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The Art Angle

Artnet News
Harlem Renaissance
Abstraction
Art and Happiness
Metropolitan Museum Of Art
Art Market
Memes
Jean-Michel Basquiat
Andy Warhol
Exploitation In Art
Hilma F. Klint
Vasily Kandinsky
Abstract Expressionism
Emily Mason
Women Artists
Piet Mondrian
Jackson Pollock
The Harlem Renaissance and Transatlantic Modernism
Bridget Cooks
Hyper-Sentimentalism
Racism In Art

A weekly podcast that brings the biggest stories in the art world down to earth. Go inside the newsroom of the art industry's most-read media outlet, Artnet News, for an in-depth view of what matters most in museums, the market, and much more.

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For the latest edition of the Artnet Intelligence Report, which is now free to download, Artnet columnist Katya Kazakina wrote a wide-ranging cover story about the state of play in the art industry. Titled “New Money, New Taste,” it charts a revoluti... more

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The Louvre is among the largest, most-visited, and best-known museums in the world, and for nearly too many reasons to count. It’s home to some of the most celebrated works of art, from the Venus de Milo to the Mona Lisa. Its blended contemporary and... more

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The artist Gertrude Abercrombie is not someone whose name I knew until very recently. But she’s definitely a name to know now.

Born in 1909 in Austin, Texas and dying in 1977 in Chicago, Abercrombie was a painter of witchy and surreal canvases. They... more

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It’s the end of February 2025, and we are back for our Roundup podcast, talking about some of the news of the month.

Today, we’re going to talk about:

—the Frieze week of art fairs in L.A., which went ahead in the wake of the horrible fires that ha... more

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Recent Guests

Elaine Sciolino
Contributing writer and former Paris Bureau Chief for the New York Times
Norton & Company
Episode: Uncovering the Louvre’s Hidden Stories
Katie White
Artist and writer discussing Gertrude Abercrombie's life and art
Episode: The Extraordinary Life (and Afterlife) of Art's 'Jazz Witch'
Eileen Kinsella
Art journalist discussing Gertrude Abercrombie's rediscovery
Episode: The Extraordinary Life (and Afterlife) of Art's 'Jazz Witch'
Fémi Táíwò
Philosopher and author, teaches at Georgetown University
Georgetown University
Episode: Critics Say 'Identity Politics' Ruined Art. Here's A Better Argument
Kate Brown
Senior editor at Artnet
Artnet
Episode: There's a Lot to Say About the 'Small Art' Trend
Caroline Goldstein
Acting managing editor at Artnet News
Artnet News
Episode: The Round-Up: Censorship Surges, David Lynch's Art, and the Met's Video Game
Dean Kissick
Writer and critic, known for his commentary on contemporary art
Harper's Magazine
Episode: The Vibe Shifted in Art. Now What?
Miranda July
Filmmaker, artist, and writer known for her unique artistic approach across various media.
Episode: Re-Air: Is There Anything Miranda July Can't Do?
Blake Gopnik
Renowned Warhol historian and author of the biography "Warhol"
Episode: Re-Air: How Warhol’s Handmade Art Shaped His Famed Pop Factory

Hosts

Kate Brown
Senior Editor and Co-host, known for her insightful discussions and expansive knowledge of contemporary art.
Ben Davis
Co-founder and Co-host, recognized for his critical commentary and engaging dialogues on artistic trends and cultural dynamics.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 589 ratings
  • sounds fake

    i really want to like this podcast, but i cant shake the feeling that the hosts voices sound more like AI generated clones of the hosts rather than humans. so i find it hard to listen

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Miriam Schulman
    United States14 days ago
  • Thoughtful and in it

    I appreciate the willingness of Ben to delve into topics of the day as they relate to the art world, however uncomfortable without pretension and with a seemingly genuine desire to understand and contribute positively.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    veusvi
    United Statesa month ago
  • Relevant for all Creatives

    The Art Angle features very provocative and cutting edge conversations that examine the art world, in its contemporary ideological and material production that feels fresh and relevant for all artists, architects, musicians and art theorists.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    VisorJon
    United States2 months ago
  • Politics

    I avoid the episodes that utilise the word ‘politics’ in the first 4 sentences.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    MrDigby
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • Not brain rot!

    Really thoughtful and well done, I am grateful for this podcast as part of my art world engagement

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LoveEra29
    United States4 months ago

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Listeners appreciate the thoughtful and engaging discussions, often highlighting the depth of insight provided on contemporary art and culture.
Some reviews point to a polarized reception, with certain episodes being critiqued for perceived political biases, while others praise the show for its depth and quality of guests.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Uncovering the Louvre’s Hidden Stories
Q: What do you think the future holds for the Louvre?
The Louvre is trying to modernize, and a significant renovation project has been planned that will cost hundreds of millions of dollars and will take years to implement.
Uncovering the Louvre’s Hidden Stories
Q: Can you describe the courtyard and tell us what it reveals about the history of the Louvre and some of its original purposes?
The Cour Carre is the oldest part of the Louvre and shows a hole leading down to the 12th-century foundation, kind of a magical place that seems trapped in time.
Uncovering the Louvre’s Hidden Stories
Q: What inspired you to write this book?
It started during COVID, where I was locked down in Paris. I found a rare book from 1913 on the Louvre and decided to take on the project.
The Extraordinary Life (and Afterlife) of Art's 'Jazz Witch'
Q: Who was Gertrude Abercrombie?
Gertrude Abercrombie was a Chicago-based artist known for her surrealist paintings of desolate landscapes and solitary figures, often referred to as the 'Jazz Witch'.
Critics Say 'Identity Politics' Ruined Art. Here's A Better Argument
Q: What is elite capture and how does it relate to identity politics?
Elite capture refers to a situation where a few privileged individuals exert disproportionate influence over a movement or political discourse, which can distort the original intentions of identity politics.

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1. Elaine Sciolino
2. Katie White
3. Eileen Kinsella
4. Fémi Táíwò
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6. Caroline Goldstein
7. Dean Kissick
8. Miranda July

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