This podcast is about the journey of visionaries from the inside out. Vision comes from the soul, and on this platform we explore the experiences that inform their work.
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On this episode of the Visionary Sanctum Podcast, we have special guest Sam Thousand. He is a Musician, Artist Advocate, and Tech Founder of the Chibrations App.
During this conversation we gain insight on the journey that inspired the founding of his artist platform ChiBrations. ChiBrations is an artist-led media platform designed to celebrate and centralize performing artists of Greater Chicago. They prioritize communities of color and partner with creatives of all types. Their mission is to leverage technology to inspire collaboration, and explore socio-economic and creative solutions for our collective self.
To engage with ChiBrations, you can download their app in the App Store. You can also follow the ChiBrations instagram @chi_brations to stay up to date on the latest events. Follow the founder Sam Thousand @samthousand.
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Credits
Director/Producer: Angelica Pierson
DP: Ethan Solomon @_ethan_solomon
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10 Mar 2026
EP 15: Rise of Le Mystique
This episode is a piece of about my journey as a woman who was once invisible, rising to the forefront. We still have a way to go, but we are positioned on the brink of something spectacular.
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4 Feb 2026
EP 14: The Coexistence of Joy and Oppression
During this episode I discuss the coexistence of joy and oppression, as we live through unprecedented times. Joy is an active form of resistance for oppressed people. Folks who are marginalized have to make life work in spite of our circumstances. In this case, making life work, looks like finding joy in the margins. Follow Us on IG at VisionarySanctum for more info and events.
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13 Jan 2026
EP 13: The Hiatus
This episode is about the personal growth that experienced throughout my nearly 2 month break. I’m back, and refreshed. During my break from the podcast, I worked a lot of hours, and had a lot of time to reflect on what I want for the new year while on the clock. In this episode I talk about passion, growth, creating opportunity for yourself, and how visionary sanctum will be establishing it’s self IRL this year.
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12 Nov 2025
Ep 12: Locked In, I Guess
In this episode I give a bit of a life update, and the truth is, I don’t really know what’s going on, but I’m locked in I guess.
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30 Oct 2025
EP 11: Martell the Middle Man
Meet our Community Visionary, Martell Collins. He is doing a lot great things here in Chicago. Working as Peace Campus Coordinator, an Executive Director for his own not-for-profit, and Consultant. He is the middle man between the people and the resources. Not only does help folks with access to resources, he teaches people how to fish for their own. Helping to building thriving and sustainable communities one day at a time.
Martell’s Non-Profit: Wood Street Collective
Urban Farm: 6234 S Wolcott Ave, Chicago, IL
Book Store: 4591 S Archer Ave, Chicago, IL
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21 Oct 2025
Ep 10: Raided
In this episode I discuss my experience here in Chicago as ICE makes there way through black and brown communities. I get into the mental, and emotional toll it has taken on myself, and my community. Even within the struggle I have found purpose, and talk about how I plan to move forward during times like this.
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30 Sept 2025
Ep 9: The Essence of Her Eye
Meet our community artist, Essence Richardson. She is a multidisciplinary artist, most known for her photography. An incredible working artist with a focus in Community Archival, and it shows. She’s been featured in the 55th annual Black Creativity Juried Art Exhibition, teaches photography workshops with The Darkroom Chicago, she’s the photographer for the South Loop Farmer’s Market, and does a lot of the photography for Healthy Hood Chicago. In this episode we get to learn about the experience that shaped the Essence that we see today.
Directed, Produced, Edited by Angelica Grace
The video episode can be found a youtube.
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17 Sept 2025
Ep 8: Director's Cut
In this episode, I discuss the politics of self, and the political stance behind this platform. I also go in depth about my experience after Directing, Producing, and Editing my first short documentary, and the creative expansion that has followed. Check out the previous episode to see the documentary.
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3 Sept 2025
Ep 7: The Sunroom with Chris White
On today’s episode we have a very special guest. Chris White is one of the Visionaries in our community, and in this episode we get to learn about him from his very own Sanctum. Throughout this interview Chris walks us through his journey as an artist. From Dallas to DC to Chicago, Chris gives us intimate insight into his evolution. With a strong passion for community, wellness, art, and advocacy, Chris is a living example of what it means to be the change you want to see in the world.
This episode is documentary. For the is visual experience, check this episode out on youtube.
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25 Aug 2025
Visionary Sanctum Ep 6: Haters Have an Eye for Greatness
In this episode I talk about my life after deleting tiktok, making art for yourself, haters, finding peace, and the complexity of human nature.
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4 Aug 2025
Visionary Sanctum Ep 5: New Beginning, Being in Alignment with the Art, and Expanding New Boundaries
In this episode, I discuss, new beginnings with my creative career, being in alignment with the art, expanding new boundaries in relationships, and how execution is the key to abundance. You can listen to the episode on Spotify, Apple Music, and Substack. Stay connected on instagram @VisionarySanctum.
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14 Jul 2025
June Owes Me Nothing
In this episode, I discuss my great experience during the month of June. I talk about creative expansion, community growth, and the inspiration that lead to a stronger creative identity. We also dive into silence, anxiety, and how they are connected to creative, and personal development. We also get into partnership, and my experience navigating dating as a late bloomer. Finally we close out with some updates about the expansion of Visionary Sanctum IRL, and the future of our community.
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30 Jun 2025
Prioritizing Myself, Touching Grass, Artist Development, and Healthier Relationships with Men
Check out my podcast about self exploration. Experience life with me from behind the scenes. Together we go on a journey of my recent experiences, and how they have helped me grow. Listen, and let’s grow together.
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12 Jun 2025
Pleasure, Being Present, and Re-Entering Society After Healing Alone
In this podcast, I discuss my experience living a life led by pleasure, re-entering society after working on myself in isolation, and the power of being present. If you made it to the end of the pod, share with the community your experiences surrounding healing, pleasure, and being where your feet are.
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30 May 2025
Visionary Sanctum Podcast: Ep 1
This episode is an intro to the journey that we are going on together. Start off by getting to know me, the creator. If the story resonates with you, come along for the ride.
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