THE INTERVIEWS
JON ARGE
May 27, 2023
Jon Arge is from another time; another planet. But while he’s here with us, he shares his story as a lifelong artist, a bon vivant, a raconteur, and an archivist. Raised in and trotted his way through the southeast, he’s returned to Atlanta where he got his start as “ARGE,” a brand that continues today. His massive body of work lives in as an ongoing collection at the Stuart A. Rose Library at Emory University, and you can continue to be dazzled by Jon Arge’s creations on Facebook and Instagram under the same name. Enjoy this nearly 2hr interview in his home in Atlanta, GA.
EUGENIE BONDURANT
March 9, 2023
Eugenie Bondurant, a New Orleans native, is described by her husband as an "Elegant Chanteuse." Her storied and varied career includes working on stage, in front of and behind the camera, teaching, coaching, accepting awards, and more. Enjoy this 90 minute interview in her home in St. Pete, FL.
CHAD MIZE
March 4, 2023
Chad Mize is a wildly successful award-winning multimedia artist in St. Pete, FL. He's spent a majority of his life in the Tampa Bay area, painting, designing, curating, doodling and much more. He reflects on his journey as self-made creative, past and future projects. Enjoy this 50 minute interview in his home with some of his designs in the background.
PORTER PICKARD
March 3, 2023
Porter Pickard (pronounced "Pick-ARD") is a native of Baton Rouge, LA, who reflects on knowing he wanted to perform at an early age, and life in NYC during significant events in our society. Enjoy this 90 minute interview in the Draper hotel, of his reflection on life as a dedicated actor, singer, dancer and producer.
MICHELLE THOMASON SARIEV
May 27, 2023
Michelle Thomason Sariev takes us through her journey as an English major, a fine dining server, and reinventing herself at the age of 30 to become a compassionate nurse practitioner. A lifelong ally of the LGBTIQA+ community, she joined the healthcare workforce at a pivotal time where pharmaceuticals and social awareness for HIV and trans healthcare hit new strides. Enjoy her 1+ hour interview in Atlanta, GA.
MICHELE SMITH
March 2, 2023
Michele Smith is a two-time Olympic Gold Medalist in softball living in St Pete, FL. Enjoy her 60 minute interview about her life as a focused, multi-award winning athlete, with a strong desire to inspire and help others.