Marjorie Waldo is joined by Marusca Gatto, Cultural Arts Director at the DDA and curator of the Cornell Museum, and Grace Gdaniec, Program Director at Arts Warehouse, for a discussion on the role of curation in the arts ecosystem. The episode explores how curatorial decisions impact artists, shape audience experience, and bring cultural spaces to life within the community.

Marjorie Waldo sits down with Representative Rob Long to discuss the evolving legislative landscape in Florida and its impact on arts and culture. The conversation highlights key issues including property tax changes, funding challenges, and the role of government in supporting cultural organizations.

Marjorie Waldo is joined by Dr. Gianni Bianchini and Jean Caze for a conversation centered on the next generation of jazz musicians. With diverse backgrounds and styles, these artists represent the genre’s evolving sound. This episode explores why supporting these performers is essential, how music continues to shape lives and communities, and why jazz remains a vital force in today’s cultural landscape.

Marjorie is joined by Charlene Farrington, Executive Director of the Spady Cultural Heritage Museum for a continuation of their conversation on storytelling and preservation. This time, the discussion turns to the passing of SB 1134, now Florida Statute Chapter 2026-43, and what it means for cultural institutions. From funding challenges to the role of museums in their communities, this episode explores how organizations continue their work while navigating a shifting policy landscape.

In this episode of Culture Under Fire, Marjorie sits down with Senator Carlos Guillermo Smith for a wide-ranging conversation on how state-level decisions shape local communities. From Florida Statute Chapter 2026-43 (SB 1134) to proposed changes in property tax policy and the future of state grant funding, the discussion explores how these issues intersect with arts and cultural organizations, public expression, and the sustainability of community-based programs. Together, they examine what’s at stake for local leaders, creatives, and the communities they serve.

Marjorie Waldo is joined by Stephanie Immelman (Chamber of Commerce) for a conversation about the impact of arts and culture in Delray Beach. From supporting small businesses to activating public spaces across the city, this episode explores how creativity fuels economic vitality and strengthens the local ecosystem.

In this episode of Culture Under Fire, Marjorie sits down with Laura Crawford Williams and Patricia Glass Schuman to discuss their experiences as artists and Arts Garage board members. Together, they reflect on how a creative life shapes leadership, why artist voices matter in governance, and what it means to support the future of an arts organization from both the studio and the boardroom.

Jeff Perlman, an artist and former policymaker, joins the conversation to discuss advocacy, censorship, and the critical role artistic freedom plays in sustaining democracy.

What keeps people coming back to Florida? Marjorie explores how arts and culture drive Florida’s $100B+ tourism economy. Milton Segarra shares how cultural programming strengthens destinations and keeps visitors coming back.

In this episode of Culture Under Fire, Marjorie welcomes internationally acclaimed vocalist, songwriter, and performer Ann Hampton Callaway for a conversation about the discipline and imagination behind a lasting career. From concert halls to intimate stages, Ann has built a body of work rooted in musical excellence, wit, and emotional connection. Together, they explore what it means to interpret familiar songs in fresh ways, how an artist sustains a voice over time, and why live performance continues to matter in a fast-moving world.