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The Truth In This Art: Stories That Matter

Rob Lee
Baltimore
Art
Community Engagement
Community
Mental Health
Photography
Artscape
Creativity
Cultural Identity
Arts
Storytelling
Jazz
New York City
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Social Justice
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Tales From the Hood
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Black Women

The Truth In This Art with Rob Lee is an arts and culture interview podcast connecting arts, culture, and community. Sharing stories that matter through in-depth conversations with artists and creatives — photographers, filmmakers, designers, musicians, chefs, writers, and more. Guests share studio routines, community roots, career insights, and the ideas and choices that shape their projects. New... more

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In this episode of The Truth In This Art, the guest is Shaun Stewart!

About the guest: Shaun Stewart is the HBIC (Head Bartender In Charge) of Patterson Pins in Baltimore's Upper Fells Point. Known for "killing the business, one cocktail at a time,"... more

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In this episode of The Truth In This Art, the guest is Amir Browder and Maxwell Young!

About the guests: Amir Browder is the curator, creative director, and founder of Homme Gallery in DC. Maxwell Young is the founder of the Art Shopping Network, a ... more

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In this episode of The Truth In This Art, the guest is Sarah B. McCann!

About Sarah B. McCann: Sarah is an artist, curator, and founder of SBM Gallery in Baltimore's Highlandtown Arts District. Her text-based mosaics, prints, and multimedia work has... more

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In this episode of The Truth In The Art, I sit down with Sam Furnish—founder of Bemo's Clothing and the guy behind Baltimore's "born in Baltimore" premium civvies movement.

About Sam Furnish: Sam launched Bemo's Clothing in 2025 after years in the o... more

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Recent Guests

Amir Browder
Founder of Ohm Gallery
Ohm Gallery
Episode: Art Shopping Network's Maxwell Young & Amir Browder of HOMME DC ON 'Acquired Taste'
Maxwell Young
Founder of Art Shopping Network; artist known as Poppy Baker
Art Shopping Network; HOMME Gallery
Episode: Art Shopping Network's Maxwell Young & Amir Browder of HOMME DC ON 'Acquired Taste'
Sarah B. McCann
Baltimore-based curator, community artist and consultant; founder of SBM Gallery
SBM Gallery
Episode: Sarah B. McCann
Sam Furnish
Founder, Bemo's Clothing
Bemo's Clothing
Episode: Sam Furnish & Bemo's Clothing
Rachel Mijares-Fick
Co-founder and director of Future Fair
Future Fair
Episode: Rachel Mijares-Fick
Omri D. Cohen
Author of Questions to Humanity
Episode: Omri D. Cohen
Dorian Fletcher
Jewelry designer and artisan featured in major films and exhibition at Walters Art Museum
Independent artist
Episode: Interview with Douriean Fletcher: "Douriean Fletcher: Jewelry of the Afrofuture" at Walters Art Museum
Alex Jennings
Author, poet, and performer
Author; educator at Stone Coast MFA (University of Maine)
Episode: Alex Jennings
Barry Wright III
Co-founder and president of the board at Highwire Improv
Highwire Improv
Episode: Barry Wright III

Host

Rob Lee
Host of The Truth In This Art: Stories That Matter; engages artists and creatives in thoughtful conversations about process, community, and culture.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 228 ratings
  • Hanging w/ Mr. Lee

    Rob keeps it real with his insights and approach to conversations with an ever growing list of eclectic voices.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    xtrafingr
    United States3 months ago
  • Great insights, great conversations

    I love Rob’s engagement with his guests. He gets so into the ideas and brings them to a fresh place that can only come from the uniqueness of the interaction. It’s cool to hear what catches his ear and where he takes it next.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RedOmarrrrr
    United States2 years ago
  • Quickly became a favorite of mine

    “The Truth In This Art“ quickly became a favorite of mine, offering insightful and engaging discussions on both local and global cultural scenes. Rob Lee’s passion and well-researched content, along with the top-notch production quality, make each episode a captivating experience. I love how the podcast features a diverse range of voices—it's a must-listen for anyone who loves diving into the vibrant world of art and culture.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KareJenkins
    United States2 years ago
  • Thanks for having me! 🤗 🎭

    I had a dope time hanging and chatting it up with Rob! Thanks for creating such an open, chill atmosphere; I felt like I came by and kicked it with a good friend. This podcast is a great platform to hear stories from all types of artists at all different points of the journey. So inspiring, and I’m so grateful to have been welcomed into the space! ✨

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kashayna J.
    United States3 years ago
  • Thanks for visiting Austin.

    Rob: Briefly tell us..

    Harrison: 10 hour monologue about museums.

    I loved every minute.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Milgo Vonne Fraun
    United States3 years ago

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Listeners praise Rob's thoughtful questions and warm interview style.
Guests note engaging conversations and insightful storytelling.
The show is often described as a must-listen for creatives and those in Baltimore's arts scene.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#226
United States/Arts/Design
Apple Podcasts
#152
Italy/Arts/Design
Apple Podcasts
#134
Colombia/Arts/Design
Apple Podcasts
#141
United Arab Emirates/Arts/Design
Apple Podcasts
#169
Russia/Arts/Design
Apple Podcasts
#170
Spain/Arts/Design

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Sam Furnish & Bemo's Clothing
Q: How did Baltimore iconography shape the brand design?
Iconography from Baltimore (e.g., Bromo Seltzer Tower, Black Eyed Susans) was intentionally woven into the brand to anchor it in a specific place, making the brand feel authentic and local while allowing it to resonate with a broader audience.
Sarah B. McCann
Q: What is one piece of sage advice you would give to someone wanting to engage with their local art scene?
Show up, be present, and engage with others; even if conversations don't happen, the act of being in the space and sharing a moment with art and people is foundational to building a meaningful, supportive community.
Sarah B. McCann
Q: How has your practice evolved over the last five years, particularly in balancing your roles as artist and curator?
There has been a return to making in media like painting and clay, accompanied by a shift to more semi-permanent gallery work that leverages long-term collaboration and community built through regular dialogue, exhibitions, and audience-accessible programming.
Sarah B. McCann
Q: What are the non-negotiables when you're building a show from concept to installation, and how do those shape the viewer's experience?
Non-negotiables include ensuring the work can physically install and hold its weight, as well as allowing the artist's idea to guide the installation so the space and the pieces converse meaningfully, which creates a coherent narrative and audience engagement.
Omri D. Cohen
Q: What drove you to shift from a data/marketing background to a creative path and to backpack South America?
He explains quitting a stable market research job to pursue a project centered on people and their stories, inspired by Humans of New York and the power of ordinary people's narratives.

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The show centers on in-depth conversations with artists and creatives across visual arts, film, writing, and beyond, exploring how personal history, community roots, and cultural contexts shape creative practice. Episodes frequently probe process, collaboration, and the human side of making art—balancing ambition with resilience, authenticity, and social impact. A distinguishing thread is a strong emphasis on storytelling as a means to connect audiences to art and to broader social themes, from gentrification and representation to community building and civic dialogue. The format tends to pair intimate artist journeys with practical insights about career longevity, audience engagement, and the role of art in urban culture, with a notable fo... more

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