Artbeat Radio

Welcome back to Artbeat Radio!     ART Center ABR hosts explore fashion, TV shows, books, icons, and scary movies across the decades. Decade experts James, Cristina, Brandon, and Matthew discuss significant works of popular culture including, but not limited to, Ghost Ship, Full House, Wednesday, Popeye the Sailor Man, Ozzy Osbourne, and disco.  Thanks for listening and tune in next time!     Foll...

Welcome back to Artbeat Radio!     Today we’re taking you with us to ART Center! One of the Able ARTS Work adult day programs, located in Long Beach, California! Watch as we vlog through our daily experiences and get a taste of what it’s like to be in a creative arts day program.  Thanks for listening and tune in next time!     Follow us on instagram @artbeatradio     For more information about ou...

Welcome back to Artbeat Radio!       EPI students PJ and Yo Yo host ‘getting to know you’ interviews with staff! Yo Yo, Emilio, starts off the episode by interviewing Troy, a staff member from EPI. They discuss favorite sports teams, holidays, hobbies, sweet potato pie, and the best burger place in Los Angeles. Next PJ, Lawrence, interviews Jon, a staff member from ART Center. They discuss Spiderm...

Welcome back to Artbeat Radio!     In this episode, SD ABR Podcasters and best friends, Kaitlyn Johanson and Renee Mornaeu, begin discussing the ins and outs of their new smoothie business. They discuss potential recipes and favorite flavors (peanut butter and diet cranberry juice are key recipe staples!) and business fundraising ideas. Including creating original art to sell. They also discuss al...

Welcome back to Artbeat Radio! We go to Las Vegas?! Maybe in our perfect day. Listen in as Patti Longo, Brian Corder, and Alfred Albania share what their perfect day would consist of. Thanks for listening and tune in next time! Follow us on instagram @artbeatradio For more information about our organization, please visit our website www.ableartswork.org

Welcome back to Artbeat Radio!       In this episode, EPI fashion experts discuss favorite outfits, colors, and clothing items! In a short interview with instructor Janett, Norberta C. shares her go to pieces, dresses, shirts, and gifts from family and friends. Norberta’s segment is in Spanish and has subtitles in both English and Spanish. Juliet R. and instructor Marissa discuss what OOTD means a...

Welcome back to Artbeat Radio!      In this episode, Liam Porter and Stephanie Monis invite Claire Feth to share two of her poems “Claire’s Turkey Haiku” and “Claire the Headband”. They also discus favorite condiments such as ketchup and barbeque sauce. Next Jillian Anderson and Stephanie Monis share a poem by their peer Isabella Rusnak entitled “joy”. Jillian then begins sharing a San Diego AAW c...

Welcome back to Artbeat Radio! Listen in to Mike Sonksen and Blair Cohn speak about the beautiful city of Long Beach. Mike shares about his poetry, inspiration, and new book, while Blair shares some behind the scenes information about his experience as executive director of the Bixby Knolls Business Improvement Association. Thank you to Brian Corder for interviewing and producing this episode! Tha...

Welcome back to Artbeat Radio!       Today, the inclusive test kitchen group creates dishes inspired by Studio Ghibli! Listen in for an original song titled, Bacon Sizzlin’ in NYC written by James, Renee, Sergio, Cristina, Brian, Brandon, Becky, Christie, and Patti!     Thanks for listening and tune in next time!     Follow us on instagram @artbeatradio     For more information about our organizat...

Welcome back to Artbeat Radio!     This episode is truly a collaboration between many artists from EPI and ART center. It features commentary and helpful information about the upcoming AAW ice cream social by Carlos A. (EPI), Jesus Q. (EPI), Juliet R. (EPI), Jenifer R. (EPI), James M. (ART), Cristina M. (ART), Maria R. (ART), and Matthew C. (ART). Editing was assisted by Daniel J. (EPI) and Ann H....

Welcome back to Artbeat Radio!      In this episode of ABR, Service Users from EPI explore various percussion instruments including bongos, a djembe, tambourines, and a pickle shaker (for a moment pickles and their varieties are explored). First, PJ, Carlos, and Daniel play the bongos and tambourine and share a bit of bongo history. Then PJ and Yo-Yo play bells and the djembe together. PJ revisits...

Welcome back to Artbeat Radio! In this episode, Stephanie Monis and Jillian Anderson interview instructor Javontae about travel, dance, the Navy, favorite dance moves, art forms, and activities. Stephanie’s Lifetime song is featured in the transition between segments. Thanks for listening and tune in next time! Follow us on instagram @artbeatradio For more information about our organization, pleas...

