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š¬ In this rich and reflective episode, we sit down with award-winning filmmaker, writer, and preservationist Jake Gorstāthe visionary force behind MainSpringNarrative.org, and documentaries like Leisurama, Farmboy, Modern Tide, and more.Jakeās work bridges generations, architecture, memory, and placeācapturing the spirit of 20th-century modernism, the quiet poetry of rural America, and the stories that mainstream history often leaves behind. With a deep-rooted passion for design, community, and storytelling, Jake has spent his career documenting not just what people build, but why they build itāand what those choices reveal about our evolving culture.From mid century suburban dreams to the soul of Long Island farmland, Jake's lens transforms the everyday into the epic. Whether he's honoring the legacy of his grandfather, architect Andrew Geller, or exploring the socio-cultural implications of postwar architecture, Jake is an artist of observation, empathy, and lasting impact.š„ His films donāt just documentāthey preserve. They advocate. They remember.In our conversation, Jake opens up about:- His journey from corporate to the editing room- Why the intersection of architecture, family, and memory matters now more than ever- The making of Leisurama and the forgotten promise of affordable design- How Farmboy was inspired by his family's multi-generational roots in agriculture- His mission with MainSpring Narrativeāa platform honoring untold stories and disappearing landscapesJake reminds us that the past is never just the pastāitās the foundation for how we imagine and shape the future.šļø If youāre a lover of documentary film, architecture, history, or creative storytelling that goes beyond the surface, this episode is a must-watch.š Donāt forget to LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE for more thoughtful interviews with artists, historians, and cultural stewards who shape how we see the world.š§” Please support this channel so we can bring you more interviews like this one ā https://pay.artistanticswithapril.com. Every contribution helps keep independent storytelling alive!!Connect with Jake Gorst:š Website ā https://www.mainspringnarrative.orgš½ļø Notable Films ā Leisurama, Farmboy, The Nature Of Modernism, The Models Artist, Corsi- the world's first supermodelš Book ā Andrew Geller: Deconstructedš§ Email ā [email protected]šø Instagram ā @mainspringnarrativeHost April Paige:Owner & Fine ArtistApril Paige Fine Art LLCš www.AprilPaigeFineArt.comš± c 941-586-6550Follow me on social media:šø Instagram ā @April_Paige_Fine_Artš Pinterest ā @AprilPaigeFineArtš Facebook ā @April Paige Fine Artš„ YouTube ā @AprilPaige-AAWAš¶ TikTok ā @April_Paige_Fine_Artš¦ Twitter ā @AprilPaigeFAš Bluesky ā @AprilPaigeFineArt.bsky.socialš LinkedIn ā https://www.linkedin.com/in/aprilpaige/
By April Paigeš¬ In this rich and reflective episode, we sit down with award-winning filmmaker, writer, and preservationist Jake Gorstāthe visionary force behind MainSpringNarrative.org, and documentaries like Leisurama, Farmboy, Modern Tide, and more.Jakeās work bridges generations, architecture, memory, and placeācapturing the spirit of 20th-century modernism, the quiet poetry of rural America, and the stories that mainstream history often leaves behind. With a deep-rooted passion for design, community, and storytelling, Jake has spent his career documenting not just what people build, but why they build itāand what those choices reveal about our evolving culture.From mid century suburban dreams to the soul of Long Island farmland, Jake's lens transforms the everyday into the epic. Whether he's honoring the legacy of his grandfather, architect Andrew Geller, or exploring the socio-cultural implications of postwar architecture, Jake is an artist of observation, empathy, and lasting impact.š„ His films donāt just documentāthey preserve. They advocate. They remember.In our conversation, Jake opens up about:- His journey from corporate to the editing room- Why the intersection of architecture, family, and memory matters now more than ever- The making of Leisurama and the forgotten promise of affordable design- How Farmboy was inspired by his family's multi-generational roots in agriculture- His mission with MainSpring Narrativeāa platform honoring untold stories and disappearing landscapesJake reminds us that the past is never just the pastāitās the foundation for how we imagine and shape the future.šļø If youāre a lover of documentary film, architecture, history, or creative storytelling that goes beyond the surface, this episode is a must-watch.š Donāt forget to LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE for more thoughtful interviews with artists, historians, and cultural stewards who shape how we see the world.š§” Please support this channel so we can bring you more interviews like this one ā https://pay.artistanticswithapril.com. Every contribution helps keep independent storytelling alive!!Connect with Jake Gorst:š Website ā https://www.mainspringnarrative.orgš½ļø Notable Films ā Leisurama, Farmboy, The Nature Of Modernism, The Models Artist, Corsi- the world's first supermodelš Book ā Andrew Geller: Deconstructedš§ Email ā [email protected]šø Instagram ā @mainspringnarrativeHost April Paige:Owner & Fine ArtistApril Paige Fine Art LLCš www.AprilPaigeFineArt.comš± c 941-586-6550Follow me on social media:šø Instagram ā @April_Paige_Fine_Artš Pinterest ā @AprilPaigeFineArtš Facebook ā @April Paige Fine Artš„ YouTube ā @AprilPaige-AAWAš¶ TikTok ā @April_Paige_Fine_Artš¦ Twitter ā @AprilPaigeFAš Bluesky ā @AprilPaigeFineArt.bsky.socialš LinkedIn ā https://www.linkedin.com/in/aprilpaige/