Design, ecology, culture: a podcast for every taste

BUGIE!

"With electric cars, you'll be left stranded". "It's always been this hot". "AI will take our jobs". How many times have we heard these oversimplified explanations for complex environmental, climatic, or social issues? The podcast Lies, produced by LifeGate in collaboration with Jaguar Land Rover Italia, tackles and debunks these myths and slogans, revealing the complexity behind the headlines. Hosted and curated by Pietro Minto, a journalist and author with expertise in technology and digital culture, this seven-episode series features interviews with leading experts in sustainability and innovation.

STORIE DALLA GRANDE BRERA
 

On December 8, 2024, after 52 years of anticipation, the dream of the Great Brera will finally be realized with the opening of Palazzo Citterio to the public. This podcast series delves into the history of Milan's Pinacoteca di Brera, unfolding through iconic places, masterpieces, and historical figures. The journey begins with the Pantheon in the Courtyard of Honour, then explores the statue of Napoleon, as well as prominent female figures such as art critic Fernanda Wittgens and mathematician Gaetana Agnesi. The series concludes with the opening of Palazzo Citterio as a new exhibition space for 20th-century art, which welcomed 11,540 visitors in its first month alone. Stories from the Grand Brera is a series produced by Chora Media, in collaboration with the Pinacoteca di Brera and the Amici di Brera, hosted by Marco Carminati.

DI SANA PIANTA

Plants have memory and communicate with one another through chemical signals and roots, making decisions such as how to search for nourishment or protect themselves from predators.
In each episode of this podcast, which lasts between 15 and 25 minutes, Stefano Mancuso – a world-renowned scientist, plant neurobiologist, and professor at the University of Florence – takes us on a journey into the fascinating world of plants. He shares anecdotes, studies, and stories that have reshaped the way humans perceive the plant kingdom.

THE COLOUR AUTHORITY
 

A Podcast on Everything You Need to Know About Colour. In each episode, Judith van Vliet interviews an expert or industry leader on various colour-related topics. The guests, who vary from episode to episode, delve deeply into subjects such as colour psychology, colour trends, design, and art. The interviews are conducted in English and feature architects, designers, chefs, psychologists, and trendsetters from around the world. Among the most popular episodes are those with Bethan Laura Wood, Serena Confalonieri, Piet Hein Eek, Fernando Laposse, and Formafantasma.
 

COSA C’ENTRA

In an attempt to answer the question "What does design have to do with our daily lives and the global challenges we face?", Chiara Alessi, curator and critic, explores the relationship between design and other cultural realms, including politics, philosophy, art, and society at large. The format is diverse, alternating between the author’s monologues and interviews with designers, curators, artists, and experts. Each episode focuses on a specific theme and typically lasts between 20 and 40 minutes.
 

PAESE CHE FAI

Italy is a country of countries. A few large cities, many provinces in between, and countless small – sometimes very small – municipalities. What binds this constellation of fragmented yet distinct realities together? The stories of people and businesses that have chosen to invest in their local communities, becoming true driving forces that breathe new life into the places they inhabit and cherish. Paese che fai explores various Italian territories, uncovering the complexities that not only define but also enrich them. Riccardo Vedovato, the host, is joined by the voices of those who know these regions intimately, offering insights into their nuances and unique characteristics.