EXPLORING ART
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Episode 620 | Art or not Art, that is the Question.
November 05, 2023 22:06 - 19 minutes - 18.2 MBCan a pile of bricks in the middle of a construction site be considered art? On this episode we try to answer that question and also dive in the background life story and work of a minimalist artist who dared to build a sculpture using only a pile of bricks.
Episode 637 | The Music of Silence
November 05, 2023 22:00 - 20 minutes - 18.9 MBThe Music of Silence delves into one of the most iconic compositions by John Cage, his renowned piano piece known as '4' 33"'. This exploration involves a comprehensive analysis of Cage's work, shedding light on its profound significance and delving into both its contextual and conceptual value. Music from Descript App
Episode 625 | The Silence of John Cage
November 02, 2023 16:15 - 20 minutes - 19 MBThe host, Anastasia, welcomes everyone to the podcast and introduces the topic of the incredible and iconic musical piece called “4’33” by John Cage. Emily and Wootchard share their incredible research and foundings on the brilliant Cage and what his controversial piece is all about. Music Credit , Chill Background Music [chill lo-fi hip hop beats]
Episode 638 | Cage & the Unheard: An Exploration of 4'33"
November 01, 2023 02:36 - 20 minutes - 18.3 MBIn this episode, Saahel and Rafa discuss John Cage and his musical piece, 4'33". They discuss what it means for something to "be" music, some of Cage's other work, his Buddhist influences, and his impact.
Episode 643 | Brick by Brick: Unpacking Art and Controversy
October 26, 2023 15:04 - 19 minutes - 18.3 MBThis podcast goes into depth on the controversy and background of the “Pile of Bricks” piece by Carl Andre. We discuss the historical context, the meaning, and the symbolism around it. Michael, Gabriella, and Camilla all share opinions on how they think the Pile of Brick controversy affected (at the time) modern-day thinking of “what is art?”
Episode 639 | The Legacy of Cage and the 4'33
October 26, 2023 13:46 - 22 minutes - 20.4 MBIn this Podcast we descrivbed infomation about John cage, his actions and how they affected the musical genre. Also, the topic of the 4'33 and its significance were also discussed.
Episode 641 | Silent Harmony: Exploring John Cage's 4'33"
October 26, 2023 13:43 - 17 minutes - 12.2 MBJoin hosts Joseph and Dalia as they delve into the intriguing and fascinating world of avant-garde composer John Cage in this episode of the Exploring Art Podcast. Our hosts explore John Cage's famous silent composition "4'33" and talk about how it changed the way people viewed music forever by forcing them to rethink what they constitute as music. This episode will provide new perspectives from an avant-garde composer, whether you are familiar with his work or completely new to the avant-ga...
Episode 621 | Exploring Art: Sean and Anastasia Examine Michelangelo and Christo
October 26, 2023 13:35 - 22 minutes - 31.1 MBSean talks about a contemporary artist by the name of Christo Javacheff, and Anastasia dives into world-renowned artist Michelangelo. Everything Perffect- Pretty Voice
Episode 632 | Plums and Poetry: Exploring William Carlos Williams' 'This Is Just to Say'
October 26, 2023 13:25 - 14 minutes - 26.9 MBJoin us on a literary journey as we dive deep into the life and work of the renowned American poet, William Carlos Williams, and one of his most famous poems, "This Is Just to Say." In this podcast, we explore the multifaceted genius of Williams and explore the enduring questions raised by "This Is Just to Say." Is it a simple apology or an artistic masterpiece?
Episode 636 | Artful Echoes: Unconventional Expressions
October 24, 2023 14:41 - 22 minutes - 11 MB"Artful Echoes: Unconventional Expressions" is a podcast that delves into the enigmatic world of art and challenges traditional definitions of creativity. Explore the boundaries of music, the role of the audience, and the ever-evolving nature of artistic expression as we question the essence of art itself. Join us on a thought-provoking journey where we discover the hidden artistry in silence, sound, and the human experience
Episode 633 | A Deep Dive Into The Mind of Williams’
October 24, 2023 14:38 - 17 minutes - 16.4 MBIn this episode, Alan and his guest Maya will dive into the mind and life of the late poet, William Carlos Williams
Episode 623 | Christo and How We View Art.
