#15 - El Anatsui

Middlebrow - A Contemporary Art Podcast

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In this episode, we delve into the concept of being "qualified" in the workplace, examining who gets labeled as such, who doesn't, and the underlying reasons. We explore "competency checking"—the practice of scrutinizing individuals' abilities—and how it disproportionately affects underrepresented groups, often going unnoticed or unchallenged. Our discussion aims to redefine qualifications in a fair, equitable, and actionable manner. Our guest, Shari Dunn , is an accomplished journalist, former attorney, news anchor, CEO, university professor, and sought-after speaker. She has been recognized as Executive of the Year and a Woman of Influence, with her work appearing in Fortune Magazine, The Wall Street Journal, Ad Age, and more. Her new book, Qualified: How Competency Checking and Race Collide at Work , unpacks what it truly means to be deserving and capable—and why systemic barriers, not personal deficits, are often the real problem. Her insights challenge the narratives that hold so many of us back and offer practical solutions for building a more equitable future. Together, we can build workplaces and communities that don’t just reflect the world we live in, but the one we want to create. A world where being qualified is about recognizing the talent and potential that’s been overlooked for far too long. It’s not just about getting a seat at the table—it’s about building an entirely new table, one designed with space for all of us. Connect with Our Guest Shari Dunn Website& Book - Qualified: https://thesharidunn.com LI: https://www.linkedin.com/today/author/sharidunn TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thesharidunn Related Podcast Episodes: How To Build Emotionally Mature Leaders with Dr. Christie Smith | 272 Holding It Together: Women As America's Safety Net with Jessica Calarco | 215 How To Defy Expectations with Dr. Sunita Sah | 271 Share the Love: If you found this episode insightful, please share it with a friend, tag us on social media, and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform! 🔗 Subscribe & Review: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon Music…

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El Anatsui. Ghanian born, Nigeria-living Artist (Sculptor). A bag of trash changed his life. Bottle Tops. Massive scale. 40 Volunteers. No talking though. Putting curators on the spot! And now we are all Waiting in the Wings. This episode is brought to you by Natasha Roxanne and Kate.

Middlebrow is hosted by Olive Moya and Lindsey Schulz You can find images from this episode on our instagram HERE

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Middlebrow - A Contemporary Art Podcast

#15 - El Anatsui

Middlebrow - A Contemporary Art Podcast

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Middlebrow is hosted by Olive Moya and Lindsey Schulz You can find images from this episode on our instagram HERE

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#25 - Wolfgang Laib 51:48

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Wolfgang Laib. German Artist. Medical Student, but then rebelled and went into the arts. Spiritual. Maybe wears Birkenstocks. Collects insane amount of pollen. Melts Beeswax by the sun. But do NOT invite him to be part of a Nature Show. He's a sweet, humble, thoughtful man who makes quietly beautiful work. You can find images from this episode on our instagram ⁠⁠HERE⁠ Middlebrow is hosted by Olive Moya and Lindsey Schulz-Peaslee. Please Enjoy, Wolfgang Laib!…

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#24 - Keith Haring 2:14:01

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Keith Haring. Muralist and Painter. (You can also find his work on literally any product - usually at Urban Outfitters - which means it's probably illegal). He loves to meet people. He loves kids (but not in a creepy way!). He vibed with Dada. Crack is wack! He was buddies with everyone, including Basquiat, Warhol, and Madonna. He was a voice for children, the gay community, and political causes he supported. And if you're ever feeling unsure about doing something, remember - KEITH WOULD DO IT! So settle in, it's a long one, and enjoy!…

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#23 - Chris Burden (with Unibrow Curator Becky) 1:25:20

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Good Times with Chris Burden. Known for his Performances, Installations and Sculptures. He crouches in lockers. Asks friends to shoot him and nail his hands to VW Bugs. Possibly throws bricks at things he doesn't like. Loves shooting guns and making people nervous. LA's iconic light installation at LACMA. He's truly amazing and makes everyone feel like their work isn't good enough. Time to get "inspired"! Middlebrow is hosted by Olive Moya and Lindsey Schulz You can find images from this episode on our instagram HERE Special thanks to our guest, Becky Widen!…

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#22 - Ai Weiwei 1:06:29

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Ai Weiwei. Chinese conceptual artist. Activist. Dissenting badass. We recorded on his ALLEGED birthday. Smashes Urns. Middle finger to everything (not everyone). He designed a building for the Olympics -- but then he forgot about it! Loves Blackjack and possibly cats. Middlebrow is hosted by Olive Moya and Lindsey Schulz You can find images from this episode on our instagram HERE Special thanks as always to our Autocorrector, Dayna Safferstein! (And guest autocorrector Timothy Wang).…

