https://www.spreaker.com/show/soft-revolutionenPerforming ArtsCopyright Ali Momenhttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/938cceabc7a8ed23929d45fa86fef34e.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/show/soft-revolutionFri, 04 Aug 2023 13:38:09 +0000Ali MomenAli Momensoftrevcast@gmail.comThe intersection of art, culture and politics. Hosted by Torquil Campbell and Ali Momen. Each week Torquil and Ali get together with fellow musicians, actors, and artists to discuss the latest in the world of art, society, culture, and politics. The...yesepisodichttps://www.spreaker.com/user/17280872/all-bark-no-biteEFFIN' BIRDS]]>ef4476ac-03e5-46bf-848b-1b204a01bebcFri, 07 Apr 2023 11:00:00 +0000Ali MomenStrikes everywhere. There's one job AI can replace and that's a politician.  Speaking of "politicians", Trump is indicted...now what?Thanks, as always, to  https://www.effinbirds.comEFFIN' BIRDS]]>4513yes110fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/17280872/jenny-oh-jenny-feat-jennifer-lenaWWW.EFFINBIRDS.COM]]>f362bde7-0c7b-43ea-83b2-8ae7c70747c5Sat, 18 Mar 2023 11:00:00 +0000Ali MomenThe Jennifer C. Lena joins the pod to discuss her insights of the last five years, how AI is like spell check on steroids,  how nationalization might be the key to solving our woes, and Ali wonders, "where was our hazard pay?"THANKS AS ALWAYS TO...WWW.EFFINBIRDS.COM]]>5101yes109fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/17280872/just-gotta-riff-feat-chilly-gonzalesEFFIN BIRDS]]>cb5df8d5-2cee-4cdb-81a7-70d10d42576fTue, 31 Jan 2023 11:00:00 +0000Ali MomenLast week we received an email from our European correspondent Chilly Gonzales demanding to address Torquil's insane desire to kill all the robots. Well, here he is in all his glory.Forever thanks to our sponsor https://www.effinbirds.comEFFIN BIRDS]]>4051yes108fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/17280872/im-a-racist-against-robots-feat-david-maDavid Maggs of the Metcalf Foundation to discuss his recent report, "Art and the World After This." David delves into the ways in which the pandemic has affected the art world, both in terms of the financial struggles of artists and institutions, as well as the shift towards digital and online mediums. He also touches on the importance of supporting artists and arts organizations in the recovery process, and the potential for a more equitable and inclusive art ecosystem in the future. Tune in for a thought-provoking conversation on the state of art post-pandemic. Read David's report here.BTW, that summary was generated by AI and ChatGPT which Torquil is looking to destroy. Thank you, as always, to our incredible sponsor EFFIN' BIRDS    ]]>953179ac-6470-4cc4-8db6-f6f9d7c8bb2eMon, 16 Jan 2023 12:00:00 +0000Ali MomenIn this episode, we sit down with https://metcalffoundation.com/david-maggs-fellow-on-arts-and-society/#:~:text=David%20Maggs%20Biography&text=A%20student%20of%20Jane%20Coop,reality%20and%20virtual%20reality%20projects. of the Metcalf Foundation...David Maggs of the Metcalf Foundation to discuss his recent report, "Art and the World After This." David delves into the ways in which the pandemic has affected the art world, both in terms of the financial struggles of artists and institutions, as well as the shift towards digital and online mediums. He also touches on the importance of supporting artists and arts organizations in the recovery process, and the potential for a more equitable and inclusive art ecosystem in the future. Tune in for a thought-provoking conversation on the state of art post-pandemic. Read David's report here.BTW, that summary was generated by AI and ChatGPT which Torquil is looking to destroy. Thank you, as always, to our incredible sponsor EFFIN' BIRDS    ]]>6597art,bands,chatgpt,metcalf foundation,music,stars,theater,theatreyes107fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/17280872/into-the-metaverse-feat-michael-wheelerJOIN OUR PATREON TO GET EXCLUSIVE VIDEO OF OUR DISCUSSION - $3/MTHPICKS:Yet You Go On - Marker StarlingThanks to our season sponsor Effin' Birds]]>7eaad19b-da34-451c-ac4a-dd1bc1bf9678Sun, 20 Nov 2022 12:00:00 +0000Ali MomenMichael Wheeler of the SpiderWebShow joins to discuss how technology and theatre intersect.  But first: Swifties battle the Ticketmaster monopoly, the mid-terms were not as expected, and Elon is up to something at Twitter...JOIN OUR PATREON TO GET EXCLUSIVE VIDEO OF OUR DISCUSSION - $3/MTHPICKS:Yet You Go On - Marker StarlingThanks to our season sponsor Effin' Birds]]>5473art,elon musk,mid-terms,news,politics,taylor swift,theatre,ticketmaster,twitteryes106fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/17280872/lack-of-a-moral-compasswww.compassactorsfund.comOther topics : Torq thinks throwing oil on Van Gogh is amazing while Ali thinks it's merely a first draft, and what to do when we get so caught up in identity politics and Doug Ford actually does big things?LINKS :Actors say Toronto talent agency Compass owes them more than $230,000 for work - The Globe and MailPICKS :CTRL by SZALydia PersaudTHANKS TO EFFIN' BIRDS! ]]>4172c8bc-58ef-466f-a897-482d2c16b52fWed, 26 Oct 2022 11:00:00 +0000Ali MomenCompass Artist Management has stopped paying their clients to the tune of over $500k and it's time we step up and change the system. Please help these affected artists at https://www.compassactorsfund.comOther topics : Torq thinks throwing oil on Van...www.compassactorsfund.comOther topics : Torq thinks throwing oil on Van Gogh is amazing while Ali thinks it's merely a first draft, and what to do when we get so caught up in identity politics and Doug Ford actually does big things?LINKS :Actors say Toronto talent agency Compass owes them more than $230,000 for work - The Globe and MailPICKS :CTRL by SZALydia PersaudTHANKS TO EFFIN' BIRDS! ]]>3932yes105fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/17280872/brush-up-your-farsi-feat-tara-grammyCoup 53Mahmoud by Tara GrammyGoogoosh - PolPersepolisThanks as always to Effin' Birds! - https://www.effinbirds.com #mahsaamini]]>3119255c-2f66-4048-87c4-e5e2e00833d2Sun, 09 Oct 2022 01:44:53 +0000Ali MomenActor, writer, producer, and activist Tara Grammy joins the pod to discuss the ongoing major protests in Iran. But first - Ali has an idea to massively increase voter turnout, Torq thinks it's time to Cancel Kanye, and Bros. flops! LINKS and PICKS...Coup 53Mahmoud by Tara GrammyGoogoosh - PolPersepolisThanks as always to Effin' Birds! - https://www.effinbirds.com #mahsaamini]]>5480arts,billy eichner,bros,iran,kanye west,mahsa,mahsa amini,politics,tara grammy,theatreyes104fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/17280872/mahogany-and-ivoryJOIN OUR PATREON - EARLY ACCESS - BONUS CONTENTLINKS:Shame on Justin Trudeau for belting out Bohemian Rhapsody. Shame on us for joining in - The Toronto StarApple Shot an Oscar Contender Starring Will Smith. That Was Before the Slap. - The New York TimesPICKS:John Coltrane - Blue Train (Remastered)Donate to the Coal Mine TheatreThanks to EFFIN' BIRDS!]]>b477ccae-15d8-4839-8007-661c3e82bfb0Thu, 22 Sep 2022 11:00:00 +0000Ali MomenThe Queen is dead. Trudeau is a little pitchy. Apple has a maybe-Oscar winner with Will Smith and they don't know what to do about...JOIN OUR PATREON - EARLY ACCESS - BONUS CONTENTLINKS:Shame on Justin Trudeau for belting out Bohemian Rhapsody. Shame on us for joining in - The Toronto StarApple Shot an Oscar Contender Starring Will Smith. That Was Before the Slap. - The New York TimesPICKS:John Coltrane - Blue Train (Remastered)Donate to the Coal Mine TheatreThanks to EFFIN' BIRDS!]]>4538come from away,the queen,trudeau,will smithyes103fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/17280872/arcade-dumpster-fireJOIN OUR PATREON - $3/MTH - EARLY ACCESS - SPECIAL CONTENTLINKS :Live Performance Is Back. But Audiences Have Been Slow to Return.Arcade Fire’s Win Butler Accused of Sexual Misconduct by Multiple Women; Frontman RespondsSPONSORS :Effin' BirdsCrow's Theatre]]>9fa1f6ed-df76-4415-a36c-78e7da19c6cfTue, 06 Sep 2022 11:00:00 +0000Ali Momen- Torq visits England and as usual, has thoughts.  - Audiences won't go to your show if you make it kinda a bummer.- Arcade Fire's Win Butler is accused of multiple instances of sexual misconduct, and Feist leaves the tour.  - WTF is...JOIN OUR PATREON - $3/MTH - EARLY ACCESS - SPECIAL CONTENTLINKS :Live Performance Is Back. But Audiences Have Been Slow to Return.Arcade Fire’s Win Butler Accused of Sexual Misconduct by Multiple Women; Frontman RespondsSPONSORS :Effin' BirdsCrow's Theatre]]>4904',arcade fire,theater,theatre,win butleryes102fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/17280872/sometimes-i-just-wanna-watch-90-day-fianSUBSCRIBE TO OUR PATREON FOR EARLY ACCESS - JUST $3/MTH PICKSOn Tyranny - Timothy Snyder Steve LacyThanks to Effin' Birds and Crow's Theatre ]]>070ba7b6-a2dc-4324-8c8a-2112a824d0c2Wed, 17 Aug 2022 12:00:00 +0000Ali MomenKevin Vidal, star of Workin' Moms and Strays joins the pod to discuss what comedy does for his soul, and how to be funny in this current age.  But first, Torq and Ali discuss Trumps impending indictment, the brutal attack on Salman Rushdie, and...SUBSCRIBE TO OUR PATREON FOR EARLY ACCESS - JUST $3/MTH PICKSOn Tyranny - Timothy Snyder Steve LacyThanks to Effin' Birds and Crow's Theatre ]]>4821arts,auditions,canada,politics,star,stars,strays,theatre,trump,tv,workin' momsyes101fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/17280872/warning-its-an-algorithmb64d760c-3438-4111-9c7e-d7fd18e0148dSun, 24 Jul 2022 15:04:29 +0000Ali Momen1. Why is the New York Times trying to ruin your summer?2. Oh, critics.3. It's like Star Wars and we gotta be the Jedi.4. The new season of Serial is playing at CongressWATCH THE VIDEO VERSION OF THE PODCAST HERE - https://youtu.be/F_eq-EePIFgSoft...3763broadway,canadian theatre,politics,pop,stars,theatre,trumpyes100fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/17280872/white-people-cosplayCurbside ConcertsBen l'Oncle SoulTHANKS:Effin' BirdsCrow's Theatre]]>85b6b186-11df-48c0-b404-6e2922af9784Wed, 13 Jul 2022 13:31:05 +0000Ali MomenBojo is out, Rogers is down, and we have thoughts.PICKS:https://www.curbsideconcerts.cahttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e2OS_ZMxj5cTHANKS:https://www.effinbirds.comhttps://www.crowstheatre.comCurbside ConcertsBen l'Oncle SoulTHANKS:Effin' BirdsCrow's Theatre]]>3954yes99fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/17280872/its-just-the-states-of-america-feat-stepStephen Marche rejoins the pod to discuss his book The Next Civil War - Dispatches from an American Future, whether Roe's overturning is indeed the catalyst for another civil war, and how Canada can inoculate itself from it all.WATCH THE VIDEO INTERVIEW HEREPICKS :The Story of a Canceled Teen - New York MagazineSPONSORS :Effin' BirdsCrow's Theatre ]]>03dcf184-decf-46c1-8416-4352007ad1d7Wed, 29 Jun 2022 10:00:00 +0000Ali Momenhttps://twitter.com/StephenMarche rejoins the pod to discuss his book https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/The-Next-Civil-War/Stephen-Marche/9781982123215, whether Roe's overturning is indeed the catalyst for another civil war, and how Canada can...Stephen Marche rejoins the pod to discuss his book The Next Civil War - Dispatches from an American Future, whether Roe's overturning is indeed the catalyst for another civil war, and how Canada can inoculate itself from it all.WATCH THE VIDEO INTERVIEW HEREPICKS :The Story of a Canceled Teen - New York MagazineSPONSORS :Effin' BirdsCrow's Theatre ]]>5081arts,civil war,next civil war,politics,stephen marcheyes98fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/17280872/i-no-longer-leave-my-heart-in-san-franciJOIN OUR PATREON - $3/MTH - PROCEEDS TO THE AFCThanks to our sponsors :EFFIN' BIRDSCROW'S THEATRE ]]>30eaa4bb-a96d-44d8-88f6-ce58e47f87f1Tue, 21 Jun 2022 11:00:00 +0000Ali MomenTorq is back from tour and he has "thoughts". Also, after two years, the questions is finally asked, "is capitalism inherently evil?"https://www.patreon.com/softrevolutionThanks to our sponsors :https://www.effinbirds.comhttps://www.crowstheatre.com JOIN OUR PATREON - $3/MTH - PROCEEDS TO THE AFCThanks to our sponsors :EFFIN' BIRDSCROW'S THEATRE ]]>4574yes97fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/17280872/the-progressive-way-through-feat-aj-mawa0d79201b-1a3c-4b05-b822-5521676058feThu, 09 Jun 2022 18:50:59 +0000Ali MomenAfter the dismal performance of progressives in June 2nd's Ontario provincial election, Ali sits down to talk the future of the progressive movement with AJ Mawani, Sr. Manager, Communications for Mitzie Hunter, one of the 8 Ontario Liberal MPPs who...2693yesbonushttps://www.spreaker.com/user/17280872/strategic-podcastinghttps://www.crowstheatre.com]]>84a66955-d948-4ed8-a5c4-0c2e73c5eff4Thu, 26 May 2022 18:52:42 +0000Ali MomenAnother massacre involving children. What ever are we going to do?Then, a conversation about the merits and perils of strategic voting with a cameo by the great Michael Healey.THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS:Effin' Birds - https://www.effinbirds.comCrow's...https://www.crowstheatre.com]]>4497yes96fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/17280872/airplane-mode-feat-lucy-ellis-and-naomi-EFFIN' BIRDSCROW'S THEATRE]]>beb242f6-c51e-412e-8bb0-5e02b3520ca8Tue, 17 May 2022 11:00:00 +0000Ali MomenRecent George Brown Theatre School graduates Lucy Ellis and Naomi Jijina join the pod to discuss their wild and revelatory journey going through theatre school during a pandemic. First, Ali and Torq discuss Kendrick's incredible new album, how it...EFFIN' BIRDSCROW'S THEATRE]]>4647yes95fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/17280872/i-believe-in-art-feat-alanna-mitchellMichael Healey's new podcast - "Just One More" Thanks to our sponsors EFFIN' BIRDS and CROW'S THEATRE]]>87535b58-a2b5-4e74-8ba8-cd68c1286f34Tue, 03 May 2022 11:00:00 +0000Ali MomenJournalist, author and theatre-maker Alanna Mitchell (https://alannamitchell.com) on how from the depths of the climate crisis there is profound hope.  