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Stance is an independent award-winning arts, culture and current affairs podcast run by New York based journalist and curator Chrystal Genesis. An episode is released on the 1st of every month. Stance is produced by Chrystal Genesis, Zara Martin and Saskia Sewell. stancepodcast.com @stancepodcast Guests so far include musicians Four Tet, Jamila Woods, Róisín Murphy, Amber Mark, Caribou, Kaytranada, Jessie Ware, Tricky and Nao, authors Yaa Gyasi, Sayaka Murata, Elif Shafak & Valeria Luiselli, ...
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Step right up to the greatest horror rock podcast show on Earth! Featuring all the classic Calabrese humor and hijinks you've grown to love, you'll be rockin' in your crypt as fast as a young virgin's blood can be drained from their neck (which is fast, trust us!) Starring the classic Calabrese cast of Davey, Jimmy, and Bobby, this show will be your go-to guide for all Calabrese fun, mayhem, and...well, whatever the hell else Calabrese feels like talkin' about!
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Writer, DJ, lecturer and creative provocateur Elijah joins Chrystal Genesis to talk about his new book Close The App, Make The Ting: Transformative Prompts For The Modern Artist. In this wide-ranging conversation, they chat about how his Yellow Squares project has grown from Instagram prompts into a global project of installations, lectures, billbo…
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Singer, composer, producer, and multi-instrumentalist Emma-Jean Thackray joins Chrystal Genesis to talk about her new album, Weirdo, an ambitious, deeply personal project written, performed, produced, mixed, and arranged entirely by Emma-Jean in her South London flat. In this episode, they discuss how grief, neurodivergence, and resilience shaped t…
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Musician and artist Goya Gumbani joins Chrystal Genesis in New York’s East Village ahead of his live show to talk sound, style, Miles Davis, and his new album, Warlord of the Weejuns. In this episode, the Brooklyn-born, South London-based artist reflects on the cultural influences behind his dreamy, laid-back record, where the storytelling of New Y…
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Marie Mitchell joins Chrystal Genesis at home in Harlem for a cooking lesson and conversation, drawn from her debut cookbook, KIN: Caribbean Recipes for the Modern Kitchen. In this episode, Marie teaches Chrystal how to finally master a classic Caribbean staple while sharing the stories, memories and legacy behind the food. As the daughter of Jamai…
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Stance visits London to explore the Tate Gallery show The 80s: Photographing Britain with campaigner Marc Thompson. The exhibition examines how photographers used the camera to respond to the seismic social, political, and economic shifts of the era, including the rise of Thatcherism, race uprisings, and the AIDS epidemic. It highlights photography…
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Stance is back with singer and dancer Moonchild Sanelley as we approach our 8th year on air! In Season 4, Chrystal Genesis explores the people, places, stories, and ideas shaping our creative world. And with that, we head to South Africa to hear about Full Moon, the upcoming album from Port Elizabeth-born, Jo’burg-based singer, dancer and businessw…
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After seven years of Stance which has spanned over 64 episodes of arts, culture and current affairs, 8 insightful Stance Takes shows, the growth of Stance Studios, multiple awards, and over 30 in-person events across the globe, we present our final show from season 3! In this episode, Chrystal Genesis takes a look at creativity, storytelling and wh…
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On Stance, we explore the question: what does it mean to be a Jewish person of color in America today? We chat with a range of voices from this growing demographic, in the worlds of philosophy, pop culture, community organizing, and journalism. Plus, we cover music with Jazz Musician Enji to learn more about her mesmerizing new record, Ulan. At a S…
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This show explores Harlem, one of New York City’s most historic and noteworthy places. Co-hosted by special guest, Vita, she joins her mum, Stance’s host and founder Chrystal Genesis to highlight some of their favorite places. As residents of the area, they visit a handful of their favorite spots, spanning film, food and nature to uncover what cont…
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How do we tap into sources of hope, compassion and humanity during such turbulent times? This episode of Stance explores this question through the lenses of philosophy, poetry, and music. Professor Lewis R. Gordon is a philosopher, musician, and historian whose areas of focus include existentialism, Africana philosophy, social and political theory,…
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We’re back from our summer break to bring you a special show all about the seminal funk-punk dance band, ESG. Join us on this immersive musical journey through New York City exploring the 70’s, 80’s and beyond, following ESG and their unique sound and story. Starting in the South Bronx, sisters, Valerie, Renee, Deborah, and Marie Scroggins formed E…
