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Concerning The Spiritual In Art

A spiritual renaissance is upon us and its influences are being reflected in a lot of the art we are seeing today. “Concerning the Spiritual in Art," a podcast hosted by artist Martin Benson, explores spirituality, consciousness and the creative process. This podcast highlights innovative artists working across a variety of genres and mediums. The hope is that these conversations inspire, perplex, and ultimately emphasize the importance of the creative process and how it can be a vehicle for both

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Solo Cast #2

Concerning The Spiritual In Art ·

2026/01/23

Quick podcast update ! New episodes coming soon ! 🙏🏼💫*To stay updated on the podcast and related content, check out ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠my Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.martinLbenson.com*To support the show and access exclusive content, consider subscribing for $0.99/month on Instagram (link above).Credits: Special thanks to Matthew Blankenship of ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Sometimes Island⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for our podcast theme music!Support this podcast: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/martin-l-benson/support⁠

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01:17:10

Encrypted Mementos with Matthew John Betzalel Bivalacqua

Concerning The Spiritual In Art ·

2025/11/20

In this episode I am joined by a dear friend, artist, poet, philosopher, and all around magical human being Matthew John Betzalel Bivalacqua. In this episode we discuss his deeply personal art process and its relationship to memory, emotion, and spiritual experience. His works explores a fresh approach to still life and the power of personal symbols encased in memory. ------------------Matthew John Betzalel Bivalacqua was born in Metairie LA, 1981. In 2015 he received his undergraduate degrees from

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01:02:41

Channeling and Transmission With Terra Keck

Concerning The Spiritual In Art ·

2025/10/21

In this episode I am welcomed by visual artist Terra Keck. Together we explored her initial interests in occult spirituality and how that began to evolve in her life and especially its influence over her art practice. We discuss the nature of awareness and the importance of cultivating a space (both physical and mental) that allows for channeling and transmission to come through the creative process. ———————————Terra Keck is an artist, curator, and writer based in Brooklyn, New York. She received

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01:18:48

Reality Testing with Elijah Chong

Concerning The Spiritual In Art ·

2025/09/21

In this episode I am joined by one of my best friends on this planet, Artist and Art Therapist Elijah Chong. Elijah and I have known each other for over a decade and have always been kindred spirits on this journey of cultivating spiritual knowledge and wisdom. In this episode we dive deep into his personal journey and talk extensively about his practice as an art therapist and how that intertwines with his own personal creative practice. --------------------Born in Anchorage, Alaska, raised in

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01:16:49

Glorifying The Soul with Alex Coma

Concerning The Spiritual In Art ·

2025/09/07

In this episode I dive deep with the incredible visionary artist and podcaster Alex Coma. Our conversation is an incredible discussion about spiritual practice, astrology, and the synchronicities to help guide us on the path of expanding our consciousness. --------------------------Alex Coma is an interdisciplinary artist exploring the complex intersections between symbolism, consciousness, and esoteric knowledge. A graduate in photography from Concordia University and former scholarship recipient

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01:13:55

Healing Frequencies with Si Golraine

Concerning The Spiritual In Art ·

2025/08/23

My conversation with Ukrainian artist Si Golraine is not to be missed. This heart-opening episode begins with her spiritual journey of healing from various physical ailments, which ultimately led her to a path of holistic learning. This journey transformed her life and introduced her to metaphysical and spiritual knowledge that she incorporates into her life and art practice in such an inspiring way. We also dive into the origins of her unique art-making process, where she channels electrical

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01:07:57

Centering The Feminine with Shuling Guo

Concerning The Spiritual In Art ·

2025/05/27

I have a special episode for you today with visual artist Shuling Guo. In this episode we hear about her incredible story going from a very traditional, small village in Southern China, and her triumph against a very dominant patriarchal culture structure, to go to art school in Beijing, and ultimately to the United States to pursue her artistic path. We learned about her spiritual influences from the women in her life and how that set the stage for her artistic journey

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01:08:25

The Core of Identity with Nika Fontaine

Concerning The Spiritual In Art ·

2025/04/27

In this episode I have an inspiring and fascinating conversation with visual artist Nika Fontaine. We dive deep into her personal history and her exploration of identity and spirituality. We talk about alchemy, transformation, and the ways in which art can become a vehicle for self discovery and ego dissolution. ------------------------------------Nika Fontaine, born in Montreal 1985, lives and work in Berlin and Villalonga, Spain. She received her master of fine arts degree from the

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01:06:40

Synchronicity and Destiny with Brent Houzenga

Concerning The Spiritual In Art ·

2025/03/29

In this episode I am joined by visual artist, Brent Houzenga, where we delve into his journey of discovering old photographs in a trash bin and how that changed the course of his life in profound ways. We discuss how this discovery ignited his artistic path and led him to reflect on themes of consciousness, synchronicity, and the essence of identity. ---------------------------------Brent Houzenga is New Orleans-based artist originally from Fulton, IL. Houzenga earned his B.A. in printmaking and

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00:52:42

The Intersection of Art and Magic with Hilma's Ghost...

