Best Contemporaryart Podcasts (2025)

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Bad at Sports: Episode 921 – Lori Waxman 1:20:11

1h ago1:20:11

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Recorded live at the Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago / CAB Tailgate In this live MCA tailgate episode, the Bad at Sports crew — Duncan MacKenzie, Ryan Peter Miller, Brian Andrews, and Jesse Malmed — sit down with Chicago Tribune and Hyperallergic critic Lori Waxman to dig into the past, present, and uncertain future of art criticism. Lori Waxman…

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AD 283 | Aisha Schliessler | "Leaning Into Authenticity" 1:05:18

2h ago1:05:18

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Aisha Schliessler is a writer and director based in Los Angeles and London. A third-generation filmmaker, life behind the camera is in her blood. As a narrative director, Aisha is passionate about exploring the human psyche through a nuanced and stylistic lens. Her work emphasizes character and emotional storytelling, often infused with playfulness…

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I will not shrink anymore this year ❤ | ATH Podcast | S5E20 15:10

7h ago15:10

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In this solo Thanksgiving episode, Charuka talks about gratitude, the lessons this year brought, and her wish to stop shrinking when life asks for more courage. She opens up about loss, change, and the people who helped her through it. A gentle and real conversation to close out the year.By Charuka Arora

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Is Pornography Not Real Art? 9:26

2h ago9:26

9:26

On today's episode, we're diving into a wild and totally unexpected topic: the intersection of art and adult entertainment, sparked by a hilarious story about our own "Not Real Art" sticker showing up in a porno scene. Yep, you heard that right! We will explore the quirky synchronicity of how our little brand made its way into a billion-dollar indu…

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How to Become an Art Curator (What No One Tells You) S5E19 19:58

5d ago19:58

19:58

On this week's Arts to Hearts Podcast, young curator Natasha opens up about her journey in the ever-changing world of contemporary art curation. She talks about how the role of curators has evolved from traditional methods to more collaborative partnerships with artists. Natasha compares the art scenes in America and Paris and highlights how online…

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Bad at Sports Episode: 920 Tony Lewis 1:16:38

2h ago1:16:38

1:16:38

Recorded live at the CAB6 × MCA Tailgate This episode was recorded as part of the Chicago Architecture Biennial (CAB6) activation on the plaza of the Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago, where Bad at Sports staged a series of open-air interviews, community dialogues, and tailgate-style broadcasts. Artists, architects, students, and the public inters…

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AD 282 | Roy Dean | "A Constant Journey Into Mastery" 2:13:03

13d ago2:13:03

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Roy Dean is a martial artist, filmmaker, and creative storyteller whose work bridges the worlds of combat and art. A black belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu under Roy Harris, Roy is known for his elegant approach to movement, mastery, and self-expression. Through his films, writings, and instruction, he reveals the artistry within discipline—showing how …

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Why does being real feel so risky in art | ATH Podcast | S5E18 51:22

6d ago51:22

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This episode follows Katie Rodgers as she talks about what it means to take risks by being real in her work. After years in fashion, she chose to step away and start again in New Mexico. Katie shares how change tested her, what she learned about letting go, and why staying true to what feels right is worth the risk.…

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Man One – World-Renowned Muralist & Graffiti Artist 35:04

7d ago35:04

35:04

Man One is known for elevating graffiti into fine art. His style reflects the urban culture - addressing identity, community, and social issues. Hear his unique philosophy on murals & graffiti, why the hardest part of being an artist is actually making the art, and the heartwarming story of the first piece he ever sold. Check out Man One's artwork …

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Residencies for Artists: Hype, Hope, or Help? S5E17 29:43

15d ago29:43

29:43

In this episode, Charuka sits down with Beulah Van Rensburg, co-founder of a quiet and inspiring artist residency in the French countryside. They talk about carving out time to create while juggling life's responsibilities, why artists often feel guilty stepping away, and how being around other creatives can rebuild confidence. Beulah shares her jo…

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From Wall Street to Art Street: Tyler Ramsey's Creative Journey 1:00:46

29d ago1:00:46

1:00:46

Artist and podcaster Tyler Ramsey joins us today to dive into the vibrant world of creativity and the power of choice in happiness. In this episode, we explore how Tyler transitioned from a chaotic career in Hollywood to a fulfilling life as a visual artist, emphasizing that being happy is a conscious choice we all can make, even when life throws i…

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AD 281 | Æmen Ededéen | "On Aletheia House and Nihil" 1:27:01

