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noseyAF: Conversations about Art, Activism, and Social Change

Stephanie Graham

Want to hear how real artists actually make it work? noseyAF is the show where we skip the glossy bios and get into the messy, creative, human parts of building a life in the arts. I’m Stephanie Graham, an artist, filmmaker, and professionally nosy person, and every episode I talk with working artists, filmmakers, organizers, and culture-shifters about what’s really behind their projects: the decisions, the doubts, the money stuff, the pivots, and the “how do you keep going?” moments. No hustle

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Mental Health for Expats — Building Community Abroad...

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2026/02/10

Ep #103: Mental Health for Expats — Building Community Abroad with Moved With PeaceSummary of the EpisodeWhat really happens after you move abroad and the honeymoon phase wears off?In this episode of noseyAF, host Stephanie Graham sits down with writer and community-builder Stephanie Rubinato to talk honestly about mental health for expats, postpartum depression, and the emotional realities of building a life far from home. Living abroad is often portrayed as dreamy and effortless—but this

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Getting Dressed Is Identity Work How Personal Style...

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2026/02/03

Ep #102: Getting Dressed Is Identity Work How Personal Style Opens Doors with Stylist KylaSummary of the episodeEver had a full-blown meltdown trying to figure out what to wear? Personal stylist Kyla gets it—and she's here to tell you that your closet struggles go way deeper than just "not having the right clothes." In this episode, we're diving into the psychology of personal style, why taking your image seriously is actually a power move (not vanity), and how getting dressed every single day is

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01:15:01

Freedom, Flexibility, and Filling the Gap: How...

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2026/01/20

Ep #101: Freedom, Flexibility, and Filling the Gap: How Melquea Smith Built a Creative Life Through Children's Book IllustrationSummaryIn this episode, I sit down with Melquea Smith, a children's book illustrator, author, and world traveler who's redefining what it means to build a creative life on your own terms. Fresh off five weeks in Belgium (with cats and a chicken!), Melquea shares how losing her nonprofit job became the catalyst for going full-time as an illustrator, why representation in

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01:01:58

Chicago Artist Deirdre Fox on Turning Plastic Waste...

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2026/01/13

This conversation was recorded live at Lumpen Radio in Chicago on Saturday, January 10, 2026.Ep # 100: Chicago Artist Deirdre Fox on Turning Plastic Waste into Environmental Art & Visual PoetrySummary of the episodeChicago-based artist Deirdre Fox joins noseyAF for a live, unedited conversation from 105.5 FM Lumpen Radio about art, plastic waste, and environmental consciousness. Deirdre’s practice transforms discarded consumer packaging into drawings, fiber works, and installations that

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58:52

The Rise of Women’s Sports, NIL Money, and the Power...

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2026/01/06

EP# 99 The Rise of Women’s Sports, NIL Money, and the Power of the Everyday Athlete with Angela Hollowell✨ Episode SummaryWomen’s sports are having a moment — and it’s about time.In this episode of noseyAF, Stephanie Graham sits down with filmmaker, writer, and Melanin MVP founder Angela Hollowell to talk about the rise of women’s sports, the impact of NIL (Name, Image, and Likeness) money, and why the idea of the “everyday athlete” might change how we think about movement altogether.We get into how

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01:00:41

Print Your Legacy: Lawrence Nalls on...

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2025/12/30

Ep #98: Print Your Legacy: Lawrence Nalls on Multi-Generational Photography and PrideSummary of the episodeLawrence Nalls, managing photographer of Forty Photography, shares the profound journey of building a multi-generational Chicago photography studio rooted in legacy, storytelling, and community service. In this conversation, Lawrence reveals how his father's Vietnam War documentation sparked a family tradition that's now entering its third generation. We explore the emotional weight of

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59:53

OUTCRY Project: How Collective Scream Sessions Create...

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2025/12/16

Ep #97: OUTCRY Project: How Collective Scream Sessions Create Radical Empathy and Healing with Whitney BradshawThank you for listening to noseyAF! So happy to have your ears!This conversation was recorded live at Lumpen Radio on Saturday, December 13, 2025Summary of the episodeWhat does it look like to be out loud together? In this powerful episode, artist and activist Whitney Bradshaw shares the story behind OUTCRY—her groundbreaking social practice project that brings women, non-binary, and

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01:01:14

Bring the Avalanche: How to Turn Rejection Into...

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2025/11/24

Ep #96: Bring the Avalanche: How to Turn Rejection Into Motivation — with Maurice Proffitt“Trust yourself. This world will try to tell you otherwise every single day.”- Maurice ProffittThis conversation was recorded live at Lumpen Radio on Saturday November 22, 2025Summary of the episodeIn this episode, we sit down with Chicago creative and producer Maurice Proffitt to talk about creative rejection, the fear of success, and what it really takes to build a career without waiting for permission

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Welcome to noseyAF: Conversations about Art, Activism...

noseyAF: Conversations about Art, Activism, and... ·

2025/11/18

Ever wonder what a creative life really looks like beyond the highlight reel?I'm Stephanie Graham, an artist and filmmaker, and I host noseyAF conversations about art, activism, and social change. I ask the kind of honest questions that make people go, "Ooh, good one".We'll talk about when you knew you had to make a project, how you really handle rejection, and where the weirdest place inspiration struck. We have rich, fun, and honest talks with artists, activists, and everyday legends who are out

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56:55

Queer History Is Everywhere: Dr. Kate Henry on...

