Mike's Moment Of... | Episode 8 – Cultural Embodiment with Dr. L'Antoinette Stines OD

In this deeply personal and illuminating conversation, Michael Sean Harris is joined by acclaimed choreographer, scholar, educator, and cultural visionary Dr. L'Antoinette Stines, founder of L'Acadco: A United Caribbean Dance Force.

Together they explore the profound idea of cultural embodiment—how our bodies become living archives that carry history, ancestry, spirituality, and identity across generations.

Drawing from decades of artistic practice and research, Dr. Stines reflects on the development of her movement language, the influence of Kumina and other Afro-Caribbean traditions, the responsibility of artists as cultural stewards, and the importance of preserving memory while continuing to innovate.

This episode is both an intimate reunion between former teacher and student and a thoughtful conversation about art as a vehicle for healing, education, transformation, and cultural continuity.

In this episode you'll hear about:

• What "cultural embodiment" really means
• The body as an archive of memory and ancestral knowledge
• Developing an authentic Caribbean movement language
• Kumina, ritual, spirituality, and performance
• Balancing tradition with innovation
• The responsibility of artists and educators
• Creativity as a path toward cultural preservation and collective healing

Whether you're an artist, educator, performer, cultural practitioner, or simply curious about how identity lives within us, this conversation offers wisdom that extends far beyond the stage.

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Production Values | Sharon Schroeter | Mike's Moment Of… Season 2, Episode 7

What does it really take to bring great television to life?

In this episode of Mike's Moment Of…, Michael Sean Harris sits down with veteran television producer, scriptwriter, and production powerhouse Sharon Schroeter for a candid conversation about the craft, challenges, and rewards of working behind the camera.

From her early days at TVJ to her years helping shape iconic Jamaican television programs such as Digicel Rising Stars, Sharon shares stories from the control room, lessons learned from managing talent and production teams, and reflections on creating opportunities that changed lives.

Together, Michael and Sharon explore:

• Sharon's journey into television production
• The realities of producing live television
• The art of storytelling behind the scenes
• Managing talent, teams, and creative personalities
• Memorable moments from Digicel Rising Stars
• The impact of television on culture and community
• Why creating opportunities for others remains one of production's greatest rewards

This episode is filled with warmth, nostalgia, laughter, and an appreciation for the people who make the magic happen behind the camera.

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In this episode of Mike's Moment Of…, host Michael Sean Harris sits with Robin Baston—architect, lighting and set designer, and technical director for major theatrical and festival productions.

Together, they explore how creativity extends beyond performance into the spaces that hold story, light, and human experience. Robin shares his unique journey blending architecture and theatre from the very beginning, revealing how technical precision and artistic intuition coexist in his work.

This conversation dives into:

• The intersection of architecture and performance design
• Building environments that shape artistic expression
• The relationship between technical craft and creative instinct
• Lessons from theatre, festivals, and collaborative creation
• What it means to "build" creativity in real, tangible ways

A thoughtful and inspiring conversation for artists, designers, and anyone interested in how creativity lives beyond the stage.

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