Episode list

SCAD President Paula Wallace and comedian Molly Shannon discuss Shannon's recent roles in the tragicomedy "Other People," season 2 of the Netflix series "Wet Hot American Summer," and the HBO comedy series "Divorce."

SCAD President Paula Wallace and film and television actor David Harbour discuss his evolving career and role on the hit Netflix sci-fi drama "Stranger Things."

SCAD President Paula Wallace sits down with painter, sculptor and SCAD alumnus José Parlá to discuss his inimitable artistic methodology.

SCAD President Paula Wallace and style savant Miss J Alexander have a chat about his start in the fashion world, followed by a runway lesson.

SCAD President Paula Wallace sits down with actor Mahershala Ali to chat about the musicality of storytelling and his role in the Golden Globe- and Academy Award-winning film "Moonlight."

Paula Wallace, founder and president of the Savannah College of Art and Design, describes the careful restoration of Morris Hall, an 1853 Italianate building in Savannah, Georgia where SCAD students today study Luxury and Fashion Management as well as Fashion Marketing and Management.

SCAD President Paula Wallace and British actor Sam Claflin discuss his recent films, the poignant "Me Before You" and Gothic thriller "My Cousin Rachel," as well as his upcoming role in the World War I film "Journey's End."

SCAD President Paula Wallace sits down with SCAD alumnus and actor DeRon Horton (B.F.A., performing arts, 2015) to discuss his experience as a SCAD student and his early success in "Burning Sands," as well as his roles in the Netflix hit comedy "Dear White People" and in the FOX revival of "Lethal Weapon."

SCAD President Paula Wallace joins Jennifer Morrison backstage during SCAD aTVfest to discuss the components of a great show, the prevalence of magical realism in contemporary television, and the expertise of SCAD graduates in the industry.

SCAD President Paula Wallace and comedian Sherri Shepherd discuss Shepherd's love for SCAD and her role on NBC's hit comedy "Trial and Error."

SCAD President Paula Wallace welcomes SCAD deFINE ART 2017 honoree Carlos Cruz-Diez to expound on the value and complexity of color theory and kinetic art.

SCAD President Paula Wallace welcomes photo conceptual artist Hank Willis Thomas to discuss the emotive SCAD Museum of Art exhibition "Freedom Isn't Always Beautiful" and site-specific installation "Blind Memory."

SCAD President Paula Wallace and leading-edge designer Norma Kamali discuss the evolving industry and how health and beauty are entwined.

SCAD President Paula Wallace and originative fashion designer Billy Reid chat about how authenticity and quality craftsmanship set his brand apart.

SCAD President Paula Wallace joins SCAD alumna Janet Wong (B.F.A., fashion, 2016) for a personal tour of haberdashery Bonham Strand in Hong Kong.

SCAD alumni return to their alma mater for a friendly bout. Three superlative artists, two timed rounds, one hour - let the SCAD Art Throwdown Challenge begin.

Paula Wallace delights in conversation with one of the foremost artists of our time: Dustin Yellin. His artistry and command of disciplines are widely lauded, and his non-profit, Pioneer Works, champions other artists while promoting engaged thinking, exploration, and innovative applications across the arts, sciences, and humanities. Wallace and Yellin reflect on arts education and how it elevates communities. They also explore Yellin's creative process and leadership, as well as his top film recommendations for young artists.

In 2019, DesignIntelligence ranked SCAD's undergraduate and graduate interior design programs #1 in the country, which marks the seventh time both programs garnered the top ranking. And on December 5th, Paula Wallace will be inducted into Interior Design Magazine's Hall of Fame for her years of educational thought leadership and design accomplishments. To help celebrate these achievements, we present special guest, Carleton Varney. Paula and Carleton bond over their shared love of interior design, decorating, and education. Listen in as Carleton reflects on his decades-spanning career and reveals where he believes everyone's design taste originates.

