#46 – Is Satire Still Dangerous? | Brian Andrew Whiteley
Artist and provocateur Brian Andrew Whiteley joins The Truth In This Art . Whiteley is known for his politically charged work including the infamous Trump Tombstone.Whiteley reflects on his work including creepy clown performances. He shares how comics sparked his creative journey. Whiteley discusses why art that provokes discomfort can often spark the deepest conversations. Whiteley gets real about the legal and emotional fallout from controversial projects. Later, Whiteley shares what it means to stay committed to an experimental work, and Satellite Art Show's importance to artists.This is an honest, funny, and layered dialogue about creative risk, censorship, and what it takes to build something outside the system.Topics include:The story behind the Trump Tombstone—and how it led to a Secret Service investigationWhy embracing absurdity became central to his practiceBuilding Satellite Art Show as a true artist-first platformLearning to push past legal threats and backlash to stay true to his ideasWhy success isn’t about sales—it’s about freedom and community🎧 Want more? Explore the Satellite Art Show at satellite-show.com or follow Brian Andrew Whiteley on Instagram.