Plus, will the affordability crisis make hobbyist artists of us all? PICKS:Severance - Apple...Michael Healey's new podcast - "Just One More" Thanks to our sponsors EFFIN' BIRDS and CROW'S THEATRE]]>5246yes94fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/17280872/we-may-be-old-but-were-good-feat-sarah-sJOIN OUR PATREON - $3/MTH - PROCEEDS TOWARDS THE AFCLINKS : A Brooklyn theater space wants to be the “Netflix for Live Performance”Faster Than Sound: Inside a Competition to Become Musician-in-Residence at a Luxury Apartment ComplexWoman with chemical sensitivities chose medically-assisted death after failed bid to get better housingPICKS :Advice Not Given : A Guide to Getting Over Yourself - Mark EpsteinSyd - Fast CarSPONSORS :Effin' BirdsCrow's Theatre]]>070e19bb-9d5e-47fd-a728-d087f54869ecTue, 19 Apr 2022 11:00:00 +0000Ali MomenPolymath Sarah Slean joins the pod to discuss artistic longevity in an impermanent world and all these past two years have taught there. But first, a new segment called, "Rapid Fire with Ali Momen" where Torq throws a bunch of topics to get Ali's...JOIN OUR PATREON - $3/MTH - PROCEEDS TOWARDS THE AFCLINKS : A Brooklyn theater space wants to be the “Netflix for Live Performance”Faster Than Sound: Inside a Competition to Become Musician-in-Residence at a Luxury Apartment ComplexWoman with chemical sensitivities chose medically-assisted death after failed bid to get better housingPICKS :Advice Not Given : A Guide to Getting Over Yourself - Mark EpsteinSyd - Fast CarSPONSORS :Effin' BirdsCrow's Theatre]]>5587yes93fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/17280872/stop-playing-dartsWHY THE PAST 10 YEARS OF AMERICAN LIFE HAVE BEEN UNIQUELY STUPID). Also, Torq really dislikes Elon Musk.PICKS:British Horror Story - NetflixAldous Harding - NPR Tiny DeskThanks to Effin' Birds and Crow's Theatre ]]>f9d98a26-6c24-472d-9af8-6acba5e4866bWed, 13 Apr 2022 17:51:11 +0000Ali MomenHopefully our final conversation on COVID arguing an end to hysteria and that going forward we should accommodate the immunocompromised in the arts sector and a discussion on Jonathan Haidt's article in the Atlantic...WHY THE PAST 10 YEARS OF AMERICAN LIFE HAVE BEEN UNIQUELY STUPID). Also, Torq really dislikes Elon Musk.PICKS:British Horror Story - NetflixAldous Harding - NPR Tiny DeskThanks to Effin' Birds and Crow's Theatre ]]>4218yes92fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/17280872/were-broke-help-feat-tim-zieglerNew York Magazine: The Complicated Evolution of RosalíaU.N. report outlines possible solutions for climate change and its societal impactPICKS:Kevin Garrett - RefuseNight Boat to Tangier - Kevin BarryTHANKS TO OUR SPONSORS :Effin' Birds - Check out NFTS.bsCrows Theatre]]>3b3678ea-15e3-449e-be9e-3999e628e9f9Tue, 05 Apr 2022 11:00:00 +0000Ali MomenFinancial guru Tim Ziegler with big advice on how to manage your finances and how the most important investment you can make as an artist isn't what you think it is.First, a big conversation on appropriation in art, and how sustainable art has huge...New York Magazine: The Complicated Evolution of RosalíaU.N. report outlines possible solutions for climate change and its societal impactPICKS:Kevin Garrett - RefuseNight Boat to Tangier - Kevin BarryTHANKS TO OUR SPONSORS :Effin' Birds - Check out NFTS.bsCrows Theatre]]>5088yes91fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/17280872/a-summer-of-slaps-feat-jennifer-lenaWinter on Fire - Ukraine's Fight for FreedomRosalia - MotomamiKim's Convenience (the play)Ai No Corrido - Quincy Jones THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS :EFFIN' BIRDSCROW'S THEATRE]]>dc3617a6-4f53-4a11-b8b6-35829c73967bWed, 30 Mar 2022 10:00:00 +0000Ali MomenUS correspondent Jennifer Lena joins the pod to chat The Oscars debacle, Marina Abramovic's fundraiser in support of Ukraine, and how loss has permeated our existence and how we move past...Winter on Fire - Ukraine's Fight for FreedomRosalia - MotomamiKim's Convenience (the play)Ai No Corrido - Quincy Jones THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS :EFFIN' BIRDSCROW'S THEATRE]]>5494yes90fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/17280872/throw-that-record-out-the-window-feat-miMichael Barclay has a new book coming about the incredible Canadian music scene from the early 2000's and he joins us to talk about it.PICKS:BeansOmar Apollo feat. Daniel Caesar - InvincibleTHANKS TO OUR SPONSORS:Effin' BirdsCrow's Theatre]]>e9925730-1e41-49d8-9e80-25e3ec65ce91Tue, 15 Mar 2022 10:00:00 +0000Ali MomenMusic journalist and writer extraordinaire https://twitter.com/mmmbarclay?lang=en has a new book coming about the incredible Canadian music scene from the early 2000's and he joins us to talk about...Michael Barclay has a new book coming about the incredible Canadian music scene from the early 2000's and he joins us to talk about it.PICKS:BeansOmar Apollo feat. Daniel Caesar - InvincibleTHANKS TO OUR SPONSORS:Effin' BirdsCrow's Theatre]]>5543yes89fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/17280872/dyido-says-feat-andrew-kushnirhttps://www.redcross.ca'Come Back Alive' through Save Life in Ukraine charity -- for auxiliary equipment, software, drones, personal protective gear: https://www.comebackalive.in.uaNational Bank of Ukraine (NBU) to support the Ukrainian armed forces: https://bank.gov.ua/en/news/all/natsionalniy-bank-vidkriv-spetsrahunok-dlya-zboru-koshtiv-na-potrebi-armiyi Canada-Ukraine Foundation in partnership with the Ukrainian Canadian Congress for humanitarian aid: https://www.cufoundation.caThe Kyiv Independent -- a reliable media outlet covering from the ground: https://www.gofundme.com/f/kyivindependent-launchTo help LGBTQ Ukrainians, through the Ukrainian org Gender Z: https://genderz.org.ua/donate-to-support-lgbt-ukrainians/Through Munich Kyiv Queer: https://munichkyivqueer.org/13585/donate-for-lgbtiq-in-ukraine/LINKS:My love for the giant that is Ukraine - Andrew Kushnir in Maclean'sPICKS:The art of Maria PrimachenkoMos Def - Umi SaysTHANKS TO OUR SPONSORS:Effin' BirdsCrow's Theatre]]>b7b95580-bd02-4f2e-8ba6-00f2cd075174Tue, 01 Mar 2022 11:00:00 +0000Ali MomenPlaywright, actor, and artistic director Andrew Kushnir sheds a personal light on the war in Ukraine.NOTE : This episode was recorded hours before it was announced that Canada would halt oil imports from Russia. HOW TO HELPCanada Red Cross. Feds are...https://www.redcross.ca'Come Back Alive' through Save Life in Ukraine charity -- for auxiliary equipment, software, drones, personal protective gear: https://www.comebackalive.in.uaNational Bank of Ukraine (NBU) to support the Ukrainian armed forces: https://bank.gov.ua/en/news/all/natsionalniy-bank-vidkriv-spetsrahunok-dlya-zboru-koshtiv-na-potrebi-armiyi Canada-Ukraine Foundation in partnership with the Ukrainian Canadian Congress for humanitarian aid: https://www.cufoundation.caThe Kyiv Independent -- a reliable media outlet covering from the ground: https://www.gofundme.com/f/kyivindependent-launchTo help LGBTQ Ukrainians, through the Ukrainian org Gender Z: https://genderz.org.ua/donate-to-support-lgbt-ukrainians/Through Munich Kyiv Queer: https://munichkyivqueer.org/13585/donate-for-lgbtiq-in-ukraine/LINKS:My love for the giant that is Ukraine - Andrew Kushnir in Maclean'sPICKS:The art of Maria PrimachenkoMos Def - Umi SaysTHANKS TO OUR SPONSORS:Effin' BirdsCrow's Theatre]]>4734yes88fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/17280872/sorry-about-your-wordleEffin' Birds and Crow's TheatreLINKS:HOW FACEBOOK TWISTED CANADA’S TRUCKER CONVOY INTO AN INTERNATIONAL MOVEMENT - The VergePICKS:The SadiesHBO film on Frederick Douglass uses his words to challenge today]]>75821fde-dd99-4bd7-91b2-1070f3428115Wed, 23 Feb 2022 10:00:00 +0000Ali MomenJust us chickens on the futility of cancelling your New York Times subscription; Cosby, Jian, and the cult of personality; and a reminder that "'all you need is love.”Thanks to our sponsors : https://www.effinbirds.com/ and...Effin' Birds and Crow's TheatreLINKS:HOW FACEBOOK TWISTED CANADA’S TRUCKER CONVOY INTO AN INTERNATIONAL MOVEMENT - The VergePICKS:The SadiesHBO film on Frederick Douglass uses his words to challenge today]]>4452yes87fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/17280872/the-welcome-mat-feat-sean-devineThe rap star of Karachi: ‘My veil cannot take away the talent I haveCHRIS HEDGES: MASS POLITICS MUST BE ROOTED IN CLASS STRUGGLEThanks to our sponsors Effin' Birds and Crow's Theatre!]]>94ce597c-b423-4b33-a4f5-f5a309b38b28Tue, 15 Feb 2022 12:00:00 +0000Ali MomenArtist and activist Sean Devine (www.seandevine.ca) ventured into the streets of Ottawa to speak to some protestors and he joins the pod to share his insights. LINKS...The rap star of Karachi: ‘My veil cannot take away the talent I haveCHRIS HEDGES: MASS POLITICS MUST BE ROOTED IN CLASS STRUGGLEThanks to our sponsors Effin' Birds and Crow's Theatre!]]>5108yes86fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/17280872/i-love-you-torq-happy-valentines-day-feaEffin' Birds and Crow's Theatre]]>7de6b80b-7aab-4b0e-9333-dc9a88a8579fWed, 09 Feb 2022 18:02:38 +0000Ali MomenIt was almost two years in the making, but finally, Artistic Director of Crow's Theatre, Chris Abraham joins the pod to discuss his show 'Assembly', life in Lithunia, polarization, and how to be a father and a husband while being an artist.Thanks to...Effin' Birds and Crow's Theatre]]>4765yes85fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/17280872/ryan-reynolds-needs-a-nap-feat-diana-fraSubscribe to the Canadian Star System podcastPICKS : Telefis - Falun Gong DancerThe Afterparty - AppleTV+DIANA AND STEVE'S PICKS:The Town Pants:
Website: https://thetownpants.com/
Insta: @thetownpantsJohanna Sö
Website: https://joso.world/
Insta: johannasomusicMatt O'Brien:
Twitter: @matt_obrien
Insta: @MattOBrienJulia Hladkowicz:
Website: https://www.juliacomedy.com/
Twitter: @juliacomedy
Insta: @juliadcomedyTheir podcast as a couple:
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/is-this-what-you-want/id1486971197?fbclid=IwAR1BDneURId3K7xYPLThanks to Effin' Birds and Crow's Theatre]]>a8e8fe73-80fe-4c9a-acfa-9d66390b6306Wed, 02 Feb 2022 12:00:00 +0000Ali MomenDiana Frances and Steve Patterson join to discuss their podcast The Canadian Star System and how we can create a system of success in Canada.First, an update on Joe Rogan and Spotify, and sadly…The...Subscribe to the Canadian Star System podcastPICKS : Telefis - Falun Gong DancerThe Afterparty - AppleTV+DIANA AND STEVE'S PICKS:The Town Pants:
Website: https://thetownpants.com/
Insta: @thetownpantsJohanna Sö
Website: https://joso.world/
Insta: johannasomusicMatt O'Brien:
Twitter: @matt_obrien
Insta: @MattOBrienJulia Hladkowicz:
Website: https://www.juliacomedy.com/
Twitter: @juliacomedy
Insta: @juliadcomedyTheir podcast as a couple:
