EXPLORING ART
Episodes
Episode 981 | Man Makes Art, Art Makes Man
05 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
n our episode, Group 981 talks about the artpiece by Ben Vautier, "Regardez-moi, celasuffit, je suis art." ["Look at me. That's all...
Episode 973 | The Canon of Conceptual Art
05 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode 973, "The Canon of Conceptual Art" we explore the life and works of an influential figure in the world of contemporary art. ...
Episode 997 | The Conceptual Art of Sol LeWitt: Ownership and Reproduction
05 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we delve into the pioneering work of conceptual artist Sol LeWitt, exploring his theories concerning ownership and art reproduction. ...
Episode 993 | The Art of Silence
05 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join us as we dive into John Cage’s 4’33”.Inthis episode, we will be asking...Would a musical performance be consideredart if there was no music...
Episode 985 | Humans are Artists, But Can They Also Be the Art?
05 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, join Max, Gabi, and Maria as they analyze Ben Vautier’s performance art piece titled, "Regardez-moi, cela suffit, je suis art”...
Episode 977 | Unframed
05 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This episode, Joshua, Gillian, and Sarah discuss the effects on the expansion of minimalism in art and culture.In addition, we explore how the world o...
Episode 982 | Vautier’s Performance Art Legacy: Why Every Artist Should Continue to Question their Culture and Shock the World.
05 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today’s podcast is titled, “Vautier’sPerformance Art Legacy: Why EveryArtist Should Continue to Question theirCulture and Shock the World”. Th...
Episode 972 | Canvas of the Mind: Exploring Art and Emotional Well-Being
11 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dive into the transformative power of art with "Canvas of the Mind," apodcast where we explore how music, poetry, drama, and more can heal, inspire, a...
Episode 919 | Brick by Brick: Breaking Down Carl Andre’s Art Piece.
11 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we explore Carl Andre’s Equivalent VIII, known as the "Pile of Bricks," by examining its origins, artistic context, and the controv...
Episode 942 | Are Martian Masks Art? Exploring Beauty, Culture, and Symbolism
30 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join Sandra and Jake as they explore the fascinating Martian Marsks. These mysterious objects, resembling African masks, challenge our understanding o...
Episode 967 | Beyond the Canvas: Curating Cézanne’s Mont Sainte-Victoire Series
30 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, join Zayd Ahmad, Milla Nicolas-Nader, and Mario Mencos as they dive into the captivating world of Cézanne’s Mont Sainte-Victoire s...
Episode 960 | Aesthetic Healing Through Beardsley’s Lens
30 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Dea and William dive deep intothe transformative power of art through the lens ofMonroe Beardsley's aesthetic philosophy on theExplor...
Episode 968 | The Case of Paul Cezanne's Many Mountains... Or Mountain?
30 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we have a lively conversation about Paul Cezanne's famous paintings of the same mountain. We exchange thoughts on the importance ...
Episode 956 | The Timeless Influence of the Picturesque
26 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
n this episode, we dive into the concept of the picturesque, a term rooted in 18thand 19th-century art and literature that continues to shape how we p...
Episode 959 | Landscape Paintings. Beautiful by nature or by artists' talents?
26 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we are going to be going over a claim by Nathaniel Parker Willis on how paintings of beautiful landscapes are inherently beautiful aut...
Episode 952 | Brushstrokes and Brainwaves: The Art of Mental Health
26 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Get ready to blend creativity with psychology in this vibrant episode ofExploring Art! Join Priscilla and Marios as they dive into Monroe Beardsley’...
Episode 962| Van Gogh's Worst Hit
26 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Camilla and Gavin talked about themeaning of the artwork and why it is theugliest Van Gogh piece of art. We alsotalked about Chapter 2 and analyzed th...
Episode 947 | Van Gogh’s Ugliest Painting
25 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is hosted by Kavon and Octavio andwill discuss Vincent van Gogh’s The Night Café,which is a striking and unconventional depiction of a...
