I speak to Frank Apollo about his foundation, who he is and uncover his unique musical signature

Breakfast at Khujo’s has introduced an interesting counter culture where an array of alternative music lovers gather to share in their joy of an untapped , almost under appreciated, sound scape.

I talk to Kagiso Malefane, more affectionately known as Khujo who shared the urgency of doing what you love, living out loud and music as the source for great connections.

“There’s nothing like the satisfaction that comes with acting out of honesty and whether you like it or not, that’s me”

Music played-

A prayer with Credo

Sunshine in Pitori

Tsela ya batamai (ft Thando Nje)

Forever (ft Filah Lah Lah)

Khutjo Green dives deep into the value of creative investment and why actors need to take themselves seriously. We unpack process , play and presence - “as I give what do I take?”

Turn the volume up for some real talk.

Madiba says: “Artists are most vocal when they are starving!”

Zanele Madiba, speaks on disrupting power dynamics in the arts industry and how a niggling restlessness sparked the pursuit in an acting career which This podcast episode introduces the ups and downs of fame, not being good enough and navigating the stranded and struggling artist narrative.

The crossroads between artistry, Being and spirituality. Rapper, actor and light worker, Ngwato shares his process of crystallization and how it affects his art. We touch on the standards of South African film and music production as well as harnessing one's creative power. This podcast is the energy bar you never knew you needed and a sneak peek at the inevitable reality of facing the ugliness of who we have become during this pandemic.

AFDA graduate , actor and writer Sabelo Ndumo opens a can of worms on creativity, corporates and collaboration.

With high energy and unfiltered truths , we touch on everything as it pertains to navigating artistry , blackness and our personal and private blindspots.

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Cultural activism, carrot funk and the beginnings of a sound twist. In this episode , unapologetic in his being, Siphosenkosi let’s us in on his musical gifts, defining new standards of tradition and how he affects change through song.

Art As Culture podcast identifies creative pioneers who are adding to the dynamic culture of the arts, across all forms. The currency of creativity has increased significantly, a complete shift from prior perceptions and labels such as ‘struggling artist’ and deeming it only as a hobby. Storytelling lies at the heart of creativity and each guest, on the show, has a distinct signature and narrative to their craft. It is through conversation that we learn not only about their skill but how they managed to hone their crafts into careers.

""Art As Culture podcast identifies creative pioneers who are adding to the dynamic culture of the arts, across all forms. The currency of creativity has increased significantly, a complete shift from prior perceptions and labels such as ‘struggling artist’ and deeming it only as a hobby. Storytelling lies at the heart of creativity and each guest, on the show, has a distinct signature and narrative to their craft. It is through conversation that we learn not only about their skill but how they managed to hone their crafts into careers""

"Art As Culture podcast identifies creative pioneers who are adding to the dynamic culture of the arts, across all forms. The currency of creativity has increased significantly, a complete shift from prior perceptions and labels such as ‘struggling artist’ and deeming it only as a hobby. Storytelling lies at the heart of creativity and each guest, on the show, has a distinct signature and narrative to their craft. It is through conversation that we learn not only about their skill but how they managed to hone their crafts into careers"

Art As Culture Podcast

Overview:

Art As Culture podcast identifies creative pioneers who are adding to the dynamic culture of the arts, across all forms. The currency of creativity has increased significantly, a complete shift from prior perceptions and labels such as ‘struggling artist’ and deeming it only as a hobby. Storytelling lies at the heart of creativity and each guest, on the show, has a distinct signature and narrative to their craft. It is through conversation that we learn not only about their skill but how they managed to hone their crafts into careers.

A frank and illuminating conversational platform that explores the dynamics of being a 'creative' and artist. Art as Culture explores and creates dialogue around the value art adds to our dynamic social landscape,if any, as well as continuously breaking the notion of art as just a hobby. More and more it becomes apparent that creativity as a revenue stream and an avenue to access economic stability IS attainable for those who practice the craft. This podcast offers insight into the dynamic art and culture and readily unpacks the actual intention behind most artists go-to line ‘Lets meet up for coffee’

Themes and Topics:

-Creative Process

-Shifting perspectives on art as a hobby

-How artists commodify their art?

(Creativity as a career)

-The metamorphosis of the ‘struggling artist’ in this day and age

-Following an unorthodox path?

-Who is suffering more, the art or the artist?

-Getting to know the human behind the art

-Is there a difference between an artist and a creative?

-The different forms of storytelling

-Art is African. Why aren’t Africans living their heritage?

About the Host:

Amo Helang, or Amo, as she is affectionately known extends her energies wider than her profession through a creative exploration of writing, acting, directing and the advancements of the arts. Armed with ceaseless determination, strength and an infectious aura, Creative Entrepreneur Amo Helang, enjoys writing short observations and opinion pieces on the local creative culture as well as occasionally getting lost in sunsets

Her natural inkling for conversation and keen curiosity inspired her attraction to create dialogue around an industry that she is herself exploring and podcasting came as the perfect platform to explore this topic. Not a novice to the podcasting game, she has hosted two podcasts prior to AAC; Her Magic and Thoughts Said Then Forgotten.

While producing a podcast and an online show that profiles and foregrounds creative practitioners, she is currently pursuing the launch of her own NGO with a focus on creative education as a tool to facilitate learning.