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UK Desk for Arts Express

A dedicated archive of Jack Clarke's segments from the acclaimed WBAI Radio - NYC show, Arts Express. Each 15-30 minute episode brings you in-depth coverage of film, arts news, and exclusive scoops, all delivered with a hard-core political edge. Dive into art alerts and Best Of The Net Hotspots, offering listeners the latest and greatest in the arts world.



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Interviews Society & Culture Books Culture Reviews Tv & Film Arts
Update frequency
every 5 days
Average duration
18 minutes
Episodes
40
Years Active
2024 - 2025
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UK Desk for Arts Express 10-29-24: Embracing Avant-Garde sound with David Stubbs

UK Desk for Arts Express 10-29-24: Embracing Avant-Garde sound with David Stubbs

In this episode of Arts Express, UK Desk host Jack Clarke delves into the world of experimental sound and visual art with author and music journalist David Stubbs. Exploring his latest book, Fear of …

00:25:18  |   Fri 01 Nov 2024
UK Desk for Arts Express 10-23-24: Sinwar, Struggle, and Survival.

UK Desk for Arts Express 10-23-24: Sinwar, Struggle, and Survival.

In this episode of the UK Desk for Arts Express, Jack Clarke delves into the ongoing Israeli-Palestinian conflict, analysing the deeper ramifications of the current crisis, including the death of Ham…

00:10:24  |   Thu 24 Oct 2024
UK Desk for Arts Express 10-16-24: Ian Nathan on Steven Spielberg's Cinematic Legacy

UK Desk for Arts Express 10-16-24: Ian Nathan on Steven Spielberg's Cinematic Legacy

In this episode of Arts Express, UK Desk host Jack Clarke dives into the world of Steven Spielberg with acclaimed film historian and critic Ian Nathan. Exploring the director’s lasting influence on m…

00:33:10  |   Sun 20 Oct 2024
UK Desk for Arts Express 10-09-24: Wesley Vander Lugt on the Theological Vision of Georges Rouault

UK Desk for Arts Express 10-09-24: Wesley Vander Lugt on the Theological Vision of Georges Rouault

In this episode of Arts Express, UK Desk host Jack Clarke interviews theologian, writer, and arts advocate Wesley Vander Lugt. With a PhD in Theology, Imagination, and the Arts from the University of…

00:26:27  |   Thu 10 Oct 2024
UK Desk for Arts Express 10-02-24: Mary Caldwell on Honouring Bobby Caldwell's Legacy and the Love Behind the Music

UK Desk for Arts Express 10-02-24: Mary Caldwell on Honouring Bobby Caldwell's Legacy and the Love Behind the Music

In this special episode of the UK Desk Arts Express, host Jack Clarke conducts an intimate interview with Mary Caldwell, wife of the late and legendary singer-songwriter Bobby Caldwell. As a lifelong…

00:24:35  |   Thu 03 Oct 2024
UK Desk for Arts Express 9-25-24: Dismantling the Digital Cage – A Review of Anti-Oculus: A Philosophy of Escape

UK Desk for Arts Express 9-25-24: Dismantling the Digital Cage – A Review of Anti-Oculus: A Philosophy of Escape

In this episode, Jack Clarke dives deep into Anti-Oculus: A Philosophy of Escape, unpacking the authors' exploration of digital capitalism, cybernetic governance, and the philosophical pursuit of lib…

00:08:31  |   Thu 26 Sep 2024
UK Desk for Arts Express 9-18-24: Digital Despair: Mike Watson on Hungry Ghosts in the Machine

UK Desk for Arts Express 9-18-24: Digital Despair: Mike Watson on Hungry Ghosts in the Machine

In this episode of the UK Desk Arts Express, host Jack Clarke delves into the intriguing world of digital capitalism and cultural critique with author Mike Watson. Clarke engages Watson in a lively d…

00:21:37  |   Thu 19 Sep 2024
UK Desk for Arts Express 9-11-24: A People Under Siege: Unionist Identity in Northern Ireland's Uncertain Future

UK Desk for Arts Express 9-11-24: A People Under Siege: Unionist Identity in Northern Ireland's Uncertain Future

We wade into the deep waters of Northern Ireland's tumultuous history, unpacking the existential dilemmas faced by Unionists as they grapple with their identity amidst a backdrop of constant uncertai…
00:22:00  |   Thu 12 Sep 2024
UK Desk for Arts Express 9-4-24: Gaming the System: Military Recruitment and Video Games ft. Dr. Matthew Alford

UK Desk for Arts Express 9-4-24: Gaming the System: Military Recruitment and Video Games ft. Dr. Matthew Alford

In this edition of the UK Desk for Arts Express, airing on September 4th, 2024, host Jack Clarke sits down with Dr. Matthew Alford, co-producer of the groundbreaking documentary Theatres of War (2022…

00:14:36  |   Wed 04 Sep 2024
UK Desk for Arts Express 8-28-24: Unraveling the Myths of the Templars ft. Dr. Steve Tibble

UK Desk for Arts Express 8-28-24: Unraveling the Myths of the Templars ft. Dr. Steve Tibble

In this episode of Arts Express, the UK Desk brings you an engaging discussion with Dr. Steve Tibble, author of Templars: The Knights Who Made Britain. Host Jack Clarke delves deep into the fascinati…
00:23:54  |   Fri 30 Aug 2024
UK Desk for Arts Express 8-21-24:  A Conversation with Huda Ammori, co-founder of the Palestine Action.

