Revisiting Punk Roots and Building Tribes: A Conversation with James Spooner
Publisher |
Rob Lee
Media Type |
audio
Podknife tags |
Baltimore,ย 
Interview,ย 
Society & Culture
Categories Via RSS |
Arts,ย 
Documentary,ย 
Society & Culture
Publication Date |
Sep 17, 2022
Episode Duration |
00:46:22

Join host Rob Lee in a captivating episode of The Truth In This Art as he sits down with James Spooner, a multi-talented artist, filmmaker, and graphic novelist who has left an indelible mark on the world of punk and Black identity. From directing the groundbreaking documentary "AFRO-PUNK" to co-founding the renowned Afropunk Festival, James Spooner has been a driving force in celebrating punk culture and creating spaces for marginalized voices.

In this episode, we explore:

- The creative journey behind James Spooner's graphic memoir, "The High Desert," and his experience revisiting personal moments and emotions while putting the novel together. Gain insights into the process of creating a coming-of-age memoir and the impact it has on both the creator and the audience.- James's role in co-curating the anthology "Black Punk Now: A Punk Anthology" and the significance of capturing the essence of punk culture. Discover the elements that define a culture or scene, particularly within the punk community, and the power of representation and self-expression.- The concept of finding one's tribe and its importance in personal growth and navigating cultural identity. James shares his own experiences and insights on the journey of finding a community that resonates with your passions and values.- Uncover the life experiences that have shaped James Spooner's creative sensibility and influenced his work. Explore the obstacles he has faced throughout his career and his approach to overcoming them with resilience and determination.- Gain a deeper understanding of the intersection between race, identity, and the arts as James shares his perspectives on living as a person of color in predominantly white communities and the impact it has on creativity and expression.

Join us for a thought-provoking conversation that celebrates the artistry, resilience, and cultural impact of James Spooner. Gain insights into his creative process, his experiences in punk culture, and the transformative power of finding your tribe.

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The Truth In This Art, hosted by Rob Lee, explores contemporary art and cultural preservation through candid conversations with artists, curators, and cultural leaders about their work, creative processes and the thinking that goes into their creativity. Rob also occasionally interviews creatives in other industries such as acting, music, and journalism. The Truth In This Art is a podcast for artists, art lovers and listeners interested in the creative process.

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In this episode of The Truth In This Art, Rob interviewed James Spooner, James Spooner is a graphic novelist, tattoo artist, illustrator, and filmmaker, who directed the seminal documentary AFRO-PUNK which premiered at national and international film festivals, including Toronto International and The American Black Film Festival, and they discuss his latest work, The High Desert: Black. Punk. Nowhere. , Afropunk and much more.

Join host Rob Lee in a captivating episode of The Truth In This Art as he sits down with James Spooner, a multi-talented artist, filmmaker, and graphic novelist who has left an indelible mark on the world of punk and Black identity. From directing the groundbreaking documentary "AFRO-PUNK" to co-founding the renowned Afropunk Festival, James Spooner has been a driving force in celebrating punk culture and creating spaces for marginalized voices.

In this episode, we explore:

- The creative journey behind James Spooner's graphic memoir, "The High Desert," and his experience revisiting personal moments and emotions while putting the novel together. Gain insights into the process of creating a coming-of-age memoir and the impact it has on both the creator and the audience.- James's role in co-curating the anthology "Black Punk Now: A Punk Anthology" and the significance of capturing the essence of punk culture. Discover the elements that define a culture or scene, particularly within the punk community, and the power of representation and self-expression.- The concept of finding one's tribe and its importance in personal growth and navigating cultural identity. James shares his own experiences and insights on the journey of finding a community that resonates with your passions and values.- Uncover the life experiences that have shaped James Spooner's creative sensibility and influenced his work. Explore the obstacles he has faced throughout his career and his approach to overcoming them with resilience and determination.- Gain a deeper understanding of the intersection between race, identity, and the arts as James shares his perspectives on living as a person of color in predominantly white communities and the impact it has on creativity and expression.

Join us for a thought-provoking conversation that celebrates the artistry, resilience, and cultural impact of James Spooner. Gain insights into his creative process, his experiences in punk culture, and the transformative power of finding your tribe.

๐ŸŽง๐ŸŒŸ Don't forget to rate and review this episode to support the best in podcasting! ๐ŸŒŸ๐ŸŽง

The Truth In This Art, hosted by Rob Lee, explores contemporary art and cultural preservation through candid conversations with artists, curators, and cultural leaders about their work, creative processes and the thinking that goes into their creativity. Rob also occasionally interviews creatives in other industries such as acting, music, and journalism. The Truth In This Art is a podcast for artists, art lovers and listeners interested in the creative process.

To support the The Truth In This Art: Buy Me fi.com/D1D81J7MZ">Ko-fiUse the hashtag #thetruthinthisartFollow The Truth in This Art on InstagramLeave a review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts.

THE TRUTH IN THIS ART IS SUPPORTED IN PART BY

The Gutierrez Memorial Fund

The Robert W. Deutsch Foundation

fi.com/D1D81J7MZ" title="โ˜… Support this podcast โ˜…">โ˜… Support this podcast โ˜…

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