Framed

Wolfgang Beltracchi: The Greatest Art Forger of Our Time? He fooled the experts. He conned the galleries. He made millions painting in the styles of long-dead masters — and got away with it for decades. This week on  Framed , we dive into the chaotic and captivating world of Wolfgang Beltracchi, one of the most successful (and stylish) art forgers in history. From falsified provenance to perf...

This week, things get  extra  fabulous on Framed. Joel and Steph debrief the Met Gala. We’re talking feathers, fashion, and a potential possession of a horny hat. Steph also has an existential crisis over steam punk. Come for the fashion, stay for the chaos — and yes, we describe the outfits like we’re on the red carpet with our eyes closed. Come follow us on all the apps @framedthepod @...

This week, Joel takes the wheel and invites you to jump on board a spooky ride through history’s most cursed artifacts. From ancient mummies and the legend of the Hope Diamond to the fiery fate of Pompeii — and yes, the theory that a mummy might’ve sunk the Titanic (??) — we’re diving headfirst into the eerie, the infamous, and the maybe-too-haunted-to-own. Would you keep a cursed object in your h...

This week on  Framed , we gather around the break room water cooler and accidentally turn our pop culture intro into a full-blown episode. Welcome to the  Steph and Joel Variety Hour  — where we chat (on the clock, of course) about everything from the upcoming conclave to Katy Perry heading to space and Jodi Siva’s unexpected turn in the  Big Brother  house. Unfiltered, un...

The photocopier is broken and we can't get onto IT at Framed HQ so we are on hold till next week. So you don't miss us too much we are bringing an old ep from season 1 out of the filing cabinets. This is one of our most downloaded episodes - so if you missed the meeting last time, tune in for this one. sincerely Joel & Steph --- In this thrilling episode of Famed, Steph and Joel dive into the...

🕵️‍♀️  The 10 Missing Days of Agatha Christie: Mystery, Scandal, or Stunt?  🕵️‍♀️ In 1926, bestselling crime author Agatha Christie vanished without a trace. For ten days, the world searched. Her car was found abandoned. A national manhunt was launched. Sir Arthur Conan Doyle even brought in a psychic. When she reappeared, Christie claimed to remember nothing. In this episode of  Fr...

🎢  Inside Disney’s Dark Side: The Animatronics of EPCOT & The Curious Case of Buzzy  🎢 From the magic of animatronics to a real-life heist straight out of Tomorrowland — this episode of  Framed  dives into the fascinating world of Disney’s most iconic robots. We explore the history of EPCOT’s cutting-edge animatronics, the cultural impact of figures like Dreamfinder and F...

The paintings are gone. The guards are tied up. And over $500 million worth of artwork has vanished into thin air. In Part 2 of our deep dive into the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum heist, Joel and Steph unpack the suspects—some shady, some surprising—and the tangled web of theories, mob ties, and mystery deaths that followed. From questionable security guards to eccentric career criminals, this...

In the early hours of March 18, 1990, two men dressed as police officers entered Boston’s Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum and walked out with over $500 million worth of art. The crime scene was bizarre. The guards were found tied up in the basement. The stolen pieces included masterpieces by Rembrandt, Vermeer, Manet, and others—none of which have ever been recovered. In part one of this two-part...

Pop star  Katy Perry  wanted to buy a  stunning Los Angeles convent  for a cool  $14.5 million . The only problem? The  nuns who lived there didn’t want her to have it —and they were willing to take the fight  all the way to court. What started as a simple  real estate deal  spiraled into a  legal and moral battle of biblical proportions , involvin...

A  long-lost painting  turns up in the  most unexpected place —a 1999 kids’ movie. That’s right, an  art historian watching  Stuart Little  spotted a  missing masterpiece  casually hanging in the background of a scene. This episode,  Joel takes the wheel  as we dive into the  bizarre  and  hilarious  true story of how a  pr...

During WWII, Hitler stole more art than any thief in history—looting entire museums, private collections, and churches to fill his dream museum. While the Nazis ransacked Europe, a secret team of museum curators, art historians, and soldiers—The Monuments Men—risked their lives to track down and recover thousands of stolen masterpieces before they were lost forever. In this episode of Framed, Step...

