The Modern Romantic

24/12/2024

Trey and Emily share their memories, things they learned, and advice from guests of the year.

17/12/2024

We can't wait!

10/12/2024

06/12/2024

Alex Osborn returns to the show to finally chat with Emily too!

We discuss some much-needed important things like how to talk about art from other cultures, asking questions, and connection. We also discuss the idea of one day being someone's ancestor, and how that impacts our decisions and the legacy we choose to leave.

A brilliant timely episode we couldn't get enough of!

Find Alex online at https://tanakealex.com

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06/12/2024

This Monday, join us for a conversation with beloved Folk/Americana singer-songwriter Dennis Warner Music! Known for his warm stage presence and heartfelt storytelling, Dennis has captivated audiences across all 50 states and beyond.

From his award-winning music like Seeds and Pilot Me to his anti-bullying curriculum inspired by his book Beads on One String, Dennis weaves artistry and advocacy into every note. Whether performing at the Kennedy Center, the Parliament of the World's Religions, or in your local community, his music reminds us of the beauty of connection and the power of song.

Don’t miss this chance to hear Dennis share his incredible journey, stories behind the music, and his insights on building harmony—both in music and life. Tune in live!

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02/12/2024

Exciting news! If you're in central Minnesota, and use Arvig as your cable service, you can watch us every Sunday evening at 5pm (CST) on channel 14.

We are grateful and thrilled that our first episode on air was with Gregory Maguire, the author of Wicked.

Thanks to Sauk Centre, MN resident Sandy N. for sending in these photos of her television!

Thanks to Shalon and Valerie at Arvig for helping make this happen!

Thanks to all of you who tune in, support us, and keep us pushing forward!

24/11/2024

Costumer, embroiderer, and artist known for Wicked the movie, Queen Charlotte, and more.

21/11/2024

We told you we're not done talking about Wicked! Join us this Sunday for an extraordinary live episode with Twan Lentjes, a costume maker and embroiderer for film and theater.

Based in London, Twan's artistry has graced productions like Wicked: The Movie, Queen Charlotte, The Little Mermaid, Andor, Cruella, and Wednesday. A graduate of Wimbledon College of Arts, Twan specializes in blending traditional costume-making with his self-taught mastery of machine embroidery. This skill has revolutionized his collaborations with designers and cutters to bring their visions to life.

From creating intricate embroidery for the Royal Opera House to crafting stunning designs on film sets, Twan’s innovative techniques and craftsmanship are redefining costume design. Whether you’re a fan of behind-the-scenes magic or an admirer of costume artistry, this is an episode you can’t miss!

📅 Sunday
⏰ 12 PM CST | 1 PM EST
Tune in live on Sunday!

10am PST / 11am MST / 12pm CST / 1pm EST / 6pm in the UK

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FACEBOOK: The Modern Romantic
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19/11/2024

New episode is up!

What a fantastic episode! We dove deep with Lev Grossman on life in Australia, Arthurian legend, and his newest book, The Bright Sword. Best known for The Magicians trilogy, Lev shared his journey as a writer, insights on adapting The Magicians for TV, and how he crafts fantasy that mirrors real-life challenges. Listen now on your favorite podcast platform!

Find out more about Lev at ⁠https://levgrossman.com

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19/11/2024

Ben is a remarkable ice sculptor, musician, chef, and artist.

15/11/2024

New Episode is up!

This one is with the founders of The Fine Print Magazine, Nina Krejci and Caroline Zhang!

The Fine Print Magazine is the official student-run literary arts magazine of ERHS, publishing anthologies of student art and writing. They welcome students passionate about literature, writing, visual arts, design, or anything in between. Throughout the year, they collaborate and publish creative projects and work in layout, writing, editing, illustration, and general design.

Find them on Instagram

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13/11/2024

New Episode is up!

Joel Robison is a Canadian creative conceptual photographer currently based in the UK. His work combines whimsy and surrealism mixed into honest storytelling, often using self-portraits that allow the viewer to follow the creative narrative in his images with him as the main character. He has spent the last decade developing his innovative style and his work has been featured in publications and galleries worldwide.

Listen now on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2EqiXC2d92u2xRtGTpbwrk
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Don't forget to like, share, and leave us a review if you enjoy the episode! Your support means the world to us.

12/11/2024

Ice Sculptor, Chef, and Musician

11/11/2024

Tune in this Monday for our live stream with Ben Rand from Ben Rand Ice Studio!

Tune in live on Monday!
5pm PST / 6pm MST / 7pm CST / 8pm EST

Our live stream is available on the following accounts:
FACEBOOK: The Modern Romantic
YOUTUBE: youtube.com/TheModernRomantic
TWITCH: twitch.tv/themodernromantic

07/11/2024

In challenging times, art offers a haven and a glimmer of light.

As the storm around us stirs deeper uncertainty, the power of art — whether through painting, music, poetry, or the quiet elegance of storytelling — becomes essential.

At Modern Romantic, we dedicate ourselves to nurturing creativity and inspiring hearts. This is the moment when art is not just decoration or escapism; it is sustenance, defiance, and connection for all who need to find hope, inspiration, and courage within their stories and the world's
shifting narratives.

Together, we carry light forward.

05/11/2024

Kazairavin on the Modern Romantic Podcast

Kazairavin is a leather artist with a channel on Twitch. She makes horse armor and pieces for humans too! Her work can be seen at renaissance festivals, reenactments, and in her own super cool collection.

04/11/2024

Live Tonight!

Leather artist and excellent podcast friend is joining us to chat about her journey into creating horse armor, and armor for people too!

Tune in live on Monday!

5pm PST / 6pm MST / 7pm CST / 8pm EST

Our live stream is available on the following accounts:
FACEBOOK: The Modern Romantic
YOUTUBE: youtube.com/TheModernRomantic
TWITCH: twitch.tv/themodernromantic

31/10/2024

Happy Halloween! We're celebrating with this great episode with Eleyet McConnell!

Married music duo Eleyet McConnell was such a delight to chat with!

Episode is out now!

Listen now on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2EqiXC2d92u2xRtGTpbwrk
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Don't forget to like, share, and leave us a review if you enjoy the episode! Your support means the world to us.