Women are the pulse of culture and society, blazing new trails for how we see and move through the world - from arts and culture to real estate, finance, politics and more. Podcaster Cindy Farkas Glanzrock aka "RealArtMuse" is a proud native New Yorker, a longtime advocate for minority women business enterprises, celebrating and connecting women through hosting and sponsoring events like “A Seat at the Table” and “Iconic Women." Come inside her “she cave” for heart-to-hearts with dynamic wom ...
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Rewriting the Narrative: How Storytelling Sparks Change with Deborah Riley Draper
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47:13How can intentional storytelling and representation in the arts reshape societal narratives and inspire future generations? Filmmaker Deborah Riley Draper joins podcast host Cindy Glanzrock to share her journey from advertising to acclaimed documentarian. Known for her compelling storytelling, Deborah discusses the cultural impact of her work, incl…
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The Legacy of Donna Karan: A Fashion Icon and Her Vision for Change
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35:15In this aspirational episode of Inside the She Cave with Cindy Glanzrock, Cindy delves into the extraordinary career of Donna Karan, a trailblazer in the fashion industry. From her iconic designs on 7th Avenue and New York’s runways to her transformative work with artisan communities in Haiti through Urban Zen, Karan’s vision seamlessly blends arti…
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The Cultural Evolution of Breasts with "Tits Up" Author Sarah Thornton
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56:15Breasts have been viewed differently across cultures, religions, and eras, symbolizing fertility and motherhood, while also being sexualized. Some societies celebrate breasts as symbols of beauty and power, while others cover them due to cultural or religious beliefs about femininity and morality. Over time, perceptions have evolved with changing v…
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Championing Women’s Leadership: Insights from Gloria Feldt
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47:25The need for gender equality in leadership positions and the positive impact can have on society and the economy. Gloria Feldt has dedicated her life’s work to empowering women to take their fair and equal share of leadership positions across all sectors. She co-founded the organization “Take the Lead,”providing breakthrough training, mentoring and…
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Preserving the Legacy, Inspiring Innovation: Carrie Rebora Barratt at the LongHouse Reserve
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55:56Carrie Rebora Barratt is the director of LongHouse Reserve, a 16-acre sanctuary in East Hampton, New York, renowned for its sculpture garden featuring over 60 artworks. Following the passing of the founder, Jack Lenor Larsen, a distinguished fabric weaver and textile designer, Carrie adeptly managed the transition, navigating the challenges of lead…
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Dominique Jackson: A Trailblazer in Transgender Advocacy and Inclusivity
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53:47Dominique Jackson (@dominiquet.a.r.jackson) boldly defines what it means to be a trailblazer, innovator and rule breaker. She is famously known as Elektra Evangelista on the FX series “Pose,” as an icon in ballroom, a pageant queen, a runway model for Thierry Mugler and the Blonds, an activist and public speaker for the LGBTQ+community. Dominique s…
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Canio’s, The Soul of Sag Harbor: Where Books, History and Community Converge with Kathryn Szoka
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55:28It's a narrative that transcends time immemorial and resonates with the true essence of a whaling village in Sag Harbor and it’s literary spirit. Kathryn Szoka, co-owner of the esteemed Canio's Books in Sag Harbor, joins podcast host Cindy Glanzrock in a friendly and engaging conversation about the history and philosophy of Canio’s Bookstore, where…
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A Brush with Nature: April Gornik’s Artistic and Soulful Journey
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53:30April Gornik, a true visionary who bends light both physically and philosophically, leaving an indelible mark on the world of art and community engagement. The landscape artist joins podcast host Cindy Glanzrock for an intimate conversation about her artistic prowess over 40 years, from hard-edge abstractions to open landscapes that mirror the inte…
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Innovation & the Future of Publishing with Jane Friedman
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48:32Reading books holds significant importance in society, as it plays a crucial role in shaping our culture, knowledge, and values. Few know this more than Jane Friedman, former CEO of Harper Collins Publishers, Worldwide; Co-founder, Open Road Integrated Media. She joins podcast host Cindy Glanzrock for an intimate discussion about her storied career…
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Breaking Barriers: The Legacy of Hunter College with Jennifer Raab
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56:08The transformative power of building educational institutions lies in its capacity to positively shape individuals, communities, and societies by providing opportunities, fostering personal and intellectual growth, and contributing to overall progress and development. It is an investment in the future, with far-reaching benefits for generations to …
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Community Building Through the Arts: Explore Southampton's Art Scene with Christina Strassfield
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43:47Art has a transformative power, highlighting the power of inclusion and community. Christina Mossaides Strassfield, the ‘Let’s Get it Done’ Executive Director of Southampton Arts Center (SAC), celebrates the everlasting impact of art and culture. With 29 years of experience at Guild Hall, in East Hampton, serving as a museum director and chief cura…
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A Journey of Transformation: Alice Aycock’s Extraordinary Creations
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55:29Art transcends boundaries, both in terms of nature vs. nurture, concept and the medium. Alice Aycock defies being a trailblazer, innovator, and rule breaker today by challenging traditional definitions of art and expanding the possibilities of the artistic expression. She is a renowned American artist, especially known for her large scale abstract …
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A Balancing Act: Lawyer, Mother, and Mentor - Laurinda Martin’s Legal Trailblazing Story
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34:18Women in the legal profession are are the ultimate trailblazers. Laurinda Martins is a highly accomplished partner at the global law firm Fried Frank (Fried, Frank, Harris Shriver, and Jacobson LLP). She joins podcast host Cindy Glanzrock for an intimate conversation about her early aspirations of wanting to become a lawyer at age 10, and her drive…
