Episode 1: The Haunting

"Death of an Artist" is a true crime podcast hosted by Helen Molesworth, exploring the life and death of Cuban artist Ana Mendieta, who died after falling from the apartment of her husband, minimalist sculptor Carl Andre. The podcast delves into the art world's reaction to Mendieta's death, the subsequent controversy surrounding Andre, who was a suspect, and the challenges Molesworth faces in uncovering the truth due to a veil of silence from art world insiders. The episode sets the stage by describing Mendieta's early work, her relationship with Andre, and the events leading up to her death, highlighting the complexities of their relationship and the art world dynamics of the 1970s and 80s.