Best Art Smitten Podcasts (2025)

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Fugitive Archives - MJ Flamiano and Catherine Ortega-Sandow 23:47

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6d ago23:47

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This Monday, tune in to hear an interview with Saluhan Collective collaborators MJ Flamiano and Catherine Ortega-Sandow about their current curatorial project Fugitive Archives!! 🏷️ The exhibition series examines the role of artist-led, community-based, and independent archives as transformative tools for collective organising and knowledge product…

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Karma's Turning Point 1:43:10

15d ago1:43:10

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**FIRST 10 MINUTES OF AUDIO IS HELLA CHOPPY** ... but once you get past it, you're good. This week, we're talking Tyler's texts, internet scams, assassinations and teacher baes. Shout outs to Feedspot.com for featuring us among their Top 100 Black & Comedy Podcasts! https://podcast.feedspot.com/black_podcasts/ https://podcast.feedspot.com/us_comedy…

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Interview with Maya Borjesson + a brief history of Sound Art 50:33

11d ago50:33

50:33

Maya Borjesson @handclap joined us in the studio 🔊 for this episode of Art Smitten. Based in Naarm/Melbourne, Maya is a sound artist and architect who explores ambient music’s potential in evoking memories as well as sound’s relationship to architecture. We also briefly discuss the history of sound as an artform to contextualize our discussion arou…

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AI in art + 'The Man Who Sleeps' film review 21:33

16d ago21:33

21:33

For our first episode of season 3, we are kicking things off with a discussion about the rise of AI in art 📟 Afrina asked local art students for their opinion on the use of AI and the team shared their own perception of the ever-changing tool and its place in creativity. Astra shares his review of the film ‘The Man Who Sleeps’ (1974) directed by Be…

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Snoop Draggy-Drag 1:47:34

25d ago1:47:34

1:47:34

Why do we continue to talk to, platform and celebrate individuals that refuse to do better?By Marcus Smoot & Ms. Lyric Bravado

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My Secret Vasectomy 1:48:25

1M ago1:48:25

1:48:25

Discussions this week include whether you would tell your friend if her man got snipped, Smithsonian Museums being white washed and how far we can trust these "files".By Marcus Smoot & Ms. Lyric Bravado

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Deuces Fo' Dollaz 1:52:14

1M ago1:52:14

1:52:14

This week, we're dissecting some interesting videos & simply asking would you do it for $30K? Before you hit 'play' I can only tell you it involves a plate.By Marcus Smoot & Ms. Lyric Bravado

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FortyFiveDownstairs - Emerging Artist Award ft. Felix Oliver 19:58

2M ago19:58

19:58

In this episode, we had a chat with FortyFiveDownstairs all about their annual Emerging Artist Award! 🏆We were fortunate to be joined by Felix Oliver, 2024 Winner, and learnt more about the process and story behind their winning piece 🙌 Listen in to hear details about the selection process and the aims of the award opportunity. @fortyfivedownstairs…

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Melbourne Art Book Fair - UnProjects and Pilot Magazine 46:50

2M ago46:50

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This special episode features a panel discussion with @un_projects (AU) and @pilotmagazined (UK) @ngvmelbourne for Melbourne Art Book Fair! 📚 We spoke about all things publications - finding out what it takes to create a lasting magazine in our increasingly digital age. This conversation took place live at 1–2pm on Sunday the 18th of May 🗓️ Moderat…

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Buttery Fingers 2:00:59

2M ago2:00:59

2:00:59

This is exactly why we don't recommend shaking people's hands... coz EWWW!By Marcus Smoot & Ms. Lyric Bravado

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Oil Spill 1:59:16

2M ago1:59:16

1:59:16

Kicking off Season 3 of the podcast, but year 14 of the show's tenure with a little chatter about these Epstein Files & Diddy Trials. Y'all just refuse to hold men accountable for their BS, don't you?By Marcus Smoot & Ms. Lyric Bravado

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Mailbag Part 4 11:39

3M ago11:39

11:39

In their last episode before book-writing hiatus, Deb and Kenji take your questions, about truly satisfying turkey burgers, no recipe recipes, the correct order of operations for burger, fries, and shake at home, and more. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choicesBy Deb Perelman & J. Kenji López-Alt

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Alta Forma - Meredith Turnbull 17:39

3M ago17:39

17:39

Jen and Zeta are joined by Alta Forma's Director Meredith Turnbull on this episode of Art Smitten. ⛓️ Located on St Kilda Rd, Alta Forma supports artists who work in expanded object and jewellery practices to create experimental and socially engaged projects. ⛓️‍💥 Listen in to hear about the specialties of curating object-based artworks and the vis…

