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Death of an Artist

Pushkin Industries
Lee Krasner
Jackson Pollock
Paris
Lydia Abrams
Abstract Expressionism
Missing Women
Sarah Cavanaugh
Drip Paintings
Investigation
Military Service
Cancer
Alabama Murders
Church Of Christ
Ruth Kligman
New York City
Modern Art
Diana Fedder
Veterans
Trust
Audrey Flack

You’ve heard of Jackson Pollock but you may have never heard of Lee Krasner. Krasner was an artist, Pollock’s wife, and the woman who made him famous. She also changed everything about the landscape of modern art. This is a story about love, power, alcoholism and an ill-timed death. Hosted by curator, author, and broadcaster Katy Hessel, this 6-episode series, offers an inside look into two of the... more

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Recent Guests

Lee Camp
Theologian and educator at Lipscomb University
Lipscomb University
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Grant Asbell
Preacher and local guide in Florence, Alabama
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Susan Mosley
Nurse at a local weight loss clinic and friend of Elizabeth
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Audrey Flack
A prominent artist known for her photorealist paintings and an influential figure in the abstract expressionism movement.
Episode: Bonus: The Women on the Scene with Audrey Flack
Diana Fedder
Former secret service agent with experience in investigating financial fraud
Episode: From Where's Dia?
Eleanor Nairne
Keith L and Catherine Sacks Curator and Head of Modern and Contemporary Art at the Philadelphia Museum of Art
Philadelphia Museum of Art
Episode: Bonus: Krasner's Way with Eleanor Nairne
Eleanor Nairn
Art curator who organized a landmark show of Lee's work
Barbican Art Gallery
Episode: Episode 6: A Phoenix From the Ashes
Alexander Stiller
Author of a book about an alternative psychotherapy community
Episode: Episode 5: The Kiss of Death
Clement Greenberg
Art critic and friend of Lee Krasner and Jackson Pollock
Episode: Episode 5: The Kiss of Death

Host

Katy Hessel
Curator, author, and broadcaster known for her insights into art and cultural narratives.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 2.3k ratings
  • Did not dissappoint

    Very well done and well presented. Eye opening on people/movements that were overlooked or not explained.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tibble1121
    United States3 months ago
  • More please!!!

    This show pulled me in like no other recently. Both seasons are incredibly! I HOPE we’ll be treated to more Death of an Artist!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    lol cars
    Canada8 months ago
  • No In Depth Analysis or Investigation

    Season 1 Summary: Prominent Artist, accused of killing his wife, is acquitted because…sexism. Host thinks he did it. No proof, evidence or investigation is provided.

    Also, art curators are “so important and powerful”

    Don’t waste your time.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    RyanDavidish
    United States9 months ago
  • Love this show but not a fan of season 2

    Season 1 was phenomenal and I was so excited to see that there was a season 2 especially seen as it was dedicated to the influence of Lee Krasner. I’m at the last episode I just have to say that it really is disappointing. The production is not great, it all feels very generic and does not do Lee much justice. The episodes are so short, the music feels like it came out of a list of stock tracks, and the narrator sounds very AI-esque. Robotic almost. I feel bad about leaving such a harsh review b... more

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    alyant
    United States9 months ago
  • Season 2

    disappointing story for season 2, of course we know who Lee Krasner is…This felt like a remedial history-explainer lesson without any substance.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Alexis CA.
    United Statesa year ago

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Listeners appreciate the deep dives into modern art and history, particularly the focus on underrepresented artists.
Overall, the storytelling is considered compelling, although production quality received mixed reviews.
Critics mention a lack of depth in some analyses and express frustration over advertising interruptions during episodes.

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#214
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#71
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#107
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#118
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#167
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#168
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He knew that he could potentially stop writing about Wirecard by building a relationship with me.
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Q: Did you like him?
Yes, he was a charming man and I liked him.
Bonus: Krasner's Way with Eleanor Nairne
Q: Is her work still haunted by Jackson Pollock's shadow?
Yes, despite her own achievements, Krasner was often overshadowed by Pollock's fame and struggled to define her own identity as an artist apart from him.
Bonus: Krasner's Way with Eleanor Nairne
Q: How did her painting change after Jackson's death?
Krasner's paintings became remarkably vibrant in the Earth Green series, reflecting a tumultuous blend of emotions after Pollock's death.
Bonus: Krasner's Way with Eleanor Nairne
Q: What do you feel when you look at paintings like Prophecy?
There's an emotional intensity that feels almost transgressive, as if witnessing a raw outpouring of emotion spilling from the artwork.

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The focus is on the lives and legacies of significant artists from the 20th century, with particular emphasis on female contributions to the modern art scene. Noteworthy figures include Lee Krasner, whose relationship with Jackson Pollock reveals complex themes of love, power, and recognition in the art world. The podcast navigates through both personal and public narratives, including a gripping exploration of the tragic circumstances surrounding the death of artist Ana Mendieta in the first season. Through journalistic storytelling, art history, and a critical examination of societal impacts, it aims to highlight underrepresented voices and challenge conventional art history narratives. This series is likely to captivate listeners who app... more

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