Culture Under Fire

About Culture Under Fire

How does creativity drive change in people, in neighborhoods, in nations? How do the arts help communities thrive — not just survive? Hosted by visionary arts leader Marjorie Waldo and powered by Arts Garage, Culture Under Fire makes the case for the undeniable power of Art & Culture to shape lives, build communities, and drive local and global economies. Each episode features real stories, in-depth conversations with artists, leaders, and changemakers, and expert insights into how creative expression fuels education, mental health, tourism, civic pride, and more. And it doesn’t stop there: From backstage to boardroom to ballot box, Culture Under Fire champions the policies, funding, and public support needed to sustain creative communities. Tune in to explore why The Arts Matter now more than ever.

Publisher

Arts Garage

Category

society & culture

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

20 Aug 2025

Latest episode

27 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

30 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   27 Oct 2026

   Episode 29: The Set: History, Culture, and Community in Delray Beach

   Marjorie Waldo is joined by Chuck Ridley, Vice Mayor Angela Burns and Yvonne Odom for a conversation about the history, culture, and community of The Set in Delray Beach. Once designated as the city’s “Negro Settlement,” The Set has grown into a vibrant, multi-generational community with deep cultural roots. This episode explores how art, storytelling, and shared history continue to shape its identity while residents work to preserve the character and legacy of the neighborhood.

2. 

   13 Oct 2026

   Episode 28: What Happens to Arts Funding When Local Revenue Changes?

   Marjorie Waldo is joined by Jennifer Sullivan, Senior Vice President at the Cultural Council for Palm Beach County, to discuss the relationship between local government support and the sustainability of arts and culture. The conversation examines property tax concerns, the potential effects of Amendment 3 on arts funding, and why public investment plays an important role in supporting cultural organizations and the communities they serve.

3. 

   22 Sept 2026

   Episode 27: Behind the Walls: The Art and Impact of Curation

   Marjorie Waldo is joined by Marusca Gatto, Cultural Arts Director at the DDA and curator of the Cornell Museum, and Grace Gdaniec, Program Director at Arts Warehouse, for a discussion on the role of curation in the arts ecosystem. The episode explores how curatorial decisions impact artists, shape audience experience, and bring cultural spaces to life within the community.

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Spotify

5.0 / 5

6 ratings

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