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Mass Memo - Ned Dwyer and Pepa Neralic McPherson 30:40

4M ago30:40

30:40

For our final episode of season 1, we’re keen to chat with two writers who participated in the Mass Memo program in 2024! Mass Memo is an annual opportunity for young arts writers to review fine art, architecture and fashion graduate shows across Melbourne. Hosted by Memo 📝 it’s a wonderful chance for young graduates to be published - Jen and Audre…

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BLINDSIDE DEBUT XXI - Emmy and Celline 33:28

4M ago33:28

33:28

To kick off season 2, we spoke to curator Emmy Robinson-Shaw and artist Celline Mercado, featured in DEBUT XXI. At BLINDSIDE gallery, DEBUT is an annual project committed to fostering new talent by exhibiting works of recent graduates from Melbourne’s major art institutions. 🎨 We will also be airing a new interview segment by our presenter and edit…

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Burgers 39:42

4M ago39:42

39:42

Deb has fifteen recipes for meatballs on Smitten Kitchen, and exactly one for a meat burger. That does not mean Deb lacks for opinions about burgers, oh no no — she goes head to head with Mr. Burger Lab himself, who has published dozens of burger recipes and guides. Kenji and Deb are in agreement about the one burger type that anyone can make at ho…

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Giraffe Smitten 1:45:18

4M ago1:45:18

1:45:18

Earplugs or Exit? You make the call.By Marcus Smoot & Ms. Lyric Bravado

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Mailbag Part 3 15:13

4M ago15:13

15:13

When is it OK to yuck someone’s yum? Garlic and ginger hacks. How to turn your kid into a lifelong cook. Kenji and Deb answer your questions in another mailbag. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choicesBy Deb Perelman & J. Kenji López-Alt

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Look Back At It 1:13:02

4M ago1:13:02

1:13:02

It's amazing to see how much we've grown... kind of... maybe... well...By Marcus Smoot & Ms. Lyric Bravado

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Eggs Benedict 33:54

5M ago33:54

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Eggs Benedict should really be called Eggs Benedict Arnold, because it will betray any shortcomings you have as a home cook. You should give it a go anyway. (Kenji: “You CAN and SHOULD make Eggs Benedict at home.”) Why? It’s a dish that all but the best restaurants get right, and you have all but three and a half minutes to shovel it in your mouth …

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Turn The TV Off 1:10:13

5M ago1:10:13

1:10:13

Dissecting the week with discussions about how to make an impact and managing what you feed your mind.By Marcus Smoot & Ms. Lyric Bravado

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French Toast (with Christopher Kimball) 39:12

5M ago39:12

39:12

Crisp on the outside, custardy on the inside – this week we’re talking French Toast with special guest Christopher Kimball (Milk Street). Chris joins Kenji and Deb to banter about bread for longer than any podcast ever has (not fact checked) – and how each of them perfects this classic breakfast dish. Plus, Kenji dispels a myth about smoke points! …

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It Ain't For The Internet 1:27:32

5M ago1:27:32

1:27:32

Whiskey-leaked again, Pam's purse got snatched, Shannon got sued..... and in case you didn't know-- everything ain't for the internet!By Marcus Smoot & Ms. Lyric Bravado

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WET Collective - BLINDSIDE 31:20

5M ago31:20

31:20

This episode we had a great chat with WET Collective about their exhibition at BLINDSIDE💦 ‘Cruising’ is a gallery activation playing with hospitality, the queer body and the illicit. WET will be providing a food service during the opening as well as two performances over the weekend. We are very thankful to have heard a bit more about this program …

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Before Kenji and Deb, there was Lena 32:30

5M ago32:30

32:30

Deb and Kenji are taking a break this week. Please enjoy this classic episode from our friends at Sidedoor, "America’s Unknown Celebrity Chef". For more information, visit Sidedoor's episode page, and subscribe to Sidedoor on your favorite podcast player. ****************************** When Lena Richard cooked her first chicken on television, she b…

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BBL Smizzies 1:35:22

6M ago1:35:22

1:35:22

Interesting week we've had-- Keke cut Jonathan's interview, Republicans limit voter qualifications and Federal Judge jurisdiction and y'all are harassing some woman on the internet because she spoke badly about her own BBL. Strange times in 2025.By Marcus Smoot & Ms. Lyric Bravado

