The Pistache Podcast - Culture, Art & Creativity

Is Art Important? - Hosts Nick and Jamie discuss the importance of art, especially in these strange days that we are living through. What are the different types of art? What is art and what isn't? How does society value the role of an artist? Are things about to change for the better for artists? * CLICK TO WIN FREE ART * * CLICK TO SUPPORT US * Support the show (https://www.pistacheartists.com/win-free-art/)

This episode is an introduction to Season 2. The hosts Nick and Jamie Bennett, who are also known as Pistache, talk about the future of the podcast. This episode goes off on tangents to talk about doing the Podcast on Zoom, Star Wars, Art, The Future and more. * CLICK TO WIN FREE ART * * CLICK TO SUPPORT US * Support the show (https://www.pistacheartists.com/win-free-art/)

Rap vs Hip Hop, what is the difference? Nick and Jamie dig into the history of Hip Hop and rap, to find out what are the connections. They also talk about Pistache's beginnings in the UK Hip Hop scene, and how that scene has evolved today. Do you know what the 5 elements of Hip Hop are? If you do or you don't have a listen to this episode and see what you think. * CLICK TO WIN FREE ART * * CLICK TO SUPPORT US * Support the show (https://www.pistacheartists.com/win-free-art/)

Is Back To The Future a classic 80s blockbuster movie or an esoteric masterpiece? Nick and Jamie discuss how the film influenced them and growing up in the 80s. They also talk about the movies influence on skateboarding, sneaker culture and other interesting facts about Back To The Future. We hope you enjoy this episode and share it with anyone you think might like it! * CLICK TO WIN FREE ART * * CLICK TO SUPPORT US * Support the show (https://www.pistacheartists.com/win-free-art/)

Machine vs Hand Poked tattoos? What is the difference and is one technique better than the other? Are all tattoos made the same? Nick and Jamie look into the history of tattooing and talk about different techniques and styles. They also talk about one of their other businesses, a hand poked tattoo studio in Bayonne, France called Indigenous Tattoo. Listen and hopefully learn something. * CLICK TO WIN FREE ART * * CLICK TO SUPPORT US * Support the show...

Basquiat or Warhol? Who was a better artist, Jean Michel Basquiat or Andy Warhol? Jamie and Nick also discuss who had a larger impact on modern culture and society. They talk about their approach to art,their influences on Pistache & how do you judge who is a better artist? We hope you enjoy this episode. * CLICK TO WIN FREE ART * * CLICK TO SUPPORT US * Support the show (https://www.pistacheartists.com/win-free-art/)

Skateboarding's Influence on Fashion - Is there more to this story than baggy jeans and Vans shoes? Nick & Jamie explain the history of skateboarding and skate fashion. Then they discuss it's influence on the fashion industry, from high street to high end. Are you wearing Vans and a Thrasher t-shirt, but never been on a skateboard? * CLICK TO WIN FREE ART * * CLICK TO SUPPORT US * Support the show (https://www.pistacheartists.com/win-free-art/)

Meditation & Creativity. Can Meditation make you more Creative, or are Creative people just more likely to try Meditating? Nick & Jamie do some research into studies on this subject, and add some of their own meditation experiences into the mix. Will they find that mediation is useful for creativity or is it just a way to achieve enlightenment? * CLICK TO WIN FREE ART * * CLICK TO SUPPORT US * Support the show (https://www.pistacheartists.com/win-free-art/)

Absinthe & Creativity. Can Absinthe make you more Creative, or are Creative people just more likely to try Absinthe? Nick & Jamie do some research into studies on this subject, and also add some of their own experiences into the mix.Like everything else in life, it seems like Absinthe has it's good and bad sides. * CLICK TO WIN FREE ART * * CLICK TO SUPPORT US * Support the show (https://www.pistacheartists.com/win-free-art/)

White Men Can't Jump Philosophy - Is the film White Men Can't Jump just about Basketball or does it have a deeper meaning? Nick and Jamie discuss the philosophy behind the film & how much it influenced their own lives. They also talk about playing basketball in general & when is a foul a foul? This episode is not just for ballers! * CLICK TO WIN FREE ART * * CLICK TO SUPPORT US * Support the show (https://www.pistacheartists.com/win-free-art/)

Marvel or Star Wars? Is Star Wars losing popularity? Is Marvel now taking over as the #1 Franchise in film history? Jamie and Nick talk about the past, present and future of both Star Wars and The Marvel Cinematic Universe. They go a little bit geeky on some of the details, but it should be enjoyable for both the casual and dedicated fans. * CLICK TO WIN FREE ART * * CLICK TO SUPPORT US * Support the show (https://www.pistacheartists.com/win-free-art/)

Cannabis & Creativity. Does Cannabis make you more Creative, or are Creative people just more likely to take Cannabis? Nick & Jamie do some research into studies on this subject, and also add some of their own experiences into the mix.Like everything else in life, it seems like Cannabis has it's good and bad sides. * CLICK TO WIN FREE ART * * CLICK TO SUPPORT US * Support the show (https://www.pistacheartists.com/win-free-art/)

Graffiti vs Street Art. What are the differences and similarities between Street Art, Graffiti and Urban Art? Is this kind of art a safe space where everyone loves each other? No, of course not, we're human beings and we love hating each other for our differences. This episode stays focused on the topic and doesn't go off on too many tangents. * CLICK TO WIN FREE ART * * CLICK TO SUPPORT US * Support the show (https://www.pistacheartists.com/win-free-art/)

Martial Arts, Cultural Appropriation, UK Hip Hop & Creativity are the topics. This episode is an extension of episode Zero, finding out more about Pistache and the hosts Nick and Jamie Bennett. * CLICK TO WIN FREE ART * * CLICK TO SUPPORT US * Support the show (https://www.pistacheartists.com/win-free-art/)

This episode is an introduction to the hosts Nick and Jamie Bennett, who are also known as Pistache. It reviews their work and talks about the future of the podcast. This episode goes off on tangents to talk about Bruce Lee, MMA, Sneakers, Hand Poked Tattoos, Becoming an Artist & Working with Brands and Art Clients. * CLICK TO WIN FREE ART * * CLICK TO SUPPORT US * Support the show (https://www.pistacheartists.com/win-free-art/)