Concerning The Spiritual In Art ·

2025/03/14

In this episode, I connected with the dynamic duo of Hilma's Ghost, Sharmistha Ray and Dannielle Tegeder, to explore the fascinating intersection of art, spirituality, and community. We dive deep into their collaborative journey, tracing the origins of their partnership that blossomed amidst the challenges of the pandemic and the need for connection. Together we explore the transformative power of art and how spirituality plays a crucial role in their practice.------------------For over five

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01:04:03

A Light In The Dark with Carla Falb

Concerning The Spiritual In Art ·

2025/02/27

In this episode, I have an enlightening conversation with artist Carla Falb, who shares her unique journey through art, spirituality, and personal growth. We explore the profound influence her father's role as a Methodist minister had on her early understanding of mysticism and creativity, and how these experiences shaped her artistic vision.-----------------------------Since 2002, Carla Falb has been creating paintings of roller coasters from images she captures on her GoPro while riding in the

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01:06:50

Healing Through Vibrational Art with Ian Morris and...

Concerning The Spiritual In Art ·

2025/02/12

In this episode, I engage in a thought-provoking dialogue with Fallon Morningstar and Ian Morris from Listening to Smile, an innovative platform dedicated to the healing powers of art and music. We delve into the profound relationship between creativity and healing, exploring how vibrational music can serve as a transformative medium for mental and physical well-being.-----------------------------Listening To Smile is a pioneering company that focuses on transforming the lives of individuals through

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00:05:32

Solo Cast #1

Concerning The Spiritual In Art ·

2024/12/11

Podcast update! Lots of exciting things on the horizon. Please continue to follow the show and do me a favor and share it out to people who might be interested. Leave a comment, rating, subscribe...all that stuff ! Love always, Martin --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/martin-l-benson/support

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01:06:06

Healing and Transformation with Kelly Joy Ladd

Concerning The Spiritual In Art ·

2024/10/02

In this episode, I have a profound conversation with visual artist Kelly Joy Ladd, diving deep into her transformative journey of healing and creativity. We explore her traumatic head injury and how it catalyzed a significant shift in her life and art practice, leading her to embrace her spirituality and authenticity fully.------------------- Ladd‘s work responds to themes of cosmic and creative mysteries, exploring inner and outer space, spiritually, the connection of all things and understanding

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01:07:48

Wading Through The Cosmic Mush With Emily Weiner

Concerning The Spiritual In Art ·

2024/09/02

In this episode, I have an enriching conversation with visual artist Emily Weiner. We delve into her captivating work, exploring themes like the archetypes of the collective unconscious, Carl Jung, and Joseph Campbell. We discuss the relationship between universal archetypal spaces and painting, highlighting how art serves as a medium to express symbolic ideas that are often challenging to articulate.Emily shares her creative process, from the initial stages of her paintings to the intricate

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00:55:11

It's All Connected With Jen Stark

Concerning The Spiritual In Art ·

2024/08/19

In this episode I have an amazing conversation with visual artist Jen Stark. We talk about her origins in art making and how the natural world always fascinated her from the time she was child. We discussed what sparked her distinctive style back in the early 2000s when she was studying abroad in France, and how that practiced evolved to all the powerful and innovative work she is making today. Together we dive into the power of the psychedelic experience and the potential that art has to

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01:16:09

Beyond Borders With Peter Makela

Concerning The Spiritual In Art ·

2024/08/04

In this episode, Peter and I discuss his recent return from Bhutan along with his Fulbright that he did in Nepal. We also touched upon his deep interest in the cross section of contemporary art and spirituality. We discuss the incredible synchronicities that led him to the east, and to becoming a practitioner in Tibetan Buddhism. Peter also shares about his interest in pursuing multiple bodies of work and the influences behind them. This episode goes deep, and Peter has so much incredible insights

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01:18:36

Revealing Yourself In Your Art with Emily Cheng

Concerning The Spiritual In Art ·

2024/05/07

In this episode I am joined by visual artist Emily Cheng, where we do a deep dive in what it means to make spiritual art. We talk about the shift in the art world to being more accepting of spiritual ideas at a time when it feels like our world needs it more than ever. We discuss her personal spiritual journey and how it impacted her relationship to her work. We also talk about the power of philosophy, specifically the Tao Te Ching. Emily has an amazing amount of insight and wisdom to share

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01:15:56

Self- Written Spirituality with David Onri Anderson

Concerning The Spiritual In Art ·

2024/04/23

In this episode I am joined by Nashville based artist David Onri Anderson. This conversation went to a lot of amazing places. We began by talking about David’s spirituality and its connection to his past and his ancestors. He tells a harrowing story of a near death experience that impacted him greatly. We also discuss the influence the natural world has on his art making as well as his own personal spirituality. We discuss the nature of spiritual art and the importance it plays in the past and

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01:10:27

Sensory Experience with Theresa Daddezio

Concerning The Spiritual In Art ·

2024/03/10

In this episode Theresa and I talk about the power of perception, sensation, and the way that abstract painting is the perfect way to express these intangible experiences. We explore the relationship with the outer world and the patterns we find in nature and how they can help us bridge the gap between our inner lives. We talk about sacred geometry in historical painting and how that relates to what we do today, along with the power meditation and yoga practice have over the way we connect with a

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