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Tariff-ickly Tanked 1:41:49

6M ago1:41:49

1:41:49

This week we SALUTE Senator Booker for his 25 hour long speech, while simultaneously witnessing the Trump tariffs tanking the market. And on 'Real Talk', we're discussing WHY we can't be the face of this 'Hands Off' country-wide protest.By Marcus Smoot & Ms. Lyric Bravado

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Hummus 36:19

6M ago36:19

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If the only hummus you’ve ever had came from a cold tub procured at a supermarket, yeah...you haven’t really had hummus. Homemade hummus, served warm, is an experience unto itself, and 1000% a better snack than a dusty protein bar. Deb and Kenji also tell us how they really feel about flavored hummus. Recipes Mentioned: Ethereally Smooth Hummus (Sm…

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The Museum of Falling - Patrick Pound 48:30

6M ago48:30

48:30

For our first episode of 2025, we are very excited to share with you our interview with artist, collector and curator Patrick Pound Patrick’s exhibition ‘The Museum of Falling’ was shown at City Gallery in the Melbourne Town Hall on Swanston St. Listen to hear them speak about the beginnings of this project, their artistic process and how they gain…

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Melbourne Art Print Fair - Kirsty Grant and Trent Walter 40:01

6M ago40:01

40:01

In this episode, we spoke to Kirsty Grant and Trent Walter all about the founding and future of the new Melbourne Art Print Fair. Running from the 7th to the 9th of February, @melbartprintfair Edition.1 was chock-full of amazing prints by local artists, highlighting print in its fine art form. Participating print studios and publishers included Bal…

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Image Economies - Melanie Oliver from MUMA 25:40

6M ago25:40

25:40

This episode we are joined by Melanie Oliver (Senior Curator) to discuss the current exhibition at MUMA - Image Economies📽️ 🤳🏼 Image Economies traces how artists have used digital technologies over recent history, from exploring reproducibility and authenticity to the contemporary applications of AI and machine learning. Through a variety of medium…

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Broccoli Cheddar Soup (and something just as money, with Nigel Poor & Earlonne Woods) 35:39

7M ago35:39

35:39

You’re really only technically eating a vegetable with broccoli cheddar soup — it is insistently not health food, but a giant middle finger to whoever invented the four food groups. It is a “you sure about that?” to the likes of President George HW Bush, who famously and controversially banned broccoli from Air Force One. Plus, we get to the bottom…

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Cats 'n Co-Habitation 1:39:46

6M ago1:39:46

1:39:46

Week 8 of this presidency & we've got vanishing veteran websites, poppers poofing off the shelves, threats to our foreign allies... and the girl that found her father's secret Tinder profile & showed it to her mama... and all of us.By Marcus Smoot & Ms. Lyric Bravado

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Thassa Lie 1:46:28

7M ago1:46:28

1:46:28

This has been the week of Rep. Al Green's censure, more of y'all's president's lies, Umar's alleged secret churren & did you hear (or care) about R. Kelly's new jailhouse jams?By Marcus Smoot & Ms. Lyric Bravado

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Crispy Chicken Cutlets 42:25

7M ago42:25

42:25

Crispy chicken cutlets are endlessly adaptable to taste, so it’s no wonder they are a universal crowd pleaser. From Austrian schnitzel to Japanese katsu to Deb’s mother-in-law’s recipe that leaves out a classic ingredient, there are endless permutations of chicken, flour, egg, breadcrumbs + ??? to satisfy the pickiest eater (and most discerning hom…

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Housewhives of Washington 1:24:05

7M ago1:24:05

1:24:05

Did you hear the one about the man with a country full of lives in his hands that walked into an office asking two wealthy men (one white, one orange) for help and they wouldn't because they didn't like what he had on? Stop us if you've heard this one...By Marcus Smoot & Ms. Lyric Bravado

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BLINDSIDE 20 Years Special - B-Side Radio 38:26

7M ago38:26

38:26

Join local arts and culture radio Art Smitten of SYN Media for an exclusive deep-dive into Blindside's history! Blindside is a long-standing artist-run initiative in the heart of our city, and we're keen to celebrate their 20th anniversary by giving you insight into Blindside’s foundations, and the creative community networks behind the gallery. Pr…

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Brownies (and something just as iconic, with Kelsey McKinney) 38:47

7M ago38:47

38:47

Brownies are a diabolical(ly) good cross between cake and cookie. They taste sinfully rich and decadent, but they’re an angel in the kitchen (one bowl recipe alertl!) and they make your house smell like heaven. Plus, we hear Deb and Kenji’s recommendations for the best snacks for gossiping or watching reality TV. Recipes: Glossy Fudge Brownies Reci…