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Pushing the Boundaries with Artist Renée Cox
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48:15Art helps open our eyes to injustice and convey powerful new visions and possibilities. Renée Cox is a Jamaican-born African-American artist known for her provocative photographs, 3D visuals and multimedia videos that address racism and sexism in society. Her work is often described as controversial because of her interpretations with nothing to hi…
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The Evolution of Modern Dance with Lori Belilove & The Isadora Duncan Dance Company
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39:21Modern Dance was born in America during the turn of the 20th century when a number of choreographers and dancers rebelled against the rigid academic dance establishment, and instead expressed a free-form dance environment celebrating woman. Isadora Duncan is one of the “Mothers of Modern Dance,” expressing soft and flowing movements and bright cost…
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The Art of Dance with Janet Eilber of Martha Graham Dance Company
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45:07Dance can expose human emotion through movement, and there is no one who achieves that philosophy more than the Martha Graham Dance Company, a world leader in the evolving art form of modern dance since its founding in 1926. Martha Graham was a visionary of the 20th century, often considered an artistic force and icon for revolutionizing dance and …
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On the Frontline with Former Congresswoman Elizabeth Holtzman
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54:07Former Congresswoman Elizabeth Holtzman was once the youngest woman elected to Congress and went on to serve in government for nearly three decades. Her impressive resume speaks for itself - from congresswoman and district attorney in Brooklyn to NYC comptroller and later a practicing lawyer - and her decades-long work for justice and equality is w…
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A Champion of Women's Rights with Former Congresswoman Carolyn B. Maloney
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50:12Former Congresswoman Carolyn Maloney was first elected to Congress in 1992 and served more than three decades representing the state of New York. She has an extensive list of accomplishments from 9/11 recovery and national security issues like gun control to infrastructure and healthcare. Of special note is her charge for women and minorities in wh…
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Strength & Survival with Elizabeth Bellak
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52:30Strength, determination to survive, zest for life, humor and courage – all define Elizabeth Bellak (born Ariana Spiegel), a 92-year-old Holocaust survivor, who along with her daughter Alexandra Bellak, joins podcast host Cindy Glanzrock, in a moving conversation about her life in Poland as a prominent child film star before World War II. She reflec…
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Women are the pulse of culture and society, blazing new trails for how we see and move through the world - from arts and culture to real estate, finance, politics and more. Podcaster Cindy Farkas Glanzrock aka "RealArtMuse" is a proud native New Yorker, a longtime advocate for minority women business enterprises, celebrating and connecting women th…
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Public Art in Central Park with Meredith Bergmann
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40:36New York City’s Central Park is home to many works of public art, featuring iconic statues and monuments. American Sculptor Meredith Bergmann details the effort, planning, time and creation that goes into erecting a sculpture that calls Central Park its home. For more than 25 years, she has worked on public monuments that deal with complex and hist…
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Maximizing Supplier Diversity in Commercial Real Estate with Pay Wu and Jodi Pulice
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45:23Organizing supplier and workforce diversity in Commercial Real Estate (CRE) requires deliberate focus to action. Enter: MWBE Unite, Inc. a platform bridging CRE supplier and workforce diversity gaps and creating accessible opportunities within those spaces. Founders Pay Wu and Jodi Pulice aim to pave the way for 100 percent Minority and Women parti…
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Sculpture Figurative Art with Vinnie Bagwell
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35:58Storytelling through art and history is a unique skill. Vinnie Bagwell, originally as a journalist, looked deeply into her subject matter. Then as a representational-figurative artist, she uses sculpture and traditional bas-relief techniques as visual narratives to expand her storytelling. For 30 years, she has defined herself as an American sculpt…
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Humanist art explores the connections that unite far beyond any kind of boundary. Natalie Vassil is an accomplished artist and longtime friend who uses spiritual energy and motion as a technique on her canvas, painting chains of people, portrayed by abstract consecutive figures, tirelessly roaming across complex universes, spaces and systems. From …
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Anita Durst, Founder and Artistic Director of Chashama, details her path and passion about exposing artwork by activating mostly empty retail spaces in New York City and discusses the importance of art everywhere and art for all. For almost three decades, Chashama has played a central role in sustaining New York’s vibrant artistic community and inc…
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Hyperrealism enhances reality by creating illusions. American sculptor and author Carole A. Feuerman, is among the early artists who are credited with starting the hyperrealism movement, specifically sculpture, in the 1970s. Best known for her figurative works of swimmers and dancers, Carole is the only woman known to sculpt in this style of life s…
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Design & Construction with Principal of Project Management at Avison Young Kristen M. Beck
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25:23Kirsten M. Beck is a project management industry veteran for more than two decades, responsible for overseeing project management activities in the New York metro area, including interior renovations, tenant representation and capital improvements. From major new construction projects to minor renovations, construction planning is a process of iden…
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Welcome to Glanzrock Trailblazers, an intimate podcast. Highlighting pioneering women who continue to trail blaze in the world of arts, real estate, politics, and more. As an art collector, curator and connector of women, I have a unique perspective and see many opportunities for women. I want this podcast to put a spotlight on amazing women creati…
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