The Institute of Black Imagination.

The Institute of Black Imagination. Welcome to The Institute of Black Imagination Podcast hosted by artist, writer,and brand consultant Dario Calmese.

Each week we bring you conversations from The Pool of Black Genius: a collection of iconoclasts at the leading edge of cultural thought.

Embarking on a visual odyssey through the lens of Chester Higgins, where each image tells a timeless tale of culture, he...
12/24/2023

Embarking on a visual odyssey through the lens of Chester Higgins, where each image tells a timeless tale of culture, heritage, and the profound beauty inherent in humanity. With a masterful touch, Higgins crafts narratives that transcend the limitations of a single frame, inviting us to explore the rich tapestry of our shared human experience.

His work is a symphony of colors, textures, and emotions, capturing fleeting moments that linger in our hearts long after the gaze has shifted. Through his lens, we witness the resilience of communities, the elegance of traditions, and the universal language of expression that binds us all.

Today, we celebrate the extraordinary work of Chester Higgins, a visionary artist whose images transcend time and cultural boundaries. Tune in to our latest episode where Chester guides us on a captivating journey behind his lens, sharing the profound wisdom he has gathered through years of dedicated practice.

You know that saying, "you gotta love the haters"? Well this week's guest shows us not only how, but why naysayers are ...
11/21/2023

You know that saying, "you gotta love the haters"? Well this week's guest shows us not only how, but why naysayers are important fuel for your journey. Don't walk, run to listen to this episode, it's the kick you need to soak up that confidence you've been cookin' up! Check the link in bio to tune in 🔥🎧 .

This week’s guest shares the pivotal moments that led him to embrace his passion for photography, and the power of life...
10/11/2023

This week’s guest shares the pivotal moments that led him to embrace his passion for photography, and the power of lifelong learning. Tune in wherever you receive your podcasts!

A word by this week’s guest, Reginald Dwayne Betts. Have you tuned in yet?
10/03/2023

A word by this week’s guest, Reginald Dwayne Betts. Have you tuned in yet?

Let that sink in 🤔. Professor and Aeronautical Engineer, Danielle Wood joins us in this week’s to explore the narrativ...
09/26/2023

Let that sink in 🤔. Professor and Aeronautical Engineer, Danielle Wood joins us in this week’s to explore the narratives of Black pioneers who, across the ages, have crafted stories about space exploration and creativity. These stories range from Phyllis Wheatley's celestial poetry to Henrietta Cordelia Ray's predictions of interstellar journeys in the 20th century.

Join us to discover how Dr. Wood encourages us to utilize space technology for addressing pressing real-life concerns like environmental justice in our communities.

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Serious question 👆🏽
09/15/2023

Serious question 👆🏽

Our founder .studio chatted with our friends over at to discuss predictive design, the sources of inspiration and creat...
09/10/2023

Our founder .studio chatted with our friends over at to discuss predictive design, the sources of inspiration and creativity, and his practice of beginning every creative project with writing. Tune in! Link in Stories.

Louder for the people in the back!Lana Turner tells it like it is this week’s IBI Podcast Archive.
09/01/2023

Louder for the people in the back!

Lana Turner tells it like it is this week’s IBI Podcast Archive.

Here’s a reality that sometimes hits us unexpectedly: as you grow more into who you’re meant to be, there will be people...
08/25/2023

Here’s a reality that sometimes hits us unexpectedly: as you grow more into who you’re meant to be, there will be people in your life who will not stay along for the journey. That’s the lesson that this week’s guest, Daryl Holmer shares with us. In the process of becoming, who is meant to stay in your life is at a first ambiguous concept, but with as the wisdom of time unfurls, we end up with exactly those who are supposed to be in our corner.

Read that again.A word by this week’s Summer School episode guest .
08/18/2023

Read that again.

A word by this week’s Summer School episode guest .

To imagine, we need room – room untouched by disturbances. In a world full of unending assaults on our security and our ...
08/11/2023

To imagine, we need room – room untouched by disturbances. In a world full of unending assaults on our security and our shared humanity, Courtney underscores the need for space. Space to dream, to craft new worlds. It's the cornerstone.

Amidst the digital storm, let's navigate the waves of truth. 🌊 Timnit Gebru's words remind us of the need to stay vigila...
08/04/2023

Amidst the digital storm, let's navigate the waves of truth. 🌊 Timnit Gebru's words remind us of the need to stay vigilant against the orchestrated attempts to mislead on social media. Let's strive for clarity and critical thinking in this sea of information. 🧭

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