State of the Arts Episode 192 now available on Spotify! This week I had the honor of interviewing another podcaster. Not only does Dean Aquino have his own podcast, he is also an autistic pharmacist, a cosplayer, a comic convention reviewer/researcher, a public transit advocate and a landlord. Financial management and weather monitoring are two personal passions of his as well. It is an honor to have this dynamic guest on State of the Arts.

State of the Arts Episode 192 now available on Spotify! This week I had the honor of interviewing another podcaster. Not only does Dean Aquino have his own podcast, he is also an autistic pharmacist, a cosplayer, a comic convention reviewer/researcher, a public transit advocate and a landlord. Financial management and weather monitoring are two personal passions of his as well. I am elated to welcome this dynamic guest to State of the Arts for an in-person interview!

State of the Arts Episode 189 now available on Spotify! Josh Berkowitz returns to State of the Arts with a new passion for sewing and costume design. This cosplay expert and content creator is now mastering the art of fashion. With this new developing skill under his belt, he is now able to sew some of his own costumes for the many events he attends. An active member of the cosplay community, he is frequently a part of conventions and photo shoots. This certified screen printer for Spectrum Designs was a recipient of many honors for his excellent work. He is currently learning Adobe Photoshop. A traveler, a gamer and a proud Swiftie, my creative guest covers many more fascinating topics in this in-person episode. A memorable episode recorded in the lovely Turnure Park of our home city of White Plains. It was a great privilege to have such an inspirational artist on State of the Arts this week!

State of the Arts Episode 188 is now available on Spotify! I am thrilled to announce the guest for my podcast this week is renowned contemporary impressionist painter Eileen Stodut. This former set designer found a creative home in the flourishing county of Westchester. As an artist with a work space in ArtsWestchester, this acclaimed creative continues to influence the creative culture in our area. She was commissioned to create a breathtaking mural of an elephant for a prominent wall in White Plains. This stunning mural brightens our city with its authenticity and beauty. The cause of saving endangered elephants is one that is close to this artist's heart. All of her works incorporate an element of nature. Her many creations bring a classic aura with a modern spin. In each of her works is a hidden monarch butterfly. This lovely symbol of her artistry can be found in every single one of her pieces. My tremendously gifted guest was featured in articles in Westchester Magazine. An award was also presented to her by State of the Artist. This was a tremendous honor to have such an accomplished creative on my podcast this week. Tune in for an informative and enriching episode featuring one of New York's most brilliant artists!

State of the Arts Episode 187: The Pride Month Special now available on Spotify! For the last week of Pride, a brilliant shadow cast took to the stage at the legendary Copacabana night club for an immersive Rocky Horror Picture Show performance. With the accomplished Tym Moss as Riff Raff, enchantress Dorothy Bishop as Magenta and a wickedly beguiling ensemble, the mesmerized audience was treated to a cinematic thrill ride. This episode is a review of this magnetic production that I had a chance to see along with my podcast co-host Anthony Bonilla. We thoroughly enjoyed the performance and delve into the wonders of The Rocky Horror mystique in this episode. In the breathtaking patio of Lincoln Center, we recorded this well-deserved positive review of the most engaging Pride performance in New York. Along with this review, our episode features a historical look at the phenomenon that is The Rocky Horror Picture Show.