A lot goes into how a city is perceived by residents and visitors. Going well beyond shaping perceptions, Mural Arts Philadelphia has been inspiring change in people and places all over the city for more than 40 years. As the nation’s largest public art program, Mural Arts and its dynamic leader, Jane Golden, has empowered communities and earned Philly the distinction of “the Mural Capital of the World.” 

Brian and John talk to Jane about her passion for the way public murals can revitalize neighborhoods, foster community pride, and influence social change.

Background content:

About Mural Arts: https://www.muralarts.org/

Jane Golden Ted Talk: Transforming a city, one mural at a time: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2Rq4gOQAj_E

Preserving murals for future generations: https://muralarts.org/stories/a-bold-move-to-preserve-philadelphias-public-art-for-generations/

Shelly Palmer: If You Can’t Tell the Difference, There is No Difference. https://shellypalmer.com/2024/12/if-you-tell-the-difference-there-is-no-difference/?mc_cid=caa7672d1d&mc_eid=1c38b9576c