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We take you to Tribeca Film Festival celebrating creative storytelling from the heart of NYC’s lower Manhattan. Chrystal Genesis interviews actors and filmmakers on the red carpet and backstage to cover some of the most exciting films and TV premiering at Tribeca. We catch up with actors including Zazie Beetz, CCH Pounder and Claire Danes to find o…
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Stance visits Toronto to cover Hot Docs, the largest documentary film festival in North America, known for its bold and outspoken programming. Founded in 1993 by Canadian filmmakers and producers, the festival now showcases over 200 films from across 72 countries. While at the festival, Stance views visually arresting, thought-provoking, experiment…
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We visit New York City’s Chinatown with culinary historian, cookbook author, and campaigner Grace Young. The largest in the US, it is known for an abundance of markets, eateries, multi-generational businesses, and independent stores serving New Yorkers and tourists from all over the world. It is home to a predominantly Chinese Asian diaspora dating…
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Stance delves into the spiritual realm and how it manifests through the visual arts, dance, music and poetry. An ever-evolving topic, we cover the power of spirituality through ancestral connections, imagination, movement, humor and joy. To start, we speak with surrealist blues poet, aja monet on the artistic movements shaping her writing and commu…
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Have you heard of Caste? Whether you know it well or not at all, Caste in South Asia and around the world influences everything from politics, education, media, and family relationships. It’s a system which dates back centuries and today affects around 1.9 billion people. So how do we become Caste aware? We explore this and more through the lenses …
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Stance is back with its sixth anniversary episode, a celebration of all things Stance loves: culture, food, music and art. In this show, Chrystal Genesis travels to the buzzing, complex and vibrant capital of Ghana: Accra. An epicenter of creativity, innovation and youth culture. While in Accra, Chrystal meets Ghanaian music collective SuperJazzClu…
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Stance celebrates the summer with a live show from Glastonbury. The most iconic music and performing arts festival in the UK. Stance takes in the sounds of the festival atmosphere and speaks with Lima-born, Berlin-based producer, DJ and vocalist Sofia Kourtesis before her show at Glastonbury’s Sonic Stage. Sofia chats about her bittersweet house mu…
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We examine sex, desire, and pleasure through visual art, literature, culture and musical critique to uncover how black women, and women of colour, navigate their sexual needs and wants. Stance hears from Ghanaian non-fiction author Nana Darkoa Sekyiamah on her book, The Sex Lives of African Women which shares stories of over 30 African women across…
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Stance explores Island Life through music, food, culture, and literature as well as where they sit within our imaginations. From representations on telly to Sicily’s diverse culinary food history, and Haiti’s culture and politics through sound, Stance attempts to get to the roots of Island Life. We hear the arresting music of Haitian American artis…
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In light of the ongoing invasion of Ukraine, we examine how narratives of war shape how we see and experience conflict. Stance explores the tropes of war, racist media coverage, war as entertainment, and the current and future issues refugees fleeing Ukraine are likely to face. Plus, the impact this has on global politics and policy with Daemeah Ka…
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Tonight on the Calabrese Mystic Cult of Horrors Podcast, we visit the local belfry to meet with Zander (@awfullysinister) to talk about the good ol' goth scene, tasty Twitter memes, curating the perfect playlist (check out the Goth Bimbo Playlist on Spotify!) astral projection, and what it's like to DJ to a crowd of undead underlings! UNDEAD! UNDEA…
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Tonight on the Calabrese Mystic Cult of Horrors Podcast, we've been granted access to speak with The BlackCraft Cult King, Bobby Schubenski (BlackCraft Cult) to talk about BlackCraft Cult (like, duh) KISS, pro wrestling, rock and roll NFTs, Doug Bradley's pointy head, ghostly out-of-body experience and how one-hundred measly bucks transformed into …
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Stance speaks with Summer of Soul Director Questlove and highlights the innovative musicians making their mark on music right now. We discover how the arts, introspection, sound, society, and heritage influence these artists and their crafts. Grammy winner, Oscar and BAFTA nominee, director Ahmir “Questlove” Thompson discusses his spellbinding and …
