Design journalist Dan Rubinstein introduces listeners to the leading tastemakers of the creative world, from master chefs to experimental architects. Join Dan o...
Hans Ulrich Obrist: “Art Can Always Come to Us Through Different Channels”
As one of the world’s most respected curators of contemporary art and the current artistic director of London’s Serpentine, Hans Ulrich Obrist is truly on top of his game. Through his innovative programming, his definition-making books, and his endless quest for knowledge and connections, Obrist has taught us to look differently at a profession so crucial in a changing world. On this episode, Dan speaks with the art-world dynamo about how he once curated an exhibition in his kitchen, why he owns an Xbox, the important evolutions of the Serpentine, the future of his profession, and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Elizabeth Diller: Pushing the Creative Boundaries in Architecture
Throughout her career, Elizabeth Diller, the award-winning architect, educator, and founding partner of powerhouse firm Diller Scofidio + Renfro, has constantly advocated for a robust take on the profession that can transform cities and lives in a positive way. And with her firm’s new massive monograph, she’s made the case for the power of art and creativity in the sometimes cold and calculating world of architecture. On this first episode of season 12, Dan speaks with the visionary on her unlikely start in the profession, the romance that would change her life forever, and what cities like New York need in order to harness the power of good design. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Massimo Bottura: “Enjoy the Ride”
Some celebrity chefs transcend the art of simply cooking an amazing meal by understanding how food brings people together as part of contemporary culture. On this episode, Dan speaks with Italian chef Massimo Bottura about the keys to his success; struggling with critics in the early days of his now-legendary eatery Osteria Francescana; why he chose to start his own label of aged balsamic; his latest book, “Slow Food, Fast Cars,” which he wrote with his wife, Lara Gilmore, about their prized bed-and-breakfast, Casa Maria Luigia; his love of Ducati motorbikes; and much more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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AGO Projects: “Urban Safari Meets Preppy Punk”
Celebrated designers and gallerists Rodman Primack and Rudy Weissenberg bring a one-of-a-kind, joyful, and sophisticated eye to their world of design. Using their Mexico City–based space AGO Projects and interiors firm AGO Interiors, the duo in love and life represent artists that are just as creative as their own private residential projects around the globe. On this episode, Rodman and Rudy speak with Dan about their new book, how the world of collecting design has evolved, their advice on new talents, how they describe their aesthetic, and who the gallery would call first in an emergency. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Living the Dream: Island Escape
Dreaming of a well-designed, sun-drenched haven all to yourself, surrounded by the sea? On this special episode brought to you by Janus et Cie, Dan speaks with four incredible guests who know a thing or two about living well under the sun: an American interior designer who made the big full-time move to Greece after the pandemic; a rising star in the world of spirits who knows where the smart crowd lives it up in the Caribbean; and a designing duo who found bliss and fantastic architecture on the Spanish island of Mallorca. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Design journalist Dan Rubinstein introduces listeners to the leading tastemakers of the creative world, from master chefs to experimental architects. Join Dan on a virtual journey through the worlds of fashion, interior design, art, food, and travel—all the elements of a well-lived life. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.