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The Waiting Room - Camilla Hannan 20:44

7M ago20:44

20:44

Joining us in the studio for this episode of Art Smitten was Camilla Hannan, co-creator ‘The Waiting Room’ that premiered at The Capitol Theatre on November 9th, 2024. Along with Martine Corompt, these two artists united for a special one-off immersive theatrical event in ‘The Waiting Room’, where the audience will share the joy of anticipation, th…

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Bush Walk 1:59:07

7M ago1:59:07

1:59:07

This week we're celebrating Kendrick's message & watching Issa and Shonda stand on business, while this administration pushes hatred by-way-of transgender army bans, social media posts and misinformation. Do you have a plan in place?By Marcus Smoot & Ms. Lyric Bravado

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National Communication Museum - Emily Siddons 26:46

8M ago26:46

26:46

For our last interview of the 2024 season, we were joined by the new National Communication Museum (NCM). We spoke with Dr Emily Siddons, Co-CEO and Artistic Director of NCM, who told us all about their exciting new program and exhibitions. NCM showcases nostalgic communication artefacts, exploring how new and old technologies have changed our live…

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Trocadero Projects - Rochelle Morris 17:12

8M ago17:12

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In this episode we were fortunate to be joined by artist Rochelle Morris to talk about their exhibition at Trocadero Projects! ‘Turning Soil’ is an exploration of the potential of ecological art at a painterly scale. The use of organic materials within the exhibition open up a conversation on our relationship and responsibilities to nature and our …

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Trocadero Projects - Emma Salmon, Hari Sinh and Sirui Yang 41:18

8M ago41:18

41:18

Art Smitten airs on SYN Radio 90.7 FM SYN Media acknowledges and pays respect to the people of the Woi wurrung and Boon wurrung language groups of the eastern Kulin Nations on whose unceded lands the SYN office and studios stand. SYN and the Art Smitten team would like to further acknowledge the Traditional Custodians and their Ancestors of the Lan…

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Eaten Faces 1:40:49

8M ago1:40:49

1:40:49

This week Janelle put Nelly on blast, Jaden wore a house on his head, wypipo are awakening to their faces being eaten by orange-supporting leopards & was anyone else's heart warmed by Beyoncé's award reaction? Aww.By Marcus Smoot & Ms. Lyric Bravado

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Nachos (and something just as good, with our EP Audrey) 45:42

8M ago45:42

45:42

Nachos were invented in a Mexican border town for a group of American ladies who lunch, and now they are considered food for the beer-drinking, football-cheering everyman. They can come piled high with twenty ingredients; a plate of nothing more than chips with melted Velveeta are also considered nachos. Whatever floats your tortilla, Kenji and Deb…

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Bus Projects - Sophia Cai 32:40

8M ago32:40

32:40

This week, we were lucky to chat with Sophia Cai, Director of Bus Projects! Bus Projects is a long-term ARI based in our city, and has recently been showing some amazing artists – including some that we interviewed previously this year. Sophia talks about how Bus operates, her role and the journey that led her to becoming the director. Art Smitten …

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Colonized History Month 1:45:27

8M ago1:45:27

1:45:27

The call is coming from inside of the WHITE House, America.By Marcus Smoot & Ms. Lyric Bravado

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Betweenia Project 夾洲計劃 - Kaiqi Li 31:24

8M ago31:24

31:24

This week we spoke in-depth with Kaiqi from Betweenia Project 夾洲計劃 ! Kai joined us for the end of our live show at Melbourne Art Book Fair earlier in the year, and we’re very interested to hear what Betweenia has been up to since then! Betweenia Project is an art book and zine distributor bringing a collection of zines, publications and DIY content…

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Meatballs (Italian-American) 36:55

8M ago36:55

36:55

If humanity’s gotten you down lately, just keep in mind that our species can’t be that bad… we did invent the meatball after all. This ingenious invention stretches an expensive ingredient by mixing it with pantry staples into a dish that can feed many more people than on its own, while being truly delicious in its own right. Think about it: when m…

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SIGNAL Arts - Zeth and Matisse 20:13

8M ago20:13

20:13

Jen and Lucy had a great chat with lead artists and co-facilitators Zeth Cameron and Matisse Laida all about the programs run at SIGNAL. Tucked away beside the Birrarung river that flows near Flinders Street Station, a centuries old Train Signal Box is the meeting place for many of Melbourne’s young creatives. SIGNAL is a wonderful City of Melbourn…