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Museum Confidential

Philbrook Museum of Art
Charles Wilson Peale
American Artists
Covid-19
Native American Art
Museum Funding
Susan Green
Jeff Martin
Public Funding
Cultural Infrastructure
Gallery Exhibition Design
Exhibition Accessibility
Diversity In Art
Pennsylvania Academy Of the Fine Arts
Diversification Of Museum Collections
Taliesin West
Contemporary Art
Art Basel Miami Beach
Haitian Art
Trade & Transformation
Impossible Music

Museum Confidential is a behind-the-scenes look at museums hosted by Jeff Martin. The show is a co-production of Philbrook Museum of Art and Public Radio Tulsa. New episodes every two weeks.

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From time to time we look at a specific museum job or title and ask the question: what is that exactly? Today we’re exploring the role of the cultural anthropologist with Aaron Schoenfeldt, the Duane H. King Postdoctoral Fellow at The University of T... more

For the Season 10 premiere of Museum Confidential, we travelled all the way to the land of witches and whales in order to experience once of the best museum collections in the country. On this episode we have an in-gallery chat with Lynda Roscoe Hart... more

Seattle’s Museum of Pop Culture (MoPOP) turns 25 this year. On our Season 9 finale we light out to the Pacific Northwest for a fascinating conversation with MoPOP CEO Michelle Y. Smith.

1946, in the wake of the Allies winning World War II, Sir Winston Churchill came to the US and gave his famous (and famously cautionary) "Iron Curtain" speech at a small college in Mid-Missouri. That school, Westminster College, is the home of Americ... more

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Recent Guests

Aaron Schoenfeldt
Duane H. King postdoctoral fellow focusing on cultural anthropology
University of Tulsa, Helmerich Center for American Research
Episode: Meet a Cultural Anthropologist
Lynda Roscoe Hartigan
Executive Director and CEO of Peabody Essex Museum.
Peabody Essex Museum
Episode: On The Road: The Peabody Essex Museum
Michelle Y. Smith
CEO of the Museum of Pop Culture
Museum of Pop Culture
Episode: Pop Goes the Museum
Tim Riley
Director and Chief Curator of America's National Churchill Museum
America's National Churchill Museum
Episode: America's National Churchill Museum
Ralph Steadman
English artist and illustrator, known for his work with Hunter S. Thompson
Episode: Ralph Steadman
Sadie Steadman
Ralph Steadman's daughter, participating in the discussion about the exhibition
Episode: Ralph Steadman
Rachel Keith
Deputy Director of Audience Engagement & Curatorial Affairs at Philbrook
Philbrook Museum of Art
Episode: On "Japonisme”
Amanda Cachia
Curator and art historian from Sydney, Australia, specializing in disability art activism.
Episode: Crip Curation and Disability Art
Laura Allen
Acclaimed curator at Montclair Art Museum
Montclair Art Museum
Episode: Reimagining Native Art

Host

Jeff Martin
Host of the show, providing insightful commentary and leading discussions on various art and museum topics.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 75 ratings
  • Art artist, an LP covers episode

    Outstanding episode, especially for my first for your podcast, nice way for me to start loved the insight on the album covers, and I knew a lot of the artist and maybe some of the LPs, but didn’t realize the background of the artist who did the LPs cover. Thanks guys happy new year and I’ll be listening to a lot of older episodes until your next. Good luck to you, Daniel.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Daniel Sterno
    United States3 years ago
  • Thank you.

    I am a teacher, and this podcast has brought so much to my life, expanding my perspective that I am able to bring into my classroom. Sincerely thank you for your work.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lisawats
    United States5 years ago
  • Good, until...

    As a museum professional, I thoroughly enjoyed this podcast until s1 e7. The host mansplained the whole episode to the female guest. Going to keep listening. And hope the next male-female dynamic is better.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Sfk105
    United States6 years ago
  • One of the best museum podcasts around

    Between the interviews that are timely, thought-provoking, engaging, and accessible AND the perfect ads (woo, drinking fountains and benches!) this is an all-around wonderful podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AmyStL
    United States6 years ago
  • Six stars!

    I’m so glad I discovered this podcast. Exceptionally produced. Not too long or overly in-depth, but I learn so much every time. Each episode is intriguing. If you work in or generally love museums and cultural institutions, listen to them all!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Erin_597
    United States7 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the insightful, behind-the-scenes look at museums, praising the thoughtful discussions and variety of topics.
Some listeners express concern over gender dynamics in episodes but remain invested in the overall content and host's approach.
Many find the content to be both engaging and educational, making it a favorite among those interested in cultural issues.

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#66
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#166
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Apple Podcasts
#4
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Apple Podcasts
#34
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Apple Podcasts
#39
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#77
Singapore/Arts/Visual Arts

Talking Points

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Meet a Cultural Anthropologist
Q: How do you view the balance between keeping historical topics in the public consciousness versus allowing new generations to move forward?
It's a complex question of healing, whether through remembrance of past injustices or allowing for cultural evolution without the burden of history.
Meet a Cultural Anthropologist
Q: What is cultural anthropology and what drew you to it?
Cultural anthropology is a study of human societies focused on beliefs and practices, and I was drawn to it through a formative class on dance that revealed deeper cultural meanings.
On The Road: The Peabody Essex Museum
Q: What will be the thing you look at and say, I did that?
I will assess my time by how we've diversified our audiences across spectrums of age, life experience, and ethnicity.
On The Road: The Peabody Essex Museum
Q: How do you view all that?
It's both a growth and sustaining period as we navigate post-COVID challenges while expanding our audience.
Pop Goes the Museum
Q: What responsibility do you feel to carry on Paul Allen's vision?
I aim to innovate while honoring the foundational aspects Paul established.

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Engaging discussions and insights about various museums and art institutions characterize the content, where episodes frequently explore the intersection of art, culture, and community engagement. Noteworthy conversations revolve around institutional challenges, the evolving role of museums in society, and the importance of accessibility and representation within the arts. The podcast uniquely emphasizes historical narratives, recent exhibitions, and the complex relationships between art and social justice, appealing to professionals and enthusiasts alike who seek a deeper understanding of the museum world.

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Recent guests on Museum Confidential include:

1. Aaron Schoenfeldt
2. Lynda Roscoe Hartigan
3. Michelle Y. Smith
4. Tim Riley
5. Ralph Steadman
6. Sadie Steadman
7. Rachel Keith
8. Amanda Cachia

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