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/is-this-what-you-want/id1486971197?fbclid=IwAR1BDneURId3K7xYPLThanks to Effin' Birds and Crow's Theatre]]>5786yes84fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/17280872/where-do-we-beginJOIN OUR PATREON - EARLY ACCESS - PROCEEDS TO THE AFCLINKS:Why Spotify can’t afford to lose Joe Rogan - The VergeWith Some Voters ‘Ready to Move On,’ Democrats Search for New Message on Virus - New York TimesTaylor Swift to Damon Albarn: “It’s Really Fucked Up to Try and Discredit My Writing” - PitchforkPICKS :D'Angelo and The Vanguard - Black MessiahW1A on the BBCThank you to EFFIN' BIRDS and CROW'S THEATRE]]>132f27c0-917a-4068-868e-f3bd12e63514Fri, 28 Jan 2022 14:21:21 +0000Ali MomenJust us chickens running the gamut on the news of the week including Neil Young and Spotify, Democrats' loss of support approaching the midterms, Boris Johnson's partying, and Taylor Swift being simply too rich to have to...JOIN OUR PATREON - EARLY ACCESS - PROCEEDS TO THE AFCLINKS:Why Spotify can’t afford to lose Joe Rogan - The VergeWith Some Voters ‘Ready to Move On,’ Democrats Search for New Message on Virus - New York TimesTaylor Swift to Damon Albarn: “It’s Really Fucked Up to Try and Discredit My Writing” - PitchforkPICKS :D'Angelo and The Vanguard - Black MessiahW1A on the BBCThank you to EFFIN' BIRDS and CROW'S THEATRE]]>3740yes83fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/17280872/back-with-our-european-correspondent-feaDavid Brooks: America is falling apart at the seamsPICKS:Anais Mitchell - HadestownSPONSORS :Thank you to Effin' Birds and Crow's Theatre ]]>3a96dd41-f94b-48c9-918b-255df34602bbTue, 18 Jan 2022 12:00:00 +0000Ali MomenMusical genius and Soft Revolution's European Correspondent, Chilly Gonzales is back with his take on the future of cities, finding true independence as an artist and whether or not he will join Cameo.LINKS...David Brooks: America is falling apart at the seamsPICKS:Anais Mitchell - HadestownSPONSORS :Thank you to Effin' Birds and Crow's Theatre ]]>5234broadway,chilly gonzales,stars,torquil campbellyes82fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/17280872/i-am-not-defined-by-last-weeks-episode-f "Arbitrary shutdowns show that most Canadian leaders don’t value artists."First, Torq and Ali respond to some incredible listener mail and celebrate the end of The Golden Globes.PICKS :Age of Enlightenment 2.0 by Joseph HeathKosemura : MercySPONSORS and HOW YOU CAN SUPPORT:Thank you to Effin' Birds for sponsoring Soft Revolution.JOIN OUR PATREON - Early Access, bonus content and proceeds to the AFC - $4/month]]>95c04839-6b93-4c39-8ffa-4d7b0728a52bTue, 11 Jan 2022 21:54:42 +0000Ali MomenKate Taylor of the Globe and Mail discusses her latest piece :https://www.theglobeandmail.com/arts/article-arbitrary-shutdowns-show-that-most-canadian-leaders-hold-little-value/First, Torq and Ali respond to some incredible listener mail and celebrate... "Arbitrary shutdowns show that most Canadian leaders don’t value artists."First, Torq and Ali respond to some incredible listener mail and celebrate the end of The Golden Globes.PICKS :Age of Enlightenment 2.0 by Joseph HeathKosemura : MercySPONSORS and HOW YOU CAN SUPPORT:Thank you to Effin' Birds for sponsoring Soft Revolution.JOIN OUR PATREON - Early Access, bonus content and proceeds to the AFC - $4/month]]>4093yes81fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/17280872/working-rock-musician-feat-michael-rubinTo avoid more closings like Toronto’s Come From Away, governments need to support Canada’s performing-arts sectorSpeaking Freely - Why I resigned from the Canadian Broadcasting CorporationPICKS :Max Richter's reimagining of Vivaldi's Four SeasonsThe Lost Daughter on NetflixSPONSORS and HOW YOU CAN SUPPORTThank you to Effin' Birds for sponsoring Soft Revolution.JOIN OUR PATREON - Early Access, bonus content and proceeds to the AFC - $3/mth]]>178b37e9-8b3c-43e6-a657-2f5f36ef4a5fThu, 06 Jan 2022 12:00:00 +0000Ali MomenCome From Away producer Michael Rubinoff joins the pod to discuss the show's closing in Toronto, why commercial theatre matters, and how government support could have saved the show. Also, in a panic-attack fuelled move, Torquil goes DaVinci.LINKS...To avoid more closings like Toronto’s Come From Away, governments need to support Canada’s performing-arts sectorSpeaking Freely - Why I resigned from the Canadian Broadcasting CorporationPICKS :Max Richter's reimagining of Vivaldi's Four SeasonsThe Lost Daughter on NetflixSPONSORS and HOW YOU CAN SUPPORTThank you to Effin' Birds for sponsoring Soft Revolution.JOIN OUR PATREON - Early Access, bonus content and proceeds to the AFC - $3/mth]]>5828come from awayyes80fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/17280872/the-end-of-the-pandemic-will-not-be-tele3df59e6e-576a-43a1-b421-36fcaca896dfTue, 21 Dec 2021 01:54:44 +0000Ali MomenA lot has happened since we got together last, and we were here to talk about it all. 4097yes79fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/17280872/ali-momen-hvac-expertJOIN OUR PATREON - EARLY ACCESS - PROCEEDS TO THE AFC - $3/MTHPICKS : Barbara Cook - No One Is AloneSPONSORS :Effin' BirdsInvest with Tim ZieglerCrow's Theatre]]>686ce6f6-67e4-49e5-a4c5-261b49569cf2Wed, 01 Dec 2021 12:00:00 +0000Ali MomenAli went to a Giveon concert and was shook, Torq rants again on the media, Stephen Sondheim is like Shakespeare, and don't be so hard on Yoko Ono.https://www.patreon.com/softrevolutionPICKS : Barbara Cook - No One Is AloneSPONSORS...JOIN OUR PATREON - EARLY ACCESS - PROCEEDS TO THE AFC - $3/MTHPICKS : Barbara Cook - No One Is AloneSPONSORS :Effin' BirdsInvest with Tim ZieglerCrow's Theatre]]>3314yes78fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/17280872/if-music-be-the-food-of-love-feat-zoranaJOIN OUR PATREON - $3/MTH - BONUS CONTENT - EARLY ACCESS - PROCEEDS TO THE AFCPICKS :In a Sentimental Mood - John Coltrane and Duke EllingtonSPONSORS :Effin' BirdsInvest with Tim ZieglerCrow's Theatre]]>e76fa88d-1c2b-43c0-90ec-1af0142c2c1fTue, 23 Nov 2021 12:00:00 +0000Ali MomenCreator and performer of MixTape, Zorana Sadiq joins the pod on how sound and music has been a protagonist in her life and how to be a better listener. https://www.patreon.com/softrevolutionPICKS :https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r594pxUjcz4SPONSORS...JOIN OUR PATREON - $3/MTH - BONUS CONTENT - EARLY ACCESS - PROCEEDS TO THE AFCPICKS :In a Sentimental Mood - John Coltrane and Duke EllingtonSPONSORS :Effin' BirdsInvest with Tim ZieglerCrow's Theatre]]>4957yes77fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/17280872/two-eyed-seeing-feat-david-suzuki-tara-cJOIN OUR PATREON - EARLY ACCESS - VIDEO INTERVIEWS - PROCEEDS TO THE AFCLINKS:What You Won't Do For Love - Why Not TheatreIf Remote Work Empties Downtowns, Can Theaters Fill Their Seats? - NY TimesPICKS:MixTape - by Zorana SadiqKacy Hill - Simple, Sweet, SmilingSPONSORS:Effin' BirdsInvest With Tim ZieglerCrow's Theatre ]]>5c981073-7180-4d20-8d70-41beb91f3052Tue, 16 Nov 2021 12:00:00 +0000Ali MomenThe cast and crew of What You Won't Do For Love by Why Not Theatre, including the inimitable power couple David Suzuki and Tara Cullis on their new foray as actors and how artists are key to solving the climate...JOIN OUR PATREON - EARLY ACCESS - VIDEO INTERVIEWS - PROCEEDS TO THE AFCLINKS:What You Won't Do For Love - Why Not TheatreIf Remote Work Empties Downtowns, Can Theaters Fill Their Seats? - NY TimesPICKS:MixTape - by Zorana SadiqKacy Hill - Simple, Sweet, SmilingSPONSORS:Effin' BirdsInvest With Tim ZieglerCrow's Theatre ]]>4294yes76fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/17280872/travis-scott-and-his-minionsTEMS - Ice TThe Alpinist - Marc Ande LeclercSPONSORS :Effin' BirdsInvest with Tim ZieglerCrow's Theatre ]]>df1628ae-52e7-4fbf-a6d1-a64e65a715aaTue, 09 Nov 2021 20:07:39 +0000Ali MomenIs 77.5% capacity the new 100%? A peak Torq-rant on the tragic disaster of Astroworld. What happened in Virginia and how we as  progressives must learn to share values, and to talk "to" and "with" and not "at" and "over".PICKS...TEMS - Ice TThe Alpinist - Marc Ande LeclercSPONSORS :Effin' BirdsInvest with Tim ZieglerCrow's Theatre ]]>4233art,stars,theatre,travis scottyes75fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/17280872/swallowing-the-alarm-clock-feat-liisa-reArtists for Real Climate ActionClimate Emergency UnitPICKS :A Marriage StoryWaters of March - Susannah McCorkleSPONSORS :Crow's TheatreEffin' BirdsInvest with Tim Ziegler]]>9b170575-eda0-4002-bd85-da7fee8ae081Tue, 02 Nov 2021 21:42:53 +0000Ali MomenActor extraordinaire and climate activist Liisa Repo-Martell on how her hope on combatting climate change springs from action. But first, the tragic shooting on the set of 'Rust', should there be more than one heritage minister in Canada, and how does...Artists for Real Climate ActionClimate Emergency UnitPICKS :A Marriage StoryWaters of March - Susannah McCorkleSPONSORS :Crow's TheatreEffin' BirdsInvest with Tim Ziegler]]>5127yes74fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/17280872/supply-chain-proofNetflix Co-CEO Says He ‘Screwed Up’ When Defending Dave Chappelle SpecialPICKS :Hundred Foot JourneyNoel Coward - Why Must The Show Go On?SPONSORS :Crow's Theatre Effin' BirdsInvest with Tim Ziegler]]>b132e2dd-54c8-44cb-a2fc-67d4b3ec2d6aFri, 22 Oct 2021 11:00:00 +0000Ali MomenBC's revival of Footloose!, a long follow-up on Dave Chapelle, will the not-for-profit theatre world become more humane and Torq hates the Macintosh.LINKS...Netflix Co-CEO Says He ‘Screwed Up’ When Defending Dave Chappelle SpecialPICKS :Hundred Foot JourneyNoel Coward - Why Must The Show Go On?SPONSORS :Crow's Theatre Effin' BirdsInvest with Tim Ziegler]]>3933yes73fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/17280872/life-is-a-piano-feat-james-smithBreakthrough infections might not be a big transmission risk. Here's the evidencePICKS :Follies in ConcertSPONSORS :Effin' BirdsInvest with Tim ZieglerCrow's Theatre]]>53f10479-b706-4870-a370-ec35914c381aSat, 16 Oct 2021 01:36:20 +0000Ali MomenJames Smith, a musician, actor, and creator of LESSONS IN TEMPERAMENT on how we are all pianos and how his show opens beautiful windows into the world of neurodiversity.Oh, and Dave Chapelle.  JOIN OUR PATREON - $3/MTH - PROCEEDS TO THE AFCLINKS...Breakthrough infections might not be a big transmission risk. Here's the evidencePICKS :Follies in ConcertSPONSORS :Effin' BirdsInvest with Tim ZieglerCrow's Theatre]]>4539yes72fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/17280872/everything-is-a-must-seeSIGN UP FOR OUR PATREON - $3/MTH - EARLY ACCESS - BONUS CONTENT - PROCEEDS TO THE AFCLINKS:Why artists are upset Stratford Festival is re-auditioning its cast for the musical ChicagoKey takeaways from Facebook’s whistle-blower hearing.I Designed Algorithms at Facebook. Here’s How to Regulate Them.PICKS:Miles Davis Quintet - It Never Entered My MindSPONSORS :Effin' BirdsInvest with Tim ZieglerCrow's Theatre]]>0c97300d-e080-459f-b109-21aabda3d9c1Wed, 06 Oct 2021 21:47:36 +0000Ali MomenCliff Cardinal's AS YOU LIKE IT is amazing, and it doesn't matter what any critic thinks.  Stratford is re-auditioning their company of CHICAGO...huh? Facebook is the worst, and even Facebook knows it.  Justin goes to Tofino on our first day of Truth...SIGN UP FOR OUR PATREON - $3/MTH - EARLY ACCESS - BONUS CONTENT - PROCEEDS TO THE AFCLINKS:Why artists are upset Stratford Festival is re-auditioning its cast for the musical ChicagoKey takeaways from Facebook’s whistle-blower hearing.I Designed Algorithms at Facebook. Here’s How to Regulate Them.PICKS:Miles Davis Quintet - It Never Entered My MindSPONSORS :Effin' BirdsInvest with Tim ZieglerCrow's Theatre]]>4305yes71fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/17280872/well-that-happened-feat-michael-healeyDiana Krall - A Case of YouMichael Healey - ProudSPONSORS :Effin' BirdsInvest with Tim ZieglerCrow's Theatre]]>ded38129-59f3-4c80-b9a1-dadbcc33674eThu, 23 Sep 2021 13:05:35 +0000Ali MomenOur first ever guest Michael Healey rejoins the pod to discuss the results of the 44th Canadian election.PICKS :https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3vEds2ULiAghttps://www.amazon.ca/Proud-Michael-Healey/dp/1770911448SPONSORS...Diana Krall - A Case of YouMichael Healey - ProudSPONSORS :Effin' BirdsInvest with Tim ZieglerCrow's Theatre]]>4434yes70fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/17280872/wonk-revolutionElection 2021: Federal Parties Release Arts & Culture PlatformsWhat if Facebook Is the Real ‘Silent Majority’?PICKS :Yebba - BoomerangCriterion Collection's NY showcaseSPONSORS :Effin' BirdsInvest with Tim ZieglerCrow's Theatre  ]]>fd3007c7-200d-4039-8f38-61d9ecbb9f6fWed, 15 Sep 2021 15:51:26 +0000Ali MomenThe boys go wonky breaking down the culture platforms of all major parties, and a discussion on the People's Party of Canada being a continuing thing in Canada.LINKS...Election 2021: Federal Parties Release Arts & Culture PlatformsWhat if Facebook Is the Real ‘Silent Majority’?PICKS :Yebba - BoomerangCriterion Collection's NY showcaseSPONSORS :Effin' BirdsInvest with Tim ZieglerCrow's Theatre  ]]>3991yes69fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/17280872/this-is-about-civilization-feat-nobu-adiSUBSCRIBE TO OUR PATREON - $3/MTH - EARLY ACCESS - PROCEEDS TO THE AFCLINKS:Windsor's Restrictions on Dancing at WeddingsTyndall Centre Manchester creates plans for zero carbon concertsSPONSORS:Effin' BirdsInvest with Tim ZieglerCrow's Theatre]]>4ae50d2d-9133-48ec-b321-0b99494c6207Wed, 08 Sep 2021 11:00:00 +0000Ali MomenChoir master and co-head of Choir!Choir!Choir! Nobu Adilman asks is there even a point doing a show right now? Plus, how choral singing can never end.  But first, they're throwing gravel at the Prime Minister, social media is tearing the moral,...SUBSCRIBE TO OUR PATREON - $3/MTH - EARLY ACCESS - PROCEEDS TO THE AFCLINKS:Windsor's Restrictions on Dancing at WeddingsTyndall Centre Manchester creates plans for zero carbon concertsSPONSORS:Effin' BirdsInvest with Tim ZieglerCrow's Theatre]]>4922yes68fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/17280872/due-diligence-feat-jesse-lavercombeJOIN OUR PATREON - $3/MTH - BONUS CONTENT - EARLY ACCESS - PROCEEDS TO THE AFCLINKS :The Best Way to Beat Trumpism? Talk Less, Listen More - Rolling StoneAfghan folk singer taken from his house and killed by the Taliban - CNNCrow’s Theatre announces eight-show season for vaccinated audiences - NOW MagazinePICKS :Freddie Hubbard - ArietisThe poetry of Robert LowellSPONSORS :Effin' BirdsInvest with Tim ZieglerCrow's Theatre  ]]>da7821e5-79a2-4ef3-ac5d-d96731843820Wed, 01 Sep 2021 11:00:00 +0000Ali MomenActor and screenwriter Jesse LaVercombe joins the pod to discuss Deep Canvassing and how it changes votes and minds.  