Inside the She Cave: Trailblazers, Innovators, Rule Breakers

Art has a transformative power, highlighting the power of inclusion and community. Christina Mossaides Strassfield, the ‘Let’s Get it Done’  Executive Director of Southampton Arts Center (SAC), celebrates the everlasting impact of art and culture. With 29 years of experience at Guild Hall, in East Hampton, serving as a museum director and chief curator, Christina reflects on her clear and direct path into the art world, beginning with childhood visits to museums, fueled by a passion for storytelling. She shares the dynamic art scene in the Hamptons, from the musical chairs of institutions to the thriving summer season programs  and community-building mission at Southampton Arts Center. Some of the recent exhibitions, including the iconic photography by Harry Benson and the panel series and exhibit of the "Change Agents," featuring women collectors breaking new ground in the art world. A passionate leader dedicated to providing art experiences for all ages, believing that exposure to art at an early age hooks them for life. Visit Southampton Art CenterConnect with Cindy: InstagramLinkedInWebsite Thanks for joining us on Inside the She Cave: Trailblazers, Innovators, Rule Breakers. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a rating and review to help us reach even more women interested in learning about trailblazing women about women in the arts, politics, real estate, and more.

Art transcends boundaries, both in terms of nature vs. nurture, concept and the medium.  Alice Aycock defies being a trailblazer, innovator, and rule breaker today by challenging traditional definitions of art and expanding the possibilities of the artistic expression.  She is a renowned American artist, especially known for her large scale abstract sculptural installations, as well as drawings and models. Her work spans a wide range of media and often explores themes related to architecture and design, engineering, nature, and the human experience. Her large-scale outdoor sculptures that can be found in various public spaces, art institutions and airports around the world. Her works often challenge viewers to reconsider their relationship with the environment and the spaces they inhabit. Alice Aycock joins podcast host Cindy Glanzrock for a thought-provoking and straight forward conversation about critical thinking and the creative journey. She opens up  about her experiences growing up in Harrisburg, PA and later living in New York City, in a family deeply connected to architecture and design, engineering, and construction. She reflects on her studies at Douglass College, a women's liberal arts college at Rutgers and Hunter College, where she received a Master of Arts degree. She reveals her views on education, passion for teaching, and explores the changing landscape of the art market and the need for collectors and enthusiasts to deepen their knowledge and understanding of art beyond its financial value.Learn more about Alice AycockConnect with Cindy: InstagramLinkedInWebsite Thanks for joining us on Inside the She Cave: Trailblazers, Innovators, Rule Breakers. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a rating and review to help us reach even more women interested in learning about trailblazing women about women in the arts, politics, real estate, and more.

Women in the legal profession are are the ultimate trailblazers. Laurinda Martins is a highly accomplished partner at the global law firm Fried Frank (Fried, Frank, Harris Shriver, and Jacobson LLP). She joins podcast host Cindy Glanzrock for an intimate conversation about her early aspirations of wanting to become a lawyer at age 10, and her drive to become a partner early on in her career. She openes up about her work covering complex commercial real estate transactions, the challenges she faced  in law school and her experiences working her way through the legal quagmire. She specifically reflects on  being recruited by Weil Gotchall, serving in-house counsel at Brookfield and finally and ending up at Fried Frank, working on major development projects such as Manhattan West and Greenpoint Landing.  She also shares insights into maintaining a work-life balance with twins and the importance of mentoring and giving back through pro bono work.  Learn about the law firm's commitment to diversity and pro bono initiatives, including partnerships with organizations including “Her Justice” and “Dream Charter." Connect with Cindy: InstagramLinkedInWebsite Thanks for joining us on Inside the She Cave: Trailblazers, Innovators, Rule Breakers. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a rating and review to help us reach even more women interested in learning about trailblazing women about women in the arts, politics, real estate, and more.

