Episodes
Do you LOVE Art Smack?! SUPPORT US HERE! In this free-flowing episode, Annie & Jerry reflect on the dynamics of work and feminism, discussing the subsequent challenges faced and the effectiveness of second-wave feminism in light of persistent wage disparities and the increased burden of dual-income households. Then we move on to the idea of "prepping" for the apocalypse, the evil computers that live inside Teslas, and the end-of-day vibes NYC has been giving off. A&J also reflects...
Published 04/21/24
SUPPORT ART SMACK In this compelling episode of Art Smack, hosts Jerry Gogosian and Annie Taylor sit down with the renowned art market expert Magnus Resch, whose latest literary offering, "How to Collect Art," has been stirring up the art world with its insightful revelations. Resch, known for his analytical approach to the often opaque and mystifying art market, shares the floor with the hosts to delve into the groundbreaking research that underpins his book. Drawing from a wealth of data,...
Published 04/11/24
Published 04/11/24
In this episode, we're excited to welcome a very special guest: Bianca Bosker, a New York Times Bestselling Author, here to dive into her latest book, "Get the Picture." Join us as Bianca shares her fascinating journey into the art world, a journey she compares to infiltrating the mob. Together, we'll explore the complex relationship we have with art, for better or worse, and engage in a spirited debate on the true essence of taste. Bianca Bosker is the New York Times bestselling author...
Published 04/01/24
In episode 2, Annie and Jerry discuss the Cape Town cleanse, swag looting in First Class, and the drunk dialing on Phenergan. Despite facing health issues during the trip and not being able to fully explore the art scene as planned, Jerry shares anecdotes about her experiences, including some of the incredible galleries and art works she encountered while in Cape Town. Jerry and Annie also address an important issue in the art world regarding the fair treatment and timely payment of...
Published 03/26/24
In this episode of Art Smack, Jerry Gogosian and her new co-host Annie Taylor kick off season two with a lively and somewhat chaotic introduction, setting the tone for an episode filled with personal anecdotes, insights into the art world, and a candid discussion about the intersections of art, business, and ethics. Annie brings a rich background in art history and business from her studies in Louisiana, experiences working at an auction house and Art Basel's satellite fair, and her current...
Published 03/10/24
Art Smack is taking a break! See you guys in a few weeks for Season 2. Awita Conference Follow us on social media: @jerrygogosian / @mattcapasso Become a premium subscriber: www.gogosian.com About the podcast: www.artsmackpodcast.com Send us questions and topic requests at [email protected] --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jerrygogosian/message
Published 06/25/23
On this episode, Jerry and Matt explore the actively underway corporatization & professionalization of the art industry and follow that up with questions related to the apparent artist class structure, and we try to suss out the answer to “Who is the author of an abstract gestural painting if the artist has assistants painting it?” Spoiler alert: We don’t come up with a conclusive answer…Buckle up! We love the way the art world writes itself. Follow us on social...
Published 06/18/23
In this episode, Jerry & Matt discuss Henry Gunderson’s solo presentation at Perrotin Gallery, the Lisa Schiff affair has a juicy update, and finally the Brooklyn Art Museum’s summer blockbuster “Pablo-matic” by Hannah Gadsby and the latest discourse around feminist cringe culture. Buckle up! It’s Spargel season. Follow us on social media: @jerrygogosian / @mattcapasso Become a premium subscriber: www.gogosian.com About the podcast: www.artsmackpodcast.com Send us questions and...
Published 06/11/23
In episode 27, Matt & Jerry travel to America’s Midwest to eat hot dish, learn a new dialect of American English, and explore true “stealth wealth” i.e. hundreds and hundreds of miles of farmland. They also pivot over to a conversation of upcoming Art Basel (Basel) as Jerry prepares to make the annual pilgrimage. And finally, they discuss the recent Sotheby’s acquisition of the Met Breuer building. “For heaven sake’s you’re darn right you’re gonna love it. Oh yeah, you betcha.” Follow...
Published 06/05/23
On this episode, Matt & Jerry lament the perfect ending to the perfect prestige television series “Succession,” (JUMP TO 26:25 TO SKIP SPOILERS), speculate further on the The Lisa Schiff Affair, and break down the new US Supreme Court ruling against Andy Warhol. Appropriation, whhhaaaat? Put your tin foil hats on and brace yourself, this is going to be a good one. Follow us on social media: @jerrygogosian / @mattcapasso Become a premium subscriber: www.gogosian.com About the...
Published 05/29/23
In this episode, Matt & Jerry wrap up Frieze week, the soft auction results, and continue to delve into the nebulas of the Lisa Schiff saga. Thanks to our sponsor NY State public records for making this episode a real “Chardy Party.” Pour yourself a glass of Sancerre while we spill the tea. Buckle up. As always this is going to be a good one. For Jerry’s upcoming report, head over to Gogosian.com Blake Gopnik's Article on the Andy Warhol Supreme Court Decision Follow us on social...
Published 05/21/23
Jerry recaps her time at the world's premiere art fair, TEFAF. She discusses her oyster-filled adventures and what social faux pas Jim from the Office committed during the event. Matt breaks down the auction results at Christie's. Then the pair unpack the unfolding art legal drama - The Lisa Schiff Affair. RSVP to the Ethereal Femmes Ball here Follow us on social media: @jerrygogosian / @mattcapasso Become a premium subscriber: www.gogosian.com About the...
