Are you a fan of all things Bachelor? (You know you are - you don't have to admit it to anyone but yourself) Then you'll find love listening to Christel Bartelse and Paul Constable. These two comedians from Toronto break down the latest episodes, throw in their two cents on who they love, and who they love to hate (spoiler: he's probably worn a catsuit). The ultimate goal is to have a former contestant on the show. The minor goal is just to get to 1000 listeners ASAP. Pour yourself your favo ...
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LIGHT TALK is a show featuring three seasoned professional lighting designers and educators who discuss the latest developments in the world of live entertainment and architectural lighting design. Steve Woods (SMU), Stan Kaye (University of Florida), and David Jacques (California State University Long Beach) offer sage, and sometimes controversial advice to professionals and students of lighting design. Nothing is Taboo, Nothing is Sacred, and very little makes sense.
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Conversations exploring Non-Monogamy, Conscious Relationships & Sexuality. Join Abbey and her husband Liam, as they share from their own lived experiences, and chat with special guests. evolvingloveproject.substack.com
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ETC has partnered with industry experts to create an immersive audio learning experience, designed to enhance your live programming skills. Practice in real-time across two seasons. Season 1: Explore the production of NYC Center Encores’ Me and My Girl with lighting icon Ken Billington. Season 2: Experience the National Theatre's The Normal Heart with renowned LD Paule Constable.
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LIGHT TALK Episode 441 - "Lighting is Never Finished, It’s Just Abandoned"
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54:47In this episode of LIGHT TALK, The Lumen Brothers and Sister talk about everything fromConsidering Budgets to Missing Professors. Join Ellen, Dennis, Steve, and David as they pontificate about: Vectorworks says "Thanks for the invite... But...."; The differences between an Assistant and Associate Lighting Designer; What do you do when your Supersta…
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Will AI Kill Intimacy? w. Evolutionary Biologist Dr. Rob Brooks
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1:23:46Abbey and Liam are joined by evolutionary biologist Dr. Rob Brooks to explore the rise of AI companions, sex robots, and whether love with machines can ever be “real.” They discuss jealousy over chatbots, the naturalist fallacy, and the deep question of whether humans are naturally monogamous or non-monogamous. Drawing from Rob’s book Artificial In…
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LIGHT TALK Episode 440 - "A Deep Fried Ring of Disappointment"
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55:12In this episode of LIGHT TALK, The Lumen Brothers and Sister talk about everything from Rising Vectorworks Prices to Dennis' Lighting Injustices. Join Ellen, Dennis, Steve, and David as they pontificate about: Dancing in the Dark; The new Sphere Wizard of Oz show; Extensive uses of Gobos; Creating a stained glass look on a window; Paying attention …
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LIGHT TALK Episode 439 - "Unfiltered Brain Juice"
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48:01In this episode of LIGHT TALK, The Lumen Brothers and Sister talk about everything from Being Attracted to Triangles to The Village People. Join Ellen, Zac, and David as they pontificate about: New time for "Light Talk at LDI"; Zac's new appointment as one of USITT's Digital Media Commissioners; Making the world safer for projections; Lighting Zone…
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Fantasy vs. Reality - Secrets & Exhibitionism
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57:14In this episode of Evolving Love 2.0, Abbey and Liam explore where they sit on the spectrum between swinging and polyamory. From loud neighbours and exhibitionist fantasies to navigating crushes, labels, and compersion, they dive into the playful, messy, and honest realities of non-monogamy after more than a decade together. They also share why “re…
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LIGHT TALK Episode 438 - "Focusing ParCans at Sphere - Our Discussion with Matt Schiller"
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45:06In this episode of LIGHT TALK with The Lumen Brothers and Sister, the Lumen Family interviews Lighting Programmer/Designer and Tech, Matt Schiller. In this installment of our "Young Designers' Series", Matt, Ellen, Steve, Dennis, and David discuss: Getting started right out of high school; Telling Mom and Dad that you are going on the road; Doing t…
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LIGHT TALK Episode 437 - "Do Not Be Afraid... Be BOLD! - Our Conversation with Mextly Couzin”
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54:01In this episode of LIGHT TALK with The Lumen Brothers and Sister, the Lumen Family interviews Lighting Designer Mextly Couzin. In another installment of our "Young Designers' Series", Mextly, Ellen, Dennis, and David discuss Mextly's amazing and meteoric career. Mextly describes her fearless journey from earning a Pure Mathematics degree to designi…
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LIGHT TALK Episode 436 - "Theatre-Makers, New Challenges in Theatre Education - Our Conversation with Michael Schweikardt"