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Stance Podcast goes beyond the studio in conversation with world-renowned sculptors Antony Gormley & Nari Ward. From London and New York, they share unique, considered opinions on their own practices and each other’s work, and highlight themes at the forefront of their creativity. We cover the subversive nature of art, architecture, fatherhood, the…
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Tonight on the Calabrese Mystic Cult of Horrors Podcast, we unmask the Diabolical Doodler himself, Matthew Skiff (@thew) to talk about diabolical doodling (duh!) monster cereals, bad girl NFTs (what the hell is that?) the never-ending search for Ecto Cooler, the art of napping, and the glory of Taco Bell! Unmasked and unplugged for one night only, …
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Tonight on the Calabrese Mystic Cult of Horrors Podcast, we get down to business with "Spooky Professional" Heather Taylor (BeforeTheCoffin) to talk about life as a mortician (the real deal!) facial reconstruction (we told you she was the real deal!) attending Tom Savini's special effects art school, how "Harold and Maude" is the best SFX movie eve…
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Stance Takes is back with a special show taking you around Montreal’s creative scene. Known for its independent and eclectic music and visual arts, Montreal is a striking and dynamic French speaking multicultural city. In this immersive episode where music and art collide, Stance profiles Haitian Canadian musical artist, programmer and DJ Gayance. …
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Tonight on the Calabrese Mystic Cult of Horrors Podcast, we ride some gnarly brainwaves with Joe Whiteford (Harley Poe, Calibretto) to talk about The Great Giggling Ghost, weirdo art, his undeniable love for Weezer, the Calibretto/Calabrese Connection, Pumpkinhead spiced lattes ('tis the season!) and so much more! SURF'S UP! 🧠 CHECK OUT JOE: https:…
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Tonight on the Calabrese Mystic Cult of Horrors Podcast, we chill with Baltimore's Most Wanted, Alex Hagen (Ravagers & RMBLR) to talk about the infamous RAKE WITCH incident, Guardians of the Galaxy, cold cheeseburgers from Mickey D's, the use of practical effects in music videos, his big college art brain (ya think ya some kinda hotshot, pal?) and …
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Tonight on the Calabrese Mystic Cult of Horrors Podcast, we rumble with Kevin & Dylan (Reckless Ones) to talk about worshipping at the feet (paws?) of the Stray Cats, the wonderful world of Japan, the King of Rock & Roll, and...the existence of those funny little space-man aliens? Hey daddy-o, NOW we're talkin'! Roll up your sleeves and slick back …
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Tonight on the Calabrese Mystic Cult of Horrors Podcast, we meet up with MADI DANGER to talk about the complexities of buying a hearse, building your own coffin (because vampires!) her absolute batty amount of obsolete media (LaserDisc, 8-track, VHS, etc.) the 1994 film/goth-gasm known as THE CROW...and so much more! Grab your clove cigarettes and …
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Tonight on the Calabrese Mystic Cult of Horrors Podcast, we sit down with fellow vampire, Eric Jones (Monster Tease) to talk about his passion for Rob Zombie (that's Mr. Robert Zombie to you, pal) his secret FIEND-ship with Dos Feratu, the sinister SCREAM franchise, massive body tattoos, and so much more! You'll never grow old, dear viewers, and yo…
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Tonight on the Calabrese Mystic Cult of Horrors Podcast, we sit down with Portland's very own King Goblin, SEAN ÄABERG (Goblinko) to chat about all things WEIRD! Anton LeVey, The Ramones, Warhammer, Dr. Demento, and so much more! Take a seat at the buffet of buffoonery, it's time to feast! 👹 CHECK OUT SEAN: https://goblinkomegamall.com/ @Calabrese6…
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Tonight on the Calabrese Mystic Cult of Horrors Podcast, we sit down with the Maestro of Magic, Ladee Danger (The Command Zone) to conjure up what is best in life: "Family Guy" impressions, Nicolas Cage, Post Malone, being a vampire, and Mega-Ultimate Halloween Watch Lists! Time to enter the Thunderdome, foolish mortals! Let's get BEWITCHED! 👻 CHEC…
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Tonight on the Calabrese Mystic Cult of Horrors Podcast, we sit down with our undead outlaw brother, Lyle Blackburn (Ghoultown, creepy cryptozoology expert) to chat about the mysteries of the world! We discuss monster hunting, working with Elvira (YEE-HAW!) the birth of Ghoultown, and drinkin' with the living dead! How many shots ya want, pal? Thir…
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Tonight on the Calabrese Mystic Cult of Horrors Podcast, we rock and roll with Jarvis Leatherby (Night Demon, Hybrid Moments, Cirith Ungol, Iron Grip) to chat about all things heavy metal, paranormal experiences from Hell, and his secret horror-punk past. Light up your Beelze-bong, watch, and enjoy! 👹 CHECK OUT JARVIS: https://www.flowcode.com/page…
