Haven Nation

11 Haven Podcast Extra - Jim Krueger (video)

noreply@blogger.com (The Haven NYC) — Tue, 27 Feb 2007 16:27:00 PST

In this follow up to his live talk at the Haven on Monday February 11th, comic book author Jim Krueger adds some of his thoughts on mythology and how everyone's beliefs can be challenged.

As a freelance comic book writer, Jim has written stories for everything from X-Men to the Justice League. He was also one of the driving forces behind Marvel's Earth X series and has written several original comics.

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3 minutes 37 seconds | 48.2MB

Visit Jim Krueger's site.
Read more about Earth X on Wikipedia

10 Haven Podcast Extra - Eric Metaxas

noreply@blogger.com (The Haven NYC) — Tue, 20 Feb 2007 19:01:23 PST

This item adds a little bit extra to Eric Metaxas's appearance at The Haven on Monday night. He spoke about the life of British abolitionist William Wilberforce. His biography of Wilberforce's life, Amazing Grace, is the companion book to the new movie Amazing Grace that hits theaters on February 23rd, 2007.

Wilberforce is certainly one of Metaxas's personal heroes, and his life was an "amazing" example of faith and action.

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15 minutes 23 seconds | 14.1MB

Visit Eric Metaxas's site.
Learn more about the book here.
Or just buy it because it's awesome.
Learn more about the movie here.

The New Podcast

noreply@blogger.com (The Haven NYC) — Mon, 05 Feb 2007 07:46:41 PST

Calling all actors, producers, writers, filmmakers, sound engineers, video editors, newscasters, designers, bloggers, thinkers, talkers, and learners!

The Haven Communications Team is preparing to launch a brand new podcast that features both audio and video. We aim to support the Haven's mission statement by informing through thought provoking dialogue, and entertaining through rich productions.

If you're interested in joining the podcast team, please let us know. We are planning production days on Saturdays in February and March. We'll be meeting near Columbus Circle (exact directions available upon RSVP). Both amateur and pro participants welcome! We plan to work in teams to produce some exciting new content.

RSVP right now...

Haven Nation 9 - Art and the Nations

noreply@blogger.com (The Haven NYC) — Fri, 17 Nov 2006 21:41:37 PST

Visual artist Chevas Rolfe has his first high-profile art exhibition at the United Nations, opening on November 20th. I was lucky enough to meet him at his studio and ask him a few questions about art as a form of cross-cultural communication and art's place in the international politics of the UN.

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30 minutes 21 seconds | 27.9MB

Also check out the screening of Invisible Children, a documentary about the exploitation of children in the war in Northern Uganda on December 1st at 8:00pm at The 411 Space: 300 W43rd st., 4th floor. Suggested donation is $10. Proceeds go to Invisible Children, Inc.

And be sure to visit Chevas's website to learn more about his art.

Haven Nation 8 - Mercy

noreply@blogger.com (The Haven NYC) — Thu, 19 Oct 2006 16:08:24 PDT

I got a chance to sit down with actor and playwright Kevin Johnson and talk about the virtue of Mercy and his play Universal Signs, which makes its debut on October 19, 2006 as part of the Mercy Plays, a series of 7 original short plays that "play" on the theme of Mercy.

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17 minutes 53 seconds | 16.4MB

Come see the Mercy Plays:
October 19, 20, 21 (8pm) and October 22 (3pm)
Center Stage NY (48 W 21st St at 6th Ave, 4th floor)

Tickets are $15. All proceeds from the Mercy Plays go to the Mercy Ships, a volunteer fleet of hospital ships that provides free medical care and surgical services to developing nations.

Learn more about the Mercy Plays...
Learn more about the Mercy Ships...

Haven Nation 7 - Inspiration

noreply@blogger.com (The Haven NYC) — Fri, 11 Aug 2006 21:22:03 PDT

This episode we're examining all aspects of Inspiration: what it is, why it's important, how to get it, how to keep it, and why it's an important part of the creative process. This show also marks Kristen Ball's debut as my official co-host. Joining us are musician Doug Hulin and actor/photographer Joanna Williams.

