Today I'm really thrilled to share a conversation with Jerome China, a metal sculptor who transforms his McGinley Square backyard into a sanctuary—both a creative space and what he calls "the only place on earth where I don't have to compromise." Jerome's journey from needing a fence to becoming an artist, his Buddhist practice, and his connection to Jersey City make this a conversation about freedom, persistence, and the power of sacred spaces. This is a perfect episode to close out the year, a meditation on place, purpose, and artistic practice.
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Today I'm really thrilled to share a conversation with Jerome China, a metal sculptor who transforms his McGinley Square backyard into a sanctuary—both a creative space and what he calls "the only place on earth where I don't have to compromise." Jerome's journey from needing a fence to becoming an artist, his Buddhist practice, and his connection to Jersey City make this a conversation about freedom, persistence, and the power of sacred spaces. This is a perfect episode to close out the year, a meditation on place, purpose, and artistic practice.
Episode #102: Persistence and Place with Charlene Burke
Nat's Sidewalk Stories
51 minutes 1 second
8 months ago
Episode #102: Persistence and Place with Charlene Burke
In this episode, Nat speaks with longtime Jersey City advocate Charlene Burke about her journey from magazine publisher to neighborhood preservationist. Learn how Charlene helped establish the West Bergen-East Lincoln Park Historic District, her practical wisdom on civic engagement, and why speaking up at public meetings matters—even when you're nervous.
Nat's Sidewalk Stories
Today I'm really thrilled to share a conversation with Jerome China, a metal sculptor who transforms his McGinley Square backyard into a sanctuary—both a creative space and what he calls "the only place on earth where I don't have to compromise." Jerome's journey from needing a fence to becoming an artist, his Buddhist practice, and his connection to Jersey City make this a conversation about freedom, persistence, and the power of sacred spaces. This is a perfect episode to close out the year, a meditation on place, purpose, and artistic practice.