You didn't think we would leave you hanging for too long did you? Your weekly dose of art, crime and whatever else we decide to talk about is back! Season 2 of Framed starts March 5th. Catch up on all previous episodes on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube! Come follow us on all the apps @framedthepod @joeldavid_b @cheersthanxalot Want to watch the episode? Come on over to YouTube to see the chaos...

It’s the grand finale, folks! Joel and Steph are wrapping up 2024 with a countdown of their top 5 pop culture moments that shook the world. From watching a truly  cursed  Willy Wonka experience on the sidelines, to strutting through and talking about explosive fashion runways, and yes, even dissecting the year’s headline-making election, we’re spilling all the cultural tea. This season f...

This week on  Framed , we’re unwrapping the bizarre story of the “Kim K Mummy.” Yes, you read that right—Kim Kardashian and an ancient Egyptian mummy have crossed paths in the strangest of ways. Join Steph and Joel as they dig into the mysterious acquisition that led to one of the world’s most famous reality TV stars being unwittingly linked to a smuggled artifact. How did a priceless mummy e...

We’re dusting off the cobwebs for  The Lost Episode ! This week, Joel and Steph take you back to an early recording all about Van Gogh and the infamous theft of his painting  Poppies  in Egypt. It’s a story filled with high drama, missing masterpieces, and a mystery that still hasn’t been solved. How does a priceless Van Gogh disappear in broad daylight? Why has this painting never...

In this episode of  Framed, Canvas Cuffs and Other Stuffs , we’re diving into the murky waters of copyright law and its impact on art and music. From Jeff Koons' controversial sculptures to the legal battles faced by pop icons like Bowie and Marvin Gaye, we unpack the complexities of intellectual property, ownership, and the fine line between inspiration and infringement. How far can an artis...

In this episode, we dive deep into the notorious story of Han van Meegeren, the master forger who fooled the art world with his "lost" Vermeer paintings. Was it pure genius or just an elaborate con? Join us as we explore the clever tricks, high-stakes gambles, and the mind of a man willing to do anything— including prison time —to escape the consequences of his fakes. Remember to follow us so you...

In this wild episode of  Framed , we’re diving into the unbelievable true story of the  American Animals  heist—a reckless, real-life art theft pulled off by four college students in Kentucky. Joel and Steph unravel the bizarre chain of events that led these privileged kids to attempt one of the most audacious heists in U.S. history. From meticulously planning their Ocean’s 11-style...

Brooms, potions, and spells—oh my! This week on  Framed , Steph delves into the world of witches, from historical lore to infamous trials and the mysterious women accused of witchcraft through the ages. Were they misunderstood healers, or was something more magical at play? We’re uncovering the chilling, often tragic stories of the “witches” who shaped history and still captivate us today. Gr...

Get ready for a spine-tingling ride in this week’s episode of  Framed ! Steph and Joel dive deep into the world of Ed and Lorraine Warren—the legendary ghost-hunting couple behind some of the most famous paranormal investigations ever. From  The Amityville Horror  to that creepy little doll Annabelle, the Warrens claim to have faced over 10,000 hauntings. But are they true believers...

This week,  Framed  dives into the chilling world of cursed music with Joel as your guide. From melodies rumored to have been cursed during creation to songs that spelled doom for the musicians behind them, we’re exploring music’s darkest legends. And for a twist, we’ll delve into tracks that supposedly reveal hidden messages from the devil himself—when played backwards. Are these curses...

Steph is back hosting this week’s  Framed  October Spooktacular, and we’re diving into the mysterious case of the missing ruby slippers. One of the most famous pieces of Hollywood memorabilia—Judy Garland’s iconic ruby slippers from  The Wizard of Oz —vanished without a trace. Who stole them, and why? Was it a Hollywood inside job, or something more sinister? Get ready for twists, t...

Get ready for chills as Joel hosts  Framed  for the first time in our October Spooktacular series! This week, we're diving into the eerie world of haunted paintings. From possessed children to the ghostly woman in a spooky hat who haunts a hairdresser, we’ll uncover the most haunted works of art and the terrifying stories behind them. Are these paintings really cursed? Or are they just m...

For the next two weeks we are taking a little break and waiting for the oil paint to dry. In the mean time we are bringing back your favourite episodes, so if you missed it the first time it's time to dive in. In this episode of "Framed," Joel and Steph delve into the dramatic saga of Edvard Munch's iconic painting,  The Scream , which was stolen not once, but twice from the National Gallery...