October 24, 2023 14:35 - 34 minutes - 31.2 MBOn today's episode, we will be discussing the artist Christo Javacheff and his artworks Specifically, we will also go into detail about how he views his process as a major aspect of his artwork
Episode 622 | Deconstruction a “Pile of Bricks”:Investigating what makes art “art”
October 24, 2023 14:33 - 23 minutes - 21.3 MBIn this episode students investigate the qualities that separate works of art from everyday objects through a comprehensive analysis of Carl Andres “equivalent VIII” more commonly known as “Pile of Bricks” Through a review of what led to the intense criticism and rejection this contemporary work faced, and the factors that aided in its rise and influence on the art world, a more clear understanding of what constitutes art can be reached.
Episode 631 | Sorry I Ate Your Plums
October 24, 2023 14:32 - 16 minutes - 14.9 MBIn this thought-provoking episode of "Sorry I ate your plums," your hosts, Nicholas and Co-host Moetsy and Alegna, takes you on a journey into the fascinating world of art, poetry, and creative boundaries. We discuss the life and influence of William Carlos Williams, a poet, writer, and medical doctor from New Jersey. Discover how his diverse heritage and personal experiences shaped his unique contribution to American art and literature. We'll also journey through the early 20th century, his...
Episode 626 | IS ART A SUM OF THE GREATER PROCESS? LETS DISCUSS
October 24, 2023 14:26 - 21 minutes - 19.7 MBKAELA HOSTED HAILEY AND MICHAEL AS WE DOVE INTO WHETHER OR NOT WE AGREE WITH THE RENOWNED ARTIST CHRISTO’S VIEW ON WHAT ART IS.
Episode 634| The Art of Silence
October 24, 2023 14:19 - 21 minutes - 21.5 MBDiscover how John Cage harnessed the power of silence and everyday sounds to craft a new artistic language. Learn about his iconic composition, "4'33"," a piece that challenges our perceptions of music and invites us to find art in the spaces between sound. Muisc Little Son Willis Harlem Blues (SWING TIME 305) (1952). (n.d.). Www.youtube.com. Retrieved October 24, 2023, from https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P0KZnZ8t66I ● The Clovers. (2015, October 15). Ting-A-LingT. YouTube. https://www.y...
Episode 642 | Bricks or Art?
October 24, 2023 14:15 - 31 minutes - 43.9 MBThis podcast episode dives deep into the qualifications of art. How does one identify art? We analyze Carl Andre's work "Equivalent VIII" to answer this question. Luis, Megan, and Dianelys provide their thoughts and opinion on the matter.
Episode 624 | Unstacking the Pile of Bricks Mystery
October 24, 2023 14:11 - 27 minutes - 9.55 MBIn this podcast episode, Richard, Paola, and Daphne explore the puzzling case of Pile Of Bricks. Is it art or a random arrangement? We unravel the artistic intent and context debate, challenging our perceptions of what constitutes art. Join us for a journey that leaves you questioning the boundaries of creativity and interpretation.
Episode 630 | Discovering Williams: The World of 'This Is Just to Say
October 21, 2023 11:41 - 19 minutes - 17.8 MBCome discover the inventive 20th century American poet, William Carlos Williams in a panel discussion with Madeline , Daniel , and Nicole ,as we dive into his life works and the important contributions he made to the linguistic arts wold
Episode 670 | Long-term Positive Effects of Art on Human Health
September 21, 2023 21:39 - 18 minutes - 16.5 MBThis episode will talk about how Art has several Long-term Positive Effects on Human Health that encapsule the emotional and physical realm. We dive into many studies and also into Monroe Beardsley’s works to give support to our claim.
