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The Conversation Art Podcast

Michael Shaw
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A podcast featuring both one-on-one and three-way roundtable conversations with contemporary artists, dealers, curators, and collectors--based in Los Angeles, but reaching nationally and internationally.

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Boston-based photographer Jim Dow talks about:

The Boston art community (which is often connected to the art school and universities) and why he's lived there the great majority of his life (he lives in the house he grew up in); he's a dedicated Ma... more

Hadley, Massachusetts and NYC artist Sarah K. Khan talks about:

How it's a "little miracle" to have a studio (a former chick coop on a farm in the 5-college area of Mass.) after so many years working in kitchens and other spaces not dedicated to he... more

Artist and legendary street artist Robbie Conal talks about:

His family history, including his two activist-and-politically inclined parents, his background in fighting the power; moving up to Los Osos (in San Luis Obispo County) as a permanent res... more

Napa, CA-based artist Arleene Correa Valencia talks about:

Why she lives in Napa, CA, and the two distinct versions of the town, for the wealthy and for the poor ("you're either the owner of the vineyard, or you're working the vineyard," as she pu... more

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Recent Guests

Jim Dow
Photographer and lifelong art school teacher
School of the Museum of Fine Arts at Tufts University
Episode: Epis. 384: Boston artist and lifelong art school teacher on photography and teaching in art schools for 46 years
Sarah K. Khan
An artist documenting immigrant experiences through food and community activism.
Episode: Episode 383- Sarah Khan: Documenting the Immigrant Experience
Robbie Conal
A legendary street artist and painter
Episode: Episode 382: Robbie Conal,from the studio to the streets--applying what you do best to what you care about most
Arleene Correa Valencia
Artist based in Napa, California, focused on migration and family heritage in her work.
Episode: Episode 381- Arleene Correa Valencia: From rural Mexico to the Napa Valley and back, fulfilling a family dream
Michael Collins
London-based photographer and art writer
Episode: Episode 380- London-based photographer and writer Michael Collins on the perils of photography, and art criticism, and why to give your viewers the benefit of the doubt
Linnea Spransy
Pasadena-based artist and co-founder of Gallery Bridge Projects.
Gallery Bridge Projects
Episode: Episode 379- artist Linnéa Gabriella Spransy – growing up in a commune, Yale grad school, working as a living artist in Kansas City, and co-founding the gallery Bridge Projects
Alex Gribaudi-Plytas
An artist living and working in Champagne, France along with her partner Theo.
Episode: Episode 376: Merging art & life and leaving the city for the country: artist couple and collaborators Gribaudi-Plytas.
Theo Gribaudi-Plytas
An artist based in the Champagne region of France, collaborates with Alex.
Episode: Episode 376: Merging art & life and leaving the city for the country: artist couple and collaborators Gribaudi-Plytas.
Marcie Begleiter
Artist living and working in Los Osos, California.
Episode: Episode 375: Marcie Begleiter on artist residencies, working with nature, leaving big cities, and much more

Host

Michael Shaw
Host of insightful, candid conversations focused on contemporary art, bringing out personal stories and critical discussions around the art community.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 349 ratings
  • Great podcast!

    This is a great podcast for anyone interested in the art world, behind the scenes of galleries, curators, museums, and artists and their creative process and journey.

    The one on one interviews are engaging, insightful and Michael has a gift for conversation. I thoroughly enjoy his efforts to share the art world and hope he has much success with the podcast and his art as well.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mosaic96749
    United States9 months ago
  • My favorite

    The Conversation is my favorite of the art oriented podcasts that I listen to. The interviewer is genuine and genuinely interested in learning about those that he’s talking with. Really informative and of-the-moment. On the other hand, the conversation doesn’t come off as trendy...in a good way. The episodes are varied and unbiased with artists coming from different walks of life. They’re not all from the same school for example. Talking about how artists afford life lately is an important topic... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    worthyette
    United Statesa year ago
  • Beware of “Practice” Bleeps

