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The Perspecta - Mid-century Modern Stories

The Perspecta

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Modernist design: it is timeless, clean, functional, and often familiar. The more you learn, the more you recognize… it is all around us. Upon reflection, admiration grows. The Perspecta aims to expand your knowledge, through tastefully interviewing the most interesting, conversant, and influential members of our community. Come listen, subscribe, and start discovering your next mid-century modern obsession right now.
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Megan & Todd Walsh with Atomic Furnishing | Episode 13 39:56

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While we can’t be on the ground in North Carolina to assist our guests, we wanted to do anything we could in order to spread awareness of the devastation around the Asheville area after Helene, and galvanize whatever support we could on their behalf. In addition to recapping the last 3 difficult weeks, we’ll hear the story of their local mid-centur…
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Behind the Notes with Sarah Beth Lewis 1:37:28

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Our latest uncut episode, (YES uncut I was going to edit the first part but it shows to much of our personality not too.) Featuring Sarah Beth Lewis, or as she's now known, SB the Queen. Our conversation meanders through the avenues of her ongoing music career, stopping at the crossroads of life and her and Smo's food trailer they are opening. We p…
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Seeking True Connection in a World of Instant Matches 57:10

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Embark on an expedition into the heart of modern dating with this visionary guide, Tom Lamere of the Tom Lamere Project. As one navigates the quest for authentic connections amid a sea of dating apps and fleeting encounters, Tom unveils the power of intentional, face-to-face conversations. We probe the intricate dynamics of gender roles, the art of…
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Nick Ferrell with Modeline | Episode 12 45:16

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Welcome back to The Perspecta & and into an illuminating conversation about the world of mid-century modern lighting, specifically its darling Modeline of California. Did you know there were 27+ different designers who crafted for Modeline? We switched on to discuss a few of them, the company’s founder, his relevance to the entertainment world, hot…
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The Making of a Real Estate Powerhouse: Steve Frye's Story 27:13

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Uncover the secrets behind one man's unstoppable journey from a corporate finance career to a real estate dynamo in Nashville, as we sit down with Steve Frye from the Frye Group. Listen in as Steve divulges how he seamlessly transitioned into the real estate world, propelled by his wife's encouragement and his own indomitable resolve, turning a mer…
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Politics & Church with Andrae Crismon Attorney and Pastor (EP16) 17:37

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Politics & Church with Andrae Crismon Attorney and Pastor (EP16) Andrae Crismon is a native of Bedford County but has been living here in Rutherford for almost 25 years since starting MTSU in the Fall of 1996. He has been an attorney for more than 17 years with almost 15 of those years spent serving as an anti-poverty attorney with the Legal Aid So…
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James Goldstein on John Lautner | Episode 11 34:03

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Our first in-person conversation, a sit down with James Goldstein - the detail & design oriented owner who spent much of his life perfecting the Sheats-Goldstein Residence, hand in hand with iconic architect John Lautner. You’ve seen his home in films and music videos (Big Lebowski, Snoop, Doja Cat), but never before has he shared so much informati…
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RJD2 of Mad Men | Episode 10 40:58

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We love talking about creative process, and with RJD2 - we thoroughly explored his mindset and approach to creating & producing music. He is an accomplished musician, DJ & producer whose original tracks for a collaborative rap album somehow became the theme song for Mad Men! LIke many of us, he has great interest in other aspects of art & design fr…
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Claudette Didul of Mad Men | Episode 9 1:13:10

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And together, we break into the world of entertainment! Although the setting of a television show or movie may appear seamless to the audience, we have learned in this conversation - that is actually an extreme, coordinated effort - that even requires a bit of luck! So many moving pieces have to work in concert in order to present the atmosphere we…
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Herman Wakefield | Episode 8 58:28

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It was well worth all of the security precautions to have a wide-ranging, anonymous discussion @northwest_mcm_wholesale on Instagram. We talked about energy drinks, picking, refinishing, all of the secrets & gossip he is privy to as our community’s most famed memer… and we did actually learn a few genuine things about the person behind the account.…
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Jickie Torres of Atomic Ranch | Episode 7 54:08

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Atomic Ranch is one of our mid-century modern community’s most important publications, and our guest Jickie Torres has been hard at work bringing it to life with her team for years. She wears many hats directing the content of your favorite Modernist escape; and has been busy writing a new Atomic Ranch book, representing AR at the Fall Modernism We…
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Matt Bliss of Modern Christmas Trees | Episode 6 1:06:30

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Our first entrepreneur! Not too many can say they’ve survived the Shark Tank, and came out with a deal - but Matt Bliss and his grandfather’s mid-century modern tree design captured the heart (and business mind) of Barbara Corcoran, and we hope this conversation captures yours as well! He recounted the stories of his grandfather, early stages of hi…
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Jim Pearsall with Adrian Pearsall | Episode 5 1:22:03

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One of our goals in starting this podcast was to learn about influential mid-century modern designers, from first hand accounts; not many relationships are closer than that of father and son. Jim was able to recount beautiful personal experiences with his father Adrian Pearsall, and spoke about his close collaboration with him - from furnishing res…
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My Life in Politics with Cicely Simpson (EP7) 24:43

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My Life in Politics with Cicely Simpson (EP7) Keynote Speaker, Leadership Coach, Creator of C.H.A.I.R Leadership Program, Government and public Policy Strategies. Unstoppable Podcast Series. Where we talk real things, real topics, real life! Let's grow and encourage others together. Support the showBy David and Megan Owen
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Jake Snider of Minus the Bear | Episode 4 1:01:25

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Dream come true! What is more fun than sitting down with one of your favorite musicians and talking about mid-century modern design & architecture? We spoke about Jake’s personal connection to Herman Miller, learned about hi-fi audio equipment, reviewed influences & style in his music, and discussed architecture across Europe and the Northwest US. …
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How to Be the Best at What You Do with former Miss USA Tori Kruse (EP6) 28:27

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How to Be the Best at What You Do with former Miss USA Tori Kruse (EP6) Miss Mo. USA 2018, Her website is: www.highlightsnheels.com Her Instagram is: @misstorikruse Her Podcast is: It's Breakthrough Time. Unstoppable Podcast Series. Where we talk real things, real topics, real life! Let's grow and encourage others together. Support the show…
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Tim Ross of Modernister Shows | Episode 3 1:04:09

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We officially went global in our 3rd episode, a conversation with Tim Ross (@modernister) where we learned all about Modernist design & preservation in Australia. Tim highlighted a number of famous architects & designers, including Glenn Murcutt, Harry Seidler, Grant Featherston, Jørn Utzon, Walter Burley Griffin, & John Andrews; and Canberra seems…
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Sam Hildreth with Paul McCobb | Episode 2 57:55

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In our second episode, we learned all about America’s designer Paul McCobb - from one of the foremost experts and collectors, Samuel Hildreth. We covered Planner, Perimeter, Predictor and the rest of Paul’s prolific career - and heard Sam’s story from his first McCobb coffee table to his recent museum exhibit. Sam and DC shared tales of Facebook Gr…
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DC Hillier of MCM Daily | Episode 1 1:04:59

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In this first conversation, we talk to DC Hillier about M&A, Gio Ponti, Kanye, Film, Clairtone, Kent Coffey & much more! We get a quick tour, share our vision for the podcast, brush up on our Danish pronunciations, and explore DC's perspectives & education in design. Until the next mid century... thank you & stay tuned!…
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