Best ROZZ Podcasts (2025)

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From Passion to Production: Fresh Films and Young Filmmakers 40:16

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7d ago40:16

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This episode of Talking Art features Hallie Weis, an editor at Fresh Films, a nonprofit focused on building strong foundations in filmmaking for youth and young adults. Hallie discusses Fresh Films’ programs that support emerging creators, highlighting hands-on learning, mentorship, and the importance of post-production skills in shaping confident …

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Farewell, Marc Zyla! 19:38

21d ago19:38

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Talking Art welcomes Marc Zyla, longtime arts contributor and former Director of Community Engagement at WVIK. Marc reflects on the role of art and music in strengthening community bonds in the Quad Cities, while sharing insight into his upcoming move and exciting new role leading the Wheeling Symphony Orchestra as Executive Director.…

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Beyond Boundaries: The Avant-Garde Identity of Rozz-Tox 34:00

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In this episode of "Talking Art," host Ben Gougeon sits down with Benjamin Fawkes, the custodian and curator of Rozz-Tox, a vibrant cultural hub in Rock Island, Illinois.By Ben Gougeon

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Creating Community: The Heart of Kill Pop Studios 40:14

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Creating Community: The Heart of Kill Pop StudiosBy Ben Gougeon

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From Vision to Publication: The Journey of Undercurrent Magazine 33:35

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In this episode of Talking Art host Ben Gougeon sits down with Jessica Beshears, the editor of the newly launched annual magazine, Undercurrent.By Ben Gougeon

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Embracing the Macabre: The Art of Skellington Manor 29:27

3M ago29:27

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In this episode of "Talking Art", host Ben Gougeon interviews Mike Turczynski, a multifaceted theatrical artist and educator who wears many professional hats.By Ben Gougeon

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The Joy of Pop Art: Exploring Glen Lowry's Whimsical World 37:08

3M ago37:08

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In this exciting episode of "Talking Art," host Ben Gougeon sits down with Glen Lowry, a talented illustrator and printmaker hailing from the Quad Cities.By Ben Gougeon

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Jazz, Soul & Heritage: Celebrating the Bill Bell Jazz Festival 38:10

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In this episode of "Talking Art," we sit down with Wes Julien, a multifaceted musician hailing from Rock Island, Illinois. With a storied career as a drummer, producer, and songwriter, Wes opens up about his artistic journey, the various musical projects he is involved in, and his heartfelt dedication to celebrating the rich artistic heritage of th…

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Talking Art with Gabriella Torres 53:15

5M ago53:15

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In this episode of Talking Art, we dive into the vibrant world of street art with abstract painter and creative placemaker, Gabriela Torres.By Ben Gougeon

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Wired and Woven: The Fiber Art of Louise Pappageorge 40:07

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Welcome to a new episode of Talking Art, presented by Quad City Bank & Trust.Host Ben Gougeon talks with fiber artist Louise Pappageorge, whose work is on display at the Quad City Arts Rock Island Gallery from June 27 through August 8.By Ben Gougeon

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The Power of Storytelling: Crafting Characters in 'The Half' 39:45

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In this week’s episode of Talking Art, host Ben Gougeon sits down with the multifaceted Curtis B. Lewis, Jr., a dynamic force in the world of theater who wears many hats as playwright, director, actor, and producer.By Ben Gougeon

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The Final Note: Andrzej Kozłowski's Farewell Concert 52:47

7M ago52:47

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In this episode of Talking Art, host Ben Gougeon sits down with the talented pianist and composer Andrzej Kozłowski as he prepares for his farewell concert, "Andrzej and Friends," at the Sound Conservatory in Moline.By Ben Gougeon

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Unpacking Fun Home: A Conversation with Director Bradley Robert Jensen 39:10

7M ago39:10

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Don't miss Fun Home running from May 30th to June 14th at the Black Box Theater; for tickets and information, visit www.theblackboxtheater.com.By Ben Gougeon

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Wood and Spirit: The Legacy of George Nakashima 37:52

7M ago37:52

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In this episode of Talking Art, host Ben Gougeon welcomes esteemed documentary maker John Nakashima to discuss his latest film, George Woodworker, a heartfelt exploration of the life and legacy of his uncle, George Nakashima.By Ben Gougeon

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Talking Art with Jarabe Mexicano 36:40

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Talking Art with Jarabe MexicanoBy Ben Gougeon

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Jazz Ambassadors: Bridging Cultures Through Music 31:33

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In this episode of "Talking Art," host Ben Gougeon welcomes a very special guest: United States Army Master Sergeant James Old, the tour coordinator for the U.S. Army Field Band. With an exciting free concert coming up on April 17th at the Adler Theatre in Davenport, listeners are treated to an in-depth discussion of the rich history and vibrant fu…

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Directing Dreams: Emma Watts' Debut with 'Exit, Pursued by a Bear 45:41

9M ago45:41

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In today’s installment, host Ben Gougeon sits down with Augustana College senior Emma Watts, a burgeoning talent in Theatre and Film, who is making her directorial debut with Lauren Gunderson’s darkly comedic play, Exit, Pursued by a Bear.By Ben Gougeon