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56:44In this episode of LIGHT TALK, The Lumen Brothers and Sister talk with stage designer and Professor of Scenic Design at San Francisco State University, Michael Schweikardt. Join Michael, Ellen, Dennis, Steve, and David as they discuss the Passing of Legendary Theatre Artist Robert Wilson; and The ever-changing landscape of budget, enrollment, workl…
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In today’s episode we bounce from pickleball courts to cold plunges, breathwork breakthroughs, and even DIY sex swings. We discuss our experiences with therapy, and Liam’s recent experience in a men’s breathwork circle. 🧵 Topics Covered 🎾 Pickleball Obsession: Why Liam has pivoted from bouldering to pickleball, and how it's becoming the new social …
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LIGHT TALK Episode 435 - "A Big Fan of Moles"
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48:48In this episode of LIGHT TALK, The Lumen Brothers and Sister talk about everything from The "Ellipsoidal of Death" to Poking Pigs. Join Ellen, Dennis, Steve, and David as they pontificate about: Upcoming deadlines; The Billy Joel documentary; How should a resident lighting designer or assistant prepare for a visiting guest designer; Our favorite li…
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In this episode of LIGHT TALK, The Lumen Brothers and Sister talk about everything from Creating the Illusion to Remembering Ozzy Osbourne. Join Ellen, Dennis, Steve, and David as they pontificate about: David and Snoot's wedding report; Our memories of Ozzy; Royal Castle burgers in a box; Tomorrowland fire; How to choose your colors while using su…
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When Affairs Go Public - Clinton to Coldplaygate
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56:22In today’s episode we dive into the spectacle of public affairs—from the viral Coldplay KissCam scandal to the infamous Clinton-Lewinsky saga. We explore the cultural obsession with infidelity, the ethics of public shaming, and the complex dynamics of relationships under scrutiny. Topics Covered * Coldplaygate: The viral moment that exposed Astrono…
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LIGHT TALK Episode 433 - "Orange Lobsters"
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54:23In this episode of LIGHT TALK, The Lumen Brothers and Sister talk about everything from Facebook Lighting Group Wars to Getting Drunk in Catalina. Join Ellen, Dennis, Steve, and David as they pontificate about: David's upcoming wedding; The Brouhaha occuring with lighting groups on Facebook; How to get more attention from your lighting professor; U…
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In today’s Evolving Love Podcast we discuss boundaries, limits, and unpack my recent Substack article. Evolving Love Links: Website | Instagram | Substack | Retreat 🌿 Upcoming Event Women's Retreat – October 17–19, 2025 This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit evolvinglove…
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LIGHT TALK Episode 432 - "Daddy Lights - Our Conversation with Brad Schiller"
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41:19In this episode of LIGHT TALK, The Lumen Brothers and Sister talk with lighting designer and author Brad Schiller. Join Brad, Ellen, Dennis, Steve, and David as they pontificate about: David and Snoot's European Adventure; The Virgin cruising experience; Studio School of Design's live classes; Brad's first experiences with light; Brad's new positio…
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LIGHT TALK Episode 431 - "THE BEST OF LIGHT TALK - Our Conversation with Paule Constable"
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40:15In this episode of THE BEST OF LIGHT TALK, the Lumen Brothers and Sister welcome lighting designer Paule Constable to the show. Join Paule, Anne, Steve, and David, as they discuss: The challenges to having a career and a family, Paule taking her flatmate's followspot job, The continuing fight for gender equality in the lighting industry, Superman's…
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Protect Your Children - Former Detective Senior Constable Kristi McVee
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1:07:36Today we are having a difficult conversation on Evolving Love. A conversation that puts the safety of our children in the spotlight. To help us navigate this conversation, we have invited on child safety expert - Kristi McVee. Kristy was a Specialist Child Interviewer and Detective Senior Constable for 10 years in the Western Australian Police forc…
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LIGHT TALK Episode 430 - "THE BEST OF LIGHT TALK - Our Conversation with Wendall Harrington"
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1:05:13In this episode of THE BEST OF LIGHT TALK, The Lumen Brothers interview "The Godmother of Projection Design", Wendall Harrington. Join Wendall, Zak, Steve, and David as they pontificate about: Being the first projection designer on Broadway; "Stop Making Sense"; Trailblazing gender rights in the theatre; "They're Playing Our Song"; Video vs. Slide …
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Deepa is a Filipina-Indian author living in Amsterdam and her writing explores the balance between being a mother, wife, girlfriend, daughter, adventure, and herself - all at the same time. This release is her first book, but you can also find her writing on Substack at - Letters by Deepa This conversation is raw and wide ranging and we were so str…
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LIGHT TALK Episode 429 - "The Newlywed Game - Our Discussion with Paul Radasseo"