Two old friends reunite. André Leon Talley and Paula Wallace have decades of shared memories and Talley has mentored scores of SCAD students over the years. André further proves why he is the greatest living fashion historian and a walking encyclopedia of style, class, and dignity.

Animated films and series inspire joy in all of us, and those feelings originate in the scores of people who create animation at production companies large and small. Paula Wallace sits with two animation artists: actor Lucas Grabeel and SCAD alumnus Jason Mayer, Head of FX for Dreamworks Animation at SCAD's 2019 AnimationFest in Atlanta, GA. Jason and Lucas walk us through how magic is made from pre-production to post and where they contribute along the way.

Celebrating the holiday release of Paula Wallace's memoir, "The Bee and The Acorn" audio book, with voice actor and SCAD alumna Hannah Chiclana. Hannah has voiced Paula Wallace twice, once for SCADstory - the interactive, immersive-experience account of SCAD's founding - and now for Wallace's memoir, The Bee and The Acorn. In their discussion, Paula and Hannah examine the process of voice-over recording, the differences in narrating for various mediums, and the popularity of audio-centric entertainment.

Film and television awards season is officially here. Paula Wallace sits with Jharrel Jerome, an actor who is no stranger to accolades since his historic Emmy win for 'When They See Us.' In January 19th, Jharrel is poised to make history again at the 26th Screen Actors Guild Awards. Should Jharrel win the SAG for Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Miniseries or Television Movie, he will be the youngest person ever to win for the category. Jharrel may be young, but his robust passion for the arts and intelligence provide him the gravitas of a seasoned veteran. Paula and Jharrel sat at the most recent SCAD Savannah Film Festival and the two caught up on his life since the Emmys, his upcoming projects, and where he hopes to go in his career.

A film's score resonates with us long after the credits roll. Upon hearing them, we're transported to our favorite scenes and rejoined with characters we love. Alan Silvestri's outstanding compositions showcase this power with sophisticated energy. Just a few bars put us in the DeLorean with Marty and Doc. Three notes, and we're sharing chocolates on a park bench in Savannah with Forrest Gump. A couple chords, and we're battling Thanos alongside Iron Man. In honor of his decades of artistry, SCAD awarded Alan the Lifetime Achievement Award in Composing at the 2019 SCAD Savannah Film Festival. Listen in as Paula Wallace and Alan discuss what goes into the creation of such iconic scores and how collaboration fuels the film industry.

In 2019, Olivia Wilde reintroduced herself to the world. We've known her as an actress and admired her artistry in performance after performance, but through "Booksmart" we got swept away by Wilde the director. Her feature film directorial debut has been called the Gen-Z anthem and heralded as a comedy with tremendous heart. Wilde brings perspective to the modern coming of age story with undaunted energy. The film and Wilde's post credits certainly transfixed and inspired the masses at the 2019 SCAD Savannah Film Festival. Paula Wallace and Olivia Wilde discuss how women are taking on more leadership roles in the film industry, Wilde's directing style, and where she sees the industry going as more young film students enter the profession.

A defining trait among creative professionals, and certainly one shared by SCAD students, is determined entrepreneurial-ism. Translating bold creative ideas into concrete business strategies and effective client relationships requires artists with dedicated work ethic and communication skills. For many studying to achieve this success, they look to the same person for inspiration: Art Gensler. He is a star in the firmament of architecture and a model creative collaborator, professional, and leader. He made an ideal commencement speaker at SCAD's 2016 ceremony in Savannah and the lessons he imparted that day continue to live on in our alumni. We're proud to share this in depth conversation between Paula Wallace and Art Gensler so everyone can hear directly from the man whose work has affected millions throughout the globe.

