Human Connections: Recent Episodes
MSA Podcast Production
Human Connections is a podcast series curated by students in the Literary Arts Department at Mississippi School of the Arts. Episodes contain reflective commentary and clips from oral histories that present to listeners important voices, ideas, and issues of our community.
Aleria, Sarah, and Ava explore the intricate parent-child dynamics depicted in short fiction works. Writing prompt: Compare and contrast the parental roles within family dynamics, exploring their similarities and differences.This is a podcast series curated by the Literary Arts Department at Mississippi School of the Arts. Visit the department's web site for more information about our program - https://msabrookhaven.org/programs/literary-arts
Adele, Joseph, and Matthew discuss their journeys into worldbuilding and its influence on their writing. Writing prompt: Envision a familiar geographical climate. Describe the diverse range of characters that could inhabit this environment and provide vivid details about their appearance.This is a podcast series curated by the Literary Arts Department at Mississippi School of the Arts. Visit the department's web site for more information about our program - https://msabrookhaven.org/programs/literary-arts
Jordan, Simone, and Leo discuss the cultural significance and impact of video games. Writing prompt: Has there been a video game that significantly impacted your life? How did it change you?This is a podcast series curated by the Literary Arts Department at Mississippi School of the Arts. Visit the department's web site for more information about our program - https://msabrookhaven.org/programs/literary-arts
Emma and Locklyn discuss how female villains in horror with tragic backstories navigate their worlds. Writing prompt: Write a short story from the perspective of a female villain.This is a podcast series curated by the Literary Arts Department at Mississippi School of the Arts. Visit the department's web site for more information about our program - https://msabrookhaven.org/programs/literary-arts
Elliot and Erin discuss how artists explore the issue of anxiety through their songs. Episode writing prompt: Write a poem embodying the same themes from your favorite song.This is a podcast series curated by the Literary Arts Department at Mississippi School of the Arts. Visit the department's web site for more information about our program - https://msabrookhaven.org/programs/literary-arts
Welcome to the new series of the “Human Connections” podcast. This season we will be looking at how the human condition is depicted in various art forms such as fiction, song, writing, video gaming, and film. We will have 5 episodes, released on Mondays and Wednesdays during the month of May, starting with May 15th, 2023.This is a podcast series curated by the Literary Arts Department at Mississippi School of the Arts. Visit the department's web site for more information about our program - https://www.msabrookhaven.org/programs/literary-arts/
Morgan Douglas sits down with their Mom, Julie Kelley, a United States Air Force Veteran, to discuss how her journey started in, and her opinions on, the military.
This is a podcast series curated by the Literary Arts Department at Mississippi School of the Arts. Visit the department's web site for more information about our program - https://www.msabrookhaven.org/programs/literary-arts/
Joseph Hanna and his mother, Cindy Hanna, discuss her time she spent in Germany during the fall of the Berlin wall, as well as divulging many of the minor and major differences between life in the United States and Germany.
This is a podcast series curated by the Literary Arts Department at Mississippi School of the Arts. Visit the department's web site for more information about our program - https://www.msabrookhaven.org/programs/literary-arts/
Taylor Lafayette discusses the importance of embracing Black culture and representation in news media with Mississippi Delta news reporter, Andranita Williams.
This is a podcast series curated by the Literary Arts Department at Mississippi School of the Arts. Visit the department's web site for more information about our program - https://www.msabrookhaven.org/programs/literary-arts/
Sara Hebert talks with Tanner Marlar, a student, writer, and podcast host at Mississippi State University. They cover topics such as sports journalism, student life, feminism, and time management.
This is a podcast series curated by the Literary Arts Department at Mississippi School of the Arts. Visit the department's web site for more information about our program - https://www.msabrookhaven.org/programs/literary-arts/
Simone Smith and her father Tramone Smith have an encouraging conversation about what it's like to have road blockages on the path to your dream, and what it is like to overcome them.
This is a podcast series curated by the Literary Arts Department at Mississippi School of the Arts. Visit the department's web site for more information about our program - https://www.msabrookhaven.org/programs/literary-arts/
Sydney Knotts sits down with internationally recognized youth development trainer and women empowerment coach, Savannah Holmes, to discuss her journey of becoming a member of the MSA family and how she hopes to influence the next generation of young people.
This is a podcast series curated by the Literary Arts Department at Mississippi School of the Arts. Visit the department's web site for more information about our program - https://www.msabrookhaven.org/programs/literary-arts/
Madison White chats with her great-grandmother, Barbra Hoggatt, about how family connections are strengthened through traditions.
This is a podcast series curated by the Literary Arts Department at Mississippi School of the Arts. Visit the department's web site for more information about our program - https://www.msabrookhaven.org/programs/literary-arts/
Lauren Stamps interviews Callie Matthews, a Literary Alumna, about how fashion and music can help one gain self-confidence and learn to express themselves. Callie also explores her own personal journey and gives great advice on gaining self-esteem.
This is a podcast series curated by the Literary Arts Department at Mississippi School of the Arts. Visit the department's web site for more information about our program - https://www.msabrookhaven.org/programs/literary-arts/
Diego Mendez has an intimate conversation with a close army friend to catch up while also learning the value of finding positivity. Content Advisory: This episode contains mentions of racist and homophobic slurs.
This is a podcast series curated by the Literary Arts Department at Mississippi School of the Arts. Visit the department's web site for more information about our program - https://www.msabrookhaven.org/programs/literary-arts/
Emma Stapp speaks with her aunt and former teacher, Barbara Clay, to learn more about her life as an educator and her love for teaching.
This is a podcast series curated by the Literary Arts Department at Mississippi School of the Arts. Visit the department's web site for more information about our program - https://www.msabrookhaven.org/programs/literary-arts/
Jordan Brown sits down with Jackson State alumnus, James Banks, to discuss the shared experiences and connections of marching band culture.
This is a podcast series curated by the Literary Arts Department at Mississippi School of the Arts. Visit the department's web site for more information about our program - https://www.msabrookhaven.org/programs/literary-arts/
Adele Bryant explores oral history by connecting with former MSA student, Hanna Miller, who opens up about how Mississippi School of the Arts impacted her life and career.
This is a podcast series curated by the Literary Arts Department at Mississippi School of the Arts. Visit the department's web site for more information about our program - https://www.msabrookhaven.org/programs/literary-arts/
Locklyn Wilchynski sits down with her brother, Ethan, to try and discover his perspective on their childhood.
This is a podcast series curated by the Literary Arts Department at Mississippi School of the Arts. Visit the department's web site for more information about our program - https://www.msabrookhaven.org/programs/literary-arts/
Lillian Denney speaks with Zoë Marie, head of the “Shy Peoples Drawing Club”, about the art club she runs and the importance of art and having a safe space with others.
This is a podcast series curated by the Literary Arts Department at Mississippi School of the Arts. Visit the department's web site for more information about our program - https://www.msabrookhaven.org/programs/literary-arts/
Hunter Nix strikes up a conversation with Mississippi School of the Arts' former counselor and now-Principal, Avery Peagler, to discuss the evolutions that occur when one experiences an art school education as a student and an administrator.
This is a podcast series curated by the Literary Arts Department at Mississippi School of the Arts. Visit the department's web site for more information about our program - https://www.msabrookhaven.org/programs/literary-arts/