Art helps open our eyes to injustice and convey powerful new visions and possibilities. Renée Cox is a Jamaican-born African-American artist known for her provocative photographs, 3D visuals and multimedia videos that address racism and sexism in society. Her work is often described as controversial because of her interpretations with nothing to hide. She is known for using her body to celebrate black womanhood including her first one woman solo show in 1998, where she was the center of attention, as a black superhero, named Raje, a dynamic and  powerful beautiful figure which heightened the visual impact of the work, making her politics clear and engaging. She has produced countless projects since, which are moving and thought-provoking including her solo exhibition this summer at Guild Hall in East Hampton, Proof of Being. Renée joins podcast host Cindy Glanzrock for a down to earth and revealing conversation about her storied career as an artist and how she continues to push the envelope using new technologies in the digital medium of photography, with “Soul Culture,” a new body of work which adds a new twist using 3D images, music - a Soul Cycle multimedia experience. Visit Renée Cox at Guild Hall, East Hampton, NYLearn more about Renée’s work and follow her on social media @reneecoxstudioConnect with Cindy: InstagramLinkedInWebsite Thanks for joining us on Inside the She Cave: Trailblazers, Innovators, Rule Breakers. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a rating and review to help us reach even more women interested in learning about trailblazing women about women in the arts, politics, real estate, and more.

Former Congresswoman Elizabeth Holtzman was once the youngest woman elected to Congress and went on to serve in government for nearly three decades. Her impressive resume speaks for itself - from congresswoman and district attorney in Brooklyn to NYC comptroller and later a practicing lawyer - and her decades-long work for justice and equality is written about in history books. She joins host Cindy Glanzrock in a powerful conversation about the political hurdles she overcame as a female law student, politician and her comeback bid at 80 years old. Connect with Cindy: InstagramLinkedInWebsite Thanks for joining us on Inside the She Cave: Trailblazers, Innovators, Rule Breakers. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a rating and review to help us reach even more women interested in learning about trailblazing women about women in the arts, politics, real estate, and more.

Former Congresswoman Carolyn Maloney was first elected to Congress in 1992 and served more than three decades representing the state of New York. She has an extensive list of accomplishments from 9/11 recovery and national security issues like gun control to infrastructure and healthcare. Of special note is her charge for women and minorities in which she has spent her entire career working to advance women’s rights. She joins podcast host Cindy Glanzrock in a powerful conversation about her role as a leading advocate and champion for legislation to recognize the ratification of the Equal Rights Amendment (ERA). She believes women will never gain equality, including equal pay for equal work, without the ERA in place to protect women's rights. It is simple, women have come a long way, but not long enough.Connect with Cindy: InstagramLinkedInWebsite Thanks for joining us on Inside the She Cave: Trailblazers, Innovators, Rule Breakers. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a rating and review to help us reach even more women interested in learning about trailblazing women about women in the arts, politics, real estate, and more.

Strength, determination to survive, zest for life, humor and courage – all define Elizabeth Bellak (born Ariana Spiegel), a 92-year-old Holocaust survivor, who along with her daughter Alexandra Bellak, joins podcast host Cindy Glanzrock, in a moving conversation about her life in Poland as a prominent child film star before World War II. She reflects on the harrowing story of her sister Renia’s murder during the war, and the discovery of Renia’s Diary: A Holocaust Journal, which became a New York Times bestselling book. Learn more about Renia's Diary: A Holocaust JournalVisit Museum of Jewish Heritage -  New York's Living Memorial to the Holocaust Connect with Cindy: InstagramLinkedInWebsite Thanks for joining us on Inside the She Cave: Trailblazers, Innovators, Rule Breakers. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a rating and review to help us reach even more women interested in learning about trailblazing women about women in the arts, politics, real estate, and more.

Women are the pulse of culture and society, blazing new trails for how we see and move through the world - from arts and culture to real estate, finance, politics and more. Podcaster Cindy Farkas Glanzrock aka "RealArtMuse" is a proud native New Yorker, a longtime advocate for minority women business enterprises, celebrating and connecting women through hosting and sponsoring events like “A Seat at the Table” and “Iconic Women." Come inside her “she cave” for heart-to-hearts with dynamic women spanning generations - Trailblazers, Innovators, Rule Breakers - as they frankly reflect on their craft, success stories, failures and the lessons learned.Connect with Cindy: InstagramLinkedInWebsite Thanks for joining us on Inside the She Cave: Trailblazers, Innovators, Rule Breakers. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a rating and review to help us reach even more women interested in learning about trailblazing women about women in the arts, politics, real estate, and more.

