Before superheroes flew across movie screens, comic books were already shaking the foundations of society. In this episode, we crack open the panels of history to reveal the bold, subversive roots of the comic book industry—where capes and speech bubbles met protest and propaganda.

Join us as we explore how early comic creators tackled racism, fascism, sexism, and war, often under the radar and sometimes under fire. From Wonder Woman’s feminist origins to the punk-fueled zines of the ’80s and the guerrilla art of street comics today, we trace how graphic storytelling became a powerful tool for resistance, identity, and cultural transformation.

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In this episode of Lattes & Art, host James William Moore explores the dramatic world of Caravaggio through the lens of Pope Francis’s admiration. Why does a pope known for humility and mercy gravitate toward an artist with such a turbulent past? We break down two of Caravaggio’s most powerful works—The Calling of Saint Matthew and The Incredulity of Saint Thomas—looking closely at their use of light, realism, and raw emotion. These aren’t just paintings; they are spiritual confrontations in oil and shadow. Join us as we unpack the tension between faith and doubt, sinner and saint, and why Caravaggio’s divine drama still hits home today.

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The Calling of Saint Matthew https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:The_Calling_of_Saint_Matthew_by_Carvaggio.jpg

The Incredulity of Saint Thomas https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:The_Incredulity_of_Saint_Thomas_by_Caravaggio.jpg

Mean Streets, Martin Scorsese https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0070379/mediaviewer/rm2117716992/?ref_=ttmi_mi_11

Installation shots of Caravaggio works https://anamericaninrome.com/2019/02/caravaggio-church-san-luigi-dei-francesi-rome/?utm_source=chatgpt.com

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Join us for a stroll through Desert X 2025 as we explore the powerful, playful, and poetic installations scattered across the Coachella Valley. In this episode, host James William Moore is joined by three friends and fellow art lovers—Ellen Pirosh, Susan LeBlanc, and Jeff Snyder—each bringing their unique lens to the experience.

From Ellen’s takes and discoveries to Susan’s emotional insights, and Jeff’s design-savvy reflections at Sunnylands and The Living Pyramid, this episode captures the joy of discovering art in unexpected places. Whether you’ve walked Desert X yourself or you’re exploring it vicariously, this is a journey worth tuning in for.

Desert X runs through May 11, 2025—don’t miss it! Be sure to download the app for maps, locations, and artist statements

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