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2025/11/18

Ep # 95: Queer History Is Everywhere: Dr. Kate Henry on Archives, Rhetoric & Lisa BenSummary of the episodeHey its Stephanie here! In this episode of noseyAF, we get into queer history, archives, and public scholarship with Dr. Kate Henry — writer, scholar, poet, and creator of Lisa Benography, a public scholarship project documenting Lisa Ben, the woman behind the first known lesbian magazine in the U.S. Kate and I talk about the magic and messiness of archives, what feminist historiography

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Plant-Based Entrepreneur Niehla Ollie: From Beauty...

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2025/11/08

Ep # 94 : Plant-Based Entrepreneur Niehla Ollie: From Beauty Industry to Homegirl’s HummusThis episode was recorded live on Saturday November 8th at Lumpen Radio in Chicago.Summary of the episodeThis week on noseyAF, I’m talking with Niehla Ollie, the creative behind Homegirl’s Hummus. After more than 20 years in the fashion and beauty world, Niehla had a late-night hummus craving in Milwaukee that changed everything. What started as a midnight snack moment turned into a full-on business built on

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Stop Overthinking Your Brand: A Real Talk Guide for...

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2025/11/07

Ep 93: Stop Overthinking Your Brand: A Real Talk Guide for Creative EntrepreneursSummary of the episodeIn this episode of noseyAF, I sit down with brand designer and website strategist Bridget Baker to demystify the overwhelming world of branding for artists and creative entrepreneurs. Bridget shares her journey from professional dancer and choreographer to helping people build authentic brands that actually reflect who they are—not who they think they should be. We dig into why branding feels so

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53:42

Voices of Survival: A Conversation with Filmmaker...

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2025/10/30

Ep #92: Voices of Survival — A Conversation with Filmmaker James ConeyThank you for listening to noseyAF! So happy to have your ears!Good Stuff Only 💅🏾Fresh art, messy ideas, tiny victories, wild inspirations, candid stories, fun secrets, and the occasional surprise—straight from my studio to your inbox.Join artists, curators, gallerists, and art lovers getting first looks at new work 1-2x a month.→ Subscribe to Good Stuff OnlyThis episode of noseyAF was recorded live on Lumpen Radio on October

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The Power of Intentional Community Building with...

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2025/10/24

Ep #91: The Power of Intentional Community Building with Lindsey LernerSummary of the EpisodeHey friends! In this episode, I’m talking with Lindsey Lerner community builder, photographer, and creative strategist who’s all about shaking things up. Lindsey calls herself “allergic to the status quo,” and once you hear her talk, you’ll totally get why.Her project, Field Notes from the Work in the Wild, captures people in those quiet, in-between moments before the big break, before the outcome when

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Using Art to Process Climate Anxiety and Loss with...

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2025/10/07

Ep 90: Using Art to Process Climate Anxiety and Loss: Katherine Seichen RosingSummary of the episodeIn this deeply personal conversation, Madison-based artist Katherine Steichen Rosing shares how she uses immersive installations and abstract paintings to explore climate anxiety, environmental loss, and the intricate connections between forests and watersheds. Katherine opens up about processing grief through art—from losing her mother to witnessing climate change's impact on the landscapes she

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58:35

Danielle Scruggs: Curating the Future of Black...

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2025/09/30

Ep #89: Danielle Scruggs: Curating the Future of Black FilmmakingThis conversation was recorded live in person on Saturday, September 27, 20205, at Lumpen Radio in Chicago.Summary of the episodeIn this episode of noseyAF, Stephanie talks with Danielle Scruggs—Chicago-based photo editor, photographer, writer, curator, and founder of Black Women Directors. Danielle recently curated File Under: Horror, a program spotlighting horror shorts by Black women and non-binary filmmakers. Together, they dive

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01:13:19

Everything is Mutual Aid with Autumn Breon

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2025/09/23

Ep #88: Everything is Mutual Aid with Autumn BreonSummary of the episodeIn this episode of noseyAF, I sit down with Los Angeles-based artist Autumn Breon to talk about what it really means to redefine Black excellence. Autumn’s work lives at the intersection of Black feminist praxis, historical memory, and speculative futures—spanning performance, installation, and public art.We talk about portals to other realities, the importance of rest and care in creative work, and why Black excellence must be

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Crafting Narratives: Insights from Filmmaker Kristina...

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2025/09/18

Ep #87 : Crafting Narratives: Insights from Filmmaker Kristina ThomasSummary of the episodeThis episode of noseyAF dives into the vibrant and multifaceted world of filmmaking through an engaging conversation with Kristina Thomas, a writer and director whose path in the industry is marked by resilience, creativity, and remarkable achievements. From her beginnings in East Oakland to her work in television and independent cinema, Kristina shares her journey with authenticity and humor.We explore her

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EASE Framework: Decluttering Your Life During Career...

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2025/09/02

Ep #86: EASE Framework: Decluttering Your Life During Career TransitionsSummary of the episodeIn this solo episode of noseyAF, host Stephanie Graham opens up about navigating over a year without steady film work and how she's using this unexpected time for personal growth. She introduces her EASE framework—Eliminate, Accept, Simplify, Expand—a decision-making approach she developed while decluttering her life and dealing with the film industry's ongoing challenges. From working on her first movie in

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The Art of Environmental Empathy: A Conversation with...

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2025/08/26

Ep # 85: The Art of Environmental Empathy: Conversation with Christine ForniSummary of the episodeJoin me for a deep dive into the world of multidisciplinary artist Christine Forni, whose work beautifully weaves together themes of nature, science, and environmental empathy. In this conversation, we explore how Christine's childhood in the industrial landscapes of Cleveland, Pittsburgh, and Detroit created the foundation for her unique artistic practice that examines the tension between urban

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