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Candid & Curious

Candid & Curious

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Ever wonder what fuels passion and creativity? Candid & Curious with Nina takes you behind the scenes of fascinating people and careers, uncovering the human stories that drive them. Hosted by artist and storyteller Nina A Padilla, each episode is an honest, intimate conversation with inspiring individuals who are unapologetically themselves. Tune in to learn, laugh, and stay curious.Motion Arts Media Social Sciences
Episodes
  • The Many Lives of Chibbi: Makeup, Theatre, Poetry & Production
    Jul 30 2025

    In this episode, host Nina Padilla sits down with the vibrant and multifaceted Chibbi, a multidisciplinary artist, activist, and producer behind Gemineyes Productions. From his early days as a makeup artist to his transformative work in theatre and spoken word poetry, Chibbi shares how his creativity continues to evolve through storytelling, leather work, sobriety, and producing. Together, Nina and Chibbi explore the deep personal truths behind performance, the joy of reinvention, and how embracing each chapter of life can lead to unexpected and powerful art.

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    1 hr and 24 mins
  • The Layers of Art with Joao Quiroz
    Jul 23 2025

    In this episode, host Nina Padilla sits down with Joao Quiroz, a multidisciplinary artist and director of Blue Art Gallery. Joao’s work is deeply influenced by classical traditions while embracing modern techniques, creating rich and vibrant pieces that tell compelling stories. They will discuss the role of art in shaping the human experience, how history influences contemporary art, and the intersection of storytelling and visual expression in Joao’s work.

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    1 hr and 9 mins
  • Lights, Camera, Action, Write, Produce! A Candid Conversation with Local Artist David Carbajal
    Jul 16 2025

    Host Nina Padilla sits down with multi-talented creative David Carbajal to dive into his dynamic career as an actor, writer, producer, and director. They’ll explore David’s journey into the entertainment industry, his favorite acting roles, and the creative spark behind his storytelling. The conversation will also touch on his latest film, Un Verano Tardío — his first Spanish-language movie — and what it means to him personally and artistically.

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    1 hr and 3 mins
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