Thanks to a well-conceived production and Venzon’s tour-de-force effort, Everything Has Disappeared was an artistic and collective achievement at this year's @pushfestival.bsky.social. My review for @createastir.ca: www.createastir.ca/articles/eve...

It was a pleasure speaking with drag artist Wet Mess ahead of their sold-out Canadian premiere of TESTO at @pushfestival.bsky.social. My latest for @createastir.ca:

What makes a love story universal, and who decides? On Side by Side, we talk about Heated Rivalry, situationships, queer representation, and why audiences often get there first. Full Episode: sidebysidepodcast.podbean.com/e/the-rise-o...

It was a pleasure attending artist Jenie Gao's opening of their exhibition, Where Mountain Cats Live, at grunt gallery. Check out my preview for @createastir.ca, alongside some of Jenie's brilliant words about the exhibition, available until January 17. www.createastir.ca/articles/gru...

“Step zero is the general population believing that folks with intellectual disabilities have a sexuality at all,” explains Real Talk project developer Kelsey Savage. Writer @robertkuanghome.bsky.social tells us about a group advocating for disability-inclusive sex ed: this.org/2025/11/24/l...

Children’s TV writer Margaret Hoffman joins Side by Side to trace her path to creating for Sesame Workshop, Netflix, and more. We explore her journey, puppetry work, and her insights for creatives navigating transitions and uncertainty. Here's a sneak peek. Full Episode: tinyurl.com/54ffpaf4

Today on Side by Side: Mordy Levine, co-author of The Beginner’s Guide to Karma with Lama Lhanang Rinpoche. We explore how karma shapes daily life, ways to create positive karma, and Buddhist insights on peace and purpose. Full episode: tinyurl.com/yc6yu7sk

Today’s Side by Side guest is Léa Taranto, a disabled Chinese Jewish Canadian writer and author of A Drop in the Ocean. We discuss her path from diaries to autofiction, challenge mental health tropes, and preview her upcoming projects. Hear more in the full episode: tinyurl.com/4c7fs54u

It was a pleasure attending Vancouver Symphony Orchestra's 107th season opener. My latest for @createastir.ca: www.createastir.ca/articles/ale...

It was a pleasure connecting with master pianist Anne-Marie McDermott ahead of her Beethoven Concerto performances with Vancouver Symphony Orchestra. My latest for @createastir.ca: www.createastir.ca/articles/ann...

It was a pleasure seeing and writing about interdisciplinary visual artist Archie Barry's first solo exhibition in Canada, now on exhibit at Western Front. My latest at @createastir.ca:

I had the pleasure of previewing Starwalker, Pride & Prayer, Jeez Louise, Sorry for Your Cost, and The Palace for the Vancouver Queer Film Festival. My latest for @createastir.ca: www.createastir.ca/articles/van...

In this Side by Side episode, returning guest and pop culture commentator Tara Edwards joins to unpack Sinners and K-Pop Demon Hunters, exploring demons, music, spirituality, and their cultural impact. Full episode: tinyurl.com/5f6382aw

It was a pleasure connecting with stage and opera director David Walsh to discuss Nebula Performances' first full-scale opera production, "La Tragédie de Carmen." My latest for @createastir.ca: www.createastir.ca/articles/dav...

Today’s returning Side by Side guest is Paul Silva, aka the Creative Alchemist: A coach, guide, and artist who helps multi-passionate creatives move from stuck to in-motion. We explore change, sobriety, and the evolving creative journey. Full episode: tinyurl.com/58c6vyva

Today’s "Side by Side" guest is the late multidisciplinary artist Diana Oh, known for blending theatre, art, and ritual in works like My Lingerie Play and The Infinite Love Party. This 2016 conversation explores artistry and sustaining creativity. Full episode: tinyurl.com/2h79jvzz

It was a pleasure connecting with it Mark Takeshi McGregor (artistic director of the Queer Arts Festival) and Diane Hau Yu Wong (artistic director of Centre A) about the upcoming QAF visual exhibition, Portals. My latest for @createastir.ca: www.createastir.ca/articles/que...

It was a pleasure connecting with Rich Maddocks ahead of the live debut of his spaghetti western song cycle, "Blue Horse Opera," presented by Pi Theatre. My latest for @createastir.ca: www.createastir.ca/articles/blu...

I recently joined best-selling author Becca Powers for a powerful conversation on her podcast, where we explore the messy, magical, nonlinear process of healing, and how music, writing, and coaching can help us navigate it. www.buzzsprout.com/2112753/epis...

It was a pleasure connecting with @tobythompson.bsky.social ahead of his Vancouver premiere of "I Wish I Were a Mountain" as part of this year's Vancouver International Children's Festival. My latest for @createastir.ca: www.createastir.ca/articles/tob...

Today’s "Side by Side" guest is writer and editor Tara Edwards. We dive inside the medical drama “The Pitt” and analyze storytelling elements that make the show one of the television breakout hits of 2025. Here’s a sneak peek of our “Side by Side” conversation. Full episode: tinyurl.com/2s42mbtd

It was a pleasure seeing "Love You Wrong Time," conceived and performed by Deanna H. Choi and Maddie Bautista, and one of five shows joining The Cultch's inaugural Warrior Festival. My latest review for @createastir.ca: www.createastir.ca/articles/lov...