It's a narrative that transcends time immemorial and resonates with the true essence of a whaling village in Sag Harbor and it’s literary spirit. Kathryn Szoka, co-owner of the esteemed Canio's Books in Sag Harbor, joins podcast host Cindy Glanzrock in a friendly and engaging conversation about the history and philosophy of Canio’s Bookstore, where the significance of tangible books, face-to-face connections and intimate gatherings come together. From the history of the Moby Dick Marathon to collaborative efforts and ties with their neighbors, such as the John Jermaine Library, Kathryn passionately underscores the vital role of fostering community through shared literary experiences. She sheds a light on Sag Harbor's pivotal role in literary history and the collective efforts to preserve the John and Elaine Steinbeck home. Kathryn generously provides insights into the bookstore's relationship with a local, Colson Whitehead, recounting his early visits and celebrating his subsequent international acclaim. The dialogue deepens into the connection between creativity, empathy, and the emotional struggles that artists face, drawing poignant parallels between Steinbeck's life and work. Explore the intersection of creativity, community, and the enduring allure of physical books in the digital age. This episode is a tapestry of literature, community involvement, historical preservation, photography and an intricate interplay of creativity.Connect with Cindy: InstagramLinkedInWebsite Thanks for joining us on Inside the She Cave: Trailblazers, Innovators, Rule Breakers. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a rating and review to help us reach even more women interested in learning about trailblazing women about women in the arts, politics, real estate, and more.

April Gornik, a true visionary who bends light both physically and philosophically, leaving an indelible mark on the world of art and community engagement. The landscape artist joins podcast host Cindy Glanzrock for an intimate conversation about her artistic prowess over 40 years, from hard-edge abstractions to open landscapes that mirror the interplay of light and darkness in nature. April's canvas becomes a poetic expression, weaving childhood memories and profound connections to the landscapes she paints. But April is more than just an artist; she is a force of nature beyond the canvas. Discover her local passion projects, including the preservation of the old Sag Harbor Movie Theater and the transformation of a 19th-century Sag Harbor Methodist church into a cultural hub. The church, redesigned with the support of the local community, hosts exhibitions, printmaking classes, and even contemporary classical performances inspired by April's own paintings. Beyond the strokes of her brush, April is actively involved in supporting the Sag Harbor Partnership, a non-profit entity that, with the help of the local village, town of Southampton, and private donations, has turned author John Steinbeck's home into a writer's residency retreat.Connect with Cindy: InstagramLinkedInWebsite Thanks for joining us on Inside the She Cave: Trailblazers, Innovators, Rule Breakers. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a rating and review to help us reach even more women interested in learning about trailblazing women about women in the arts, politics, real estate, and more.

Reading books holds significant importance in society, as it plays a crucial role in shaping our culture, knowledge, and values. Few know this more than Jane Friedman, former CEO of Harper Collins Publishers, Worldwide; Co-founder, Open Road Integrated Media. She joins podcast host Cindy Glanzrock for an intimate discussion about her storied career, from her early days at Alfred Knopf to becoming the President of the first Random House Audio Books and ultimately leading HarperCollins Worldwide as the CEO. Discover the story behind her creative marketing innovation the “Author Tours” working with literary icons such as Toni Morrison and Julia Childs. Jane describes her close relationships with celebrity writers such as Lauren Bacall and the rise of audio and digital formats. She provides  a unique seasoned view with anecdotes, reflections and a glimpse into the changing dynamics of publishing. A must-listen for book enthusiasts, aspiring authors, or anyone who shares our curiosity about the transformative power of knowledge through literature. Connect with Cindy: InstagramLinkedInWebsite Thanks for joining us on Inside the She Cave: Trailblazers, Innovators, Rule Breakers. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a rating and review to help us reach even more women interested in learning about trailblazing women about women in the arts, politics, real estate, and more.