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Igniting Creativity: The Making of The Firebird 36:26

9M ago36:26

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In this episode of "Talking Art," host Ben Gougeon welcomes Ballet Quad Cities' Artistic Director, Courtney Lyon, to dive deep into the enchanting world of ballet and the upcoming production of Igor Stravinsky's "The Firebird."By Ben Gougeon

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From Tradition to Innovation: Darrah Carr's Dance Journey 30:30

10M ago30:30

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In this episode of Talking Arts, host Ben Gougeon welcomes Darrah Carr, the Artistic Director and Choreographer of Darrah Carr Dance, a contemporary Irish step dance company based in New York City.By Ben Gougeon

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Community and Culture: The Heartbeat of Circa 21 36:57

10M ago36:57

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In this episode of Talking Art, host Ben Gougeon sits down with Brett Hitchcock, Vice President of Circa 21, to delve deep into the vibrant world of local theater and the exciting happenings at Circa 21 and its intimate side venue, the Speakeasy.By Ben Gougeon

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Cultural Preservation Through Music: Goitse's Mission 32:00

11M ago32:00

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In this episode of Talking Art, host Ben Gougeon welcomes Colm Phelan and Danny Collins from the award-winning traditional Irish ensemble, Goitse.By Ben Gougeon

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A Century of Creativity: Celebrating 100 Years of the Figge Art Museum 33:40

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In this episode of "Talking Art," host Ben Gougeon welcomes Melissa Mohr, the newly appointed Executive Director and CEO of the Figge Art Museum, to explore the dynamic landscape of the arts in the Quad Cities.By Ben Gougeon

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Blending Borders: The Art of Fusion Dance with Chicago Dance Crash 34:13

12M ago34:13

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In this exciting episode of Talking Art, host Ben Gougeon welcomes the dynamic trio from Chicago Dance Crash—Artistic Director KC Beavis, Executive Director Jessica Leyva, and dancer Phill Wood.By Ben Gougeon

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Talking Art with Jonathan Turner 47:04

1y ago47:04

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Talking Art with Jonathan TurnerBy Ben Gougeon

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Voices Unleashed: Empowering Youth Through Poetry with Aubrey Barnes 45:28

1y ago45:28

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With a passion for empowering the next generation of voices, Aubrey Barnes shares his journey from a shy junior high student discovering poetry as a means of self-expression to becoming a pivotal figure in the Quad Cities' arts scene.By Ben Gougeon

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Improvising Tradition: Lawrence Hobgood on Jazz and Christmas Spirit 48:22

1y ago48:22

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In this episode of Talking Art, we sit down with the remarkable Lawrence Hobgood, a multifaceted pianist, composer, arranger, producer, educator, and proud Yamaha artist.By Ben Gougeon

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The Afroverse: Exploring Vibrant Art and Cultural Commentary 33:48

1y ago33:48

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In this episode, host Ben Gougeon from Quad City Arts sits down with the dynamic Isaiah "Zay" Williams, an artist, filmmaker, and the recent Citizen of the Year award winner in Rock Island.By Ben Gougeon

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Bridging Genres: Sabrina Tabby and ATLYS 45:46

1y ago45:46

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In this episode, we sit down with the talented Sabrina Tabby, a violinist of the dynamic string quartet ATLYS.By Ben Gougeon

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Building Community Through Arts: Kevin Maynard’s Legacy at Quad City Arts 33:32

1y ago33:32

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Tune in for an enriching discussion that dives deep into the heart of community art and the exciting future ahead for Kevin Maynard and the Quad Cities.By Ben Gougeon

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Kulaiwi: A Journey Through Hawaiian Music and Culture 38:41

1y ago38:41

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In this episode of Talking Art, Kevin Maynard sits down with Pono Fernandez and Shawn Pimentel, two dynamic members of the acclaimed Hawaiian music group Kulaiwi.By Kevin Maynard

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Crafting Connections: Meet the Artists of Riverssance Festival 45:08

1+ y ago45:08

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Ben Gougeon sits down with two exceptional artists, ceramicist Jim Cronk and jeweler Ann Hartley, as they prepare for their upcoming exhibition at the highly anticipated Riverssance Festival of Fine Art.By Ben Gougeon

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Sculpting Stories: The Art of Dean Kugler 42:26

1+ y ago42:26

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In this episode of Talking Art, hosts Dawn Wohlford-Metallo and Ben Gougeon from Quad City Arts, sit down with the talented mixed media artist and sculptor, Dean Kugler.By Ben Gougeon

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Transformative Power of Dance: More Than Just Performance 35:17

1+ y ago35:17

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Join us for an inspiring episode featuring a discussion with Courtney Lyon, the Artistic Director of Ballet Quad Cities, as we delve into the exciting launch of their 28th season.By Kevin Maynard

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Musical Influences and Inspirations: A Deep Dive with Hembree 34:36

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Join us for a conversation with Isaac Flynn and Alexander Ward, from the indie rock band Hembree.By Kevin Maynard

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Celebrating 10 Years: The Bill Bell Jazz and Heritage Festival 33:10

