Hosted by Chris Bournea · 🇺🇸 US · EN-US · 21 episodes
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The Culture Beats podcast features conversations about pop culture and many other aspects of life. The show is hosted by Chris Bournea, director of the acclaimed "Lady Wrestler" documentary who is also an author and journalist.
Chris Bournea hosts Culture Beats, a arts show with 21 episodes published.
Nostalgia is a potent drug. Screenwriter-turned-novelist Seth Panitch and I discuss the power of nostalgia and how looking back on things of value can enrich your life – a theme he explores in his new novel, “Antique.” T
The blockbuster success of the movies “Obsession” and “Backrooms” has sparked a conversation about why indie horror movies are beginning to dominate the industry. Filmmaker Joseph Mbah, director of the new supernatural t
Can fanbases overlap? Actor and playwright-turned-podcaster Sair Kaufman explores the unlikely intersection of Broadway aficionados and Dungeons and Dragons fans with the new musical podcast, The Reality Shaper. We discu
A lot of authors want to break into Hollywood. Kay A. Oliver did it in reverse: She started out as a director and screenwriter, then transitioned into writing novels. Oliver is the author of the psychological thrillers,
I hope you enjoy this conversation with my longtime friend and fellow journalist, Charles Farmer. We talk about his new book, “Time to Let the Little Boys Go: A Father’s Blueprint to His Son on Surviving Life Alone,” a t
I hope you enjoy this conversation with Robert Gaines, author of “Scintilla,” which he describes as a practical, psychology-driven guide for anyone who wants to generate business, product or service ideas. For more infor
Veteran broadcaster Kingsley H. Smith shares tips on how to build a career in journalism, based on his more than 40 years in the industry. We also discuss the importance of preserving Black history. For more information
Does a new technology called Nostr have the potential to eliminate gatekeepers on the Internet and place the power of self-expression solely in the hands of content creators? Technology expert Wouter Constant and I debat
In observance of Women's History Month, I hope you enjoy this conversation with Valerie Hawes about her legendary mother, wrestler Lula Mae Provo. Valerie shares why her mother was hesitant to talk about being one of the
In this episode, I speak with arts entrepreneur Ben Zingos about his innovative approach to theater. He transforms existing facilities into performance spaces through the organization he founded, the Space Pirates Theatr
In honor of Black History Month and observance of Mardi Gras, I hope you enjoy my conversation with writer Lolis Elie. Lolis chronicles the richness of New Orleans cuisine and culture. Find out more about Lolis at Lolise
True crime and mysteries are more popular than ever. Why do audiences like a good thrill? I explore this question with John David, author of the new thriller “The Bystander.” Check out John's new thriller, "The Bystander
In this episode, Dr. Letisha Engracia Cardoso Brown talks about her groundbreaking research into the countless contributions that Black women have made to sports. Dr. Brown is the author of the new book, “Say Her Name: C
In Part 2 of this very special episode of the Culture Beats podcast, I speak with Kim Goodwin Martin, daughter of wrestling legend Marva Scott. Marva, along with her older sisters Babs Wingo and Ethel Johnson, were the f
In this very special episode, I speak with Kim Goodwin Martin, daughter of wrestling legend Marva Scott. Marva, along with her older sisters Babs Wingo and Ethel Johnson, were the first Black women to integrate professio
I hope you enjoy Part 2 of my conversation with Ira Cross - filmmaker, actor, model and all-around arts advocate. We share horror stories about our experiences in the entertainment industry as African American models and
If you grew up loving movies like me, which ones had the most profound effect on you? Which movies shaped the way you see the world and made you feel that anything was possible, even if you didn’t grow up with money or a
In the second part of this conversation for the “Culture Beats” podcast with Victor Dandridge, a multitalented writer, designer and publisher, we talk about the pros and cons of using AI to design comic books and other c
In this episode of the “Culture Beats” podcast, I speak with Victor Dandridge, a multitalented writer, designer and publisher about the challenges and rewards of being an independent creative working in the comic book in
In the second part of the conversation between Culture Beats host Chris Bournea and financial coach Diamond Zimmerman, they get into the nitty-gritty of how independent artists and entrepreneurs can pursue their dreams w
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