Art historically accurate podcast episodes for students by a high schooler who loves art. View my website here: https://sites.google.com/view/michaelsaparthistory/home
Roman Art: The Colosseum, Augustus, and Sad Old Men
Explore Ancient Rome through the lens of art, and discover the connection between it and later traditions, architecture, and the Renaissance.
24 Sept 2026
Etruscan Art: Tombs and Temples
Wonder why much of this civilisation is unknown? Explore through this overview of the art, and culture, of the reason.
Works Discussed:
- Temple of Minerva and Statue of Apollo
- Tomb of the Triclinium
- Sarcophagus of the Spouses
16 Sept 2026
Ancient Egypt: Seated Scribe, The Pyramids, and More!
Learn about the art and architecture from the Egyptian segment of the Ancient Mediterranean Unit.
Works discussed:
- Palette of King Narmer
- The Seated Scribe
- Pyramids and Sphinx
- King Menkaura and Queen
- Temple of Amun-Re / Hypostyle Hall
- Atkenaton, Nefertiti, and three daughters
- Mortuary Sphinx of Hatscheptut
- Innermost coffin of King "Tut"
- Book of the Dead
5 Sept 2026
AP ART HISTORY: The Parthenon, Greek Sculptures, and the Agora
AP Art History Unit 2: The Ancient Mediterranean
Works discussed:
- The Parthenon (Including the Nike Adjusting Her Sandal, Plaque of the Ergastines, and Dionyses Pediment Parthenon Sculptures)
- Athenian Agora
30 Jul 2026
How Did Art Become a Tool of Power? | The Ancient Near East
In this episode, I explore the art of the Ancient Near East and how some of the first civilizations used art to express religion, power, and identity. From the White Temple of Uruk to the Lamassu of Assyria and the Apadana of Persepolis, we look at how ancient artists created works that shaped the way people understood their gods, rulers, and societies.
13 Jul 2026
How Did Early Humans Make Art? | Prehistoric Art
Prehistory is the beginning of humanity.
4 Jul 2026
Why Did Picasso Break Reality Into Pieces? | Cubism in Art
Cubism transformed modern art by breaking away from traditional perspective, and this episode explores its development. Works discussed: Mont Sainte-Victoire, Les Demoiselles d'Avignon, The Portuguese, The Kiss, and The Steerage.
27 Jun 2026
Why Aristocracy? | Rococo, the Enlightenment, and Neoclassicism
Explore how European art transformed from the playful luxury of Rococo to the reason of the Enlightenment and the moral ideals of Neoclassicism. Works Discussed: A Philosopher Giving a Lecture on the Orrery, The Swing, Self-Portrait, Oath of the Horatii, Monticello, and George Washington.
23 Jun 2026
Who Were the Masters of the Renaissance?
Works Discussed:
- The Sistine Chapel Ceiling
- The Last Supper
- The School of Athens
23 Jun 2026
Why the Details? | Art of The Northern Renaissance
Explore the artistry, symbolism, and religious transformations of the Northern Renaissance through The Arnolfini Portrait, Adam and Eve, Allegory of Law and Grace, and Hunters in the Snow.
20 Jun 2026
How Does Islam Create a Visual Language? | Islamic Architecture
Explore the four main architectural points of Islamic and Buddhist traditions-- from the Dome of the Rock to the Buddhas at Bamiyan.
AP Art History Units 7/8-- Islamic art.
19 Jun 2026
Why Don't We Build Like That Anymore? | Gothic and Romanesque Art
How did Medieval societies change art? How were pilgrims apart of the development of art throughout Europe? Join me to discuss these changes between periods as we discuss four key works of art.
19 Jun 2026
How Did Europe Look in the 18th Century? | An Introduction to Baroque Art
Baroque art is often considered some of the most famous art... why? Today, we dive in and explore how architecture and art combines themes to move art and display emotion.
19 Jun 2026
How Did the Romans Impact the Renaissance?
Examine continuity and change with two architectural marvels: the Pazzi Chapel and the Pantheon.
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