State of the Arts

"State of the Arts" is a podcast where the arts are embraced and artists are celebrated.

State of the Arts is a arts podcast hosted by Lisette Grado, with 307 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Lisette Grado hosts State of the Arts, a arts show with 307 episodes published.

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  State of the Arts Episode 298: Kawaii Enthusiast, Content Creator & Visual Artist Hannah Beth

  Aug 16, 202629 min

  State of the Arts Episode 298 is now available on Spotify! This week it is my fantastic joy to embark on a whimsical journey through the colorful world of Harajuku fashion, karaoke escapades, animation exploration and cultural celebration with my remarkably creative podcast guest Hannah Beth. A kawaii enthusiast who works for Manhattan’s most fun and delicious sushi restaurant, Tokiodelic, my remarkable guest is also an illustrator, content creator and costume stylist. This delightful creative takes regular trips to Japan and embraces the beauty of the Japanese culture. Tune in for an enchanting episode that features a fascinating guest with a vibrant spirit, enchanting interests and expressive creativity. I am so honored to have interviewed such an inspiring guest!

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  State of the Arts Episode 297: Senior Marketer, Animal Rescuer & Pride Activist Ally Gina Kleinhans

  Aug 9, 202629 min

  State of the Arts Episode 297 is now streaming on Spotify! This week I’m overjoyed to welcome back Gina Kleinhans, who is the senior marketer for Revelation Creative, a business development leader, an active member of Rockaway Boro Pride and a longtime ally/activist for the LGBTQIA+ community. She and her husband played a key role in the Rockaway Boro Pride Day celebration this year when they agreed to a celebratory raising of the Pride flag on the pole on their front lawn where they usually fly the American flag along with the Pride flag. My compassionate, multitalented guest is also an animal rescuer who adopted many sweet angels from Kind Heart Rescue and Placement. Her home is a peaceful sanctuary for various furry friends including playful little rabbits. In this encouraging podcast episode, we touch upon topics ranging from her career to the local environment of her home state of New Jersey to her wellspring of courage for social justice.

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  State of the Arts Episode 296: Stage Manager Ada Zhang

  Aug 2, 202626 min

  State of the Arts Episode 296 is now available on Spotify! I’m immensely honored to welcome Ada Zhang, an opera singer turned stage manager to my podcast this week. After attending Peking University, my multitalented guest attended graduate school at Columbia University, majoring in theatre with an emphasis on stage management. She has worked on multiple iconic productions, including the Wicked International Tour, the Kinky Boots Asia Tour and the SIX Aragon Tour. When she’s not onstage, this caring creative is a huge advocate for The Tank NYC, an off-off Broadway theatre that supports young artists who are in their early career and curates equity and diversity in the performing arts. It is a privilege to present this accomplished guest on my podcast this week!

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  State of the Arts Episode 295: Bridgit Berze of Brooklyn Attic Books

  Jul 25, 202627 min

  State of the Arts Episode 295 is now available on Spotify! Brigit Berze, the owner and founder of Brooklyn Attic Books, an online bookstore specializing in hand-picked vintage horror, sci-fi, mystery, and classic literature, joins me on my podcast this week. Beyond curation, my dynamic guest is the organizer for many local book events, including The NYC Pride Indie Horror Book Fair in June and The NYC Indie Horror Book Fair in November. Proceeds from these events go to very important charities such as the Ali Forney Center. Along with coordinating collaborations, book promotions and networking opportunities, this accomplished entrepreneur also hosts parties at various venues, including The Twisted Spine, a horror-centric indie bookstore located on Grand Street in Williamsburg, Brooklyn. It’s a thrill to have this remarkable business owner and community leader activist on State of the Arts!

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  State of the Arts Episode 294: Journalist, Storyteller and Activist Anna Spiewak

  Jul 18, 202624 min

  State of the Arts Episode 294 is now available for streaming on Spotify! I am so excited to welcome journalist, storyteller and LGBTQIA+ activist ally Anna Spiewak onto my podcast this week. My accomplished guest is an award-winning journalist and global content strategist who specializes in human-centered storytelling, executive communications, stakeholder engagement, and internal campaigns that drive real connection and trust. This professional journalist, who has over two decades of experience, has four awards from the New Jersey Press Association and has interviewed multiple celebrities. She now is a corporate storyteller. Also a member of The Vogue Club, this stylish creative is extremely active in the metropolitan fashion scene. As an ally and activist for the LGBTQIA+ community, Anna Spiewak is a dedicated collaborator of Rockaway Borough Pride and was one of my feature guests on The State of the Arts Pride Month Special. Tune in for an informative, uplifting conversation with this multitalented guest.

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