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Southcoast Artists Index

The Southcoast Artists Index

The Artists Index podcasts offer up close and personal conversations with the makers, performers, supporters and cultural impresarios of this remarkable creative community. Join us as we speak with and listen to the creative community"s living visual, performing and literary artists. We will also feature those seeking information on and, sharing what they have discovered about the Artists who have passed on that were a part of the creative community"s creative fabric in days gone by. The Artists

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20:36

The Vault Sessions Ep. 3: Dave "Minstrel" Sterenchock

Southcoast Artists Index ·

2026/09/28

Dave Sterenchock is a songwriter and storyteller who turns personal experiences into honest, relatable music. His songs explore love, heartbreak, relationships, and the complicated emotions that come with trying to make sense of them. With a candid and often humorous approach to songwriting, Dave isn't afraid to tackle the realities of love and loss. His song "She Doesn't Know Where My Heart Is" captures the frustration and disillusionment of a relationship that has lost its connection, blending

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Podcast Ep. 241: Juliet Loranger

Southcoast Artists Index ·

2026/09/17

What happens when movement becomes a form of art, education, and community connection? In this episode, we sit down with a movement educator, coach, and small business owner, Juliet Loranger, who has been teaching in downtown New Bedford since 2009. Through yoga, somatics, and sports, they explore the science, social impact, and creative possibilities of movement with both teens and adults. Juliet Loranger is a movement educator, coach, and small business owner who has been teaching and cultivating

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52:53

Podcast Ep. 240: J.J. Richards

Southcoast Artists Index ·

2026/09/01

JJ Richards is a photographer whose creative journey has been shaped by a lifetime of travel, service, and a desire to share positivity through images. Originally from New Zealand, JJ took an unconventional path after completing school. Rather than immediately attending university, he joined the army, where he spent 12 years in service. Following his military career, JJ joined the United Nations as a telecommunications technician and went on to spend 30 years working in peacekeeping operations

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19:56

The Vault Sessions Ep. 2: Indy Blake

Southcoast Artists Index ·

2026/08/10

Welcome to Episode 2 of The Vault Sessions, the live music series from the Southcoast Artists Index, recorded at The Vault Center for the Performing Arts during Open Mic Night in downtown New Bedford, Massachusetts. In this episode, we sit down with local musician Indy Blake to talk about music, creativity, influences, songwriting, and what it means to be part of the South Coast's growing creative community. Following the conversation, Indy takes the stage to perform a selection of original songs

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Podcast Episode 239: Colin Williams

Southcoast Artists Index ·

2026/08/04

Welcome, Colin Williams, who was our guest on Podcast Episode 224. Colin's memories of his time at and association with SMU (Southeastern Massachusetts University) were enhanced by his delight in working in and around, as well as being surrounded by the University's Paul Rudolph architecture. Colin Williams was the co-chairman of the SMU Concert Series, and included finding art majors to design handbills, posters, tickets, and backstage passes for his directed concerts in the auditorium, the big

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56:57

Podcast Episode 238: GRACE STATWICK

Southcoast Artists Index ·

2026/07/28

Welcome, Grace Statwick, a professional artist raised in Springfield, Missouri. Grace grew up knowing she'd be an artist. She graduated from Vassar College with a degree in film and experience in set construction working for the school's drama department. She proceeded to work in prop and set construction for film, and then as a sculptor for Bass Pro Shops, building waterfalls and trees and traveling across the country. In 2016, she moved to South Korea to teach English, where she began to exhibit,

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26:39

The Vault Sessions Ep. 1: Steve Goodman

Southcoast Artists Index ·

2026/07/21

Welcome to the very first episode of The Vault Sessions, a new live music series from the Southcoast Artists Index, recorded at The Vault Center for the Performing Arts during Open Mic Night in downtown New Bedford, Massachusetts. Each episode features an intimate conversation with a local musician, exploring their creative journey, musical influences, songwriting process, and connection to the South Coast's vibrant arts community. Following the interview, you'll experience live performances of

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52:34

Podcast Episode 237: Max Wickemeyer

Southcoast Artists Index ·

2026/07/14

Welcome, Max Wickemeyer, our volunteer Development Director and now an official podcast host for Southcoast Artists Index. Max was our guest on Podcast Episode 205. Music is his creative force. He plays six- and four-string instruments. Max has been playing in a hobby rock group for 15 years and performing solo gigs at open-mic venues, including The Vault Performing Arts Center & Pub, where he has also been documenting performances and performers for The Artists Index as our man-in-the-field. Max is

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Podcast Episode 236: TRINA BIGHAM

Southcoast Artists Index ·

2026/07/07

Welcome, Trina Bigham, a published author and an aspiring artist. She is a Northeastern University graduate with a degree in mechanical engineering. According to Trina, she has "spent her life following the quiet tug of purpose wherever it led her. Trina Bigham was born in Westwood, New Jersey. She moved to the South Coast of Massachusetts before she was a year old. She's lived in Wareham, Mattapoisett, and Marion before settling in Fairhaven, where she has lived for the past 30 years. Her childhood

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01:06:13

Podcast Episode 235: DAVID POYANT

Southcoast Artists Index ·

2026/06/23

Welcome, David Poyant, an embroidery artist who came to this work later in life, after decades spent as a cobbler and craftsman. Without formal training, Poyant developed his own approach—or, what he refers to as thread painting—using a needle and fine strands of thread to build images one stitch at a time. His process begins with AI-generated compositions that he refines and prints onto canvas, but the true work happens slowly by hand, where time, patience, and touch shape the final piece. David