But first - do we have a real plan with these vaccine passports? Where's Drake's vaccine selfie? What's up with DONDA? And with the...JOIN OUR PATREON - $3/MTH - BONUS CONTENT - EARLY ACCESS - PROCEEDS TO THE AFCLINKS :The Best Way to Beat Trumpism? Talk Less, Listen More - Rolling StoneAfghan folk singer taken from his house and killed by the Taliban - CNNCrow’s Theatre announces eight-show season for vaccinated audiences - NOW MagazinePICKS :Freddie Hubbard - ArietisThe poetry of Robert LowellSPONSORS :Effin' BirdsInvest with Tim ZieglerCrow's Theatre  ]]>5591yes67fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/17280872/context-is-king-feat-kevin-hanchardJOIN OUR PATREON - $3/MTH - EARLY ACCESS - BONUS CONTENT - PROCEEDS TO THE ACTORS FUNDLINKS:Shaw Festival pulls Stephen Sondheim's Assassins from lineup - Globe and MailIran has been hiding one of the world's greatest collection of contemporary art - BloombergPICKS:Horsey - LagoonSPONSORS:Effin' Birds - www.effinbirds.comInvest with Tim Ziegler - www.investwithtim.caCrow's Theatre - www.crowstheatre.com]]>b2a47e97-ea9a-4e31-a05e-35d9ab813734Thu, 19 Aug 2021 11:00:00 +0000Ali MomenKevin Hanchard joins the pod to discuss the use of the N-word, now and in the future in response to the Shaw Festival's cancellation of Assassins.  Torq and Ali first discuss the Canadian election, and how Afghanistan teaches us again, that if you...JOIN OUR PATREON - $3/MTH - EARLY ACCESS - BONUS CONTENT - PROCEEDS TO THE ACTORS FUNDLINKS:Shaw Festival pulls Stephen Sondheim's Assassins from lineup - Globe and MailIran has been hiding one of the world's greatest collection of contemporary art - BloombergPICKS:Horsey - LagoonSPONSORS:Effin' Birds - www.effinbirds.comInvest with Tim Ziegler - www.investwithtim.caCrow's Theatre - www.crowstheatre.com]]>4891yes66fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/17280872/artivists-feat-tess-benger-and-julia-mclJOIN OUR PATREON - $3/MONTH - EARLY ACCESS - BONUS CONTENT - PROCEEDS TO THE AFCLINKS:Does It Matter If Kanye Ever Releases “Donda”? - Buzzfeed NewsCanadian Green AlliancePICKS:Sister Sledge - Thinking of YouSPONSORS :Effin' Birds - www.effinbirds.comInvest with Tim Ziegler - www.investwithtim.caCrow's Theatre - www.crowstheatre.com  ]]>374cac6f-305d-458f-becf-2e2530ffff1aThu, 12 Aug 2021 11:00:00 +0000Ali MomenTess Benger and Julia McLellan from the Canadian Green Alliance join the podcast to discuss what being an Artivist really means and how we can be making theatre as eco-friendly as possible.  But first, Torq ate beside the Clintons and Bernie Sanders...JOIN OUR PATREON - $3/MONTH - EARLY ACCESS - BONUS CONTENT - PROCEEDS TO THE AFCLINKS:Does It Matter If Kanye Ever Releases “Donda”? - Buzzfeed NewsCanadian Green AlliancePICKS:Sister Sledge - Thinking of YouSPONSORS :Effin' Birds - www.effinbirds.comInvest with Tim Ziegler - www.investwithtim.caCrow's Theatre - www.crowstheatre.com  ]]>4286yes65fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/17280872/the-middle-placeCLICK HERE TO JOIN OUR PATREON  - $3/MTH - EARLY ACCESS - BONUS CONTENT - PROCEEDS TOWARDS THE AFC! LINKS:The Costs of Selling COVID Fear - James SurowieckiLive Nation Denies Claim That Artists’ Contracts Contain COVID-19 Gag OrderPICKS:Wet Leg - Chaise LongueThe Beatles in Spatial Audio: Producer Giles Martin on How It All WorksSPONSORS :Effin' BirdsInvest with Tim ZieglerCrow's Theatre ]]>91264f47-8340-4e79-a4a0-b834a65be61bWed, 04 Aug 2021 22:59:29 +0000Ali MomenJust us, and it's a great one.  Simone Biles and stage fright.  Vaccine passports...again.  How can we articulate what the actual "New" New Normal is going to look like? Can we relinquish the...CLICK HERE TO JOIN OUR PATREON  - $3/MTH - EARLY ACCESS - BONUS CONTENT - PROCEEDS TOWARDS THE AFC! LINKS:The Costs of Selling COVID Fear - James SurowieckiLive Nation Denies Claim That Artists’ Contracts Contain COVID-19 Gag OrderPICKS:Wet Leg - Chaise LongueThe Beatles in Spatial Audio: Producer Giles Martin on How It All WorksSPONSORS :Effin' BirdsInvest with Tim ZieglerCrow's Theatre ]]>3862yes64fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/17280872/what-does-it-mean-nowJOIN OUR PATREON - $3/MTH - PROCEEDS TO THE AFCLINKS :Music festival in the Netherlands leads to over 1,000 Covid infections - CNBCWill vaccine passports actually work? - SlatePICKS :Scorched by Wajdi MouwadA Wise Tale - Abstract MindsetSPONSORS :Effin' BirdsInvest with Tim ZieglerCrow's Theatre]]>adc67efb-fd62-4a53-9057-0551e72768dbTue, 27 Jul 2021 15:44:15 +0000Ali MomenAmanda Smith and Emily Hill from the AFC join the pod to discuss the AFC's new mental health initiatives aimed at curbing the mental health crisis in the arts industry.  But first, are vaccine passports inevitable? Are producers and tour managers...JOIN OUR PATREON - $3/MTH - PROCEEDS TO THE AFCLINKS :Music festival in the Netherlands leads to over 1,000 Covid infections - CNBCWill vaccine passports actually work? - SlatePICKS :Scorched by Wajdi MouwadA Wise Tale - Abstract MindsetSPONSORS :Effin' BirdsInvest with Tim ZieglerCrow's Theatre]]>4729yes63fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/17280872/we-have-to-get-back-together-again-feat-Charlotte Day Wilson - Keep MovingSPONSORS:Effin Birds - www.effinbirds.comTim Ziegler - InvestWithTim.caCrows Theatre - www.crowstheatre.com]]>fd89f3a3-0666-4d40-8adf-f530070574aeTue, 20 Jul 2021 15:12:37 +0000Ali MomenIn a first for Soft Revolution, after more than a year, Torq and Ali meet in person at Crow’s Theatre and are joined for a wide ranging conversation by the one and only Shad. It’s definitely better when we are together. SUBSCRIBE TO OUR PATREON -...Charlotte Day Wilson - Keep MovingSPONSORS:Effin Birds - www.effinbirds.comTim Ziegler - InvestWithTim.caCrows Theatre - www.crowstheatre.com]]>3906arts,shadyes62fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/17280872/life-is-a-series-of-shit-sandwiches54cfe810-cceb-4096-b7fc-3b09b1b02a47Wed, 07 Jul 2021 11:00:00 +0000Ali MomenSome listener mail, and a long talk on all the amazing things going on in the world.Want to hear us live? Well, we are headed to Trinity Bellwoods to make it happen July 17th at 2pm.  And guess who's coming? The one and only Shad! PICKS :A Call to...4183yes61fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/17280872/on-a-bed-of-frozen-peas-feat-ben-dietschdb2f3339-c46a-4b67-95d5-2f00dff35640Wed, 30 Jun 2021 11:00:00 +0000Ali MomenBen Dietschi, a regarded saviour and consultant to arts organizations on the resilience of the not-for-profit arts sector, what makes a successful organization, and a truly hopeful take on our future.   Plus, what the hell do we do about the climate...3940yes60fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/17280872/cast-a-deep-net-feat-dan-mangan5230de3f-292f-4054-b77d-f7696fcbe8beTue, 22 Jun 2021 15:15:20 +0000Ali MomenSinger-Songwriter and founder of Side Door Access, Dan Mangan on how it might be best to not cast your net wide, but deep, and in an ode to Father's Day, a beautiful distillation of what being a father has meant to him as an artist.Plus, Torq is...4710yes59fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/17280872/cbt-for-society-feat-kelly-nestruckbbdc07cd-4de3-441f-a095-1d23d5cebccfSat, 12 Jun 2021 12:00:00 +0000Ali MomenGlobe and Mail's theatre critic J. Kelly Nestruck on the Great Intermission, the confusing and at times debilitating "reopening" plans, the future of theatre, and what it's really like to sit in "Murderer's Row".  But first - Liverpool threw a...5582yes58fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/17280872/statues-and-stories-feat-jenn-lenaWhat I told my child about the Kamloops grave - to honour the 215 - Maclean'sIf the Wuhan lab-leak hypothesis is true, expect a political earthquake - The GuardianPICKS :Leonard Cohen - The FlameA Little Devil in America - Hanif AbdurraqibGrief and Grievance : Art and Mourning in America - New Exhibitions MuseumDennis Saddleman - MonsterSPONSORS : Effin Birds - www.effinbirds.comInvest With Tim - InvestWithTim.ca]]>2959cb4e-a9d0-4bef-a6f8-c7130fdb8292Sat, 05 Jun 2021 10:00:00 +0000Ali MomenIn the aftermath of the discovery of the remains of 215 children in a residential school in Kamloops, B.C., we ask how can we best deal with the wretchedness of our past, and what do we do with the statues of the men who were responsible.  Plus, how...What I told my child about the Kamloops grave - to honour the 215 - Maclean'sIf the Wuhan lab-leak hypothesis is true, expect a political earthquake - The GuardianPICKS :Leonard Cohen - The FlameA Little Devil in America - Hanif AbdurraqibGrief and Grievance : Art and Mourning in America - New Exhibitions MuseumDennis Saddleman - MonsterSPONSORS : Effin Birds - www.effinbirds.comInvest With Tim - InvestWithTim.ca]]>4202yes57fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/17280872/the-triumph-of-hope-feat-chloe-van-landsJOIN OUR PATREON - $3/MTH - PROCEEDS TO THE AFCPICKS:Jorja Smith - BurnThis Time With Alan Partridge - BBCSPONSORSEffin BirdsCrow's Theatre ]]>adebea38-4749-4e20-b01f-d1fd8017fa85Fri, 21 May 2021 10:00:00 +0000Ali MomenChloe Van Landschoot on how being an artist and being a registered nurse blend together into one compelling and expansive world.  But first, the news, which...is getting better? And can UFOs finally unite...JOIN OUR PATREON - $3/MTH - PROCEEDS TO THE AFCPICKS:Jorja Smith - BurnThis Time With Alan Partridge - BBCSPONSORSEffin BirdsCrow's Theatre ]]>5295yes56fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/17280872/i-dont-want-to-run-i-want-to-rock-feat-aJOIN OUR PATREON TO HEAR AMY'S PROUST QUESTIONNAIRE - $3/MTH - PROCEEDS GO TO THE AFCLINKS :COVID-19: Life after vaccination - Government of CanadaWill Bill C-10 impact what I can post online? - The Toronto StarPICKS :Last of Us II - Sony EntertainmentDead Mom Talking - Rachel MatlowKings Of Convenience - Rocky TrailSPONSORS : Effin BirdsCrows Theatre ]]>f9cede00-b25c-44d7-b6c6-36a6a6c471d3Sat, 15 May 2021 13:06:55 +0000Ali MomenAmy Millan of STARS and Broken Social Scene co-hosts the pod.  We chat about her personal journey with COVID-19, the Canadian government's "Life after vaccination" roadmap, and we embark on, we hope, a pretty clear explanation of Bill...JOIN OUR PATREON TO HEAR AMY'S PROUST QUESTIONNAIRE - $3/MTH - PROCEEDS GO TO THE AFCLINKS :COVID-19: Life after vaccination - Government of CanadaWill Bill C-10 impact what I can post online? - The Toronto StarPICKS :Last of Us II - Sony EntertainmentDead Mom Talking - Rachel MatlowKings Of Convenience - Rocky TrailSPONSORS : Effin BirdsCrows Theatre ]]>3748yes55fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/17280872/tapped-out-in-the-flame-war-feat-caryma-JOIN OUR PATREON - $3/MTH - EARLY ACCESS - BONUS CONTENT - PROCEEDS TO THE ACTORS FUND OF CANADA!LINKS:Broadway Is Reopening. But Not Until September. - New York TimesMillions Are Saying No to the Vaccines. What Are They Thinking? - The AtlanticPICKS:Mustafa - Ali'Furious Hours' Tells The Tale Of Harper Lee And Her Unfinished Work - NPRSPONSORS:Crow's TheatreEffin' Birds]]>23c69b71-78bb-4d49-a15d-c87ed53871aaFri, 07 May 2021 10:00:00 +0000Ali MomenRenaissance woman Caryma Sa'd on the soul of the anti-lockdown marches, comics and humour that packs a punch and gets her through, and yes, Chris Sky. Plus, what is Broadway's return going to look...JOIN OUR PATREON - $3/MTH - EARLY ACCESS - BONUS CONTENT - PROCEEDS TO THE ACTORS FUND OF CANADA!LINKS:Broadway Is Reopening. But Not Until September. - New York TimesMillions Are Saying No to the Vaccines. What Are They Thinking? - The AtlanticPICKS:Mustafa - Ali'Furious Hours' Tells The Tale Of Harper Lee And Her Unfinished Work - NPRSPONSORS:Crow's TheatreEffin' Birds]]>4982yes54fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/17280872/if-you-tweet-it-they-will-comeJOIN OUR PATREON - $3/MTH - 1/3 GOES TO THE AFC (THE ACTORS FUND)PICKS:Toni Morrison on why she wrote "The Bluest Eye"Floating Points, Pharaoh Sanders and the London Symphony Orchestra - PromisesSPONSORS:Crows TheatreEffin' Birds]]>9709b5a0-d086-40ae-bd24-e1a9a63a44b8Sat, 01 May 2021 10:00:00 +0000Ali MomenLive music at a vaccine pop-up in Toronto! Joe Biden feels unstoppable, but why not legalize marijuana? Finally, take your grief, honour it, and light it with a...JOIN OUR PATREON - $3/MTH - 1/3 GOES TO THE AFC (THE ACTORS FUND)PICKS:Toni Morrison on why she wrote "The Bluest Eye"Floating Points, Pharaoh Sanders and the London Symphony Orchestra - PromisesSPONSORS:Crows TheatreEffin' Birds]]>4014yes53fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/17280872/portable-people-meter-feat-raina-dourisJOIN OUR PATREON - $3/MTH - EARLY ACCESS - BONUS CONTENT - 1/3 TO THE ACTORS FUND OF CANADA!LINKSWhy you may feel nervous about a return