The transformative power of building educational institutions lies in its capacity to positively shape individuals, communities, and societies by providing opportunities, fostering personal and intellectual growth, and contributing to overall progress and development. It is an investment in the future, with far-reaching benefits for generations to come. Jennifer Raab is a true force in education, leading Hunter College in New York City for 22 years. She joins podcast host Cindy Glanzrock for an intimate conversation about the evolution of Hunter College, from steering it through the aftermath of September 11, 2001, to raising close to $1 Billion for renovations, acquisitions, and groundbreaking programs. Jennifer's high standards, vision, and determination have shaped Hunter into a powerhouse for education, arts, and social change.  Jennifer reflects on her humble beginnings in New York City, her commitment to excellence nurtured at Hunter High School, and her trailblazing educational journey through Ivy League institutions. Discover the heartwarming stories of notable alumnae and their contributions to public policy, human rights, literature, and medicine. Explore Hunter College's history as the birthplace of Social Security and its unique connections, including a visit from the Dalai Lama.  As Hunter bids farewell to Jennifer Raab's transformative era, we celebrate a civic and educational leader who has left an indelible mark on higher education and the empowerment of women. Connect with Cindy: InstagramLinkedInWebsite Thanks for joining us on Inside the She Cave: Trailblazers, Innovators, Rule Breakers. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a rating and review to help us reach even more women interested in learning about trailblazing women about women in the arts, politics, real estate, and more.

Modern Dance was born in America during the turn of the 20th century when a number of choreographers and dancers rebelled against the rigid academic dance establishment, and instead expressed a free-form dance environment celebrating woman. Isadora Duncan is one of the “Mothers of Modern Dance,” expressing soft and flowing movements and bright costumes. Today, Lori Belilove embodies Isadora’s life and work as the founder and Artistic Director of the Isadora Duncan Dance Company and Foundation, and third generation dancer and choreographer. She joins podcast host Cindy Glanzrock for a compelling conversation about the history of modern dance, expanding the dance company and school, programming upcoming performances, and the timeless and passion-driven movement of Isadora Duncan’s dance repertoire.  Check out upcoming performances by the Lori Belilove & Isadora Duncan Dance Company and Foundation:August 17, 2023 – Battery Dance Festival, Rockefeller Park - Battery Park City, New York City September 3, 2023 – Untermyer Gardens, Yonkers, New YorkSeptember 10, 2023 – Bartow-Pell Mansion, The Bronx, New YorkLearn more and visit the schedule of performances here: https://www.isadoraduncan.org/Connect with Cindy: InstagramLinkedInWebsite Thanks for joining us on Inside the She Cave: Trailblazers, Innovators, Rule Breakers. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a rating and review to help us reach even more women interested in learning about trailblazing women about women in the arts, politics, real estate, and more.

Dance can expose human emotion through movement, and there is no one who achieves that philosophy more than the Martha Graham Dance Company, a world leader in the evolving art form of modern dance since its founding in 1926. Martha Graham was a visionary of the 20th century, often considered an artistic force and icon for revolutionizing dance and theater.  A former company dancer herself, Janet Eilber has been the artistic director since 2005, and has modernized the dance company to what it is today while maintaining the Graham legacy. She opens up about how she has kept the dance company relevant through video conferences, partnerships, live shows across the world, new choreographers and more, all while continuing to celebrate the Martha Graham Dance Company as it approaches 100 years.  Learn  about the Martha Graham Dance Company: -Website-Social Media-SchoolConnect with Cindy: InstagramLinkedInWebsite Thanks for joining us on Inside the She Cave: Trailblazers, Innovators, Rule Breakers. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a rating and review to help us reach even more women interested in learning about trailblazing women about women in the arts, politics, real estate, and more.

New York City’s Central Park is home to many works of public art, featuring iconic statues and monuments. American Sculptor Meredith Bergmann details the effort, planning, time and creation that goes into erecting a sculpture that calls Central Park its home. For more than 25 years, she has worked on public monuments that deal with complex and historical themes in an accessible, beautiful, and stimulating manner – exploring race, human rights, disabilities, and the power of literature, poetry and music. She speaks about what drives her private work, often involving visual and verbal puns, and reflects on her artistic journey that began in the 1970s NYC, at SVA, and then which piqued her curiosity, spending hours sketching. Episode Highlights:- History of art in New York City- When the first statue of real women was erected in Central Park- Women’s Rights Pioneers Monument- The process and what went into creating her WRPM sculpture in Central Park- Discussing Meredith’s next project “Gateway to Lexington”Connect with Meredith Bergmann:websiteLinkedInYoutube Instagram Connect with Cindy: InstagramLinkedInWebsite Thanks for joining us on Inside the She Cave: Trailblazers, Innovators, Rule Breakers. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a rating and review to help us reach even more women interested in learning about trailblazing women about women in the arts, politics, real estate, and more.

