This podcast is such a treat. Robert Diament and Russell Tovey guide listeners on an auditory journey exploring multiple artistic mediums from scores of creatives around the world. Their inclusion of queer, feminist and other minority artists on this platform is a triumph. This is a must listen podcast for anyone interested in art and particularly those looking to expand their understanding of other cultures and social/political movements and the role art plays in human evolution. 5/5!

In love with this podcast! 💜🎨

Always Informative, fun, insightful to process and who the artist are beyond their work!

This episode is very precious to me. I am a docent at the Seattle Art Museum and I shall be giving tours of Amoako Boafo’s show Soul of Black Folks this summer of 2023. I have read tons and watched YouTube interviews galore. This conversation that you hosted is deep and real and Amoako seems to be right here in the room with me. Thank you for your sensitive work which allows artists to be authentic and present.

At first I had a hard time cutting through the chattiness of this podcast, but after years of listening I feel like the hosts are my best art friends and art daddies. I adore them. They are so sweet and silly and smart and kind. Most importantly, they have great taste — I appreciate the range of artists that they feature from the babies to the gods. I have discovered so many amazing artists here. Thank you so much for keeping me company while I paint and inspiring me to keep going.

Yadwigha in a beautiful dream Having fallen gently to sleep Heard the sounds of a reed instrument Played by a well-intentioned [snake] charmer. As the moon reflected On the rivers [or flowers], the verdant trees, The wild snakes lend an ear To the joyous tunes of the instrument. -poem Rousseau wrote to go along with it. The painting Pedro loves, at 19. The jungle by Rousseau. Divinely beautiful.

Loved the Amy Sherald interview, nice & long. You two showed your great respect and admiration for Ms. Sherald and her work. My only bone to pick is that you omitted mentioning the touring exhibit of President and Mrs Obama portraits currently on view here at the MFA Boston. Important that more folks see her paintings in person - as you said in the podcast - rather than on social media. I’ve got to get to London to see the H&W exhibition. Cheers, Meg Maggio

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This is an essential listen with a thoughtful and curious and loving approach to putting unsung work up front. In fact, this podcast has made me love art more, made me more curious, and inspired me to a more rigorous and thoughtful consideration of art.

Great going to buy his book

Listening to a very interesting talk with Thomas. Well done!

I do love to listen to the chatting with artists. The boys are very knowledgeable and its a lot of named dropping. So keep google search at hand. The interviews has a very insider take on it. Still Their kindness is sweet. But it also flattens the interviews. There is like zero critical questioning. It comes with the fact that they are so much in awe with their guests. Its mostly sweet chatter with questions about the art. I love that. But for example when Gilbert and George express their small town thinking by saying when they got something very cheap while playing the mondial art game I wonder why not question them about this contradiction. Also their obvious anti muslim stance is not questioned whatsoever. So the interviews miss this edge of critical thinking to bring out some new sides of these mega smart stars.

Robert and Russ have succeeded in making all strands of visual art both accessible and interesting. Quite a feat that has largely evaded most art shows, podcast or other medium. What a joy to listen to a breadth of artists both well known and totally unexpected (to the average art fan like me). Look forward to every new pod with great anticipation! Thank You for this show and your work.

I’m a published designer in America that loves the free flowing exchange of information. Enjoy your humanity and sensitivity. Russell your response to the ms maxwell story shows that you are a kind and caring man. And I could make your home in margate look like you want it to without the million dollar budget. Thank you for putting yourselves out there.

Inspired and Inspiring! The hosts passion for artists and art comes through. There is a sense of delight in discovering new artists and their processes that is authentic and deeply engaging! Absolutely helping me get through this crazy time! Bravo! - from a listener that never does reviews.

I listened to a ton of the episodes over Christmas and what a treat! Russell and Robert complement each other so well. Robert being the art nerd fanboy and Russel lending a sexy dose of humour. Both are incredibly charming and great interviewers who’s only agenda is to bring out the best in their guests and make you understand and fall in love with their work. Being a little bit of a collector myself, “Talk Art”’is a refreshing charming and easy way to access today’s art world! Love love love!!!

I guess one of the pod types is ‘thinking you’re chatting with mates about one your many interests’ where you dig deeper than you would in a chat in the pub because all your friends aren’t as into x as you are. Well this is the art one with bells on- very accessible, fun but I’ve accidentally learned a lot, don’t feel like I’ve been lectured to- but loads of doors opened and I’ve been encouraged to go for a wander

I am in love with this podcast so much. Russell and Robert make art so easy to love and adore! I have never thought of myself as an art fan, not that I ever hated art, just never have explored it or taken the time to appreciate it - but goodness, this podcast has opened my eyes to the art world and how we can all collect, appreciate, & create our own art, no matter who we are or what the “art” is. Also, the love I already had for theatre and film has been deepened as well. This podcast has also been healing therapy for me as my battle with depression, anxiety, and grief has skyrocketed since losing my husband to cancer & the pandemic. Thank you Russell & Robert. You both are lovely!

Quarantine madness is not easy to control. Between doing shots of Irn Bru & Everclear, tossing Post-its out the window with messages for help or listening to TalkArt in my straight jacket, the latter wins hands down. The final episode with Lauren Weedman was like falling into an immersion tank of pigment and honey. The fabulous hosts engaged Lauren in a terrific discussion about the true nature of unrestrained creativity during a pandemic. The lines become blurred between the need to be expressive in the face of such great anxiety and the artists choice of action. Acting, painting, dancing, singing, laughing, engaging in a desire to just be alive and emote without expectations of adulation. Listening to this conversation vacillate with ease around notions of purpose and meaning was like watching a taffy machine on magic mushrooms stretch colored sugar to the music of John Cage. I already adore this show but the final episode left me hopeful that Art in all its magnificent manifestations will always survive. Bravo! @coogieworld

Lucky me to stumble upon this podcast and lucky you if you’re casting about for great company, laughter, learning, kindness, curiosity and more. It’s an eye opening pleasure to spend time with these delightful hosts and their guests. I’m so looking forward to catching up and continuing on with them on their art globetrotting.