to normal - CBCAre You Nervous About Returning to Normal Life? - The New York TimesThe World Is Going Back To “Normal.” For Many People, That Isn’t A Good Thing. - BuzzfeedPICKSBruno Mars, Anderson .Paak, Silk Sonic - Leave the Door OpenTed LassoSPONSORSCrow's TheatreEffin Birds]]>b4a9a664-291e-45cb-9ab5-f4ba00bf20d5Sat, 24 Apr 2021 15:11:46 +0000Ali MomenHost of NPR's World Cafe, Raina Douris on how being a radio DJ might forever change, who and what makes her nervous, and her take on this thing called a Portable People Meter.But first - are you anxious to return to normal because the entire...JOIN OUR PATREON - $3/MTH - EARLY ACCESS - BONUS CONTENT - 1/3 TO THE ACTORS FUND OF CANADA!LINKSWhy you may feel nervous about a return to normal - CBCAre You Nervous About Returning to Normal Life? - The New York TimesThe World Is Going Back To “Normal.” For Many People, That Isn’t A Good Thing. - BuzzfeedPICKSBruno Mars, Anderson .Paak, Silk Sonic - Leave the Door OpenTed LassoSPONSORSCrow's TheatreEffin Birds]]>5827yes52fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/17280872/this-is-not-a-ps5-feat-waubgeshig-riceA powerful quote by Reinhold NiebuhrNoopiming: The Cure For White Ladies - Leanne Betasamosake SimpsonStorykeepers podcast with Waubgeshig Rice and Jennifer DavidTHANKS TO OUR SPONSORS:Effin BirdsCrow's Theatre]]>0b90870d-b311-4255-be85-920abf9ef728Fri, 16 Apr 2021 10:00:00 +0000Ali MomenAuthor and journalist Waubgeshig Rice on how he finds hope, embracing the vast canon of indigenous art, and his prescient Moon of the Crusted Snow. And an article in the Globe and Mail sets Ali and Torq off into a heated debate.JOIN OUR PATREON -...A powerful quote by Reinhold NiebuhrNoopiming: The Cure For White Ladies - Leanne Betasamosake SimpsonStorykeepers podcast with Waubgeshig Rice and Jennifer DavidTHANKS TO OUR SPONSORS:Effin BirdsCrow's Theatre]]>4810yes51fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/17280872/pandemonium-feat-nina-lee-aquinoJOIN OUR PATREON - $3/MTH - EARLY ACCESS - BONUS CONTENT - PROCEEDS GO TO THE AFC (@AFCHELPS)LINKS:Andrew Yang Proposes Public-Private Broadway Ticket Rescue Plan & Pilot Program For Streaming Theater ProductionsResearch shows promising development in hunt for HIV vaccinePICKS:Dijon - Do You Light Up?Field Guide - The Way It Would BeDry Cleaning - New Long LegSPONSORS:Effin BirdsCrows Theatre]]>1eaf4f97-68a0-4081-a2c3-031980ed5704Fri, 09 Apr 2021 10:00:00 +0000Ali MomenFactory Theatre's artistic director Nina Lee Aquino joins the pod to talk about how Factory has thrived during the pandemic, and how theatre should simply be a thing, not an event.  And, some listener mail which proves that Torq is right 77% of the...JOIN OUR PATREON - $3/MTH - EARLY ACCESS - BONUS CONTENT - PROCEEDS GO TO THE AFC (@AFCHELPS)LINKS:Andrew Yang Proposes Public-Private Broadway Ticket Rescue Plan & Pilot Program For Streaming Theater ProductionsResearch shows promising development in hunt for HIV vaccinePICKS:Dijon - Do You Light Up?Field Guide - The Way It Would BeDry Cleaning - New Long LegSPONSORS:Effin BirdsCrows Theatre]]>5834yes50fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/17280872/age-of-reason-2-0-feat-jen-aggComing to Broadway : Vaccinations for New York's Theatre WorkersBad News Bias - The U.S. media is offering a different picture of Covid-19 from science journals or the international media, a study finds.‘Why Are We Stuck?’ Stage Actors Challenge Their Union Over SafetyI’ve spent my life building restaurants. COVID-19 has killed their magic – and threatened their future - Jen AggPICKS:Stephen Sondheim - Being AliveMayflies by Andrew O’Hagan ]]>58d3bb7b-9c14-40e6-bb84-af8c8ac01f9bFri, 26 Mar 2021 11:00:00 +0000Ali MomenJen Agg joins the pod to talk through her journey as a prolific restauranteur and all-around incredible human during this pandemic.  Also, in a way Torq and Ali ask once again, "What's the plan,...Coming to Broadway : Vaccinations for New York's Theatre WorkersBad News Bias - The U.S. media is offering a different picture of Covid-19 from science journals or the international media, a study finds.‘Why Are We Stuck?’ Stage Actors Challenge Their Union Over SafetyI’ve spent my life building restaurants. COVID-19 has killed their magic – and threatened their future - Jen AggPICKS:Stephen Sondheim - Being AliveMayflies by Andrew O’Hagan ]]>5124yes49fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/17280872/cardi-b-doesnt-care-feat-jennifer-lenaTalk to Her - Pedro AlmodovarBillie Eilish's documentary on Apple MusicBiggie, I've Got a Story to Tell - NetflixPetey and Miya Folick - HaircutSPONSORS:Effin Birds - Buy the book. Get the cards. Follow on social media! ]]>45748b0e-787a-4bcd-9398-5d939a5ecc3cFri, 19 Mar 2021 18:47:17 +0000Ali MomenJOIN OUR PATREON - $3/MTH - EARLY ACCESS - BONUS CONTENTJennifer Lena is back on the pod to discuss "what is a band?", how do we find a collective truth or conversation, and yes...once...Talk to Her - Pedro AlmodovarBillie Eilish's documentary on Apple MusicBiggie, I've Got a Story to Tell - NetflixPetey and Miya Folick - HaircutSPONSORS:Effin Birds - Buy the book. Get the cards. Follow on social media! ]]>4403yes48fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/17280872/cant-believe-its-been-a-year-feat-deraghHygiene Theater Is Still a Huge Waste of Time - The AtlanticCanadian drama Anne at 13,000 ft. is a startling, bracing achievement worth celebrating - The Globe and MailPICKS :Jon Batiste - CryDorothea Paas - Anything Can't HappenWATCH - New Societies at Crows TheatreFOLLOW - Effin Birds]]>da22bc16-9804-42e3-b071-6bb800844a65Fri, 12 Mar 2021 22:28:00 +0000Ali MomenDeragh Campbell, star of Anne at 13,000 Feet, joins the pod to talk about forming a community to make incredible films, and doing it on micro-budgets.  Torq and Ali discuss the year that was and continues, Dr. Seuss and Biden's Fireside...Hygiene Theater Is Still a Huge Waste of Time - The AtlanticCanadian drama Anne at 13,000 ft. is a startling, bracing achievement worth celebrating - The Globe and MailPICKS :Jon Batiste - CryDorothea Paas - Anything Can't HappenWATCH - New Societies at Crows TheatreFOLLOW - Effin Birds]]>4727yes47fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/17280872/the-invisible-hand-feat-ben-kowalewicz-oBECOME A MEMBER OF OUR PATREON AND NOW A THIRD OF OUR PROCEEDS GO TO THE AFC which gives direct financial aid to artists, and crew in financial hardship.  This is an arts advocacy podcast, and we are here for our artists. AFC is a gem of an organization and we are so happy to be partnering with them.LINKSNew York to Allow Limited Live Performances to Resume in AprilNFTs, explained - The VergeOUR SPONSORSCheck out Effin Birds on social media (ugh)Catch New Societies at Crow's Theatre!]]>cd355d2e-075f-4122-940a-be050c7dc484Fri, 05 Mar 2021 11:00:00 +0000Ali MomenBen Kowalewicz of Billy Talent on holding on, being hopeful, and playing 5 billion shows when this is over. Torq also gives the best explanation of NFT ever. Plus, we are now partnering with the AFC!https://www.patreon.com/softrevolution which gives...BECOME A MEMBER OF OUR PATREON AND NOW A THIRD OF OUR PROCEEDS GO TO THE AFC which gives direct financial aid to artists, and crew in financial hardship.  This is an arts advocacy podcast, and we are here for our artists. AFC is a gem of an organization and we are so happy to be partnering with them.LINKSNew York to Allow Limited Live Performances to Resume in AprilNFTs, explained - The VergeOUR SPONSORSCheck out Effin Birds on social media (ugh)Catch New Societies at Crow's Theatre!]]>5656yes46fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/17280872/fancy-in-a-singlet-feat-dr-allan-detskyJOIN OUR PATREON! - $3/MTH - EARLY ACCESS - BONUS CONTENTTHANKS TO EFFIN BIRDS FOR SPONSORING THE PODCAST!PLAY NEW SOCIETIES AT WWW.CROWSTHEATRE.COM Dr. Allan Detsky, someone who actually knows what they're talking about, comes back on the podcast to tell us where the virus and arts are likely headed. LINKS:New York’s Pop-Up Concerts Kick Off With Jazz at a Vaccination SiteGermany, Once a Model, Is Swamped Like Everyone Else by Pandemic’s Second WavePICKS:Museum of Tolerance's Screening of FUNNY BOY with a post-film talk with Salman Rushdie - February 27Tagore's quote on service as joyThe Weather Station - Parking Lot ]]>3eaa7e52-4abe-4535-a3a8-0cd53187a6f6Fri, 26 Feb 2021 11:50:30 +0000Ali Momenhttps://www.patreon.com/softrevolutionhttps://www.effinbirds.comhttps://www.crowstheatre.com/whats-on/view-all/new-societiesDr. Allan Detsky, someone who actually knows what they're talking about, comes back on the podcast to tell us where the virus...JOIN OUR PATREON! - $3/MTH - EARLY ACCESS - BONUS CONTENTTHANKS TO EFFIN BIRDS FOR SPONSORING THE PODCAST!PLAY NEW SOCIETIES AT WWW.CROWSTHEATRE.COM Dr. Allan Detsky, someone who actually knows what they're talking about, comes back on the podcast to tell us where the virus and arts are likely headed. LINKS:New York’s Pop-Up Concerts Kick Off With Jazz at a Vaccination SiteGermany, Once a Model, Is Swamped Like Everyone Else by Pandemic’s Second WavePICKS:Museum of Tolerance's Screening of FUNNY BOY with a post-film talk with Salman Rushdie - February 27Tagore's quote on service as joyThe Weather Station - Parking Lot ]]>5862yes45fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/17280872/the-merits-of-the-messaging-feat-lisa-beVaccines & Transmission Redux Redux - Emily Oster21 Black Futures on CBC GemPICKSThis is Us - Season 4Raf Rundell - Always Fly]]>39206842-d627-4b2d-a673-cb3ae9681b41Fri, 19 Feb 2021 15:56:10 +0000Ali MomenLisa Berry, one of the stars of Obsidian and CBC's 21 Black Futures on art, blackness, motherhood, and breath....Vaccines & Transmission Redux Redux - Emily Oster21 Black Futures on CBC GemPICKSThis is Us - Season 4Raf Rundell - Always Fly]]>4563yes44fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/17280872/thanks-for-listening-to-my-torq-talk-feaJOIN OUR PATREON - $3/MONTH - TO HEAR BONUS CONTENT LIKE WILSON ANSWERING THE PROUST QUESTIONNAIRE!STREAM RUBY WATERS' INTIMATE CONCERT THIS VALENTINE'S WEEKENDWilson Cruz joins the pod to talk about how acting and activism work hand in hand towards a meaningful life. But first, Torq and Ali discuss how everyone's an expert these days, how our institutions must be the best, fear being the root of the circling firing squad in the arts, and Torq has an epic rant on The Golden Globe nominations.EPISODE READING:‘Moulin Rouge!’ Was Their Ticket. Then 2020 Happened. - The New York TimesARTS PICKSA Portrait of Josephine BakerJacques Pepin makes a burger on some English muffinsMarc Anthony - Hasta Que Vuelvas Conmigo ]]>b4c16734-ace9-463c-a62b-8a9c37132831Fri, 05 Feb 2021 11:00:00 +0000Ali Momenhttps://www.patreon.com/softrevolutionhttps://www.crowstheatre.com/whats-on/view-all/dinner-and-a-show-ruby-watersWilson Cruz joins the pod to talk about how acting and activism work hand in hand towards a meaningful life. But first, Torq and Ali...JOIN OUR PATREON - $3/MONTH - TO HEAR BONUS CONTENT LIKE WILSON ANSWERING THE PROUST QUESTIONNAIRE!STREAM RUBY WATERS' INTIMATE CONCERT THIS VALENTINE'S WEEKENDWilson Cruz joins the pod to talk about how acting and activism work hand in hand towards a meaningful life. But first, Torq and Ali discuss how everyone's an expert these days, how our institutions must be the best, fear being the root of the circling firing squad in the arts, and Torq has an epic rant on The Golden Globe nominations.EPISODE READING:‘Moulin Rouge!’ Was Their Ticket. Then 2020 Happened. - The New York TimesARTS PICKSA Portrait of Josephine BakerJacques Pepin makes a burger on some English muffinsMarc Anthony - Hasta Que Vuelvas Conmigo ]]>5060arts,stars,star trek discovery,wilson cruzyes42fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/17280872/a-happy-soldier-feat-tom-grayJOIN OUR PATREON - $3/MONTH - EARLY ACCESS - BONUS CONTENT!STREAM RUBY WATERS' INTIMATE CONCERT THIS VALENTINE'S WEEKENDTom Gray, member of the band Gomez and founder of the #BrokenRecord campaign gives a definitive explainer on the perils of being an artist in the streaming music business and what government can do to fix it.  But first, the boys discuss Carmen Aguirre's video essay on 'Cancel Culture' in the theatre.LINKS:Carmen Aguirre's video essay on Cancel CultureCarmen's interview in the Globe and MailThe Broken Record campaignThese amazing twins listen to 'Jolene' for the first time‘Derek DelGaudio’s In & Of Itself’ Review: Frank Oz Turns a Magic Show Into a Life-Changing Journey   ]]>46e82e49-8abc-4952-9f40-c590856d18ceFri, 29 Jan 2021 11:00:00 +0000Ali Momenhttps://www.patreon.com/softrevolutionhttps://www.crowstheatre.com/whats-on/view-all/dinner-and-a-show-ruby-watersTom Gray, member of the band Gomez and founder of the #BrokenRecord campaign gives a definitive explainer on the perils of being an...JOIN OUR PATREON - $3/MONTH - EARLY ACCESS - BONUS CONTENT!STREAM RUBY WATERS' INTIMATE CONCERT THIS VALENTINE'S WEEKENDTom Gray, member of the band Gomez and founder of the #BrokenRecord campaign gives a definitive explainer on the perils of being an artist in the streaming music business and what government can do to fix it.  