Episode 957 | A Picture-Perfect Landscape: Unpacking the Picturesque
23 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this captivating episode, join Luca, Noah andAlexis as we explore how the idea of"picturesque beauty" transformed the way peopleappreciate nature. ...
Episode 945 | Art History Uncovered; Out-of-this-world Art!
21 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join us for a captivating blend of history and culture, as we discuss recently discovered Martian Masks. Or "Marsks" and African Cultural masks concer...
Episode 958 | Unpacking Lake George and Finding What lies Beneath the Surface of its Lake.
21 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode of Exploring Art, we uncover the depths of Lake George and go swim deeper than anyone has ever gone. Here we will consider the gr...
Episode 964 | Café Ugly
21 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join us in our podcast, Café Ugly, where we explore the rich yet simplistic details of Van Gogh's work. We will focus on The Night Café, which Van G...
Episode 946 | REVEALING MYSTERIES OF FEELINGS
21 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This is a episode 946 of RevealingMysteries of feeling where we look intoVincent van Gogh night café painting aswe seek to understand his emotionalfe...
Episode 932 | The Picturesque and the Inherent Beauty in Nature
20 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Exploring Art, host Anaya and panelist Daria and Kevin discuss all things surrounding the picturesque. Listen as these 3 discuss Na...
Episode 923 | Martian Mysteries: The Art of Interpretation
20 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Martian Mysteries" takes you on an interstellar journey to explore the boundaries of art, meaning, and culture. What happens when we encounter alien a...
Episode 930 | Worlds Ugliest Art.
20 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Joseph and I speak about Van Goghs evolution and inspirations in his art, focusing on one art piece named “The night cafe”.
Episode 929 | Diving into One of Van Gogh's Ugliest Paintings
20 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A deep dive into what Van Gogh considered to be one of his ugliest works, The Night Cafe (1888). Did he actually believe his work was unappealing or...
Episode 938 | Therapy Session Using The Power of Art
20 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we delve into the fascinating intersection of art and psychology through the lens of Monroe Beardsley’s theories on aesthetics. How...
Episode 934 | Picturesque or not?
20 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We are discussing that the beauty of picturesque landscapes is a combination of intrinsic qualities and the observers perception and creativity.
Episode 936 | Title Pending
20 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The podcasters discuss how a counselor’s decision to prescribe art therapy to her client dealing with emotional struggles will help her, using Beard...
Episode 928 | Defining the Beauty in what is deemed the Ugliest.
20 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Can you recall a time where you have created something or worked hard on a project, but decided it was the ugliest thing you have ever made? Has that ...
Episode 927 | Van Gogh’s Ugliest Masterpiece Discussing the Night Cafe
20 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The podcast episode explores the fascinating layers of Vincent van Gogh’spainting The Night Café. It begins with a discussion of Van Gogh’sunconv...
Episode 933 | The Scenic Canvas
20 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The episode talks about the meaning behind the term “picturesque”, comparing differentperspectives of what is means and its significance in art. A...
Episodes 939 | Art as Therapy: Healing Through Aesthetic Experience
20 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dive in and learn about how art affects and intersects with psychology and can influenceyour mental health. Immerse yourself in the trials and tribula...
Episode 922 | Revealing what’s underneath the “Marsks”.
20 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast, we discuss the newfound discovery on Mars known as “Marsks,” which are comparable to the African Masks scene in art history. Thro...
Episode 921 | Beyond Earth: Talking About What Constitutes Art
20 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Exploring the unknown of Martian marsks, this episode delves into their imagineddesigns, cultural significance, and the intersection of alien aestheti...
Episode 937 | Psycho, No. Therapy, Yes
20 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The episode discusses Art as Psychotherapy and ways inwhich it can benefit emotions and stress. We focus on a specific student struggling with emotion...
Episode 925 | Art from Another World: Unmasking the Mysteries of Martian Culture
20 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this captivating episode of the Exploring Art Podcast, host Aditya and guest Vanessa embark on a thought-provoking journey into the cosmos, where a...
