In episode 4, Nelson speaks with musician Ishmael Butler, 1/3 of legendary Hip Hop outfit Digable Planets and the mastermind behind the groundbreaking Shabazz Palaces.
Ish delves into his history and progression musically. All throughout discussing the importance of conviction in your ideas, discipline with artistic practice and constant reinvention in pursuing a creative life.

Ep04 Creative Freedom & Discipline with Ishmael Butler / Shabazz Palaces

The inaugural episode of Observatory. Cynthia chats with Hip Hop artist Nelson Dialect on the topic of motivation. Giving us practical tips on how to find it, his creative approach and how it's influenced his music and every day life.

Ep01 – Motivation with Nelson Dialect

In Episode 2 Nelson chats with designer and animator Cynthia Larenas of ZONA*MIND. They discuss the idea of keeping light which for Cynthia is about integrating her spiritual practice with her creative work.

Ep02 – Keeping light with Cynthia Larenas

In episode 3 we sit down with New York Times bestselling author Adam Bradley whose work includes the Anthology of Rap and the memoir of Common. Bradley is the Professor of English and Director of the Laboratory for Race and Popular Culture at Colorado University. Nelson & Adam discuss the themes of solitude and writing for the creative whilst going through Adam's mindset dealing with milestones and setbacks in his career.

Ep03 – Solitude & Writing with Professor Adam Bradley

Sharing experiences and insights on matters of spirit, philosophy and creativity with your hosts Nelson and Cynthia.

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