noseyAF: Conversations about Art, Activism, and Social Change

Ep #92: Voices of Survival — A Conversation with Filmmaker James Coney Thank 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...

Ep #91: The Power of Intentional Community Building with Lindsey Lerner Summary of the Episode Hey 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 W...

Ep 90: Using Art to Process Climate Anxiety and Loss: Katherine Seichen Rosing Summary of the episode In 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...

Ep #89: Danielle Scruggs: Curating the Future of Black Filmmaking This conversation was recorded live in person on Saturday, September 27, 20205, at Lumpen Radio in Chicago. Summary of the episode In 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:...

Ep #88: Everything is Mutual Aid with Autumn Breon Summary of the episode In 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 por...

Ep #87 : Crafting Narratives: Insights from Filmmaker Kristina Thomas Summary of the episode This 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 te...

Ep #86: EASE Framework: Decluttering Your Life During Career Transitions Summary of the episode In 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 declutt...

Ep # 85: The Art of Environmental Empathy: Conversation with Christine Forni Summary of the episode Join 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 Detro...

Tom Burtonwood: Art, Philosophy, Community and Pragstraction 🍧🍧 Click Here to take the noseyAF Listener Survey! I Want Your Feedback Pretty Please! 🍧🍧 This week on noseyAF , Tom Burtonwood comes to speak I sit down with Chicago-based multidisciplinary artist Tom Burtonwood on nsoeyAF Live to talk about his recent exhibition at 21C Museum Hotel and his ongoing project, A Cube is a Rectangle . T...

Ep 83: Navigating Life's Challenges using Human Design Insights and Bravery with Heather Vickery 🚨Help me make the show better—take the noseyAF Listener Survey!🚨 Take the listener survey here Summary of the episode In this episode of noseyAF, I sit down with Heather Vickery to talk about human design—not in a super spiritual way, but in a real-world, practical, “okay, so what do I do with this?”...

You Might Like Listening To: Wednesday Wellness Debrief 🎧 You Might Like Listening To is a short series where I share trailers from podcasts I think you’ll love. These shows are made by thoughtful, bold, and intentional creators—just the kind of people we love around here at noseyAF . This week, I’m featuring Wednesday Wellness Debrief , hosted by Brittany Biggett-Heeren. This podcast brings you...

You Might Like Listening To: Empaths Anonymous 🎧 You Might Like Listening To is a special mini-series where I share trailers from podcasts I think you’ll love. These shows are created by creative, smart, and heart-centered folks who are exploring what it means to live fully and honestly—just like we do here on noseyAF . This week, I’m featuring Empaths Anonymous —a mental health podcast and suppo...

You Might Like Listening To: The Grad School Femtoring Podcast 🎧 You Might Like Listening To is a special mini-series where I share trailers from podcasts I think you’ll love. These shows are created by smart, bold, creative people who are asking big questions and making good trouble—the kind of folks we love around here at noseyAF . This week, I’m featuring The Grad School Femtoring Podcast , ho...

Ep # 79: Crashing Weddings and Creating Art: Conversations with Ayana Major Bey 🚨 Click Here to take the noseyAF Listener Survey Today Please!! 🚨 Summary of the episode: Welcome to episode #79! Stephanie welcomes multifaceted actor and creative force Ayana Major Bey for a profound discussion about the intricate balance between art and personal passion. The conversation explores Ayana's journey t...

📣 I Need Your Help — Take the noseyAF Listener Survey! 📝 Take the survey here: noseyAF.com/survey Hey hey — it’s me, Stephanie! In this quick episode, I’m inviting you to fill out the 2025 Summertime noseyAF Listener Survey so I can hear directly from you about what’s working, what you want more of, and where we can take the show next. I’m especially curious about how you feel about solo episode...

Ep #77: Exploring the Intersections of Food, Art, and Community: A Conversation with Radius This episode premiered first on Lumpen Radio on July 28, 2025 Summary of the episode In this episode of noseyAF , we get into the transformative power of food, wellness, and culture with multidisciplinary creative Radius. Our conversation explores how food is not just sustenance, but a form of resistance, c...

EP #76 noseyAF Classic: Wellness in Our Communities: Breaking Barriers and Building Access with Health Coach Kristal Holmes Summary of the episode This noseyAF Classic is packed with empowerment, inspiration, and real talk about true holistic wellness. Originally aired in November 2023, this episode features Kristal Holmes — attorney, health coach, mother, and the force behind the Go Hard Chick mo...

Ep # 75: Art Isn’t Always Easy: Friendship, Parenting & Self-Definition with Kimmy Noonen Recorded Live at Lumpen Radio: May 24, 2025 Summary of the episode Kimmy Noonen Joined my Live on Lumpen Radio! This episode is basically two friends—me, Stephanie, and Kimmy Noonan—chatting about all the messy, beautiful stuff that happens when art meets real life. Kimmy opens up about how becoming a mom...

Ep 74: Navigating Grief through Sculpture: Bobbi Meier’s Story “Grief doesn’t have to be gray. It can be neon, it can be soft, it can be joyful.”- Bobbi Meier Summary of the episode In this episode of noseyAF, we explore navigating grief through sculpture with Chicago-based artist Bobbi Meier. Bobbi’s journey as an artist is intimately shaped by personal loss and the emotional complexities of care...

Ep 73: Alberto Aguilar on Making Art from Everyday Life Summary of the Episode: In this episode of noseyAF: Conversations About Art, Activism, and Social Change , artist and host Stephanie Graham sits down with Alberto Aguilar, a multidisciplinary artist known for transforming everyday moments and interactions into meaningful creative expressions. The conversation explores how Aguilar weaves art i...

Ep # 72: Mastering the Art of Growth: Insights from Kenyatta Griggs “Every experience is a tool—what you build is up to you.”- Kenyatta Griggs Summary of the episode Its the last episode of Season 5 of noseyAF and we are closing out with a wonderful conversation with Kenyatta Griggs! Kenyatta Griggs (Dr Yatta!), is an esteemed barber, author, and filmmaker, exemplifying the intersection of persona...

Ep 71- noseyAF Live! : Faux Fur, Circus Stories, Feelings, and Soft Power with Catie Burrill “Textile work has always been a silent language, especially among women.”- Catie Burrill Summary of the episode: The inaugural episode of noseyAF on Lumpen Radio introduces host Stephanie Graham and her signature blend of curiosity, creativity, and community. In this candid conversation, Stephanie sits dow...

Ep 70:🎉 Big News: noseyAF Is Now a Live Radio Show! Summary of the episode Friends!! Stephanie’s got a mic, a mixing board, and a whole new way to be nosy. This is your official heads-up: noseyAF is now a live radio show on Lumpen Radio in Chicago 105.5FM , and you’re invited to the party. Here’s the what, why, and how — plus a teaser of what went down in our very first broadcast. Resources menti...

Ep # 69: Liberation, Softness, and A Good Ol’ Banjo “I'm brilliant because my ancestors were brilliant.” - EbonyJanice Welcome to episode 69, Liberation, Softness, and A Good Ol’ Banjo! This episode invites you to reflect on your own journey toward softness, wholeness, and unapologetic self-expression. Whether you’re an artist, activist, or simply someone looking to heal, EbonyJanice’s insights wi...

Ep #68: Jewelry, Tech & Authenticity with Helen with the Gold Teeth Summary of the episode  Helen with the Gold Teeth is here! Y’all, this episode is a treat. Helen Harris, aka Helen with the Gold Teeth , shares her incredible journey from engineering to luxury jewelry, proving that sometimes, the best career moves are the unexpected ones. We dive into her philosophy on accessible luxury, the...