Classic City Vibes
Classic City Vibes Podcast - Conversations with people in the Athens, Oconee and surrounding communities who help make this such an amazing place to live. Learn what is going on in one of the nation’s most famous music, film and art scenes, learn about some of the amazing opportunities around us where you can be active and interact with others who have similar interests. This podcast is put out by the Athens Regional Library System where we are committed to helping build strong communities and celebrating our diversity. Engaging Communities, Exceeding Expectations.
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Episodes
96 episodes
HauntFest with Roseann Harpold
We talk with the founder of one of Athen's most popular new festivals Hauntfest. Learn from Roseann Harpold how it all got started and what you can expect at this year's event!For more information about Hauntfest please go to...
Library Buzz: The Books Everyone Wanted In 2025
This week Niké and Dana join James to discuss the most popular books of 2025, our favorites, and what we are looking forward to in 2026.
Gerald Maa: Poet, Editor and Translator
This week we are joined by poet, editor and translator Gerald Maa. Gerald talks about his origins and rise in the literary world and about his current role as editor of The Georgia Review. Enjoyed this conversation? Follow, subscribe, and...
Poet Karla Kelsey
This week we have a conversation with poet Karla Kelsey who was recently the featured poet for the UGA Diann Blakely Visiting Poet Series. Karla was a delight to talk with and we hope you will enjoy this conversation as much as we did!
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Mothrea Immortalis: Resin Artist and Vtuber
Learn about Vtubing, Resin art and more with local artist Mothrea Immortalis.Bio: "this bug knows some stuff or something like that"
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Ixian
Ixian is a one man tour de force of Post Cyber Grinding Noisey Sludge Techno Industrial Blackened doom based out of Athens, GA. His live shows consist of many machines, and masked mystique. There is an unreasonable amount of music for the amoun...
Alissa Huelsman-Bell of Thunderfoot Studio
Novelist and entrepreneur Alissa Huelsman-Bell discusses her journey from Star Trek-inspired storyteller to owner of Thunderfoot Studio, a new film production facility at Wire Park in Watkinsville. Her creative path spans writing 20 published b...
The Athens Film Festival: Where Community Meets Cinema
Step into the vibrant world of independent cinema as the Athens Film Festival makes its triumphant return for a second year! Founder Chuck Griffin and PR coordinator Blaire Mars take us behind the scenes of this rapidly growing celebration of f...
Author Tara Heaton
Our guest today is Tara Heaton — a published author, keynote speaker, and master storyteller whose unforgettable memoir invites readers into a world few can imagine. In Life Minutes: Igniting Joy from the Fire of Heartache, Tara shares her jour...
The Art of Book-to-Film
Have you ever walked out of a movie theater feeling betrayed by what filmmakers did to your favorite book? Or discovered an incredible novel only after falling in love with its screen adaptation? Our fascinating conversation with Athens librari...
Game Designer and Author Caleb Zane Huett
Meet Caleb Zane Hewitt, the creative force behind Triangle Agency, a groundbreaking tabletop role-playing game that's redefining how we think about narrative control and power dynamics at the gaming table. In this wide-ranging conversation, Cal...
Filmmaker Chris Pendry
Learn about local up and coming filmmaker Chris Pendry. Chris Pendry is a talented multi-hyphenate artist. From acting on stage, writing new works, and making short films in the UGA Masters in Film Arts program, Chris Pendry has had a bus...
Author and Equestrian Kendra Collier
Kendra Collier shares her journey from horseback riding enthusiast to published children's book author. Her book "Amber's Equestrian Alphabet" began as a high school senior project but quickly became a passion project combining her love for ani...
Blending Classical Elegance with Modern Storytelling: A Journey with Dancer and Choreographer Eva Ellerbre
What happens when classical elegance meets modern storytelling? Join us as we sit down with the incredibly talented Eva Elarbee, whose journey from a three-year-old in ballet slippers at the Joan Mann Dance Studio to a multifaceted dancer, chor...
Illuminating the Screen: Miles Grier on Film Set Lighting and Industry Insights
Set Lighting Technician Miles Grier share his journey into the film industry. From essential roles and safety on set to sharing invaluable career advice, the discussion emphasizes the importance of collaboration and respect in the film in...
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Anthony Zuniga's Artistic Journey and the Power of Community
Join us on Classic City Vibes as we welcome back Anthony Zuniga, who takes us on his journey from a church worship team to middle school band, eventually stepping into the world of theater and dance at Brightstone Productions. Despite initial d...
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Kismet Games
What happens when you take an alternate history Earth, sprinkle it with alien curses, and wrap it all in the creative chaos of the Old School Renaissance? Wayne and Dee from Kismet Games join us on Classic City Vibes to answer just that.
Fall Books and NY Times Greatest Books of the 21st Century
We talk books with some of ARLS's own. Lindsay, Jen, and Niké join us to talk about the NY Times Greatest Books of the 21st Century list as well as some of the books coming out this fall. Video Games, Cher, and much more find their ...
Director- Mac Escalante
This week we talk with Director Mac Escalante about his new film “Aubrey’s Understanding”. You can catch the film at the Georgia Museum of Art on October 19th at 2pm. You can find Mac Escalante at:<...
Kelly Petronis - Flying Squid Comedy
The Comedy community has really taken off in the last four years and a lot of that has to do with Flying Squid Comedy which offers classes, shows, and a community for local comedians. This week we talk with founder and comedian Kelly Petr...
Zachary Markley - Filmmaker, author, podcaster, and critic
This week we talk with Filmmaker Zachary Markley. Hear about his recent project, his work on major studio films, his novels, podcast and more! You can find more info about Zachary at https://www.zacharymarkleyofficial.com/.<...
Mark van Allen (musician, recording engineer and record producer)
Mark van Allen has been playing music his whole life and has shared the stage and studio with some of the biggest stars in music. Known especially for his unique sound on pedal steel guitar he has had quite a remarkable career. Mark...
Fashion Designer Tabitha Fielteau
We talk this week with local Fashion Designer Tabitha Fielteau. We hope you enjoy the conversation.Tabitha Fielteau is a womenswear fashion designer with two unique brands. One label is Chic Riot that specializes in motorcycle gea...
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