Organizing supplier and workforce diversity in Commercial Real Estate (CRE) requires deliberate focus to action. Enter: MWBE Unite, Inc. a platform bridging CRE supplier and workforce diversity gaps and creating accessible opportunities within those spaces. Founders Pay Wu and Jodi Pulice aim to pave the way for 100 percent Minority and Women participation, offering services that include strategic program management, Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) advisory, social impact construction, development and management and property technologies. Their decades of experience in the commercial real estate industry has given them unparalleled insights into the challenges faced in the industry while moving the dial forward. Learn more about MWBE Unite, Inc.https://mwbeunite.com/Connect with Cindy: InstagramLinkedInWebsite Thanks for joining us on Inside the She Cave: Trailblazers, Innovators, Rule Breakers. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a rating and review to help us reach even more women interested in learning about trailblazing women about women in the arts, politics, real estate, and more.

Humanist art explores the connections that unite far beyond any kind of boundary. Natalie Vassil is an accomplished artist and longtime friend who uses spiritual energy and motion as a technique on her canvas, painting chains of people, portrayed by abstract consecutive figures, tirelessly roaming across complex universes, spaces and systems. From Paris, to Milan, to Monaco, to Miami, to New York City, her art has been featured.  Visual arts and the history of art have always been an integral part of life and career path – from attending school in Europe, moving and studying in the United States and an unexpected career pivot working in international finance. Connect with Natalie:https://natalievassil.com/https://www.instagram.com/natalie_vassil/?hl=enConnect with Cindy: InstagramLinkedInWebsite Thanks for joining us on Inside the She Cave: Trailblazers, Innovators, Rule Breakers. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a rating and review to help us reach even more women interested in learning about trailblazing women about women in the arts, politics, real estate, and more.

Storytelling through art and history is a unique skill. Vinnie Bagwell, originally as a journalist, looked deeply into her subject matter. Then as a representational-figurative artist, she uses sculpture and traditional bas-relief techniques as visual narratives to expand her storytelling. For 30 years, she has defined herself as an American sculptor who casts in bronze. As well, she is the co-author of a book and sculptor of one of her most recent commissions "A Study of African-American Life in Yonkers From the Turn of the Century.” Vinnie is recognized for reframing public art which includes historical Black figures which has won numerous public-art commissions and awards throughout the United States. Her recent work "The Enslaved Africans' Rain Garden” includes 5 life-sized bronze statues of enslaved Africans located in Yonkers, NY.Connect with Vinnie:WebsiteInstagramConnect with Cindy: InstagramLinkedInWebsite Thanks for joining us on Inside the She Cave: Trailblazers, Innovators, Rule Breakers. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a rating and review to help us reach even more women interested in learning about trailblazing women about women in the arts, politics, real estate, and more.

Anita Durst, Founder and Artistic Director of Chashama, details her path and passion about exposing artwork by activating mostly empty retail spaces in New York City and discusses the importance of art everywhere and art for all. For almost three decades, Chashama has played a central role in sustaining New York’s vibrant artistic community and increasing artists’ access to space and exposing art everywhere and for all. Chashama supports artists by partnering with property owners to donate empty retail space, creating studio space to create in addition to artist residencies and free art programs for kids. In addition, their new Storefront Startups program supports small businesses with free pop-up storefronts to restore financial stability, bringing commerce, beauty, and hope back to NYC.Learn more about Chashama:Chashama WebsiteFacebookInstagramConnect with Cindy: InstagramLinkedInWebsite Thanks for joining us on Inside the She Cave: Trailblazers, Innovators, Rule Breakers. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a rating and review to help us reach even more women interested in learning about trailblazing women about women in the arts, politics, real estate, and more.

Hyperrealism enhances reality by creating illusions. American sculptor and author Carole A. Feuerman, is among the early artists who are credited with starting the hyperrealism movement, specifically sculpture, in the 1970s. Best known for her figurative works of swimmers and dancers, Carole is the only woman known to sculpt in this style of life size realistically painted outdoor sculptures.Carole has had solo museum gallery foundation shows throughout the world. To read more about Carole’s past exhibitions, please click here. Learn more about Carole & follow her work:WebsiteBooksFoundationInstagramConnect with Cindy: InstagramLinkedInWebsite Thanks for joining us on Inside the She Cave: Trailblazers, Innovators, Rule Breakers. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a rating and review to help us reach even more women interested in learning about trailblazing women about women in the arts, politics, real estate, and more.