Join Oliver Barker for a conversation with Batia Ofer, renowned art collector, philanthropist, Chair of the Royal Academy Trust and founder of Art of Wishes, an initiative that raises funds for the Make-A-Wish Foundation through contemporary art. The episode explores Batia’s personal journey from collecting art to championing philanthropy, the impact of her work on supporting emerging artists and institutions, and the vital role art plays in society, community engagement and education.

Cover image credit: Jonathan Glynn Smith

This podcast was recorded at Sotheby’s Collectors’ Week in Abu Dhabi in December 2025.

To step further into the world of Sotheby’s, you can visit any of our galleries around the world; they’re open to the public. For more information, visit sothebys.com.

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