The City Lights Collective

Jonelle Dawkins of Scraplanta Creative Reuse tells us about the non-profit’s focus on bringing new life to discarded art materials. Plus, our series, “Speaking of Music,” highlights singer-songwriter Butterfly Feels. And Jonathan Goldstein from the award-winning podcast “Heavyweight” explains how he uses humor and heart to help listeners with unresolved dilemmas. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Author Mark Warren details “Song of the Horseman,” a story of love, loss and the discovery of one's heritage. Plus, our recurring series “Speaking of Art,” highlights rEn Dillard.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The host of “Homegrown,” Jamila Norman, details her journey from urban farmer to TV star. Plus, our series, “Speaking of Comedy,” highlights Atlanta comedian Joe Kelley, and singer-songwriter Naomi Raine walks us through her new release, “Journey.”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bruce Patton tells us about Cartersville’s Savoy Automobile Museum. Plus, music contributor H Johnson shares the story behind trombonist, Melba Liston.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Author Vanessa Riley shares details on her new novel, “Murder in Westminster.” Plus, our series highlighting local musicians, “Speaking of Music,” today, features multi-instrumentalist Shelton Powe. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The new WABE TV show, “Intersection,” premieres Friday, and director Meg Messmer details her examination of Atlanta’s gentrification. Plus, artist Michael David explains how a vivid dream inspired his new exhibition, “The Mirror Stage.” And our series, “Speaking of Art,” features quilter O.V. Brantley.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Curator Michael Rooks discusses the “Monir Farmanfarmaian: A Mirror Garden” exhibition, on view at the High Museum of Art through April 9.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today we re-visit a conversation with one of our favorite guests of 2022, comedian Hari Kondabolu. You may know him as a panelist on” Wait Wait Don’t Tell Me,” or from his stand up specials on Netflix. Kondabolu’s documentary, “The Problem with Apu,” inspired a global conversation about race and representation, and he discusses the film’s repercussions five years later.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

André Henderson details his new exhibition, “CLOTILDA – The Final Journey,” on view at Gallery 72 through February 17. Plus, Atlanta Symphony Orchestra Concertmaster David Coucheron walks us through Vivaldi's Four Seasons. The ASO will perform the four violin concertos on Wednesday January 4.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Georgia Tech professors Dr. Susana Morris and Dr. Lisa Yaszek discuss Afrofuturism and the role of women in the new Blank Panther film, "Wakanda Forever." Plus, we get slimed at the Sloomoo Institute, a new sensory experience in Buckhead. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today we host our first annual “producer’s picks” program and highlight the work of City Lights producers Summer Evans and Jeannine Etter, engineer Shelley Kenneavy and senior producer Kim Drobes. Aside from their daily help behind the scenes on City Lights, they also contribute to the diverse stories we bring you. This episode revisits stories on fashion photographer Robert Fairer, Atlanta’s “Songs for Kids” foundation, the “Claude Monet Immersive Experience,” and a story from Dragon Con 2022 about a “Chess Playing Jawa.”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Director Louis Kyper discusses his new immersive theater experience, “The Golem: Storms of the South.” Plus, our series, “Speaking of Comedy” highlights Atlanta comedian Malika E. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Artist Erin Nicole Henry shares the story behind her first solo exhibition, “Open Window Kisses,” on view now at Cat Eye Creative. Then, co-authors Millie De Chirico and Quatoyiah Murry detail their new book, “TCM Underground - 50 Must-See Films from the World of Classic Cult and Late-Night Cinema.” And City Lights contributor Von Phoenix gives music recommendations with this month’s Punk Black to Go.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Co-authors Wendy Brant and Julie Anne Cooper discuss their children’s book, “Hanukkah Veronica: A Mitzvah Fairy.” Then, artist and filmmaker Michael Eckblad shares details on “Liberation Energy,” screening now at CORE Dance Studio. Plus, our bi-weekly visit with WABE’s H Johnson.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John Waters returns to City Lights with details on his upcoming Christmas show! Plus, a conversation with DJ and producer Gregg Gillis, better known as “Girl Talk.” And information about MODA’s upcoming class, “The Art of Sampling 101.”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A listen back to our conversation with “30 Rock” alum Jack McBrayer. Plus, singer/songwriter Adam L. McKnight and director Patdro Harris share details on “A Gift of Love with Adam L. McKnight” on stage at The Alliance Theatre through December 23.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A listen back to Lois’s conversation with the legendary Motown icon, Smokey Robinson. Plus, curator Jessica Helfrecht tells us about the new group ceramic show at Echo Contemporary, “Shine.”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Comedian, writer and actor Maeve Higgins stops by ahead of her upcoming performance with the “Wait Wait...Don’t Tell Me!” stand-up comedy tour.