This week’s guest has a theory that you must have a breakdown before getting a breakthrough. Tune into this week’s episode to discover how Eli Kuslansky, Founding Partner and Chief Strategist at Unified Field, applies this theory to revolutionize museum design. Eli shares his journey from nautical antique appraisals to pioneering digital media in museums, creating evocative, emotion-rich exhibits. Learn how empathy, active listening, and cutting-edge technology come together in his projects and get inspired by his insights into the future of museum experiences.

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Show Notes:

Kuslansky Electric

Unified Field

Museum of Tolerance LA | Unified Field

Social Lab

Art Movez

"Like talking to the wind."

Microsoft Café - Cannes Next

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How can art truly connect with a place and its community? Join Abby and Brenda on Matters of Experience as they dive into this question with artist Melissa McGill. Melissa shares her approach to creating art that resonates authentically with its environment, emphasizing the importance of genuine connections and immersion. Through projects like the Red Regatta in Venice, she illustrates how art can forge meaningful relationships with communities and inspire collective action. Tune in to explore the transformative power of art in public spaces and its potential to foster deeper connections.

Show Notes:

Why an Italian Village Tied Itself to a Mountain

Red Regatta — Melissa McGill

Constellation — Melissa McGill

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Tim McNeil is a Professor of Design at the University of California Davis and Director/Chief Curator of the UC Davis Design Museum. He believes that exhibition design is the most transdisciplinary of the design fields, bringing together different design disciplines to create engaging experiences for diverse audiences. In this week’s episode, Tim joins hosts Abby and Brenda in a multifaceted conversation about collaboration, creativity, and the impact of technology in exhibition design. This episode is sure to inspire listeners to rethink conventional approaches and embrace the transformative power of immersive storytelling.

Show Notes:

Tim McNeil | University of California Davis | blooloop 50 2023

The Exhibition and Experience Design Handbook

Design Museum — UC Davis

The Transformational Impact of Exhibition and Experience Design - SEGD

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As museums evolve from traditional repositories of art and artifacts to dynamic spaces that reflect their visitors’ diverse voices and experiences, creating inclusive spaces for audiences is more critical than ever. This week’s guest is on a mission to foster inclusivity in cultural institutions. Join Abby and Brenda as they chat with Jamie Lawyer, the Chief Experience Officer at the Rubin Museum of Art, about creating places and spaces to make audiences feel cared for and fall in love with cultural experiences.

Show Notes:

Museum of Homelessness

Empathy Museum

ICOM approves a new museum definition

Mandala Lab, Milan | BAM | 2024 – Rubin Museum of Art

Muse Academy - America for Bulgaria Foundation

Muzeiko - America for Bulgaria Children's Museum

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What do textiles and technology have in common? Independently, each medium can be used as a form of artistic expression. Together, they can combine to tell stories that blur the boundaries between the digital and the physical. Nicole Yi Messier is a multidisciplinary artist and the co-founder of Craftwork, who loves to create experiences that push the envelope in terms of how we interact with them and how they respond to us. If you’re craft-curious or just looking to learn about the possibilities of blending materials and technologies, this is an episode you won’t want to miss.

Show Notes:

Craftwork

Visit of the Bayeux Tapestry

Ancient Futures

ELLEN SAMPSON

NEW INC

DEMO2024

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In this episode, discover the transformative power of mentorship, visitor-centered design, and innovative storytelling with Trent Oliver, the Principal and Managing Director of Blue Telescope. From fostering diversity and inclusion to balancing work-life as a parent, Trent shares insights on shaping the future of interactive experiences. If you’re curious about the unique perspectives and challenges of a successful woman-owned business, this episode is for you.

Show Notes:

Blue Telescope

Harriet B's Descendants

Praxis Museum Projects Group

Injection Simulator – Ipsen Biopharmaceuticals

National Women’s History Museum and Blue Telescope Named 2023 Gold Winner

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Remember the excitement of exploring new worlds as a child? What if you could step back into that sense of wonder and curiosity? Join us as we journey into the captivating realm of children’s museums with this week’s guest, Anne Fullenkamp, the Senior Director of Creative Experiences at the Children’s Museum of Pittsburgh. From interactive exhibits to inclusive experiences, this episode embarks on a nostalgic adventure through the art and science of engaging young minds. Whether you’re a parent, educator, or design enthusiast, tune in now to rediscover the magic of playful learning.

Show Notes:

Children's Museum of Pittsburgh

build it - Children’s Museum of Pittsburgh Design & Consulting

learning resources - Children's Museum of Pittsburgh

XOXO: An Exhibit About Love & Forgiveness - Children’s Museum of Pittsburgh

Flourishing in Museums: Towards a Positive Museology - 1st Edition

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In this episode of Matters of Experience, Abby and Brenda engage in a dynamic conversation with Dr. Kiersten F. Latham, co-author of Flourishing in Museums: Towards a Positive Museology. Together, they delve into the transformative power of positivity within the museum field, exploring how fostering a culture of flourishing not only enhances visitor experiences but also empowers museum staff to thrive amidst societal challenges and institutional transformations. Through insightful anecdotes and practical strategies, listeners gain a deeper understanding of how museums can serve as catalysts for growth, resilience, and positive change.

Show Notes:

Sauder Village

Man's Search for Meaning: Frankl, Viktor E., Winslade, William J., Kushner, Harold S.

Barbara Fredrickson – Positivity

War Childhood Museum

Children's Museum of Pittsburgh

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