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29 minutes 50 seconds | 27.3MB

Doug is the new bass player for The New Absolutes
Joanna is reading The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho
I just watched The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly
Kristen mentions Man Ray the photographer

Haven Nation 6 - Kristen Ball

noreply@blogger.com (The Haven NYC) — Fri, 11 Aug 2006 21:28:25 PDT

This episode I get to talk speak with writer and editor Kristen Ball on the roof of her building. Kristen is our new co-host and co-producer, which means she'll be part of the show from now on. So you'd better get to know her, or else!

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26 minutes 37 seconds | 24.4MB

Kristen's blog
Kristen's magazine
Buy Kristen's favorite book

Co-host wanted

noreply@blogger.com (The Haven NYC) — Sat, 13 May 2006 18:32:09 PDT

We're looking for a co-host. Get your voice on the "air." Come up with show ideas. Learn audio production. We've produced 5 great episodes so far, and we want to get more folks invloved on the production side.

Do you love Jesus? Do you love the arts? Are you nosy? Then we want you!

The Haven Nation Co-host is someone who:

* has an appreciation for all forms of artistic expression
* is willing to work under a loose production schedule
* is a Christian
* is available on weekends
* isn't afraid of a microphone
* isn't afraid to ask questions
* isn't afraid of computers

The co-host will:

* help produce the show
* come up with show ideas
* interview folks either with me, or on their own
* provide some witty banter

We can teach that person how to:

* conduct an interview
* record stuff
* edit and publish a podcast

Prior media or podcast experience a definate plus.
Posession of some awesome recording equipment also a plus.

Think you got what it takes? Drop us an email: havennation@havennyc.com

Haven Nation 5 - Music!

noreply@blogger.com (The Haven NYC) — Fri, 11 Aug 2006 21:28:46 PDT

Here's something a little bit different. Instead of an interview, we have some fabulous tunes for you. Each tune was hand-picked from the music tree, and comes individually sealed and refrigerated, delivered right to your ears. Episode 5 is a little bit country, and a little bit rock & roll. If you can dig it, be sure to check out the websites mentioned on the show.

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28 minutes 40 seconds | 26.3MB

Whirl (Owen Rockwell) - Reborn (whirlmusic.com)

Matt Magill - The Devil Ain't Cryin' (mattmagill.com)

The New Absolutes (Danny Carlton) - Icarus (thenewabsolutes.com)

Susan Enan - Bring on the Wonder (susanenan.com)

Dusty Brown - The Second Week (dustinbrown.net)

David Childs - The Richest of Fare (davidchilds.com)

The Local (Daniel Kiedis) - London Fly Away (myspace.com/thelocal)

Haven Nation 4 - Amanda Hunt

noreply@blogger.com (The Haven NYC) — Fri, 11 Aug 2006 21:29:07 PDT

This episode I got a chance to talk with actor Amanda Hunt. In one of her most recent roles, Amanda plays Brenda, a 20-ish Jewish girl searching for her soul mate in the off-Broadway rock opera Soul Searching. In this episode of Haven Nation, she candidly plays herself, revealing what it's like to be both an actor and a Christian.

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19 minutes 57 seconds | 18.3MB

NY Times review of Soul Searching: http://theater2.nytimes.com/2006/01/28/theater/reviews/28soul.html

Once again, special thanks to Greenwich Studios for providing a location to record the show, and a Mac to record it on.

Haven Nation, Episode 3

noreply@blogger.com (The Haven NYC) — Thu, 09 Mar 2006 12:16:43 PST

This episode we're presenting an Oscar movie panel discussion, moderated by our event coordinator Kristin Ball. The panel features screenwriter Brennan Smith, screenwriter Peter Bishai, and actor/writer Susan Isaacs. Keep in mind that the panel discussion took place on Sunday about an hour before the actual ceremony.

