

NOTA BENE: This Week in the Art World
Benjamin Godsill & Nate Freeman
NOTA BENE is the podcast version of a boozy lunch at Sant Ambroeus in which adviser Benjamin Godsill and Vanity Fair art columnist Nate Freeman dish fresh art world gossip from Dimes Square to Mayfair, peel back the curtain on auctions, galleries and fairs—and, critically, tell you where to eat and drink in every museum-stuffed port of call. Plus there’s a special guest each week, and we’ll roast them good regardless of how much clout they carry on the circuit. It’s NOTA BENE. Don’t close the deal until you tune in.
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Apr 20, 2024 • 57min
Forigners Everywhere: The 60th Venice Biennale
Experience the vibrant art scene in Venice at the 60th Biennale, from exploring Wilm de Kooning's influences to critiquing larger exhibitions. Discover diverse art installations, interactions with artists, and unique dining experiences. Delve into emotional contemporary works, historical narratives, and artisanal gelato recommendations for a rich artistic experience in the charming European city.

Apr 16, 2024 • 55min
On the Canals with Alison Gingeras
Curator Alison Gingeras joins to discuss organizing the Eddie Martinez exhibition for the Venice Biennale. They delve into her history in art and founding Pinault Collection spaces in Venice. Also, explore their experiences in Rome and the art scene evolution in Venice.

Apr 8, 2024 • 33min
Its a four point eight
Welcome back to earthquake ravaged New York where Nate and Benjamin are back to discuss all the happenings in the Art World. We chat about Frieze parent Endeavor's going private (and what that means for the fair) and the incredible Arthur Jaffa work at Gladstone.
All that AND MORE on THE ONLY ART PODCAST

Apr 1, 2024 • 32min
He is Risen
And we are back! To discuss Inigo's release from prison and so (so) much more.
On the ONLY ART PODCAST.

Mar 24, 2024 • 1h 3min
With Special Guest - Artist Chloe Wise
Nate and Benjamin discuss some great meals, some great shows and some great tailors.
We are then joined by multimedia artist Chloe Wise to discuss her work, how images circulate and her upcoming shows in New York, Brussels and Venice. And Food!
All that AND MORE on THE ONLY ART PODCAST.

Mar 18, 2024 • 1h 20min
Dean Kissick on the 2024 Whitney Biennial
Nate and Benjamin are back. First to talk about Larry's JMB in LA show, the Vanity Fair Oscar Party, our migration back east and other events of the past week including Christopher Wool's astounding self produced show in the Financial District.
We are then joined by cultural critic Dean Kissick to discuss his and our immediate reactions to the 2024 Whitney Biennial ("Even Better Than the Real Thing"). It is a incisive discussion covering what we liked, what we didn't AND what that means... This is a conversation you truly won't want to miss.
All that AND MORE on THE ONLY ART PODCAST!

Mar 9, 2024 • 36min
Bi-Coastal Elite
Nate is (still) in LA and Benjamin is back in the greatest city in the world. We discuss openings in LA and NYC as well as iconic restaurants in both cities.
All that AND MORE on THE ONLY ART PODCAST

Mar 2, 2024 • 46min
Stuck in Traffic - Frieze LA 2024 Wrap up
Nate and Benjamin are back to break down the week that was. We threw an epic party and attended several more and we are here to spill all the goss on those, as well as the fancy dinners, lunches and MOST IMPORTANTLY the celebrities in attendance at the Vernissage.
We cover great LA restaurants, big (and not so big) sales at the fairs and MUCH MUCH MORE.
You won't want to miss this episode of THE ONLY ART PODCAST.

Feb 27, 2024 • 36min
Happy Birthday from LA
Welcome Back (finally)!
We are reporting live from the beginning of a busy Frieze Week in Los Angeles. Catch-up on all the art world gossip, parties, personalities and SO MUCH MORE.
On the ONLY ART PODCAST.

Feb 2, 2024 • 59min
Saint Brigid's Day with Special Guest Bridget Donahue
At the top of the episode Nate and Benjamin gab about their latest dinners in architecturally iconic New York apartments, Sotheby's legal victory, the Venice Biennale List, artists making Met's swag and more.
We are then lucky to be joined by iconoclastic downtown gallerist, the brilliant and soulful Bridget Donahue who speaks to how she arrived in the art-world and how she has sustained a rigorous and influential program. She is as fun as she is smart and you won't want to miss a word.
All that and MORE on THE ONLY ART PODCAST