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35:12In this episode of LIGHT TALK, as part of our "Young Designers Series", The Lumen Brothers and Sister talk with lighting designer Paul Radasseo. Join Paul, Ellen, Dennis, Steve, and David as they pontificate about: Wedding ideas; Favorite TV shows for lighting design; What Paul learned at Ithaca College; The decision to pursue broadcast lighting de…
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In today’s episode we deep dive the provocative question: Is monogamy boring? We discuss our own definitions of what a boring relationship looks like, erotic space and desire, the richness of shared non-monogamous experiences, is boredom a form of safety, our dream debate opponents and so much more. 🌿 Upcoming Event Women's Retreat – October 17–19,…
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In this episode of LIGHT TALK, The Lumen Brothers and Sister talk about everything from The Tony Awards to Stinky Cheese. Join Ellen, Dennis, Steve, and David as they pontificate about: Welcome back Ellen!; Report from Design Showcase West; Report from Showlight; Join the Club! Dennis makes a mistake!; Out of control submasters in broadcast lightin…
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We explore the nuanced topic of consent violations within non-monogamous relationships. From the ethics of sharing intimate photos to the complexities of informed consent in the context of infidelity, this conversation invites Evolving Lovers to consider how trust, transparency, and communication are foundational to ethical non-monogamy. 🌿 Upcoming…
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LIGHT TALK Episode 427 - "A Leap of Faith - Our discussion with Kelsey Araghi and Keegan Webber"
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52:36In this episode of LIGHT TALK, The Lumen Brothers and Sister kick off their "Young Designers Series", focusing on the challenges that young designers face when starting their careers. Today they talk with lighting designers Kelsey Araghi and Keegan Webber about starting their challenges and successes in starting their careers in professional lighti…
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Who Gets To Be Seen? Sexy Selfies with Dr. Emma Phillips
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1:02:28Today we sit down with photographer and academic Dr. Emma Phillips to explore the cultural, feminist, and personal dimensions of an activity that we hold close to our heart - the sexy selfie. Emma is a photographer and researcher/lecturer in Visual Communication at the University of Canberra. With twelve years of professional photography experience…
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LIGHT TALK Episode 426 - "Call the Plastic Surgeon!"
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51:33In this episode of LIGHT TALK, The Lumen Brothers talk about everything from High Testosterone to Horror Stories from the USA 829 Practical Exam. Join Dennis, Zak, Steve, and David as they pontificate about: Report from the National Portfolio Review; Dennis' Lee Watson experience at the Union Exam; Transfering the lighting of stage plays from theat…
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How We Communicate - Radical Honesty, Conflict & Sleepy Husbands
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59:50In today’s episode we dive deep into the art of communication in long-term, non-monogamous relationships. We explore the nuances of radical honesty—when it’s helpful, when it’s too much, and how to balance truth with tact. From navigating attraction to others, to the infamous “chewer vs. spewer” dynamic, we unpack how our differing communication st…
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LIGHT TALK Episode 425 - "When the Gypsies Start to Play"
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47:56In this episode of LIGHT TALK, The Lumen Brothers talk about everything from Annoying Assistant Directors, to the "LDI 2025 Light Talk After Dark Party". Join Dennis, Steve, and David as they pontificate about: Making sure Snoot is happy; Sister Ellen having fun at Showlight; National Design Portfolio Review and Design Showcase West; Classes you sh…
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Confessions Of A Dominatrix w/ Mistress Fleur Driver
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58:07Mistress Fleur Driver is a professional Dominatrix and BDSM practitioner with over thirteen years of experience in the sex work industry. Originally trained in the courtesan tradition by European Madams, her practice is grounded in immersive, intentional experiences that welcomes people from all walks of life. From her private dungeon in Sydney to …
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In this episode of LIGHT TALK, The Lumen Brothers and Sister talk about everything from Finding a Job on the High Seas, to Fireworks Shortages. Join Ellen, Steve, and David as they pontificate about: Clay Paky mergering with EK; Wild trade shows in Italy; Size matters; Researching your artistic "instruments"; Finding a summer job on a cruise ship; …
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LIGHT TALK Episode 423 - "Summertime... and The Living is Easy"
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38:51In this episode of LIGHT TALK, The Lumen Brothers and Sister talk about everything from Directors and Producers Altering Intellectual Property, to The Power of The Playwright. Join Ellen, Steve, and Stan as they pontificate about: Masking and Sightlines; Why are Americans terrified of Rakes?; European Paperwork; Edible Softgoods; and Who owns your …
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LIGHT TALK Episode 422 - "It's a Real Shit-Show!"
