JL Interviews: A Journey Through Universal Art and Cultural Dialogue
Founded in 2015 by Joanna Longawa in the heart of Rome, JL Interviews is a multilingual online magazine dedicated to showcasing the rich tapestry of our world’s artistic heritage and promoting social unity. Drawing inspiration from Dante’s De Monarchia, which articulates the universal theory of a global community, JL Interviews embodies the idea of Civitas Universalis Humani Generis. As Editor-in-Chief, Longawa’s vision is to elevate and celebrate the diverse cultural expressions that define humanity.
Through insightful dialogues, Joanna conducts interviews with a myriad of cultural representatives—from artists and musicians to filmmakers, models, photographers, and social advocates. These conversations serve as a platform for cultural exchange, emphasizing the importance of art as a means to foster social ties and inspire collaboration. The magazine aims to not only highlight the value of artistic contributions but also to encourage participation in a vibrant artistic life by organizing engaging events and partnerships across the globe.
The Power of Interviews
At the core of JL Interviews is the belief in the transformative power of dialogue. Inspired by Mikhail Bakhtin’s exploration of language and meaning in The Dialogic Imagination: Four Essays, Longawa embraces the idea that dialogue is an open, ever-evolving exchange. The act of interviewing—like Bakhtin’s theories about literature—reflects a dynamic process where meanings are never fixed and each conversation opens pathways to new understanding.
Joanna Longawa contends that the conversation is an ongoing journey, always incomplete yet rich with potential. Nothing in our world is definitive; every voice adds to the collective narrative, ensuring that the discourse remains alive and forward-looking. Through JL Interviews, she invites readers and participants into this vibrant conversation, reminding us that the ultimate truths about our world are yet to be discovered, and that it is the dialogue among us that will pave the way for future discoveries.
Join us on this exciting journey as we explore the intersection of art and society, fostering connections that celebrate the human experience in all its diversity. At JL Interviews, the conversation never ends—it only expands, inviting you to be part of the unfolding story of our global community.