The Art of the Matter

WFYI 90.1 FM and HD1/HD1

About

Celebrate the many ways the arts can enliven, inform, challenge, fulfill and make listeners better citizens of their community and the world with The Art of the Matter.

Available on

Community

448 episodes

Spellbinding Documentary, Conservationist Meg Lowman, Indiana Writers Center Moves, Norbert Krapf's New Book, and Librarians Deal with Orphaned Media

This week, a documentary about a crime that held Indianapolis spellbound in 1977, conservationist Meg Lowman, and how librarians deal with music on formats that are no longer supported*. We'll also learn about the Indiana Writers Center's new home, and talk with Indiana's first Poet Laureate about his new book that pairs Walt Whitman verse with Bible passages.

53m
Jan 20, 2018
Golf Course Designer Ron Kern, Poet Liza Hyatt, Linda Rendelmen's "Women Like Us," The Harrison Center's New Mission, and Butler's MFA Outreach Programs

This week, a golf course designer who's also a photographer - or maybe the other way around - a poet who literally traced her ancestors' footsteps, a woman who wants to change the world for women and girls, the Harrison Center's new mission, and Butler University's MFA outreach programs.

58m
Jan 13, 2018
Encore Re-Broadcast: Satch the Artist, Engineers and Fiber Artisans, Dorothy Alig at the Cummins Building, Indy Funk and Soul, and 4,000 Works of Clay

This week, how Julie Kern the banker became Satch the artist, how engineers and fiber artists decided to collaborate, how Dorothy Alig got her work in the new Cummins Building, that era when Indy had a booming funk and soul scene, and a show and sale of 4,000 works of clay.

51m
Jan 06, 2018
Music and Spoken Word by Local Artists for the Winter Holidays

This week on The Art of the Matter, we'll celebrate the winter holidays with local music and spoken word by artists including Norbert Krapf, Marc Allan, Melissa Fraterrigo, Kaveh Akbar, Gary Walters, Becky Archibald, Monika Herzig, Buselli-Wallarab Jazz Orchestra, and many more.

53m
Dec 23, 2017
Indy's Connection to Watergate, Indy Ballet's Nutcracker, Church Series Explores Meaning of "Prodigal Son," Pravada's Small Studio Session, and Professor Watermelon

This week, how an Indianapolis native revealed the identity of Watergate's "Deep Throat," Indianapolis Ballet Company's holiday concerts, and quality time with Professor Watermelon. We also learn about an innovative study series at Indianapolis' Second Presbyterian Church, and sample Pravada's Small Studio Session.

51m
Dec 16, 2017
Terry Border and Melissa Fraterrigo Offer New Books, Carmel Launches a German Christmas Market, Circus Training in the Aerial Arts, and Pacer Victor Oladipo Scores More Than Points

This week, two books that might be the perfect presents for people on your list, Carmel's new nod to the traditional German Christmas market, how to get circus skills right here in Indy, and Pacer Victor Oladipo is also a musician.

51m
Dec 09, 2017
The Indianapolis Children's Choir's Concerts, Indiana Historical Society's Holdiay Celebrations, Ivy Tech Partners with Community North Hospital to Sooth Patients, We Tackle Civil Discourse, and Christy Wilcox Likes Venomous Creatures

This week, the Indianapolis Children's Choir and the Indiana Historical Society are ready for the holidays, and we learn about a moving partnership between Ivy Tech art students and Community North Hospital. We'll also learn about two books - one about civil discourse, and the other about distinctly uncivil behavior in the animal kingdom.

52m
Dec 02, 2017
Yelp, The Indianapolis Symphonic Choir, The Indiana Writers' Center, Game Of Clones, and Cat Head Press

This week, YELP Indy and the Indianapolis Symphonic Choir are ready for the holidays, the Indiana Writers' Center has a class to help you write your memoirs, Acceleration Art & Photography Gallery is inspired by Star Wars, and Cat Head Press teaches printmaking.

51m
Nov 25, 2017
https://secure.wfyi.org/Reporting/itemLookup.php

This week, in honor of Thanksgiving, we're revisiting some of our favorite interviews. Tune in for conversations with the Vogue Theatre's Steve Ross, rising star singer Jackie Evancho, local musical legends Tad Robinson and Rob Dixon, and poet Kaveh Akbar.

51m
Nov 18, 2017
A Hymn to Patriotism, a Book Club for Science Geeks, Klingon Can Help You be a Better Student, 1.2 Million Holiday Lights, and Arts at All Saints

This week, a new biography of the poet who wrote America the Beautiful, Indiana Humanities' Books, Booze, and Brains, Starbase Indy, WinterLights at Newfields, and Arts at All Saints.

51m
Nov 11, 2017
The Power of Poison, Fountain Square Monthly Comedy Hour, Pianist Sean Chen, Dick Wolfsie Deconstructs Jokes, and Clint Breeze & The Groove

This week, something poisonous has invaded the Indiana State Museum, Fountain Square hosts a monthly comedy event, and APA Fellow Sean Chen is everywhere. Also, Dick Wolfsie tells us what makes a Jewish joke work, and Clint Breeze & The Groove are our featured Small Studio Session.