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46:57In this episode of LIGHT TALK, The Lumen Brothers talk about everything from Tharon's Magic, to The Coming Death of Academic Freedom for America's Educators. Join Steve, David, and Stan as they pontificate about: The reduction of scholarships for Undergraduate Design/Tech students; The weeding away of support for higher education; How to create sub…
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"Beyond Monogamy" on ABC TV - Reactions, Triggers & Our Experience
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1:02:10In today’s episode we discuss our appearance on the ABC’s Compass program “Beyond Monogamy” which was released on Sunday 27th April 2025. We dissect the process of filming, the feedback we have been receiving, counter-opinions presented in the show and how we are feeling after our highest profile media appearance yet… Watch The Doco Evolving Love L…
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LIGHT TALK Episode 421 - "One Geeky Episode!"
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53:46In this episode of LIGHT TALK, The Lumen Brothers and Sister talk about everything from Keeping your Atmospheres Beautiful, to Our New Color, "Olo". Join Ellen, Steve, David, and Stan as they pontificate about: Girls on the Town!; A new color no one has ever seen before; New hope for Color Blindness; More news from Texas; Best technques for lightin…
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LIGHT TALK Episode 420 - "The Best of Light Talk - Our Conversation with Jennifer Tipton"
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43:35In this episode of The Best of LIGHT TALK (Originally broadcast on April 14, 2023), The Lumen Brothers and Sister welcome "Legend of Light" Jennifer Tipton to the show! Join Jennifer, Ellen, Steve, Stan, and David, as they pontificate about: Jennifer's most vital career moments; White light and LED; Falling in love with the photon; Discovering moon…
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Leaving A Cult: Love, Intimacy & Relationships with Evan Buckley
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1:19:48Evan's story is unlike anything you've heard. Imagine spending your most formative years within the confines of a religious fundamentalist cult. How would this shape your approach to sex, love and relationships? In addition to his vulnerability, honesty and ability to self-reflect, Evan is also a talented songwriter and frontman of his Canberra-bas…
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LIGHT TALK Episode 419 - "Tasmanian Tigers - Our 8th Anniversary Show"
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52:26In this episode of LIGHT TALK, The Lumen Brothers and Sister celebrate their 8th Year of presenting their "Casserole of Nonsense" to their listeners. Join Ellen, Brackley, Zak, Steve, David, and Stan as they pontificate about: News from Texas; Nosferatu; "Magic Magenta"; Non-Spectral colors; Inexpensive drafting programs; Going "Old-School"; Using …
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LIGHT TALK Episode 418 - "Lobster Rolls in Orlando?"
