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Burning Man LIVE

Burning Man Project
Burning Man
Black Rock City
Community Engagement
Art
Robot Heart
Cultural Exchange
Creativity
Regional Events
Radical Self-Expression
Volunteerism
Community
Sustainability
Art Grants
Leaving No Trace
Community Service
Covid-19
Creative Expression
Carpentry
Art Cars
Environmental Responsibility

Meet those who make Burning Man happen, beyond the desert and out in the world. Artists, activists, and innovators. Builders and Burners, freaks and fools. Burning Man floats on a sea of stories, and the Burning Man LIVE podcast is a plucky little boat with a microphone.

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes134Founded6 years ago
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What do you get when you mix 3,200 Burners, a lush Canadian forest, and a summer fire ban? Oh, and an event theme that is literally just the word... MOIST.

Wander through the woods of Otherworld, one of British Columbia’s rapid... more

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What happens when Burner behavior goes under the microscope? Sociologists, ecologists, and economists have been on this show. Now we’re looking at this culture through a new lens: primatology.

Isabel Behncke is an evolutio... more

This culture started in dust and ephemerality. We build metropolises of art and fire, then we leave no trace. How do we translate that inspiration into a rhythm for everyday life? What happens when a temporary autonomous zone puts down roots?

The Bo... more

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Most people in Black Rock City live together in placed camps (theme camps), the most unique aspect of this unique event. BRC has 1400 camps.

Theme Camps = Communal Effort + Intimacy + Self-Expressi... more

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Recent Guests

Jax Creatrix
Jacqueline Cattell, regional organizer and effigy lead influence
Otherworld, Victoria Burning Man community
Episode: OTHERWORLD - Vancouver Island's Regional Ripple Effect
Adam Jamieson
Zephyr, DMV council member and regional producer
Otherworld, Burning Man DMV
Episode: OTHERWORLD - Vancouver Island's Regional Ripple Effect
Isabel Behncke
Chilean-born scientist studying social behavior in primates (bonobos); guest on the episode
Burning Man Project Board (since 2025)
Episode: Serious Play - Isabel Behncke
Hampus Lindblad
Leader from Borderland
Borderland
Episode: The Borderland: Trust Creates Worlds
Liselotte Norman
Leader from Borderland
Borderland
Episode: The Borderland: Trust Creates Worlds
Samuel M. Coniglio
Spaceman Sam, writer, inventor, and retrofuturist; ranger and part of the Neverwas Haul community
Burning Man Project / space tourism community
Episode: Burners in Space! Meet Spaceman Sam
Colin Jemmott
Lead artist at Glass House Arts and part of YOUtopia
Glass House Arts
Episode: Open Source Innovation
MJ Brovold
Lead artist at Glass House Arts and co-creator of YOUtopia
Glass House Arts
Episode: Open Source Innovation
Sam Smith
Collaborator on solar shade technology project, Starshade
Precipitation Northwest
Episode: Open Source Innovation

Hosts

Stuart Mangrum
Host and executive producer of the show
Andie Grace
Host of Burning Man LIVE, action-oriented host

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 126 ratings
  • Great BtS info

    I love learning the behind the scenes details and backstories of how cultural phenomena are made and evolve, and this podcast does an excellent job of giving history and context of burning man as an event and a cultural influence, via the perspective and stories of the individuals who make it what it is. Andie is a great interviewer, the audio is good (as in, misophonia safe), and the guests are smart and interesting. Bravi!

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    mfdxdxdx
    United States2 years ago
  • Such a great listen!

    I have loved hearing so many perspectives and stories on this podcast about burning man. I think that this podcast is built for a large audience, both for those that have been and those that are curious! Check it out. You won't be disappointed!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dreamingz111
    United States2 years ago
  • Such a great podcast!

    So many great stories and content both and off the playa. I especially enjoyed the stories from the early years of burning man. Highly recommend listening!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    kpm703
    United States2 years ago
  • Everything you wanted to know…and more!

    A delightful, informative, wondrous and sometimes wacky look at the people that make Burning Man happen in the world. Hosts Stuart, Andie, Kbot and Vav keep the interviews moving along while bringing their own storied histories into play. A must listen to anyone who’s been, who wants to go or is just curious about what that Burning Man thing is.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SFMike
    United States2 years ago
  • Great History and current info

    Looking forward to my first Burn. This podcast has been a great source of information and listening to the older episodes gives a great history lesson. Eagerly awaiting more episodes.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    A sad Maggie
    United States2 years ago

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Serious Play - Isabel Behncke
Q: How did you come to Burning Man from an academic background, and what did you observe that linked your primatology work to playa life?
A personal invitation to give a talk at a festival near San Francisco led to an ongoing exploration of play in humans; witnessing how adults engage in spontaneous, coordinated play at Burning Man paralleled findings from primate play, revealing a shared language of social experimentation.
Serious Play - Isabel Behncke
Q: What does this close genetic cousin of humans, the bonobo, teach us about our own social behavior?
Bonobos illuminate how social bonding, cooperative play, and flexible sexual behavior can reduce conflict and build alliances, suggesting humans may share deep, ancient roots for using play and ritual to manage social relations.
Mark Day - 10,000 Hours at Burning Man
Q: What do you think about AI in the context of creativity?
Mark discusses his complex feelings about AI, understanding the anxieties but recognizing it as a tool for creative exploration.
Mark Day - 10,000 Hours at Burning Man
Q: How did you first find your way to Burning Man?
Mark shares that he first went to Burning Man in 1997, motivated by a memory and desire to embrace the artistic environment.
Desert Arts Preview - Hear the Stories
Q: What are your thoughts on sustainability represented in artwork today?
The theme of environmental sustainability is prevalent; many artists are working with reclaimed materials and addressing climate issues, reflecting the current zeitgeist.

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What is Burning Man LIVE about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A culture-forward interview series exploring how Burning Man ideas translate into real-world communities, art, governance, and sustainability. Conversations frequently center on collective creativity, participatory culture, and infrastructure—from land stewardship and open governance to solar tech and art cars. Notable is the mix of scientists, artists, organizers, and space enthusiasts who illuminate how play, ritual, and mutual aid shape large-scale, values-driven projects beyond the desert. The show often features guests deeply embedded in Burning Man networks, regional communities, and civic initiatives, making it a rich resource for brands seeking thoughtful, culture-shaped storytelling and for listeners eager to understand how radical... more

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Recent guests on Burning Man LIVE include:

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2. Adam Jamieson
3. Isabel Behncke
4. Hampus Lindblad
5. Liselotte Norman
6. Samuel M. Coniglio
7. Colin Jemmott
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