The Grand Tourist with Dan Rubinstein

As one of the leading design curators in the world, MoMA’s Paola Antonelli has consistently led the global conversation in her field. On this episode, Dan speaks with Antonelli about her new book with critic Alice Rawsthorn, “Design Emergency,” getting the job that would change the course of her life, and how design can truly build a better future. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Raised in Venice and now living in Stockholm, product designer Luca Nichetto is one of the leading voices of his generation. With the release of his first-ever monograph cataloging 137 works of design, his profile is on the rise. On this episode, Dan speaks with Nichetto about starting his professional life playing basketball, selling sketches as a youth to make ends meet, and what it means to be an Italian designer today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As the owner and CEO of H. Moser, Edouard Meylan is an innovator and a leader in the world of fine watchmaking. On this episode, Dan speaks with the debonair Swiss talent on how his family revived a brand that dates back to the 1820s, how he uses innovative materials to make waves in a notoriously selective industry, and how a special watch he launched challenged the idea of “Swiss made” that used actual Swiss cheese. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

American architect Robert A.M. Stern is a legend, not only for his impressive portfolio, but for his ideas, critiques, and contributions to the craft of architecture itself. On this episode, Dan speaks with Stern about his new memoir, the birth of postmodernism, his unlikely friendship with Zaha Hadid, and much more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this special episode, Dan speaks with three legendary critics of the award-winning New York Magazine: Jerry Saltz for art, Wendy Goodman for design, and Adam Platt for food. The witty trio chat with Dan about the fine art of criticism, how their beloved city has evolved during the pandemic, and their advice on the best New York City has to offer. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

British artist Antony Gormley has created epic sculptures, intimate and hauntingly existential objects, and installations that have challenged how we experience art. On this episode, Dan speaks with the widely exhibited and celebrated talent on the meaning of his work, his storybook journey to success, and his advice for young artists today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dutch designer Hella Jongerius is one the most respected talents in the industry, and her mastery of form and color has influenced the design world in immeasurable ways. On this episode, Dan speaks with the legend about how she got started, her theories on color, and why we should rethink the concept of ownership to become more sustainable. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

American painter David Salle has been a creative force for decades. As a part of the Pictures Generation, his colorful and magnetic canvases are explored as part of a major retrospective at the Brant Foundation. On this episode, Dan speaks with David about how he studied under John Baldessari, why he thinks artists never retire, and why he chose to create his first NFT. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bjarke Ingels, a visionary Danish architect and founder of Bjarke Ingels Group, shares insights on his creative journey and the impact of design. He reveals how his 'archicomic' transformed architectural discourse and discusses the tension between vision and compromise in projects like the Harbor Bath in Copenhagen. Ingels also delves into the fusion of architecture and watchmaking with Audemars Piguet, emphasizing design's role in nature. He advocates for a strategic approach to climate change through the concept of Master Planet, calling for collective action.

As the founder of Nilufar Gallery, Nina Yashar is a leading voice in collectible design. Through her many programs, exhibitions, and curated spaces, she has the ability to elevate forgotten names from history and make the careers of contemporary talents. On this episode, Dan chats with Nina about her youth as a radical feminist, how she became lifelong friends with Miuccia Prada, and the most beautiful homes she’s ever seen. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.