Episodes

Art Story  is a shorter episode exploring an art work, an artist, an exhibition or even a concept through a proudly subjective narrative.  Narrated by: the host, Joana P. R. Neves Have you ever been under the irresistible spell of an art work? Joana explores an aesthetic shock involving a tongue twister and a photography by Roni Horn in a busy art fair. Maybe you’ll jump into the flow, maybe you’ll be touched by Joana's devotion to the art, the feeling, and the inscrutable nature of certain contemporary art attractions. → To dig deep...

Exhibition Chinwag  is the original segment of the podcast where Joana invites professionals from other fields to visit and discuss the work of an artist through their solo exhibition.  Guest: Emily Harding the OG Exhibitionistas co-host! Surprise Guest: John McDonald, Art Critic. John's Substack . The artist: Emily Kam Kgnwarray at Tate Modern until 11 January, curated by Kelli Cole. What can you paint at the end of your life? How does it change if you come from an Aboriginal culture? + Emily's impressions of the Tate exhibition of ...

ART BOOK CLUB is a segment where a guest suggests a book which was not written with contemporary art in mind and yet is a source of inspiration, guidance and / or creativity for their work. Hosted by Joana P. R. Neves. Catherine Li chose: Ursula K. Le Guin THE CARRIER BAG THEORY OF FICTION It's a very very short text that can basically change your life. With a simple shift in narrative, Le Guin demonstrates how we can totally change the STORY. But... how does this apply to curating? #curators #artpodcast #artbook To know more abo...

In My Art Tools  (new segment) we look into 2 artists' tool box: what is their fetish instrument? Artists think with their hands. Let's get technical! The artist's hand will guide you through the passion of following one’s vision, the pleasures of trusting an instinct, and the resilience it takes to work creatively. Hosted by Joana P. R. Neves. The guests: Anouk Mercier (UK + FR) and Marina Roca Díe (SP). In an endearingly geeky manner, the answers reveal fantastic methods and unimaginable stories. A big plus: hilarious l...

Art Insider  is an interview segment with fascinating figures of the art field who lift the veil on their corner of contemporary art.  Guest: Ben Luke (Host of A Brush With ) Ben Luke is an art journalist whose voice reaches a wider audience through his successful podcast  A Brush With , where each episode is dedicated to an artist interview led by him. His new book, What is art for? Contemporary artists on their inspirations, influences and disciplines (2025, Heni) , stems from it. The scope of his questions is aimed toward building...

Exhibition Chinwag  is the original segment of the podcast where Joana invites professionals from other fields to visit and discuss the work of an artist through their solo exhibition.  Guest: Susie Ridell Co-Producer and co-Host of the Podcast  ⁠Limited Time Only⁠ The artist: Jenny Saville and her solo exhibition The Anatomy of Painting. National Portrait Gallery - 20 June - 7 September 2025. How do artists paint the body nowadays? And why does Saville produce monumental images of it? + Susie's candid questions about the art mar...

Exhibitionistas Season 3: a constellation of 8 episode segments opening new doors onto the fascinating, thought-provoking and creative world of contemporary art. Exhibitions, Art Talk, Art Insider Interviews and more. Starting: 5 September 2025. Music by Sarturn Featuring Catherine Li, Susie Ridell, Ben Luke, Marina Roca Díe, Sarah Le Quang Sang, Nick Taylor, and the O.G. Emily Harding. Created & hosted by Joana P. R. Neves

ART TRAVELOGUE is a new format, an audio/video journey with art as a destination. How does the journey to arrive at the art space inform our experience of the art work or exhibition? Does our own internal journey through life affect our perception of art? Embark on this trip with your host, Joana P. R. Neves. Ft. Haroon Mirza, Yates Norton, Inês Costa. In this episode you'll find out about British artist Haroon Mirza's new commissioned piece (a performance and a sound installation) for Focal Point Gallery's exhibition In ...

Art Insider  is an interview segment with fascinating figures of the art field who lift the veil on their corner of contemporary art, hosted by Joana P. R. Neves. Guests: curators Gemma Rolls-Bentley and E-J Scott We talk about their exhibition "Talisman" focusing on objects whose symbolic and energetic force infuse a sense of safety and protection, but also of resistance in queer lives. Presented by Cardion Arts in Collaboration with The Museum of Transology. → Stay connected to the Exhibitionistas flow, ⁠SIGN UP: https://...