Tarik Talk

Tarik Mendes
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Brazilian artist, Tarik Mendes hosts Tarik Talk, a podcast committed to the art world. Listen in to unique interviews with talented guests artists, dealers, curators and more. At times with other talented guests from the music, acting, journalism industries. Find out the magic of art and it’s way of connecting us all! Check out @tariktalk for images of the guests and their works from each episode. Also follow @tarikmendes for his latest adventures!

  1. 4d ago

    SPRING/BREAK Art Show NYC (Season 56, Episode 1)

    SPRING/BREAK Art Show — Creative Exploration & Discovery | Tarik Talk — Season 56, Episode 1 Join artist and host Tarik Mendes as Tarik Talk explores SPRING/BREAK Art Show during New York Art Week in September 2026. Season 56 opens with an invitation to follow your curiosity, encounter unexpected ideas, and experience art with an open mind. This episode celebrates the pleasure of discovery—the work that makes you pause, the details that draw you closer, and the perspectives that stay with you afterward. Whether you’re an artist, collector, or simply curious about the creative world, join Tarik Talk for an exploration of art, imagination, and connection in New York City. Subscribe for more art fair coverage, artist interviews, museum visits, and conversations from around the world. Explore Tarik Talk Website: https://tariktalk.com/ Episodes: https://tariktalk.com/episodes/ Art Fairs: https://tariktalk.com/art-fairs/ Contact: https://tariktalk.com/contact/ Follow Tarik Talk Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tariktalk/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tariktalk Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tariktalk X: https://x.com/tariktalk Explore Tarik Mendes Website: https://www.tarikmendes.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tarikmendes/ #TarikTalk #TarikTalkPodcast #SpringBreakArtShow #NewYorkArtWeek #ContemporaryArt #ArtFairs #NYCArt

    SPRING/BREAK Art Show NYC (Season 56, Episode 1)

  2. 4d ago

    Salon Zürcher (Season 55, Episode 6)

    Salon Zürcher — Art, Connection & Discovery | Tarik Talk — Season 55, Episode 6 Join artist and host Tarik Mendes as Tarik Talk explores Salon Zürcher during New York Art Week in September 2026. This episode invites you to slow down, look closely, and experience the connections that form around art. Discover the works that spark curiosity, the details that reward your attention, and the creative encounters that make each art fair visit its own experience. Whether you’re an artist, collector, or simply enjoy discovering something unexpected, join Tarik Talk for an exploration of art and connection in New York City. Subscribe for more art fair coverage, artist interviews, museum visits, and conversations from around the world. Explore Tarik Talk Website: https://tariktalk.com/ Episodes: https://tariktalk.com/episodes/ Art Fairs: https://tariktalk.com/art-fairs/ Contact: https://tariktalk.com/contact/ Follow Tarik Talk Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tariktalk/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tariktalk Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tariktalk X: https://x.com/tariktalk Explore Tarik Mendes Website: https://www.tarikmendes.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tarikmendes/ #TarikTalk #TarikTalkPodcast #SalonZurcher #NewYorkArtWeek #ArtFairs #ArtDiscovery #NYCArt

    Salon Zürcher (Season 55, Episode 6)

  3. 5d ago

    Independent Art Fair (Season 55, Episode 5)

    Independent Art Fair — Art, Discovery & New Perspectives | Tarik Talk — Season 55, Episode 5 Join artist and host Tarik Mendes as Tarik Talk explores Independent Art Fair during New York Art Week in September 2026. This episode celebrates the curiosity that draws us into an art fair—the work that catches our attention, the ideas that invite a closer look, and the encounters that stay with us afterward. Explore art through the connections between artists, galleries, and the people experiencing their work. Whether you’re discovering an unfamiliar artist or reconsidering something you thought you knew, join Tarik Talk for a moment of creative exploration in New York City. Subscribe for more art fair coverage, artist interviews, museum visits, and conversations from around the world. Explore Tarik Talk Website: https://tariktalk.com/ Episodes: https://tariktalk.com/episodes/ Art Fairs: https://tariktalk.com/art-fairs/ Contact: https://tariktalk.com/contact/ Follow Tarik Talk Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tariktalk/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tariktalk Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tariktalk X: https://x.com/tariktalk Explore Tarik Mendes Website: https://www.tarikmendes.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tarikmendes/ #TarikTalk #TarikTalkPodcast #IndependentArtFair #NewYorkArtWeek #ArtFairs #ArtDiscovery #NYCArt

    Independent Art Fair (Season 55, Episode 5)

