Step into the vibrant world of multimedia art and creative exploration in our latest episode of The Truth in this Art Podcast 🎙️. Join us as we engage in a captivating conversation with Rashid Zakat, a versatile artist who seamlessly blends film, music, photography, and innovative space-making techniques.

What's Inside:

🎥Dive deep into Rashid Zakat's artistic journey as he delves into the nuances of Black social and spiritual life. Discover how his upbringing in church, where he experienced the exuberance of catching the Holy Spirit, profoundly influenced his work. Explore the intersection of spirituality, curiosity, and creativity in Zakat's multimedia art.

🎨 Uncover the powerful influence of Zakat's family, especially his talented mother, whose passion for music and performance ignited his love for the arts. Learn how witnessing his mother's dedication inspired Zakat's creative pursuits, shaping his artistic identity and reinforcing the importance of creative expression.

🎬 Journey with Zakat as he shares his discovery of a passion for film during his college years. Explore how he honed his storytelling skills and technical expertise, leading him to embrace podcasting as a medium for creative expression. Discover the themes of liberation, transmission, and humor that permeate his work and resonate deeply with his audience.

🎙️ Gain insights into Zakat's role as an educator, where he imparts his knowledge and passion for storytelling to the next generation. Learn about his dedication to teaching high school students the art of podcasting, empowering them to explore their creativity and amplify their voices.

🌟 Join the conversation about the powerful themes of liberation and humor that run through Zakat's work. Explore how these themes serve as a lens through which he navigates the complexities of life, challenges societal norms, and fosters connections with others.

Don't miss this enriching conversation! Click the link below to subscribe and immerse yourself in the extraordinary realm of multimedia art, storytelling, and creative exploration 🎧✨.

🌟 Your Ratings and Reviews help us spotlight groundbreaking artists like Rashid Zakat—don't forget to leave yours! 🌟

Check out our Patreon for exclusive behind-the-scenes content and bonus episodes.

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.

Support the podcast

• The Truth In This Art Podcast Fractured Atlas (Fundraising): https://www.fracturedatlas.org
• The Truth In This Art Podcast Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/thetruthinthisart.bsky.social
• The Truth In This Art Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/truthinthisart/?hl=en
• The Truth In This Art Podcast Website: https://www.thetruthinthisart.com/
• The Truth In This Art Podcast Shop: Merch from Redbubble