In this special episode, co-founder Steve Dudrow takes a thoughtful pause to share what’s been happening behind the scenes at The Art Box Podcast. After a brief lull between episodes, Steve catches listeners up on the many creative directions the team has been pursuing, from public art projects and poetry collections to new podcast adventures and community outreach. Hear updates on Mesquite Works STEAM Center’s “STEAM into 2026” campaign, the Mesquite First Friday Family Art Walk, and a sneak peek at our newest sister series, Alternate Realms. Steve also shares what co-hosts Suzie White, MJ Stiles, and Sandi Randelle have been up to, plus news from favorite past guests, public art milestones, and a few heartfelt reflections from The Art Box’s ever-curious research assistant, Addison. To close, enjoy two preview poems from our upcoming Harvest of Thought special project, featuring beautiful original works by Heather Lang-Cassara and Annie MacKenzie, a taste of the inspiring voices soon to come. It’s a moment to breathe, reflect, and reconnect with the creative pulse that keeps The Art Box beating strong.