52m
Nov 04, 2017
Satch the Artist, Engineers and Fiber Artisans, Dorothy Alig at the Cummins Building, Indy Funk and Soul, and 4,000 Works of Clay

This week, how Julie Kern the banker became Satch the artist, how engineers and fiber artists decided to collaborate, how Dorothy Alig got her work in the new Cummins Building, that era when Indy had a booming funk and soul scene, and a show and sale of 4,000 works of clay.

51m
Oct 28, 2017
Veterans & Tattoos, Writer Dan Grossman, Justin Vining's New Art, Bobdirex Redux, and IMA's Portraits of a City

This week, a photography exhibit that celebrates the special power of tattoos in the lives of veterans, a profile of Nuvo's new arts editor Dan Grossman, and Justin Vining's really big work in the lobby of Clowes Hall. Also on tap: Bob Harbin's company BobDirex brings back the spirit of burlesque and vaudeville in an expanded version of an IndyFringe show, and the IMA explores our citizens and asks "Where would you like to wake up tomorrow?"

52m
Oct 21, 2017
Spirit & Place Festival, Ann Katz Festival, Native Art Now, Bill Foley Takes On A Challenger, And A Teen Film Composer

This week, the Spirit & Place Festival explores power, the Ann Katz Festival celebrates books, films, food, and more, and Native Art Now showcases the best of the Eiteljorg's Contemporary Art Fellows' work. Plus, photographer Bill Foley creates stunning portraits of nuns, and teen composer Ashton Gleckman scores films. Don't miss out - tune in!

51m
Oct 14, 2017
A New Public Art Initiative, Brett Wiscons' New Work, Broadway in Indianapolis's Season, Influential Women Speak, and DK Channels The Beatles

This week, the Arts Council of Indianapolis has a new public art initiative, Small Studio's Brett Wiscons is on tour, Broadway comes to Indianapolis, influential women give talks, and Dance Kaleidoscope takes us on a Magical Mystery Tour.

52m
Oct 07, 2017
Early Andy Warhol, Jazz at UIndy, Celebrating Immigrants' Gifts, A Pre-Enactment, and Ghost Stories at Crown Hill Cemetery

This week UIndy's jazz season, a Full Circle Festival, and Andy Warhol at the Long-Sharp Gallery. We'll also learn how the arts can envision a more connected neighborhood, and narrowly escape a boo-hag. Don't miss out - tune in!

51m
Sep 30, 2017
Fat Turtle Theatre Debuts. Steve Archbold Writes About Poverty, Koganada's Film About Columbus, Vess Ruhtenberg, and Mandrell Photography

This week an in-depth conversation with the writer and director of the new film Columbus, we'll meet the Fat Turtle Theatre Company, and we'll preview Vess Ruhtenberg's Small Studio Session. We'll also learn about a new book about poverty, and meet a husband and wife photography team.

52m
Sep 23, 2017
Nuts at Buck Creek Players, IDADA is Closing its Doors, Free Cultural Landscape Tours, 50 Cities of the USA, and Keith Hampton's Automatic Art

This week, a Buck Creek Players production about legal shades of gray, what life will be like for Indy galleries after IDADA's demise, and a weekend devoted to touring our city's greatest landscapes. We'll also check out a new kids' book that helps families explore cities, and discover automatic art with painter and sculptor Keith Hampton.

51m
Sep 17, 2017
Justin Vining and Benny Sanders, Sylvi and Sean Gray, The Geeky Press, and The IRT's James Still

This week, we're revisiting some of our favorite recent interviews. Tune in for conversations with painters and friends Justin Vining and Benny Sanders, mother and son artists Sylvia and Sean Gray, The Geeky Press, and IRT Playwright-in-Residence James Still. And if you're at the Penrod Arts Fair at Newfields on Saturday, September 9th, come say "Hi" - we're broadcasting "The Art of the Matter" live next to the WFYI Blues tent from 11:00 to 2:00.

51m
Sep 09, 2017
Jeff Byrd Performs, Columbus Holds a Scottish Festival, The Texas Tenors Come to Town, ATI Raises Eyebrows this Season, and a Classical Guitar Season Not to be Missed

This week, a sneak preview of Actors Theatre of Indiana's fall offerings, the Indianapolis Society of the Classical Guitar, and nearly 5,000 visitors celebrate Scottish heritage, music, and food in Columbus, Indiana. We'll also hear from one of the Texas Tenors about their upcoming performance in Indy, and get the skinny on Jeff Byrd's upcoming concert.

51m
Sep 02, 2017
New Book by Georgia Buchanan, Science Kits at the State Museum, Larissa Hammond at the Tube Factory, Start With Art, and Penrod

This week, How to Live Beyond 90 Without Falling Down - really, it's a new memoir by Georgia Buchanan - John and Sarah Lechleiter play with science kits at the Indiana State Museum, and Larissa Hammond is turns an obstacle into an advantage at the Tube Factory. We'll also get sneak previews of the Start With Art luncheon and the Penrod Arts Fair. Don't miss out - tune in!

