Empowering Impactful Creativity: A Conversation with Nicholas Mitchel of Noisy Tenants
In this episode of The Truth In This Art, Rob interviewed Nicholas Mitchel, Producer & co-founder at Noisy Tenants, a creative agency with a special focus on social impact. Nicholas is dedicated to supporting the residents of Greenmount West and neighboring communities in Baltimore through development projects. He has a passion for storytelling and utilizing his production skills to bring visions to life, evident in his work on projects like the play "Thoughts of a Color Man." Nicholas emphasizes collaboration and aims to foster connections among schools, neighborhoods, and brands through entrepreneurial and creative initiatives.
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Get ready to be inspired! Nicholas discusses the mission of his creative agency and the importance of social impact. He shares how Noisy Tenants started with the goal of creating "dope shit" and producing Keenan Scott's play, "Thoughts of a Color Man." Nicholas emphasizes the significance of treating people well and making a positive impact in the community. He believes in investing in young people and involving them in projects. Nicholas also talks about the decision-making process and the non-starters for Noisy Tenants. He highlights the importance of staying true to their values and being accountable to themselves. Nicholas shares his philosophy on leadership, which involves taking care of people and building relationships. He believes in constantly tinkering and refining their work to improve and make a lasting impact. Nicholas concludes by discussing the role of culture in the healthy development of a community and the potential he sees in Baltimore.
Mentioned in this episode:
Noisy Tenants
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Original music by Daniel Alexis Music with additional music from Chipzard.
Episode illustration by Alley Kid Art.
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Hosted by Rob Lee, "The Truth In This Art" podcast dives into the heart of creativity and its influence on the community. This arts and culture podcast from Baltimore highlights artists discussing their ideas, sharing insights, and telling impactful stories. Through these artist interviews, listeners gain a deeper understanding of the creative economy and artistic life in Baltimore.
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