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It's time to put the arts on game! Hosts Lee Bynum, Paige Reynolds, and Rocky Jones are three Black, queer artists and pop culture aficionados, who are working every day to bring more diversity, equity, and inclusivity into the arts. Noted by The New York Times as one of the "Podcasts Opera Pros Tune To" in 2021, The Score is their provocative, thoughtful, and humorous commentary on the industry's... more

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Good day, Scorekeepers! It's a very special week! Why? It's Rocky and Paige's birthdays! And it's also time for another episode of your favorite podcast, THE SCORE! On this edition, we're recapping episode 2 of our new fave, Carnival Catwalk. "Pan Me... more

Oh my goodness, Scorekeepers! We're back with another episode of your favorite podcast, THE SCORE! This week, we chat through some of the big news items of the past few weeks. First, we get grossed out by the Epstein emails, but then we cleanse our p... more

Dear Scorekeepers, we've got an announcement to make. We simply couldn't finish Season 11 of RDPR. The shade stopped being fun, our eyes were starved for eleganza and we so were tired of getting on here and complaining at you. So you can imagine our ... more

Hey there, Scorekeepers! On our off weeks for the next few months, we're revisiting ART CLASS, the 12-episode series all about arts and arts education that we released last year. We hope you enjoy taking this stroll down memory lane with us!

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Recent Guests

Kao Kalia Yang
Writer and author
Episode: Banjos and Beyoncé (w/Jake Blount & Kao Kalia Yang) [RE-RELEASE]
Jake Blount
Award-winning musician and scholar
Episode: Banjos and Beyoncé (w/Jake Blount & Kao Kalia Yang) [RE-RELEASE]
Stephanie Dinkins
Trans media artist focusing on race, gender, and AI
Stony Brook University
Episode: No Shade to the Robots (w/Stephanie Dinkins & C. Quintana) [RE-RELEASE]
C. Quintana
Playwright and writer, involved in advocating for better treatment of playwrights
Episode: No Shade to the Robots (w/Stephanie Dinkins & C. Quintana) [RE-RELEASE]
Tanya Denise Fields
Founding executive director of The Black Feminist Project, public speaker, and advocate for social change.
The Black Feminist Project
Episode: Johnetta Appleseed (w/Tanya Denise Fields)
Jonathan McCrory
Executive artistic director at National Black Theatre, Tony Award nominated producer.
National Black Theatre
Episode: Protecting Our Peace (w/Jonathan McCrory & Jennifer Lisette Lopez) [RE-RELEASE]
Jennifer Lisette Lopez
Choreographer, dance educator, and community builder.
Self-employed, based in Madrid
Episode: Protecting Our Peace (w/Jonathan McCrory & Jennifer Lisette Lopez) [RE-RELEASE]
Michael C. Mason
Chair of Africana Studies at Berklee College of Music
Berklee College of Music
Episode: Even Cowboys Sing the Blues (w/Christopher Fuller & Dr. Michael C. Mason) [RE-RELEASE]
Christopher Fuller
Founder and Director of the Black Music Project
Griot's Eye and Ink
Episode: Even Cowboys Sing the Blues (w/Christopher Fuller & Dr. Michael C. Mason) [RE-RELEASE]

Hosts

Rocky Jones
A co-host and dynamic contributor to discussions of arts and culture, bringing humor and critical insights.
Paige Reynolds
A co-host involved in discussions surrounding Black and queer culture, often reflecting on social issues.
Dr. Lee Bynum
Co-host providing critical insights on art and community care, emphasizing the importance of representation.

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4.6 out of 5 stars from 30 ratings
  • Art, Life

    So grateful for the heart and the thoughtfulness that the cohosts and their guests bring to this podcast. It feels like I’m listening in on a conversation with some good friends that I trust. Thank you Rocky, Paige and Lee!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Blogitone
    United States4 years ago
  • It’s so important!

    Thank you to Rocky, Paige, and Lee for giving voice to the complex struggle for DEI in opera and beyond. Thank you also for always celebrating Black joy. I look forward to the future of this show.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jychri
    United States5 years ago

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Banjos and Beyoncé (w/Jake Blount & Kao Kalia Yang) [RE-RELEASE]
Q: What advice would you give to aspiring writers?
Do it messily and take your story from beginning to end, as the more you write, the better you'll get.
Banjos and Beyoncé (w/Jake Blount & Kao Kalia Yang) [RE-RELEASE]
Q: What misconceptions do people have about writers?
Many believe that writers read a lot, while the reality is that creating often takes precedence over reading.
Banjos and Beyoncé (w/Jake Blount & Kao Kalia Yang) [RE-RELEASE]
Q: What kind of writer are you?
I write stories for both children and adults, including picture books and memoirs, and anything I feel passionate about.
No Shade to the Robots (w/Stephanie Dinkins & C. Quintana) [RE-RELEASE]
Q: Why should your line of work not be replaced by artificial intelligence?
AI cannot replicate the human experiences of grief and joy; true connection in art comes from humanity.
No Shade to the Robots (w/Stephanie Dinkins & C. Quintana) [RE-RELEASE]
Q: Could you share a little bit about your research around representation and artificial intelligence?
AI shapes our world and often reflects past inaccuracies about marginalized communities; this is dangerous.

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A vibrant and engaging commentary on the arts industry, featuring hosts who navigate issues surrounding diversity, equity, and inclusion with a focus on the experiences of marginalized communities. The discussions often highlight the intersection of art with broader societal themes, encompassing everything from pop culture phenomena to systemic issues affecting the arts. Episodes spotlight a range of perspectives from Pop Culture and Queer communities, persuasively advocating for increased representation and challenging the status quo, while maintaining a sense of humor and thoughtfulness throughout. Listeners can expect lively debates on contemporary relevant topics combined with critical insights into the arts and culture landscape, deliv... more

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