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Empowering Creativity and Community with Kira Wisniewski on The Truth in This Art Podcast

The Truth In This Art: Stories That Matter
The Truth In This Art: Stories That Matter
Episode • Mar 31, 2022 • 36m

Step right into 'The Truth in This Art' podcast, guided by your host, Rob Lee. In today’s conversation, I talk with Kira Wisniewski, the dedicated Executive Director of Art+Feminism, based in Baltimore. With a can-do attitude and a strong passion for community, she's an expert in non-profit structures, operations, and events. Beyond her role at Art+Feminism, Kira is actively involved in various community-building initiatives, such as CreativeMornings/Baltimore, the non-profit 826DC, and her engagement with organizations like Fluid Movement and Special Olympics DC. Hailing from South Korea and having earned her degree from the University of Miami, Kira has been proudly calling Baltimore home since 2012, where she resides with her partner and her cherished pet rabbit, Jeremy. Her belief in the transformative power of art to foster unity and drive positive change shines through her work and contributions.


Within this segment, we dig into:

  • How Kira Wisniewski, Executive Director of Art and Feminism, harnesses art's transformative potential for positive societal shifts.
  • Dive into a dialogue with Kira Wisniewski, as she shares insights into fostering vibrant creative networks like Creative Mornings Baltimore and Awesome Baltimore.
  • Join Kira Wisniewski in a conversation about finding happiness in life's simple pleasures and championing local communities through trust and empowerment.
  • Uncover Kira Wisniewski's Baltimore journey, from art advocacy to practical action, and learn how her efforts are shaping the city's creative landscape.
  • Tune in to hear Kira Wisniewski talk about her inclusive running group, A Tribe Called Run, and her belief in welcoming all speeds as a testament to unity and togetherness.


Join us for a captivating episode as Kira joins host Rob Lee to discuss her background, her work in Baltimore, and the importance of community and creativity. Kira shares her love for the city and the vibrant art scene in Baltimore. She talks about her passion for community-driven work and the joy she finds in celebrating small pleasures. Kira also discusses her involvement with Creative Mornings Baltimore and Awesome Baltimore, two organizations that support and fund creative projects in the city. She emphasizes the importance of meeting people where they are and trusting the knowledge and expertise of local communities. Kira also shares her love for running and invites listeners to join her running group, A Tribe Called Run.


Mentioned in this episode
Kira's website

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Host: Rob Lee
Music: Original music by Daniel Alexis Music with additional music from Chipzard and TeTresSeis.
Production:

  • Produced by Rob Lee & Daniel Alexis
  • Edited by Daniel Alexis
  • Show Notes courtesy of Rob Lee and Transistor

Photos:

  • Rob Lee photos by Vicente Martin for The Truth In This Art and Contrarian Aquarian Media.
  • Guest photos courtesy of the guest, unless otherwise noted.

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