The Pearl Lam Podcast | With Jan Dalley

The Pearl Lam Podcast

In this episode of The Pearl Lam Podcast, host Pearl Lam welcomes Jan Dalley, the esteemed Arts Editor of the Financial Times, for an in-depth exploration of the arts and culture sector. With over 15 years of experience as a leading figure in arts journalism, Jan offers a wealth of knowledge and insights.

Her impressive career includes pivotal roles as both literary and arts editor, not only at the Financial Times but also at the Independent on Sunday. Together, Pearl and Jan discuss the shifting landscape of global arts journalism, the challenges facing the industry, and the ways in which art continues to shape and reflect society today.

About Pearl Lam (林明珠):

Pearl Lam (林明珠) is a gallerist and cultural influencer and is a leading authority on Asian art and the global contemporary art market, with a network spanning the world. The Financial Times calls Pearl Lam “a powerhouse of the contemporary art world”. The New York Times calls her "a tour de force of the art world”. And Forbes names Pearl Lam as “one of Asia’s most powerful women”.

For over 20 years Pearl Lam has also been at the forefront of reimagining China’s cultural place in the world. She has played a key role in elevating Chinese contemporary art and artists into the international market. She has also turned many international artists into ‘rockstars’ in the huge Chinese and Asian markets. Her Pearl Lam Galleries is a driving force within Asia’s contemporary art scene, with spaces in Hong Kong and Shanghai. The gallery is globally recognised for its intellectual ambition. Pearl Lam also has a longstanding commitment to promoting exchange between Asia and the Western world.