The Truth In This Art: Stories That Matter

The Truth In This Art is an arts and culture podcast and artist interview podcast hosted by Rob Lee. Each episode features authentic, longform creative conversations with artists, creative thinkers, and cultural innovators—curators, gallerists, art historians, museum professionals, designers, filmmakers, musicians, writers, and community makers—who are shaping contemporary culture.

Hear real stories about the creative process, inspiration, identity, and impact: studio conversations, artist spotlights, origin stories, and behind‑the‑scenes insights into the art world, creative practice, and cultural entrepreneurship. With hundreds of episodes, this visual arts podcast explores painting, sculpture, photography, illustration, printmaking, ceramics, textile and fiber art, installation, performance, street art and murals, graffiti, digital and new media art, design, architecture, fashion, film, theater, dance, poetry, and literature.

From Baltimore and beyond, The Truth In This Art connects local voices with global ideas—highlighting emerging and influential creators, culture shapers, and change‑makers. If you’re looking for an art podcast that blends artist interviews, culture conversations, and stories that matter, you’ll find thoughtful, inspiring, and practical insights for artists, creatives, and culture lovers.

Subscribe for new episodes and discover how arts and culture influence community, place, and society. Follow Rob Lee’s conversations to learn about careers in art, creative resilience, collaboration, public art, exhibitions, and the broader cultural landscape.

Connect with us
We want to hear stories from Baltimore and beyond. If you’re an artist, curator, or cultural leader with something to share, send your story pitch to mtrthenetwork@gmail.com with “Pitch” in the subject line.