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kelsey Fritz from the Center for Puppetry Arts details the museum’s “Festive Features” exhibition on view through January 8, Plus, Cuckoo clock artist Jodie Davis and our series, “Speaking of Art.”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A listen back to our conversation with critically acclaimed actor Danielle Deadwyler. Plus, a look at the new group exhibition at Swan Coach House Gallery, “Little Things.”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A conversation with Anthony Mordechai Tzvi Russell, a Jew by choice, an opera singer by training and a Yiddish singer by calling. Plus, our series “Speaking of Music” highlights singer-songwriter Mike Kinnebrew.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Grammy nominated blues legend and guitarist Eric Gales stops by ahead of his Friday performance at the Buckhead Theater. Plus, we hear about "Black Nativity: A Gospel Christmas Musical Experience," on stage now at the Ferst Center for the Arts. And we find out how Stage Door Theatre’s “Twas the Night Before Christmas” incorporates rapping mice into their new production.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Award-winning Georgia Author Wanda M. Morris joins us with details on her new thriller, “Anywhere You Run.” Then, the author train keeps rolling with co-authors Maggie and Rosalind Bunn. Their new illustrated children’s book, “All Aboard Georgia,” travels through our state’s beautiful and historic landscapes. Plus, our series highlighting local visual artists, “Speaking of Art,” today features multidisciplinary artist José Ibarra Rizo.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today we go behind the scenes of Cirque du Soleil’s “KURIOS — Cabinet of Curiosities” with artistic director Rachel Lancaster and one of the performers Sophie Guay. Plus, Helene Greenberg tells us about this Sunday’s Georgia Vegfest, and we visit with H. Johnson.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The sibling co-owners of Feedel Bistro stop by with stories from their Ethiopian and Eritrean restaurant. Plus, Kennesaw State University wildlife enthusiast, Christian Cave, joins us to detail his recent encounter with a rare Georgia Pine Snake. And our series, “Speaking of Art,” features painter Amani Brooker.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wallis Etienne, vice president of the non-profit, “International Women of Hope,” and artist Tracy Murrell detail the new Hammonds House exhibition, “Dans l'espoir d'un Avenir Meilleur (In Hope for a Better Future) Exploring Haitian Transmigration.” Plus, curator Jeffrey Richmond-Moll tells us about the newest exhibition at the Georgia Museum of Art, “Reckonings and Reconstructions: Southern Photography from the Do Good Fund.” And our series, “Speaking of Comedy” highlights Atlanta comedian Zain Sharif. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Director Maged Roushdi and actor Karen Cassady detail “Invasion Christmas Carol,” on stage at Dad’s Garage beginning this weekend. Plus, Maria Kelly, assistant curator of photography, tells us about the High Museum’s new exhibition of works by photographer Deana Lawson.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Grammy award-winning musician and co-founder of A&M Records, Herb Alpert stops by ahead of his upcoming Variety Playhouse performance. Plus, our series highlighting local musicians, “Speaking of Music,” features Hermon Hitson. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jennifer Smith of Zoo Atlanta details “IllumiNights at the Zoo,” a Chinese Lantern Festival featuring beautiful, larger-than-life light sculptures. Plus, we explore the culture of freestyle cyphers with Clark Atlanta HipHop History professor Joe Stu. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Curators Madeline Beck and Carlos Solis and exhibition contributor Clemens Bek detail “More than Dreams: Exploring the Surreal in Art” the new exhibition at Marietta Cobb Museum of Art. Plus Brooke Brimm shares recipes from her new book, “Vegan Soul Foodie Recipe Guide: Dishes So Decadent You Can Serve to Meat Lovers.”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chef Deborah VanTrece tells us about the two new restaurants she’s opened in Atlanta, “Oreatha’s at The Point” and “Serenidad.” Plus, director Drew Nicholas tells us about his new documentary, “Blood Memory," airing next week on the World Channel as part of the “America Reframed” series. And music contributor Von Phoenix joins us with this month’s edition of Punk Black to Go.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Photographer and filmmaker, Gillian Laub, discusses her new exhibition “Southern Rites,” on view at Atlanta Contemporary through January 8. Plus, our series, “Speaking of Comedy” features Atlanta comedian Mike Albanese.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Classical pianist Inon Barnatan joins us ahead of his upcoming performances with the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra. Plus, Chef Asata Reid and culinary historian Akila McConnell examine the history of Thanksgiving in the South with our food series, “Atlanta’s Savory Stories.”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Atlanta singer songwriter Anita Aysola joins us ahead of her Saturday November 19th performance with Ruby Velle and the Soulphonics. Plus, our series, “Speaking of Art,” features Chris Veal. