Rob Lee
The Truth In This Art is an interview series featuring artists, entrepreneurs and tastemakers in & around Baltimore.
Appears in 828 Episodes
INVITING LIGHT WITH DERRICK ADAMS & TONYA MILLER-HALL
In this episode of The Truth in This Art, I'm joined by returning guest Tonya Miller-Hall, Senior Advisor, Office of Arts & Culture for the Mayor's Office in Baltimore...
PAINT IT OUT WITH QRCKY
In this episode of The Truth in This Art: Run It Back, I reconnect with Baltimore-based visual artist Qrcky for his third appearance on the podcast. Known for his bold...
RUN IT BACK WITH D. WATKINS
In this episode of The Truth in This Art: Run It Back, I reconnect with acclaimed author, writer, and professor D. Watkins for his second appearance on the podcast. Kn...
Tonya Mosley: Journalism, Storytelling, and Amplifying Voices
In this episode, I sit down with Tonya Mosley, award-winning journalist, NPR's Fresh Air host, and the creative force behind podcasts She Has A Name and Truth Be Told....
Carri Twigg: Media, Politics, and Founding Culture House
In this episode, I talk with Carri Twigg, co-founder of Culture House, a Black and Brown woman-owned media company focused on reshaping how race, gender, and identity ...
Celebrating Excellence: Black Media Professionals Montage Compilation
Dive into a captivating montage compilation showcasing the brilliance of five outstanding Black media professionals, each bringing their unique perspectives and expert...
LaToya Ruby Frazier: "More Than Conquerors" – Honoring Community Health Workers Through Art
In this episode, I sit down with LaToya Ruby Frazier, a visionary artist whose work intersects social justice, cultural change, and the American experience. Recognized...
Rahel Negasi: Fashion, Wellness, Advocacy, Inspiring Confidence
In this episode of The Truth in This Art, I sit down with Rahel Negasi, a model, stylist, and mental health advocate whose work blends creativity, fashion, and wellnes...
TrapCellist Chanel Kelly: Redefining Cello's Boundaries
In this episode, I spoke with Chanel Kelly, widely known as the TrapCellist. Chanel is a Baltimore native, musician, producer, and arranger with over two decades of mu...
Empowered Montage: Highlights of Women Leading Change and Creativity
Dive into an empowering montage compilation celebrating the brilliance of four phenomenal women making waves in their respective fields! Join us as we revisit captivat...
Rowan Bathurst: Exploring Feminine Identity Through Art
In this episode of The Truth in This Art, I sit down with Rowan Bathurst, a Baltimore-based visual artist whose work spans continents, bridging Baltimore and São Paulo...
Capturing Stories: Photographer & Filmmaker Jefferson Liu on Finding His Creative Voice
In this episode of The Truth in This Art, I have the pleasure of chatting with Jefferson Liu, an Asian American photographer, filmmaker, and designer whose stunning wo...
Emerging Los Angeles Artist Kaia King-Hall on Creativity and Empowerment
In this episode of The Truth In This Art, I sit down with emerging artist Kaia King-Hall, born in Jacksonville, Florida, and currently studying Studio Art at Santa Mon...
Micah E. Wood & Christopher J. Chester on Scene Seen: Documenting Baltimore’s Music Scene
In this episode of The Truth in This Art, I’m joined by returning guests Micah E. Wood and Christopher J. Chester to discuss their latest project, Scene Seen: Baltimor...
Laugh Out Loud: Best Comedy Moments from Four Hilarious Comedians
Prepare to burst into fits of laughter with our side-splitting montage compilation featuring four comedic gems! Join us as we revisit uproarious moments from our podca...
Jonathan Logan: Capturing Baltimore’s Soul Through Portraiture
In this episode of The Truth in This Art, host Rob Lee chats with Jonathan Chaz Logan, a Baltimore-based photographer renowned for his compelling portraiture and strik...
Ryan Havers (Ears with Eyes): Electro-Punk, Satire & Creative Freedom
In this episode of 'The Truth in This Art,' host Rob Lee speaks with Ryan Havers, also known as Ears with Eyes, an electro-punk performance artist who critiques corpor...
Chloe Vaughn on Baltimore’s Legendary Dive Bar, Mount Royal Tavern
In this episode of The Truth in This Art, Rob Lee welcomes Chloe Vaughan, longtime bartender at Baltimore’s iconic Mount Royal Tavern. Known for its storied history, e...
Boaz Yakin and Mecca Verdell on 'Once Again (For the Very First Time)': A Deep Dive into Hip-Hop, Dance, and Storytelling
In this episode, I sit down with Mecca Verdell and Boaz Yakin to discuss their film Once Again (For the Very First Time) , an electrifying hip-hop fantasia that delve...
Eyas (Jenna Balderson) Discusses 'Quiet-loud' Debut EP
Baltimore musician Eyas (Jenna Balderson) discusses her genre-blending debut EP 'Quiet-loud,' merging indie-pop, jazz, RnB, and folk. In this episode of The Truth in T...
Sonic Lifeline: Reviving Jazz & Connection at The Hemingway Room
In this episode of The Truth in This Art, host Rob Lee is joined by Ed Baldi and Nick Moreland, co-founders of Sonic Lifeline, a platform that provides musicians with ...
Greg Mike on the Power of Murals, Cartoon Influence & Bringing Atlanta’s Art Scene to Life
In this episode of The Truth in This Art, I chat with Greg Mike, a renowned street artist and founder of Atlanta's ABV Gallery. Greg opens up about his path from skate...
Turning Up the Volume on Creativity with Andy J. Pizza
In this episode, I sit down with Andy J. Pizza, a New York Times bestselling author-illustrator and the creative force behind the podcast Creative Pep Talk. Known for ...
Michael Carini: Turning Pain into Purpose with Acrylic Alchemy
In this episode, I sit down with Michael Carini, the neurodivergent artist famously known as the "Acrylic Alchemist." Michael has captivated audiences worldwide, with ...
Dominic Moore-Dunson: Telling Stories Through Dance & The Remember Balloons
In this episode of The Truth in This Art, host Rob Lee engages in a captivating conversation with award-winning choreographer, dancer, producer, and educator Dominic M...
Jennifer Murray on Curating Contemporary Art and Education at 21c Museum Hotel Chicago
In this episode, Rob Lee sits down with Jennifer Murray, a Chicago-based artist, educator, and cultural producer who serves as the Museum Manager at 21c Museum Hotel C...
Diana Jean Schemo: Investigative Journalism & Double Exposure Film Festival
In this special Election Day episode of The Truth In This Art, join me as I sit down with Diana Jean Schemo, co-founder of 100Reporters and the visionary behind Doubl...
Lea Anderson on the Chilling Power of Horror & Monster Theory
In this episode of The Truth In This Art, I had the pleasure of speaking with horror scholar and freelance writer, Lea Anderson. Lea Anderson's work, especially at th...
Gigi Murakami: The Queen of Black Horror Manga on Blending Japanese and American Styles
In this episode of The Truth in This Art, I sit down with Gigi Murakami, the Queen of Black Horror Manga. Gigi Murakami is an Ignatz-nominated mangaka, illustrator, an...
Keith Dukes & Tony Diallo on Building Pixalfest and Fostering Community Through Film
In this episode, I sit down with Keith Dukes III and Tony Diallo, the creative forces behind Pixalfest, a short film festival in Washington, DC, that showcases the wor...
