Best Artistinterviews Podcasts (2025)

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Artist Roundtable The Difference Between Making Art and Being an Artist 56:26

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It’s one thing to have an interest in creating art or putting something on canvas. It’s another to see yourself as an artist and have an artistic practice. What’s a difference-maker between those who do and those who don’t? Creative confidence, and to talk about it, I’m joined by Growth Studio members Alyssa Marquez, Merrie Koehlert, and Andrew Rea…

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Artists! You Can Restart Your Art Journey Anytime | ATH Podcast | S5E21 49:45

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In this episode, Kim Hamburg talks with Charuka about how she found her way into making collages later in life. She shares how her kitchen became her studio, how she learned to let go of guilt, and how starting fresh in her fifties opened up a whole new chapter. Kim talks about learning technology, stepping into social media, raising kids, and givi…

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I will not shrink anymore this year ❤ | ATH Podcast | S5E20 15:10

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In this solo Thanksgiving episode, Charuka talks about gratitude, the lessons this year brought, and her wish to stop shrinking when life asks for more courage. She opens up about loss, change, and the people who helped her through it. A gentle and real conversation to close out the year.By Charuka Arora

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How to Become an Art Curator (What No One Tells You) S5E19 19:58

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On this week's Arts to Hearts Podcast, young curator Natasha opens up about her journey in the ever-changing world of contemporary art curation. She talks about how the role of curators has evolved from traditional methods to more collaborative partnerships with artists. Natasha compares the art scenes in America and Paris and highlights how online…

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When Your Studio Becomes a Storage Unit 30:54

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What to do when decades of work are stacked against your walls and you can't remember the last time you made a decision about any of it. You know that feeling when you walk into your studio and see paintings leaning against every wall, flat files overflowing, canvases stacked so deep you've forgotten what's in the back? And underneath it all, that …

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Why does being real feel so risky in art | ATH Podcast | S5E18 51:22

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This episode follows Katie Rodgers as she talks about what it means to take risks by being real in her work. After years in fashion, she chose to step away and start again in New Mexico. Katie shares how change tested her, what she learned about letting go, and why staying true to what feels right is worth the risk.…

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Six Tools to Stop Treating Your Studio Like a Courtroom 17:06

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What to do when you catch yourself in “courtroom mode” You named it. You know you're doing it. You can hear yourself cross-examining every brushstroke, cataloging evidence that you're not good enough, delivering a guilty verdict before the paint dries. But what do you do when you catch yourself mid-spiral? This one's the follow-up to Your Studio Is…

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Residencies for Artists: Hype, Hope, or Help? S5E17 29:43

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In this episode, Charuka sits down with Beulah Van Rensburg, co-founder of a quiet and inspiring artist residency in the French countryside. They talk about carving out time to create while juggling life's responsibilities, why artists often feel guilty stepping away, and how being around other creatives can rebuild confidence. Beulah shares her jo…

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Why You Can't Finish a Painting (And What to Do About It) 26:32

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You look around your studio and see them everywhere — canvases turned to the wall, paintings shoved under the bed, works-in-progress stacked in corners. Each one started with complete conviction that this time would be different. But somewhere around the messy middle, you bailed. Again. And now you're wondering: What's wrong with me? Nothing. You'r…

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Artists, Collectors, and the Myths That Divide Them | S5E16 43:33

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In this episode of Arts to Hearts, Charuka talks with Delia LaJeunesse about helping people find art that suits their space and values, how social media affects artists, and why collecting can be more meaningful and approachable than most people think.By Charuka Arora

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You Took Time Off. Now What? 23:11

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What really happens when you return to your art — and how to make work again without getting stuck in what could have been. You took time off from your art. Maybe it was a few months. Maybe it was twenty years. You built a life, raised kids, held it together, paid the bills — and now you’re trying to come back. But instead of feeling proud of every…

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Why Artists Must Keep Speaking — Even When It's Hard | ATH Podcast S5E15 52:17

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In this episode of the Arts to Hearts Project, host Charuka speaks with artist and community builder Diana Weymar about how her Tiny Pricks Project turned simple stitching into a global act of expression. They talk about making art in uncertain times, how creativity and activism can meet, and why slowing down to make something by hand still matters…

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I See You Scrolling Instagram Instead of Painting (Nine Patterns That Keep You Stuck) 30:30

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Ever spend half your studio time staring at a painting, mentally ripping it apart, but never actually picking up the brush? Or maybe you're scrolling Instagram right now instead of being in your studio. (I see you.) You're not broken. You're just stuck in a pattern. And once you can name it, it loses its power. In this episode, I'm walking through …

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Artists, Not Influencers: Marketing That Feels Like Art 39:18

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In this episode of the Arts To Hearts Project, Charuka sits down with painter and educator Amirah Rahim for a warm, open conversation about what it's really like to be an artist today. They talk about how marketing has changed, why it doesn't have to feel forced, and how artists can share their stories in a way that feels natural. Amirah talks abou…

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How to Create When Life Feels Heavy | Emily Jeffords x ATH Podcast 1:01:58

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In this episode of the Arts to Hearts Project, Charuka talks with Emily Jeffords about the real side of being an artist today. From losing momentum after personal loss to balancing family life and business, they share how art becomes a steady anchor through change. Emily opens up about creating safe spaces in the studio, simplifying the business si…

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A Collector's Advice for Artists — Sonia Borrell 52:36

