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When Art Gets Censored
In this episode of ListenUp with Al Neely, we sit down with Jessica Chevon for a powerful conversation on when art gets censored and what that means for creative expression, culture, and truth.
Jessica explores how censorship shapes artistic voice, who gets to decide what is acceptable, and why art continues to challenge systems, norms, and power structures. This episode highlights the role of artists in society and the consequences of silencing creative work.
Jessica makes a compelling case that art has always been a grassroots technology — pen, paper, and an idea are often enough to move people. That accessibility, she argues, is precisely why art so often gets squeezed, restricted, or politicized.
This episode is essential listening for educators, artists, parents, and anyone concerned with cultural literacy, creative freedom, and the role art plays in shaping society.
In this episode, we discuss:
• When art gets censored and why it happens
• Creative expression and artistic freedom
• Power, control, and cultural narratives
• Art as resistance and truth-telling
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Transcript: When Art Gets Censored
Introduction to When Art Gets Censored
Al Neely: Welcome to ListenUp. Today we’re talking about when art gets censored and why that conversation matters. I’m joined by Jessica Chevon for a powerful discussion on creativity and control.
Jessica Chevon: Thank you for having me. Art has always pushed boundaries, and censorship often reveals who feels threatened by expression.
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