Creative Expression is the idea that every artist has the freedom to share their life story in their own way.
In this flagship podcast project, connect with our guests as they share their experiences, offer sound advice, and inspire us all.
E12: Commencement 2020 for the Mississippi School of the Arts
Listen to the virtual commencement for 2020. Due to an international health crisis, we were forced to abruptly end our school year on campus, but seniors persevered and finished strong….
E11: Editorial Cartoonist Marshall Ramsey: A Message to Graduates
We go back to Mississippi School of the Arts’ Commencement 2016. Marshall Ramsey, the former editorial cartoonist for The Clarion Ledger, was invited to speak to departing seniors. Marshall gives…
E10: Ezekiel Andrew McCall Shares Insight as a Performing Artist
A native of Greenwood, Mississippi, Ezekiel McCall is rising in the ranks as a theater star. A graduate of Mississippi School of the Arts, Mississippi College and the University of…
E9: Shaw Furlow: An Educator and a Musician’s Friend
Shaw Furlow recently joined us in the podcast studio. When he’s not behind a microphone or musical instrument, he’s out promoting the local music scene in Brookhaven. A 1969 graduate…
E8: Commencement 2019 for the Mississippi School of the Arts
Listen to the Mississippi School of the Arts’ Commencement 2019. Speakers include Dr. Sebrina Palmer, director of professional development and state special schools at the Mississippi Department of Education (MDE),…
E7: Michael Roy: An MSA Graduate and International Muralist
Mississippi School of the Arts welcomes Michael Roy, a first-year graduate of the visual arts program. After graduating from MSA in 2005, Michael attended the Memphis College of Art. He…
E6: Rob Cooper: A Glass Artist from Jackson, Mississippi
In Episode 6 of the Creative Expression podcast, Emily Bishop, a senior visual artist at Mississippi School of the Arts, chats with Rob Cooper, a glass artist from his home…
E5: Telling Stories With Alysia Burton Steele
Alysia Burton Steele was invited to Mississippi School of the Arts as a 3-day artist-in-residence (Guest Artist Residency Program). During her stay, Steele interacted with students in the Literary department,…
E15: Morgan Douglas interviews Julie Kelley (Air Force Veteran)
Morgan Douglas sits down with their Mom, Julie Kelley, a United States Air Force Veteran, to discuss how her journey started in, and her opinions on, the military. This is…
E14: Joseph Hanna interviews Cindy Hanna (Time in Germany)
Joseph Hanna and his mother, Cindy Hanna, discuss her time she spent in Germany during the fall of the Berlin wall, as well as divulging many of the minor and…
E13: Taylor Lafayette interviews Andranita Williams (Black culture in news)
Taylor Lafayette discusses the importance of embracing Black culture and representation in news media with Mississippi Delta news reporter, Andranita Williams. This is a podcast series curated by the Literary…
E12: Sara Hebert interviews Tanner Marlar (Life of a college student)
Sara Hebert talks with Tanner Marlar, a student, writer, and podcast host at Mississippi State University. They cover topics such as sports journalism, student life, feminism, and time management. This…
E11: Simone Smith interviews Tramone Smith (Environmental and civil engineer)
Simone Smith and her father Tramone Smith have an encouraging conversation about what it’s like to have road blockages on the path to your dream, and what it is like…
E10: Sydney Knotts interviews Savannah Holmes (Youth development trainer)
Sydney Knotts sits down with internationally recognized youth development trainer and women empowerment coach, Savannah Holmes, to discuss her journey of becoming a member of the MSA family and how…
E9: Madison White interviews Barbra Hoggatt (lessons learned through cards)
Madison White chats with her great-grandmother, Barbra Hoggatt, about how family connections are strengthened through traditions. This is a podcast series curated by the Literary Arts Department at Mississippi School…
E8: Lauren Stamps interviews Callie Matthews (Self-expression)
Lauren Stamps interviews Callie Matthews, a Literary Alumna, about how fashion and music can help one gain self-confidence and learn to express themselves. Callie also explores her own personal journey…