On this "Side by Side" episode, meet Aisha Josiah: award-winning playwright, screenwriter, and editor of Fringebiscuit. We explore her multicultural roots, postcolonial themes, and the art of dramaturgy in this conversation. Full episode: tinyurl.com/yz33fz5b

It was a pleasure connecting with Cameron Mackenzie and Diane Roberts, co-directors of the upcoming Vancouver premiere of "Every Day She Rose." The production is presented by The Cultch and produced by Zee Zee Theatre. My latest for @createastir.ca: www.createastir.ca/articles/eve...

It was a pleasure connecting with playwright Zahida Rahemtulla and members of the cultural consulting team for her upcoming show, The Frontliners, presented by @blackouttheatreco.bsky.social. My latest for @createastir.ca: www.createastir.ca/articles/rah...

It was a pleasure catching up with @elenaarmijo.bsky.social on her podcast "The Collective Corner." Check out the episode below: 061: Building a Life That Honors Both Structure and Soul url:https://www.elenaarmijopodcast.com/061-building-a-life-that-honors-both-structure-and-soul/

It was a pleasure connecting with Erick Lichte, artistic director of Chor Leoni, about their upcoming choral festival The Big Roar. My latest for @createastir.ca: www.createastir.ca/articles/cho...

Today’s “Side by Side” guest is Sol Smith, an author, autism coach, and neurodiversity advocate. We talk diagnosis paths, self-discovery, and building community. Check out the preview below. Full Episode: tinyurl.com/42shvrxw

Today’s “Side by Side” guest is Billy Wynne, author of "The Empty Path." In this episode, we explore the art of lessening, Buddhist wisdom, and finding freedom beyond the chase for more. Sneak peek below! Full episode: tinyurl.com/4sp9u7k8

It was a thrill seeing the world premiere of DEAD DRONE, presented by Upintheair Theatre and written by David Mott. My review for Stir: www.createastir.ca/articles/dea...

Today’s "Side by Side" guest is Elena Armijo, MCC and founder of the C-Suite Collective. We talk leadership in 2025, guiding high performers, and how communities navigate crisis and conflict. Here's a sneak peek of our conversation. Full Episode: tinyurl.com/mw4j36rn

It was a pleasure connecting with the brilliant singer Ndidi O ahead of her Massey Theatre show. My latest for Stir: www.createastir.ca/articles/ndi...

It was pleasure connecting with Dave Mott and Evelyn Chew ahead of the world premiere of DEAD DRONE, presented by Upintheair Theatre. My latest for @createastir.ca: www.createastir.ca/articles/upi...

It was pleasure seeing Anosh Irani's beautiful play "Behind the Moon." Here's my latest theatre review for @createastir.ca: www.createastir.ca/articles/beh...

It was a pleasure connecting with Vincent Ségal and Vincent Peirani of Les Égarés for my latest @createastir.ca: www.createastir.ca/articles/les...

It was a pleasure connecting with "Kim's Convenience" creator Ins Choi for my latest feature for @createastir.ca: www.createastir.ca/articles/pac...

It was a pleasure conducting this Q&A for @createastir.ca with the founder and artistic director of YAMATO: Drummers of Japan ahead of their Vancouver event: www.createastir.ca/articles/sti...

My latest feature for @createastir.ca, with the amazing keyboard artist Dmitry Ablogin ahead of his Canadian debut in Vancouver: www.createastir.ca/articles/dmi...

Today's "Side by Side" guest is Phil Ginley, a Brooklyn-based filmmaker, programmer, and writer. A programmer at Spectacle Theater, we discuss their journey in cinema, community-driven arts, and digital vs. physical media in this conversation. Full episode: tinyurl.com/yc2m5bkk

New feature for @createastir.ca, with the amazing artist Martin Howse: www.createastir.ca/articles/van...

Latest feature for @createastir.ca, with the virtuosic Tigran Hamasyan: www.createastir.ca/articles/tig...

Join us on "Side by Side" with @wordsofkaterose.bsky.social, author of “Written in the Stars.” As a therapist and astrology expert, Kate delves into soulmate connections and astrological insights, one planet at a time. Here's a sneak peek of our conversation. Full episode: tinyurl.com/dmdfzpvn

Join us on "Side by Side" with Happy Ali, author of “The Intuition Bible.” A UCLA psychology graduate, prophetic dreamer, and host of “Happy Insights” podcast, Happy shares his transformative journey and insights on intuition. Don't miss the full episode: tinyurl.com/3w95hsy4

Check out my latest feature for @createastir.ca, featuring the amazing musician and composer @k-lc.bsky.social: www.createastir.ca/articles/kar...

Today's "Side by Side" guest is Jane Shi, a poet, editor, and author of the poetry collection 'echolalia echolalia.' In this episode, we explore Jane’s early connection to wordplay, the ethos behind her work, and the illusory nature of writer’s block. Full Episode: tinyurl.com/59een575

Today’s "Side by Side" guest is award-winning writer and editor @erikawynn.bsky.social, who has been working in the media industry for over a decade. In this conversation, Erika shares some of her insights and as a working writer, from pitching to ghostwriting. Full Episode: tinyurl.com/yckbutnd

Welcome to "Side by Side," a podcast where I, Robert Kuang, take you inside conversations with artists, creatives, healers, and warriors taking the charge on their transformational story. You can find the latest episode through the link in my bio.