Pearl Lam (林明珠) sits with Ben Luke, a leading contemporary art critic, to explore how art can bridge social and political divides. They discuss the role of curators, the value of formal art education, and how creativity, education, and open dialogue can foster empathy, understanding, and build a more connected and compassionate society.
Ben Luke is a British art critic, writer, and broadcaster. A contributing editor at The Art Newspaper, he hosts its acclaimed podcasts ‘The Week in Art’ and ‘A Brush with…’, where he interviews leading artists about their influences, ideas, and creative practice. His book ‘What Is Art For?’ builds on conversations from ‘A Brush with…’, exploring how artists shape, question, and reflect the world today.
