlocking Your Most Playful, Creative Work, with Jonathan Goldstein and Kyle Talbott 49:59

10M ago49:59

49:59

Have we lost a sense of playfulness in our work … and could we get it back? In museums for children, why does “analog usually beat digital?” What’s a “climbing structure”? What are design metaphors, and why should planners beware of them? How can exhibition teams better empathize with one another’s fears and concerns? Why should a museum profession…

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Christian Love 55:31

10M ago55:31

55:31

In this episode of The Balcony Show, as we are super stoked to feature music and an interview with Christian Love! Christian is on the show to talk about his new album “Only Alibis” and his upcoming tour with The Beach Boys! Our dude of all things awesome Madcat has the single “We Won” by: Brett Benowitz, Bo is talking interns in Indie Radar, and D…

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Jason Kirkness 49:46

10M ago49:46

49:46

In this episode of The Balcony Show, we are kicking up some country with our featured guest Jason Kirkness and his new release “Right Where I Want You”! Our dude of all things awesome Madcat has the new single “Hard Truth” from @haileynewmanofficial, Bo is talking AI in this week’s Indie Radar and Donna has the song “Need Your Love” By Austin Hopki…

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Matt Kraven 48:40

10M ago48:40

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In this episode of The Balcony Show, we feature music and an interview with rising star Matt Craven! Matt is on the show to talk about his new Ep “The Beginning”! Join us for another great episode! #catchingrisingstars #thebalconyshowrocks #MattCraven #indiemusicsupport #radioshow Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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The Money Pie Chart, with Amy Kaufman 51:52

11M ago51:52

51:52

How do new museums make money — really? In this episode, we lift the veil on new museum projects and money. What is “the peril of the bicycle wheel”? Is it bad to rely on “anchor funding”? How many kinds of revenue should a new museum project have? What happens if you have the wrong number? (Hint: eh, not so good.) How much money do endowments make…

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Gina Fritz 54:35

11M ago54:35

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This week on The Balcony Show, we are bringing some stellar rock tunage! Featured guest: Gina Fritz , Spotlight Coldwards , and Maadtraxx Dark Remedy and #catchingrisingstars #thebalconyshowrocks #ginafritz #coldwards #darkrememdy #thisweek #indiemusicsupport #radioshow #likefollowshare🎶🤘😎🎶 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informatio…

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Circus Lessons for Museum Professionals, with Jennifer Lemmer Posey 50:12

11M ago50:12

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What’s the role of wonder in experience design? What can the circus teach us to make our exhibitions better? (Spoiler alert: a lot.) Could being “with it and for it” be the secret to success for museum projects? How much technology is too much? Can we really design for all five senses? Can an exhibition be a high-wire act — literally? Jennifer Lemm…

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Beyond “Exit Through the Gift Shop”, with David Franke 57:18

11M ago57:18

57:18

Do museum stores actually make any money? What are they really for? Can a store act like an exhibition? What does “cap rate” mean? How big should a museum store be? What percentage of visitors go into one, and how many of them buy something? Why should you get an expert to design your store, and what happens when you don’t? David Franke (museum sto…

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