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Verse Talks

Verse
Digital Art
Nfts
Generative Art
Web3
AI Art
NFT
Botto
Moma
Artificial Intelligence
Collectors
Collecting
Art Community
Ethereum
Art Market
Sustainability
Community Engagement
Art Basel
Social Media
David Shrigley
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Discussing the latest news in digital art with Leyla Fakhr and Jamie Gourlay.

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes84Founded2 years ago
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Latest Episodes

00:18 - Welcome Brian Droitcour and sssluke

02:50 - Burnout and returning online

04:50 - Brian and the origins of Outland

07:54 - A mismatch in value systems and the importance of critique 

10:03 - Outland's relaunch as a nonprofit

12:41 - How i... more

00:30 - Welcome Simon Hudson and Justin Gilanyi 

05:32 - Building cultural architecture  

06:46 - How Justin and Simon met  

10:33 - Art Basel Hong Kong group dynamics  

11:55 - A collaborative mindset  

12:47 - Comparing the energy in Miami and... more

00:23 - Welcome Harvey Rayner and Tabor Robak

01:40 - Human Resources launch and mint-out

04:44 - Tabor's thoughts post-mint

07:00 - Organic growth, communication and momentum building

09:00 - First reactions: risk, confusion and conceptual clari... more

00:20 - Welcome Abigail Miller and Micol

01:07 - Micol’s journey into digital art and NFTs

02:20 - From corporate to crypto art

04:12 - Expectations and burnout

05:26 - Abigail’s background

06:26 - The Fulbright program, Russia and cultural dipl... more

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Recent Guests

Brian Droitcour
Critic, editor and director of Outland
Outland
Episode: sssluke and Brian Droitcour: New Bad Image
Justin Gilanyi
Exhibitor, Silk Art House; curator/strategist; collaborator in Botto/crypto art space
Silk Art House
Episode: Simon Hudson and Justin Gilanyi: cultural architecture, patronage and Art Basel Hong Kong
Simon Hudson
Exhibitor, Botto collaborator; digital art project participant
Botto / Silk Art House (collaborative context)
Episode: Simon Hudson and Justin Gilanyi: cultural architecture, patronage and Art Basel Hong Kong
Harvey Rayner
Artist and collaborator
Episode: Tabor Robak and Harvey Rayner: from Human Resources to Art Basel Hong Kong
Tabor Robak
Artist known for pushing the boundaries of digital art and NFTs.
Self-employed artist
Episode: Tabor Robak: Human Resources and the Tabcorp shared universe
Rhea Myers
An artist, hacker, and writer focused on art and blockchain.
Episode: Rhea Myers: making art to understand the world
Phil Mohun
Founder of Node Foundation
Node Foundation
Episode: Phil Mohun: building Node Foundation and the future of digital art
Laurie Simmons
Artist whose work spans over five decades and has been featured in prestigious collections.
Episode: Laurie Simmons: art, identity & experimentation in the age of AI
Refik Anadol
Artist known for his immersive installations using AI and data.
Episode: Refik Anadol: building the world's first museum for AI art and celebrating humanity through machine collaboration

Hosts

Leyla Fakhr
Co-host of Verse Talks
Jamie Gourlay
Co-host of Verse Talks

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 40 ratings
  • Somewhat conservative

    The hosts’s concept that an artist who uses different styles and mediums is lost because they don’t stay with the same style is absurd. Maybe just mainstream creative? 🥱

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    Annapippyandbuddy
    Australia4 months ago

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Guests bring diverse perspectives from artists to curators.
Positive notes about accessibility of topics and practical takeaways for artists and collectors.
Feedback suggests room for broader inclusivity discussions and less crypto-centric framing.
The host duo deliver insightful takes on digital art and market dynamics.

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Phil Mohun: building Node Foundation and the future of digital art
Q: What motivated Mitty and Becky to start Node Foundation?
The motivation stemmed from recognizing the need for arts and culture driven by the commercial success of technology, amidst a changing landscape in digital art and NFT markets.
Rhea Myers: making art to understand the world
Q: Do you feel Rhea being in it from the very beginning, where it was sort of more, or the very early days, where there was more the promise of what the culture could bring, to being in it now for a good number of years, do you feel like it's held up to its promise?
Rhea reflects on how blockchain has gained both positive and negative attention over the years, expressing a complex view on its evolution and what it means for artists.
Rhea Myers: making art to understand the world
Q: How do you think you'd be thinking about that same decision today?
Rhea discusses how the landscape of art education has changed, emphasizing the difference in financial structures and access between her art school experience in the 90s and today's environment.
Terence Broad: from Blade Runner to (un)stable equilibrium
Q: What about the legal issues with Warner Brothers?
Broad explains the copyright takedown notice he received and how it unexpectedly brought attention to his work.
Terence Broad: from Blade Runner to (un)stable equilibrium
Q: Can you explain how Deep Dream works?
Broad gives an overview of the mechanism of how Deep Dream uses convolutional neural networks to manipulate images to enhance certain features.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Verse Talks

What is Verse Talks about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This program centers on digital art, NFTs, and the evolving ecosystem surrounding online artistry. Episodes frequently explore sustainability, long-term strategy, gallery relationships, and community dynamics, with guests ranging from generative artists to curators and tech-focused creators. There's a consistent emphasis on practical pathways for artists to navigate market dynamics, foster collaboration with galleries, and build inclusive, sustainable practices in the digital art space. Noteworthy are conversations that blend artistic experimentation with critiques of market-driven ecosystems, and a clear focus on connecting artists with broader audiences beyond niche crypto circles. Potential listeners, especially artists, collectors, and ... more

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