Published 05/14/23
Jerry and Matt are back after their two-week recess and ready to take on the topics that matter most! First, a fruitless lamentation on Alex Israel, the Alec Monopoly of the Blue Chip World. (Ivanka and Jared collect him.) What is TEFAF, and why do free oysters mean so much to the over-served art community? What does the word semiotics mean? How did Jerry feel when her invitation to the Met Gala got lost in the mail? We cover what the best party will be during Frieze NYC 2023…And finally,...
Published 05/07/23
In this episode, Matt sits down with New York-based contemporary artist Ho Jae Kim. Matt and Ho Jae discuss their time collaborating at Christie's, public bathrooms, the culinary arts, and the need to rethink the literary classic Don Quixote. Oh, and some art stuff too. Check out Ho Jae: Instagram Harper's Exhibition Civil Art Matt's Latest Newsletter Follow us on social media: @jerrygogosian / @mattcapasso Become a premium subscriber: www.gogosian.com About the...
Published 04/16/23
In this episode, Jerry and Matt are joined by collector and curator Alex DiPersia to discuss, among many things, his unwavering love of beauty, following his intuition, leaving his career in Hollywood for the Art Game, and curating his first exhibition in Paris with artists Basquiat and A.R. Penck. Check out Alex: DiPersia Fine Art Alex's Latest Exhibition Mentioned: ADZ Gallery Oliver Bak Follow us on social media: @jerrygogosian / @mattcapasso Become a premium...
Published 04/09/23
In this episode, Jerry and Matt are joined by NYC-based artist Hiba Schahbaz. Check out Hiba: Instagram Flag Art Foundation Exhibition Follow us: @jerrygogosian / @mattcapasso Become a premium subscriber: www.gogosian.com Send us questions and topic requests at [email protected] --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jerrygogosian/message
Published 04/02/23
Jerry and Matt give their takes on Art Basel Hong Kong (an art fair they didn’t go to) and discuss Jerry's decision to pursue an MBA…but first, Gwyneth Paltrow takes half an hour outside of her grueling court case to talk Ruth Asawa, art dupes, and how reading is overrated. Follow us on social media: ⁠@jerrygogosian ⁠/ ⁠@mattcapasso⁠ Become a premium subscriber: ⁠www.gogosian.com⁠ About the podcast: ⁠www.artsmackpodcast.com⁠ Send us questions and topic requests at...
Published 03/27/23
In this episode, Jerry and Matt are joined by Chicago-based contemporary artist Caleb Yono. In this conversation, we explore Caleb's prolific work, story, and experiences navigating her career as a gender queer artist: experiences that are often overlooked in the traditional Art World, a place that still seems to uphold outdated values when it comes to the treatment of our trans and gender queer colleagues. This conversation was as inspiring as it was hard to hear at times, but must be...
Published 03/19/23
In this episode, Jerry and Matt discuss episode 1 of MTV's The Exhibition (1:19) and unpack the collapse of Silicon Valley Bank and what it means for the art world (39:52) Watch Jillian Mayer's Video Follow us on social media: @jerrygogosian / @mattcapasso Become a premium subscriber: www.gogosian.com About the podcast: www.artsmackpodcast.com Send us questions and topic requests at [email protected] --- Send in a voice message:...
Published 03/12/23
In this episode, Jerry and Matt are joined by collector, dealer, and patron: Stefan Simchowitz. Check out Stefan: https://www.simcor.la/ Simchowitz.com Instagram Follow us on social media: @jerrygogosian / @mattcapasso Become a premium subscriber: www.gogosian.com About the podcast: www.artsmackpodcast.com Send us questions and topic requests at [email protected] --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jerrygogosian/message
Published 03/05/23
In this episode, Jerry and Matt analyze the upcoming London auction SZN, how auctions affect young emerging artists, and chronicle their Frieze LA adventures. Artists mentioned in the episode: Ireland Wisdom David Howe Jianan Hou Follow us on social media: @jerrygogosian / @mattcapasso Become a premium subscriber: www.gogosian.com About the podcast: www.artsmackpodcast.com Send us questions and topic requests at [email protected] --- Send in a voice message:...
Published 02/26/23
In this episode, Jerry and Matt discuss the upcoming MTV-produced Art reality TV Show (3:42), and unpack Frieze LA 2023 and the evolution of the Los Angeles Art Scene (26:17) Follow us on social media: @jerrygogosian / @mattcapasso Become a premium subscriber: www.gogosian.com Subscribe to Matt's Newsletter: www.matthewcapasso.substack.com/ About the podcast: www.artsmackpodcast.com Send us questions and topic requests at [email protected] --- Send in a voice message:...
Published 02/13/23
In this episode, Jerry and Matt recap some of the recent absurd Op-Eds coming from our favorite news outlets lately (1:44), and discuss the past, present, and future of Art as an investment class (10:40) Subscribe to Matt's Newsletter Follow us on social media: @jerrygogosian / @mattcapasso Become a premium subscriber: www.gogosian.com About the podcast: www.artsmackpodcast.com Send us questions and topic requests at [email protected] --- Send in a voice message:...
Published 02/05/23
IT'S OSCAR SEASON! In this episode, Jerry and Matt discuss congressional Republicans' latest inquiries into Hunter Biden's gallery exhibition (1:36) and cover this year's Academy Award for Best Picture nominees (14:39) Follow us on Instagram and Twitter: @jerrygogosian / @mattcapasso Become a premium subscriber: www.gogosian.com About the podcast: www.artsmackpodcast.com Send us questions and topic requests at [email protected] --- Send in a voice message:...
Published 01/29/23