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Tonight on the Calabrese Mystic Cult of Horrors Podcast, we blast off with William Gould (CREEPER & SALEM) to chat about his possible alien abduction, AFI's ever changing hair styles, horror punk roots, and the perfect route to explore the vast and wide lands of Disney. Beam us up, Willy! 😈 CHECK OUT WILL: https://www.creepercult.com/ https://linkt…
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Tonight on the Calabrese Mystic Cult of Horrors Podcast, we vamp it up with the Queen of Cats, Missy Sahagun (MANKU GEAL) to talk about her new vampire film, APPETITE FOR SIN, her cat sanctuary/kingdom, the sweet taste of blood (whoa!) and three INSANE ghost stories to make you jump out of your skin! Pull up a coffin and make yourself comfortable..…
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Tonight on the Calabrese Mystic Cult of Horrors Podcast, we visit Camp Crystal Lake to sit down with the greatest Jason of all Jasons, Jason V (THE JASONS) to pick his monster brain about Friday the 13th (duh), Johnny Ramone jeans, demon possession, trying to get sued by LITERALLY ANYONE, Judge Dredd comics, and how crocs are the true hockey mask o…
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Tonight on the Calabrese Mystic Cult of Horrors Podcast, we have an offer you can't refuse! Calabrese sits down with The GOTHFATHER, Dusty Gannon (Vision Video) to goof and laugh about the wonderous world of GOTH, new music, ghosts, TikTok, cooking, makeup, and a whole lotta vampire stuff! Bada bing, bada boom! 🕸️ CHECK OUT DUSTY: https://visionvid…
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Tonight on the Calabrese Mystic Cult of Horrors Podcast, we sit down with the "Creepy Calvin Klein" of horror, Neil Preston Autry (WESTERN EVIL, @neil_diemond) to chit-chat about true crime (the Zodiac Killer!) harnessing the power of "Macho Man" Randy Savage through telekinesis, Danzig's vampire-western epic, and Elvis Presley's dirty underwear! S…
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Tonight on the Calabrese Mystic Cult of Horrors Podcast, we sat down with the original wildman, Lance Inkwell (Hour of the Wolf, Lance Inkwell Studios, Cuphead) to gab about life (what a joke!) Halloween, gas station coffee, the sophisticated art of cartooning, the history of Hour of the Wolf...and a mind-blowing ghost story! Cover yourself in bloo…
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We chilled out with our resident rocker chef, Nick Rossi (3TEETH, Combichrist, New Years Day, Frankie + The Studs, etc.) to vibe about the art of slow cooking, insane salsa bars, delicious ghost stories...and more! Pull up a drum throne and crank up those crock pots...it's time to roast with THE ROSSI! 🦷 CHECK OUT NICK: https://www.instagram.com/th…
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Sunglasses off and howling in the night, we joined the pack with Beast Master, Gabe Franco (Unto Others) to talk about the difficult task of changing your band name, deep diving into full discogs to find hidden rock gems, and learning the beastly art of the grunt/howl...from a video game! WOOF! 🦇 CHECK OUT Unto Others: https://www.untoothers.us/ @C…
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Hallelujah, my dudes! We recently received Communion at the Church of Chaz Costello (Choir Boy, Human Leather, Sculpture Club, Baby Ghosts, etc.) to talk about his obsession with VHS, owning multiple restaurants, Harry Potter houses...and so much more! Praise be to our patron Saint of Dreamy Post-Pop Punk! AMEN! 🥀 CHECK OUT Chaz: https://linktr.ee/…
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We recently ordered some Chinese takeout with Jason Corbett (ACTORS, Jacknife Sound) and while we feasted on noodles and maggots in the Cala-Cave, we dove headfirst into Jason's time-honored tradition of combining human blood with vinyl records, embracing the darkness, transcendental mediation, and the ultimate 80's vampire movie duo: The Lost Boys…
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We sat down with the master of mischief, Vincent Segretario (WINGTIPS) to talk about his love for musicals, discovering new wave through Grand Theft Auto: Vice City, his giant horror VHS collection...and so much more! Time to "cross the line" into this young maestro's mind! 🥀 CHECK OUT WINGTIPS: https://wingtips.bandcamp.com/music @Calabrese666 Buy…
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Stance Takes is back covering MFest, a multi-arts festival of Muslim knowledge and creativity with Maslaha with The British Library. We bring highlights from the festival, sharing an immersive glimpse from its programme, and speak with award-winning Somali-British author Nadifa Mohamed. The Fortune Men, covers the true story of the wrongful impriso…
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Unmasked and ready to rage, Gwarsenio Hall (Two Minutes To Late Night) is here to bring his very own brand of musical joy and laughter to the Calabrese Manor! Hm, what to talk about in this episode? Perhaps Danzig? Like, TONS of 'Zig talk! But don't fret, dear listener! We also dig six feet deep into Gwarsenio's very own haunted house, his wild Tik…
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