50m
Aug 19, 2017
Indy Fringe Fest, Carmel Celebration of Bands, Exhibit Columbus, Nickel Plate Arts, and Poet Adrian Matejka

It's nearly time for the Indy Fringe Fest, all the bands are coming to Carmel, and why you should visit Columbus, Indiana this month. We'll also get a sneak preview of Nickel Plate Arts' fall season, and meet poet Adrian Matejka. Join us for these conversations and more on "The Art of the Matter."

51m
Aug 13, 2017
Indiana State Museum's New CEO, Harley-Davidson Exhibit at the Indiana History Center, Jazz Guitarist Charlie Ballantine, The ACI Wins an NEA Grant, and Day of Flight at the IMA

This week, meet the Indiana State Museum's new CEO, check out some motorcycles at the Indiana History center, hear what jazz guitarist Charlie Ballantine's been up to, celebrate an NEA grant that will invigorate a community, and envision things with wings at the IMA. Join us for these conversations and more on "The Art of the Matter."

51m
Aug 05, 2017
Indiana State Fair's Wonderful World of Food, Boogie-Woogie Piano Fest, Steampunk Art Show, Comedian Rick Garrett, and Gregory Hancock Dance Theatre Season

This week, a sneak peek at a highlight of the Indiana State Fair, a festival devoted to boogie-woogie piano, and some mad scientists stage an art exhibit. We'll also meet comedian, musician, and motivational speaker Rick Garrett, and learn how Gregory Hancock Dance Theatre is celebrating its 20th anniversary season. Join us for these conversations and more on "The Art of the Matter."

51m
Jul 29, 2017
Stutz Residents' Exhibit, The State Museum Celebrates Limestone, Yelp Indy's New Festival, DK's Summer Shows, and a Poetry Carnival

This week, Stutz Artist Resident John Klinkose can't escape water, the Indiana State Museum showcases the role of Hoosier limestone around the world and right at home, and Yelp Indy's creative new festival. We'll also get a peek at the inspiration behind two summer concerts by Dance Kaleidoscope, and find out what you can expect if you attend Butler's Divedapper Poetry Carnival. Join us for these conversations and more on "The Art of the Matter."

51m
Jul 22, 2017
Stutz Residents' Exhibit, The State Museum Celebrates Limestone, Yelp Indy's New Festival, DK's Summer Shows, and a Poetry Carnival

This week, Stutz Artist Resident John Klinkose can't escape water, the Indiana State Museum showcases the role of Hoosier limestone around the world and right at home, and Yelp Indy's creative new festival. We'll also get a peek at the inspiration behind two summer concerts by Dance Kaleidoscope, and find out what you can expect if you attend Butler's Divedapper Poetry Carnival. Join us for these conversations and more on "The Art of the Matter."

51m
Jul 21, 2017
Great American Songbook Academy, Using Music to Help People with Alzheimer's Disease, Human Rites at The Phoenix Theatre, and The Band Eliot Bigger

This week, the Great American Songbook Academy, using music to enrich the lives of people with Alzheimer's Disease, the band Eliot Bigger, and a premiere at the Phoenix Theatre. Join us for these conversations and more on "The Art of the Matter."

51m
Jul 15, 2017
Indy Urban Hardwoods, Indianapolis Ballet Inc., Contemporary Art Exhibit, Nickel Plate Players, and Photographer David Slivka

This week, we'll learn about a new professional ballet company, check in with a multimedia artist-turned-woodworker, and meet a pair of oncologists who have a secret identity as contemporary art curators. We'll also meet a local theatre company focusing on new works and a photographer whose work is inspired by travel. Join us for these conversations and more on "The Art of the Matter."

51m
Jul 08, 2017
The Indianapolis Opera and Indianapolis Chamber Orchestras Have New Seasons, a New Kind of House Concert, The Carmel Symphony has a New Music Director, and a New Take on an Old Friendship

This week, we'll get sneak previews of the Indianapolis Opera and Indianapolis Chamber Orchestra's new seasons, learn how Sofar Sounds is reinventing house concerts, get insights into the Carmel Symphony Orchestra's music director search, and hear from David Amram about his long friendship with Dan Wakefield. All that and more, this week on "The Art of the Matter."

51m
Jul 01, 2017
Celebrating Zines, Self-Evident Tunes, a New Small Studio Session, and a Long Partnership at the IRT

This week, we'll learn about The Gluestick Festival and a Herron Galleries art show that celebrates all things "zine," learn why Gail Payne pairs country songs with Gershwin for her new cabaret show, discover how tribulations helped Richard Edwards create a solo album, and understand why Janet Allen and James Still can finish each other's sentences. All that and more, this week on "The Art of the Matter".

51m
Jun 24, 2017