Episodes

  • Labyrinths in Art History with Rebecca Odessa
    Oct 13 2025

    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


    Find Rebecca online:

    Website: http://www.rebeccaodessa.com/

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rebeccaodessa


    Host Details:

    Jo McLaughlin is the creator and host of Jo’s Art History Podcast, an art historian, writer, and passionate storyteller dedicated to making art history accessible and engaging for all.

    Find Jo online:

    Website: www.josarthistory.com

    Instagram: @josarthistory

    LinkedIn: Jo McLaughlin


    Resources & References:


    Chartres Cathedral

    https://www.cathedrale-chartres.org/en/cathedrale/monument/the-labyrinth/


    Richard Long

    https://teaching.ellenmueller.com/walking/2022/04/03/richard-long-connemara-sculpture-1971/


    Mark Wallinger

    http://art.tfl.gov.uk/labyrinth/about/

    https://www.google.com/search?sca_esv=d5be2ea9143ccd98&sxsrf=AHTn8zrbft7LV9-w76Q7fgPfGaTykD5-DQ:1740228694670&q=labyrinth+in+art+history&udm=7&fbs=ABzOT_CWdhQLP1FcmU5B0fn3xuWpA-dk4wpBWOGsoR7DG5zJBmQC-et4UnwhHFEfTDjtrGg-xS-t736QShNPCBz-Y1jy5zM-6m-dNEt6mgM5KncKVyeorK3o4Z5JjHDOV1aCn6qJ51ZX5jNkVsPw8INJ0sdYjPu1AEJVpIIgUVbVsQZQlk749FqdM1eg8ROI4Wm1Vig0DRFm&sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwilyLGJqdeLAxVDWkEAHR7rARAQtKgLegQIEBAB&biw=1041&bih=920&dpr=1.6#fpstate=ive&ip=1&vld=cid:c40c7db0,vid:NFsski0UyJk,st:0


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    45 mins
  • Day's End: Gordon Matta-Clark & David Hammon with Graham Easterlow
    Sep 30 2025

    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 perspectives.


    Guest Details:

    Graham Easterlow is a British artist and performer.


    Find Graham’s work online:

    Insta: https://www.instagram.com/dyad_dayd

    Web: www.bordellocollective.com

    Charity: www.eastdurhamtrust.org.uk


    Host Details:

    Jo McLaughlin is the creator and host of Jo’s Art History Podcast, an art historian, writer, and passionate storyteller dedicated to making art history accessible and engaging for all.

    Find Jo online:

    Website: www.josarthistory.com

    Instagram: @josarthistory

    LinkedIn: Jo McLaughlin


    Resources & References:

    More on Gordon Matta-Clark:

    https://hyperallergic.com/458566/40-years-after-his-death-gordon-matta-clark-takes-on-new-relevance/


    https://whitney.org/collection/works/43354


    https://www.amny.com/news/hammons-ghost-pier-at-gansevoort-takes-shape-with-whitney/


    More on David Hammon:

    https://whitney.org/exhibitions/around-days-end


    https://www.moma.org/artists/2486-david-hammons


    https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Day's_End_(David_Hammons)


    Pier Groups the book:

    https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/0271082178/?coliid=I14O7HJ5B48N3Z&colid=FZ1XZKILJJCJ&psc=1&ref_=list_c_wl_gv_ov_lig_pi_dp


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    39 mins
  • Games within Art History with Anton Hecht
    Sep 15 2025

    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:

    Website: https://antonhecht.wordpress.com/

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/antnhec/


    Host Details:

    Jo McLaughlin is the creator and host of Jo’s Art History Podcast, an art historian, writer, and passionate storyteller dedicated to making art history accessible and engaging for all.

    Find Jo online:

    Website: www.josarthistory.com

    Instagram: @josarthistory

    LinkedIn: Jo McLaughlin


    Resources & References:



    Carsten Holler:


    Tate Commission: https://www.tate.org.uk/whats-on/tate-modern/unilever-series/unilever-series-carsten-holler-test-site

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W3EfVCgxyDc

    https://gagosian.com/artists/carsten-holler/


    Duchamp:

    https://www.johncage.org/blog/cross_reunion.pdf

    Recording mentioned in the episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t4Khq9I4w_g


    Support the Podcast:

    If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a review and rating on whatever platform you are listening on. Your support helps us reach more art lovers!


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    47 mins
  • Rosa Bonheur with Kay Hare
    Sep 1 2025

    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.kayhare.com

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kayhare8art/


    Host Details:

    Jo McLaughlin is the creator and host of Jo’s Art History Podcast, an art historian, writer, and passionate storyteller dedicated to making art history accessible and engaging for all.