But first, the boys discuss Carmen Aguirre's video essay on 'Cancel Culture' in the theatre.LINKS:Carmen Aguirre's video essay on Cancel CultureCarmen's interview in the Globe and MailThe Broken Record campaignThese amazing twins listen to 'Jolene' for the first time‘Derek DelGaudio’s In & Of Itself’ Review: Frank Oz Turns a Magic Show Into a Life-Changing Journey   ]]>5057broken record,spotify,tom grayyes41fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/17280872/journal-it-feat-georgia-dowJOIN OUR PATREON FOR EARLY ACCESS AND BONUS CONTENTRegistered Psychotherapist and all-around wonderful human Georgia Dow with insight and tips on managing this once in a lifetime experience.  LINKSGirl With Pearl Earring like you've never seen it.Walk the stunning Maurithuis galleryCulture injection: Coronavirus vaccination centres in Germany are giving patients a dose of artFOLLOW US@softrevcast - Twitter@alimomen - Twitter/Instagram@georgia_dow - Twitter/Email]]>99e8b22d-ccb3-4349-bf8a-28501a7492ceFri, 22 Jan 2021 21:46:45 +0000Ali Momenhttps://www.patreon.com/softrevolutionRegistered Psychotherapist and all-around wonderful human Georgia Dow with insight and tips on managing this once in a lifetime experience....JOIN OUR PATREON FOR EARLY ACCESS AND BONUS CONTENTRegistered Psychotherapist and all-around wonderful human Georgia Dow with insight and tips on managing this once in a lifetime experience.  LINKSGirl With Pearl Earring like you've never seen it.Walk the stunning Maurithuis galleryCulture injection: Coronavirus vaccination centres in Germany are giving patients a dose of artFOLLOW US@softrevcast - Twitter@alimomen - Twitter/Instagram@georgia_dow - Twitter/Email]]>5031art,arts,concerts,georgia dow,mental health,music,theatreyes40fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/17280872/in-sweatpants-at-crows-theatre-feat-stepCanLit's Colonial Habit - Literary Review of Canada - Stephen MarcheCanada's Impossible Acknowledgement - The New Yorker - Stephen MarcheAmerica's Next Civil War - The Walrus - Stephen MarcheThe Arts Are In Crisis - Here's How Biden Can Help - The New York Times - Jason FaragoCuomo Outlines Plan To 'Bring Arts and Culture Back To Life' - The New York Times - Sarah BahrFOLLOW US:TwitterEmail : softrevcast@gmail.com ]]>74ae3ea6-a848-4f70-933b-376baaffb06aFri, 15 Jan 2021 11:00:00 +0000Ali MomenRenowned writer Stephen Marche joins the podcast for a wide-ranging interview on the impending American Civil War, cultural appropriation, and how the Truth and Reconciliation Report is required reading for anyone looking to make any piece of art in...CanLit's Colonial Habit - Literary Review of Canada - Stephen MarcheCanada's Impossible Acknowledgement - The New Yorker - Stephen MarcheAmerica's Next Civil War - The Walrus - Stephen MarcheThe Arts Are In Crisis - Here's How Biden Can Help - The New York Times - Jason FaragoCuomo Outlines Plan To 'Bring Arts and Culture Back To Life' - The New York Times - Sarah BahrFOLLOW US:TwitterEmail : softrevcast@gmail.com ]]>5144ali momen,stars,stephen marche,torquil campbellyes39fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/17280872/vaccinate-to-congregate-feat-erica-ehmSIGN UP FOR OUR PATREON  TO HEAR ERICA'S AMAZING PROUST QUESTIONNAIRE Superwoman Erica Ehm on the power of saying YES, and how you have to simply ask for what you want.  But first, we discuss the slow vaccine rollout, and the insurrection at the US Capitol.]]>38332b90-2f33-47db-b9e6-0205bf1868f0Sat, 09 Jan 2021 13:00:00 +0000Ali Momenhttps://www.patreon.com/softrevolutionSuperwoman Erica Ehm on the power of saying YES, and how you have to simply ask for what you want.  But first, we discuss the slow vaccine rollout, and the insurrection at the US Capitol.SIGN UP FOR OUR PATREON  TO HEAR ERICA'S AMAZING PROUST QUESTIONNAIRE Superwoman Erica Ehm on the power of saying YES, and how you have to simply ask for what you want.  But first, we discuss the slow vaccine rollout, and the insurrection at the US Capitol.]]>5705yes38fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/17280872/the-most-badly-researched-podcast-in-norJOIN OUR PATREON - $3/MTH - EARLY ACCESS - BONUS CONTENT!BIG NEWS - Soft Revolution is going into partnership with Crow's Theatre in Toronto.  We love Crow's, and they love us and with their help we are going to expand the reach of the podcast, start to advertise, and basically take it to the next level. Thank you Crow's Theatre!If that wasn't enough, we have an end of the year tour-de-force show with Jennifer Lena AND Daniel Handler! Topics include:- Bob Dylan's catalogue sale and a crazy story of when Daniel met him.- Loneliness and bewilderment through this pandemic.- Book picks that will enrich your brain and soul.- Obama's comments on hip-hop breeding materialism that moves Black men to Trump - Torquil finally watches It's a Wonderful Life and Daniel shares his very unique pick for best Christmas film.  It's a must-watch! 
 LOVE YOU ALL! ]]>885c9034-7b2d-40c8-9935-898492889260Fri, 11 Dec 2020 11:00:00 +0000Ali Momenhttps://www.patreon.com/softrevolutionBIG NEWS - Soft Revolution is going into partnership with Crow's Theatre in Toronto.  We love Crow's, and they love us and with their help we are going to expand the reach of the podcast, start to advertise, and...JOIN OUR PATREON - $3/MTH - EARLY ACCESS - BONUS CONTENT!BIG NEWS - Soft Revolution is going into partnership with Crow's Theatre in Toronto.  We love Crow's, and they love us and with their help we are going to expand the reach of the podcast, start to advertise, and basically take it to the next level. Thank you Crow's Theatre!If that wasn't enough, we have an end of the year tour-de-force show with Jennifer Lena AND Daniel Handler! Topics include:- Bob Dylan's catalogue sale and a crazy story of when Daniel met him.- Loneliness and bewilderment through this pandemic.- Book picks that will enrich your brain and soul.- Obama's comments on hip-hop breeding materialism that moves Black men to Trump - Torquil finally watches It's a Wonderful Life and Daniel shares his very unique pick for best Christmas film.  It's a must-watch! 
 LOVE YOU ALL! ]]>4156art,bob dylan,daniel handler,lemony snicket,music,politics,theatreyes37fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/17280872/demolition-man-sex-sceneJOIN OUR PATREON - EARLY ACCESS - BONUS CONTENT - $3/MONTH!We are back and we tease a big announcement.  Big things happening...stay tuned.Art as the incentive for vaccination. Cities and suburbs are changed forever.  BBQAnon.  We don't need a year-end list, we just need the year to end! ]]>44b9eb76-ac56-4174-8c5a-1c03bfbf8a31Fri, 04 Dec 2020 11:00:00 +0000Ali Momenhttps://www.patreon.com/softrevolutionWe are back and we tease a big announcement.  Big things happening...stay tuned.Art as the incentive for vaccination. Cities and suburbs are changed forever.  BBQAnon.  We don't need a year-end list, we just need...JOIN OUR PATREON - EARLY ACCESS - BONUS CONTENT - $3/MONTH!We are back and we tease a big announcement.  Big things happening...stay tuned.Art as the incentive for vaccination. Cities and suburbs are changed forever.  BBQAnon.  We don't need a year-end list, we just need the year to end! ]]>3494yes36fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/17280872/mendacity-feat-ronald-deibertJOIN OUR PATREON - EARLY ACCESS - BONUS CONENT - $3/MTH!Bestselling author and renowned technology and security expert Ronald Deibert comes on the pod to talk his new book RESET : RECLAIMING THE INTERNET FOR A CIVIL SOCIETYIt is a fascinating, and informative conversation with one of the greatest thinkers on this subject. ]]>aa495b98-bde8-44c4-a361-edf23ecea2ceThu, 19 Nov 2020 11:00:00 +0000Ali Momenhttps://www.patreon.com/softrevolutionBestselling author and renowned technology and security expert Ronald Deibert comes on the pod to talk his new book https://www.amazon.ca/Reset-Reclaiming-Internet-Civil-Society/dp/1487008058It is a fascinating,...JOIN OUR PATREON - EARLY ACCESS - BONUS CONENT - $3/MTH!Bestselling author and renowned technology and security expert Ronald Deibert comes on the pod to talk his new book RESET : RECLAIMING THE INTERNET FOR A CIVIL SOCIETYIt is a fascinating, and informative conversation with one of the greatest thinkers on this subject. ]]>4754ali momen,ron deibert,soft revolution,torquil campbellyes35fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/17280872/career-counselling-feat-mohit-rajhansSUBSCRIBE TO OUR PATREON - EARLY ACCESS - BONUS CONTENT - $3/MTH!First, a chat about the vaccine, social media (again), and is the internet itself a net-negative?Then, the brilliant Mohit Rajhans joins the pod to chat about his new book and how creators can maximize their content online and how society can facilitate that. ]]>ae0e9bb9-8e3d-40c2-abdc-258f59d13816Thu, 12 Nov 2020 11:00:00 +0000Ali Momenhttps://www.patreon.com/softrevolutionFirst, a chat about the vaccine, social media (again), and is the internet itself a net-negative?Then, the brilliant Mohit Rajhans joins the pod to chat about his...SUBSCRIBE TO OUR PATREON - EARLY ACCESS - BONUS CONTENT - $3/MTH!First, a chat about the vaccine, social media (again), and is the internet itself a net-negative?Then, the brilliant Mohit Rajhans joins the pod to chat about his new book and how creators can maximize their content online and how society can facilitate that. ]]>4735yes34fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/17280872/torqs-going-to-ohio-feat-jennifer-lenaSUBSCRIBE TO OUR PATREON - $3MTH - EARLY ACCESS - BONUS CONTENTTrump might lose, but Trumpism lives.  "How'd we get here?" with the brilliant Jennifer Lena.]]>5a258d27-63f6-4616-9831-ff34ba45d291Thu, 05 Nov 2020 00:07:47 +0000Ali Momenhttps://www.patreon.com/softrevolutionTrump might lose, but Trumpism lives.  "How'd we get here?" with the brilliant Jennifer Lena.SUBSCRIBE TO OUR PATREON - $3MTH - EARLY ACCESS - BONUS CONTENTTrump might lose, but Trumpism lives.  "How'd we get here?" with the brilliant Jennifer Lena.]]>4129yes33fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/17280872/songs-about-songs-feat-carl-newmanJOIN OUR PATREON - EARLY ACCESS - PROUST QUESTIONNAIRES - $3/MTH!Social media is the number one issue facing us right now and  we can fix it.  America, don't let us down. Then, Carl Newman of the New Pornographers on living in America during this time, and a real dive into his incredible songwriting.  Torq's new song on Apple MusicGET IN TOUCH:Twitter, Email]]>a740d2e5-e8f2-4d61-a7ed-aea701fbdb77Sat, 31 Oct 2020 10:00:00 +0000Ali Momenhttps://www.patreon.com/softrevolutionSocial media is the number one issue facing us right now and  we can fix it.  America, don't let us down. Then, Carl Newman of the New Pornographers on living in America during this time, and a real dive into his...JOIN OUR PATREON - EARLY ACCESS - PROUST QUESTIONNAIRES - $3/MTH!Social media is the number one issue facing us right now and  we can fix it.  America, don't let us down. Then, Carl Newman of the New Pornographers on living in America during this time, and a real dive into his incredible songwriting.  Torq's new song on Apple MusicGET IN TOUCH:Twitter, Email]]>4340carl newman,neko case,new pornographersyes32fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/17280872/back-to-the-future-feat-antoni-cimolinoSIGN UP FOR OUR PATREON - $3/MONTH - EARLY ACCESS AND BONUS CONTENTThe third and thankfully final debate. Borat and Banksy and the death of satire. You better have a plan B.Then, Antoni Cimolino, artistic director of the Stratford Festival joins us for a sobering yet inspiring talk on the past, present, and future of the festival.  Sign up for StratFest@Home - Just $10/month]]>07cbef23-f3c6-4495-9644-89b9c45ca493Fri, 23 Oct 2020 19:04:54 +0000Ali Momenhttps://www.patreon.com/softrevolutionThe third and thankfully final debate. Borat and Banksy and the death of satire. You better have a plan B.Then, Antoni Cimolino, artistic director of the Stratford Festival joins us for a sobering yet inspiring...SIGN UP FOR OUR PATREON - $3/MONTH - EARLY ACCESS AND BONUS CONTENTThe third and thankfully final debate. Borat and Banksy and the death of satire. You better have a plan B.Then, Antoni Cimolino, artistic director of the Stratford Festival joins us for a sobering yet inspiring talk on the past, present, and future of the festival.  Sign up for StratFest@Home - Just $10/month]]>5005yes31fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/17280872/is-patience-a-virtue-feat-tegan-quinTO LISTEN TO TEGAN'S FULL INTERVIEW INCLUDING HER AMAZING PROUST QUESTIONNAIRE - SIGN UP FOR OUR PATREON - $3/MTH - EARLY ACCESS - EXTENDED INTERVIEWSIs patience a virtue? Must we keep all the buildings? Ali relieves Torq's fear of a possible Trump win (VOTE!).  Then, a soulful, thoughtful, and entertaining interview with Tegan Quin of TEGAN AND SARA.LINKS:Support the Tegan and Sara FoundationSigrid Hjertén's incredible art.GET IN TOUCH:TwitterEMAIL]]>f00a4382-84df-4a02-a882-2baab3a170f0Sat, 17 Oct 2020 12:26:56 +0000Ali Momenhttps://www.patreon.com/softrevolutionIs patience a virtue? Must we keep all the buildings? Ali relieves Torq's fear of a possible Trump win (VOTE!).  