Jo's Art History Podcast

Welcome to Saints and Their Signifiers! Have you ever stood in front of a painting and wondered why that saint is holding a wheel, a sword, or a lamb — and what it all means? You're in the right place. Saints and Their Signifiers is Season 5 of Jo's Art History Podcast, and this time we're doing something a little different. Rather than our usual format, this season is fully thematic —...

In this episode of Jo’s Art History Podcast , Jo McLaughlin is thrilled to welcome back to the podcast art historian, writer and comedian Verity Babbs, who is here to talk to me about her brand-new book, The History of Art (In One Sentence). The book’s synopsis is as follows: What’s so special about Dutch paintings of cheese? When does Art Nouveau become Art Deco? Why were the Pre-Raphaelites obse...

In this episode of Jo’s Art History Podcast , Jo McLaughlin is joined by Rebecca Odessa, to discuss the artist Labyrinths in Art History. Whether you’re an art enthusiast, a history buff, or just curious about the stories behind the masterpieces of the past, this episode is packed with fascinating discussions and fresh perspectives. Guest Details: Rebecca Odessa - Artist based on the Isle of Man F...

In this episode of Jo’s Art History Podcast , Jo McLaughlin is joined by Graham Easterlow to discuss the artist Gordon Matta-Clark’s Days End & the modern-day reinterpretation by American artist David Hammon. Whether you’re an art enthusiast, a history buff, or just curious about the stories behind the masterpieces of the past, this episode is packed with fascinating discussions and fresh pers...

In this episode of Jo’s Art History Podcast , Jo McLaughlin is joined by Anton Hecht to discuss the use and history of Games in Art! Whether you’re an art enthusiast, a history buff, or just curious about the stories behind the masterpieces of the past, this episode is packed with fascinating discussions and fresh perspectives. Guest Details: Anton Hecht is a UK-based artist Find Anton online: Web...

In this episode of Jo’s Art History Podcast , Jo McLaughlin is joined by Kay Hare to discuss the artist Rosa Bonheur. Whether you’re an art enthusiast, a history buff, or just curious about the stories behind the masterpieces of the past, this episode is packed with fascinating discussions and fresh perspectives. Guest Details: Kay Hare is a UK based artist. Find Kay online here: Website: www.kayh...

In this episode of Jo’s Art History Podcast , Jo McLaughlin is joined by Vannie Gama to discuss artist Marcel Duchamp’s Female alter ego - Rrose Selavy Whether you’re an art enthusiast, a history buff, or just curious about the stories behind the masterpieces of the past, this episode is packed with fascinating discussions and fresh perspectives. Guest Details: Vannie Gama is a Brazilian artist cu...

In this episode of Jo’s Art History Podcast , Jo McLaughlin is joined by Martin Kinnear to discuss the artist Joan Eardley. Whether you’re an art enthusiast, a history buff, or just curious about the stories behind the masterpieces of the past, this episode is packed with fascinating discussions and fresh perspectives. Guest Details: Martin Kinnear is a UK-based artist. Find Martin online: Website...

In this episode of Jo’s Art History Podcast , Jo McLaughlin is joined by Michaela Clarence to discuss Ribbons and identity throughout art history. Whether you’re an art enthusiast, a history buff, or just curious about the stories behind the masterpieces of the past, this episode is packed with fascinating discussions and fresh perspectives. Guest Details: Michaela Clarence Host Details: Jo McLaug...

In this episode of Jo’s Art History Podcast , Jo McLaughlin is joined by artist Jane Dickins, to discuss the incredible Australian First Nations artist, Emily Kam Kngwarray. Whether you’re an art enthusiast, a history buff, or just curious about the stories behind the masterpieces of the past, this episode is packed with fascinating discussions and fresh perspectives. Guest Details: Guest: Jane Di...

In this episode of Jo’s Art History Podcast , Jo McLaughlin is joined by Daniel Johnson Gray to discuss the artist Vivian Maier. Whether you’re an art enthusiast, a history buff, or just curious about the stories behind the masterpieces of the past, this episode is packed with fascinating discussions and fresh perspectives. Guest Details: Daniel Johnson Gray is a photographer and filmmaker from We...

In this episode of Jo’s Art History Podcast , Jo McLaughlin is joined by Dan Quill to discuss the artist Richard Hamilton. Whether you’re an art enthusiast, a history buff, or just curious about the stories behind the masterpieces of the past, this episode is packed with fascinating discussions and fresh perspectives. Guest Details: Dan Quill is an internationally-exhibited ‘Garage Artist’, Talkin...

In this episode of Jo’s Art History Podcast , Jo McLaughlin is joined by Leyli Salayeva to discuss The Power of Portraits: From Hockney’s Art to Poetic Portraits! Whether you’re an art enthusiast, a history buff, or just curious about the stories behind the masterpieces of the past, this episode is packed with fascinating discussions and fresh perspectives. Guest Details: Leyli Salayeva  Find Leyl...

