The Truth In This Art, hosted by Baltimore independent journalist Rob Lee, interviews painters, photographers, filmmakers, designers, musicians and chefs about creative process and sustainable creative careers. The show has 963 episodes, released about every five days, with a median length of roughly 66 minutes. Estimated downloads are 2,000 to 8,000 per episode (estimated), with a rate of about $40 to $200 per episode. Its distinctive detail is its focus on artists from the DC, Baltimore and Maryland area.
Long-running Baltimore arts show reaching engaged, culture-focused listeners across the DMV
- 963 episodes since 2019 with a steady cadence of roughly one episode every five days
- Apple Podcasts rating of 4.8 from 167 ratings, with 158 five-star reviews
- Interviews with artists, designers and food founders suit brands tied to local culture and creative communities
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- interview, long-form conversation
- Tone
- thoughtful, candid
- Language
- English
- Production
- Clean, edited audio
- Typical length
- 60 to 80 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- None yet
- Categories promoted
- None yet
- Affiliate links
- Yes
A 'Support this podcast' funding link to Fractured Atlas is listed in the feed, and no sponsor mentions were found in the recent episode titles.
Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability
Family friendly
Recent titles cover art, culture and community topics, with no explicit flag set in the feed.
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Where to listen
| Platform | Link |
|---|---|
| Website | www.thetruthinthisart.com/episodes |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1497950772 |
| RSS feed | feeds.transistor.fm/the-truth-in-this-art |
Benchmark score: 83 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| Artist David R. Ibata on Vignettes (Recorded at Vika Gallery) | 2026-10-17 | 1 h 5 min |
| Sara Diani on Painting, Desire, and Being an Afghan American Artist | 2026-10-16 | 1 h 4 min |
| RUBY/DAKOTA'S Hannah Studnick on Art Being Fun, The TV Glow Sees Me at | 2026-10-14 | 1 h 25 min |
| Lauren Ashlee Messina on Dance, Community, and Creative Confidence | 2026-10-12 | 1 h 4 min |
| Rée the Interdisciplinarian on Impact Producing, Education, and Baltim | 2026-10-07 | 1 h 7 min |
| Maryland Humanities Alexandra Cenatus on Public Humanities, Haitian Fo | 2026-10-06 | 1 h 12 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 2 days ago, a new one about every 5 days.
The Truth In This Art with Rob Lee is a Baltimore-based arts and culture podcast where independent journalist Rob Lee goes beyond the highlight reel to uncover the truth behind the work—the creative process, the choices, and the stories that shape the people who make it. This podcast features thoughtful conversations with emerging and established photographers, filmmakers, designers, musicians,…
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About The Truth In This Art
The Truth In This Art is a Baltimore-based arts and culture podcast hosted by independent journalist Rob Lee, according to the show's feed and website. Each episode features a conversation with a painter, photographer, filmmaker, designer, musician, chef or writer, focusing on the creative process and how artists build sustainable practices. The show has 963 episodes, released about every five days, with a median length of roughly 66 minutes.
The show holds a 4.8 average rating from 167 Apple Podcasts ratings. Listeners are estimated, not measured, to be mostly adults in the 25 to 44 range who follow arts and culture in the DMV area. Estimated downloads are 2,000 to 8,000 per episode, which at the show's rate supports a host-read mid-roll of roughly $40 to $200.
Brands in creative supplies, local hospitality, galleries and cultural services should consider sponsoring the show. The feed lists a funding link to Fractured Atlas, and no sponsors were seen in the recent episodes, according to the feed and website.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. The Truth In This Art can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about The Truth In This Art
How much does The Truth In This Art charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Based on estimated downloads of 2,000 to 8,000 per episode, a host-read mid-roll ad is estimated at roughly $40 to $200 per episode. Exact rates depend on the show's terms and the sponsorship package.
What is The Truth In This Art about?
The Truth In This Art is a Baltimore arts and culture podcast hosted by Rob Lee. Episodes interview artists and creatives about their process, careers and community.
How do I contact The Truth In This Art about sponsoring an episode?
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