🎨 In this episode of the Sharp’s Island Podcast, we sit down with legendary Richmond artist, muralist and musician Ed Trask for a wide-ranging, laugh-filled conversation on art, activism, and punk rock philosophy. From his early days playing in bands and painting freight trains to becoming a leading voice in public art and civic engagement, Ed brings stories, insight, and a whole lot of heart.🎧 Whether you’re an art lover, a punk at heart, or just someone who loves a good story about people shaping their communities, this episode has something for you. Hit play, subscribe to Sharp’s Island, and join the conversation about Richmond’s future—one brushstroke at a time. INTERESTED IN STAYING AT SHARP'S ISLAND?<a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&amp;redir_token=QUFFLUhqbjRJV2xqdW1OM3dnY0JXWmswQVZQRmV4UEx0d3xBQ3Jtc0tudTU3RHRYQU1YMGg4T3lhOWFESlJ4bEdrSEFSQ0NranI0TkktZ3VGLUF4S3hkclF2LUM5cWZnOXZvWnBnVXAyaGNwelM4dHpIRzRYRzljR0szYjhzZnhnZUx3Ri14UWxjTlhzTXRwajVuVEF2ajNiWQ&amp;q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.airbnb.com%2Frooms%2F893378644257716500%3Fguests%3D1%26adults%3D1%26s%3D67%26unique_share_id%3Daba81d78-4109-42ed-a51f-c5366ab6e953&amp;v=HsYzgE7yCGc" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/89337864...</a> Production @nodderly www.nodderly.com

Josh Stutz - Executive Director of Friends of The James Park

South of Mayo Island and upstream of Mayo Bridge, Sharp’s Island is Richmond’s premiere camping destination 
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Andy Thompson is the mad scientist experimenting with the one-acre oasis in the middle of the James River in the heart of downtown RVA. Outdoor recreation? Check. Public art? Yup. Historic ruins? Indeed. Podcast destination? Why not? Sharp’s Island is now host to Richmond’s most surprising conversations. Future guests include artist Ed Trask, NBC12 weather forecaster Andrew Freiden, city council person Sarah Abubaker and Mayor Danny Avula!