Michael Hyacinthe, Founder of Wimee TV

03/30/24 • 17 min

Ara chats with Michael Hyacinthe, Founder of Wimee TV, an interactive live kids show that encourages imagination, vocabulary building, and storytelling through puppetry, music, and wordplay. Michael is also a veteran of the U.S. Navy and used his experience with wounded veterans to find a creative and therapeutic outlet for them to express themselves.

Michigan Creates is a podcast series highlighting artists and art & culture organization in Michigan. Produced and hosted by Ara Topouzian, award winning traditional Armenian musician. Podcast theme music: Song: Sun Never Sets Music by: CreatorMix.com

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Marsha Music, Writer/Storyteller

Ara chats with Marsha Music is not just a name but a force in the realm of cultural preservation, storytelling, and community engagement. Born and raised in Detroit, Marsha Music is a renowned author, musician, historian, and activist, whose work is deeply rooted in the rich tapestry of Motor City's history and culture. Join us as we explore the life, achievements, and enduring legacy of this remarkable individual whose passion for her hometown has resonated far beyond its borders.

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Xiao Dong Wei, Chinese Musician

Michigan Creates podcast host, Ara Topouzian chats with Xiao Dong Wei, a master musician that plays bother classical and Chinese music. Xiao plays traditional Chinese instruments such as the pipa and the guzheng (a 21-stringed zither) while minoring in classical piano, but it was the erhu that would elevate her status as a world class musician.