Atlantica - 01.05.2007, Page 22

A T L A N T I C A 21
TaTe PodcasTs – The Tate Museum galleries in the
UK have been breaking museum ground with their
new series of podcasts and vodcasts. Users can choose
to download from a host of tours including audio
commentary from artists, critics, curators, thinkers,
scientists, and even school children (which are perhaps
the most interesting). Everyone but your mailman is
in on these podcasts it seems, but with interesting
conversations and insightful remarks, these podcasts
make a great companion when visiting the museum.
tate.org.uk/podcasts
MaKe VodcasT – If you ever wondered what happens
to the little boys who dismantle their Nintendos and
burn their GI Joes, then tune into MAKE. This vodcast
provides step-by-step instructions on everything from
how to construct a catapult to wiring an alarm clock that
runs away in the morning, and even printing woodblock
party invitations. Host Bri Pettis is clearly up to no good,
but his boyish grin and gearhead ways will keep you
coming back. makezine.com
aMaTeur TraVeler – If you can stomach the
theme song, then this homemade podcast/vodcast
has quite a lot to offer the traveler. Host Chris
Christensen brings you travel stories from around the
world through interviews mixed with clever segments
with historical and cultural info. The music gets a little
heavy-handed, but overall Chris does a good job at
keeping the amateur traveler informed about what to
see and what to skip. amateurtraveler.com
WhaT’s cooKing grandMa? – This is a great
example of how the powers of podcasting are put
to good use. Users from around the globe submit
vodcast clips of grandmothers making their favorite
recipes. Whether you miss homemade biscuits or
just need to hear how things were in the good old
days, there is nothing quite as comforting as having
grandma cook for you. humanbeans.com
lisa Bufano – Artist and double amputee Lisa
Bufano makes her movement pieces available as
vodcasts, entering a new arena for artists to exhibit
their work. Having lost her legs and fingers at 21,
the 34-year-old artist explores the idea of deformity
with her performance pieces, incorporating music,
prosthetics, and props. lisabufano.com a

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