CJ Raugewitz, creative innovator, artist and fashion designer who founded Hive Mentality Clothing Company specializes in 1 of 1 customized designs and cutting edge fashion. CJ joins the podcast for an exclusive look into the mind of a "creative", pushing the boundaries of fashion and building a unique, artistic brand of his own. He possesses an infectious passion for the art of clothing design and a raw talent to generate new and original ideas in the world of urban fashion. Look for his brand Hive Mentality on Instagram and sit back and enjoy a sneak peak into his creative process and artistic talents as a clothing designer. As an entrepreneur and designer, CJ continues to stay true to his vision and convictions to create the most high-quality custom clothing currently on the market. If you haven't heard, now you know to check out his clothing drops on IG Hive Mentality and follow CJ's evolution as an authentic, genuine human being, aspiring mogul and a designer in the world of fashion.

Take a look at Ukiah's small town charm through the eyes of one of Ukiah's premier digital creators and videographers Zack Sampsel. No doubt you've seen his 10 second videos for Visit Ukiah and Downtown Ukiah. By creating "10 second Art for a 10 second world", Sampsel weaves in hometown nostalgia to his marketing videos which create a visual feast for the senses, evoking one's adventurous spirit to get out and explore the best of what The Ukiah Valley has to offer. His mission is to attract tourism and promote small business and that's exactly what his Instagram reels do in a tasteful and artistic fashion. Us locals who grew up here, can learn from him as he transplanted here 19 years ago from Indiana with a journalism degree from Ball State. He possesses a refreshing perspective and an infectious enthusiasm for this area, which resonates through his videos. Better known as "Neal Young's Voice" on IG, sit back and get to know Mr. Zack Sampsel and make sure to tune in to his weekly videos featuring Ukiah's unique quaintness, beauty and charm.

Art Revolution talks life, high school dayz, sports, epic concerts back in the day, not being afraid to fail and never giving up in life. Join us for a candid discussion about facing insecurities, over-coming fears and accepting failure as a part of the growth-process on the path to success. We are all just human beings trying to do our best and hopefully we learn from our mistakes as not to repeat them.

Art Revolution celebrated the Summer Solstice in style by welcoming to the podcast, the prolific, multi-talented, artist, musician, composer, producer, story-teller, entrepreneur, community organizer and Renaissance Man, Mr. Spencer Brewer. The guys talk to him about the humble beginnings of the now infamous Sundays in the Park Concert Series at Todd Grove Park in Ukiah, his early days as a bohemian, traveling minstrel amid his adventures and his current projects and ideas for the future. He talks music, community and his creative process. We were grateful and honored to have him as a guest. Sit back and enjoy a backstage pass to a true treasure trove of knowledge and wit, the creative powerhouse who is Spencer Brewer.

Join Art Revolution for an in-depth Local Artist Spotlight featuring up and coming 4-piece band Weevilism. Based out of Ukiah, Ca, Weevilism is hosting an Album Release Party this Friday June 13th from (5-8pm) at The Lot on Main in downtown Ukiah. These emerging local musicians- Isabel, Andrew, Alex and Miles share their origin story, their musical aspirations, influences and some of their current favorite bands and artists. They bless the Podcast with a heartfelt live performance of their single "Flowers" from their new album available on all streaming platforms June 13th. Sit back and enjoy an intimate front row seat ticket for this talented quartet of young musicians and friends, pursuing their musical dreams and helping to fuel the local music scene and keeping live music thriving and alive in Mendocino County.

Lead guitarist/vocalist Treaston and drummer Austin from Ukiah's beloved indie rock band Weird Year, (along with their honorary manager for the episode Wyatt), join Art Revolution for a candid discussion about their musical journey as friends and their evolution as a band. Join us for a lively conversation and pull the curtain back on one of Ukiah's most talented and best live bands. They talk about their synergistic bond and brotherhood as musicians, artists, and live performers. Strap in for this wild ride and enjoy Weird Year.

"Blue" Luke Andrews, born and raised in Mendocino County's serene wilderness near the Dos Rios Eel River area, picked up the guitar at age 12 and never looked back. He was offered a management contract at the age of 17, and later graduated from The Berklee College of Music in Boston, MA. After graduation, he was recruited by Julian Marley to play in Marley's Uprising Band where he toured extensively around the world, recorded and co-produced with Julian, Stephen and Damian "Jr. Gong" Marley. As a teenager he immersed himself fully in the world of music and studied the blues, reggae and eventually the expansive art form of jazz. He now resides in Mendocino County with his wife and 2 daughters and plays locally as well as touring with Julian Marley and The Uprising Band. He is truly Mendocino County's own, a local legend and a real life guitar hero. Enjoy, Blue Luke.

The crew talks about cultivating a vibrant downtown art scene and envisioning an Art District in Ukiah, Jazzminh's Student Art Show Exhibit Opening April 24th 4:30-6:30 pm at The Mendocino College Art Gallery and her personal and professional journey as an artist with exhibitions in New York City, Los Angeles, San Francisco and Paris. She shares her experiences with Art Walks in the big cities and how important local art and music scenes are for the youth as an outlet for creative expression and better overall health and wellness for the community. Jazzminh will be showcasing Mendocino College student artwork for The First Friday Art Walk on May 2nd, 2025 at The Lot on Main (220 Main St and Stanley St) in downtown Ukiah for The May Day Event featuring live music from BP3 (5-8pm) sponsored by Mendo Utopia.

https://www.mendocino.edu/events/student-art-show-0