  4. 5d ago

    The Armory Show (Season 55, Episode 4)

    The Armory Show — Art, Ideas & Discovery | Tarik Talk — Season 55, Episode 4 Join artist and host Tarik Mendes as Tarik Talk explores The Armory Show during New York Art Week in September 2026. This episode takes you into the art fair experience, reflecting on the artworks, gallery presentations, and creative encounters that make discovering art so compelling. From striking paintings to sculptural forms, each encounter offers a chance to pause, look closer, and consider a different perspective. Whether you’re an artist, collector, or simply curious about contemporary art, join Tarik Talk for a journey through art, ideas, and connection in New York City. Subscribe for more art fair coverage, artist interviews, museum visits, and conversations from around the world. Explore Tarik Talk Website: https://tariktalk.com/ Episodes: https://tariktalk.com/episodes/ Art Fairs: https://tariktalk.com/art-fairs/ Contact: https://tariktalk.com/contact/ Follow Tarik Talk Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tariktalk/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tariktalk Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tariktalk X: https://x.com/tariktalk Explore Tarik Mendes Website: https://www.tarikmendes.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tarikmendes/ #TarikTalk #TarikTalkPodcast #TheArmoryShow #ArmoryShow #NewYorkArtWeek #ContemporaryArt #ArtFairs #NYCArt

    The Armory Show (Season 55, Episode 4)

  5. Sep 30

    Affordable Art Fair NYC (Season 55, Episode 3)

    Affordable Art Fair NYC — Art for More People | Tarik Talk — Season 55, Episode 3 Join artist and host Tarik Mendes as Tarik Talk explores Affordable Art Fair NYC during New York Art Week in September 2026. This episode celebrates the joy of discovering contemporary art, connecting with galleries, and finding work that speaks to you. From first-time buyers to longtime collectors, the conversation invites everyone to approach art with curiosity and explore their own tastes. Step into a world of color, creativity, and connection—and discover how collecting art can begin with a single piece you love. Subscribe to Tarik Talk for more art fair coverage, artist interviews, museum visits, and conversations from around the world. Explore Tarik Talk Website: https://tariktalk.com/ Episodes: https://tariktalk.com/episodes/ Art Fairs: https://tariktalk.com/art-fairs/ Contact: https://tariktalk.com/contact/ Follow Tarik Talk Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tariktalk/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tariktalk Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tariktalk X: https://x.com/tariktalk Explore Tarik Mendes Website: https://www.tarikmendes.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tarikmendes/ #TarikTalk #TarikTalkPodcast #AffordableArtFair #AffordableArtFairNYC #NewYorkArtWeek #ContemporaryArt #ArtCollecting #NYCArt

    Affordable Art Fair NYC (Season 55, Episode 3)

  6. Sep 29

    New York City Art Week (Season 55, Episode 2)

    New York Art Week — September 2026 | Tarik Talk — Season 55, Episode 2 New York, art, and a city full of possibilities. Join artist and host Tarik Mendes for a look back at New York Art Week in September 2026, exploring the art fairs, creative encounters, and conversations that brought the city’s art scene into focus. This episode introduces Tarik Talk’s New York art fair coverage, celebrating the artists, galleries, curators, and communities behind the work. From discovering new voices to seeing familiar ideas in unexpected ways, it’s an invitation to experience art through curiosity and connection. Subscribe to Tarik Talk and follow along for upcoming episodes, art fair highlights, and behind-the-scenes moments. Explore Tarik Talk Website: https://tariktalk.com/ Episodes: https://tariktalk.com/episodes/ Art Fairs: https://tariktalk.com/art-fairs/ Contact: https://tariktalk.com/contact/ Follow Tarik Talk Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tariktalk/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tariktalk Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tariktalk X: https://x.com/tariktalk Explore Tarik Mendes Website: https://www.tarikmendes.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tarikmendes/ #TarikTalk #TarikTalkPodcast #NewYorkArtWeek #NYCArt #ContemporaryArt #ArtFairs

    New York City Art Week (Season 55, Episode 2)

  7. Sep 15

    Guggenheim Bilbao — The Museum That Transformed a City (Season 55, Episode 1)