Welcome back to Artbeat Radio!        Follow along with this watercolor tutorial by Brian Corder. Able ARTS Work had the pleasure of hosting a watercolor workshop led by Brian. Grab your paper and paintbrushes and follow along!    Thanks for listening and tune in next time!     Follow us on instagram @artbeatradio     For more information about our organization, please visit our website  www.ablea...

Welcome back to Artbeat Radio!    Join us to learn how to make Peperoni Pizza from Soul and Bob’s Incredible Waffles from The Incredibles. You’ll also get to hear some fun facts about Pixar and our reviews of each dish.     Art credits: Kelsey Ali, Julianna Gallardo, Cristina Mariotta, Phuong Thao Nguyen, and Niko Saldana  Song credits: “I Love Waffles”- Renee Webster, Sergio Leal, Christie Pagan,...

Welcome back to Artbeat Radio! Listen in as we discuss theme parks, theme parks, and more theme parks! Learn our favorite foods, tips and tricks, and hear some popular theme park tunes. Thanks for listening and tune in next time! Follow us on instagram @artbeatradio For more information about our organization, please visit our website www.ableartswork.org

Welcome back to Artbeat Radio!      In this episode of ABR, Service Users from EPI interview James (ART Center Service User) and Tyler (ART Center Staff) about art making, music, First Fridays, hobbies, and being an artist. First, Greco and PJ interview Tyler, and then they both interview James. Greco shares how he wants to be an art teacher, PJ shares that he had a red bike, James talks about his...

Welcome back to Artbeat Radio!      Happy Father’s Day from the ABR crew to you! Listen in as Cristina, Brian, Doug, and Brandon share about memories of their fathers and share the importance of appreciating family.    Thanks for listening and tune in next time!    Follow us on instagram @artbeatradio    For more information about our organization, please visit our website  www.ableartswork.org  

Welcome back to Artbeat Radio!     Today, we learn about a new survey for those with disabilities to assist in making the city of Long Beach, California more accessible. Watch the full video to learn about this amazing project in inclusion and equity. Thank you Brian Corder, Cristina Mariotta, Brandon Neri, and Gretchen Swanson for this amazing interview.  Thanks for listening and tune in next tim...

Welcome back to Artbeat Radio! We had the absolute pleasure of speaking with author and disability activist, Kam Redlawsk. Listen in as Brian Corder interviews her on her past, present, future, and her recent book, Yumi and Monster. Thanks for listening and tune in next time! Follow us on instagram @artbeatradio For more information about our organization, please visit our website www.ableartswork...

Welcome back to Artbeat Radio!    Service Users, Ricky B, Kaitlyn J., and Raneya S. interview dance instructor Alston about the ins and outs of Creative Movement, and engage in Creative Movement with their peers in a quick dance class clip. Raneya, Kristen R., and Liam P. discuss favorite dance moves from their countries of origin and show off their skills.   Thanks for listening and tune in next...

Welcome back to Artbeat Radio!    This episode is all about food, and consists of a casual conversation between Jesus Quiroz, Carlos Arredondo, and Michael Hinckley. Andrea Searles and Jenifer Ramirez pop on screen once in a while reacting to what is being said, as well as sharing a few of their favorite foods. Favorite breakfast foods, drinks, ice cream flavors, street foods, and fast-food chains...

Welcome back to Artbeat Radio!    In this ABR episode, Service Users Kristen R, Isabella R, Matthew F., and Stephanie M. discuss Pokémon, Pokémon history, video game consoles, Pikachu, and favorite Disney movies. Kaitlyn J. and Nick B. discuss favorite video games, board games, and Disney movies. Zelda instrumental music is discussed and demonstrated, Jack Black movies are mentioned, and Jumanji i...

Welcome back to Artbeat Radio!   Tune in as Doug, Brandon, Alfred, Cristina, and Brian break unique wold records! Thanks for listening and tune in next time!   Follow us on instagram @artbeatradio   For more information about our organization, please visit our website www.ableartswork.org 

Welcome back to Artbeat Radio! Join us as we recreate some recipes from our favorite Disney movies. In this episode we make Kronk's Spinach Puffs from The Emperor's New Groove and Gooseberry Pie from Snow White. Artwork by: Cristina Mariotta, Julianna Gallardo, Niko Saldana, and Doug Calhoun Music by: Renee Webster, Sergio Leal, Christie Pagan, Becky Neuhaus, Maria Ramirez, Ricky Parral, M...

Welcome back to Artbeat Radio!   EPI Service Users have a chat with EPI instructors, April and Marissa, about their new classes for the semester. Maria Galaviz-Arroyo and Carlos Arredondo ask April questions about her album artwork creation class that she is leading with another instructor. Lawrence Ward (PJ) is working the camera behind the scenes and offers commentary as well. PJ, Maria G, Carlo...