Episode 935 | The Old Man and the Sea of Misguidance
20 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This is a unique and interesting podcast that is split up into three different parts. The first part is the explanation part with each participant giv...
Episode 926 | The “Ugly” Reality of The Night Café.
19 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today we will be conversing on behalf of the painting “The Night Cafe," created by Vincent Van Gogh. Van Gogh described The Night Cafe as "one of t...
Episode 924 | The Meticulous Martian Marsks
19 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This podcast episode is a discussion about mysterious martian masks found during an expedition. We compare and contrast these masks with the African M...
Episode 948 |Van Gogh's Artistic Perspective
19 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Jayleen, Wal’Tavis, and Sebastian talk aboutthe painting The Night Cafe by Van Gogh.Together they observe and talk about thepainting, and the ways i...
Episode 944 | The Mystery of the Martian Marsks
19 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Exploring Art Podcast, we dive into an intriguing thought experiment: What is art, and how can we understand it across cultures—e...
Episode 951 | Art as Psychotherapy
19 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Exploring art,Daniel (Dany), Rossmery (Rosy)and Cade talk about art inpsychotherapy. We discussMonroe Beardsleys theories,analyze a...
Episode 970 | Behind the Canvas: Curating a Cézanne Exhibition
19 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This podcast “Behind the Canvas: Curating a CézanExhibition” truly goes in depth on explaining and porwhat the “Mont Sainte-Victoire” means t...
Episode 961 | Ugly Art in the Eyes of the Audience
19 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of Ugly Art in the Eyes of the Audience, Alexa and Tim will talk about whether Van Gogh's The Night Cafe really is ugly! This episode ...
Episode 949 | The Beauty of Ugliness: Exploring Van Gogh’s The Night Café
19 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join us on this captivating episode ofExploring Art Podcast as FIU students.Today's episode is on “The Beauty ofUgliness: Exploring Van Gogh’s The...
Episode 969 | Cezanne's Ups and Downs through Art
19 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Exploring Art Podcast, we dive into the life of Paul Cézanne, the "father of modern art," and his iconic Mont Sainte-Victoire ...
Episode 958 | Unpacking Lake George and Finding What lies Beneath the Surface of its Lake.
19 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode of Exploring Art, we uncover the depths of Lake George and go swim deeper than anyone has ever gone. Here we will consider the gr...
Episode 895 | From A Placard Through Your Looking Glass: Performance Art and Self-Expression
30 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join Carlos, Samantha, and Gina as they dive into the vibrant world of performance art through the unique lens of renowned artist Ben Vautier. In this...
Episode 902 | Wiping the Slate: Erasure vs. Expression
27 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode, Jeffrey, Sebastian, and Ariana tackle the multifaceted implications of Rauschenberg's "Erased de Kooning Drawing"...
Episode 903 | Erased but Not Forgotten: The Rauschenberg De Kooning Case
26 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this thought-provoking episode of Exploring Art Podcast, host Emily and panelists Bianca and Anthony delve into the complexities of collaboration a...
Episode 893 | Am I a man or art?
26 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Our group, episode 893, talked about “Look at me. That’s all it takes. I’m art.” the art piece by Ben Vautier, and its impact on art and how ...
Episode 908 | Exploring Art Podcast: The Different Meanings of Nature
25 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, host Matthew engages in a panel discussion with Sophia and Glenn about the unique meanings behind snakes, spiders, and trees. During ...
Episode 915 | Silence: Is it Music or Art?
25 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
An engaging podcast about the true meaning of silence. Can we truly experience absolute silence? Does silence produce other sounds, or does it have so...
Episode 910 | Paint How Music Makes You Feel
25 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Our episode 910 "Paint How Music Makes YouFeel" is about a very famous and very importantartist Wassily Kandinsky. During this episode wetal...
Episode 906 | How Natural Elements Can Evoke Emotions
25 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This episode dives into how different symbols like snakes, spiders, trees, and other symbols evoke various meanings and how they convey themes like tr...
