Episode 21, Part 2: Art, Empathy, and Healing

Empathy is a term that surfaces in a variety of fields, including museums. MOCRA Assistant Director David Brinker sets out to explore two different angles on museums and empathy.

In Part 1, he talks with museum educator Adam Nilsen about how empathy is understood and studied, as well as the ways it is being applied in museum settings.

Part 2 features chaplain and pastoral care educator Cristina Stevens reflecting on the role art and empathy play in the training and practice of those who support the spiritual needs of healthcare patients.

Listen to Part 1 of the conversation here.

Be sure to listen to the Audio Extra, "Student Reflections." 

Visit the MOCRA Voices website to learn more about Adam Nilsen and Cristina Stevens and to explore our other episodes.

Recording Engineer and Editor: Mike Schrand
Host: Linda Kennedy
Theme and Incidental Music: Stephen James Neale
Producer: David Brinker

Original release date: 8/30/2016; updated on 5/30/2017

This episode was made possible with financial support from the Regional Arts Commission.