The Warehouse

Ali Siddiq is a name you might know already or recognize from a social media clip that made you laugh and think at the same time. And as a stand-up comedian, Siddiq is a one-of-a-kind storyteller, using comedy and narrative to share what he has learned along the way. But Siddiq is more than a comedian, and is sitting down with Josh Johnson to discuss his current tour, his recent NAACP Image Award, and more...

Some Musicians come alive in the studio, while others live for the performance – finding the highest joy in seeing the audience react as they play. From performing on stage to busking on street corners, local folk music duo, Hot Tamale, has been sharing their love of live music for years. The group will be celebrating the birthday of Ray Charles, in his hometown of Greenville, Florida next month. The performers (Adrian Fogelin and Craig Reeder) sat down with Josh Johnson to discuss their commitment to live music and their upcoming event...

Photography is both an artform and a craft, meaning some photographers practice to create pieces of work that move you, while others are trying to capture a person or scene exactly as it appears in real life. The difference between to two can be hard to find at times, as both forms require immense knowledge and skill. The real difference is simply intention. Mickey Adair is a photographer that considers himself more of a documentarian than an artist, but his work has spanned decades and still moves people as much as any art. Josh Johnson sits down with Adair to discuss his origins, process, and some stories behind some of his most known photos...

Poetry is an artform that can use language to convey universal emotions and ideas. It is an artform many turn to when they are seeking understanding or be understood. Josh Johnson is sitting down with published poet, Jacklin Farley, to discuss how identity and community and influence her poetry...

Many movie-goers consider film to be a purely visual medium, but cinemas invest in powerful sound systems for a reason. Sound design, and specifically musical compositions, can elevate and heighten the emotional structure of any scene and create a stronger connection to the audience. Josh Johnson is sitting down with Matthew Cravener, a film composer that has worked on feature films, an Amazon mini-series, and an upcoming locally produced documentary...

The United States Of America is celebrating its 250th anniversary, and Tom Flanigan is about Town discussing how Florida and Tallahassee are connected to the revolution. Tom is joined by Suzanne Smith, WFSU’s Executive Producer of Television, to discuss how some local historical figures are tied to the birth of the country. Suzanne also sits down with a local author, whose family fought in the war of independence and went on to aid the growth of Florida.

Jazz has influenced many other genres of music. In fact, most music released today takes some inspiration from the jazz legends of the past. Longineu Parsons is one of those figures, having played with the likes of Cab Calloway, Sun Ra. He also was a mentee of Tallahassee’s very own Nat Adderley. Parsons sat down with host Josh Johnson to discuss his music, stories from jam sessions, and more.

Contemporary art has many definitions, but a popular interpretation is that it can be defined as art made in the present day, by living artists. This means that there is a lot of space in terms of medium, message, and style. Jiha Moon is a painter, sculptor, and professor who in part uses her art to explore identities and their relationship to culture. Originating from South Korea and having spent a lot of her life in the American South, Moon sits down with host Josh Johnson to discuss her influences, mediums, and what she has learned along her artistic journey.

Ecology and art share much in common, and while most look to nature for its beauty and splendor, some find their highest artistic inspiration out in the wild. Moey Hewitt is an eco and environmental artist that uses found materials and natural objects to compose her pieces. Josh Johnson sat down with Hewitt to discuss her practice and methods.

Space making and place keeping are key aspects to having live events in your area, artists must have places to perform for people to see them. Duane Daughtry was part owner of one of Tallahassee’s most important former venues that was located on Gaines Street and also called The Warehouse. Josh Johnson sits down with Daughtry to discuss the history and legacy of the space.