Artist Joe Peragine joins Joe (the other one) and Matthew for a discussion on his art practice, work, and its connection to the natural and post-natural worlds. The meaning of success is explored. Audio choices in the studio are shared. The merits of bad taxidermy are considered. A previous guest walks in to join them […]

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Curator and Director of the University of Kentucky Art Museum, Stuart Horodner, joins Joe and Matthew on opening night of the Temporary Art Center. A repeat Brain Fuzzer, Stuart shares insights on how projects like the Temporary Art Center come together and why artists often need channels like pop-up shows. Questions are fielded from the […]

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Opening night at the Temporary Art Center in Atlanta kicks off with a conversation among Joe, Matthew, and artist Marc Brotherton. They uncover new insights about Marc’s work and its tie to arcade games. Screen sizes and scale are discussed. Entertainment vs art is debated. The Brain Fuzz Analog Messaging Center is activated. (Un)required Resources for Episode […]

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In this brief episode, Joe and Matthew meet up again with artist Scott Ingram to observe their 50th episode milestone and announce a residency at the Temporary Art Center. It is exactly what it sounds like: A temporary project – a kind of pop up on speed – organized by Scott, and the scope is […]

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Curator of photography Gregory Harris joins Joe and Matthew at a special location to talk curation, types of photography, museum culture, and the ins and outs of such institutional challenges as wall text. Specifically, they examine social documentary and the differences among related genres. Technology shifts across decades are put into context. “Film vs Digital” is observed as […]

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In this much anticipated follow up to an earlier episode, artist Scott Ingram shares his thoughts on a recent exhibition that was literally demolished. In the resulting discussion, the origin of creative ideas is observed, and they explore the very nature of creative practice. Biennials are discussed – including their role and related curatorial challenges. A sober […]

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The sculpture studio of artist Christina West is the site of a discussion on her work, practice, and aspects of the creative life. A basketball goal triggers a discussion on work / life balance while maintaining an arts career. A Mattress Factory show is discussed. Controversy and another c-word (censorship) plays a role. A centuries-old […]

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On the heels of a recent solo show, artist Sarah Hobbs hosts Joe and Matthew at her studio. Impressed by the tidiness of the space, the co-hosts are curious if she straightened up just for them. The conversation drifts toward how one keeps a studio while managing the flow of projects and exhibitions. Because she […]

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Paris travel and art studio life kick off this lunchtime discussion. After a long winter break, Joe and Matthew have much to catch up on resulting in a lengthier episode chock full of art travel insights – ranging from recommended destinations to museum critique. Artist, movie, book, and graphic novel recommendations are made. Colorful anecdotes […]

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In Joe and Matthew’s triumphant return from a long winter break, artist Dana Haugaard joins them for a visit to one of his recent installations. They discuss Haugaard’s work in sound and sensation as well as his journey (which has often been by truck) between cities and studios. Spanning different venues including an Atlanta brewery, the conversation […]

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