Join the Conversation: Introducing the MAASIN Podcast
We are thrilled to announce the upcoming launch of the MAASIN Podcast, an educational and community-centered audio series brought to you by the Marching Arts Accessibility, Safety, and Inclusion Network!
This podcast aims to document, examine, and elevate vital conversations about accessibility, equity, safety, and belonging within the marching arts and adjacent performance spaces. Through engaging interviews, roundtable discussions, and guided conversations, we’ll center lived experiences and professional insights while focusing on actionable practices from educators, performers, designers, administrators, advocates, and community members.
Why Tune In?
Honest Dialogue: Our episodes create a space for thoughtful and respectful conversations, grounded in care for the people who make up the marching arts ecosystem.
Accessibility First: We prioritize accessibility across all content and production aspects, ensuring that everyone can engage with the material.
Calling All Guests!
Do you have experience, research, or expertise in any of the following topics? We want to hear from you!
Accessibility in the Activity: Strategies for supporting performers with disabilities, adaptive teaching methods, and improving rehearsal and audition accessibility.
Safety and Performer Wellbeing: Mental health considerations, preventing toxic rehearsal culture, and fostering healthy practices.
Equity and Representation: Gender disparities, BIPOC representation, LGBTQ+ inclusion, and breaking barriers in the marching arts.
Leadership and Education: Mentorship, student leadership development, and ethical leadership practices.
Media and Storytelling: Responsible documentation, representation in media, and uplifting underrepresented voices.
Community and Culture: Alumni impacts, regional differences, financial barriers, and sustainable growth in the marching arts.
Who Should Apply?
We welcome submissions from:
Performers and alumni
Educators and instructors
Designers and creative staff
Researchers and advocates
Media professionals in the marching arts
Both first-time speakers and seasoned leaders are encouraged to apply!
How to Get Involved
Ready to share your voice? Submit your interest by emailing us at podcast@maasin.net. We can’t wait to hear your stories and insights! Stay tuned for more updates as we prepare to launch this exciting new platform for dialogue and growth within our community.
The MAASIN Podcast: Coming Soon!