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#21 - Yayoi Kusama 1:12:55

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Yayoi Kusama. Japanese artist. Dots, Pumpkins, Infinity Nets and Mirror Rooms. (Don't ask her why she paints her infinity nets though). She got ripped off by basically all famous artists. Aggressive and blatant. Smitten boys do anything for her. Kimonos and red leotards. Shame of What, Matsumoto? *Trigger Warning: we discuss Suicide and Trauma in this episode* Middlebrow is hosted by Olive Moya and Lindsey Schulz You can find images from this episode on our instagram HERE…

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#20 - Simone Leigh 1:14:15

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Simone Leigh. Goddess and American artist. Mostly ceramic, bronze and raffia. Venice Biennale 2022! Zendaya. 4 Non Blondes and lots of submissive peeing. Middlebrow is hosted by Olive Moya and Lindsey Schulz You can find images from this episode on our instagram HERE

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#19 - Lorna Simpson 1:23:01

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Lorna Simpson. LORNA! Photographer and Multi-media artist. Wigs. Creepers stalking people having sex in bathrooms. Film Noir. Blind Tom. Olive finally watches video art. Beautiful color palettes. Lindsey finds her soulmate. Glaciers and ice. Ebony magazine. How to tell your significant other you're done cuddling. Middlebrow is hosted by Olive Moya and Lindsey Schulz You can find images from this episode on our instagram HERE…

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#18 - Minisode - Jammie Holmes and Toyin Ojih Odutola 1:43:21

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Minisode turned into MAXI-sode, so settle in! Olive's Artist: Jammie Holmes. Painter. Good at posing for photos in his Al Green chair. Memories. Family. Lindsey's Artist: Toyin Ojih Odutola. Painter. Perfect jawline. Storyteller. Best friends with Solange. Loves Timon (no one chooses Simba except Olive). Also, we teach you about Religion and Ghosts. Middlebrow is hosted by Olive Moya and Lindsey Schulz You can find images from this episode on our instagram HERE…

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#17 - Njideka Akunyili Crosby 1:17:31

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Njideka Akunyili Crosby. Painter. Collager. Nigerian Born. Mark Bradford wants to be her best friend. Yale graduate (good choice). Actual Genius (with award to prove it). Her mother was a courageous badass. And most importantly, the nicest and funniest person you'd ever be lucky enough to meet! Middlebrow is hosted by Olive Moya and Lindsey Schulz You can find images from this episode on our instagram HERE…

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#16 - James Turrell (with Unibrow Curator George) 1:31:16

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James Turrell. Light and Space Artist. WWII Baby. CIA. Celestial event planner. Sandy Claus. Quaker. Pilot. Starbucks in his crater? Kanye loves him (and Kendall too). James Turrell was chosen by our Unibrow Curator (and Lindsey's partner), George / Joji San. Middlebrow is hosted by Olive Moya and Lindsey Schulz You can find images from this episode on our instagram HERE…

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#15.5 - Unibrow Briefing 13:06

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We take a moment to acknowledge whats happening in the world and how we plan to do more going forward. Love you all!

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#15 - El Anatsui 1:29:28

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#14 - Félix González-Torres 1:19:00

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Félix González-Torres. Queer Cuban-American cutie. Romantic. HOTPANTS. Anti-studio artist. DOES NOT SKETCH. Overachiever. DO NOT take the lightbulbs, but everything else is up for grabs. Tragically passed away of AIDS complications. Save the candy. You can find images from this episode on our instagram HERE Middlebrow is hosted by Olive Moya and Lindsey Schulz Our new "CEO" is Dayna Safferstein. Guest audio by Andres Payan Estrada. Middlebrow is hosted by Olive Moya and Lindsey Schulz You can find images from this episode on our instagram HERE…

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#13 - Kathleen Ryan 1:15:27

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Kathleen Ryan. (Take Two). American Sculptor. We wish we were her friend. Collector of bowling balls and bejeweled fruit. Cult of Ritual madness and Religious ecstasy. Mold and fruit flies. Desert horror flick. Find our Spotify playlist for the good tunes mentioned in this episode. Middlebrow is hosted by Olive Moya and Lindsey Schulz You can find images from this episode on our instagram HERE…

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#12 - Claire Tabouret 1:32:53

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