UK Desk for Arts Express 8-21-24: A Conversation with Huda Ammori, co-founder of the Palestine Action.

In this episode, Jack Clarke interviews Huda Ammori, co-founder of Palestine Action, discussing their direct action tactics against UK weapons factories and banks complicit in Israeli apartheid. They…
00:24:47  |   Thu 22 Aug 2024
UK Desk for Arts Express 8-14-24: Making sense of the UK Race Riots ft. Dr. Aaron Edwards & Josh Fleming

UK Desk for Arts Express 8-14-24: Making sense of the UK Race Riots ft. Dr. Aaron Edwards & Josh Fleming

The recent events have been a stark reminder of the dangerous path we are treading. The far-right riots, fueled by hatred and misinformation, are tearing apart the very fabric of our society.


Jack Cl…

00:20:57  |   Thu 15 Aug 2024
UK Desk for Arts Express 8-7-24: Malon Murape on Greenwashing, Art and Activism in Africa

UK Desk for Arts Express 8-7-24: Malon Murape on Greenwashing, Art and Activism in Africa

In this powerful episode of Arts Express, we sit down with Zimbabwean filmmaker Malon Murape to discuss his evocative short film, The Dry Harvest. The film addresses the harsh realities of climate ch…

00:14:59  |   Thu 08 Aug 2024
UK Desk for Arts Express 7-31-24: Policing the Dystopia - Power, Resistance, and Illusions of Justice

UK Desk for Arts Express 7-31-24: Policing the Dystopia - Power, Resistance, and Illusions of Justice

In this episode, I deconstructed police brutality in both the UK and the US, exploring the systemic issues that have led to widespread abuse of power. We examined the mass resistance rising against t…

00:14:14  |   Thu 01 Aug 2024
UK Desk for Arts Express 7-24-24: How close are we to a third world war? ft. Dr. Matthew Alford

UK Desk for Arts Express 7-24-24: How close are we to a third world war? ft. Dr. Matthew Alford

How close are we to a third world war?


Well, if 1984's Threads has taught me anything, it's that a war might just be the catalyst Sheffield needs for some urban redevelopment.


Last night, I speak once …

00:14:15  |   Thu 25 Jul 2024
UK Desk for Arts Express 7-17-24: Interview with Richard Kuper (Jews for Justice for Palestinians)

UK Desk for Arts Express 7-17-24: Interview with Richard Kuper (Jews for Justice for Palestinians)

"The only thing that holds Israel together is the common enemy - it needs the Palestinians to stop its own society from falling apart..." - Richard Kuper


I was deeply honored to speak with Richard Kup…

00:14:59  |   Thu 25 Jul 2024
UK Desk for Arts Express 7-10-24: Living in a world with no future interview with Bram E Gieben

UK Desk for Arts Express 7-10-24: Living in a world with no future interview with Bram E Gieben

From Doomerism to deprivation, dive into my uncut interview with author Bram E. Gieben on his provocative new book, 'The Darkest Timeline.' Catch the full conversation that aired Wednesday night at 9…

00:25:22  |   Thu 25 Jul 2024
UK Desk for Arts Express 7-3-24: July 4th Election Special!

UK Desk for Arts Express 7-3-24: July 4th Election Special!

July 4th UK Election Special!

 

I chat with Dr. Matthew Alford, Professor in Politics, Languages and International Studies, D-list celebrity and Workers Party candidate for Bath.


We breakdown the Worke…

00:14:34  |   Thu 25 Jul 2024
UK Desk for Arts Express 6-26-24: Interview with filmmakers Glenda and Jesse Drew about 'Open Country'

UK Desk for Arts Express 6-26-24: Interview with filmmakers Glenda and Jesse Drew about 'Open Country'

Enlightening interview I had with filmmakers and UC Davis professors Jesse and Glenda Drew, where we delved into their compelling documentary, 'Open Country,' currently making waves across the US. Th…
00:24:11  |   Thu 25 Jul 2024
UK Desk for Arts Express 6-19-24:  The Two brothers and the Gold by Leo Tolstoy

UK Desk for Arts Express 6-19-24: The Two brothers and the Gold by Leo Tolstoy

I read the famous short story 'The Two brothers and the Gold by Leo Tolstoy' in my first ever show!

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00:06:56  |   Thu 25 Jul 2024
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