24d ago1:27:01

1:27:01

Æmen Ededéen lived and worked in San Francisco and then Los Angeles for fifteen years before moving to Roswell, New Mexico in 2018 as a grant recipient of the year-long Roswell Artist in Residence Program. He and his wife, the artist Maja Ruznic, have since made New Mexico home and have recently welcomed their first child, a daughter, into the worl…

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Artists, Collectors, and the Myths That Divide Them | S5E16 43:33

26d ago43:33

43:33

In this episode of Arts to Hearts, Charuka talks with Delia LaJeunesse about helping people find art that suits their space and values, how social media affects artists, and why collecting can be more meaningful and approachable than most people think.By Charuka Arora

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From Boomers to Millennials: The Art World Shake-Up 19:12

1M ago19:12

19:12

Buckle up, folks, because today's episode of Not Real Art is a real eye-opener! Our beloved host Sourdough is back, and he’s dishing out some spicy takes on why the art market appears to be hitting a rough patch. With a blend of playful humor and serious analysis, he dives into the current state of galleries closing their doors and sales figures th…

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Why Artists Must Keep Speaking — Even When It's Hard | ATH Podcast S5E15 52:17

1M ago52:17

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In this episode of the Arts to Hearts Project, host Charuka speaks with artist and community builder Diana Weymar about how her Tiny Pricks Project turned simple stitching into a global act of expression. They talk about making art in uncertain times, how creativity and activism can meet, and why slowing down to make something by hand still matters…

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Art World Horror Stories: From Natural Disasters to Mangled Masterpieces and Social Media Meltdowns 16:21

1M ago16:21

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Dim the lights, grab a cozy blanket and a mug of cider (or a pumpkin spice latte, if you prefer), and settle in for three tales of terror from our Art World Horror Stories series. First on the chopping block is Mellyssa Diggs, a brand identity designer whose passion for social justice quickly spiraled into a nightmare of cyberbullying and social me…

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Artists, Not Influencers: Marketing That Feels Like Art 39:18

1M ago39:18

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In this episode of the Arts To Hearts Project, Charuka sits down with painter and educator Amirah Rahim for a warm, open conversation about what it's really like to be an artist today. They talk about how marketing has changed, why it doesn't have to feel forced, and how artists can share their stories in a way that feels natural. Amirah talks abou…

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Art21 Premieres Season 12 of ‘Art in the Twenty-First Century’ Amid Funding Cuts 1:03:53

2M ago1:03:53

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On May 3, hundreds of arts organizations across the US opened their inboxes to an abrupt notice: their NEA grant applications had either been denied or rescinded. Among them, Art21, the New York nonprofit that produces the beloved public television series Art in the Twenty-First Century, lost an $85,000 grant to support the production of seasons 12…

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Bad at Sports Episode 919: Kohler, Throckmorton, and Grabner 1:00:01

2M ago1:00:01

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This week, Bad at Sports hits the road and heads north to Sheboygan and Kohler, Wisconsin — where art, industry, and community collide. We drop into the John Michael Kohler Arts Center (JMKAC) and the Kohler Arts/Industry Residency program to see how a small Midwestern town sustains one of the most ambitious intersections of art and manufacturing i…

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Bad at Sports Episode 918: Amanda Ross-Ho 1:02:04

2M ago1:02:04

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This week we sit down with Amanda Ross-Ho, whose large-scale sculptures, staged environments, and uncanny translations of domestic and studio life have made her a vital presence in contemporary art. Recorded in Chicago around her latest exhibition, the conversation spans everything from monumental t-shirts to the politics of labor, and from the int…

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How to Create When Life Feels Heavy | Emily Jeffords x ATH Podcast 1:01:58

2M ago1:01:58

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In this episode of the Arts to Hearts Project, Charuka talks with Emily Jeffords about the real side of being an artist today. From losing momentum after personal loss to balancing family life and business, they share how art becomes a steady anchor through change. Emily opens up about creating safe spaces in the studio, simplifying the business si…

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Sondra Thorpe – Set Decorating Buyer for TV Shows & Movies 22:32

2M ago22:32

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Sondra Thorpe is a set decorating buyer who's worked on the sets of shows like Nip/Tuck, Veep, The Mindy Project, and the upcoming All's Fair. She also has a passion for designing interiors of homes & home staging. Hear how she got into the set decorating business by accident, how to pick out art for a set, and how she navigates the fast-changing w…

3M ago1:02:00

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Step right up and prepare to peek behind the painted smiles, as today’s guest, professional clown Guilford Adams, reveals there's more to the profession than a big red nose. As the co-director of the feature-length documentary American Clown, Guilford joins us to discuss the film, which explores the plight of clowns in a country that increasingly v…

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