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What does it take to go from dreaming about art to living fully in it? In this episode, Sonia Borrell shares how she started collecting, why she champions women artists, and how she turned her passion into curating museum shows. From her first purchase to lending works to major institutions, Sonia opens up about following instinct, building real co…

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Safety, Self-Trust, and the Secret to Creating Without Fear 31:38

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What does it really mean to have your own back as an artist? In this episode, I share why safety isn’t just about gloves and turpentine — it’s about building trust with yourself in the studio. When you know you won’t tear yourself down for “failing,” you’re free to take risks, explore messy ideas, and grow in ways you never thought possible. This c…

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Artists: Here's How you Find Stability and Growth as an Art Professional-S5E11 1:13:54

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In this episode of the Arts to Hearts Podcast, Charuka Arora talks with Shaleen Wadhwana about building stability and growth as an art professional. From curating shows to navigating sustainability in the arts, Shaleen shares insights for artists seeking direction in today's creative landscape.By Charuka Arora

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Artists: It's Never Too Late To Start Again- S5E10 49:45

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Former teacher turned artist, Kim Hamburg, joins Charuka on the Arts to Hearts Project Podcast to share how she began making art in her 50s, tackled imposter syndrome, balanced motherhood, and slowly found her way into the online art world.By Charuka Arora

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Artists: Your Next Step Doesn't Have to Be Big - S5E09 46:33

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In this episode of the Arts to Hearts Project, Charuka talks with illustrator Sarah Walsh about building a creative career that balances client work, side projects, and long-term goals. Sarah shares how she went from working in greeting cards to freelancing full-time, why she keeps her shop small on purpose, and how making zines opened the door to …

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Your Studio Isn’t a Courtroom—Make Yours the Safest Place to Create 37:46

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Ever notice how one “wrong” brushstroke can send you into a spiral? You’re standing in your studio, brush in hand, and suddenly the inner courtroom opens up. The judge, jury, and executioner? All you. This episode is about what I call self-aggression. Those tiny but brutal ways we attack ourselves for daring to experiment, for not being perfect, fo…

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Artists: Why You'll Never "Do Enough" (And That's Okay) | S5E8 30:19

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Polish artist Monika Marcheska joins Charuka to share her journey from animation to painting, exploring themes of memory, the sea, and the faces of women. In this candid conversation, she talks about balancing creative work with life's demands, the value of patience, and why staying true to your vision matters most.…

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Why is it so Hard to Sell Your Art? | S5E7 | ATH Podcast 43:52

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In this episode, Charuka sits down with Australian painter and Boom Gallery co-director, Ren Inei, to talk about his journey from making art to creating a gallery space with his wife Kate. Together, they explore what it really takes to run a gallery, the balance between creative work and business, and the small opportunities that can shape an artis…

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Expansion: Where ‘This Is Fine’ Turns Into ‘What Did I Just Do? 25:57

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Welcome to the finale of our CREATE spiral series! Today we're diving into expansion - when you're ready to be seen in a bigger way but the thought of taking risks makes your heart race. I share my three circles framework for understanding your capacity for risk: comfort zone, stretch zone, and terror zone. Plus the crucial piece most artists miss …

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Can Objects Carry the Stories We Forget? S5E6 49:21

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In this conversation, writer and historian Aanchal Malhotra joins Charuka on the Arts to Hearts Project podcast to talk about the stories hidden in everyday objects. From her own family's silence around Partition to her work archiving heirlooms in the Museum of Material Memory, Aanchal shares how objects become carriers of memory, intimacy, and his…

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Artist Roundtable The Difference Between Making Art and Being an Artist 56:26

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Artists! You Can Restart Your Art Journey Anytime | ATH Podcast | S5E21 49:45

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I will not shrink anymore this year ❤ | ATH Podcast | S5E20 15:10

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How to Become an Art Curator (What No One Tells You) S5E19 19:58

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When Your Studio Becomes a Storage Unit 30:54

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Why does being real feel so risky in art | ATH Podcast | S5E18 51:22

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Six Tools to Stop Treating Your Studio Like a Courtroom 17:06

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Residencies for Artists: Hype, Hope, or Help? S5E17 29:43

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Why You Can't Finish a Painting (And What to Do About It) 26:32

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Artists, Collectors, and the Myths That Divide Them | S5E16 43:33

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You Took Time Off. Now What? 23:11

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Why Artists Must Keep Speaking — Even When It's Hard | ATH Podcast S5E15 52:17

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I See You Scrolling Instagram Instead of Painting (Nine Patterns That Keep You Stuck) 30:30

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Artists, Not Influencers: Marketing That Feels Like Art 39:18

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How to Create When Life Feels Heavy | Emily Jeffords x ATH Podcast 1:01:58

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A Collector's Advice for Artists — Sonia Borrell 52:36

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Safety, Self-Trust, and the Secret to Creating Without Fear 31:38

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Artists: Here's How you Find Stability and Growth as an Art Professional-S5E11 1:13:54

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Artists: It's Never Too Late To Start Again- S5E10 49:45

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Artists: Your Next Step Doesn't Have to Be Big - S5E09 46:33

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Your Studio Isn’t a Courtroom—Make Yours the Safest Place to Create 37:46

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Artists: Why You'll Never "Do Enough" (And That's Okay) | S5E8 30:19

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Why is it so Hard to Sell Your Art? | S5E7 | ATH Podcast 43:52

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Expansion: Where ‘This Is Fine’ Turns Into ‘What Did I Just Do? 25:57

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Can Objects Carry the Stories We Forget? S5E6 49:21