Classic City Vibes
Athens Regional Library System
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About the Show
Classic City Vibes Podcast - Conversations with people in the Athens, Oconee and surrounding communities who help make this such an amazing place to live. Learn what is going on in one of the nation’s most famous music, film and art scenes, learn about some of the amazing opportunities around us where you can be active and interact with others who have similar interests. This podcast is put out by the Athens Regional Library System where we are committed to helping build strong communities and celebrating our diversity. Engaging Communities, Exceeding Expectations.
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16 of recent episodes transcribed
95 episodes — long track record
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Recent Episodes
Library Buzz: The Books Everyone Wanted In 2025
Send a textThis week Niké and Dana join James to discuss the most popular books of 2025, our favorites, and what we are looking forward to in 2026.
Gerald Maa: Poet, Editor and Translator
Send a textThis week we are joined by poet, editor and translator Gerald Maa. Gerald talks about his origins and rise in the literary world and about his current role as editor of The Georgia…
Poet Karla Kelsey
Send a textThis week we have a conversation with poet Karla Kelsey who was recently the featured poet for the UGA Diann Blakely Visiting Poet Series. Karla was a delight to talk with and we hope you…
Mothrea Immortalis: Resin Artist and Vtuber
Send a textLearn about Vtubing, Resin art and more with local artist Mothrea Immortalis.Bio: "this bug knows some stuff or something like that"
Ixian
Send a textIxian is a one man tour de force of Post Cyber Grinding Noisey Sludge Techno Industrial Blackened doom based out of Athens, GA. His live shows consist of many machines, and masked…
Alissa Huelsman-Bell of Thunderfoot Studio
Send a textNovelist and entrepreneur Alissa Huelsman-Bell discusses her journey from Star Trek-inspired storyteller to owner of Thunderfoot Studio, a new film production facility at Wire Park in…
The Athens Film Festival: Where Community Meets Cinema
Send a textStep into the vibrant world of independent cinema as the Athens Film Festival makes its triumphant return for a second year! Founder Chuck Griffin and PR coordinator Blaire Mars take us…
Author Tara Heaton
Send a textOur guest today is Tara Heaton — a published author, keynote speaker, and master storyteller whose unforgettable memoir invites readers into a world few can imagine. In Life Minutes:…
The Art of Book-to-Film
Send a textHave you ever walked out of a movie theater feeling betrayed by what filmmakers did to your favorite book? Or discovered an incredible novel only after falling in love with its screen…
Game Designer and Author Caleb Zane Huett
Send a textMeet Caleb Zane Hewitt, the creative force behind Triangle Agency, a groundbreaking tabletop role-playing game that's redefining how we think about narrative control and power dynamics at…
Filmmaker Chris Pendry
Send a textLearn about local up and coming filmmaker Chris Pendry. Chris Pendry is a talented multi-hyphenate artist. From acting on stage, writing new works, and making short films in the UGA…
Author and Equestrian Kendra Collier
Send a textKendra Collier shares her journey from horseback riding enthusiast to published children's book author. Her book "Amber's Equestrian Alphabet" began as a high school senior project but…
Blending Classical Elegance with Modern Storytelling: A Journey with Dancer and Choreographer Eva Ellerbre
Send a textWhat happens when classical elegance meets modern storytelling? Join us as we sit down with the incredibly talented Eva Elarbee, whose journey from a three-year-old in ballet slippers at…
Illuminating the Screen: Miles Grier on Film Set Lighting and Industry Insights
Send a textSet Lighting Technician Miles Grier share his journey into the film industry. From essential roles and safety on set to sharing invaluable career advice, the discussion emphasizes the…
Anthony Zuniga's Artistic Journey and the Power of Community
Send a textJoin us on Classic City Vibes as we welcome back Anthony Zuniga, who takes us on his journey from a church worship team to middle school band, eventually stepping into the world of theater…
Kismet Games
Send a textWhat happens when you take an alternate history Earth, sprinkle it with alien curses, and wrap it all in the creative chaos of the Old School Renaissance? Wayne and Dee from Kismet Games…
Fall Books and NY Times Greatest Books of the 21st Century
Send a textWe talk books with some of ARLS's own. Lindsay, Jen, and Niké join us to talk about the NY Times Greatest Books of the 21st Century list as well as some of the books coming out this…
Director- Mac Escalante
Send a text This week we talk with Director Mac Escalante about his new film “Aubrey’s Understanding”. You can catch the film at the Georgia Museum of Art on October 19th at 2pm. You can find Mac…
Kelly Petronis - Flying Squid Comedy
Send a textThe Comedy community has really taken off in the last four years and a lot of that has to do with Flying Squid Comedy which offers classes, shows, and a community for local comedians. …
Zachary Markley - Filmmaker, author, podcaster, and critic
Send a textThis week we talk with Filmmaker Zachary Markley. Hear about his recent project, his work on major studio films, his novels, podcast and more! You can find more info about Zachary at…
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