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The Shadow Of The Man

THAT Andi
Burning Man
San Francisco
Black Rock City
Community
Cacophany Society
Los Angeles
Personal Growth
Cacophony Society
Temple Burn
Larry Harvey
Media Mecca
Swift Camp
Black Rock Desert
Afrikaburn
London
Photography
Regional Burns
Mobus
Pepe Ozan
Illumination Village

Why do people go to Burning Man year after year, some for decades? Isn't it all a big party or is there more to it than that? The Shadow Of The Man show explores the impact and influence Burning Man has had on people over time in their own words. New long form interviews from a wide range of participants come out weekly. You will hear from the founders to key volunteers to regular participants. No... more

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Episode 83 the Year In Review is out now! Host Andi reviews the evolution and future of Shadow of the Man, an independent, non-commercial audio project dedicated to exploring how Burning Man impacts and influences people over time. Moving into its th... more

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Shadow Shorts #16 is out now! Recorded at BRC in 2025 participants were challenged to explain BM‘s impact in 5 minutes or less. Each Shadow Short is one person’s story, please enjoy this short story of how Burning Man has impacted and influenced peop... more

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Episode 81 with Megan Miller is out now! Meet Megan Miller who explores the transformative power of the Burning Man festival and its enduring impact on her personal and professional trajectory. The conversation details Megan’s transition from a gover... more

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Episode 80 with Mark Day is out now! Meet Mark Day, a veteran Burner and filmmaker known for his long-form documentation of the Burning Man festival. The conversation explores Mark's creative evolution from capturing raw footage in the late 1990s to ... more

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Recent Guests

Ranger Crow
Operations manager of the Black Rock Rangers
Black Rock City / Burning Man
Episode: EP 74 Ranger Crow
Mikey Potter
Burning Man community member based in Brooklyn, originally from Nashville
Brooklyn Burning Man community
Episode: EP 73 Shadow Shorts #13
Jen Reed
Burning Man artist and fabricator
Episode: EP 72 Jen Reed
Ian Rowen
Burning Man regional contact and academic focused on geography, culture, and transnational communities
Burning Man Organization / Academia
Episode: EP 71 Ian Rowen
Dame Nipples Dangerpence
Guest, long-time Burning Man attendee from Canada
Episode: EP 70 Shadow Shorts #12
Justin Credible
Emperor Zou performer and Burning Man veteran described as Empress Zoe in 1996, later involved in opera and various camps
Burning Man community
Episode: EP 69 Justin Credible
Fly Trap
Guest sharing Burning Man experiences and community insights
Episode: EP 67 Shadow Shorts #11
Dana Albany
Artist and sculptor involved in Burning Man projects and community-building
Independent artist / Burning Man community
Episode: EP 66 Dana Albany
Lady Bee
Burning Man participant and organizer (Christine Kristen)
Burning Man organization
Episode: EP 65 Lady Bee

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Andy
Host of The Shadow Of The Man

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 21 ratings
  • Great behind the scenes show

    It’s such a wonderful take on the insiders world of Burning Man. Host Andi is brilliant at getting to the reasons behind his guests participation in this amazing and often unknown festival. For those who are thinking about participating or are voyeuristically interested this podcast is a must listen to.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    802JD
    United States6 months ago
  • Authentic burning man experience

    Burning man is a lot of different things to different people. No one’s experience is the same.

    This podcasts gives voice to burners’ wildly different experiences and backgrounds and sheds some light on why people decide to make it a part of their lives.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Chlo-in-the-dark
    United Statesa year ago
  • Fantastic

    Great podcast. Thank you so much for doing this! Much love from Anonymous Village. Great interviews. Keep them coming!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Delmerbt
    United States2 years ago
  • Burning Man Festival

    This podcast is greatly creative and brings a sense of understanding to the wide range of the American Culture. It brings to light the many artists and their experiences and does well to cultivate a relationship with the listener to the real exposure of burning man.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ktialea
    United States2 years ago
  • Dan the Man

    Fantastic podcast with great insights into the Burning Man experience.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Slicemandan
    United States2 years ago

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A well-produced show that makes Burning Man feel accessible and human
Insightful deep-dives into personal Burning Man experiences
The host asks thoughtful questions that illuminate guests' journeys
Listeners praise the authentic, personal storytelling around community and art

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

EP 74 Ranger Crow
Q: How did you first hear about Burning Man and decide to go in 1998?
I heard whispers growing up around the Bay Area and the desert camps; a friend in a band and a DJ invited us to perform at Radio Free Burning Man and to check out the event itself, which led to our first trip and a life-changing realization about the community and its possibilities.
EP 73 Shadow Shorts #13
Q: And what keeps you coming back?
He describes the enduring power of human connections over the spectacle, noting that the community and meaningful relationships are the core draw of Burning Man for him.
EP 73 Shadow Shorts #13
Q: So after you came back from your first Burning Man, like how did your life change?
Mikey explains that the first burn helped him discover who he could be, emphasizing how desert experiences reveal one's true self and what they can offer to others.
EP 72 Jen Reed
Q: What has Burning Man given you as a career?
A pathway to become a professional artist with a broad community, access to mentors, and practical opportunities like the honoraria and the Box Shop, enabling a bi-coastal practice and collaborations with other renowned artists.
EP 72 Jen Reed
Q: How did you start making art out there and escalate to large installations?
She joined a LA burner crew, learned by doing, and gradually took on leadership roles in camps like Destination Unknown and later Vertical Camp, transitioning from labor to project leadership as she gained skills and confidence.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Shadow Of The Man

What is The Shadow Of The Man about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on Burning Man through long-form conversations with artists, organizers, and seasoned attendees. Episodes commonly explore how participation evolves from festival roots into enduring careers and community-building, covering topics like large-scale art, regional networks, logistics, safety, decommodification, and the personal transformations that come with years of involvement. Listeners are treated to deep, first-hand narratives about craft, mentorship, and the festival's cultural reach—from pre-event roots to international collaborations—along with candid reflections on identity, belonging, and the evolving ethos of Burning Man. A standout aspect is the strong emphasis on community-building, regional ecosystems, and the p... more

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Recent guests on The Shadow Of The Man include:

1. Ranger Crow
2. Mikey Potter
3. Jen Reed
4. Ian Rowen
5. Dame Nipples Dangerpence
6. Justin Credible
7. Fly Trap
8. Dana Albany

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