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The Week in Art

The Art Newspaper
Venice Biennale
Art Exhibitions
2024 Art Market Predictions
Frieze Los Angeles
Herculaneum Scrolls
Gaza
Auction Sales
Yoko Ono
Contemporary Art
Middle East
Artificial Intelligence
US Museums
Cultural Heritage
Emily Kam Kngwarray
Yoko Ono Exhibition
Frick Collection
Elton John
Documenta
Sotheby's
Dmitry Rybolovlev

From breaking news and insider insights to exhibitions and events around the world, the team at The Art Newspaper picks apart the art world's big stories with the help of special guests. An award-winning podcast hosted by Ben Luke.

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The Museum of Fine Arts (MFA) in Boston, US, has agreed to return two works from 1857 by the enslaved 19th-century potter David Drake to his present-day descendants. By the terms of the contract, one vessel will remain on loan to the museum for at le... more

The authenticity of the final self-portrait by Paul Gauguin, made in 1903 and housed in the Kunstmuseum in Basel, was earlier this year called into question. Now, the museum has completed its promised analysis, and confirmed that the painting is not ... more

It is an event that has shocked the world and prompted a national reckoning in France: the robbery of eight jewels from the Apollo Gallery of the Louvre last Sunday. Ben Luke talks to Anaël Pigeat, editor-at-large of The Art Newspaper France and jour... more

Amid much debate about the health of the art market, Frieze is back in London, with its two fairs, Frieze London and Frieze Masters. Ben Luke talks to The Art Newspaper’s art market editor, Kabir Jhala, about the mood in the big tents in Regent’s Par... more

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Recent Guests

Ethan Lasser
Chair of the Art of Americas at MFA Boston
Museum of Fine Arts, Boston
Episode: MFA Boston returns enslaved artist’s work to his heirs, Wifredo Lam, Ghirlandaio’s Adoration of the Magi
Beverly Adams
Curator of Latin American Art at MoMA
Museum of Modern Art, New York
Episode: MFA Boston returns enslaved artist’s work to his heirs, Wifredo Lam, Ghirlandaio’s Adoration of the Magi
Christophe Cherix
Director at MoMA
Museum of Modern Art, New York
Episode: MFA Boston returns enslaved artist’s work to his heirs, Wifredo Lam, Ghirlandaio’s Adoration of the Magi
Joseph Luzzi
Author of 'The Innocents of Florence'
Episode: MFA Boston returns enslaved artist’s work to his heirs, Wifredo Lam, Ghirlandaio’s Adoration of the Magi
Osei Bonsu
Co-curator of the Nigerian Modernism exhibition at Tate Modern
Tate Modern
Episode: Nigerian Modernism, Tehran’s art scene after the war, Wayne Thiebaud’s Cakes
Jimoh Buraimoh
Nigerian artist and part of the Nigerian Modernism exhibition
Oshogbo School
Episode: Nigerian Modernism, Tehran’s art scene after the war, Wayne Thiebaud’s Cakes
Barnaby Wright
Co-curator of Wayne Thiebaud's exhibition at the Courtauld Gallery
Courtauld Gallery
Episode: Nigerian Modernism, Tehran’s art scene after the war, Wayne Thiebaud’s Cakes
Gareth Harris
Chief Contributing Editor at The Art Newspaper
The Art Newspaper
Episode: Museums and ethics, Fra Angelico in Florence, Cornelia Parker’s PsychoBarn
Carl Brandon Strehlke
Curator Emeritus of the Philadelphia Museum of Art
Philadelphia Museum of Art
Episode: Museums and ethics, Fra Angelico in Florence, Cornelia Parker’s PsychoBarn