Episode 916 | The boundary breaking artwork of Christo and Jeanne Claude
25 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast, we discussed the boundary-breaking work of these artists. We spoke of him and all the hardships faced whenever he wanted to install...
Episode 894 | The Art of Being: Blurring Boundaries with Ben Vautier
25 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join Genesis, Jordan, and Luis as they dive into the provocative world of performance art through the lens of Ben Vautier's 1964 street performanc...
Episode 914 | Poetic Currents: Wordsmith's Workshop
25 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today we will be discussing the key points of the evolution of modern poetry from the Imagist movement from the start of found poetry, including Willi...
Episode 909 | Lets talk! Can Music or Poetry truly act as an equivalent to abstract art?
24 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast episode we'll be discussing the works of a famous abstractionist, Wassily Kandinsky, and the claim of two artists! One artist is a...
Episode 899 | Chained Meanings: The Complex Symbolism of Public Art
24 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to another thought-provokingepisode of Exploring Art Podcast, wherecreativity meets curiosity! I’m your host,Leah, and today, we’re diving...
Episode 904 | Erasure, Creation and destruction: The Art of Transformation
24 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 904 of the “Exploring Art Podcast” we will delve into Robert Rauschenberg's groundbreaking work, Erased de Kooning Drawing, and its...
Episode 900 | A Closer Look at the Captive Cat
24 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Chained Cat is a deep dive into the enigmatic history and symbolism of the iconic statue at Columbia University. Join us as we explore its origin...
Episode 897 | The Mystery Behind the Bricks
24 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of Exploring Art Podcast “The Mystery Behind the Bricks.” Felipe, Serina, and Taylor discuss the minimalist sculpture “Pile of B...
Episode 907 | Art and Nature: Unpacking Symbolism and Artistic Intention
24 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we Abdel, Stephany and Genesisare going to be talking about how art is present inour life and how there is symbolism and meaningin ev...
Episode 911 | "Colors in Sound: Translating Kandinsky’s Vision"
24 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Exploring Art Podcast, Verónica Dueñasand David Canales take a closer look at WassilyKandinsky’s work and examine whether a com...
Episode 905 | Slimy Reptiles and Abundant Nature In Art:What Does It Mean?
24 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of our podcast, we discusssymbolism in art and how artists have the power toevoke emotion into almost anything. Equipped withstrategie...
Episode 912 | The Art of Connection
24 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Exploring Art Podcast, host Jasmine is joined by Burton and Hailey to explore the world of Wassily Kandinsky, a pioneer of abst...
Episode 802 | The Chained Cat or the Unchained?
26 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Tai Caguiat, Valentina Millan, andHayron Vazquez will talk about the Case of theCaptive Cat. We argue its artistic intention and howit...
Episode 890 | Poets on Paper
26 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ever thought about including blank spaces in an essay to hit that page count? Ever thought about how no response could be a response? Join us as we di...
Episode 862 | Tears and Theaters
23 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we dive deep into the emotional responses a person may have while watching films. We delve into the many perspectives to be considere...
Episode 768 | “Brickology”
22 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Brenda and Akeilo will be talking about theuniqueness of art while comparing it to CarlAndre. His uniqueness of so-called “art” is upfor debate. P...
Episode 791 | Exploring the Depths of Art
20 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Do you love Art? Butnot just art! Its history,its upbringings, theperson behind the art.Well do we have thePodcast for you!Join us, Valeria andDestine...
Episode 822 | The Beauty in Male Bird Plumage
18 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, explore how male birds use theirvibrant plumages during courtship displays toattract mates. Learn about the role of sexualselection i...
Episode 868 | Battle of emotions in films
18 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the exploring art podcast series Join Sharon, David, and Totiana as they dive into the emotional vs intellectual experience of view...
Episode 794 | The Plum in The Icebox
18 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we touch on the topic of Williams Carlos Williams, the ideas and people of Modernism, Imagism, as well as Dadaism in which they all c...
