Waking the Lion: Inside Writing -- RejectionRejection is a mainstay in the world of art. Artists have struggled with this for thousands of years. In the modern era rejection has devolved into something impersonal and unproductive. This show wi

Episode 11: The Power of the Night

Feb 4th, 2019 41m 15s

Since the dawn of humankind the Night has played an integral part of our lives. From rites about ancient spirits to the writer with a thought and muse the Night is a partner in our quest to find peace and promise.

Episode 10: Guest Haus (Fees, Facts and Flights of Fancy)

Jan 30th, 2019 1h 18m

Episode 10 is the premier of our Show within a Show --- Guest Haus. Co-hosted with writer and broadcaster John Patrick Robbins, Guest Haus will tackle the artissues of the day. In this segment we dive into the ghastly practice of submission f

Episode 9: Interview with Linda Imbler

Jan 28th, 2019 1h 10m

World Premier Interview with Kansas-based poet and fiction writer Linda Imbler.

Episode 8: The Weaponization of Words

Jan 22nd, 2019 44m 15s

When words are designed to lessen our knowledge and manipulate our choices -- do free people remain free? This episode dives into that arena of doublespeak words (a la Orwell) and attempts to go behind the scenes and breaks down why this is don

Episode 7: Art as Therapy

Jan 18th, 2019 41m 46s

Art as therapy whether planned or performed is an enormous source of self-healing and emotional support to others who benefit from the arts being more than a vehicle for the talent. The arts might just be another form of medicine for the soul s

Episode 6: The Artist and Relationships

Jan 16th, 2019 42m 11s

This episode will deal with relationships: arts, artists, family and significant others. How we deal with these forces in our lives can make or break our tenure in the arts.

Episode 5: Portraits of the Human Condition

Jan 14th, 2019 40m 15s

By design or accident the creations of Art are often portraits of the human condition. Framed moments that become precious examples of human life and artistic integrity.

Episode 4: Dreams and the Creative Process

Jan 11th, 2019 42m 50s

Are dreams useful instruments in the creative process? What if you can't recall having a dream? This episode discusses the dream phenomena and how it can be a positive and daily presence in our creative lives.

Episode 3: Depression and the Arts

Jan 11th, 2019 43m 44s

Are elements of mental illness the principle biological catalyst for creativity? We will answer some of this mystery today in an episode bound to open eyes and lift spirits.

Episode 2: What is Strength to be Human?

Jan 9th, 2019 41m 21s

What is Strength to be Human? In an age of machines and extreme political concepts, we need strength to stay human and stay free thinking. Dangerous distractions will cause people to stop becoming who they are supposed to be and become somethin

Episode 1: Finding Confidence in Creativity

Jan 8th, 2019 39m 20s

The opening episode of Strength To Be Human with host Mark Antony Rossi tackles the age old obstacle of creativity: Fear. And also on a parallel course this episode speaks at length about gaining and using Confidence as a creative tool.