Episodes

*Art Insider* Episode : Art Insider is an interview segment hosted by the host Joana P. R. Neves with art professionals, who uncover the hidden secrets and journeys of art jobs.  When is an art trail more than a walk from sculpture to sculpture? And how does a curator work with artists for a context such as... a city? Sarah Carrington shares the ins and outs of her work for the Public Art Trail in East London The Line , as well as the joys of producing and supporting artistic commissions, for an urban space full of wildlife and indus...

*Art Topic* For some, colour is subjective, for others it's vital. In contemporary art, it opens up a world of possibilities. Curator Joana P. R. Neves welcomes María Castro Jímenez, whose Substack page "Pigments, Colours & Other Stories" reveals new pathways into art history, art making and creativity. Perfect for artists, ideal for polymaths, superb for creative souls and idyllic for those who enjoy a mix of prehistory, archeology, chemistry, anthropology and magic. Ultimately, this is the best podcast creativity! Hosted by Joa...

In My Art Tools we look into 2 artists' tool box: what is their fetish instrument? 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: Ana María Caballero and Alexandra Jabre. What you get from this episode: Have you ever thought about the stuff art is made of? Wondered how artists make what you see in museums and galleries? How they train their hand, eye, bod...

Show review: Danielle Brathwaite Shirley, The Delusion, and Petter Doig's House of Music shows at Serpentine Gallery. Our lives are online and so is our art, posted on social media and even made with the help of AI, LMMs, etc. Does being present online affect our presence IRL in galleries, museums and art spaces in general?Two exhibitions stimulated this critique of digital engagement and creativity: Peter Doig's House of Music and Danielle Brathwaite Shirley's The Delusion at the Serpentine gallery.What can we do? Before...

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...