Creative Current is a podcast series that explores the impact of recent state budget cuts on South Florida’s vibrant arts and cultural scene. Through intimate conversations with local artists and organizations, it examines how the funding reductions announced by Gov. Ron DeSantis in June are reshaping opportunities, challenges, and creative expression within the community.
Episode 1: Aileen “Haiiileen” Quintana, Rainbow Oasiiis
Tune in for a conversation with Miami-based artist Haiiileen, who shares how the funding cuts impact her installations and artistic vision. She discusses what it means to sustain creativity in a city with diminishing resources for art and offers an inspiring look at the creative challenges and breakthroughs that drive her passion.
Episode 2: Alessandra Henriquez, The Wolfsonian-FIU
Tune in for a conversation with Alessandra Henriquez, an intern at The Wolfsonian-FIU, to discuss how the recent arts and culture budget cuts affect the local Miami community. A double major in art and digital media, she has a rich understanding of how critical funding is in sustaining South Florida’s art scene.
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