Episode 668 | Beardsley’s In The Mind
September 21, 2023 20:12 - 23 minutes - 8.03 MBThis episode explores the intriguing world of aesthetics and its unexpected links to mental health and well-being. In this podcast, your host, Mumtahena, will lead a discussion with Kanoe and Dem as they delve into complex theories of the famous philosopher of aesthetics, Monroe Beardsley. Through this discussion, they aim to shed light on how Beardsley's art therapy framework may help improve one’s mental health.
Episode 667 | Birds And Evolution
September 21, 2023 20:06 - 25 minutes - 23 MBIn this segment, we delve into the intriguing parallels between humans and birds in their evolved sense and appreciation of beauty. We examine the divergence in human perception of aesthetics due to natural selection, straying away from what we typically consider the natural order. Birds, being an entirely distinct species, possess unique customs and ways of appreciating beauty, differing substantially from human perspectives. Join us as we explore these intriguing distinctions, delve into ...
Episode 653 | Conversation in Art
September 21, 2023 20:00 - 50 minutes - 46.2 MBIn this episode we discuss Vincent Van Gogh. We express opinion and share facts on his life, his career and his greatest works. Most specifically we talk about The Night Café, One of his most interesting works which he claims to be his worst.
Episode 652 | The Art and Science of Bird Beauty
September 21, 2023 19:49 - 38 minutes - 34.8 MBWelcome to “The art and science of bird beauty," where host Emilio is joined by special guests Khoudia and Me . In this episode, we dive deep into the mesmerizing world of beauty and mate selection. Together, we unravel the m of avian aesthetics, examining how birds perceive and beauty in their quest for love and reproduction. From the extravagant plumage of peacocks, we uncover the second avian allure. Join us for an engaging conversation about art, science, and the beauty of the natural wo...
Episode 664 | Gladys and her Aesthetic Therapy
September 20, 2023 18:49 - 16 minutes - 15.4 MBIn this installment of the Exploring Art podcast, we will be discussing Monroe Beardsley’s Aesthetics and how they can play a role in improving well-being and mental health!
Episode 656 | Was Van Gogh’s Art Actually Ugly?
September 20, 2023 18:44 - 17 minutes - 16.1 MBVan Gogh described his painting The Night Cafe as the one of the ugliest he had ever done. We explore whether or not this is true, why it is or isn’t true, and what the artist’s intention was.
Episode 654 | Beauty Within the Feather
September 20, 2023 18:35 - 33 minutes - 31.1 MBDuring this segment of the podcast, we delve into the intriguing world of beauty, examining the parallels of physical allure in both humans and birds at a collegiate level. We further unpack the essence of attractiveness and explore the underlying reasons that captivate us. Join us for an insightful discussion on beauty in harmony with nature!
Episode 659 | What is The Meaning of Ugly in Art?
September 19, 2023 22:36 - 30 minutes - 28 MBOur episode embarks on a mission to discover if an artwork can truly be ugly, and how does that translate to an audience. We dig deeper into the works of Vincent Van Goh, who has many emotionally charged works that evoke deep contemplation about seemingly ugly ideas and dark emotions. From the work of Julia, Arsema, and myself, Delaney, we will get to the bottom of Vincent’s mission as an artist and determine if his works are literally ugly, or metaphorically ugly.
Episode 669 | Beauty is in the eye of the beholder
September 19, 2023 19:07 - 22 minutes - 20.9 MBA deep dive into the subjectiveness and objectiveness of beauty and aesthetic experiences throughout art.
Episode 662 | Beardsley and therapeutic art
September 19, 2023 18:58 - 24 minutes - 22.3 MBToday Jason and Isabella talk about art and its therapeutic abilities using Beardsley as a point of reference.
