Canvas, Cornfields, and Culture: A conversation with Kaleb Stevens, Show Manager for the "Middle of NOWhere" (MONFest) Rural Art & Music Festival

In this inspiring episode of Do The Math 247 "Math Talk" Podcast, we sit down with Ames native and experiential producer Kaleb Stevens, the show manager behind the "Middle of NOWhere Festival (MONFest)". Kaleb shares his personal journey—from humble beginnings producing basement dance battles, high school open mics, and art shows to curating immersive events that celebrate music, poetry, and culture. 🎭 We explore Kaleb’s creative roots and how growing up in a smaller town helped him develop a grassroots mindset and deep appreciation for authentic community spaces. 🌍 We go behind the scenes of MONFest, a rural art and music festival that’s reshaping the cultural narrative of Iowa. Kaleb shares the MONFest team vision, the festival’s growing impact, and what he hopes city-dwellers and out-of-state guests experience when they step into the “Middle of NOWhere.” Whether you're an artist, community builder, or just someone looking for creative inspiration, this episode will spark new ideas and remind you of the power of passion and purpose. https://www.facebook.com/events/1463674118179566/