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The Secrets of Sacred Art

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Artists Kathryn Laffrey and Alix Murray get into the art Catholics have made and prayed with for 2,000 years: icons and Byzantine mosaics, illuminated manuscripts, Renaissance and Baroque painting, stained glass, and the sacred art being made right now. Each episode takes a single work or tradition and explains the symbolism, the history, and the theology behind it. Why is there gold behind a sain... more

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Hosts

Kathryn Laffrey
Host of The Secrets of Sacred Art; insights into sacred imagery and church history.
Alix Murray
Co-host; co-curator of discussions on sacred art, artists, and institutions.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 20 ratings
  • Other than that...

    During the Gaudi episode: The host were unable to pronounce multiple names, admitted that they were actually unfamiliar with this history, laughed about being unfamiliar with the content, and made countless assumptions. other than that, they were well prepared.

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    Not Happy 345
    United Statesa year ago
  • Detailed Discussion Naking Art Accessible

    Enlightening discussion that can cater to both an expert and an amateur.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Anwi G.
    United States2 years ago
  • Disappointing

    The premise of this show and its crossovers are all very intriguing—but the hosts and their guests are all terrifically dull.

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    andhiggins
    United States3 years ago

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Generally positive about accessible exploration of sacred art, with strong praise for visual context and guest selection.
Some listeners feel episode pace or depth could vary by topic, with occasional critiques of pronunciation or assumed knowledge.
Appreciation for the conversational tone and clear explanations of symbolism in art history.

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#218
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#30
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#91
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#184
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#219
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A thoughtful, art-forward series exploring sacred art across centuries, from medieval icons and stained glass to modern devotional imagery. Discussions weave theology, historical context, and craft—delighting in how form and meaning illuminate faith. Episodes mix scholarly context with accessible storytelling, often featuring museum-wue, pilgrimage memories, and restoration insights. Noteworthy is the consistent focus on how art serves devotion, pedagogy, and cultural memory, with two hosts guiding listeners through complex iconographies with clarity and warmth.

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