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The Truth In This Art Podcast

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Rob Lee

The Truth in this Art is a storytelling series hosted by cultural curator Rob Lee.

The Truth In This Art w/ Rob Lee feat. Apasrin Suvanasai

Settle in for a captivating journey on 'The Truth in This Art' podcast, led by your host, Rob Lee. For today’s episode, our guest is Apasrin Suvanasai, an accomplished Museum Educator at the Office of Historic Alexandria, is a versatile professional with a rich background in antique fine art restoration and conservation. Passionately committed to preserving and sharing history, she is currently spearheading a compelling exhibit at the Freedom House Museum that celebrates the profound contributions of remarkable African Americans in Alexandria, VA, who have indelibly influenced both the community and the nation. Collaborating with Northern VA Community College art students and community artists, Apasrin orchestrates the creation of poignant portraits to honor these historical figures. Beyond her museum endeavors, she dives into a thought-provoking oral history project, the DC's Psilocybin Oral History Project &amp; Documentary, under a community-based grant from the Plant Medicine Coalition. This multi-faceted biography showcases Apasrin Suvanasai's dedication to artistic preservation, educational empowerment, and capturing diverse narratives.In this dialogue, we peel back the layers on: The overlooked pages of history, exploring the profound impact of the domestic slave trade on African Americans in Alexandria, as Apasrin Suvanasai sheds light on the imperative journey of sharing this vital narrative. Unravel the art of collaboration and its transformative power in the realm of museum exhibits. Join us on this episode as Apasrin Suvanasai highlights how weaving the perspectives of community artists and students cultivates an inclusive and diverse showcase that resonates deeply with the audience. Join us for an enlightening discussion as we challenge stigmas and misconceptions surrounding psilocybin. Apasrin Suvanasai's pioneering work in the DC's Psilocybin Oral History Project &amp; Documentary ventures into real experiences, offering an intimate exploration of the medicinal potential that psilocybin holds. Unveil the layers of historical constructs and misinformation that have led to the skewed perception of psilocybin as a dangerous substance. In this episode, Apasrin Suvanasai embarks on a journey to dispel myths and foster a more informed understanding of psilocybin's complex history and potential. Don't miss this exclusive interview with Apasrin as she discusses her work on an exhibit about African Americans in Alexandria and her involvement in an oral history project focused on psilocybin. She shares her background in antique fine art restoration and conservation and how it sparked her interest in history. Apasrin also talks about the importance of telling the story of the domestic slave trade and the misconceptions people have about it. She highlights the collaboration with Northern Virginia Community College art students and community artists to create portraits of historical figures. Apasrin also discusses her personal experiences with psilocybin and the need to hear real stories from everyday people.🎧🌟 Don't forget to rate and review this episode to support the best in podcasting! 🌟🎧 The Truth In This Art, hosted by Rob Lee, explores contemporary art and cultural preservation through candid conversations with artists, curators, and cultural leaders about their work, creative processes and the thinking that goes into their creativity. Rob also occasionally interviews creatives in other industries such as acting, music, and journalism. The Truth In This Art is a podcast for artists, art lovers and listeners interested in the creative process.To support the The Truth In This Art: Buy Me Ko-fiUse the hashtag #thetruthinthisartFollow The Truth in This Art on InstagramLeave a review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts.THE TRUTH IN THIS ART IS SUPPORTED IN PART BYThe Gutierrez Memorial FundThe Robert W. Deutsch Foundation  ★ Support this podcast ★ 

Settle in for a captivating journey on 'The Truth in This Art' podcast, led by your host, Rob Lee. For today’s episode, our guest is Apasrin Suvanasai, an accomplished Museum Educator at the Office of Historic Alexandria, is a versatile professional with a rich background in antique fine art restoration and conservation. Passionately committed to preserving and sharing history, she is currently spearheading a compelling exhibit at the Freedom House Museum that celebrates the profound contributions of remarkable African Americans in Alexandria, VA, who have indelibly influenced both the community and the nation. Collaborating with Northern VA Community College art students and community artists, Apasrin orchestrates the creation of poignant portraits to honor these historical figures. Beyond her museum endeavors, she dives into a thought-provoking oral history project, the DC's Psilocybin Oral History Project &amp; Documentary, under a community-based grant from the Plant Medicine Coalition. This multi-faceted biography showcases Apasrin Suvanasai's dedication to artistic preservation, educational empowerment, and capturing diverse narratives. In this dialogue, we peel back the layers on:<ul> <li>The overlooked pages of history, exploring the profound impact of the domestic slave trade on African Americans in Alexandria, as Apasrin Suvanasai sheds light on the imperative journey of sharing this vital narrative.</li> <li>Unravel the art of collaboration and its transformative power in the realm of museum exhibits. Join us on this episode as Apasrin Suvanasai highlights how weaving the perspectives of community artists and students cultivates an inclusive and diverse showcase that resonates deeply with the audience.</li> <li>Join us for an enlightening discussion as we challenge stigmas and misconceptions surrounding psilocybin. Apasrin Suvanasai's pioneering work in the DC's Psilocybin Oral History Project &amp; Documentary ventures into real experiences, offering an intimate exploration of the medicinal potential that psilocybin holds.</li> <li>Unveil the layers of historical constructs and misinformation that have led to the skewed perception of psilocybin as a dangerous substance. In this episode, Apasrin Suvanasai embarks on a journey to dispel myths and foster a more informed understanding of psilocybin's complex history and potential.</li> </ul> Don't miss this exclusive interview with Apasrin as she discusses her work on an exhibit about African Americans in Alexandria and her involvement in an oral history project focused on psilocybin. She shares her background in antique fine art restoration and conservation and how it sparked her interest in history. Apasrin also talks about the importance of telling the story of the domestic slave trade and the misconceptions people have about it. She highlights the collaboration with Northern Virginia Community College art students and community artists to create portraits of historical figures. Apasrin also discusses her personal experiences with psilocybin and the need to hear real stories from everyday people. 🎧🌟 Don't forget to rate and review this episode to support the best in podcasting! 🌟🎧 The Truth In This Art, hosted by Rob Lee, explores contemporary art and cultural preservation through candid conversations with artists, curators, and cultural leaders about their work, creative processes and the thinking that goes into their creativity. Rob also occasionally interviews creatives in other industries such as acting, music, and journalism. The Truth In This Art is a podcast for artists, art lovers and listeners interested in the creative process. To support the The Truth In This Art: Buy Me <a href="https://ko-fi.com/D1D81J7MZ" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ko-fi</a> Use the hashtag #thetruthinthisart Follow <a href="https://www.instagram.com/truthinthisart/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Truth in This Art</a> on Instagram Leave a review on <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-truth-in-this-art-an-arts-culture-podcast/id1497950772" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a>, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts.THE TRUTH IN THIS ART IS SUPPORTED IN PART BY <a href="https://gutierrezmemorialfund.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Gutierrez Memorial Fund </a> <a href="https://www.rwdfoundation.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Robert W. Deutsch Foundation </a> <a href="https://ko-fi.com/D1D81J7MZ" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">★ Support this podcast ★</a>