In this episode I talk about unpacking and taking an inventory of the mind. I discuss how Empty Mind feels and what it looks like. I chat about my 20 year journey of prayer/visual meditation and how it can bring focus and stillness. Prayer/visual meditation is a lifelong skill that anybody can learn with some practice. If you are suffering from a lack of concentration in your artistic practice then this show is for you. Please join me as I dive into the many benefits of prayer/visual meditation.

In this episode I talk about how setting aside time for prayer/visual meditation can make you feel. I discuss prayer/visual meditation as a lifelong skill that can be developed and honed. Anybody can learn how to pray/visually meditate. I delve into how prayer/visual meditation can help people to stop reacting and start thinking with meaning and purpose. I discuss envisioning the artistic future. What does harmony look like? What color is more creativity? If you desire to enhance your artistic endeavors then please join me for this informative episode.

In this episode I discuss the numerous benefits of prayer/visual meditation in relation to life and art. I talk about why prayer/visual meditation is so wonderful. It’s cheap, it’s available 24-7, and it’s portable. As an introduction to the realm of prayer/visual meditation, I suggest people start by setting aside a mere 10 minutes a day. During that 10 minutes begin to deeply think and envision what you want as an artist/podcaster in the future. In my experience, the return on the 10 minute time investment is noteworthy.

In this episode I compile all of my listener statistics. I also talk about listening platforms and devices. My most popular shows are listed. Lastly, I discuss my most favorite podcasts and the apps they can be found on. Thank you so very much to each and everyone of my listeners. I am grateful for your time and attention.

In this episode I discuss a piece of calligraphy that I created from 2004 and have kept with me over the years. I talk about how it has changed and transformed over time. I delve into how I, as an artist, have matured over the years. This piece of calligraphy serves as an important reminder, in many ways, to me. I’m grateful that I kept it.

In this episode I explore all things red. The definition of red is read. Emotions, sayings, things in nature and products associated with red are discussed. Protanopia is mentioned. Primary colors are covered. Please join me (and Nena with her 99 Luftballons) for this very exciting episode.

In this episode I give a full report on the color green. What is the dictionary definition of green? How do certain color blind individuals view green? What are some shades of green? What famous logos and characters are associated with green? Please join me for this exciting episode (with help from Mr Frank Sinatra singing “Bein’ Green.” ) Stay tuned for my show about the color red on Valentine’s Day.

In this episode I chat about why I do not hang much art in my home, how art history manages to invade my precious sleep and possible theories as to why most people give up podcasting after five episodes.

In this episode I discuss the philosophy of Wabi using a souvenir paperweight my grandmother bought me back in 2005. I talk about how the paperweight has changed over time and how I appreciate each of its transformations. I discuss the wisdom and foresight of grandparents. Lastly, I ponder about what other mysteries the paperweight might reveal to me in the future.

In this episode I summarize and comment upon an article in the New York Times (Feb. 9, 2020) entitled, “In Corner Of The Met, A Violent Painting May Hide A Painful Past” by Graham Bowley. The article outlines the very controversial history of a 17th century painting depicting a man being very aggressive against a woman. Was the painting truly stolen by a German from a Jew? Is the museum in possession of stolen property? Why was this painting retitled? I discuss the timeline of events and several details. (Please be aware that I made an error. The Aram home/estate was sold again in 1938 for 195,000 Reichsmarks and not 195 Reichsmarks as I mistakenly stated.)