In this episode of Jo’s Art History Podcast , Jo McLaughlin is joined by returning guest, Gemma Louise, to discuss the artist Marcus Harvey. Whether you’re an art enthusiast, a history buff, or just curious about the stories behind the masterpieces of the past, this episode is packed with fascinating discussions and fresh perspectives. Guest Details: Gemma Louise is a UK-based artist and creative....

In this episode of Jo’s Art History Podcast , Jo McLaughlin is joined by British artist Neil Morley to discuss the artist Sigmar Polke. Whether you’re an art enthusiast, a history buff, or just curious about the stories behind the masterpieces of the past, this episode is packed with fascinating discussions and fresh perspectives. Guest Details: Neil Morley Find Neil online: Website: https://www.n...

In this episode of Jo’s Art History Podcast , Jo McLaughlin is joined by Alexandra Muller, to discuss the artist Frida Kahlo. Whether you’re an art enthusiast, a history buff, or just curious about the stories behind the masterpieces of the past, this episode is packed with fascinating discussions and fresh perspectives. Guest Details: Alexandra is a UK based artist. Find Alexandra online: Instagr...

In this episode of Jo’s Art History Podcast , Jo McLaughlin is joined by artist Brandon Musoni to discuss the artist Admire Kamudzengerere. Whether you’re an art enthusiast, a history buff, or just curious about the stories behind the masterpieces of the past, this episode is packed with fascinating discussions and fresh perspectives. Guest Details: Brandon Musoni is an artist based in Europe. Fin...

In this episode of Jo’s Art History Podcast , Jo McLaughlin is joined by artist Sam Bradbury, to discuss the artist Hannah Höch.  Whether you’re an art enthusiast, a history buff, or just curious about the stories behind the masterpieces of the past, this episode is packed with fascinating discussions and fresh perspectives. Guest Details: Sam Bradbury is a UK artist. Find Sam online: Instagram: h...

Welcome to Season 4! In this episode of Jo’s Art History Podcast , Jo McLaughlin is joined by artist Kelly Wu to discuss the performance artist Lee Lozano. Whether you’re an art enthusiast, a history buff, or just curious about the stories behind the masterpieces of the past, this episode is packed with fascinating discussions and fresh perspectives. Guest Details: Kelly Wu is an artist based in L...

Great ready - Season 4 of Jo's Art History Podcast drops on March 4th, 2025! It's set to be our most exciting yet! You can expect a new episode every two weeks. Until then, keep learning and remember: Art is for all. Jo xx

Welcome to Jo's Art History Podcast! Join art historian Jo McLaughlin as she delves into the wonderful world of art history differently. Jo aims to begin breaking down the elitism surrounding the subject of art history, as she believes that doing so will inspire more people to engage with the topic and feel empowered by it. Not intimidated. Painting, sculpture, architecture, jewellery, ceramics, d...

Hello and welcome back to a new episode of Jo’s Art History Podcast Bitesize. The week we take a look at Kara Walker’s Silhouettes series. Bold, Beautiful and impactful, you were not forget these works once you hear and learn all about them. Host: Jo McLaughlin Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/josarthistory/⁠⁠ Website: ⁠⁠https://www.josarthistory.com/podcast⁠⁠ Email: ⁠⁠josarthistory@gmail.co...

Hello and welcome back to a new episode of Jo’s Art History Podcast Bitesize. The week we deep dive into Anish Kapoor’s Cloud Gate Host: Jo McLaughlin Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/josarthistory/⁠⁠ Website: ⁠⁠https://www.josarthistory.com/podcast⁠⁠ Email: ⁠⁠josarthistory@gmail.com⁠⁠ Please support the podcast by buying me a book from my Amazon Wishlist - this will go towards future episod...

Hello and welcome back to a new episode of Jo’s Art History Podcast Bitesize. The week we deep dive into the life and works of Eduardo Paolozzi a trail blazing Scottish pop artist. Enjoy. Host: Jo McLaughlin Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/josarthistory/⁠⁠ Website: ⁠⁠https://www.josarthistory.com/podcast⁠⁠ Email: ⁠⁠josarthistory@gmail.com⁠⁠ Please support the podcast by buying me a book fro...

Hello and welcome back to a new episode of Jo’s Art History Podcast Bitesize. The week we deep dive into the life and work of Ruth Asawa. Host: Jo McLaughlin Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/josarthistory/⁠⁠ Website: ⁠⁠https://www.josarthistory.com/podcast⁠⁠ Email: ⁠⁠josarthistory@gmail.com⁠⁠ Please support the podcast by buying me a book from my Amazon Wishlist - this will go towards future...