    Guggenheim Bilbao — The Museum That Transformed a City Season 55, Episode 1 In this episode of Tarik Talk, Tarik Mendes travels to Bilbao, Spain, to explore one of the most influential museums of contemporary architecture and culture: the Guggenheim Museum Bilbao. Designed by architect Frank Gehry and opened in 1997, the Guggenheim Bilbao became far more than a place to experience art. Its sweeping titanium forms transformed Bilbao’s waterfront and helped reshape the international perception of the city—creating a cultural phenomenon that became known as the “Bilbao Effect.” But can a museum really transform an entire city? Tarik explores the museum, its extraordinary architecture, monumental installations, and the relationship between contemporary art and the urban environment. The episode looks beyond the building itself to consider how ambitious cultural institutions can influence tourism, economic development, civic identity, architecture, and the way people experience a city. It is also a personal exploration of a question at the heart of Tarik Talk: Why does access to major cultural institutions matter? What happens when a city makes a bold investment in art and culture? Can architecture become a catalyst for change? And nearly three decades later, what can other cities learn from Bilbao? Join Tarik Talk in Bilbao as we explore the museum that didn't simply change the city's skyline—it helped change the story Bilbao told about itself to the world. Guggenheim Bilbao — The Museum That Transformed a City Bilbao, Spain Season 55, Episode 1 Follow Tarik Talk 🌐 Website: TarikTalk.com 📸 Instagram: @tariktalk 🎵 TikTok: @tariktalkpodcast ▶️ YouTube: @tariktalkpodcast 📘 Facebook: Tarik Talk 𝕏 X: @tariktalk 📝 Substack: @tariktalkpodcast 📌 Pinterest: Tarik Talk Podcast Listen to Tarik Talk on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, iHeartRadio, and YouTube. Art. Culture. Conversations. Around the world. #TarikTalk #TarikTalkPodcast #GuggenheimBilbao #Guggenheim #Bilbao #FrankGehry #ContemporaryArt #Architecture #ArtPodcast #Spain

    Guggenheim Bilbao — The Museum That Transformed a City (Season 55, Episode 1)

  8. Sep 14

    La Pedrera - Inside Gaudí’s Sculptural Masterpiece (Season 54, Episode 6)

    La Pedrera — Inside Gaudí’s Sculptural Masterpiece Season 54, Episode 6 In this episode of Tarik Talk, Tarik Mendes continues his journey through Barcelona, Spain, with a visit to La Pedrera — Casa Milà, one of Antoni Gaudí’s most extraordinary architectural creations. With its undulating stone façade, twisting iron balconies, flowing interiors, and surreal rooftop, La Pedrera challenges almost everything we expect a building to be. Instead of rigid lines and traditional forms, Gaudí created an architectural landscape shaped by movement, nature, sculpture, and imagination. The experience becomes even more remarkable on the rooftop, where chimneys, ventilation towers, stairwells, and sculptural forms transform functional architecture into something that feels almost otherworldly. Walking through La Pedrera is a reminder that, for Gaudí, even the most practical elements of a building could become works of art. In this episode, Tarik explores the details, spaces, and ideas that make La Pedrera so distinctive while reflecting on Gaudí’s ability to completely rethink the relationship between art, architecture, nature, and everyday life. What happens when architecture stops being a structure around us and becomes a sculpture we can actually live inside? Join Tarik Talk in Barcelona as we step inside La Pedrera and experience Gaudí’s sculptural masterpiece. La Pedrera — Inside Gaudí’s Sculptural Masterpiece Barcelona, Spain Season 54, Episode 6 Follow Tarik Talk 🌐 Website: TarikTalk.com 📸 Instagram: @tariktalk 🎵 TikTok: @tariktalkpodcast ▶️ YouTube: @tariktalkpodcast 📘 Facebook: Tarik Talk 𝕏 X: @tariktalk 📝 Substack: @tariktalkpodcast 📌 Pinterest: Tarik Talk Podcast Listen to Tarik Talk on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, iHeartRadio, and YouTube. Art. Culture. Conversations. Around the world. #TarikTalk #TarikTalkPodcast #LaPedrera #CasaMila #AntoniGaudi #Gaudi #Barcelona #BarcelonaSpain #Architecture #ArtPodcast

    La Pedrera - Inside Gaudí’s Sculptural Masterpiece (Season 54, Episode 6)
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Brazilian artist, Tarik Mendes hosts Tarik Talk, a podcast committed to the art world. Listen in to unique interviews with talented guests artists, dealers, curators and more. At times with other talented guests from the music, acting, journalism industries. Find out the magic of art and it’s way of connecting us all! Check out @tariktalk for images of the guests and their works from each episode. Also follow @tarikmendes for his latest adventures!

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  • Creator
    Tarik Mendes
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    331
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Tarik Mendes 2023
  • Show Website
    Tarik Talk