Podcast
Soft Revolution
Hosted by Ali Momen and Torquil Campbell · EN
The intersection of art, culture and politics. Hosted by Torquil Campbell and Ali Momen.
Each week Torquil and Ali get together with fellow musicians, actors, and artists to discuss the latest in the world of art, society, culture, and politics. The conversation is lively, free of crap, and with a unique perspective that only these two guys can bring.
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Let's get caught up
Oct 3, 202301:23:41Tap to summarizeAli and Torq haven't spoken in months so we figured why not just let people hear unfiltered what a catch-up between these two would sound like.
Transcribe →All Bark, No Bite
Apr 7, 202301:15:12Tap to summarizeStrikes everywhere. There's one job AI can replace and that's a politician. Speaking of "politicians", Trump is indicted...now what? Thanks, as always, to EFFIN' BIRDS
Transcribe →Jenny oh Jenny feat. Jennifer Lena
Mar 18, 202301:25:00Tap to summarizeThe Jennifer C. Lena joins the pod to discuss her insights of the last five years, how AI is like spell check on steroids, how nationalization might be the key to solving our woes, and Ali wonders, "where was our hazard pay?"
Transcribe →I'm a Racist Against Robots feat. David Maggs
Jan 16, 202301:49:56Tap to summarizeIn this episode, we sit down with David Maggs of the Metcalf Foundation to discuss his recent report, "Art and the World After This." David delves into the ways in which the pandemic has affected the art world, both in terms of the financial struggles of artists and institutions, as well as the shift towards digital and online mediums. He also touches on the importance of supporting artists and arts organizations in the recovery process, and the potential for a more equitable and inclusive art ecosystem in the future. Tune in for a thought-provoking conversation on the state of art post-pandemic. BTW, that summary was generated by AI and ChatGPT which Torquil is looking to destroy.
Transcribe →Into The Metaverse feat. Michael Wheeler
Nov 20, 202201:31:12Tap to summarizeMichael Wheeler of the SpiderWebShow joins to discuss how technology and theatre intersect. But first: Swifties battle the Ticketmaster monopoly, the mid-terms were not as expected, and Elon is up to something at Twitter headquarters.
Transcribe →Lack of a Moral Compass
Oct 26, 202201:05:31Tap to summarizeCompass Artist Management has stopped paying their clients to the tune of over $500k and it's time we step up and change the system. Please help these affected artists at www.compassactorsfund.com Other topics : Torq thinks throwing oil on Van Gogh is amazing while Ali thinks it's merely a first draft, and what to do when we get so caught up in identity politics and Doug Ford actually does big things?
Transcribe →Brush Up Your Farsi feat. Tara Grammy
Oct 9, 202201:31:19Tap to summarizeActor, writer, producer, and activist Tara Grammy joins the pod to discuss the ongoing major protests in Iran. But first - Ali has an idea to massively increase voter turnout, Torq thinks it's time to Cancel Kanye, and Bros. flops!
Transcribe →Arcade Dumpster Fire
Sep 6, 202201:21:43Tap to summarize- Torq visits England and as usual, has thoughts. - Audiences won't go to your show if you make it kinda a bummer. - Arcade Fire's Win Butler is accused of multiple instances of sexual misconduct, and Feist leaves the tour. - WTF is tipping?
Transcribe →Sometimes I Just Wanna Watch 90 Day Fiancee - feat. Kevin Vidal
Aug 17, 202201:20:20Tap to summarizeKevin Vidal, star of Workin' Moms and Strays joins the pod to discuss what comedy does for his soul, and how to be funny in this current age. But first, Torq and Ali discuss Trumps impending indictment, the brutal attack on Salman Rushdie, and Drake's high-flyin' all the way to Hamilton.
Transcribe →WARNING, It's an Algorithm
Jul 24, 202201:02:42Tap to summarize1. Why is the New York Times trying to ruin your summer? 2. Oh, critics. 3. It's like Star Wars and we gotta be the Jedi. 4. The new season of Serial is playing at Congress Soft Revolution is brought to you by Effin' Birds - www.effinbrids.com
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