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Hosted by Michael deMeng · 🇺🇸 US · EN-US · 31 episodes
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Junk and Disorderly is your backstage pass to art, myth, oddities, and the strange little sparks that fly between real and imagined worlds. Hosted by Michael deMeng — artist, author, instructor, and professional rummager of the beautifully peculiar — this podcast wanders through the stories, symbols, films, folklore, objects, and creative misadventures that inspire his work. Some episodes dig into the art of transforming found objects into something mythic. Others follow the trail of legends, monsters, rituals, strange histories, haunted places, favorite films, and curious cultural debris. Along the way, Michael talks with fellow artists, makers, collectors, travelers, organizers, and creative oddballs who know that the best stories often hide in the cracks, cupboards, alleys, attics, and junk drawers of the world. With humor, curiosity, and a healthy dose of artistic anarchy, Junk and Disorderly invites you to embrace the odd, the han
Michael deMeng hosts Junk and Disorderly: Art • Myth • Oddities From Real and Imagined Worlds, a arts show with 31 episodes published.
This week on Junk and Disorderly , we’re heading into the bayous of Louisiana in search of the Rougarou — the Cajun werewolf with claws, teeth, bad hair, and apparently a pretty active social life. Michael deMeng follows
In this short episode, I take a look at some teeny tiny shrines I've created, share a bit about what inspired them, and talk about a few upcoming classes where you can make your own. Follow Michael deMeng on social media
In this episode of Junk and Disorderly, I’m joined by Oaxaca retreat organizers Mija Matriz and Jon Labrousse for a conversation about Day of the Dead processions in Oaxaca — comparsas, calendas, and muerteadas — and why
In this episode of Junk and Disorderly, Michael deMeng is joined by artist, author, and crime-fiction historian Gary Warren Niebuhr to explore the cinematic adventures of literature’s most gloriously unreliable storytell
In Part Two of Christmas at the Movies, Michael deMeng and Gary Warren Niebuhr return to tackle holiday films where the kids take over and the adults barely stand a chance. From suburban wish-fulfillment mayhem ( Home Al
This week, Michael deMeng welcomes special guest Gary Warren Niebuhr for a deep dive into three of Gary’s favorite holiday films: Xmas in Connecticut , White Christmas , and It’s a Wonderful Life . These aren’t kid-focus
In this episode of Junk and Disorderly, I hang out with my pal and fellow art-stirrer Stephanie Lee to talk about the books that warped—er, shaped—our young minds. From creepy creatures under the bed to magical forests a
Join me and art buddy Garry Warren Niebuhr for a chat about the amazing and influential film Metropolis. Follow Michael deMeng on social media for updates and behind-the-scenes content: • Instagram: @ michael_demeng_art
In this episode of Junk and Disorderly, we’re taking a peek at some of the stranger holiday traditions—like the mysterious pickle hidden in the Christmas tree and a certain festive log with an… unexpected talent. And, of
In this episode, Michael recounts a late-night cab ride in Mexico City that turned out to be anything but ordinary. From an unexpected decision to a ride full of surprises, he explores how even the smallest details can t
In this episode of Junk and Disorderly, I reflect on the early days after my first book was published and how I made the mistake of obsessing over reviews. One particular one-star review stood out—not for its kindness, l
In this thought-provoking episode, join Michael deMeng and Gary Warren Niebuhr as they dive into the age-old debate: what’s the real difference between craft and art? Is it the intention, the process, or something else e
In this episode of Mischief and Masterpieces, we're taking a stroll down memory lane through the colorful history of art. Join Michael deMeng and Gary Warren Niebuhr as we ponder the age-old question: why do we make art
For the Holidays I decided to share a strange tradition from my childhood, that involves a 5 foot tall Tyrannosaurus Rex. A very strange Christmas tradition, indeed. Follow Michael deMeng on social media for updates and
In this episode Michael takes a gander at the creatures that lurk in your slumber. Explore the Alebrijes creations from Mexico learn how they were inspired by a fever dream. Also travel to Greece and Japan and find out a
In this episode Michael be taking a look at the classic and influential 1922 film, Nosferatu. He will chat about the production as well a some of the myths and legends that influenced it. Follow Michael deMeng on social
In this episode Michael explores the legends of the cyclops. The come from all over the world in all shapes and sizes...even as umbrellas. Find out more about the one eyed guys and why they are so important to Michael's
In this episode Michael explores the legends of the Xmas devil, Krampus. He also takes a look at other the other devils of December and there ring leader...Frau Perchta. He winds up with a chat about a nasty Christmas or
In this episode Michael explores the myths and legends surrounding beer. Beer godesses, never empty goblets, the invention of straws, the strange life and demise of Lord Barleycorn and the King of Beer sells his soul to
In this episode Michael explores doppelgängers, changelings and other unusual duplicates. Are they warnings, protectors, or do they have something more nefarious in mind? Additional insight and resources about the topic
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