Episode 849 | Psychological and Mental Effects of Art
16 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A discussion that analyzes how art transformed into a method of healing and personal growth. In the podcast the main focus goes to who Monroe Beardsle...
Episode 820 | Beauty in Birds
16 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we will be discussing a new topic, plumage of birds. We talk about birds and the concept of beauty.
Episode 863 | Emotions Through the Art of Pictures and Film
16 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join us as we delve into the dazzling world of "Living in Gold," a captivating episode created by freshman students from Florida Internation...
Episode 788 | Silence Speaks
16 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The episode is a deep dive into John Cage andhis effect on the world of music as a whole. Wediscuss John Cage and who he was, where hewas from and his...
Episode 783 | The masters of contemporary art?
16 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the exploring art podcast we go in depth on contemporary art, Christo and his masterful crafts, and Michealangelo.
Episode 871 | Cinematic Equilibrium
15 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join us as we explore the intricate balance betweendepth and emotional resonance in the world of cinethought-provoking narratives that challenge our m...
Episode 772 | Is It Considered Art?
15 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Is It Considered Art? Come and answer this question with us as we explore what makes something art depending on their creator with your host, Aadarsha...
Episode 781 | The Power of Silence
15 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Delve into the life and revolutionary work of John Cage, focusing on his groundbreaking composition "4'33"". Discover how Cage chal...
Episode 766 | Unpacking Carl Andre's Art: Brick by Brick.
13 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we delve into the controversial art instillation "Pile of Bricks: by Carl Andre. As we explore the intent, origins, and artistic...
Episode 795 |
13 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 811 | Reimagining the Boundaries of Art
13 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join us on the Exploring Art Podcast, a Florida International University student podcast for the creatively curious! In this episode, host Jefferey is...
Episode 870 | Did You Leave the Theater Cold or With Chills
12 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of Exploring Art Alejandro, Josira and Alexander delve into a discussion about how films play with our emotions and its importance in ...
Episode 888 | reading a garden
12 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we talk about the cultural and historical context about gardens and how to define them. We will answer question such as "is readi...
Episode 879 | Tale of Olden Times
12 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Exploring Art Podcast, host Lauren, along with guests Janelle and Abraham, engage into a interesting discussion on the portraya...
Episode 815 | A walk through time: The explosive blank sheet of the renowned Stephane Mellarme
12 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Hey guys! In this episode of “The Group of815,” we’re diving into the mysterious andfascinating concept of "Mallarmé’s BlankSheet."...
Episode 797 | Art Within African Tradition and Culture
12 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we will be discussing William Carlos Williams, and the movements that influenced his writings and vice versa. We will as well be talk...
Episode 814 | The Empty Artwork.
12 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast we will dive into theminimalist art style and talk about howMallarmes blank sheet has challengedtraditional art.
Episode 806 | Roaring Pride
12 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 806, Lauren, Ronny, and Raggio explore topics such as “What defines objects as a work of art?” They also unravel the effects of outside...
Episode 778 | The Life of an Avant Artists
12 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Adrian , Anelys , andAthira dive deep into the world ofJohn Cage the Avant Artist and the life hehas created. They discuss his ups anddowns throughout...
Episode 834 | The Ugliness Behind The Truth
11 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever felt like nobody understands you and you feel like an outsider? Well, Vincent Van Gogh was no stranger to this feeling. Van Gogh used hi...
Episode 838 | Beauty in the Eye
11 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join us on a thought-provoking journey through the complex interplay of ugliness and art. In this podcast, we delve deep into the fascinating realm wh...
Episode 842 | Aestherapy the Relationship Between the Aesthetics and Therapy
11 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Examine the influence of Monroe Beardsley's work oncontemporary aesthetics and art therapy practices andhow Beardsley's ideas shaped the way s...
Episode 819 | Feathers of Attraction: Unraveling the Aesthetic Sensibilities of Birds and Humans
11 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, our team will talk about how beautycan be seen in different species. We are going to goin depth of how birds can see beauty and if th...