Episode 660 | Exploring Aesthetics in Humans and Birds
September 19, 2023 18:56 - 20 minutes - 15.1 MBIn our discussion, we delve into the visual allure of species such as tanagers and peacocks, examining the capacity of female birds to discern the aesthetic qualities of their male counterparts. To frame our analysis, we employ the principles of situational aesthetics in conjunction with established standards of objective beauty.
Episode 657 | Beauty in Nature: Exploring Avian Aesthetics
September 19, 2023 18:53 - 19 minutes - 17.5 MBDive into this episode as Franchesca, Soo, and Santi explore the reasons behind male birds having beautiful plumage and how it helps them attract their future mates!
Episode 655 | The Night Cafe and Ugliness in Art
September 19, 2023 18:50 - 15 minutes - 6.86 MBHector and Branco critically examine "The Night Café" and contend that its aesthetic appeal may be more refined than Van Gogh's personal assessment suggested.
Episode 649 | Eyes of the Beholder: Seeing the Bigger Picture
September 19, 2023 18:42 - 36 minutes - 26.5 MBExplore this episode’s enigmatic allure of picturesque beauty as we unravel its historical influence and dual linguistic origins. We have invited Lauren, Jean, and Hunter, and together, they will dive into the essence of picturesque beauty, its history, and influence and even bring examples to discuss, compare, and contrast. Was Nathaniel Willis right in suggesting that picturesque landscapes resemble beautiful paintings, or does their true beauty lie in the creative act of observation? Join...
Episode 647 | The Beautiful, the Ugly and the Debatable
September 19, 2023 18:40 - 39 minutes - 35.9 MBIn this podcast episode, Isabella, Macarena and Ashley debate how one defines beauty and how their personal definition impacts how they view art.
Episode 645 | Solving the Picturesque
September 19, 2023 18:35 - 28 minutes - 26.4 MBIn this episode Fabiana , David , and Angel answer questions to work out the meaning of picturesque
Episode 661 | Art as a Remedy: Exploring a Counselor's Prescription for Sophomore Struggles
September 18, 2023 23:25 - 30 minutes - 41.5 MBIn this episode we explore what art therapy is, the origins of it, and the many ways that experiencing art can improve the life of anyone.
Episode 663 | Beauty Through A Bird’s Eyes
September 18, 2023 18:49 - 22 minutes - 20.2 MBKatie and Amie will dig deep into what beauty truly is. Is beauty truly in the eye of the beholder or is it much more subjective than that? Join us as we discuss what beauty means to both of us and how we relate it to beautiful plumage.
Episode 649 | Eyes of the Beholder: Seeing the Bigger Picture
September 18, 2023 18:08 - 36 minutes - 26.5 MBExplore this episode’s enigmatic allure of picturesque beauty as we unravel its historical influence and dual linguistic origins. We have invited Lauren, Jean, and Hunter, and together, they will dive into the essence of picturesque beauty, its history, and influence and even bring examples to discuss, compare, and contrast. Was Nathaniel Willis right in suggesting that picturesque landscapes resemble beautiful paintings, or does their true beauty lie in the creative act of observation? Join...
Episode 646 | Beauty, Birds and Feathers
September 18, 2023 18:05 - 38 minutes - 35.3 MBIn this podcast episode, we explore the idea of beauty across species with a particular emphasis on birds and people. It considers the objective or universal nature of beauty and its role in evolution while addressing the moral ramifications and interspecies communication. The key question is still whether beauty is something that only humans can understand or if it also applies to other animals.
Episode 620 | As is or captured with emotion?
July 24, 2023 01:58 - 25 minutes - 29.2 MBIn our podcast episode we dive into the philosopher Socrates and explore the question, would Socrates be portrayed better in a photograph or a portrait? We discuss how Rembrandt and Alfred Stieglitz could capture Socrates. Is it better to have accuracy or is it better to depict emotion? Get ready to listen up and dive into the history of Socrates.
