Welcome to Season 2 of 'My Human Experience'! In this episode, we sit down with the multifaceted artist Joseph Stanton, known for his visual art, fire dancing, and chainsaw carving, as well as creating the unique Germ Index. Joseph shares his transformative journey, which began with attending Burning Man, and his passion for art and community building. He recounts powerful stories of resilience, spiritual exploration, and intercultural exchanges that have shaped his work and mission. From his life-changing experiences at Burning Man to his profound time in Bali, Joseph conveys how art has been a catalyst for change, joy, and connection in his life. Tune in to discover how Joseph is infecting the world with creativity and the magic of community.

00:00 Introduction to Season Two

00:14 Meet Joseph Stanton: Artist and Adventurer

00:48 The Burning Man Transformation

06:56 A Life-Changing Journey to Bali0

7:38 Immersing in Balinese Culture

14:18 The Impact of COVID-19

15:13 The Vision for Intercultural Art Exchange

23:33 Embracing the Artistic Journey

24:03 Feeding the Creative Process

24:58 Current Projects and Future Goals

25:30 The Germ Project: Spreading Joy

28:03 Building a Foundation for Artistic Growth

31:57 The Power of Community and Connection

36:07 Looking Ahead: Future Plans and Aspirations

37:40 Gratitude and Final ThoughtsYou can find Joseph Stanton at any of the links below!

monsterstanton.etsy.com

@monsterstanton on IG

Joseph Stanton on Facebook

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