The Arts Passport Podcast
Deep-dive conversations across the arts
Hosted by Tampa Bay Arts Passport founder Avery Anderson. Long-form conversations that go deep on every corner of the region's arts scene — theatre, visual art, music, literature, and the people who make it all happen.
From Coal Country to Combat: Stacey Isom Brings "The Longest Walk" to Modern Works Festival
Playwright Stacey Isom returns to Urbanite Theatre's Modern Works Festival for a second year — this time with a brand-new first draft, The Longest Walk, about two female Marines whose friendship is forged and fractured by their service in Iraq and Afghanistan. In this conversation, Stacey talks about growing up all over the country (Alaska, Georgia, California, Appalachia) and how that constant movement shaped her ear for dialogue and her drive to write. She also breaks down what makes Modern Works Festival unique — three female-identifying playwrights, a week of rehearsal, and two live stage
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The Future Is Creative: What’s Next for Creative Pinellas
Creative Pinellas Funding Director Todd Wellman joins Avery Anderson on the Tampa Bay Arts Passport Podcast to talk about a transformative new chapter for arts and culture in Pinellas County. The conversation dives into Arts Everywhere, a new countywide celebration bringing together 28 unique arts and cultural experiences throughout November and December. From immersive performances and public art to museums, theater, books, music, and unexpected creative collaborations, Todd shares how this ambitious initiative came together and what it means for residents and visitors alike. They also talk
Beyond the Gallery: Camille Adrienne's Vision for Tampa Bay
Camille Adrienne, CEO and founder of Art Noir Gallery, joins Avery Anderson to talk about the gallery's evolution from an Ybor storefront to a citywide, community-driven arts initiative.
Green Day’s AMERICAN IDIOT Musical: Behind the Scenes with Cody Farkas & Matthew Morris
Welcome back to the Arts Passport podcast! In this episode, we are diving straight into the rehearsal room for Jobsite Theater's high-octane production of Green Day’s American Idiot. We sit down with cast members Cody Farkas and Matthew Morris to talk punk rock, the political landscape of theater , and what it takes to transform an iconic concept album into a living, breathing stage narrative. In This Episode: The Rehearsal Grind: Discover how the cast is tackling the chronological tracklis...
Out of This World: Lil Trini Kid's New Mixtape and What's Next
In this episode of the Tampa Bay Arts Passport Podcast, Avery Anderson sits down with Lil Trini Kid to discuss his latest release, Out of This F**ing World: The Mixtape Vol. 1*. The conversation explores the creative process behind building his first full mixtape, collaborating with artists from Tampa and beyond, and why he believes in releasing music consistently rather than waiting for the perfect moment. Lil Trini Kid also shares what he's learned during his first year as a recording art...
Life After SHINE: The Real Business of Public Art with Jenée Priebe
Source: https://www.podbean.com/eau/pb-n47kk-1addffc What does a public art ninja do after stepping down from leading one of the region's biggest mural festivals? In this episode of the Tampa Bay Arts Passport Podcast, host Avery Anderson sits down with Jenée, founder of No Good Deed Arts and former Executive Director of the SHINE Mural Festival. Jenée gets real about the crucial need for life boundaries, the transition to running her own creative project management practice, and why we need...
Beyond the Murals: Jenée Priebe on No Good Deed Arts & Reclaiming Boundaries
In this episode of the Tampa Bay Arts Passport Podcast, host Avery Anderson sits down with public art powerhouse Jenée Priebe. As the founder of No Good Deed Arts and the former Executive Director of the SHINE Mural Festival, Jenée has spearheaded some of the most iconic visual projects across the Tampa Bay region. Jenee opens up about what life looks like after SHINE, the importance of setting life boundaries, and her transition into full-time creative project management. She also pulls b...
Voices of Hope for Aphasia: Creating Community Beyond Recovery
What is aphasia, and how can community support change lives after stroke or brain injury? In this special episode of the Tampa Bay Arts Passport Podcast, Avery Anderson sits down with Debbie Yonis from Voices of Hope for Aphasia to talk about aphasia awareness, recovery, and the organization’s incredible work across the Tampa Bay area. You’ll also hear all about Wordplay Tampa Bay — the award-winning crossword competition fundraiser supporting free and accessible aphasia programs for indivi...
Black Art, Community, and the Future of Green Book Tampa Bay
In this episode of the Tampa Bay Arts Passport Podcast, Avery Anderson talks with Hilary Van Dyke and Joshua Bean, founders of Green Book Tampa Bay, about the organization’s evolution from a Black-owned business directory into a growing arts movement supporting Black artists across Tampa Bay. The conversation explores the origins of Green Book Tampa Bay, the inspiration behind its name, and how community needs helped shape its transition toward artist residencies, exhibitions, and events lik...
The Future of Black Art in Tampa: Green Book Tampa Bay
In this episode of the Tampa Bay Arts Passport Podcast, Avery Anderson sits down with Hilary Van Dyke and Joshua Bean, the founders of Green Book Tampa Bay, to discuss why Green Book Tampa Bay shifted from a business directory to an arts movement. The conversation explores how the organization began in 2019, supporting Black-owned businesses and evolved into a major force for Black artists in Tampa Bay through exhibitions, artist residencies, community events, and the Black Art Gala. Hilary...
Voices of Hope for Aphasia: Recovery, Community & the Word pPlay Gala
What is aphasia, and how can community support change lives after stroke or brain injury? In this special episode of the Tampa Bay Arts Passport Podcast, Avery Anderson sits down with Debbie Yones from Voices of Hope for Aphasia to talk about aphasia awareness, recovery, and the organization’s incredible work across the Tampa Bay area. You’ll also hear all about Word Play Tampa Bay — the award-winning crossword competition fundraiser supporting free and accessible aphasia programs for indiv...
From Theater to TikTok: Tyrese Pope’s Journey Through the Arts
What does it actually mean to be a "content creator" in today’s world? In this episode of the Tampa Bay Arts Passport podcast, host Avery Anderson sits down with the multi-talented Tyrese Pope. Tyrese isn't just a creator; he’s a sound designer, theater maker, and rapper who is blending traditional performance with new-age digital ideas. We explore how he navigates these different worlds, the terminology of the digital age, and what the future looks like for artists in the Tampa Bay area a...