The PAUSE
Andrew Ari ClibanoffRadio show and podcast providing sanctuary for the wild ones. Ari hosts a loosely scripted, surreal radio parody exploring cultural production in alignment with ecological intelligence in the multiverse of Knoxville. As visual, environmental, and musical artists, Ari and Ash practice emergent strategies experimenting with radio as art medium. Featuring improvised interviews, stories, and music, Th... more
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 49 | Founded | 5 months ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Visual ArtsArtsSelf-ImprovementEducation | |||
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Ari pauses to explore the kitchen of Potchke Deli and its streamlined operations through the fascinating lens of its creative visionary. Why have so many residents of and visitors to Knoxville been asking, "Is this a miracle? Can this be true? Where ... more
Season Finale - Ash unearths the crux of Ari's conflict with neighbor Ron which leads to his exodus to the neighborhood of Martin. Unfortunately more conflict surfaces within the religious orientation of his family of origin.
Mittelschmerz (s2e12) is one-sided, lower abdominal pain associated with ovulation. German for “middle pain,” Mittelschmerz occurs midway through a menstrual cycle. Similarly Ari and Ash have to move through Knoxville’s narrow channels with pain, inc... more
Despite a successful day as preacher, Ash unexpectedly takes Ari the church layman to Knoxville's First Creek for a teaching he will never forget. Fortunately Ash has a lot of biblical lessons for Ari to learn. Unfortunately Ari loses his handle on h... more
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- Introspective and creative
Listening to The Pause feels like stumbling into a dream where your dad is hosting a late-night radio show from an alternate dimension—and somehow, you’re into it. It’s weird, it’s eccentric, and half the time I don’t totally know what’s going on… but that’s kind of the point.
This isn’t your typical podcast. It’s not linear, it doesn’t hold your hand, and it definitely doesn’t explain itself. One minute you’re hearing about the philosophy of silence, the next you’re getting a monologue that so... more
Apple Podcasts5Calcalx96
United States4 months ago - Take a Pause
Many thanks to Ari, Ash and the Parrot for giving me the opportunity to take a Pause from the devastating daily news cycle and take in thoughtful nourishing content that feeds me at a deeper level. Playful, irreverent, and soulful, it reminds me that I am not alone in longing for community that shares my values around ecology, the Sacred, and wild creative space.
Apple Podcasts5Espiritu SalvajeUnited States4 months ago - Playful and more…
"There is no intention here except to play with radio," was uttered by Ari Clibanoff in an early episode of "The Pause," a podcast that originates as a weekly radio show on radioKCM.com, Knoxville. Ari and his co-host, Ash, dive into wide-ranging and free-roaming ideas about creativity and the myriad ways it connects us with everything within, around, and beyond "us." Invited guests and occasional musical tracks punctuate the weekly offerings. Some episodes are extremely serious and lofty, while... more
Apple Podcasts5NPR-JunkieUnited States4 months ago - PAUSE
Ari + Ashley deliver an hour of playful yet meaningful subjects that are wonderfully contextualized, PAUSING at just the right moments. I especially love the PAUSE to dance and let what was spoken into the ether time to marinate with joyful abandon.
Apple Podcasts5Blondie2025United States4 months ago - Love The Pause
I love the organic and classic nature of this podcast. When Ari and Ash banter it’s like the antithesis of Howard Stern and Robin Quivers - A high culture, groundbreaking conversation that elevates and stays miles above the lowest common denominator that popular culture tries to force feed us, The Pause is a breath of Fresh Air. Too bad that name was already taken.
Apple Podcasts5OceanDancer33483United States4 months ago
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What is The PAUSE about and what kind of topics does it cover?
A unique exploration of creativity and community, this podcast weaves together surreal humor, philosophical reflections, and ecological awareness through improvised conversations and artistic narratives. Co-hosts Ari and Ash engage in a lively dialogue filled with whimsical anecdotes and profound insights, inviting listeners to consider the interconnectedness of life, art, and the environment. With topics ranging from personal growth to cultural production, each episode provides a thoughtful sanctuary for those who enjoy a blend of poetic storytelling and playful banter.
Listeners can expect a non-linear format that encourages reflection and deeper engagement with the world around them, celebrating the quirks of everyday life while also ad... more
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The PAUSE launched 5 months ago and published 49 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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Recent guests on The PAUSE include:
1. Kaitlyn Corse
2. Mo Squito
3. Kenjo Clerk
4. David Shea
5. Sarah Ledbetter
6. Maura Manzo
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