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54:39

Podcast Episode 234: Tom Lopatosky

Southcoast Artists Index ·

2026/06/16

Welcome, author and painter, Tom Lopatosky. Not only is Tom the author of two books: The Care And Maintenance Of A New England Home and The Care And Maintenance Of A Block Island Home, but he also hosts PROTALK Home Improvement Radio (630AM/99.7FM WPRO) Saturdays at 2 pm and writes monthly home improvement articles. Tom Lopatosky is the founder and owner of LOPCO Contracting, a painting & repair company in East Providence, Rhode Island, since 1995. He also owns Cheer UP Athletics, an all-star cheer

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51:23

Podcast Episode 233: Cedric "Vice1" Douglass

Southcoast Artists Index ·

2026/06/09

Welcome, Cedric Earle Douglas, also known as Vise1 - again! Our first conversation on Podcast Episode 230 was so good, we decided to make it a two-parter. Cedric, in case you didn't know, is a street artist among his many other credentials. Cedric was born in Boston. He received his BFA in Graphic Design from the Massachusetts College of Art and Design Mass Art. Cedric's first experience with public art was writing his name creatively on abandoned spaces. Cedric is also the founder and Creative

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58:39

Podcast Episode 232: JUDITH KLEIN

Southcoast Artists Index ·

2026/05/28

Welcome, artist, gallerist, and educator, Judith Klein. This is her second podcast with us. Judith was our guest on Podcast Episode: 22. Judith attended an art high school in Tel Aviv and later attended the Art Teachers College. Upon graduation, she attended the advanced program at the Avni Institute of Fine Arts in Tel Aviv. In the years following, she taught Fine Art in the Israeli Public School system and began exhibiting her artwork at a leading Tel Aviv art gallery. Judith later moved to

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Podcast Episode 231: LYNN BAILEY WITTY

Southcoast Artists Index ·

2026/05/19

Welcome, educator and artist, Lynn Bailey Witty. She has worked as a preschool teacher in private schools, teaching older students in art, specifically, as well as storytelling and scriptwriting. A New Bedford resident, she has worked as a professional actor in television commercials and jingles for years. Lynn is a member of the Screen Actors Guild (SAG-AFTRA). She was also a professional worship leader for multiple churches for twenty-seven years. Lynn Bailey Witty is a singer-songwriter and a

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01:15:35

Jazz Series Episode 9: LIONEL F. SOARES

Southcoast Artists Index ·

2026/05/12

In Episode Nine, Jazz Podcast Host Dave Reis speaks with Carol Louro, daughter of the legendary clarinetist/saxophonist Lionel Soares, about her father's talent, passion, and dedication. Lionel performed professionally for six decades and was also the proprietor of Dartmouth Music. He studied at The New England Conservatory, Boston Conservatory, Berklee College of Music, and Southeastern Massachusetts University. He studied clarinet with Victor Polachek and Attilio Poto, both members of the Boston

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54:08

The Lost Artists of Fairhaven - Introductory Podcast...

Southcoast Artists Index ·

2026/04/28

Welcome, Autumn Liv Cyr, the new podcast host of The Lost Artists of Fairhaven. She is undertaking a new direction in our podcast programming. Autumn will be primarily focused on inviting our listeners to contribute any information they may have about any of the artists on her long, constantly growing list of Visual, Performing, and literary artists who were born, lived, or worked in the historical seacoast town of Fairhaven, Massachusetts. Autumn is a Fine Artist, Graphic Designer, Writer, and

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34:35

Gallery X Series Episode 8: Mary Rapoza

Southcoast Artists Index ·

2026/04/14

In Episode Eight, our Gallery X Documentation Project podcast host Sean FitzGerald speaks with Mary S. Rapoza, who has been the Director of the New Bedford Parks, Recreation & Beaches Department since 2013. Mary has a great love of public spaces and engaging children and adults in the great outdoors for health, recreation, and community connection. Her commitment to improving the quality of life for all New Bedford residents through the development of city-wide recreational opportunities and

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56:52

Podcast Episode 229: MIDORI EVANS

Southcoast Artists Index ·

2026/04/06

Welcome, Midori Evans, founder of Midori Creativity. She understands how creatives think. Through workshops, coaching, and community projects, Midori follows an inner vision to make spaces for exploring creativity, connection, and meaningful life choices. Midori Evans is a powerful public speaker and certified creativity coach. She offers workshops on the creative process and the internal thinking that can create creative blocks. She is also the founder of Write with Community, Inc., which

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01:00:25

Podcast Episode 230: CEDRIC 'VISE1' DOUGLAS

Southcoast Artists Index ·

2026/04/03

Welcome, Cedric Earle Douglas, also known as Vise1. He is a street artist among his many other credentials. Cedric was born in Boston. He received his BFA in Graphic Design from the Massachusetts College of Art and Design Mass Art. His first experience with public art was writing his name creatively on abandoned spaces. Cedric is also the founder and Creative Director of The Up Truck, a creative art lab that is designed to engage underserved Boston communities. Cedric Douglas is widely recognized

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56:08

Podcast Episode 228: TYLER KINGSLAN

Southcoast Artists Index ·

2026/03/10

Welcome, musician Tyler Kingsland, a multi-instrumentalist and music instructor from Fairhaven, Massachusetts. Currently, he teaches public school in Dartmouth, Massachusetts, and occasionally he also teaches privately. Tyler's priority is to enjoy both his family and his teaching job. He continues to do so while happily playing professionally when life allows. Scott Bishop spoke with Tyler, who shared his story as a musician and so much more. Recording Projects: Vessel - Rum Ham

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