About this podcast
The official podcast from the Bower Center of the Arts.
Episodes
The newest 20 of 105 episodes
- Lisa Stephen · 28 minIn this episode of Behind the Bower, Ryan welcomes Lisa Stephen, the Bower Center’s new stained glass instructor. Lisa shares her journey from California to Virginia, her…
- Susan Martin · 46 minIn this episode of Behind the Bower, host Ryan, Executive Director of the Bower Center for the Arts, sits down with Susan, the podcast's original creator and current Director of…
- Susan Bradbury · 32 minIn this episode of Behind the Bower, host Ryan interviews Susan, an award-winning fine artist and studio painter at the Bower Center for the Arts in Bedford, Virginia. Susan…
- Ann DeLong · 39 minIn this episode of Behind the Bower, host Ryan speaks with Ann, Vice President of the Bower Center for the Arts Board of Directors. Ann shares her journey from growing up near…
- Akeylah Simone · 34 minIn this episode of Behind the Bower, host Ryan interviews Virginia-based singer-songwriter Akeylah Simone ahead of her free concert at the Bower Center for the Arts on June 13th…
- Beverly Schideler · 30 minIn this episode of Behind the Bower, host Ryan welcomes Beverly, a local artist and new instructor at the Bower Center for the Arts in Bedford, Virginia. Beverly shares her…
- Jefferson Forest High School · 36 minIn this episode of Behind the Bower, host Ryan speaks with Jefferson Forest High School art teacher Jennifer Tomkins and student artists Mayah and Sam about the Bedford County…
- Programs and Community Relations Manager: Anna M. Filiaggi · 23 minIn this episode of Behind the Bower, host Ryan sits down with Anna, the Bower Center’s new Programs and Community Relations Manager. She talks about her background as a fine arts…
- Chris Magee · 27 minIn this episode of Behind the Bower, host Ryan interviews Chris, music director of the Big Band of the Blue Ridge. Chris shares his musical journey, the band’s evolution, and its…
- Linda Hollett-Bazouzi · 39 minIn this episode of Behind the Bower, host Ryan honors the late Sarah, the Bower Center’s founding executive director. He welcomes Linda, an accomplished artist and judge for the…
- Staunton River High School · 22 minIn this episode of Behind the Bower, host Lauren speaks with Staunton River High School senior Isabel and art teachers Emily and Bobby about the transformative role of art in…
- Paddy Dougherty · 37 minIn this episode of Behind the Bower, host Lauren Hood interviews Patty Daughtry, a beloved local singer-songwriter and storyteller. Patty shares her musical journey, from growing…
- 2026 Overview · 34 minIn this special 20th anniversary episode, the Bower Center for the Arts in Bedford, Virginia, highlights its rich history, mission, and vibrant programming. Executive Director…
- Olivia and Eric Fletcher · 45 minIn this episode of Behind the Bower, host Ryan Executive Director of the Bower Center for the Arts sits down with Olivia and Eric, a husband-and-wife duo devoted to arts…
- Wynn Creasy and C.W. Markham III: Christmas Cabaret with a Twist · 33 minIn this episode of Behind the Bower, host Ryan interviews Bedford natives Win Creasey and C.W. Markham III, stars of the sold-out "Christmas Cabaret with a Twist." They discuss…
- Jay White · 30 minIn this episode of Behind the Bower, host Ryan sits down with Jay, Executive Director of the Bedford Area Educational Foundation. Jay reflects on his journey back to Bedford…
- New Standard Bluegrass · 31 minIn this episode of Behind the Bower, host Lauren Hood sits down with Spencer Blankenship and Stuart Scales of New Standard Bluegrass. They talk about their personal journeys into…
- Desiree Baughman, Lisa Butler, and Madeline Bedrosian with Little Town Players · 42 minIn this episode of Behind the Bower, host Ryan sits down with Desiree, Lisa, and Madeleine from Little Town Players to discuss their upcoming production of The Diary of Anne…
- Bedford County High School Art Show · 32 minIn this episode of Behind the Bower, host Lauren Hood sits down with Liberty High School art teacher Miss Friedewald and her students, Gwen and Ava. Together, they explore how…
- Veronica Jackson · 30 minIn this episode of Behind the Bower, host Ryan sits down with multidisciplinary artist Veronica Jackson juror and judge for the Bower Center’s 13th Annual National Juried…
