ArtTox
Claim This Podcastby Shahina Jaffer
Podcast Overview
<p>ArtTox on Voices Radio is a platform that celebrates diverse creativity through accessible, engaging conversations about art and culture. The show centres artist stories, behind-the-scenes creative processes, and honest discussions about making and sustaining work, with a strong focus on amplifying the brilliance of People of Colour. Hosted by voices such as Shahina Jaffer, ArtTox creates space for raw, authentic dialogue that breaks down industry barriers and demystifies the art world. Through themed episodes and thoughtful guest conversations, the platform promotes inclusivity, curiosity, and cultural expression across disciplines. ArtTox values lived experience as much as expertise, offering listeners insight into both the personal and professional realities of creative life. Broadcast on Voices Radio and available across podcast platforms, ArtTox invites audiences to connect with art in a way that feels open, relevant, and rooted in community.</p>
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1/16/2026
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March 2, 2026
Happy one
<p>One year ago, ArtTox was just an idea—a quiet wish to give underrepresented voices a platform. Today, we're celebrating our first birthday with a very special episode.</p><p>For the first time, I'm the one answering the questions. My friend and fellow creative, Sharmin , took over the mic, and she didn't hold back. 😅</p><p>We dove deep into what it really takes to create:</p><ul><li>The exhaustion nobody sees behind exhibitions</li><li>The mentors we've lost and the aunties who raised us</li><li>And the hardest lesson of all: learning to love yourself first</li></ul><p>Sharmin also shares her incredible journey over the past year—launching a gallery, starting a business degree, and stepping up to run for local council. This woman is proof that when we support each other, we rise.</p><p>To every listener who's been with us this past year: thank you. You're the reason this podcast exists.</p><p>Here's to many more years of art, truth, and turning the mic around. 🥂</p><p></p>
February 27, 2026
Happy One Soundbites
<p>Flip the Mic: </p><p>A Birthday Episode with a Twist</p><p>Soundbites for Discussion.</p><p><b>Description:</b></p><p><br />It's our birthday! And to celebrate, we're doing something we've never done before.</p><p>In this special International Women's Day episode, community advocate Sharmin—fresh off her own interview—takes over as guest host to interview <i>us</i>. We're talking silence, creativity, and the meditation of making art. We're honoring the women who proved you don't need to scream to be heard. And we're answering the hard questions: Is painting just adult coloring with anxiety? What does your art style say about you? And can silence actually be louder than words?</p><p><b>This is a selection of soundbites we will be discussing on the show</b>—raw, unfiltered, and too good to leave in the cutting room.</p><p>Join us for an unfiltered, sideways, and surprisingly honest conversation about what happens when the interviewer stops talking and starts answering.</p><p>Timestamps:<br />00:00 - The importance of listening and the role of silence in reconnecting with life<br />01:04 - Artists' experiences with painting in silence and the impact on their work<br />02:08 - Art as meditation: emotional expression and mental focus<br />02:52 - Personal perspectives on art as a form of freedom and personal expression<br />03:35 - The underlying sacrifice and commitment required to live as an artist<br />04:09 - Communicating intense emotions like fear and confusion through visual art<br />04:52 - The importance of time in creating and preserving meaningful art<br />05:57 - Using color and timeframes to represent different moments in art<br />06:39 - Artists' favorite cocktails as metaphors for their creative styles<br />07:03 - Opportunities in art and strategic thinking, exemplified by chess analogy<br />07:43 - The cultural significance of street art and its democratizing role<br />08:07 - Inspirations from iconic artists like Leonardo da Vinci, Picasso, Dali, and pioneering women in abstract art<br />08:52 - Collaboration, patience, and humility in community and collective art projects<br />09:09 - The "Flip the Mic" segment: connecting directly with art creators<br />09:28 - About "Art Talks": fostering unfiltered, raw conversations in the arts.</p>
February 19, 2026
Show and Tell, Inside the London Art Fair
<p><b>Inside the London Art Fair </b></p><p>What happens when you take three artists, one press photographer, and a microphone into the London Art Fair?</p><p>You get conversations that cut through the noise.</p><p>In our latest episode, <b>Show and Tell</b>, host Shahina Jaffer is joined by Chris Harvey, Andrew Sales, and Cosmo Ford to reflect on standout works, interview inspiring artists, and debate everything from monochromatic restraint to the price of popularity.</p><p>We spoke with <b>Carol Ellis</b>, who transformed her journey as a breast cancer survivor into breathtaking visual testimony, and stood before <b>Peter Jackson’s</b> black canvases where faith meets geometry in layers of restraint. Each piece came loaded with memory, tension, and risk—not trend-chasing, but truth-telling.</p><p>In a world where some artists blow up overnight and vanish just as fast, we asked: <i>Can true legacy survive the pull of commercial success?</i></p><p><b>Society used to think success meant hype, visibility, endless bucks.</b><br /><b>But that’s not where real art lives.</b></p><p><b>Artists like Bacon or Banksy don’t last because of dollars — they endure because of the stories they tell.</b><br /><i>Are we making art for now… or for eternity?</i></p><p>Listen to the full episode and join the conversation.</p><p><br /></p>
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- What is ArtTox?
<p>ArtTox on Voices Radio is a platform that celebrates diverse creativity through accessible, engaging conversations about art and culture. The show centres artist stories, behind-the-scenes creative processes, and honest discussions about making and sustaining work, with a strong focus on amplifying the brilliance of People of Colour. Hosted by voices such as Shahina Jaffer, ArtTox creates space for raw, authentic dialogue that breaks down industry barriers and demystifies the art world. Through themed episodes and thoughtful guest conversations, the platform promotes inclusivity, curiosity, and cultural expression across disciplines. ArtTox values lived experience as much as expertise, offering listeners insight into both the personal and professional realities of creative life. Broadcast on Voices Radio and available across podcast platforms, ArtTox invites audiences to connect with art in a way that feels open, relevant, and rooted in community.</p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
This podcast updates daily.
- Where can I listen to this podcast?
This podcast is available on 4 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
- Does this podcast accept guests?
Yes, this podcast regularly features guests.
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