    The censoring of the word “practice” is done so loudly that I literally almost lost control of my car when changing lanes one time. I have stopped listening to the podcast because it became unsafe while driving. The guests are great, but seriously, this is about art, you don’t need to censor a word you don’t like. Let people express themselves and use the words they want and let us be the judge as to whether it was “academic” or not. So dumb.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Deexz
    United States2 years ago
  • Another great conversation

    A wonderful conversation with author of the book “ The Death of the Artist”; I only wish it had been longer! So much food for thought. Michael hits on many topics that are important to artists trying to navigate the ever-changing art world. I will definitely read this book.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mobylino
    United States3 years ago
  • Great art podcast

    I am not an artist, I just enjoy art. Michael brings on a variety of thoughtful guests who have some fascinating insights into the art world. I look forward to hearing more! For those starting out, the Hannah Wohl episodes are incredible!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jibbliediggs
    United States3 years ago

Listeners Say

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Overall, the podcast is recommended for those involved in or interested in contemporary art, praised for its educational value and variety of guest perspectives.
The host is praised for engaging interviews and an authentic curiosity about guests' experiences and insights.
Some criticism exists regarding the host's interruptions and conversational style, with suggestions for improvement in the flow of discussions.
Listeners appreciate the in-depth, thoughtful conversations that challenge conventional narratives in the art world.

Chart Rankings

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#187
Canada/Arts/Visual Arts
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#63
Philippines/Arts/Visual Arts
Apple Podcasts
#69
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Apple Podcasts
#121
South Korea/Arts/Visual Arts
Apple Podcasts
#144
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Apple Podcasts
#146
Singapore/Arts/Visual Arts

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Epis. 384: Boston artist and lifelong art school teacher on photography and teaching in art schools for 46 years
Q: Is there a notable difference between the experiences you had teaching in the Ivy League versus at the museum school?
Jim shared an anecdote comparing student evaluations at Harvard to the museum school, highlighting the challenge of asking students to judge art without background information due to their previously established evaluation-heavy experiences.
Epis. 384: Boston artist and lifelong art school teacher on photography and teaching in art schools for 46 years
Q: How much, if any, of those 46-ish years were teaching the things you just described versus crits, etc.?
Jim Dow aimed to make teaching as creative as possible, gradually transitioning to focusing on creative delivery rather than standard academic delivery, benefitting from using technology in the classroom.
Episode 381- Arleene Correa Valencia: From rural Mexico to the Napa Valley and back, fulfilling a family dream
Q: Was it your aunt that you came and stayed with, did you say?
Yes, Arleene stayed with her great aunt and describes the supportive environment she provided.
Episode 381- Arleene Correa Valencia: From rural Mexico to the Napa Valley and back, fulfilling a family dream
Q: So how did you wind up in Napa?
Arleene shares her family's migration story and the health issues that led them to move north from East LA to Napa.
Episode 368: Tulsa Kinney on her 18 years running Artillery magazine and her complicated relationship with the art world
Q: Was there a combination of things that led to your selling the magazine?
It was a combination of feeling isolated after my husband's death, growing tired of the magazine, and experiencing the corporate feel of the evolving art world.

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Conversations feature a diverse array of artists, curators, and other voices from the contemporary art scene, exploring essential themes relevant to the art world, such as the intersection of art and politics, social justice, and the personal narratives that shape artistic expression. Discussions are often centered on the realities of living as an artist, financial challenges, and the socio-economic dynamics influencing the art community. The format includes intimate interviews and roundtable discussions, allowing for deep dives into various artistic practices and experiences, fostering a platform for thought-provoking discourse and community engagement in the visual arts.

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2. Sarah K. Khan
3. Robbie Conal
4. Arleene Correa Valencia
5. Michael Collins
6. Linnea Spransy
7. Alex Gribaudi-Plytas
8. Theo Gribaudi-Plytas

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