<description>This episode of Talking Art looks back on the arts in 2025 with arts journalist Jonathan Turner. The conversation reflects on major moments, trends, and stories that shaped the cultural landscape over the past year, offering insight into how the arts responded to change and continued to connect communities.</description>

This episode of Talking Art looks back on the arts in 2025 with arts journalist…

This episode of Talking Art looks back on the arts in 2025 with arts journalist Jonathan Turner. The conversation reflects on major moments, trends, and stories that shaped the cultural landscape over the past year, offering insight into how the arts responded to change and continued to connect communities.

Arts in Review: Reflections on 2025 with Jonathan Turner

<description>This episode of Talking Art features Hallie Weis, an editor at Fresh Films, a nonprofit focused on building strong foundations in filmmaking for youth and young adults. Hallie discusses Fresh Films’ programs that support emerging creators, highlighting hands-on learning, mentorship, and the importance of post-production skills in shaping confident storytellers. The conversation explores how early access to film education helps young artists develop both technical ability and creative voice.</description>

This episode of Talking Art features Hallie Weis, an editor at Fresh Films, a…

This episode of Talking Art features Hallie Weis, an editor at Fresh Films, a nonprofit focused on building strong foundations in filmmaking for youth and young adults. Hallie discusses Fresh Films’ programs that support emerging creators, highlighting hands-on learning, mentorship, and the importance of post-production skills in shaping confident storytellers. The conversation explores how early access to film education helps young artists develop both technical ability and creative voice.

From Passion to Production: Fresh Films and Young Filmmakers

<description>Talking Art welcomes Marc Zyla, longtime arts contributor and former Director of Community Engagement at WVIK. Marc reflects on the role of art and music in strengthening community bonds in the Quad Cities, while sharing insight into his upcoming move and exciting new role leading the Wheeling Symphony Orchestra as Executive Director.</description>

Talking Art welcomes Marc Zyla, longtime arts contributor and former Director…

Talking Art welcomes Marc Zyla, longtime arts contributor and former Director of Community Engagement at WVIK. Marc reflects on the role of art and music in strengthening community bonds in the Quad Cities, while sharing insight into his upcoming move and exciting new role leading the Wheeling Symphony Orchestra as Executive Director.

Farewell, Marc Zyla!

<description>In this episode of "Talking Art," host Ben Gougeon sits down with Benjamin Fawkes, the custodian and curator of Rozz-Tox, a vibrant cultural hub in Rock Island, Illinois.</description>

In this episode of "Talking Art," host Ben Gougeon sits down with Benjamin…

In this episode of "Talking Art," host Ben Gougeon sits down with Benjamin Fawkes, the custodian and curator of Rozz-Tox, a vibrant cultural hub in Rock Island, Illinois.

Beyond Boundaries: The Avant-Garde Identity of Rozz-Tox

<description>Creating Community: The Heart of Kill Pop Studios</description>

Creating Community: The Heart of Kill Pop Studios

Talking Art is a partnership between WVIK, Quad Cities NPR and Quad City Arts in which a Ben Gougeon interviews artists from the Quad Cities and beyond! Sponsored by Quad City Bank & Trust

Talking Art

Details

Recent Episodes