The Boston Art Podcast

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Adding Artistry to the Mundane Mar 22, 2024

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In which Theo & Brian discuss Brian's new album, Wendy's, food service, and the idea of adding artistry to places where you might not normally put it.
Brian's new album "LET ME GO" is now available on all platforms.
https://open.spotify.com/album/56rlC6zmTwIlb5qFS7b4PQ

Francis Bacon: Mental Illness, Street Fights, and Hiding a Dead Body Mar 15, 2024

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In which Theo & Brian learn about the art, life, and career of famed British artist Francis Bacon, a man who endured great abuse, hardship, and ill circumstances before turning into amazing art.
Francis is known today as the guy who made creepy paintings but in his life he was known as a gambler, a drinker, and a party animal who spent most nights in Soho gay clubs.
Big ups to Francis Bacon
CW: Abuse, SA, Suicide, Overdose

Gabrielle Maye Mar 08, 2024

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In which Brian & Theo talk with artist & educator Gabrielle Maye about drawing, art school, and edcuation.
https://gabriellemaye.com/

How do you provide value with art? Mar 01, 2024

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In which Theo & Brian discuss Art Block, Providing Value, Childrens Music, & Conflict.

Are jorts out? What is Indie Sleaze? Is the green jacket girl dead? Feb 23, 2024

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In which Theo & Brian keep it casual.

Aaliyah: a 90s star who was taken too soon Feb 17, 2024

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In which Theo & Brian discuss famed R&B singer Aaliyah who rose to fame in the 1990s, became a fixture in pop music by 2000, and then died unexectedly at the age of 22 in 2001.
CW: R. Kelly, abuse, SA, and plane crashes

Performance Art: When does it go too far? Feb 09, 2024

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In which Theo & Brian discuss eight separate pieces of performance art, each of them receiving much critical acclaim, praise, and even massive controversey. From cannibalism to crucifixion to intentionally shooting yourself, this episode gets weird. Viewer discretion is advised.
MAJOR TW: Cannibalism, Death, Self Harm, Pregnancy Trauma, Blood, Murder
- Sebastian Horsely: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/...
- Zhu Yu: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/...
- Vito Acconci: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/...
- Ron Athey: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/...
- Aliza Shvartz: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/...
- Chris Burden: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/...
- Ham Cybelle: https://faroutmagazine.co.uk/s...
- Marina Abramovic: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/...

The many deaths of Edie Sedgwick Feb 02, 2024

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Join Theo and Brian in a thoughtful discussion on the life and tragedy of Edie Sedgwick— an OG It Girl, esteemed fashion icon, and accomplished actress. Edie, known by some as a muse to Andy Warhol and allegedly a muse to Bob Dylan, leaves a lasting impression on the cultural landscape. Our hosts delve into the intricate facets of Edie Sedgwick's existence, exploring her legacy and the profound impact she made on art, fashion, and celebrity. This one gets interesting.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Edie_Sedgwick
CW: Suicide, drugs, pregnancy trauma, abuse

Wretched Press interviews Boston Art Podcast Jan 26, 2024

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In which Wretched Press interviews Brian & Theo for an upcoming issue.
Learn more at the link below.
https://wretchedpress.com/

Andy Warhol: Evil, Exploitative, Sadist or Neurodivergent Drug Addict? Jan 19, 2024

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In which Brian & Theo give Andy Warhol his day in court.
Settle in for this 3 hour bonanza as we dive deep into Andy Warhols background, acheivements, and his dark dealings. Buckle up, because its going to get rough.
CW Death, Drug Use, Suicide, Abuse

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