Then, a soulful, thoughtful, and entertaining interview with Tegan Quin of TEGAN AND...TO LISTEN TO TEGAN'S FULL INTERVIEW INCLUDING HER AMAZING PROUST QUESTIONNAIRE - SIGN UP FOR OUR PATREON - $3/MTH - EARLY ACCESS - EXTENDED INTERVIEWSIs patience a virtue? Must we keep all the buildings? Ali relieves Torq's fear of a possible Trump win (VOTE!).  Then, a soulful, thoughtful, and entertaining interview with Tegan Quin of TEGAN AND SARA.LINKS:Support the Tegan and Sara FoundationSigrid Hjertén's incredible art.GET IN TOUCH:TwitterEMAIL]]>4853art,music,poetry,tegan and sara,tegan quinyes30fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/17280872/the-song-of-life-feat-michael-hollettSIGN UP FOR OUR PATREON - $3/MTH - EXTENDED INTERVIEWS - EARLY ACCESS!Contrary to Vienna, it's like they didn't even try, COVITA flops and then Michael Hollett, founder of NOW Magazine, and NXNE joins to chat about his new magazine, "NEXT".]]>99db1c3e-9d45-48cd-b3cc-5a20a42db969Thu, 08 Oct 2020 10:00:00 +0000Ali Momenhttps://www.patreon.com/softrevolutionContrary to Vienna, it's like they didn't even try, COVITA flops and then Michael Hollett, founder of NOW Magazine, and NXNE joins to chat about his new magazine, "NEXT".SIGN UP FOR OUR PATREON - $3/MTH - EXTENDED INTERVIEWS - EARLY ACCESS!Contrary to Vienna, it's like they didn't even try, COVITA flops and then Michael Hollett, founder of NOW Magazine, and NXNE joins to chat about his new magazine, "NEXT".]]>3985dance,music,next magazine,opera,trump,viennayes29fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/17280872/the-hopeful-criticJOIN OUR PATREON - $3/MONTH - EARLY ACCESS - EXTENDED INTERVIEWS!The debate. Building our own Big Lies.  Torq's anger as hope.  Politicians need to have artistic skin in the game.  Relationships over everything.  ]]>0290dd1f-88a8-4249-a3c8-74b7e8aaa91eThu, 01 Oct 2020 10:00:00 +0000Ali Momenhttps://www.patreon.com/softrevolutionThe debate. Building our own Big Lies.  Torq's anger as hope.  Politicians need to have artistic skin in the game.  Relationships over everything.  JOIN OUR PATREON - $3/MONTH - EARLY ACCESS - EXTENDED INTERVIEWS!The debate. Building our own Big Lies.  Torq's anger as hope.  Politicians need to have artistic skin in the game.  Relationships over everything.  ]]>3258yes28fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/17280872/inspiration-cookies-feat-craig-pikeJOIN OUR PATREON - $3/mth - EARLY ACCESS. PROUST QUESTIONNAIRE with GUESTS!Craig Pike of "Craig's Cookies" talks about his journey from artist to entrepreneur and how his artistry never left him and only helped.Ali returns to set and tells his story and Torq has issues with politicians.]]>e85156e8-3020-4215-8900-0ad09ca47efeFri, 25 Sep 2020 10:00:04 +0000Ali Momenhttps://www.patreon.com/softrevolutionCraig Pike of "Craig's Cookies" talks about his journey from artist to entrepreneur and how his artistry never left him and only helped.Ali returns to set and tells his story and Torq has issues with politicians.JOIN OUR PATREON - $3/mth - EARLY ACCESS. PROUST QUESTIONNAIRE with GUESTS!Craig Pike of "Craig's Cookies" talks about his journey from artist to entrepreneur and how his artistry never left him and only helped.Ali returns to set and tells his story and Torq has issues with politicians.]]>4702yes27fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/17280872/i-accept-that-which-you-reject-feat-chilJOIN OUR PATREON HERE! ]]>d6d578a8-fddb-43e0-a3d9-f0a65beb13a4Thu, 17 Sep 2020 10:00:02 +0000Ali MomenTorq is back from his drive cross-country and his drive-in concert and he has thoughts.  Then, Chilly Gonzales rejoins the pod to talk all the things.  To hear Chilly's amazing answers to the Proust Questionnaire and to get all our episodes a day...JOIN OUR PATREON HERE! ]]>4442yes26fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/17280872/money-out-the-window-feat-daniel-handlerJOIN OUR PATREON! ]]>138eb9ac-de8d-46c6-ac05-fd3664062bf4Fri, 28 Aug 2020 10:00:40 +0000Ali MomenDaniel Handler aka Lemony Snicket is on for a big and boisterous talk.  We recorded right as the NBA was on the verge of shutting down.  Perhaps it's time for us all to strike? For the full interview with Daniel, https://www.patreon.com/softrevolution JOIN OUR PATREON! ]]>4467ali momen,arts,daniel handler,film,lemony snicket,nba,politics,spotify,theare,torquil campbellyes25fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/17280872/america-the-beautiful-sometimesJOIN OUR PATREON!The Hillbilly Elegy and Us. Back to School. The Democratic National Convention. ]]>de44ec9b-71cb-43a7-8440-cbabf857cb9dFri, 21 Aug 2020 10:00:14 +0000Ali Momenhttps://www.patreon.com/softrevolutionThe Hillbilly Elegy and Us. Back to School. The Democratic National Convention. JOIN OUR PATREON!The Hillbilly Elegy and Us. Back to School. The Democratic National Convention. ]]>3239yes24fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/17280872/yes-we-andJOIN OUR PATREON ]]>29b0d2e3-0cc3-45d3-b268-01b53c12beeaFri, 14 Aug 2020 10:00:16 +0000Ali MomenIt's just Torq and Ali today and they have lots to talk about including the artist as an entrepreneur, why money direct to artists along with organizations could be the most bang for the buck, and finally, Kamala (pronounced "comma,la") Harris is the...JOIN OUR PATREON ]]>3564yes23fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/17280872/playing-to-a-mazda-miata-feat-dr-dave-obDr. Dave O'Brien.JOIN OUR PATREONFollow Us:TwitterInstagram ]]>06bd48f1-f0ed-47bc-976e-58b5d0d83c31Fri, 07 Aug 2020 10:00:12 +0000Ali MomenTorq is back from his road-trip across Canada and a check-in on culture from the UK with https://twitter.com/DrDaveOBrienhttps://www.patreon.com/softrevolutionFollow Us:https://twitter.com/softrevcasthttps://instagram.com/softrevcast Dr. Dave O'Brien.JOIN OUR PATREONFollow Us:TwitterInstagram ]]>4460yes22fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/17280872/growing-gains-feat-ravi-jainJOIN OUR PATREON!EMAIL US : SOFTREVCAST@GMAIL.COM ]]>f54372cf-4964-4f9f-aa3e-a0254b523efaSat, 01 Aug 2020 10:00:20 +0000Ali MomenTorquil is back officially next week, so today we have a rich, revealing, and powerful talk with Ravi Jain, who is the artistic director of Why Not Theatre and a Canadian cultural leader.  https://www.patreon.com/softrevolutionEMAIL US :...JOIN OUR PATREON!EMAIL US : SOFTREVCAST@GMAIL.COM ]]>3448yes21fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/17280872/back-to-first-principles-feat-jennifer-lJOIN OUR PATREONLINKS:"Fund Artists, Not Organizations" - Jennifer C. LenaThe arts need a New Deal to survive the pandemic - Misha BersonFOLLOW US:TwitterInstagramPatreon  ]]>afc44ff8-c667-4895-908f-7579c21b64b3Fri, 24 Jul 2020 10:00:03 +0000Ali MomenTorquil is moving cross country so Jennifer Lena guest hosts to talk about her new op-ed, how Ali can feel ok listening to Young T, and answers, "what's going on in America?" Then, an incredible interview with husband and wife all-stars Nick Duckart...JOIN OUR PATREONLINKS:"Fund Artists, Not Organizations" - Jennifer C. LenaThe arts need a New Deal to survive the pandemic - Misha BersonFOLLOW US:TwitterInstagramPatreon  ]]>5446arts,broadway,come from away,flim,koffee,music,rap,tv,wickedyes20fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/17280872/after-hours-excess-to-excellence-feat-jeClick here to join our Patreon to get a bonus episode like this every single week! For now, here's a taste.Jennifer Lena joins Ali and Torq for a wide ranging conversation on the #ArtsNewDeal, once again "The Letter", and we subject her to the Proust Questionnaire. Enjoy! Oh, btw, that was the incredible Leon Bridges leading us out. Check out his newest single - "Sweeter". Follow us:@softrevcast@alimomen ]]>4f45e4ef-1c67-4bbe-94ca-dfbc4e5be062Sun, 12 Jul 2020 23:31:46 +0000Ali Momenhttps://www.patreon.com/softrevolution to get a bonus episode like this every single week! For now, here's a taste.https://twitter.com/WITWhat joins Ali and Torq for a wide ranging conversation on the #ArtsNewDeal, once again "The Letter", and we...Click here to join our Patreon to get a bonus episode like this every single week! For now, here's a taste.Jennifer Lena joins Ali and Torq for a wide ranging conversation on the #ArtsNewDeal, once again "The Letter", and we subject her to the Proust Questionnaire. Enjoy! Oh, btw, that was the incredible Leon Bridges leading us out. Check out his newest single - "Sweeter". Follow us:@softrevcast@alimomen ]]>3872yesbonushttps://www.spreaker.com/user/17280872/angelica-eliza-and-artists-feat-miranda-Miranda Mulholland joins us to talk about the music industry, her incredible advocacy and how she's fighting the good fight.  Let's de-romanticize art.  And then..."The Letter".Please support our Patreon!Picks:Buffy Saint-Marie - Universal SoldierFollow us:@softrevcast@alimomen]]>6716770b-ec73-4ca7-961a-2a8e66ce0160Thu, 09 Jul 2020 16:09:15 +0000Ali Momenhttps://www.mirandamulholland.ca joins us to talk about the music industry, her incredible advocacy and how she's fighting the good fight.  Let's de-romanticize art.  And...Miranda Mulholland joins us to talk about the music industry, her incredible advocacy and how she's fighting the good fight.  Let's de-romanticize art.  And then..."The Letter".Please support our Patreon!Picks:Buffy Saint-Marie - Universal SoldierFollow us:@softrevcast@alimomen]]>5553art,hamilton,harpers,jk rowling,lin manuel miranda,music,spotify,theatre,youtubeyes18fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/17280872/addition-not-subtraction-feat-hans-abbinCheck it out here! Picks:James Blake - You're Too PreciousHAIM - Los AngelesFollow Us:@softrevcast@torquilcampbell@alimomen ]]>a46d8a15-5980-4b44-bd82-52a2e0cd6457Thu, 02 Jul 2020 10:00:05 +0000Ali MomenMaybe we shouldn't be burning it down, but adding even more than there was.  Enough with the scarcity mindset.  Then a fascinating interview with social scientist and artist Hans Abbing where he asks that we expand our definition what it is to be an...Check it out here! Picks:James Blake - You're Too PreciousHAIM - Los AngelesFollow Us:@softrevcast@torquilcampbell@alimomen ]]>3868yes17fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/17280872/the-audacity-of-mediocrity-feat-deepa-meSimon Diaz - Tonada de Luna LlenaFollow Us:@softrevcast@torquilcampbell@alimomenThank you for all your support! Please go ahead and rate us 5 stars if you like on Apple Podcasts. xo ]]>784da0b3-3f81-484f-a299-b02e975b3272Thu, 25 Jun 2020 10:00:25 +0000Ali MomenPlants go to the opera in Barcelona. The Trump Show looks like it's closing. Live Nation sucks. Then, an illuminating interview with the fearless Oscar nominated director, Deepa Mehta.Picks:Get Deepa's amazing episode of Little America on Apple...Simon Diaz - Tonada de Luna LlenaFollow Us:@softrevcast@torquilcampbell@alimomenThank you for all your support! Please go ahead and rate us 5 stars if you like on Apple Podcasts. xo ]]>4472arts,deepa mehta,film,television,theatreyes16fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/17280872/art-is-a-human-right-feat-jennifer-lena@WITWhat) drops some inspiration and insight in regards to the Works Progress Administration and art.SIGN THE PETITION! LET'S GET TO WORK!Grab Jennifer's amazing book - Entitled: Discriminating Tastes and the Expansion of the ArtsPicks:Dave Chappelle's 8:46The Thick Of ItPublic Enemy - Fight The PowerFollow Us:@softrevcast@torquilcampbell@alimomenThank you for all your support! Please go ahead and rate us 5 stars if you like on Apple Podcasts. xo ]]>82922231-3741-4a5e-aff9-a754017e1ebdThu, 18 Jun 2020 10:00:09 +0000Ali MomenThis #ArtsNewDeal is taking more than baby steps. Then, sociologist and author Jennifer Lena (https://twitter.com/WITWhat) drops some inspiration and insight in regards to the Works Progress Administration and...@WITWhat) drops some inspiration and insight in regards to the Works Progress Administration and art.SIGN THE PETITION! LET'S GET TO WORK!Grab Jennifer's amazing book - Entitled: Discriminating Tastes and the Expansion of the ArtsPicks:Dave Chappelle's 8:46The Thick Of ItPublic Enemy - Fight The PowerFollow Us:@softrevcast@torquilcampbell@alimomenThank you for all your support! Please go ahead and rate us 5 stars if you like on Apple Podcasts. xo ]]>4498arts,roosevelt,theatre,trump,wpayes15fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/17280872/artsnewdealCanada's arts sector needs transformative action similar to Works Progress AdministrationPicks:Burna Boy - AnybodyLangston Hughes - a selection of poemsFollow Us:@softrevcast@torquilcampbell@alimomenThank you for all your support! Please go ahead and rate us 5 stars if you like on Apple Podcasts. xo ]]>a4a6b670-c8a3-4e6a-8f13-df5301b576a8Thu, 11 Jun 2020 17:47:43 +0000Ali MomenRESET, RELIEF, REBUILD, and REFORM -  a lucid and inspirational discussion with Daniel Silver, Mark S. Fox, and Gail Lord about an Artistic New Deal that integrates artists in all facets of society. Let's get to WORK!Join the movement!...Canada's arts sector needs transformative action similar to Works Progress AdministrationPicks:Burna Boy - AnybodyLangston Hughes - a selection of poemsFollow Us:@softrevcast@torquilcampbell@alimomenThank you for all your support! Please go ahead and rate us 5 stars if you like on Apple Podcasts. xo ]]>3929arts,artsnewdeal,canada,wpayes14fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/17280872/if-you-stand-with-hate-youre-standing-inAnti-Racism resourcesPicks:In The Garden of Beasts- Love, Terror, and an American Family in Hitler's Berlin Marvin Gaye - What's Going OnFollow Us:@softrevcast@torquilcampbell@alimomenThank you for all your support! Please go ahead and rate us 5 stars if you like on Apple Podcasts. xo]]>47e66093-839a-499b-b3b7-239bd54e846fThu, 04 Jun 2020 10:00:16 +0000Ali MomenWe almost didn't record a podcast this week.  