BAM, Next Wave, NYC, ep. 4

BAM, Next Wave, NYC, ep. 4

From FOR REAL by Resonate Productions

January 2, 2026 · 26 min

About this episode

This episode explores themes of human dignity and personal relationships in the workplace through various guest stories.

FOR REAL is a podcast on human dignity, made by Resonate Productions. In this episode: humanity - someone being in love with you at work - being ignored as a junior at work - asking questions. Recorded on the 23d of November 2025, at BAM Brooklyn, Next Wave Festival, New York City. (01:20) Zack Glassman [°1993 - Suffolk, New York]: "You are bringing music to humanity here. In this world today, I wonder: do I have to prove my humanity? Nobody needs to prove their humanity. I wish we can all experience this moment for what it is, this afternoon. Because we are all here together. " (06:04) Helena de Groot [°1983 - Belgium]: "I have been in love with you from the moment I saw you. And actually, it is because of me that you got hired... I thought I had been hired for me." (11:30) Keileigh [°2001 - Tennessee]: "What is the best way to phrase this... I am younger in the creative field. I look up to my elders in arts administration, I admire them, I want to be like them. But then, they don't even say 'hi' to you when you are ushering." (15:37) Preeti [°1973 - India]: "My mother didn't get to have a career. But she has one now, in art. Her medium is what comes from domestic…

People in this episode

Guests: Zack Glassman, Helena de Groot, Keileigh, Preeti

Topics covered

  • human dignity
  • work relationships
  • art and creativity
  • personal stories
  • interpersonal dynamics

Keywords

  • humanity
  • love at work
  • junior at work
  • art
  • dignity
  • personal growth
  • interpersonal relationships

Mentioned in this episode

Places: BAM Brooklyn, New York City

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