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The Great Women Artists

Katy Hessel
Serpentine Gallery
Judy Chicago
Feminist Art
FAM Museum
Edmonia Lewis
Revelations
Feminism
Louise Nevelson
Barbara Kruger
The Dinner Party
Medusa
Women's Rights
19th Century American Art
Harlem Renaissance
Doris Salcedo
Tamara De Lempicka
Political Art
Judith Scott
Greek Mythology
Violence Against Women

Created off the back of @thegreatwomenartists Instagram, this podcast is all about celebrating women artists. Presented by art historian and curator, Katy Hessel, this podcast interviews artists on their career, or curators, writers, or general art lovers, on the female artist who means the most to them.

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I'm so excited to say that today’s guest on the Great Women Artist Podcast is the esteemed curator, writer, broadcaster and cultural trailblazer, Ekow Eshun. Born in North-west London in 1968, Eshun has been at the forefront of creative culture for d... more

I'm so excited to say that my guest on the Great Women Artist Podcast is one of the world's most renowned photographers working today, Sally Mann. Hailed for her images of nature in the remote American south – full of deeply layered memories and rive... more

I am so excited to say that my guest on the GWA Podcast is one of the most exciting young painters working today, Eva Helene Pade. Born in Denmark in 1997, and based in Paris – where we are recording today – Pade is known for her rich and emotionally... more

I am so excited to say that my guest, returning for his second interview on the GWA Podcast, is the esteemed American writer, critic, and curator, Hilton Als… A staff writer at The New Yorker for over 30 years, and a recipient of the Pulitzer Prize f... more

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Recent Guests

Ekow Eshun
Esteemed curator, writer, broadcaster, and cultural trailblazer
Curator of exhibitions including 'In the Black Fantastic'
Episode: Ekow Eshun on Toni Morrison, Octavia E. Butler, Hilary Mantel, Wangechi Mutu, and more
Sally Mann
One of the world's most renowned photographers, known for her images that explore themes of memory and decay.
Episode: Sally Mann
Eva Helene Pade
A contemporary artist known for her emotionally charged paintings that blend abstraction and figurative elements.
Episode: Eva Helene Pade
Hilton Als
Esteemed American writer, critic, and curator
The New Yorker
Episode: Hilton Als on Jean Rhys
Tania Bruguera
An influential Cuban artist known for her performance works that explore themes of freedom, expression, and immigration.
The Behavior Art School
Episode: Tania Bruguera
Kelli Cole
Curator and Aboriginal Australian artist
National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Art Gallery, Australia
Episode: Emily Kam Kngwarray as told by Kelli Cole [Exhibition walkthrough at Tate Modern!]
Lisa Wenger
Hoffman Process Teacher and Gestalt Therapist, niece of artist Meret Oppenheim
Episode: Meret Oppenheim as told by Lisa Wenger
Meret Oppenheim
A German-Swiss artist renowned for her Surrealist artworks, including iconic pieces such as the fur-lined teacup.
Episode: Meret Oppenheim as told by Lisa Wenger
Lois Dodd
Esteemed American painter known for her depictions of landscapes and intimate surroundings
Episode: Lois Dodd

Host

Katy Hessel
Host of discussions that spotlight female artists, sharing insights into their careers, influences, and contributions to art history. Katy is known for her engaging interviewing style and depth of knowledge regarding women in the arts.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 1.9k ratings
  • My favorite podcast. Can’t wait for each new episode!

    Nothing makes me happier than seeing a new episode in my podcast feed, and the start of a new season of The Great Women Artists!!! Thank God the wait is over!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Reb026
    United Statesa month ago
  • S U P E R F A N

    Katy’s effervescence is contagious. I’ve listened to every show. In fact just listed to the last one today. Going to start from the beginning and relearn everything all over again. Just love what this podcast has meant to me

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Totalcrapapp
    United States2 months ago
  • Amazing!

    This podcast is absolutely incredible. Every episode is insightful and inspiring! Keep it up!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RPBair19
    United States4 months ago
  • Like a breath of fresh air

    Always grateful for a new episode delving into so many lives of great women artists ~ I listen with an inner smile, let tears flow, let out joyous laughter, experience awe and indeed relief, thank goddess they exist, I exclaim after each episode ends. Horray !

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ed and Al
    Australia5 months ago
  • Katherine Bradford

    One of the best interviews of an artist I’ve ever heard. Katy is always a brilliant interviewer but this one is a standout.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Piper_06
    United States6 months ago

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The podcast is praised for bringing long-overlooked female artists into the spotlight and enhancing awareness about their contributions to art history.
Comments highlight the engaging and enthusiastic interviewing style of the host, which fosters a connection with the subject matter.
Listeners appreciate the valuable insights into the lives and works of women artists.

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#141
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Apple Podcasts
#47
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#178
Canada/Arts
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#61
Australia/Arts
Apple Podcasts
#94
France/Arts
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#245
Germany/Arts

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Ekow Eshun on Toni Morrison, Octavia E. Butler, Hilary Mantel, Wangechi Mutu, and more
Q: Tell us about the future of the past in relation to Ellen Gallagher's work.
Eshun illustrates how Gallagher's artwork explores historical violence and beauty through an underwater lens, intertwining the past and ethical considerations of present-day narratives.
Ekow Eshun on Toni Morrison, Octavia E. Butler, Hilary Mantel, Wangechi Mutu, and more
Q: How do we get to Hilary Mantel?
Eshun admires Mantel's ability to portray human nature across different epochs, capturing emotional truths that transcend time.
Ekow Eshun on Toni Morrison, Octavia E. Butler, Hilary Mantel, Wangechi Mutu, and more
Q: Tell us about why you chose Octavia Butler. What is it about her?
Eshun values how Octavia Butler's work goes beyond mere science fiction to confront themes of identity and the experience of 'otherness' in a deeply relatable manner.
Ekow Eshun on Toni Morrison, Octavia E. Butler, Hilary Mantel, Wangechi Mutu, and more
Q: Ekow, as you know, I have been a huge fan of yours for a long time. Why are you drawn to working with artists?
Eshun believes that artists are among the few free people left in society, capable of creating new ideas and reporting back on their encounters and feelings.
Sally Mann
Q: What are you currently working on?
I'm preparing a traveling show that includes both retrospective and new work, including a series called Marital Trust about relationships.

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Content focuses on celebrating and exploring the contributions of women artists throughout history and contemporary art. Through interviews with artists, curators, and art historians, the discussion brings forth diverse perspectives on female artistic practices, highlighting influential figures in the art world. The podcast is notable for intertwining guests' personal insights and anecdotes with critical art historical narratives, making it a unique platform for voices often overlooked in traditional art discourse.

Listeners can expect to gain a deeper understanding of the challenges and triumphs faced by women in the art world, and explore a variety of themes related to identity, cultural heritage, and feminist perspectives in the arts.

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Recent guests on The Great Women Artists include:

1. Ekow Eshun
2. Sally Mann
3. Eva Helene Pade
4. Hilton Als
5. Tania Bruguera
6. Kelli Cole
7. Lisa Wenger
8. Meret Oppenheim

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