But we did, and it's a raw one....Anti-Racism resourcesPicks:In The Garden of Beasts- Love, Terror, and an American Family in Hitler's Berlin Marvin Gaye - What's Going OnFollow Us:@softrevcast@torquilcampbell@alimomenThank you for all your support! Please go ahead and rate us 5 stars if you like on Apple Podcasts. xo]]>3808yes13fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/17280872/confessions-part-iiiAfter the Coronavirus, Prepare for the Roaring Twenties - The AtlanticCanada's arts sector needs transformative action similar to Works Progress Administration - Globe and MailIt's Going to Take Time - Evalyn ParryPicks:Cleo Sol - Why Don't YouFollow Us:@softrevcast@torquilcampbell@alimomenThank you for all your support! Please go ahead and rate us 5 stars if you like on Apple Podcasts. xo]]>8c50305c-0abb-47cb-8f7f-291f050895abThu, 28 May 2020 11:19:42 +0000Ali MomenAli was at Trinity Bellwoods Park and here is his story. Policy needs to be like art - imaginative. Then, a chat with the artistic director of Buddies In Bad Times Theatre, Evalyn ParryLinks...After the Coronavirus, Prepare for the Roaring Twenties - The AtlanticCanada's arts sector needs transformative action similar to Works Progress Administration - Globe and MailIt's Going to Take Time - Evalyn ParryPicks:Cleo Sol - Why Don't YouFollow Us:@softrevcast@torquilcampbell@alimomenThank you for all your support! Please go ahead and rate us 5 stars if you like on Apple Podcasts. xo]]>4752yes12fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/17280872/we-do-not-want-a-digital-exitAndrew Scott- SeaWallThe 1975 - GuysFollow Us:@softrevcast@torquilcampbell@alimomenThank you for all your support! Please go ahead and rate us 5 stars if you like on Apple Podcasts. xo]]>33270232-0357-439f-9d7f-d52babe9fdebThu, 21 May 2020 10:00:11 +0000Ali MomenThe Last Dance is amazing. Drive-ins are a thing, but are they THE thing? Zoom is a clusterfuck.  Then, an interview with Charles Spearin and Esmaeel Abofakher about their upcoming musical about the Canadian Sponsorship...Andrew Scott- SeaWallThe 1975 - GuysFollow Us:@softrevcast@torquilcampbell@alimomenThank you for all your support! Please go ahead and rate us 5 stars if you like on Apple Podcasts. xo]]>4107yes11fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/17280872/pod-save-the-artsJeffrey Katzenberg Blames Pandemic for Quibi's Rough Start - New York TimesSarah Cooper's incredible Trump lip-syncingDear Diary: Why this Calgary student calls isolation the 'two-headed gift of time' - Ariana's essay for CBCPicks : Nina Simone - I Wish I Knew How It Would Feel To Be FreeFollow Us:@softrevcast@torquilcampbell@alimomenThank you for all your support! Please go ahead and rate us 5 stars if you like on Apple Podcasts. xo]]>a28c8081-725a-4c27-a44c-7e0417c0e5a6Thu, 14 May 2020 10:00:14 +0000Ali MomenIt's time for an Artistic New Deal.  Enough with the "new normal".  Torq's online show inspired Ali.  Then, an interview with our future - Caitlin Galichan-Lowe and her incredible grade-11 student Ariana Revnic.Links...Jeffrey Katzenberg Blames Pandemic for Quibi's Rough Start - New York TimesSarah Cooper's incredible Trump lip-syncingDear Diary: Why this Calgary student calls isolation the 'two-headed gift of time' - Ariana's essay for CBCPicks : Nina Simone - I Wish I Knew How It Would Feel To Be FreeFollow Us:@softrevcast@torquilcampbell@alimomenThank you for all your support! Please go ahead and rate us 5 stars if you like on Apple Podcasts. xo]]>4269yes10fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/17280872/art-matters-because-its-the-thing-i-do-wTORQ'S SHOW! - GET YOUR TICKETS - 9pm EST - Thursday May 6thTarragon Theatre's 2020-2021 season unannouncement - Globe and MailWill Socially Distanced Rehearsals Leave Space for Good Theatre? - New York TimesChilly Gonzales breaks down Billie EilishChilly Gonzales - Solo Piano LivePicks:Kraftwerk's 10 Best Songs - BillboardFleetwood Mac - LandslideFollow Us:@softrevcast@torquilcampbell@alimomen@chillygonzalesThank you for all your support! Please go ahead and rate us 5 stars if you like on Apple Podcasts. xo]]>db38a615-7b43-4dc3-a13d-0cd98ea0720cThu, 07 May 2020 10:00:22 +0000Ali MomenCan we be more like Germany please? Speaking of Germany, we chat with the musical genius Chilly Gonazales from his home in Cologne....TORQ'S SHOW! - GET YOUR TICKETS - 9pm EST - Thursday May 6thTarragon Theatre's 2020-2021 season unannouncement - Globe and MailWill Socially Distanced Rehearsals Leave Space for Good Theatre? - New York TimesChilly Gonzales breaks down Billie EilishChilly Gonzales - Solo Piano LivePicks:Kraftwerk's 10 Best Songs - BillboardFleetwood Mac - LandslideFollow Us:@softrevcast@torquilcampbell@alimomen@chillygonzalesThank you for all your support! Please go ahead and rate us 5 stars if you like on Apple Podcasts. xo]]>4631art,broadway,chilly gonzales,come from away,germany,music,theatreyes9fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/17280872/year-zeroTheatre mentorship website GhostLight aims to keep artists, audiences connected during COVID-19 pandemic - The Globe and MailFace Masks and Fewer Seats : One Theater Tries Saving Summer - The New York TimesMore than 12 million people attended Travis Scott's Fortnite concert - The VergeNic Harcourt's 88.5FM Mornings with JetPicks :Bon Iver - PDLIFJay Electronica - The Blinding feat. Travis ScottFollow Us: @softrevcast@torquilcampbell@alimomen@nicharcourtThank you for all your support! Please go ahead and rate us 5 stars if you like on Apple Podcasts. xo]]>1028ca65-e17b-4940-a589-fc7018ad4b26Thu, 30 Apr 2020 10:00:06 +0000Ali MomenLinks:https://www.theglobeandmail.com/arts/theatre-and-performance/article-theatre-mentorship-website-ghostlight-aims-to-keep-artists-audiences/https://www.nytimes.com/2020/04/28/theater/barrington-stage-coronavirus.html?referringSource=articleSharehtt...Theatre mentorship website GhostLight aims to keep artists, audiences connected during COVID-19 pandemic - The Globe and MailFace Masks and Fewer Seats : One Theater Tries Saving Summer - The New York TimesMore than 12 million people attended Travis Scott's Fortnite concert - The VergeNic Harcourt's 88.5FM Mornings with JetPicks :Bon Iver - PDLIFJay Electronica - The Blinding feat. Travis ScottFollow Us: @softrevcast@torquilcampbell@alimomen@nicharcourtThank you for all your support! Please go ahead and rate us 5 stars if you like on Apple Podcasts. xo]]>4330yes8fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/17280872/this-aint-ratatouilleAustralia's 'Neighbours' Sets Safety Protocols As It Resumes Production - DeadlineIf Cannes cancels, expect this year's movie calendar to be tossed into the shredder - Globe and MailPicks :Trapped on NetflixMove On - Sunday In The Park With GeorgeFollow us:@softrevcast@torquilcampbell@alimomen@HertzBarryThank you for all your support! Please go ahead and rate us 5 stars if you like on Apple Podcasts. xo]]>ec4b4a85-ebfc-4f2f-b2f3-1ba92044f73cFri, 24 Apr 2020 10:00:02 +0000Ali MomenLinks:https://deadline.com/2020/04/neighbours-resumes-production-australia-coronavirus-guidelines-safety-plan-1202913780/https://www.theglobeandmail.com/arts/film/article-if-cannes-cancels-expect-this-years-movie-calendar-to-be-tossed-into/Picks...Australia's 'Neighbours' Sets Safety Protocols As It Resumes Production - DeadlineIf Cannes cancels, expect this year's movie calendar to be tossed into the shredder - Globe and MailPicks :Trapped on NetflixMove On - Sunday In The Park With GeorgeFollow us:@softrevcast@torquilcampbell@alimomen@HertzBarryThank you for all your support! Please go ahead and rate us 5 stars if you like on Apple Podcasts. xo]]>4177yes7fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/17280872/ive-got-plenty-drakeDrake's Quarantine Content is Tone Deaf - Vinay MenonBill Gates and Ellen DeGeneresPicks :Rosalía - Juro QueLaura Marling - Song For Our DaughterFollow us:@softrevcast@torquilcampbell@alimomen  ]]>3a6ecd48-ced7-4a9b-939f-54a3d83bca0fFri, 17 Apr 2020 11:00:07 +0000Ali MomenLinks :https://www.thestar.com/opinion/contributors/2020/04/12/drakes-quarantine-content-is-tone-deaf.htmlhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5oEcxMfwJnw&t=992sPicks...Drake's Quarantine Content is Tone Deaf - Vinay MenonBill Gates and Ellen DeGeneresPicks :Rosalía - Juro QueLaura Marling - Song For Our DaughterFollow us:@softrevcast@torquilcampbell@alimomen  ]]>3708art,come from away,covid-19,drake,film,music,spotify,theatre,tvyes6fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/17280872/whats-the-plan-stan@healeytypes) got into a Twitter spat over whether big names giving out their art for free online ruins it for the little guy trying to make a buck. While we wait for the vaccine, and the ability to congregate again, do you make art, and what kind? Plus, if you've got a play and you want some feedback from Michael Healey, well, email him at (mtlh50@gmail.com)! He'd be happy to take a look and give you his feedback. Links:The Forgotten Art of Assembly - Nicholas BergerPicks:Hardy Caprio - an amazing hip-hop artist from London, UK.John Prine - RIP to the great singer/songwriter.Follow us:@softrevcast@torquilcampbell@alimomen]]>46518bab-5fd9-4f7f-b05b-1b6b5571054bFri, 10 Apr 2020 10:00:07 +0000Ali MomenTorquil and Michael Healey (https://twitter.com/healeytypes) got into a Twitter spat over whether big names giving out their art for free online ruins it for the little guy trying to make a buck. While we wait for the vaccine, and the ability to...@healeytypes) got into a Twitter spat over whether big names giving out their art for free online ruins it for the little guy trying to make a buck. While we wait for the vaccine, and the ability to congregate again, do you make art, and what kind? Plus, if you've got a play and you want some feedback from Michael Healey, well, email him at (mtlh50@gmail.com)! He'd be happy to take a look and give you his feedback. Links:The Forgotten Art of Assembly - Nicholas BergerPicks:Hardy Caprio - an amazing hip-hop artist from London, UK.John Prine - RIP to the great singer/songwriter.Follow us:@softrevcast@torquilcampbell@alimomen]]>3868ali momen,art,coronavirus,culture,michael healey,politics,theatreyes5fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/17280872/a-modern-day-peep-showA Catastrophe for the Night Economy - Torquil's piece in The AtlanticThe Plague - Alain De Botton breaks down Albert Camus' masterpiece.Charlotte CornfieldJim PenolaYou can follow us on Twitter as well :@softrevcast@torquilcampbell@alimomen]]>0c53d7c3-1b9e-4e8d-8a2c-c33bc34d3de8Fri, 03 Apr 2020 10:00:27 +0000Ali Momenhttps://www.theatlantic.com/ideas/archive/2020/03/musicians-coronavirus-second-cataclysm/608074/ - Torquil's piece in The...A Catastrophe for the Night Economy - Torquil's piece in The AtlanticThe Plague - Alain De Botton breaks down Albert Camus' masterpiece.Charlotte CornfieldJim PenolaYou can follow us on Twitter as well :@softrevcast@torquilcampbell@alimomen]]>3422yes4fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/17280872/marie-kondo-that-sh-t90545d24-0fae-420e-bea7-f7ca70124ebfFri, 27 Mar 2020 10:00:12 +0000Ali MomenThe boys are back talking about Covid-19 and the grief we are all experiencing and how we need to be compassionate and kind to each other in this moment. - even those lined up to buy a video game. Then they dive into the present and future of the...3441corona,covid,theatreyes3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/17280872/the-virus-will-not-kill-the-arts61d04171-def1-4198-9940-4aa11dcadb32Mon, 23 Mar 2020 10:00:07 +0000Ali MomenTorquil and Ali will be back with a full episode on Friday, but in the meantime Ali interviews Dr. Allan Detsky - a renowned doctor, economist, theatre producer and investor. They talk about the virus, why it's unique, what is the ideal way to...1970come from away,corona,covidyes2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/17280872/the-second-mountain-is-a-socialist-one04564594-275c-44a2-aef2-90622e477657Fri, 20 Mar 2020 12:56:47 +0000Ali MomenToday we talk about well, what do you think? COVID-19 has taken over all our lives. Where do we go from here? Is there a beautiful depth in this dark surface? Where is art's place in it and how do we artists cope with the uncertain future. This is...3703art,corona,covid 19,culture,david brooks,news,virusyes1full