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Artwork for Stuff about Things: An Art History Podcast

Stuff about Things: An Art History Podcast

Lindsay Sheedy
Damien Hirst
Contemporary Art
Photography
Treasures From the Wreck Of the Unbelievable
Venice
Camera Obscura
Moai
Apistos
Maritime Archaeology
Lady Jane Grey
Chemical Reactions In Photography
Calotype
Daguerreotype
Spirit Photography
Rapa Nui
Paul Delaroche
Nicéphore Niépce
Louis Daguerre
Portrait Of Anne Of Cleves
Gardner Heist

Hi! My name is Lindsay and I host Stuff about Things: An Art History Podcast. It is a podcast where I tell you stuff about things. From giant Buddhas to lost paintings, each episode is a deep dive into a particular work of art, artist, or issue within the world of art history. My goal is to make art history accessible, enjoyable, and fun for anyone with a digital device and a desire to learn! My d... more

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Artwork for Stuff about Things: An Art History Podcast

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**PART II is still coming! It'll be worth the wait. Should be up by late September-ish** IT’S HAPPENING. That’s right. I’m (finally) doing it. You asked, and I have answered. Put on your cop costumes, stick on that wax mustache, and buzz that buzzer.... more

Anne of Cleves or Anne of Catfish? This minisode pays homage to Anne of Cleves, wifey #4 to King Henry VIII—namely the portrait of her by Hans Holbein the Younger. Was Anne really the most unattractive of Henry’s wives? Did Holbein really pull one ov... more

THE QUEEN IS DEAD! LONG LIVE THE QUEEN! This episode is a deep dive into one of the few oil paintings that can claim TikTok fame: the Execution of Lady Jane Grey by Paul Delaroche, which has been a beloved fixture of the National Gallery in London fo... more

This episode is a deep dive into the so-called “Holy Grail of Shipwrecks”: the San Jose Galleon. Come for the Dutch gin bottles and hypothetical emeralds, stay in spite of the monster demon fish (dolphins) and my meltdown over dodgy research methodol... more

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Lindsay hosts an art history podcast where she makes art accessible and engaging, often adding humor and personal anecdotes.

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4.8 out of 5 stars from 663 ratings
  • Un gioiello: a gem

    Tired of listening to the news or inane and shallow conversations on cultural issues I don’t care about, I was trying to find a podcast that would accompany me while I am painting in my studio. I had the pleasant surprise to discover this gem, which I find informative in a scholarly but accessible way and extremely accurate in providing a historical context (that I appreciate very much). The choice of the subjects invited me to explore artworks that I didn’t know much about. I started with the P... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Una voce poco fa
    United States2 months ago
  • Art History for Regular People

    Lindsay makes art accessible for everyone with broad knowledge and a sense of humor.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Creenac
    United States2 months ago
  • Love!!! I recommend to everyone!

    Seriously. Thank you Lindsay for making the podcast and keeping it going. I get so excited every time a new episode becomes available. I hated podcasts until I found this one. I recommend it to everyone I know. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Liz Misitano
    United States2 months ago
  • So good

    Such a podcast talent! Gardner Heist episode—thank you so much, wow. Well researched, entertaining, informative.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    S.Koski
    United States2 months ago
  • Outstanding podcast

    I am learning so much from your podcast. Thank you for creating the content and sharing it with the universe. I love your pace, communication style and humor. Thank you for creating and sharing your content!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tank Studios
    United States2 months ago

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Listeners appreciate the podcast for making art history accessible and entertaining.

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The content primarily focuses on demystifying art history by presenting engaging stories about famous works of art, renowned artists, and significant historical events related to art. Episodes explore diverse topics ranging from infamous art heists to the lives of historical figures in art, making history relatable and accessible. The host's unique storytelling style, combined with a mix of humor and insightful commentary, helps listeners connect deeply with the material, encouraging a newfound appreciation for the art world. Notably, the inclusion of personal anecdotes and appealing topics like famous paintings, cultural history, and contemporary art exhibits makes it a unique and enjoyable listening experience for art enthusiasts and the ... more

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