You Won’t be Able to Take a Bath in Japan

EPISODE 31: You Won’t be Able to Take a Bath in Japan PROMPTS: Phone, Silver, 17 This week on Curated by Chance, Neal and Lauren dive deep into the world of absurdity, dark humor, and controversial art, exploring two distinct works—one from cinema and one from fine art. Neal kicks things off by discussing Serial Mom (1994), the black comedy directed by John Waters. He delves into the film's satire of suburban life and American culture, following Beverly Sutfin, a seemingly perfect PTA mom with a murderous streak. From the absurd humor to Kathleen Turner's stellar performance, Neal explores why this dark comedy preemptively tapped into America's true crime obsession, long before the podcast boom. He also shares some behind-the-scenes facts about the production, including a connection to the song "Tomorrow" from Annie and a cameo from Patty Hearst. Lauren then takes us into the world of Austrian expressionist painter Egon Schiele, whose works from 1917 and beyond remain both controversial and influential. She uncovers Schiele’s dark personal history, including his tragic family background and complex relationships, while diving into his provocative artwork. Known for his unsettling depictions of sexuality and death, Schiele's works often challenge notions of beauty, consent, and the human body. Lauren discusses his often grotesque yet captivating art and how it continues to spark debates about the artist's intentions and legacy. Support the show on Patreon by clicking HERE! Neal’s Topic: Serial Mom (1994) Lauren’s Topic: Egon Schiele’s 1917 works Follow the show and its creators on Instagram: The Show - @curatedbychance Lauren - @paisleylo Neal - @nealefischer E-mail us: curatedbychance@gmail.com Hear Neal each week on Triviality Podcast. Subscribe now! Listen to Lauren on Miss Information Podcast! Subscribe now! Buy Neal’s next two books out now and pre-order his newest books below! Christmas Ultimate Trivia Book (out now!) Rom-Com Ultimate Trivia Book (out now!) Pre-Order "The Totally Awesome World Of..." Series Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Join filmmaker Neal E. Fischer and art curator Lauren Tagliaferro as they dive into the unpredictable world of ‘Curated by Chance,’ a podcast where creativity meets serendipity. Each episode, Neal and Lauren harness the power of a randomizing algorithm named Chance to generate unique prompts that drive their discussions. From exploring the unexpected intersections between film and visual art to dissecting the curious ways randomness shapes artistic expression, this dynamic duo invites listeners to ponder the influence of chance in the creative process. Whether dissecting a random film scene or analyzing an art piece through a whimsical lens, ‘Curated by Chance’ promises a fresh perspective with every episode.