© 2024 Marfa Public Radio
A 501(c)3 non-profit organization.

Lobby Hours: Monday - Friday 10 AM to Noon & 1 PM to 4 PM
For general inquiries: (432) 729-4578
Play Live Radio
Next Up:
0:00
0:00
0:00 0:00
Available On Air Stations

Texas artist Bob Wade

bob-wade
Artist Bob Wade at the KRTS Studios, August 2013.

A "pioneer of Texas funk" and "connoisseur of Southwestern kitsch,"artist Bob Wade is known for his sculptures that mix iconic Texas symbols with highway kitsch. He speaks with Marfa Public Radio about yo-yos, Playboy Marfa, art vs. advertising, Boyd Elder, growing up in West Texas hotels, Kinky Friedman, public art, Big Tex, and more. The full-length conversation is podcast above.

Latest Episodes: