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Who VersusWhy Modern Art is BRUTAL(ism)In this episode, the guys dive into the new Adrien Brody movie and end up deep in a conversation about architecture—especially in D.C. They talk about the Beautiful Buildings Movement, why brutalism still gets so much hate, and the clash between modern and traditional design. They break down how architecture reflects politics and culture, and how some big-name architects have pretty controversial legacies. There’s also talk about how social media is changing who gets a say in design, why Art Deco stands out as a bold American style, and what went wrong with the Eisenhower Memorial. It’s...2025-05-291h 04
Politics By Faith w/Mike SlaterPolitics By Faith: The American Renaissance (Part I)American architecture has become UGLY. It wasn't always that way. What you're witnessing is actually symbolic of a far bigger problem. Mike Slater discusses this with Justin Shubow of the National Civic Art Society. This is the first part of a two-part series.
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2025-05-1728 minPolitics By Faith w/Mike SlaterPolitics By Faith: The American Renaissance (Part I)American architecture has become UGLY. It wasn't always that way. What you're witnessing is actually symbolic of a far bigger problem. Mike Slater discusses this with Justin Shubow of the National Civic Art Society. This is the first part of a two-part series.
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2025-05-1728 min
Hillsdale College Podcast Network SuperfeedClassical Architecture and Human FlourishingGuests: Miles Smith IV & Justin Shubow Host Scot Bertram talks with Miles Smith, assistant professor of History at Hillsdale College, about a recent essay he wrote on the historical role of the press in American politics. And Justin Shubow, president of the National Civic Art Society, lays out the roots of modern architecture and explains the importance of classical art and architecture in public spaces.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2025-04-0439 minThe Radio Free Hillsdale HourClassical Architecture and Human FlourishingGuests: Miles Smith IV & Justin Shubow Host Scot Bertram talks with Miles Smith, assistant professor of History at Hillsdale College, about a recent essay he wrote on the historical role of the press in American politics. And Justin Shubow, president of the National Civic Art Society, lays out the roots of modern architecture and explains the importance of classical art and architecture in public spaces.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2025-04-0439 min
Townhall Review | Conservative Commentary On Today's NewsDemocrats UnhingedTownhall Review – March 29, 2025 🔹 Signal Chat App SNAFU – Trump National Security Team overheard by Jeffery Goldberg of The Atlantic. Chris Stigall shares his thoughts. 🔹 Budget Passing Progress – GOP majority progress towards budget including Trump tax cuts. Hugh Hewitt discusses this with Majority Leader Steve Scalise. 🔹 State of the Democratic Party – On policy and on things that matter to Americans, Tony Perkins (Host of "This Week on Capitol Hill), discusses with Speaker of the House Mike Johnson, on his thoughts. 🔹 Democrats Unhinged – Utah Senator Mike Lee and Charlie kirk explore about the Democrats’ disarray and hysteria.2025-03-2841 min
The Richard Syrett ShowThe Trudeau Tragedy: A Nation’s Nightmare Ends in Humiliating DefeatMONOLOGUEThe Trudeau Tragedy: A Nation’s Nightmare Ends in Humiliating DefeatNEWSMAKERThe hidden agenda behind America's dystopian buildingshttps://www.wnd.com/2025/03/watch-justin-shubow-reveals-hidden-agenda-behind-americas-dystopian-buildings/ Justin Shubow, American Architecture Critic, President National Civic Art SocietyOPEN LINESTHE SOFA CINEFILENick Soter reviews "The Sound of Music"THE LIMRIDDLERFair PlaySense of fair play discerns right ver...2025-03-081h 32
The Andrew Klavan ShowThis Federal Agency Could Make Art In America Great Again | Justin ShubowJustin Shubow, President of the National Civic Art Society, presents his case for becoming the next Chair of the National Endowment for the Arts—an agency that could fundamentally reshape American culture. - - - Today’s Sponsor: Helix Sleep - Go to https://helixsleep.com/klavan to get an exclusive offer!
2025-01-2231 min
The Charles C. W. Cooke PodcastEpisode 79: Beautiful, Profound, and Moving — with Justin ShubowOn episode 79, Charles talks to Justin Shubow, the president of the National Civic Art Society, about the importance of classical architecture. What is classical architecture? Why is it "humanistic"? What's wrong with modern art? Why do people defend it? Would it be too expensive to return to classical architecture? Why was Penn Station knocked down? Should it be rebuilt? What are the prospects of a renaissance in architecture under Donald Trump?The dial-up tone in the introduction was recorded by lintphishx and is used under a CC 3.0 License.
2025-01-2240 min
The Breitbart News Daily PodcastGet Ready For Donald Trump's Second Inauguration!; Guest: Justin Shubow, President of the National Civic Art SocietyToday's podcast begins and is focused on the historic day that's about to unfold: President-Elect Donald J. Trump's second Inauguration. Don't miss it as our host, Mike Slater, covers all of the ins and outs of the proceedings and what we can all do to MAKE AMERICA GREAT AGAIN.Following the opener, Justin Shubow, President of the National Civic Art Society, joins the program to talk about how America's "soul" can be restored by a return to classic American architecture for the instutions that originally made this nation so amazing!
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Blaze News TonightTrump Is Entrusting His Life to THIS Controversial Secret Service Pick | 1/17/25Blaze News senior politics editor ChristopherBedford explains how Matt Gaetz made Pete Hegseth’s nomination possible, thenew Democrat talking point about a Republican oligarchy, and Biden’sannouncement that the Equal Rights Amendment is now ratified. Susan Crabtree,the national political correspondent for RealClearPolitics, joins to discussTrump’s pick of Sean Curran to head his Secret Service and what reforms areneeded after two assassination attempts against the president-elect. Finally,Justin Shubow, an architectural critic and president of National Civic ArtSoci...2025-01-1850 min
The Ricochet PodcastBeautifying the Buildings that Shape UsThe National Endowment for the Arts has been with us for sixty years, coinciding conspicuously with the ascendancy of nihilistic works that pollute our public spaces. Justin Shubow aims to change all of that. He's a top candidate to chair the NEA under the second Trump administration and has a particular interest in the proper design of federal architecture. What have columns and Roman arches to do with the re-moralization of the free citizen? Listen in to find out. Plus, James, Steve and Charlie adjust to Biden's just-declared 28th amendment; they work their way through the confirmation hearing h...2025-01-171h 01
Federalist Radio HourMake Art Great AgainOn this episode of "The Federalist Radio Hour," National Civic Art Society President Justin Shubow joins The Federalist's Senior Elections Correspondent Matt Kittle to discuss the importance of restoring Washington, D.C., architecture to its classical roots, explain his unprecedented removal from U.S. Commission of Fine Arts by President Joe Biden, and outline his vision for how to redeem the National Endowment for the Arts. If you care about combatting the corrupt media that continue to inflict devastating damage, please give a gift to help The Federalist do the real journalism America needs.2025-01-1641 min
First Things PodcastMake Buildings Beautiful AgainIn this episode, Justin Shubow joins Rusty Reno at The Editor’s Desk to talk about his essay, “Monument to Failure” from the March 2016 print edition of the magazine and the importance of the National Endowment for the Arts. Please subscribe to the magazine at www.firstthings.com/subscribe in order to access this and many other great pieces!2025-01-1246 min
The Untold Story with Martha MacCallumThe Revival Of Classical Architecture With Justin ShubowThe President of the National Civics Art Society, Justin Shubow, advocates for classical architecture, which has become uncommon in the modern age. Despite the public debate, he claims classical architecture can inspire meaning for public buildings. Justin and Martha discuss the possibility of rebuilding New York's Penn Station to have a similar "wow factor" as Grand Central Station, attracting more than just travelers because of its beauty. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices2024-12-2724 min
The Victor Davis Hanson ShowThe New Movement: Art, Immigration and DiplomacyIn this episode, Victor Davis Hanson and cohost Jack Fowler talk with Justin Shubow about American Monuments and the NEA, and then they examine the mandates for the new administration, assassin Mangione a reflection on university graduates, defending Netanyahu against countries complying with ICC, Christmas movies and the hope that DEI is over in the film industry.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.2024-12-241h 28
The Daily SignalHow Trump Can Make America Beautiful AgainOn today’s edition of “The Daily Signal Podcast,” we share a conversation from The Daily Signal’s “Signal Sitdown.” Justin Shubow, president of the National Civic Art Society, joins Bradley Devlin to discuss President-elect Donald Trump’s promise to undertake efforts to get rid of ugly public buildings and beautify American cities. Enjoy the show!Keep Up With The Daily SignalSign up for our email newsletters: https://www.dailysignal.com/email Subscribe to our other shows: 2024-12-2251 min
The Signal SitdownJustin Shubow: Here's How Trump Can Make America Beautiful AgainShortly after President-elect Donald Trump announced his 2024 presidential bid, the former and now future president released some preliminary policy objectives. Among them, Trump promised that, if put back in office, his administration would undertake efforts to get rid of ugly public buildings and beautify American cities. This week on The Signal Sitdown, my guest was someone who can, and already has in the previous Trump administration, help the next president deliver on his promise to make America beautiful again.Justin Shubow is the president of the National Civic Art Society, a nonprofit that promotes the revitalization of...2024-12-1951 min
City Journal AudioMaking Architecture Classical AgainJustin Shubow joins John Hirschauer to discuss the future of the National Endowment for the Arts under the second Trump administration.2024-12-1118 min
City Journal AudioMaking Architecture Classical AgainJustin Shubow joins John Hirschauer to discuss the future of the National Endowment for the Arts under the second Trump administration.2024-12-1118 min
The Aaron Renn ShowJUSTIN SHUBOW: Making Buildings BeautifulJustin Shubow is the president of the National Civic Art Society, a non-profit organization headquartered in Washington, D.C. that promotes the classical and humanistic tradition in public art and architecture. He was also formerly the chairman of the US Commission of Fine Arts. He joins me to talk about our public buildings and how to make them beautiful.Note that this podcast includes a discussion of specific buildings. Pictures of these buildings are shown in the video version of the podcast, which you can watch on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n6MwHNiEgcQ2024-11-1840 min
Architecture and InnovationJustin Shubow | President of National Civic Arts SocietyThe Lasting Impact of Classical Architecture with Justin ShubowThis episode of the Architecture and Innovation podcast features an in-depth conversation with Justin Shubow, president of the National Civic Arts Society. The discussion covers the influence and importance of classical architecture, the continuous impact of historical designs like those of Greece and Rome, and the philosophy behind architecture's effect on public consciousness and civic virtue. Shubo reflects on timeless design principles, the need for beauty in public buildings, and the divergence of architect and layperson perspectives. The talk emphasizes that architecture should transcend contemporary trends to serve...2024-10-3032 min
DC EKGJustin Shubow on the Politics of Architecture and How to Make America Beautiful AgainIn this conversation, Joe Grogan and Justin Schubow discuss the recent World War I Memorial in Washington, D.C., exploring its artistic significance, contrasting it with other memorials, and examining the broader implications of architectural design in the city. Schubow emphasizes the importance of classical architecture and critiques modernist designs, advocating for a revitalization of Washington's aesthetic integrity. The discussion also touches on the political dynamics surrounding architectural commissions and the need for a more inviting public space in the nation's capital.2024-10-2856 min
Moment of TruthMake America Beautiful Again (ft. Justin Shubow)In Today’s episode of Moment of Truth, Saurabh sits down with Justin Shubow, President of National Civic Art Society and 11th Chairman of the U.S. Commission on Fine Arts, to discuss the role architecture plays in American history and society, what styles make America beautiful, and how we can make memorials in DC beautiful once again.#JustinShubow #CivicArt #WashingtonDC #Architecture #Eisenhower #WWI #Building #Memorials #Art Justin Shubow is president of the National Civic Art Society, a non-profit organization headquartered in Washington, D.C. that promotes the classical and humanistic tradition in pu...2024-10-281h 10
The Law & Liberty PodcastThe Architecture of the RepublicJustin Shubow joins host Rachel Lu to talk about the importance of beautiful government buildings and the possibility of a classical revival. 2023-11-2043 minDC EKGMeaning of architecture in federal buildings and designJustin Shubow joins Eric and Joe to share insights and history of the best, worst, and most brutal of government buildings and monuments.2023-11-0656 min
USModernist Radio - Architecture You Love#314/Et Tu, Brutalism? Concrete Love with Owen Hopkins + Musical Guests PoinsettiaArchitectural historian Owen Hopkins has written or edited 16 books on architecture and his stories have appeared in Architectural Design, Dezeen, the Independent, and Blueprint, among many others. A graduate of the Courtauld Institute in London, Owen has served as architectural program curator at the Royal Academy of Arts, senior curator at Sir John Soane’s Museum, and now the director of Newcastle University’s new Farrell Centre. His latest book is about brutalism, those large concrete buildings many people love and King Charles and critics Roger Scruton and Dr. J. S. Curl and Justin Shubow hate hate hate hate hate. Di...2023-08-2147 min
First Things PodcastThe Future of Classical Civic ArchitectureOn this episode, Justin Shubow discusses his time as Chairman of the United States Commission of Fine Arts, as well as the future of classical design in federal architecture.
