"Art = Life" is a podcast created by Jay Tee Dubbs and Moose where they take art from various forms of media (movies, TV shows, music, video games, books, etc.) and discuss themes and ideas represented in the art that relate to issues in real life. The topics can range anywhere from deep/introspective to comedic/absurd, but no matter what, they are always entertaining.
Art = Life: Ep. 13 - Obsession & Toxic Relationships
The hosts of Art = Life are back... and ready to jump the shark! In the season 4 premier, they are discussing the hit indie horror film, "Obsession", and the themes of toxic relationships found in it. TRIGGER WARNING for discussions on abuse throughout.
17 Dec 2025
Art = Life: Ep. 12 - The Hobbit & Greed
In the season 3 finale, the hosts discuss the book, "The Hobbit", and how its themes of greed and corruption are prevalent throughout modern society today.
30 Sept 2025
Art = Life: Ep. 11 - Andor & Authoritarianism
Jay Tee Dubbs is joined by Higgs and Beth to discuss the Star Wars show, "Andor", and how its themes of authoritarianism are relevant throughout history and the modern day.
25 Jun 2025
Art = Life: Ep. 10 - The Bear & Anxiety
Jay Tee Dubbs, Moose, and Higgs analyze the FX show "The Bear" and its depiction of anxiety, highlighting its tragic yet relatable portrayal in this interview.
4 Jan 2025
Art = Life: Ep. 9 - Dune & The Chosen One Trope
In the Season 3 premiere, Jay Tee Dubbs is joined by Higgs and his wife, Beth, to discuss the hit blockbuster "Dune Part Two" and its unique take on the chosen one trope, including how the trope shows up both in fiction and real life.
22 Dec 2023
Art = Life: Ep. 8 - "Her" & Artificial Intelligence
In the season 2 finale, the hosts discuss the 2013 movie "Her" and how artificial intelligence is affecting society now and will continue to do so in the future.
The hosts discuss Jennette McCurdy's 2022 book, "I'm Glad My Mom Died", and explore the idea of generational trauma and what it means to them.
30 Jun 2023
Art = Life: Ep. 6 - The Last of Us/The Super Mario Bros. Movie & Adaptations
The hosts discuss "The Last of Us" HBO series, "The Super Mario Bros. Movie", and what it takes for a video game adaptation to be truly considered "good".
1 May 2023
Art = Life: Ep. 5 - Kanye West & Separating Art from the Artist
Jay Tee Dubbs and Moose are joined by their new co-host, Higgs, in discussing Kanye West, Justin Roiland, and other cancelled celebrities in order to finally answer the burning question everyone has been asking: how do you separate the art from the artist?
1 May 2023
Art = Life: Ep. 4 - "The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time" & Childhood Nostalgia
In the first season finale of the podcast, Jay Tee Dubbs and Moose discuss the classic 1998 video game, "The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time", and their personal memories and experiences with it. They also delve into the topic of nostalgia and its negative effect on the entertainment industry and our culture as a whole.
1 May 2023
Art = Life: Ep. 3 - "Obi-Wan Kenobi" & PTSD
Jay Tee Dubbs and Moose discuss the new Disney+ Star Wars show, "Obi-Wan Kenobi", and how it relates to the topic of PTSD through the experiences of its characters. They also discuss the effects of PTSD and the existing treatments for it. (Trigger warning for those who have experienced or are currently experiencing PTSD and other mental health issues.)
1 May 2023
Art = Life: Ep. 2 - Bo Burnham's "Inside" & Isolation
Jay Tee Dubbs and Moose discuss Bo Burnham's musical comedy special, "Inside", and their personal histories watching his content. They also talk about the theme of isolation prevalent throughout the special and how it was an issue that affected everyone during the pandemic in different ways.
1 May 2023
Art = Life: Ep. 1 - "Spider-Man No Way Home" & Rehabilitation
In the first episode of the podcast, Jay Tee Dubbs and Moose discuss the film "Spider-Man No Way Home" and how it relates to the topic of rehabilitation, asking whether or not villains can be redeemed in fiction and in real life.
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Apple Podcasts (US)
5.0 / 5
2 ratings
Spotify
4.8 / 5
4 ratings
Podcast Authority Score: 23 / 100
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Quality
33
Social presence
0
YouTube
0
Engagement
32
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