

Behind the Scenes Minis: Society for Disastrous Accidents
4 snips Dec 20, 2024
Discover the fascinating yet complex world of Joaquín Torres-García, a pivotal Latin American artist, and the artistic societies he created. The discussion dives into the often overlooked contributions of non-European artists in history. Additionally, gain insight into the SL-1 nuclear reactor incident, the first major nuclear failure in the U.S., showcasing a disturbing lack of safety planning. The contrast between military safety measures post-accident sheds light on decision-making and its impact on both technology and indigenous communities.
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Torres-Garcia's Many Societies
- Joaquín Torres-García frequently established art societies and organizations.
- Holly Frey humorously imagines him constantly proposing new groups.
Rediscovering Torres-Garcia
- Holly Frey forgot she had already planned to cover Torres-Garcia.
- She rediscovered him while searching for Latin American artists and remembered seeing his work in Barcelona.
Max Ernst's Recurring Presence
- While researching Torres-Garcia, Holly Frey kept encountering references to Max Ernst.
- This reminded her of her existing plan to cover Ernst, further solidifying her intention.