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THE BENT POD

by Christian Rex van Minnen

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Latest episodes

  • Ep. 4 - Colleen Barry: Reclaiming Beauty

    October 9, 2026 · 1 hr 18 min

    In this conversation, Christian and Colleen discuss the challenges and successes of content creation and the art world, reflecting on personal experiences and broader cultural shifts. They explore the balance between artistic expression…

  • Ep. 3 - Ben Valentine: Bathtub Gin Artists

    October 2, 2026 · 1 hr 31 min

    In this episode, Ben Valentine and I talk about learning old master's techniques on our own, and the value being a 'bathtub gin' artist. We discuss learning traditional techniques, the influence of the old masters, and the sacrifices that…

  • Ep. 2 - Larry Madrigal: Pentimento

    September 17, 2026 · 1 hr 33 min

    In this episode I sit down with one of my favorite painters and good friend Larry Madrigal. I can talk to Larry for hours, and we often do. This conversation covers topics related to digital space, art, authenticity, and humor. It delves…

  • Ep. 1 - Sara Birns: Hold Onto This For Dear Life

    September 3, 2026 · 2 hr 36 min

    The first conversation on The Bent Pod- and the origin story of the club itself. Sara Birns walked into Christian's Santa Cruz studio with a sketchbook and became the first apprentice to a project that would reintroduce the lost techniques…

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About the show

Conversations with painters- about technique, history and the strange and beautiful life of making pictures. Hosted by painter Christian Rex van Minnen. The Bent is a painters' club founded in Rome in 1620, banned in 1720 and revived 300 years later at thebent.club. Inside: live paint-along sessions in the Old Master's method, a ever-growing curriculum, vibrant community discussions and member profiles to share paintings and connect with one another. For painters and lovers of Old painting. The Bent meets weekly, the door is open. Get Bent