    Find Jo online:

    Website: www.josarthistory.com

    Instagram: @josarthistory

    LinkedIn: Jo McLaughlin


    Resources & References:

    Artworks mentioned:

    3. The Horse Fair

    2. Ploughing in the Nivernais

    3. Briso the dog

    4. Study of a cow


    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JepxCL_Gcno

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DT4mEkuQlbo

    https://www.khanacademy.org/humanities/becoming-modern/avant-garde-france/realism/v/rosa-bonheur-plowing-in-the-nivernais-1849


    https://www.metmuseum.org/art/collection/search/435702


    Support the Podcast:

    If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a review and rating on whatever platform you are listening on. Your support helps us reach more art lovers!


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    50 mins
  • Rrose Selavy: Marcel Duchamp's Female Alter Ego with Vannie Gama
    Aug 18 2025

    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 currently based in Paris.
    Find Vannie online:

    Website: https://vanniegama.wordpress.com/


    Host Details:

    Jo McLaughlin is the creator and host of Jo’s Art History Podcast, an art historian, writer, and passionate storyteller dedicated to making art history accessible and engaging for all.

    Find Jo online:

    Website: www.josarthistory.com

    Instagram: @josarthistory

    LinkedIn: Jo McLaughlin


    Resources & References:

    Dechamp

    https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Marcel_Duchamp

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lv78ebotgrY

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bj7FJGrxtXY


    Small cases mentioned in the podcast:

    https://www.clevelandart.org/art/2007.157


    Rrose Selavy:

    https://www.youtube.com/shorts/NxQ1OWW7BtM

    https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Why_Not_Sneeze,_Rose_S%C3%A9lavy%3F

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KCnOzi721mY


    Support the Podcast:

    If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a review and rating on whatever platform you are listening on. Your support helps us reach more art lovers!


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    1 hr and 14 mins
  • Joan Eardley with Martin Kinnear
    Aug 4 2025

    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: www.martinkinnear.com

    Instagram: @kinnearmartin


    Host Details:

    Jo McLaughlin is the creator and host of Jo’s Art History Podcast, an art historian, writer, and passionate storyteller dedicated to making art history accessible and engaging for all.

    Find Jo online:

    Website: www.josarthistory.com

    Instagram: @josarthistory

    LinkedIn: Jo McLaughlin


    Resources & References:


    Links:

    https://joaneardley.com/biography

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0s3BeMzflsc

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_nRhG5KK1VA

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0NBBlwZNhV0

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ozvnsK9XPmc


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    If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a review and rating on whatever platform you are listening on. Your support helps us reach more art lovers!


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    46 mins
  • Ribbons and Identity in Art History with Michaela Clarence
    Jul 21 2025

    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 McLaughlin is the creator and host of Jo’s Art History Podcast, an art historian, writer, and passionate storyteller dedicated to making art history accessible and engaging for all.

    Find Jo online:

    Website: www.josarthistory.com

    Instagram: @josarthistory

    LinkedIn: Jo McLaughlin

    Support the Podcast:

    If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a review and rating on whatever platform you are listening on. Your support helps us reach more art lovers!


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    58 mins
  • Emily Kam Kngwarray with Jane Dickins
    Jul 8 2025

    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 Dickins

    Website: https://www.janedickins.com/about


    Host Details:

    Jo McLaughlin is the creator and host of Jo’s Art History Podcast, an art historian, writer, and passionate storyteller dedicated to making art history accessible and engaging for all.

    Find Jo online:

    Website: www.josarthistory.com

    Instagram: @josarthistory

    LinkedIn: Jo McLaughlin


    Resources & References:


    Tate Show

    https://www.tate.org.uk/press/press-releases/emily-kam-kngwarray


    Rebecca Hossack

    https://www.rebeccahossack.com/


    JGM Gallery

    https://www.jgmgallery.com/


    More on the artist:

    https://www.google.com/search?sca_esv=fd368f2ad05e4b13&q=emily+kam+kngwarray&udm=7&fbs=ABzOT_CWdhQLP1FcmU5B0fn3xuWpA-dk4wpBWOGsoR7DG5zJBjLjqIC1CYKD9D-DQAQS3Z6fZ--OaZn3DMTxQWxLIg4hLQxdeeRU4cDnLiq6T6c_qvec-lrHd8m_SR0WRUxUTbV9WtwuMqZZcegFsI11Dz-Gn4XLdoDToliLxmIeKZ11KxMfaAFaSocXlcvs1-I0oYabot43&sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwjY6umty6-LAxVjU0EAHV15A7QQtKgLegQIIRAB&cshid=1738863526600291&biw=1265&bih=720&dpr=2#fpstate=ive&vld=cid:f564709c,vid:W-XvK5zBSQw,st:0



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    55 mins