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53:55In this episode of LIGHT TALK, The Lumen Brothers and Sister talk about everything from Knowing Your Value, to David's Tax School. Join Ellen, Steve, David, and Stan as they pontificate about: ETC's 50th Anniversary Bash in Orlando; Lobster Rolls in Orlando?; Meatballs with Faces; The High End Halcyon Silent; Are 1970's lighting angles still releva…
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The Proposal - A Wedding Anniversary Special
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55:46We take the opportunity to celebrate our 10th Wedding Anniversary by reliving the night of the proposal! Evolving Love Links: Website | Instagram | Substack This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit evolvingloveproject.substack.com/subscribe…
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LIGHT TALK Episode 417 - "The Ride That Never Ends"
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46:44In this episode of LIGHT TALK, The Lumen Brothers and Sister talk about everything from Dining with Dinosaurs to Stan's Tax School. Join Ellen, Steve, and Stan as they pontificate about: Upcoming trade shows and conferences; More on Black Trax and Follow-Me; Controlling LED's; Five important elements of a good rock n' roll lighting design; The Tige…
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Policing Language, "Adolescence" & Chris Williamson
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57:10In todays episode we discuss Liam being shamed, how we police language, a recent Chris Williamson Instagram caption, an incredible new TV show “Adolescence”, and so much more! Evolving Love Links: Website | Instagram | Substack This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit evol…
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LIGHT TALK Episode 416 - "Nuclear Bright! - Our Conversation with Jim Tetlow"
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44:46In this episode of LIGHT TALK, The Lumen Brothers welcome Lighting Designer Jim Tetlow Back to the Show! Join Jim, Steve, Stan, and David as they pontificate about: New events at Showlight; International diversification of lighting designers; Expanded and financially sponsored student program (Applications close March 31!); Interviewing French cate…
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LIGHT TALK Episode 415 - "Bringing Out the Best in Us - Our Conversation with Mark Stanley and Clifton Taylor"
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46:07In this episode of LIGHT TALK, The Lumen Family welcomes Designer/Educators Clifton Taylor and Mark Stanley to the show! Join Mark, Clifton, Ellen, Stan, and David as they pontificate about: This year's Showlight preview; Mark and Jane's workshop in Copenhagen; What's new at The Studio School of Design; The High School Program in July in New York; …
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We have a difficult discussion in today’s podcast that relates to child safety and Abbey’s recent Substack article “We Must Be Critical of Non-Monogamy”. We unpack the reception and criticisms around the article, the importance of nuanced conversations around this topic, why no community is immune from having these discussions and so much more. Imp…
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LIGHT TALK Episode 414 - "Haggis, Wee Dram, and Bagpipes"
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43:14In this episode of LIGHT TALK, The Lumen Brothers and Sister discuss everything from The Power of Palettes, to Making Nice with the AHJ. Join Ellen, Stan, Steve, and David as they pontificate about: Palindromes; Ellen is going to Showlite; The first micro-processor computer light board; Does lighting technology really make programming faster?; Why …
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Moral Panic & Non-Monogamy w/ Philosopher Dr. Tim Dean
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53:18Tim is a philosopher, award-winning writer and teacher. He has a doctorate in philosophy from the University of New South Wales on the evolution of morality and specialises in ethics, critical thinking, the philosophy of science and the philosophy of education. Currently, Tim is the Senior Philosopher at The Ethics Centre (who run the brilliant “Fe…
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In this episode of LIGHT TALK, The Lumen Brothers discuss everything from The Hidden Benefits of a Performing Arts Degree, to DOPE-Bros. Join Stan, Brackley, and David as they pontificate about: Why some fixtures come in more than one varient; The worst college degrees for career advancement; Making the decision to commit to the arts; The Departmen…
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In today’s episode we unpack Liam’s recent vasectomy procedure. We discuss the procedure, the lead up and the aftermath, delve into the ethics of contraception, the importance of peas and double briefs, semen, myths around vasectomies, manhood and so much more… Evolving Love Links: Website | Instagram | Substack This is a public episode. If you'd l…
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LIGHT TALK Episode 412 - "A Bright Spot in the Encroaching Vantablack of the World"
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35:07In this episode of LIGHT TALK, The Lumen Brothers discuss everything from The Mac Aura Raven XIP, to Fun in Catabucca! Join Stan and David as they pontificate about: Freezing in Seattle; Martin's new fixtures; Stan's favorite "South Pacific" song; Designing for Thrust with challenging lighting positions; "No Charge"; Dissing stagehands, "Theatre Fa…
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Fake Orgasms, Embodiment & Desire with Georgia Grace
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46:40Georgia Grace is a certified sex and relationship practitioner and somatic therapist who is particularly known for her work in somatic sexology, embodied counselling and trauma-informed practices. Her approach to working with sex and relationships is inclusive, sex-positive and shame-free, and supports individuals, couples and groups to overcome co…
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