In this episode of 'Art Smack, Hilde Lynn Helphenstein, also known as Jerry Gogosian, announces her transition to Patreon due to financial practicality, reflecting on the limitations of monetizing an art-focused podcast with a niche audience on a platform like Spotify. She candidly discusses the challenges and isolation that come with her unconventional career in the art world, highlighting recent travels, meetings with venture capitalists, and her efforts to blend art into mainstream culture. Hilde also delves into personal topics, including dealing with bouts of depression, navigating complex friendships within the industry, and her ongoing journey of self-healing and creative rebirth. Additionally, she touches on plans for future projects, potential exhibitions, and the nuances of participating in art fairs amid an uncertain economic climate.
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Maholo, go f*ck yourself ;)
Aloha from the oh so quiet Maui Airport, where host Hilde Lynn Helphenstein candidly recounts her transformative, creative, and mind opening journey in Maui. Fresh from a yoga retreat with Nikki Doane, Hilde details her zen-filled adventure, complete with jungle-based yoga sessions, sporadic WiFi, and some unexpected drug experimentation. Feeling super creative and excited for the upcoming year, Hilde feels really ready for the fall. Sharing a raw and heartfelt reflection on coping with heartbreak and personal loss, she finds herself rejuvenated and creatively inspired. Despite the occasional dip in patience at the airport, Hilde emerges with renewed energy to tackle her next challenge in Los Angeles.
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Your Social Credit Score
In this episode of Arts Smack,host Hilde Lynn Helphenstein while stomping on the treadmill, dives Genz’s Victorian era of public performance via surveillance and wonders what their art will look like when everyone is afraid to express an uncouth impulse in public or their art. She then moves onto discussing our social credit score which doesn’t officially exist in the US but exists in Chia. She hypothesizes it will be there soon too. What do you think yours is? Sorry for the first 300 listeners. The wrong file was uploaded and the audio was horrible. The raw file is actually better and I have now put it up. This is one woman show. Be patient with me. Also I can't sit still so you aren't going to get studio quality probably ever. I like doing things and talking to you.Also, aren't you enjoying the inner monologue of my head?
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Your Social Credit Score
Do you know what your social credit score is? Struggling with the cautious and image-conscious nature of Gen Z, Hilde is puzzled by the next generation of artists who have a tendency to shy away from public missteps that could harm their social standing. What kind of art work comes out of trying to be socially perfect? Unless, of course, we are headed into a new Victorian era where things get raunchy when the corset comes off behind clothes doors. Wondering out loud to herself, Hilde critiques the lack of rebellious spirit in contemporary art, highlighting the shift towards marketability and social acceptance over genuine, bold expression. Did "being bad" peak in the 90's? We hope not.
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Dog Days of Summer
In this episode of Arts Smack, host Hilde Lynn Helphenstein dives into her recent life experiences, ranging from navigating a packed travel schedule that includes work meetings in Los Angeles and a future yoga retreat in Maui. HIlde is also in the phase of development for Jerry 2.0 and has been boot camping with a friend of hers to make the numbers match the dream. She is currently looking for the right investor to join the mission. Hilde reflects on her commitment to tennis and fitness, divulging her seven-year health journey and gym routines. She shares her love for spontaneous art collecting, unobxing her successful junk store finds in Georgia. And finally, Hilde touches on the fleeting nature of the art world's fascination with artists, cautioning listeners to save and remain skeptical around excessive wealth. ostentation, and big empty promises. It is a trap so easy to fall into.
"Art Smack," hosted by Jerry Gogosian and friends, dives headfirst into the vibrant chaos of contemporary art, the ever-twisting art market, and the insatiable enthusiasts who can't help but come back for more. With a blend of sharp wit, candid interviews, and unfiltered discussions, this podcast peels back the layers of the art world, revealing the beauty, absurdity, and raw human emotion behind the scenes. Whether you're an art aficionado or a curious newcomer, "Art Smack" promises a rollercoaster ride through the highs and lows of creativity, and commerce.