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Bad at Sports

Bad at Sports
Contemporary Art
Skateboarding
Expo Chicago
DIY Skate Parks
Art
Community
Visual Arts
Institute For Sustaining Creativity
Cultural Infrastructure
Cosmogenesis
Inclusivity
Freedom Of Expression
Netvverk
Mentorship
Financial Struggles Of Artists
Barely Fair
Alternative Art School
Bemis Center
Tangier Island
War

Bad At Sports is a weekly podcast about contemporary art. Founded in 2005, the series focuses on presenting the practices of artists, curators, critics, dealers, various other arts professionals through an online audio format.

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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... more

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, t... more

This week, we print big or go home. Bad at Sports cast their eyes to New York from the safe confines of the Chicago Architectural Biennial booth at EXPO 2025 to talk with the legendary Two Palms studio in the guise of Alex Slattery. If you’ve ever st... more

Duncan MacKenzie and Ryan Peter Miller drive up to the Dunn Museum in Libertyville, IL to talk with legendary comics painter Alex Ross. Known for Marvels, Kingdom Come, and decades of redefining superhero realism, Ross reflects on his career trajecto... more

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Recent Guests

Kenny Schachter
Artist and art dealer, known for innovative approaches to the art market.
Episode: Bad at Sports Episode 915 – Kenny Schachter and Bianca Bova: From Autodidact to Art World Outsider
Bianca Bova
Curatorial expert with a focus on connecting art and audiences.
Episode: Bad at Sports Episode 915 – Kenny Schachter and Bianca Bova: From Autodidact to Art World Outsider
Shannon R. Stratton
Executive Director of Ox-Bow School of Art and Wizardry
Ox-Bow School of Art and Artists Residency
Episode: Bad at Sports Episode 913: Shannon R. Stratton and Ox-Bow
Dirk Denison
Legendary Chicago architect involved in the Chicago architecture biennial
Episode: Bad at Sports Episode 910: CAB 6 – Dirk Denison, David Salkin, and Jennifer Armetta
David Salkin
Host of past podcasts and engaged in Chicago's architectural scene
Episode: Bad at Sports Episode 910: CAB 6 – Dirk Denison, David Salkin, and Jennifer Armetta
Jennifer Armetta
New executive director of the Chicago architecture biennial
Episode: Bad at Sports Episode 910: CAB 6 – Dirk Denison, David Salkin, and Jennifer Armetta
Paul Pfeiffer
Noted contemporary artist known for his video installations exploring themes of celebrity and society.
Episode: Bad at Sports Episode 909: Paul Pfeiffer
Bonica Tan
Curator and arts professional known for her involvement in contemporary art exhibitions.
Museum of Contemporary Art
Episode: Bad at Sports Episode 909: Paul Pfeiffer
Rachel Adams
Chief Curator and Director of Programs at the Bemis Center for Contemporary Arts
Bemis Center for Contemporary Arts
Episode: Bad at Sports Episode 908: Rachel Adams and the Bemis Art Center

Hosts

Duncan McKenzie
Co-host and prominent figure in discussions surrounding contemporary art, with experience in hosting and curatorial practices.
Ryan Peter Miller
Co-host known for engaging interviews with artists and insightful commentary on contemporary art themes.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 133 ratings
  • Show has potential. Host underprepared.

    Interesting, smart and eloquent guests. The podcast has a lot of potential but the hosts are underprepared. They will not introduce the guests properly and don’t appear to do basic research about their guests (who they are, where they are showing, when, etc.) They are disrupting interesting conversations with unnecessary comments (ie. go on tinder and find a date to go see this exhibition with/ this is a good show to hook up in), which show lack of preparedness. Dana will ask an open ended quest... more

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    canesuga
    United States7 years ago
  • Essential For Art World Folk!

    Bad at Sports is ambitious in the range of art world folk they dialogue with and thus there are some highs and lows. However, the highs are worth any amount of getting lost in art speak (note: if you are not familiar with the art world this may be a difficult place to start, but you can still certainly learn a lot if you stick with it), or the ramblings that do eventually lead to wonderful insights. Only a 4 out of 5 for the inaccessibility for some. However, as an MA student in CHI this is ESSE... more

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    RealArtNerd
    United States8 years ago
  • Best Art Interviews

    This is one of THE greatest contemporary art podcasts. Great, hour-long interviews with a wide variety of important artworld guests, conducted by personable, amusing hosts like Duncan McKenzie, Richard Holland and Amanda Browder.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mark S B
    Switzerland9 years ago
  • Best podcast on the subject of art.

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    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Larrylarrylary
    United States12 years ago
  • Very good art podcast

    Wonderful, from an artist's perspective. Continue your art history education. An essential part of my art week.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Alexander Laurentius
    United States12 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the depth and variety of guests and topics discussed, highlighting the engaging nature of conversations that blend humor with art criticism.
Overall, it is seen as a valuable resource for anyone involved in contemporary art, offering insightful and entertaining discourse.
Critics note that while the podcast covers essential contemporary art subjects, there can be inconsistencies in preparation and delivery by hosts.

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Bad at Sports Episode 907: A Hubris of Irish Curators
Q: What does the show look like? What's in it?
The show is site intervention, using existing materials from the exhibition space and focusing on labor and the collaboration process.
Bad at Sports Episode 907: A Hubris of Irish Curators
Q: What are you bringing to Expo? What is Expo giving to you?
Michele invited us to present three exhibitions in the city of Chicago with three artists run spaces.
Bad at Sports Episode 903: Jake Nickell & Lance Curran of Threadless
Q: What advice do you have for long running artist projects looking to up their merch game?
Utilize on-demand services to avoid inventory risks and connect directly with your audience's preferences.
Bad at Sports Episode 903: Jake Nickell & Lance Curran of Threadless
Q: How do I interface with Threadless?
You can go to threadless.com and click the Sell Your Art button to upload your designs and start selling.
Episode 901: Florencia Rodriguez and CAB 6
Q: How did you, how did this come to be your life?
Rodriguez explains how her passion for architecture and writing led to creating a publication and eventually curated exhibitions, culminating in her role at the biennial.

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This series provides listeners with engaging discussions centered on contemporary art by featuring a diverse range of guests, including artists, curators, critics, and dealers. Episodes often explore themes such as the impact of societal changes on art, the relationship between art and commerce, and the role of community in the artistic process. Unique to the series is its candid approach to discussing both the highbrow and accessible aspects of art, making it relevant for both seasoned art professionals and casual listeners alike. Guests share personal anecdotes and insights that enrich conversations about cultural identity, innovation, and the evolving landscape of contemporary and visual arts, ultimately fostering a deeper understanding ... more

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1. Kenny Schachter
2. Bianca Bova
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4. Dirk Denison
5. David Salkin
6. Jennifer Armetta
7. Paul Pfeiffer
8. Bonica Tan

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