After a pause, host Carman Tyra returns with reflections on home, healing, and community in San José, CA (on Muwekma Ohlone lands). From navigating mental health during turbulent times to the joy of adopting two kittens, Carman shares insights on love, solitude, and growth. They also recount turning 32, solo adventures, and soaking in the Levitt Pavilion music series. This episode blends storytelling, personal reflection, and a call to honor local organizers shaping culture in the Bay Area.

✨ Topics: mental health, home & stability, community arts, solitude vs. loneliness, birthday reflections, tarot insights, free live music, and local organizing.

👉 Tune in for a vulnerable, nonlinear recap full of honesty, inspiration, and gratitude.

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broadcasting from the Muwekma Ohlone Lands of Da'Bay Area

Greetings, gewd people! Who else is stumbling out of 2024 and into the new year? I know I am, and being alive in these chaotic times feels good. I may not have a plan yet, however, I know this year will be filled with good stories. Clearly I skipped a few from 2024, and that's okay. We love non-linear time travel in these parts.

Reflections include The Flipside Lovers and The Changing Same.

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Join Carman Tyra in this lively episode of the Plan & Story podcast as she takes you on a vibrant journey through a weekend filled with art, community, and dance. Despite the overwhelming weight of the world, we are reminded of the power of finding joy in the everyday.

Highlights include:

• Color Me Rad: Discover the impact of Local Color’s youth program, where students create art and gain the confidence to exhibit and sell their work. Carman shares inspiring stories of empowerment and the importance of valuing young artists' voices.
• Digital Underground Event: A nod to an amazing event Carman couldn’t attend but wishes she had.
• Clove Art Complex Opening: Explore the new art space that’s celebrating Zoot Suit culture. Carman reflects on the significance of community spaces and the thrill of seeing her friends' artwork proudly displayed.
• Other Brother Brewing Co. Event: Immerse yourself in a night of disco, funk, and fresh beats curated by "Encounters of the Funky Kind." Carman talks about the joy of traveling, trying new things, and dancing the night away.
• New Museum Los Gatos Opening: Carman praises the energetic atmosphere of art show openings and encourages emerging artists to get involved with Gen Arts for skill-building and new opportunities.

Support your local artists by attending events and thanking those who make these incredible experiences possible. Tune in and let the inspiration flow!

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Co-Produced by Jessica Kariisa

Join us for a heartwarming episode as we dive into the Fifth Annual San José Day 2023! Our first guest, Haley Cardamon, the brilliant project director behind this spectacular event, takes us on a journey through the just before, during, and after of this incredible day.

In this episode, we uncover the behind-the-scenes hustle and bustle as preparations were underway to make San José Day a resounding success. Haley shares fascinating insights into the planning process, the challenges faced, and the immense dedication of the team involved.

Experience the event's vibrant atmosphere through Haley's firsthand account of the day's festivities. The day was filled with excitement, from cultural showcases to artistic performances and diverse activities. Join us as we relive the energy of this remarkable event and explore its impact on the community. Haley reflects on the lasting impressions left on attendees and the connections formed. Discover the inspiring stories of individuals whose lives were touched by this celebration of culture, unity, and community spirit in the heart of San José.

Listen now via your favorite podcast platform, and join the conversation using #PlanAndStoryPodcast. Take advantage of this extraordinary episode! 🎧✨ And follow @SanJoseDay on Instagram to stay up to date for next year!

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In this episode of the Plan and Story podcast, Carman Tyra shares their reflections and experiences from various events and encounters in the San Jose, California area. The podcast episode begins with Carman expressing the importance of storytelling and documenting our lives. They highlight their motivation for starting the podcast as a medium to capture and appreciate these unique moments.

Carman recounts attending a Spark panel discussion at the Gensler office in San Jose on March 30th. The panel, moderated by Haley Cardamon, featured three artists: Alyssa Wignant, Erin Salazar, and Elba Raquel. Carman admires their artistic talents and discusses the significance of learning from others, especially in fleeting moments.

On April 1st, Carman visits SCRAP, a treasure trove of creative materials in San Francisco. They encourage listeners not to discard their paper scraps and craft supplies at donation centers like Goodwill or Savers, but instead bring them to SCRAP. Carman describes the extensive range of materials available, including magazines, glass jars, buttons, and sewing supplies. There is a mention of San Jose Day and the preparations by Local Color, who was offering a free Build-A-Button workshop at the event.

Before the weekend officially begins, Carman details the April 7th Friday marathon, which starts with the MACLA Latinx Art Now! Exhibition Opening, a walkthrough of the Exhibit organized by Empire 7 and Catalyze SV. The evening continues with a Culture Night Market hosted at the Seven Trees Community Center and ends with a basement DJ session at the Orifice in San Jose.

For more details and photographs mentioned in the episode, visit the website planandstory.co.

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Discover the Muwekma Ohlone Bay Area's vibrant arts and culture scene in this engaging episode of the "Plan and Story" podcast. Join host Carman Tyra as she takes you on a journey through the diverse experiences and storytelling traditions that make this world so abundant.

Carman starts by recapping the past two months of events using her planner and phone. She shares her excitement about "All My Friends Are Artists Too" at the Milk Bar in San Francisco and "Tender" in the Oakland Hills, even though she couldn't attend. Experience the fear of missing out and the joy of knowing that these events contribute to pushing the culture forward.

Next, Carman takes you to the Mercado hosted by Plant Cultura at the Chromatic Complex. Feel the excitement of discovering the complex's larger size and the buzzing corridors filled with diverse vendors, including art, thrift, and food. Learn about Armando Bravo, the owner, and founder of Plant Kultura, who is creating opportunities for other vendors with his pop-up style model. Carman proudly shares her love for plants, mentioning her unique plant children like the money tree and prayer plant with fishbone-like leaves.

Then, Carman visits CAPZ, a project by Together We Create, a group of artists selected as Creative Ambassadors by the City of San Jose. She highlights the professional artists and student groups involved in creating large painted panels. Discover the powerful themes of a woman birthing the earth and a break dancing competition that showcases participants of all ages. Feel Carman's optimism and hope for the future as she emphasizes the positive impact of art and community involvement on the younger generation.

Join us for this captivating episode that unveils the Muwekma Ohlone Bay Area's vibrant arts and culture scene. Experience the events, community engagement, and the inspiring power of creativity that uplifts and brings people together. Don't miss out on this incredible journey!

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This week's episode delves into contemporary art by reflecting on some of the latest art openings and closing receptions in the Bay Area. Throughout this episode, we explore modern art's importance and impact on society.

• Sadie Barnette's Family Business exhibition
• Saffron: The Saint of Spices exhibit by Pantea Karimi
• One Culture Grafitti Legends

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Episode 1 of the Plan & Story podcast, hosted by Carman Tyra, is a brief introduction to what's to come from this series on the topics of choice and living life to the fullest!

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