The podcast Long Take: Life as an Artist dives into deep conversations with artists from across the globe, focusing on musicians and sound creators. Hosted by Norient founder, anthropologist, writer and audiovisual artist Thomas Burkhalter, it explores the personal journeys of these artists – their aspirations, successes, challenges, creative processes, and perspectives on the world. The podcast is minimally edited, offering authentic portrayal of each artist, revealing the person behind the art. It serves as a valuable, freely accessible resource for anyone researching music, sound, culture, and politics. Listen via Spotify or YouTube.
  • Snap Rai Mohamed
    Mohamed Rai – Water, Drumming and Silence
    Podcast by Thomas Burkhalter
    In the third episode of «Long Take: Life as an Artist», Mohamed Rai and his friend Hanan share their perspectives on the challenges of pursuing a career in the Maldives, and about peforming cover songs at resorts.
  • snap_episode_2_zara.jpg
    Zara Mujthaba – Music and Tourism in the Maldives
    Podcast by Thomas Burkhalter
    In this episode of «Long Take: Life as an Artist», Maldivian singer, producer, and artist Zara Mujthaba shares insights into her musical journey, her involvement with the influential Maldivian collective Dinba Family, and on the evolving tourism industry in the Maldives.
  • Yakawrath – Life is a Sine Wave.
    Yakawrath – Life Is a Sine Wave
    Podcast by Thomas Burkhalter
    In the debut episode of «Long Take: Life as an Artist», Yakawrath, aka Fira, an experimental psytrance musician and a 2D/3D artist from the Maldives, opens up about his journey as an underground artist in Malé City.