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Ben Luke
Host of an award-winning art podcast, providing insightful commentary and engaging discussions with a wide range of guests from the art world.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 716 ratings
  • I listen, but find all too many times the assumption is that no one lives in the middle ground of politics - only on the extremes...especiallythe left side, where all artists exist, of course. I have stopped listening to a handful simply because they try too hard to be politically correct and inclusive of all ideas even when doing so isolates and minimalzes others and it makes them sound a bit crazy 🤪. While I enjoy hearing about all the the gallery openings, I find it makes them sound even mor... more

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    3
    Sarah A
    United States6 months ago
  • Pompous & A Bit Entitled/Privileged

    I listen, but find all too many times the assumption is that no one lives in the middle ground of politics - only on the extremes...especiallythe left side, where all artists exist, of course. I have stopped listening to a handful simply because they try too hard to be politically correct and inclusive of all ideas even when doing so isolates and minimalzes others and it makes them sound a bit crazy 🤪. While I enjoy hearing about all the the gallery openings, I find it makes them sound even mor... more

    Audible
    3
    Sarah A
    United States6 months ago
  • beyond the pale

    i used to like this show, but the hosts repeat Hamas rhetoric and present it as “facts”

    @schulmanart host of the Inspiration Place podcast

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Miriam Schulman
    United States8 months ago
  • Performative Outrage

    Stealing from another user’s phrasing since it fits so perfectly (thank you @ElanaEda). Highly recommend The Art Angle instead for a much more nuanced, impactful report on the art market.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Scooching in Here
    United States10 months ago
  • Useful idiots in their high art towers

    This show was fun until it dove head first into trendy, selective, performative outrage

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    ElanaEda
    United Statesa year ago

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Many commentators appreciate the depth of discussions and the quality of guests, often praising the informative nature of the content.
The podcast is noted for its high-class art topics and engaging host; however, there are mixed opinions about its political leanings and coverage of controversial issues. Some criticism revolves around perceived bias in discussions.

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#5
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#182
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#2
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#15
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#57
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#240
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Nigerian Modernism, Tehran’s art scene after the war, Wayne Thiebaud’s Cakes
Q: How does it feel to see an exhibition of this scale, exploring Nigerian Modernism, come together and to have your work in that show?
It is one of my happiest days for being here to see my old work that I've done.
Museums and ethics, Fra Angelico in Florence, Cornelia Parker’s PsychoBarn
Q: What changes do museums need to adopt to meet societal expectations?
Museums must navigate their responsibilities towards communities while balancing the interests of major funders, and there are calls for more transparency and ethical frameworks.
Museums and ethics, Fra Angelico in Florence, Cornelia Parker’s PsychoBarn
Q: What are some of the main themes discussed regarding museum ethics?
Topics include reliance on fossil fuel funding, community representation, the legal versus ethical frameworks in museums, and the growing link between museums and their social responsibilities.
Museums and ethics, Fra Angelico in Florence, Cornelia Parker’s PsychoBarn
Q: What does the book 'Towards the Ethical Art Museum' consist of?
It explores the current ethical dilemmas faced by museums, touching on topics such as funding challenges and restitution debates, rather than functioning as a straightforward polemic.
London Gallery Weekend, Brazil’s National Museum, Jane Austen at the Morgan
Q: How have you dealt with the specimens that survived the fire?
Kellner discusses being transparent about the museum's past and engaging with the community to rebuild.

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Focusing on significant events and evolving narratives within the art world, this podcast features discussions that often include critical commentary on politics, exhibitions, and the broader cultural landscape. Episodes cover a variety of contemporary art topics, bringing insightful perspectives from artists, curators, and critics, and emphasizing the intersection of art with social and environmental issues. Notably, the podcast engages with prominent figures in the art sector, such as artists and gallery directors, providing listeners with deep insights into current and historical art movements while also addressing controversies and ongoing dialogues surrounding cultural institutions.

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Recent guests on The Week in Art include:

1. Ethan Lasser
2. Beverly Adams
3. Christophe Cherix
4. Joseph Luzzi
5. Osei Bonsu
6. Jimoh Buraimoh
7. Barnaby Wright
8. Gareth Harris

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