I apologize in advance for the sound quality. All we had to work with was one tabletop microphone and there's a lot of noise on the track. But it's a good discussion, with plenty of stuff to it. Enjoy.

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54 minutes 45 seconds | 50.2MB

Oscar Night web site: Haven Oscar Night
Brennan's site: movies.bren.us
Susan's site: SusanIsaacs.net
Unfortunately Peter has no site.

Special thanks to Greenwich Studios for providing a location to record the show, and a Mac to record it on.

Haven Nation Contest

noreply@blogger.com (The Haven NYC) — Tue, 21 Feb 2006 21:21:32 PST

Fame and glory can be yours: write the theme music for the podcast! The deadline is March 20, so composers, get to work. Please contact us if you have any questions.

Haven Nation, Episode 2

noreply@blogger.com (The Haven NYC) — Mon, 20 Feb 2006 21:01:46 PST

This episode we interview screenwriter Brennan Smith about his top movie picks of 2005, and the importance of theme when writing a screenplay. Bren also shares some insights about what can make or break a movie from a storytelling perspective, and details some of the writing challenges unique to writing for the silver screen.

***WARNING: If there are any movies that you haven't seen that have been released in the past year or so, there's probably a spoiler for it in this show.***

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31 minutes 43 seconds | 29.07MB

Brennan's site: movies.bren.us

Special thanks to Greenwich Studios for providing a location to record the show, and a Mac to record it on.

Haven Nation, Episode 1

noreply@blogger.com (The Haven NYC) — Fri, 02 Dec 2005 17:51:33 PST

This episode we interview singer-songwriters David Childs, Kevin Johnson, and Patrick (P.A.T.) Noth about their roots. All three performed at the Haven Singer-Songwriter Night on October 19th, 2005. David, Kevin, and P.A.T. reflect on their own musical backgrounds, how their music is created, and how God inspires them.

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29 minutes 24 seconds | 27.6MB

David's site: www.davidchilds.com
P.A.T.'s site: www.flytalker.com
Poor Kevin has no site, but you can download his Singer-Songwriter Night recording here

Liner notes:
Kevin is pursuing theater
P.A.T. is a hip hop artist and producer
David works as a worship leader at a church in Hoboken, NJ
Kevin's early music was influenced by Dave Matthews
Kevin and David both like David Wilcox
P.A.T. grew up in Milwaukee
Kevin grew up in Nashville
P.A.T.'s early inspirations came from bands like Run DMC
David's early music was influenced by bands like Jars of Clay
David is on Grassrootsmusic.com
P.A.T. is on iTunes
P.A.T. has two albums out
P.A.T has been looking to the classics like Bob Dylan, the Beatles, and Led Zeppelin for inspiration lately

Special thanks to P.A.T. and Flytalker Records for letting us use their slick studio set up.

Singer Songwriter Night, Vol. 1

noreply@blogger.com (The Haven NYC) — Fri, 02 Dec 2005 22:42:55 PST

A full evening of live music, recorded at The Tank in New York City on October 19, 2005. Download and listen to individual artists, or download the full show and immerse yourself in musical goodness. Hosted by Dusty Brown. More about this event...

Entire Recording
1 hour 26 minutes | 79.2MB

David Childs
14.2mb | 15 minutes
Shana Cassidy
14.9mb | 16 minutes
Ronnie Dennis
13.0mb | 14 minutes
Dusty on CDs
1.0mb | 1 minute
Dusty Brown
6.6mb | 7 minutes
Kevin Johnson
16.6mb | 18 minutes
Patrick (P.A.T.) Noth
13.0mb | 14 minutes
Dusty Closing
1.0mb | 1 minute

Download instructions Windows users: right-click on the link and choose "Save Target as..." Mac users: control-click on the link and choose "Download linked file"