This episode focuses on TEFAF New York Art Fair. It is Season 49, Episode 3 of Tarik Talk.
Originally released May 16, 2026
About the TEFAF New York Art Fair Episode
In the TEFAF New York Art Fair episode, Tarik Talk focuses on the fair and the art, ideas and conversations around it. The episode is Season 49, Episode 3 of Tarik Talk, originally released on May 16, 2026, as part of a series of more than 330 episodes recorded live in more than 10 countries.
Interviews with artists, architects, curators, creatives and thinkers from around the world are at the heart of Tarik Talk, and this episode follows that same approach, turning to the fair in New York and the art world around it.
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Tarik Talk is an art-and-culture podcast hosted by Brazilian artist Tarik Mendes, exploring how art connects us all through intimate, in-depth conversations with artists and cultural voices around the world.
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Hosted by Brazilian artist Tarik Mendes, Tarik Talk explores the art world through intimate, in-depth interviews that celebrate artists, curators, gallery directors, museum professionals, collectors, architects, designers, and cross-industry guests. With more than 330 episodes produced across over 56 seasons and recorded live in more than 10 countries, the series has built an extensive archive of conversations about how art shapes culture and community. Produced in both video and audio formats, Tarik Talk is available on major streaming platforms, and you can explore all episodes and discover past guests anytime.
Episodes have been recorded on location at internationally recognized museums, galleries, art fairs, cultural institutions, public art installations, and artist studios, as well as in vibrant city art scenes such as Jersey City, New Jersey, including spaces like ART150 and Mana Contemporary. By documenting artists within the environments where they create and exhibit their work, the series preserves firsthand accounts of their creative journeys, working methods, and artistic philosophies, inviting listeners to connect more deeply with the magic of art.
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