

ArtCurious Podcast
Jennifer Dasal/ArtCurious
Think art history is boring? Think again. It's weird, funny, mysterious, enthralling, and liberating. Join us as we cover the strangest stories in art. Is the Mona Lisa fake? Did Van Gogh actually kill himself? And why were the Impressionists so great? Subscribe to us here, and follow us at www.artcuriouspodcast.com for further information and fun extras. © 2023 Jennifer Dasal
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Dec 21, 2020 • 33min
Episode #74: Art Auction Audacity-- Klimt's Adele Bloch-Bauer I (Season 8, Episode 6)
In our eighth season, we’re exploring examples of some of the most expensive artworks ever sold at auction considering why they garnered so much money, and discovering their backstories. Today: Gustav Klimt’s Adele Bloch-Bauer I.Please SUBSCRIBE and REVIEW our show on Apple Podcasts!Twitter / Facebook/ InstagramSPONSORS:Kobo: Enjoy a 30-day free trial, and then a low monthly subscription fee of $12.99Bloomberg Connects: Download Bloomberg Connects at the Apple App and Google Play stores to access museums, galleries, and cultural spaces around the world anytime, anywhereAcorn: Use promo code “ARTCURIOUS” to enjoy Acorn free for 30 days, and get a second subscription for 50% off when you buy an Annual Gift Membership during their Black Friday sale Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dec 7, 2020 • 39min
Episode #73: Art Auction Audacity-- Van Gogh's Portrait of Dr. Gachet (Season 8, Episode 5)
In our eighth season, we’re exploring examples of some of the most expensive artworks ever sold at auction considering why they garnered so much money, and discovering their backstories. Today: Vincent van Gogh’s Portrait of Dr. Gachet.Please SUBSCRIBE and REVIEW our show on Apple Podcasts!Twitter / Facebook/ InstagramSPONSORS:The Great Courses Plus: Get free access to their entire library with my special link!Indeed: ArtCurious listeners get a FREE $75 CREDIT to boost job postsKobo: Enjoy a 30-day free trial, and then a low monthly subscription fee of $12.99Bloomberg Connects: Download Bloomberg Connects at the Apple App and Google Play stores to access museums, galleries, and cultural spaces around the world anytime, anywhere Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nov 23, 2020 • 38min
Episode #72: Art Auction Audacity-- Rothko's No. 6 (Violet, Green, and Red) (Season 8, Episode 4)
In our eighth season, we’re exploring examples of some of the most expensive artworks ever sold at auction considering why they garnered so much money, and discovering their backstories. Today: Mark Rothko’s No. 6 (Violet, Green, and Red).Please SUBSCRIBE and REVIEW our show on Apple Podcasts!Twitter / Facebook/ InstagramSPONSORS:The Great Courses Plus: Get free access to their entire library with my special linkKobo: Enjoy a 30-day free trial, and then a low monthly subscription fee of $12.99Acorn: Use promo code “ARTCURIOUS” to enjoy Acorn free for 30 days, and get a second subscription for 50% off when you buy an Annual Gift Membership during their Black Friday sale Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nov 9, 2020 • 30min
Episode #71: Art Auction Audacity-- Cézanne's The Card Players (Season 8, Episode 3)
In our eighth season, we’re exploring examples of some of the most expensive artworks ever sold at auction considering why they garnered so much money, and discovering their backstories. Today: Paul Cézanne’s The Card Players.Please SUBSCRIBE and REVIEW our show on Apple Podcasts!Twitter / Facebook/ InstagramSPONSORS:The Great Courses Plus: Get free access to their entire library with my special link!Indeed: ArtCurious listeners get a FREE $75 CREDIT to boost job posts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 26, 2020 • 36min
Episode #70: Art Auction Audacity--Picasso’s Les Femmes D'Alger (Version "O") (Season 8, Episode 2)
In our eighth season, we’re exploring examples of some of the most expensive artworks ever sold at auction considering why they garnered so much money, and discovering their backstories. Today: Picasso’s Les Femmes D'Alger (Version "O").Please SUBSCRIBE and REVIEW our show on Apple Podcasts!Twitter / Facebook/ InstagramSPONSORS:The Great Courses Plus: Get free access to their entire library with my special link!Acorn TV: Try Acorn TV free for 30 days with promo code artcurious Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 12, 2020 • 31min
Episode #69: Art Auction Audacity: Modigliani’s Nu Couché (Season 8, Episode 1)
