The Art History Babes

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Halloween Throwback: "The Mezzotint" Oct 22, 2018

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We're keeping the spooky vibes rolling with a Halloween throwback! Join the AH Babes for M.R. James' tale of a haunted mezzotint. Plus a discussion of night club bathroom camaraderie and a medieval snail update! Looking for more spooks?? Head over to our Patreon for exclusive episodes! October's bonus episode is all about the book that haunted everyone's childhood dreams, "Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark". www.patreon.com/arthistorybabes

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Originally Released October 12th, 2016

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Art History BB: Botticelli's "The Birth of Venus" Oct 17, 2018

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In this Babe Brief, Corrie, Nat, & Jen discuss the life of Sandro Botticelli (aka Papa Botts) and examine the history and symbolism of "The Birth of Venus."

"Caravaggio: A Light Before the Darkness" Kickstarter : kck.st/2Oh5Kqu

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Vinny van Gogh Oct 04, 2018

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Why was Van Gogh critical of Starry Night? Is it actually a painting of his hippocampus? Or a representation of some scientific phenomena? Join the Babes for a deep dive into the life of Vincent van Gogh. We talk his mental health, relationship with his brother Theo, the mystery surrounding his death and so much more.

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Related Episodes:

Color Theory Part II

F*** Gauguin

Loving Vincent

Art History BB: Ukiyo-e

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Lady Gaga with Ferren Gipson Sep 21, 2018

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Nat and Corrie are joined by the lovely Ferren Gipson of the Art Matters Podcast to talk about Pop Star Lady Gaga. The Babes also joined Ferren on an episode of Art Matters centered on RuPaul’s Drag Race. Topics include Gaga’s ties to the drag world, her use of art historical imagery and her connections to the art world.

Ferren Gipson is an art historian, writer, and broadcaster. Art Matters is the podcast that brings together pop culture and art history.

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Hot Takes: Conspiracy Theories w Paul Kreizenbeck Aug 19, 2018

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The Babes have a late night chat with friend and graphic designer Paul Kreizenbeck about a whole host of conspiracy theories including: Holocaust deniers, The Denver Airport, Paul McCartney is dead, The Mandela Effect, John Titor, MK Ultra, Simulation Theory, and Flat Earth Theory.

Paul's business:

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Related Episodes:

George W. Bush: Sensitive Portraitist

https://www.arthistorybabes.com/episode-60-george-w-bush-sensitive-portraitist

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Art History BB: Machu Picchu Aug 10, 2018

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Nat & Corrie discuss the history and mystery surrounding the infamous marker of the Inca empire, Machu Picchu.

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Ai Wei or the Highway Aug 06, 2018

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Originally released January 2, 2017

LEGO portraits, sunflower seeds, & the middle finger are just a few of the images that come to mind when thinking of contemporary artist and activist, Ai Weiwei. Join the Babes as they discuss his work, influences, political activism, & tumultuous relationship with the Chinese government.

Censored version available:

https://www.arthistorybabes.com/censored-episodes-1/2018/8/5/episode-22-ai-wei-or-the-highway-censored

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Related Episodes

Art History BB: Ai Weiwei's Sunflower Seeds

https://www.arthistorybabes.com/episode-97-art-history-bb-ai-weiweis-sunflower-seeds

Marcel, Marcel, I Love You Like Hell

https://www.arthistorybabes.com/episode-70-marcel-marcel-i-love-you-like-hell

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Art History BB: Ai Weiwei's Sunflower Seeds Aug 03, 2018

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All the babes get together to discuss Ai Weiwei's 2011 work, Sunflower Seeds. Find out how and why the artist filled a gallery in the Tate Modern with 1,000,000 tiny, porcelain sunflower seeds.

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Ai Wei or the Highway

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Ruth Rippon Aug 01, 2018

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Twice recorded is twice as nice? After losing, and re-recording the first half, we are pleased to finally be releasing our Ruth Rippon episode! Learn all about this prolific ceramicist and all-around amazing lady.

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Art History BB: Petra Jul 26, 2018

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This Art History Babe Brief explores the rock cut city of Petra, a fascinating archeological site in southern Jordan (and the filming local of such major motion pictures as "Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade" and "The Mummy Returns").

Related Episodes:

Smashin' & Slashin': The Art of Iconoclasm

www.arthistorybabes.com/episode-43-smashin-slashin-the-art-of-iconoclasm

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