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Zac Harrison, the founder of Fresh Harvest, tells us why the Atlanta-based home delivery company focuses on locally sourced food. Plus, we hear about the upcoming celebration of Indigenous culture, the “First Voices Festival.” And our series, “Speaking of Music,” highlights local pop musician Siena Liggons.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Comedian, podcaster and “Wait Wait...Don't Tell Me!” panelist Hari Kondabolu stops by ahead of his November 16th performance at Dad’s Garage. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rebecca and Megan Lovell of the Grammy-nominated band Larkin Poe tell us about their new release, “Blood Harmony.” Plus, author Romal Tune details lessons from his new book, "I Wish My Dad: The Power of Vulnerable Conversations between Fathers and Sons." Then, H Johnson joins us to celebrate Ramsey Lewis in the next installment of our series, “H Johnson’s Jazz Moment.” See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cuban American jazz trumpeter, pianist and composer Arturo Sandoval stops by ahead of this weekend’s Atlanta performance. Then, producer Kate Tsubata and dancers Mr. Jacques Nyungura and Suhasini Muthukrishnan tell us about their new collaborative film “Dancing Joy.” Plus, The Letters Festival returns to Atlanta this weekend, and festival director Scott Daughtridge DeMer shares the details.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rick Steves joins us with details on his new PBS series, “Rick Steves, Art of Europe.” Then, City Lights engineer, and contributor Shelley Kenneavy catches up with Songs for Kids founder Josh Rifkind. Plus, designer and artist Gretchen Wager is highlighted in our “Speaking of Art” series. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Comedian, actor and writer, Joel Kim Booster details his new movie, “Fire Island,” and shares his excitement for his upcoming Atlanta performance at Variety Playhouse. Plus, True Colors Theatre turns 20, and we celebrate with artistic director Jamil Jude.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Arthur Lewis, creative director for Atlanta's upcoming UTA Fine Arts and UTA Artist Space, tells us about their plans for next year. Plus, The Alliance Française d’Atlanta and Goethe German Cultural Center have joined forces to create the new Franco-German Cultural Center of Atlanta and we’ll hear about their new programming. And our series “Speaking of Music” features The Bea Arthurs. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sonya and Necota Staples, founders of the outdoor and Overlanding company “Staples InTents” share how they aim to educate and encourage diverse communities to experience the life-changing effect of the great outdoors. Plus, artist Sanithna Phansavanh is featured in our series, “Speaking of Art.”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Art Smith tells us about his informative and in-depth website, Gaybarchives. Plus, we hear from Damon Zick of the genre-bending band Quarteto Nuevo, and we take a look inside Eyedrum’s newest exhibition, “Idea + Place: Advancing the Legacy of Black Mountain College,” with Jeff Arnal, Will Lawless, and Alice Sebrell.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dancers and choreographers Keaton Leier and Darian Kane detail the new film series, “Art 2 Action,” presented by the Artists Climate Collective. Plus, we hear about this weekend’s upcoming IrishFest Atlanta from Teresa Finley and Mairéad Ní Mhaonaigh.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Atlanta's Consul General of Mexico, Javier Diaz de Leon, and Oakland Cemetery Director of Special Events, Mary Fernandez, share details on Oakland Cemetery's "Dia de Los Muertos" festival, which takes place this Sunday, November 6. Then, our series, "Speaking of Music," features the Atlanta band, Chrome Castle. And comedian Lace Larrabee stops by to talk about her time on "American's Got Talent," feminism within the comedy world, and how to deal with hecklers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Baker Ana Arriaga tells us about her pop-up, Ghoul Next Door Bakeshop. Plus, we hear about the musical, “The Mold that Changed the World,” on stage at Pullman Yards this week.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Keisha Taylor, Bounce TV’s Chief Marketing Officer, and Kendra Jo, the showrunner of the original series, “Finding Happy,” share details on the network and the new original show. Plus, the next installment in our series, “Cheers! A Toast to Atlanta’s Oldest Watering Holes,” features the 43-year-old dance hall, Johnny’s Hideaway. Then, music contributor H Johnson tells us about bassist Ray Brown in this week’s edition of “H Johnson’s Jazz Moment.”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sekou Cooke, curator of “Close to the Edge: The Birth of Hip Hop Architecture,” shares details on the MODA exhibition, which is on view through January 2023. Plus, Jasmine Habersham tells us about her upcoming solo performance at Morningside Presbyterian Church. And our series, “Speaking of the Arts,” features photographer Kimara Dixon.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Artist Caroline Bullock and gallery owner Spalding Nix detail the new exhibition, “The “Nature of Reality.” See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Curator Cynthia Thompson shares details about “The Gravity of Beauty,” the current exhibition on view at Kennesaw State’s Zuckerman Museum of Art.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.