Episode 386- James Delbourgo on the 'Noble Madness' Of Collectors- From Charles Foster Kane to Norman Bates and Others, and...
In this episode, historian James Del Borgo discusses his book *A Noble Madness*, exploring the dark side of collecting from ancient times to the present. He examines how collector archetypes have shifted—from repressed, psychologically troubled figures in early 20th‑century literature and Freud’s theories to today’s powerful, often invisible ultra‑wealthy patrons—using examples from films like *The Collector* and *Psycho* and real‑world cases such as the secret purchase of the Leonardo *Salvator Mundi*. Del Borgo also reflects on his own experiences navigating contemporary art galleries and the cultural power dynamics that make collecting both a status symbol and a form of obsession.
Epis. 384: Boston Artist and Lifelong Art School Teacher on Photography and Teaching in Art Schools for 46 Years
Boston photographer Jim Dow, a 46‑year veteran art school instructor, discusses the intertwined Boston art scene, his analog‑to‑digital workflow, and the economics of a photography career. He explains using large‑format cameras in public, teaching students how to document exhibitions digitally,...