Kyle Ariel Knowles

Art & Artist - Human Creativity in the Age of AI

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This podcast explores the human urge to create. The title, Art & Artist, comes from a book by Otto Rank, who, along with Adler and Jung, was one of the intellectual giants in Sigmund Freud's inner circle.

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Kyle Ariel Knowles

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40 Years Later 06.01.2026 8:05

This is the audio version of my Art & Artist - January 2, 2026 newsletter. Read essays, inspiring quotes, plus recommendations for TV, film, and music on my Substack. pyfgo.substack.com Send us Fan Mail

Devastating Folk Pop: Kat Lane on Authentic Artistry in the Digital Age 17.06.2025 29:59

In this episode of the Art and Artist Podcast, host Kyle Ariel Knowles interviews singer-songwriter Kat Lane, who discusses her unique blend of devastating folk pop, her musical influences, and the impact of social media, particularly TikTok, on her career. Kat shares her journey of songwriting, the importance of authenticity in her music, and her experiences with live performances. She also refle...

The Power of Music as Therapy: Goodshivers Discusses His Songwriting Process 25.05.2025 26:54

In this episode, host Kyle Ariel Knowles sits down with talented musician Eddie Irvin, known as Goodshivers. Eddie specializes in creating instrumental piano music for filmmakers and podcasters, crafting custom scores that evoke specific emotions and enhance storytelling. One of the highlights of the conversation was when Eddie explained his unique approach to chord progressions and how he incorpo...

Finding Beauty in Pain: Singer-Songwriter Anna Justen's Musical Journey 12.02.2025 25:03

Welcome to the Art and Artist Podcast! In this episode, host Kyle Ariel Knowles sits down with independent singer-songwriter Anna Justen , originally from Seattle and now based in Montreal, Canada. Anna shares her unique musical journey, which began at 12 when she taught herself piano and guitar. With a style that blends indie pop and folk with experimental, grunge-influenced production, Anna is s...