In our eighth season, we’re exploring examples of some of the most expensive artworks ever sold at auction considering why they garnered so much money, and discovering their backstories, beginning with Amadeo Modigliani’s Nu Couché. Please SUBSCRIBE and REVIEW our show on Apple Podcasts!Twitter / Facebook/ InstagramSPONSORS:The Great Courses Plus: Get free access to their entire library with my special link!Indeed: ArtCurious listeners get a FREE $75 CREDIT to boost job posts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 5, 2020 • 35min
Listener Favorites--Number 1, Part 2: Was Van Gogh Accidentally Murdered? (Season 1, Episode 2)
You voted, and we listened! For the next couple of months, we’re replaying your top five favorite episodes of ArtCurious. Thanks to the many who voted! Up this week, it’s your top choice, our most popular episode ever— was Vincent van Gogh accidentally murdered?This is the first second of this episode-- go back and listen to the first part if this is your first time tuning in.Please SUBSCRIBE and REVIEW our show on Apple Podcasts!SPONSORSKaboonki: Our amazing production company can help you with videos, advertising, writing, podcasting, and more!ArtCurious, the Book: grab your copy of our first book now, wherever you buy books, audiobooks, or ebooks!Want to advertise/sponsor our show?We have partnered with AdvertiseCast to handle our advertising/sponsorship requests. They’re great to work with and will help you advertise on our show. Please email sales@advertisecast.com or click the link below to get started.https://www.advertisecast.com/ArtCuriousPodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 28, 2020 • 32min
Listener Favorites--Number 1, Part 1: Was Van Gogh Accidentally Murdered? (Season 1, Episode 2)
You voted, and we listened! For the next couple of months, we’re replaying your top five favorite episodes of ArtCurious. Thanks to the many who voted! Up this week, it’s your top choice, our most popular episode ever— was Vincent van Gogh accidentally murdered?This is the first half of this episode-- tune in next week for the second part.Please SUBSCRIBE and REVIEW our show on Apple Podcasts!Want to advertise/sponsor our show?We have partnered with AdvertiseCast to handle our advertising/sponsorship requests. They’re great to work with and will help you advertise on our show. Please email sales@advertisecast.com or click the link below to get started.https://www.advertisecast.com/ArtCuriousPodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 15, 2020 • 15min
Our Book is Out!
It’s finally here! ArtCurious: Stories of the Unexpected, Slightly Odd, and Strangely Wonderful in Art History, from Penguin Books, is now available in a bookstore near you!To order the book: Penguin Random HouseTargetIndieboundAmazonBarnes and NobleSecure your signed copy from my local favorite Quail Ridge Books (note your request for a signed copy in the "special instructions" section at checkout)For the audiobook, narrated by me: AudibleGoogle PlayLibro.fm For the ebook: Penguin Random HouseBarnes and NobleQuail Ridge BooksAmazonApple BooksVIRTUAL EVENT ALERT: join me and my favorite local bookstore, Quail Ridge Books here in Raleigh, North Carolina, on Wednesday, September 23, 2020 - from 7:00pm to 8:00pm, eastern. It’s a FREE event and open to anyone anywhere in the world, but you must register online for the event. And finally, a little request from me. Please snap a picture of yourself with your book, when you receive it--or listening to your audiobook, or reading it on your kindle or ipad--and share it! Please post it on your social media pages and tag me--I’m at artcuriouspod--or email me (jennifer@artcuriouspodcast.com) your picture so that I can share it on my pages, too. Thank you! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 14, 2020 • 51min
Listener Favorites--Number 4: The Semi-Charmed Life of Elisabeth Vigeé Le Brun (Season 1, Episode 3)
You voted, and we listened! For the next couple of months, we’re replaying your top five favorite episodes of ArtCurious. Thanks to the many who voted! Up this week, it’s our fave lady, back from Season 1— it’s Episode #3, all about Elisabeth Vigée Le Brun. ~Heart eyes emojis!~Please SUBSCRIBE and REVIEW our show on Apple Podcasts!SPONSORSKaboonki.com--Our producer of podcasts, videos, and more. Contact them for your own projects!ArtCuriousbook.com-- Our first book is coming out TOMORROW! Pre-order your copy now for the lowest price!Acorn TV: Try Acorn TV free for 30 days using my promo code artcurious Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices