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NOTA BENE: This Week in the Art World

Benjamin Godsill & Nate Freeman
Whitney Biennial
Broadway Gallery
Friends Of the Pod
Jean-Michel Basquiat
Art Critique
Sotheby's
Joe's Stone Crab
Miami Art Week
Jeff Bezos
Gagosian Gallery
Art Basel
Vanity Fair
Contemporary Art
Christie's
Capital One
Miami Beach
Pace Gallery
Frieze Los Angeles
Art Auction
Identity Politics

NOTA BENE is the podcast version of a boozy lunch at Sant Ambroeus in which adviser Benjamin Godsill and Vanity Fair art columnist Nate Freeman dish fresh art world gossip from Dimes Square to Mayfair, peel back the curtain on auctions, galleries and fairs—and, critically, tell you where to eat and drink in every museum-stuffed port of call. Plus there’s a special guest each week, and we’ll roast ... more

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Nate and Benjamin are Joined by James Michael Shaeffer, Jr. to talk about everything going down during Frieze LA, 2026. Galleries, Museums, Meals and yes fairs. The good the bad and the UGLY.

All that AND MORE on THE ONLY ART PODCAST.

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Nate is BACK from paternity leave and Nota Bene is back wherever you get your podcasts.

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All that AND MORE on THE ONLY ART PODCAST

We are back, live from Miami after the two VIP preview days of the preeminent art fair in America: Art Basel Miami Beach.

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Just ahead of a MASSIVE week in New York we are joined by the go-to auction expert and our friend Lock Kressler.

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Recent Guests

Lock Kressler
Art insider and expert in the auction world
Episode: Auctions on LOCK with Special Guest Lock Kressler
Jason Farago
Critic for The New York Times, known for insightful commentary on art
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James Michael Cardoso Schaeffer
Co-host and art world insider
Episode: Grateful to be here: Basel Recap with James Michael Cardoso Schaeffer
Lucy Bull
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Episode: Road Trip with Special Guest Lucy Bull
Tim Schneider
Art market analyst and journalist, founder of The Gray Market
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Episode: Crab Nation with special guest Tim Schneider
Jacob King
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Abby Pucker
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John Watkinson
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Hosts

Nate Freeman
Co-host and Vanity Fair art columnist, with a focus on contemporary art and market dynamics.
Benjamin Godsill
Co-host and art adviser, known for his insights into the art world and engaging discussions around art events and trends.

Reviews

3.8 out of 5 stars from 263 ratings
  • Niche of the niche

    My guilty pleasure, I tap as soon as the episodes are dropped. Is it an acquired taste? Well, sure. Just like contemporary art and the many little social corners that exist within.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    violin_1
    United States3 months ago
  • Accurate reporting.

    Not for “newbie’s”. But if you have built your life in the “Art World” then these folks are a must to hear! It’s more how the art world we live in is “making it”. Which is real important if that’s where you go to make your living as well as where you to make your “best of all world’s” life. Many thanks for making good art business sense out of our diversely complicated existence.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Love theVibe
    United States4 months ago
  • rich beavis and butthead

    rich beavis and butthead

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Hans Memeling
    Austria4 months ago
  • Disappointed

    Benjamin sounds fat and Nate sounds gay, but neither are completely either, so it’s misleading

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Mani Unt Powa Ya
    United States5 months ago
  • Comeeee backkkk

    What’s up Nate and Ben??? Where have you been??? I know you’re busy jet setting and finding the best and brightest artists, gallerists, collectors and shows for us —and stopping at some Barry’s along the way!!— but we need the pod! Two months is too long. Scarf some JG Melon and get on the mics.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    KudlerDiamond
    United States6 months ago

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There is a mix of strong criticism directed at perceived elitism in the art world alongside praise for witty banter.
Listeners appreciate the blend of humor and serious commentary on art-related issues.
The show is seen as essential for anyone involved in the contemporary art scene.
Some find the hosts' demeanor and opinions polarizing, reflecting strong tastes in art and culture.

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Apple Podcasts
#143
United States/Arts/Visual Arts
Apple Podcasts
#231
Canada/Arts/Visual Arts
Apple Podcasts
#195
Germany/Arts/Visual Arts
Apple Podcasts
#208
Italy/Arts/Visual Arts
Apple Podcasts
#27
Israel/Arts/Visual Arts
Apple Podcasts
#69
Singapore/Arts/Visual Arts

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

May Auction Preview with LOCK KRESLER
Q: What are the highlights of the upcoming auction sales?
Lock discusses several highlights including the Len Riggio collection, Robert Ryman, and the upcoming sales at Sotheby's and Christie's, emphasizing the significance of specific artworks and their estimates.
Crab Nation with special guest Tim Schneider
Q: What prompted you to start writing about the art market?
Tim felt the need to document the unusual and often unbelievable realities of the art market and share them, as he believes that without those insights, outsiders would not fully understand it.
Crab Nation with special guest Tim Schneider
Q: What is The Gray Market all about?
The Gray Market is a Substack that focuses on the art market, aiming to provide deeper insights and facts based on Tim's extensive experience in the field.
Don't Fear the Reaper with Guest Josh Smith
Q: What are some of the new ventures you have been working on recently?
Josh discusses his new jewelry line based on his sculptures and collaborations, as well as his recent projects.
Friends of the POD with special guests Al Freeman and Ellie Rines
Q: How did you two meet each other?
We met through Zach Fishman, who told me about Al's work.

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