A new decade brings ambitious plans and inspires creative evolution. For fashion designer Phillip Lim, this couldn't be more true. As his beloved brand, 3.1 Phillip Lim enters its 15th year, Lim is not resting on his laurels. This week at New York Fashion Week, 3.1 Phillip Lim will forgo their runway show in favor of a "house party" at their New York City retail location, using the shift as a springboard to reclaim spontaneity and focus on sustainability. He has always been concerned with the potential footprint of his company and wants to operate a business that is equally focused on the customers he serves as the world they live in. Lim speaks much about the need for spontaneity in his brand and creative process, and his independent spirit consistently portrays this. SCAD is proud to call Lim a friend and honored him with the Etoile Award in 2019. Paula Wallace and Phillip Lim examine Lim's career though his upbringing and family life, and how that's affected his creative process through his life.

As SCAD prepares for deFINE ART, three days of celebrating the modern masters of visual art, we catch up with a previous deFINE ART guest: celebrated photographer and SCAD alumna, Melissa Spitz. Spitz hit the national stage with her eye opening photography series, "You Have Nothing to Worry About." The photo-scape tells the story of Spitz's mother as she navigates mental illness. Through her exhibitions and Instagram, Spitz touches thousands with similar life circumstances and develops the grounds for honest conversations. TIME Magazine honored Spitz as their 2017 Instagram Photographer of the Year in recognition of her brave artistic expression. Paula Wallace celebrates Spitz's successes, delves into the vulnerable nature of her work, and reminds all SCAD alumni that they're never far from the hive.

Paula Wallace sits with Toyin Ojih Odutola to reflect on her exhibition at the SCAD Museum of Art, "Testing the Name," and on the impact of art in popular culture. Toyin's masterful use of mediums and materials create novels out of a carefully curated collection of drawings as she challenges her audience to "read her pictures." Her work is deep and dynamic with an emphasis on texture that has become a signature of her artwork. Her exhibition was praised by SCAD students who found endless inspiration in her use of ink, pastels, charcoal, and pencil. Tune in and enjoy Toyin's passion for art's power in the twenty-first century.

Paula Wallace sits with award-winning costume designer Terry Dresbach. For fans of the flagship Starz series "Outlander," Dresbach weaves the visual tapestry of wardrobes that grace the characters of the historical time-traveling drama. She achieves couture-level artistry through in-depth historical research to best portray 18th and mid-20th century cultural trends. Dresbach's work on "Outlander" garnered her two Emmy nominations, and she won an Emmy for her designs on HBO's "Carnivàle." SCAD honored Dresbach and her art with an exhibition at the SCAD Museum of Art titled, "The New World: Season Four," a dramatic installation of costumes presented with cinematic and sculptural elements to evoke the early American landscape. Tune in to hear Dresbach and Paula Wallace dive into the histories behind "Outlander" designs, and how the popular series has become an individually significant series for women of all ages.

Our guest is award-winning historian, documentarian, and author, Dayton Duncan. Through his thirty-year collaboration with Ken Burns and Florentine Films, Duncan brings the excitement of American history to the curious masses.

Paula Wallace is joined by Emmy Award-winning actor, Eric McCormack. McCormack currently stars as the titular Will Truman in NBC's juggernaut sitcom, "Will and Grace." For eleven seasons and two-hundred and forty-six episodes, McCormack has brought charm, dignity, and humor to the airwaves along with his co-stars of television's finest. His creative journey has brought him from classic American sitcoms to hard hitting dramas like "Travelers" and "Perception." In recognition of McCormack's singular contribution to television, he was honored with the Impact Award at the 2020 SCAD aTVfest in February. There he sat with Paula Wallace and four SCAD School of Entertainment Arts students for this wonderful dive into his storied career.

"Be inquisitive, be curious and be more creative than ever before." Through this positive call to action, Mary Katrantzou perfectly encapsulated our "On Creativity" mission statement. Her much admired eponymous label sparks positivity in the eye of the wearer and the beholder through dazzling prints and color palettes. In 2019, SCAD was honored to host an exhibition in honor of ten years of the Katrantzou brand at the SCAD FASH Museum of Fashion + Film in Atlanta. During the exhibition, Paula Wallace sat with Katrantzou to explore the vibrant world of Katrantzou's design aesthetic, her business model, and how artists can best describe their work to clients, critics, and everyone in between.