The North Carolina Interviews:

In 2024, Kevin Kirkwood traveled to North Carolina—primarily to Asheville—to record a series of in-depth conversations with artists in their studios and creative spaces. Immersed in the region’s vibrant arts community, he explored how the mountains, culture, and collaborative spirit of the city shape contemporary practice. The interviews were recorded just one month before Hurricane Helene devastated the area, deeply affecting Asheville’s creative community. Heard now, these conversations carry added resonance, capturing a moment of energy and connection just before the storm altered the landscape in which these artists live and work. If you wish to provide support to the impacted communities, Beloved Ashville is a great organization that continues to support those in need.

Listen to each episode by clicking on the artists featured below.