Death of an Artist
Pushkin Industries
You’ve heard of Jackson Pollock but you may have never heard of Lee Krasner. Krasner was an artist, Pollock’s wife, and the woman who made him famous. She also changed everything about the landscape of modern art. This is a story about love, power, alcoholism and an ill-timed death. Hosted by curator, author, and broadcaster Katy Hessel, this 6-episode series, offers an inside look into two of the greatest artists of the 20th century, and how their vision impacts ours.
And listen back to season one, where host Helen Molesworth revisits the artist Ana Mendieta’s death and the trial that followed– interrogating both the silence and the protest that have accompanied her story ever since.
Death of an Artist Season 1 is a co-production between Pushkin Industries, Somethin’ Else, and Sony Music Entertainment.
Death of an Artist Season 2 is a co-production between Pushkin Industries and Samizdat Audio.
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Episode 3: The Collector
Death of an Artist
05/31/24 • 33 min
1942. Midtown. Peggy Guggenheim arrives, opens a gallery and gives hungry artists hope.
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Episode 5: The Kiss of Death
Death of an Artist
06/14/24 • 22 min
1955. Upper West Side. Jackson Pollock seeks help from a psychotherapist practicing controversial methods.
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Episode 1: The Haunting
Death of an Artist
09/23/22 • 44 min
In 1980s Manhattan, a young Cuban artist named Ana Mendieta made a name for herself as a rising star in the art world. Her turbulent marriage to the older and well-established sculptor Carl Andre raised eyebrows. One September night, Carl called 911 in a panic. His wife, he said, “went out the window.”
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Episode 4: Jackson Pollock Inc.
Death of an Artist
06/07/24 • 28 min
1945. East Hampton. Lee Krasner and Jackson Pollock start a new life in a farmhouse 100 miles east of New York City.
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Episode 5: The Silencing
Death of an Artist
10/14/22 • 40 min
Carl Andre is acquitted. Decades later, the art world remains divided about his innocence. In order to protect Carl, the art world maintained a strict separation between the art and the artist and used silence to preserve the status quo. But a few remain vocal.
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Episode 2: What the Wall Label Doesn’t Tell You
Death of an Artist
09/23/22 • 43 min
Following Ana’s death, police take Carl in for questioning. He has scratches on his face. His story is inconsistent, yet he maintains his innocence. In this episode, we rewind and take a look back at Carl’s history and his relationship with Ana and try to understand what led to that night.
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Episode 3: The Feminist Cabal
Death of an Artist
09/30/22 • 38 min
Ana’s art engaged with her identity as a Cuban female artist. She worked hard to be recognized in a world dominated by white men. After her death, Ana’s friends and family demand an investigation. Many of the most powerful members of the art world dismiss them as a “feminist cabal.”
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Episode 6: The Reckoning
Death of an Artist
10/21/22 • 42 min
Today, Carl Andre lives in the same apartment where Ana fell to her death. Helen investigates and grapples with what his not guilty verdict means and chips away at the silence the art world has used to protect both Andre and itself.
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Episode 4: The Genius Problem
Death of an Artist
10/07/22 • 43 min
Carl stands trial for the murder of Ana Mendieta. His defense ruthlessly attacks Ana, using her artwork against her, and rests heavily on his prestige in the art world. Helen reveals her personal connection to Carl Andre and his work, and how it changed her career.
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Episode 6: A Phoenix From the Ashes
Death of an Artist
06/21/24 • 24 min
1956. New York City. After Pollock’s death, Krasner balances her new role as executor of his estate and her ambitions to continue making art.
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FAQ
How many episodes does Death of an Artist have?
Death of an Artist currently has 28 episodes available.
What topics does Death of an Artist cover?
The podcast is about True Crime, Podcasts and Arts.
What is the most popular episode on Death of an Artist?
The episode title 'Episode 1: The Haunting' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on Death of an Artist?
The average episode length on Death of an Artist is 27 minutes.
How often are episodes of Death of an Artist released?
Episodes of Death of an Artist are typically released every 7 days.
When was the first episode of Death of an Artist?
The first episode of Death of an Artist was released on Aug 26, 2022.
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