1+ y ago33:10

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Tune in to discover how the Bill Bell Jazz and Heritage Festival brings the Quad Cities community together through music, education, and a shared passion for preserving the region's vibrant cultural heritage.By Ben Gougeon

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The Impact of Murals in Community Building: A Discussion with Nicole Salgar and Atlanta Dawn 38:10

1+ y ago38:10

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In this engaging podcast episode, muralists Nicole Salgar and Atlanta Dawn take listeners on a journey through their creative process and artistic inspirations as they discuss their work on two large-scale murals in downtown Rock Island, Illinois.By Kevin Maynard

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Talking Art with Sarah Robb 31:49

1+ y ago31:49

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Ben Gougeon talks with local muralist Sarah Robb about her work with the Quad City Arts Metro Arts program, the upcoming Chalk Art Fest at Schwiebert Park, and her life as an artist.By Ben Gougeon

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Talking Art with Randy Cohen 30:22

1+ y ago30:22

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Quad City Arts Executive Director Kevin Maynard sits down with VP of Research at Americans for the ArtsBy Kevin Maynard

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Talking Art with Marc Zyla 1:07:11

1+ y ago1:07:11

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In this episode of "Talking Art," Kevin Maynard from Quad City Arts sits down with Marc Zyla, principal horn of the Quad City Symphony Orchestra (QCSO).By Kevin Maynard

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Hit The Lotto Episode34 2:01:02

1+ y ago2:01:02

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Romo and Goldie discuss Israel, Tik Tok, Human Behaviours and much much more!!!By HitTheLotto

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Episode 33 - Romo and Goldie are BACK! 2:01:59

2y ago2:01:59

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Romo and Goldie discuss the upciming referendum, Creme Eggs and Human Behaviors!By HitTheLotto

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Talking Art with Cory Christiansen and Melanie Alexander 36:26

2+ y ago36:26

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Listen to the conversation here with artist Cory Christiansen and with Muscatine Art Center Director Melanie Alexander, about the legacy that Jon Fasanelli-Cawelti left behind, the deep personal friendships that developed between the local artists, and the transformative effect a creative mentor can have.…

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Talking Art with Steve Banks 31:49

2+ y ago31:49

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Listen to the conversation here with Quad City native Steve Banks about how humor can be used to effectively deliver a message about culture and identity; the creation of multi-panel pieces for this exhibition which he likens to a symphonic suite with different movements; and the studio space and artistic community that he has developed in Davenpor…

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Talking Art with Brian Baxter 18:08

2+ y ago18:08

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Listen to the conversation here with Brian Baxter, Executive Director of the Quad City Symphony Orchestra, about the tremendous versatility of the QCSO’s musicians, the important ways in which the orchestra is diversifying their community outreach and programming, and why the Riverfront Pops is widely considered to be the Quad Cities’ “party of the…

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Rozz Tox, China, Art, and the Manifesto 1:06:09

2+ y ago1:06:09

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benjamin fawkes is the self-described "custodian" of Rozz-Tox, a space which defines itself as "a listening bar, cafe, performance venue, gallery, culture cell, guesthouse, cinema, club; a virus whose ultimate goal is to constantly mutate to avoid becoming part of mainstream culture." Located in Rock Island, IL, inspired by ben's time running a spa…

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Talking Art with Kevin Maynard 22:05

2+ y ago22:05

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Listen to the conversation here with Executive Director Kevin Maynard about how Quad City Arts has intentionally been building their role as an arts advocate, connector, and resource hub; about their commitment to creative placemaking; and how they beautify our community in ways less commonly known to the public, such as through their public sculpt…

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Musician Jawson Dell, CPA or, Music Notes vs Bank Notes 56:13

2+ y ago56:13

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Jawson Dell is a Chicago musician by way of Colorado, influenced by RnB, jazz, funk, rock, and the blues. He's also a Certified Public Accountant. These facts lead us down some interesting paths, including the tension between music and business, how American Idol influenced Jawson's music career. We also listen to a couple of tracks from Jawson. So…

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Talking Art with Pat Beréskin and Brian Nikulski 17:30

2+ y ago17:30

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Listen to the conversation here with Brian Nikulski and Pat Beréskin about the thematic approach they used to create this collection, the importance of businesses investing in local artists, and the sense of well-being that beautiful art creates.By Carolyn Martin

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Talking Art with Andrzej Kozlowski 30:51

2+ y ago30:51

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Owner and Director Andrzej Kozlowski is an accomplished Juilliard-trained classical pianist. Listen to the conversation here about his reverence for the Polish pianists and composers Fryderyk Chopin and Ignacy Paderewski, his passion for historic renovation and restoration, and his belief in providing financially feasible musical training.…

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Group Session featuring Ovef Ow! 1:13:27

2+ y ago1:13:27

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Group Session! Chicago's artsy post-punk Ovef Ow takes the couch as we dig into their minds, hearts, and souls about how they work together, managing the band, success, being part of the indie scene, and more. Ovef Ow gives a live performance. My esteemed colleague Leslie Tanner co-hosts! Many thanks to Joshua Wentz, Bret Koontz, Ralph Darski for c…