I’m enjoying the wide range of artists being interviewed, many out of my art frame of reference. Russell and Robert are both well-traveled in the contemporary art world and when you listen over time, you will be too. The interviews are never formulaic and the interaction between the hosts and the artist interviewed is free-flowing and intuitive. Highly Recommended —Thomas Wharton

As someone new to the contemporary art world, I feel like I have found a goldmine in TalkArt. When I discover a new (to me) artist, I'm always so curious about what drove their creative process, what were they thinking? I learn so much about the artists and context of the work. It's great to learn about their personalities and histories. Russell and Robert are such Art Lovers and that shines through in every episode. Basically, these are all people I'd like to have dinner with, and the conversations feel that genuine, intimate and fascinating. I feel lucky to have found them and I'm grateful for this podcast. Especially in these days of isolation, they really offer connection and beauty. I recommend everyone listen for sustenance and to fill up their art tank!

Love Robert and Russell’s friendship! The conversational ease and accessibility of this podcast is great. I have a pretty good understanding of the larger art movements from school, but this podcast is a great resource for people wanting to learn more about living artists and how the industry works.

Shout out to Robert + Russell. This podcast has exceeded my expectations by far! Educational, entertaining, and surprisingly emotional, I’ve learned and laughed so much since discovering this wonderful show! Well done, boys!

Love hosts lively and quirky banter!

Listening to Art Talk has been my quarantine guilty pleasure. Not sure I should feel guilty, but it’s certainly a pleasure. Thanks for doing such a good job. It’s so authentic and grounded and enjoyable.

I love every second.

I always learn so much listening to you fellows! I’m a 69 year old artist and am inspired by each program...Rose Wylie, Rose Wylie, Rose Wylie!!!!!!

If you wanna listen to two guys that don’t know who Kenneth Anger is talk about art, then you’ll love this.

The two sharp hosts and intriguing artist explored the tenderness of Louis’ paintings of past lovers and friends. His art is appreciated for its honesty and colors by my LGBTQ and straight friends. He is young, accomplished and has a bright future. I wonder how he will portray (document) his or other LGBTQ paths for future generations to reflect on.

As a tap dancing sissy femme I found this show very Masc straight acting and butch and I can’t stand it. Okuuurr

Listening to Jon Key episode now. He and his brother were guests at our school last year. I highly recommend them to speak to Middle or Upper schools Also AP is short for Advanced Placement!

Great podcast. As titles says it’s an easy listen and like how natural the conversations go between host and guests. It does help someone like myself who doesn’t know how to approach art sometimes to see it in a new way and open up to it. Video podcast would even be better!

I love this podcast. Rob and Russell have a really nice of way of making you forget life's everyday stresses and join in their love for all things art. The interviews are so engaging and each one sounds like good friends getting together to chat and catch up. I love that about it and am listening everyday on my commute to and from work and sometimes on my dog walk. It is a a joy I look forward to everyday now.

I just want to say I just listened to your interview with Zawe Ashton, and was relieved to hear that I’m not crazy for keeping my own art because it is kinda like putting yourself out there and not knowing if you can create again with that same vigor as before. Being a newer artist and being so interested in art I love your podcast and it constantly inspires me to create again just for the sake of art.

As an artist and person who makes commercials for artists, this podcast is perfect. The show gives continual insights which are vitally important for working in and around the art world!

What a great podcast! Robert and Russell are terrific hosts. Engaging guests, fun conversations, and informative content make this podcast a must. Take a listen!

I am more inclined to film and movies. Though I could admire and fancy a portrait or a painting, it wasn’t something I would do completely willingly. I started listening to TalkArt because I was told multiple times about it (and because I’m a fan of Tovey’s work). I gave it a go. Words cannot express the regret I feel for not having discovered this earlier. It’s like therapy. It was so surprising and amusing. In a world where there’s so much vanity and lack of detail and beauty, you get to hear Robert and Russell talk to many artists about their perceptions and their aspirations like we would in a casual conversation instead of making it more documental. They genuinely have a great interest for art and their humor, fun facts and intriguing guests make hearing this podcast such a great time. Definite, definite, definite recommend!!!!

Love this podcast. Love the banter between Russell and Robert, the guests and the topics. How do I get Russell and Robert to go gallery hopping with me when I am in London in mid-June??

I always knew I liked art. I asked myself all the questions talked about in the introduction. I felt like I didn’t want to ask these questions to my art going friends in case I outed myself as not fully capable of understanding what I was looking at. With many examples in this podcast I now understand much more. I also know i like art more than I led myself to believe I did. Robert & Russell are two peas in a pod. I’ve even re-listened to all episodes. Even exiting my car with faux Brit-Accent in tow. Keep the podcast going you both, it’s an absolute hit!

I really enjoy listening to Russell and Robert speak frankly about art without pretentiousness. They remind me to just enjoy art - don’t force it when you don’t. Love this charming and charismatic duo! It’s really fresh and fun to hear their take and I’m looking forward to next episodes!

Fresh, fun, engaging and energetic. A new and creative take on discovering and learning about art.

Really enjoy the conversations. Great job!!

Great conversation, fun stories and bonding over love for art! Can’t wait for more!

I absolutely loved the first episode of the podcast and cannot wait for not art talk on Talk Art! Great perspectives and fun banter!

Fun and informal tea chat on Young art collecting - enjoyed the convo! Thanks x

Lovely podcast. Can’t wait for the next one. Five stars!