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Arts Blast on the Air with Willi Miller

Arts Blast on the Air with Willi Miller

By: Jesse Kriske
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 I began covering the arts on Florida's Treasure Coast almost 25 years ago after working in Miami with WTMI-FM. Before Miami, I spent 16 unforgettable years in the U.S. Virgin Islands, getting my feet wet in broadcasting at WVWI, as program director and host of a radio talk show, and learning how to live in the Caribbean - not easy but so worth the effort.
When I made my way north to the Treasure Coast, I landed at WQCS, the regional NPR affiliate, producing Arts Spotlight and arts-related special programs for 15 years or so. I tried retirement, but that wasn't for me. Soon I was tapped to produce a weekly radio segment for the Cultural Council of Indian River County. My arts coverage spilled over from radio to print when I was asked to write an arts and entertainment column for TCPalm.com. At the end of 2018, I tried retirement again, and immediately realized there was no retiring from spreading the word about the wealth of arts, culture, and entertainment we have to offer.
Over the years, I've met hundreds of interesting and talented people and discovered places to go and things to do that I just have to share. From Brevard County to North Palm Beach County and looking west, Willi Miller's Arts Blast will keep you moving, learning, and having fun. Subscribe to the free weekly eMagazine at willimiller.com or just check back here every week for the latest issue. On Facebook, it's Willi Miller's Arts Blast and Willi Miller's Arts Blast Extras. Come explore with me.Copyright EverGreen Media Network Art Entertainment & Performing Arts Music
Episodes
  • Dr Jacob Craig (First Presbyterian Church), Tregoney Shepherd & Lauren Maria (A Gentleman's Guide To Love & Murder)

    Dr Jacob Craig (First Presbyterian Church), Tregoney Shepherd & Lauren Maria (A Gentleman's Guide To Love & Murder)
    Dec 23 2025
    Dr. Jacob Craig is the Director of Music and Arts at First Presbyterian Church of Vero Beach. He's also a Board Member of Indian River Symphonic Association. The 2026 Season is coming up with more access to the world-class orchestras than ever. Details at IRSymphonic.org

    Tregoney Shepherd and Lauren Maria Medina share their experiences in 'A Gentleman's Guide to Love and Murder' at Riverside Theatre. They discuss the production, characters, and their acting journeys. The play runs from January 9th to February 1st, featuring comedic and musical elements along with stunning period costumes. The actors express their excitement and encourage audiences to purchase tickets for the upcoming performances.
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    26 mins
  • John Bolton (Long Thread Media) and Warren Obluck (Center For Spiritual Care)

    John Bolton (Long Thread Media) and Warren Obluck (Center For Spiritual Care)
    Dec 17 2025
    John Bolton joins the show to discuss the "sheep to sweater" knitting and crochet process, how he founded Long Thread Media, a majority-women owned small business dedicated to hand crafts and publisher of independent handcraft magazines. He also founded BeerandBrewing.com and the Beer and Brewing Podcast.

    Warren Obluck is another interesting guest; he has worked in foreign service for thirty-two years. Today, he's the Cultural Coordinator for the Center for Spiritual Care at 1550 24th Street in Vero Beach. Online at CenterSpiritualCare.org. He's excited to show us the works of painter Madeline Long, as "Splash & Blooms, Pools, Plants and Places" appears in January 2026.
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    25 mins
  • Larry Brown (Larry Brown Quintet) and Sara Klein (Vero Beach Museum of Art)

    Larry Brown (Larry Brown Quintet) and Sara Klein (Vero Beach Museum of Art)
    Dec 10 2025
    Larry Brown and his Quintet are back in Vero Beach! See them perform Friday, January 16th at 7pm at the Vero Beach Theatre Guild. Enjoy performances of music made famous by the likes of by Miles Davis, George Gershwin, and Cole Porter. Kids are welcome, and in fact, encouraged to attend. Get tickets and info at VeroBeachTheatreGuild.com. We also talk about the Summer Jazz Camp in June; find details online at JazzSociety.org.

    Sara Klein of Vero Beach Museum of Art joins us to discuss Holidays at the Museum, a free event this Saturday, December 13th, 2025, from 10am-3pm, with artistry, fun and food trucks. We also discuss the 44th season of the International Lecture Series. This year's theme is "American Made" showcasing 250 years of American art. Get memberships, registration and details online at VBMuseum.org.
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    25 mins
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