Episode 618 | Portraying Socrates
July 17, 2023 22:32 - 20 minutes - 18.4 MBJoin our journey as we compare possible perspectives comparing and contrasting the differences provided. We will break down portraits and photographs while applying the mediums of Rembrandt and Alfred Stieglitz. We will discuss the differences these great artists could have shown when the person they are capturing in their images is philosopher Socrates. Would we rather see a portrait of Socrates by Rembrandt over a photograph? Does that answer change when the photographer is Stieglitz himse...
Episode 614 | Let’s Talk French
July 17, 2023 22:25 - 22 minutes - 20.9 MBIn this podcast, we will be focusing on two artists Paul Cezanne and Ambrose Vollard. We will talk about different aspects of art and the different styles that the artists used in their paintings. And we end up talking about the incident between them and who’s fault it was. · Artist and Title for Music: Peaceful Paradise by Taizo Audio
Episode 564 | A New World of Art
July 17, 2023 20:32 - 22 minutes - 51.6 MBThis podcast dives deep into the art behind Cezanne and the history associated with him. Our podcast discusses numerous topics that paint a picture of art in the 19th century. The 19th century was a transformative period in the art world, with major shifts in artistic style, movements, and institutions. The Royalty-free track used for the intro/outro is Weeknds by DayFox
Episode 572 | Uncovering William Kent's Vision for the Enchanting Elysian Fields
July 16, 2023 01:11 - 23 minutes - 16 MBJoin us for a deep dive into the fascinating world of William Kent and his vision for the Enchanting Elysian Fields. In this episode, we'll explore the history and legacy of Kent's iconic landscape design, delving into the intricate details and history behind his masterful creation. Are you ready to go on a journey with us through history, art, and nature as we "read the garden"?Royalty-Free Adobe music used: HAPPY- LOFI-(LOOP)... Audio source: FineTune Music Adobe Stock Asset ID: #6171419...
Episode 530 | Flicks and Tricks: Unraveling the Silver Screen's Secrets
July 15, 2023 15:40 - 20 minutes - 24.9 MBPlease join our host Curnaya, Romi, and Joseph as we dive into the illusion of reality and how it relates to the movie “Billy Budd”. We will also discuss Peter Ustinov, Ivor Montagu, and his comment on why he believed black and white movies “seeming real” was strange. Music Credits: Martin Landström - Passion Pit
Episode 556 | Inside the Mind of Merce Cunningham in His Unforgettable Production of Winter Branch
July 14, 2023 19:16 - 20 minutes - 26.1 MBIn this episode, we explored the significance of Merce Cunningham's "Winter Branch," a groundbreaking dance piece from 1964. We discussed Cunningham's avant-garde approach, his integration of technology with dance, and how he challenged traditional notions of the art form. We highlighted the absence of a narrative or central theme in "Winter Branch," focusing instead on the pure essence of movement and the dancers' physicality. We delve into Cunningham's unique process, influenced by chance ...
Episode 554 | Expect the Unexpected in the Work of Merce Cunningham
July 14, 2023 18:42 - 20 minutes - 18.6 MBn today's episode, we are talking about Merce Cunningham's life and how his work of art challenges the audience to appreciate art in an unexpected way, highlighting his most influential dance: Winterbranch. It would challenge you to understand his point of view. So I recommend you guys open your mind to understand his crazy ideas! Dont forget to tune in.
Episode 582 | Exploring African Art
July 14, 2023 18:35 - 22 minutes - 51 MBToday Group 582 will be delving into research on African art as a form of functional art.
Episode 574 | The Art Perspective
July 14, 2023 18:29 - 4 minutes - 2.21 MBIn this episode of Exploring Art Podcast, hosted by Eli, Jeremy and Isa join the discussion. They delve into a fascinating case study that explores eighteenth-century English gardens, which were vastly different from contemporary gardens. These gardens were designed to convey sophisticated messages, and their visitors often referred to them as "reading a garden." The focus of the case study is William Kent's renowned garden at Stowe in Buckinghamshire, England, particularly the Elysian Field...