Music by Advent Chamber Orchestra via Creative Commons.2023-07-1729 min
Giving VenturesBeauty and LibertyOn the latest episode of Giving Ventures, host and DonorsTrust Vice President Peter Lipsett talks with Marion Smith, president and CEO of the Common Sense Society; Margarita Mooney, executive director of Scala Foundation; and Justin Shubow, president of the National Civic Art Society. All three touch on the importance of beauty and the role it plays in securing freedom.2023-02-1442 min
MMKI Kultúrsokk podcast - ÉpítészetTesztoszteronépítészet Extra: Erhardt Gáborral és Smiló Dáviddal beszélget Wesselényi-Garay Andor – MMKI Kultúrsokk PodcastKülönkiadással jelentkezik az Esték a Hild-villában – Tesztoszteronépítészet II. című online beszélgetéssorozat,
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A két beszélgetőpartner Erhardt Gábor és Smiló Dávid, az est házigazdája Wesselényi-Garay Andor.2022-08-123h 00
USModernist Radio - Architecture You Love#178/No More Federal Modernism: Classicist Catesby Leigh + Musical Guest Lucy WoodwardSome Classicists are so passionate about Modernist architecture they create a well-financed, highly effective organization to point out the flaws of Modernist buildings and actively discourage new Modernist projects. Every Classicist we talk to mentions today’s guest, Catesby Leigh, who has written about architecture for over 30 years. He co-founded the National Classical Art Society, headed by past podcast guest Justin Shubow, which advocates the classical tradition in Federal buildings and monuments. He's a gifted writer and essayist and organizer, and we're surprised he hasn't won the Henry Hope Reed Award, the Oscar of Classicism, because no one is mor...2021-01-111h 12
The Modern ArchitectS04 Episode 37: Justin Shubow - President of the National Civic Art SocietyIn this episode of The Modern Architect, Tom talks to Justin Shubow, President of the National Civic Art Society, a non-profit organisation head-quartered in Washington, DC.2019-11-051h 03
Modern Architect Radio Show with Tom DioroS04 Episode 37: Justin ShubowIn this episode of The Modern Architect, Tom talks to Justin Shubow, President of the National Civic Art Society, a non-profit organisation head-quartered in Washington, DC.2019-11-041h 03
USModernist Radio - Architecture You Love#109/Not a Modernist: Justin Shubow of the National Civic Art SocietyToday we welcome back Justin Shubow, President of the National Civic Art Society, a non-profit dedicated to promoting the classical tradition in public art and architecture. President Trump appointed him in 2018 to the U.S. Commission of Fine Arts, a federal agency which oversees the design and construction of government buildings and memorials in Washington DC. Shubow is the author of The Gehry Towers over Eisenhower, a 150-page critique of the Eisenhower Memorial, a battle he sort of won, sort of lost against architect Frank Gehry. With a background in philosophy and law, he has taught at Michigan and Yal...2019-07-2948 minUSModernist Radio - Architecture You Love#10/Eisenhower: Justin Shubow & 2015 Matsumoto Prize WinnersJustin Shubow is President of the National Civic Art Society, a Washington DC educational non-profit for the classical and humanistic tradition in public art and architecture. With a background in law, philosophy, comedy, and physics, his sharp wit informs and entertains through articles in Forbes and appearances before Congress and various Washington committees. We talk about Frank Gehry's design for the Eisenhower Memorial in Washington DC, a project estimated to cost $150M that has dragged on since 1999. Shubow has been a vocal opponent of both the selection process that chose Gehry and Gehry's various designs for the memorial.2015-08-1051 min