Joe and Matthew discuss the work of Lonnie Holley and recent guests Justin Rabideau and Michi Meko. Trends in art making and distribution are examined within the framework of John Berger’s Ways of Seeing, David Salle’s How To See, and selected criticism: No Paintings for Old Men: I’m Done with Amy Feldman (Art F City) […]
Gilding the Lily with Justin Rabideau | Episode 13
Sustainability – both in the sense of materials and in maintaining an art practice – was a central topic when Justin Rabideau joined Joe and Matthew for Brain Fuzz episode 13. Joe spotted the connection with Gordon Matta-Clark’s work. Matthew recalled a studio visit and the challenges of scale. With Rabideau’s accomplishments in multiple aspects of […]
Lost Episode 12 1/2: Speaking of Authenticity and Geekdom
In Lost Episode 12 1/2, Joe and Matthew explore the nature of authenticity. Geekdom lurks just behind. Encounters with Authenticity Following up on an earlier promise to report, Matthew recounts a Blind Boys of Alabama show and submits a very positive review. A recent visit to Brooklyn’s Rough Trade record shop yields a signed copy of Brian […]
The Ultimate Game of Chess with Michi Meko | Episode 12
Joe and Matthew join Michi Meko at his studio as he prepares for not one, but two exhibitions in the same week. The creative struggle and permanence versus impermanence in art are discussed. Sun Ra however is the catalyst for this gathering. And Sun Ra leads to an examination of Afrofuturism, altered destiny, jazz, and […]
Art Speak Red Flags | Episode 11
Joe and Matthew take a few moments for a full accounting of their art speak red flags list. And, armed with some game show sound effects, they plot a path forward for policing art speak in conversation. In this episode, you will benefit from insights into such art speak terms as liminal, ontological, phenomenology, and […]
A Special Fake News Edition | Episode 10
In a special fake news edition of the Brain Fuzz arts and culture podcast, Joe and Matthew myth bust caffeine in espresso versus drip coffee. Speaking of needing caffeine, Woody Allen’s Crisis in Six Scenes is discussed, and a related film recommendation is made. Joe and Matthew also reflect on a conversation with curator Daniel Fuller, […]
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