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Alain Elkann Interviews

Alain Elkann
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Alain Elkann Interviews podcasts are an unprecedented window into the minds of some of the most well-known and -respected figures of the last twenty-five years. Alain Elkann has mastered the art of the interview, approaching the task as somewhere between snapping a photograph and writing a short story. With a background in novels and journalism, and having published over twenty books translated ac... more

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PROMOTING ITALIAN CULTURE AND BRIDGING CULTURAL DIVIDES. Claudio Pagliara is a journalist who became the Director of the Italian Cultural Institute on Park Avenue in New York in September 2025, soon after he completed his term as head of the RAI Radi... more

ANTHROPOLOGY REGENERATES CULTURE. Simone Verde is a museologist and art historian who was appointed Director of the Uffizi Galleries in Florence, Italy, in December 2023, replacing Eike Schmidt who moved to Capodimonte. From 2014 to 2016 Simone Verde... more

THE REGENERATION OF THE FRICK. Axel Rüger is a German art historian, curator and museum director. Director of the Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam from 2006 to 2019, he previously worked as a curator of Dutch art at the National Gallery in London. He led... more

REALISING WONDERFUL IDEAS. Colin Bailey is a British art historian and Director of the Morgan Library & Museum in New York City. He is a scholar of eighteenth and nineteenth century French art, with a specific interest in the artist Pierre-Auguste Re... more

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Axel Rüger
New director of The Frick Collection
The Frick Collection
Episode: Inside New York's Most Beloved Museum: Axel Rüger on the New Era of The Frick - 271 - Alain Elkann Interviews
Simone Fattal
A great artist known for her exhibitions worldwide.
Exhibiting artist
Episode: "Identity Is Something You Choose" — Simone Fattal on Art, Exile, and Belonging - 266 - Alain Elkann Interviews
Riccardo Di Segni
Chief Rabbi of Rome, known for his roles in both religious and medical fields
Roman Jewish Community
Episode: What It Means to Be Jewish Today: The Chief Rabbi of Rome - Riccardo Di Segni - 265 - Alain Elkann Interviews
Amos Gitai
Renowned Israeli filmmaker known for his contributions to cinema and theater.
Episode: Amos Gitai: "Our Voyage on This Beautiful Planet Is Short - Do What You Love" - 255 - Alain Elkann Interviews
Maja Hoffmann
Philanthropist, collector, film director, and founder of the LUMA Foundation
LUMA Foundation
Episode: Inside LUMA Arles: Maja Hoffmann on Art, Nature & Change - 252 - Alain Elkann Interviews
David McDermott
A well-known artist and oil painter, devoted to time experimentation.
Episode: David McDermott on Living in the Past: I Time Traveled Through Art - 246 - Alain Elkann Interviews
Lucy Moore
A well-known biographer who wrote about Christopher Gibbs.
Episode: From Antiques to Albany: Lucy Moore on Christopher Gibbs - 244 - Alain Elkann Interviews
Sir John Chipman
Executive Chairman of INA International Institute for Strategic Studies and Senior Advisor at Centricus
INA International Institute for Strategic Studies
Episode: Sir John Chipman on the New Global Threats: We Are Not Ready for What's Coming - 241 - Alain Elkann Interviews
Piers Secunda
An artist known for addressing themes of cultural destruction through his work
Episode: Piers Secunda Turns War Zones into Art - Here's Why It Matters - 240 - Alain Elkann Interviews

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Alain Elkann
Host of engaging interviews with notable figures, infusing them with narrative depth and personal insight.

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4.5 out of 5 stars from 23 ratings
  • Fascinating guests

    Thank you for presenting interesting characters. The audio or microphone on Mr Elkann is often muddled, creating confusion and requiring several ‘rewind’ actions to seek clarity.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    r5t370
    United States10 months ago
  • Amazing podcast

    Alain Elkann is a real craftsman of the art of interview, he has a magical way to make you discover the story, ideas and mind of the people he interviews, it is a must listen for anyone with a curious mind and a desire to try to understand the world...

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Montreal/Paris
    France6 years ago

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The insightful perspectives from featured guests resonate well, appealing to individuals interested in extensive and meaningful dialogues.
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Listeners appreciate the diversity of guests and the depth of conversation, often noting the unique storytelling approach of the host.

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Inside New York's Most Beloved Museum: Axel Rüger on the New Era of The Frick - 271 - Alain Elkann Interviews
Q: What is your vision for the future exhibitions at The Frick?
We have inherited a program that will take us into 2027, with significant exhibitions planned.
Inside New York's Most Beloved Museum: Axel Rüger on the New Era of The Frick - 271 - Alain Elkann Interviews
Q: How do you position yourself compared to the Metropolitan Museum?
We offer a unique quality with a manageable collection that doesn't overwhelm visitors.
Professor Eugene Rogan: The Arabs - How the Modern Middle East Was Shaped- 269 - Alain Elkann Interviews
Q: What role can countries like the UAE, Qatar, Oman, and Kuwait play in this region?
These countries are significant because they provide resources for their citizens and have shown willingness to reach out to Israel and stabilize the region.
Professor Eugene Rogan: The Arabs - How the Modern Middle East Was Shaped- 269 - Alain Elkann Interviews
Q: Can you please tell us in a few words who are the Arabs?
The Arabs are people united by the Arabic language and a common history, and they recognize themselves through organizations like the Arab League.
Is Design Art? Inside the Gallery Shaping the Icons of the 21st Century: Clémence and Didier Krzentowski - 268 - Alain Elkann Interviews
Q: Do you believe that design is art?
Yes, design is indeed a form of art. Some pieces serve as practical items while others are purely artistic, blurring the lines between functionality and aesthetics.

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Recent guests on Alain Elkann Interviews include:

1. Axel Rüger
2. Simone Fattal
3. Riccardo Di Segni
4. Amos Gitai
5. Maja Hoffmann
6. David McDermott
7. Lucy Moore
8. Sir John Chipman

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