Art of the Short
by Art of the Short
Art of the Short is an Interactive Literary Art Installation and Podcast. Every other week, hosts Jori and Bethers, overextend our opinions on short stories, written by your favorite authors. Then we make ART of our interpretations! Like, Bethers will be guilty of “Georgia O'Keeffe”–ing labia onto a tote bag as a protest to misogyny, “FREE THE VULVA!” While Jori writes a little diddy that just loops, “F*** PATRIARCHY!…stuff like that. Lil’ Shorties! Our Lil’ Shorty episodes feature the not so known story tellers, where we read a short story by YOU, and of course we’ll make art of our interpretations! We invite you to read along with us and join the conversation by sending in your artwork to add to the gallery! We want to hear your thoughts on these sh
Episodes
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Jori & Bethers Say Farewell...For Now.
If you didn’t catch the end of our last episode, here is a clip of us saying farewell...for now. And please keep reading this prompt, because we love you and want to say, “thank you!” It’s time for us to say, farewell! ...I mean...really, what do we say? From water color d**k art, to original...
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Lil' Shorty: Jori & Bethers Go Feral
On this episode of Art of the Short Lil’ Shorty, Jori reads you a story! Where Goldie Locks is grown(ish)...she is RAVENOUS...and she has no. f**ks. left. to. give. This week we feature, “Her Own Bear Now,” by Alyson Mosquera Dutemple. LET US ART! Xoxo Jori & Bethers Read along with us here: “Her...
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Lil' Shorty: Jori & Bethers Go French!
On this episode of Art of the Short Lil’ Shorty, Bethers reads you a story, where a wife and mother leaves her family to pursue a dream. Happily climbing her invisible ladder, in the beautiful streets of Saint–Malo, we’ll meet the Mime-Artist, who “is a little drunk but that’s okay.” This week we...
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Jori & Bethers Get Reverent...Kind Of
On this episode of Art of the Short, Jori & Bethers get reverent...kind of. Relive some very awkward middle school emotions, and express their undying love for all those magical teachers out there, that change lives! ...When they read, “Sister Godzilla,” by Louise Erdrich. LET. US. ART! Xoxo...
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Lil’ Shorty: Jori & Bethers Feed a Dog a Soul
On this episode of Art of the Short Lil’ Shorty: Jori reads you a story, where the magical, weird, and the beautifully bizarre lay a foundation for a very unlikely friendship. Alien abductions you ask? Magical powers...? Let’s just say this short story will leave you wondering...just where DO we…
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Jori & Bethers Go Goth!
This week on Art of the Short, Jori and Bethers go GOTH, question their sanity, and relate to this horrific little tale with their own confessions of guilt and paranoia! ...When they read, "The Tell-Tale Heart," by Edgar Allan Poe. Time to get spooky, scary, & ART ART ART! Xoxo Jori&Bethers Read...
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Lil' Shorty: Jori & Bethers Show Their Sweeter Side
On this episode of Art of the Short Lil' Shorty: Bethers reads you a story, where we examine the world through CAKE! Yes, you read that right, you’re a piece–a–cake! I’m a piece–a–cake! We’re ALL made of CAKE! ...But is that so bad? In a miserable, anxiety riddled world–maybe being someone’s…
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Jori & Bethers Get "Naked"
On this episode of Art of the Short, Jori and Bethers are swept away to the land of Chekhov, where...who needs clothes, anyway?! And Bethers teaches us an invaluable life lesson when it comes to the Naked Arts! ...When they read, "Romance with a Double Bass," by Anton Chekhov. I mean, how often…
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SEASON TWO!
Season 2 – COMING SOON! We can’t wait to get this mutha’ f***in’ party started! For more information, go check out our Season 2 Trailer! xoxo Jori & Bethers Learn how to send us your art here: Artoftheshort.com Follow the installation here: Instagram, Tiktok, and Twitter, to see all our…
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That's A Wrap On Season One!
Hello! It's Jori & Bethers here to tell you, THAT'S A WRAP on Season One of Art of the Short! Come listen to our wrap announcement for more information, special shout–outs, and favorite moments of the show! Oh! And what a perfect time to catch up on episodes...and perhaps make a lil' art over the...
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Lil' Shorty: Jori & Bethers Meet "The Neighborhood Pervert"
It’s Lil’ Shorty Month! This week Jori reads you a story, where pastor’s prayers and rigorous discipline can’t rid a girl of her ‘perversions’– a sexual awakening that will leave you wondering, how does one punish the unpunishable? This week we feature, "Teethings," by Deena Lilygren. Come ART…
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Lil' Shorty: Jori & Bethers "Swipe Right"
It’s Lil’ Shorty Month! On this episode of Art of the Short Lil’ Shorty: Bethers reads you a story, where dating apps & appetizers fuel the night! And the sweet, sweet sound of a text chime = HOPE for LOVE...and CAUTION for D**K PICS. This week we feature, "This Is How You Fail To Ghost Him," by...
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Lil' Shorty: Jori & Bethers See "A Goddamn National Park"
It’s Lil’ Shorty Month! On this episode of Art of the Short Lil’ Shorty: Jori reads you a story, where a self–proclaimed “old man,” journeys solo to the beautiful Yosemite national park and stumbles upon some ‘wild’ behavior from the local townsfolk. A stone’s throw away from the majestic...
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Lil' Shorty: Jori & Bethers Get Amused by a "Blathering Half-Giant!"
It’s Lil’ Shorty Month! On this episode of Art of the Short Lil’ Shorty: Bethers reads you a story, where a mead drinking mad-man grapples with his past as he tries desperately to fill a colossal hole, left by a colossal man. This week we feature, "Son of Paul Bunyan," by Robert James Russell.…
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Lil' Shorty Month Trailer!
It's Lil' Shorty Month – check out our trailer to get all the deets! xoxo Jori & Bethers Send us your art here: Artoftheshort.com Follow the installation here: Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, to see all our collective weekly art! For links to ALL short stories past and present, go here: Art of the...
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Lil' Shorty: Jori & Bethers Get Theatrical
On this episode of Art of the Short Lil’ Shorty: Jori reads you a story, where collaboration turns a calamity of a performance into a masterpiece–proof to us all, that the show MUST GO ON! This week we feature, "When the Lights Came Up," by David Drury. Now, let’s ART! xoxo Jori&Bethers Read…
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Jori & Bethers Fight About Meat
On this episode of Art of the Short, Jori and Bethers fight about meat, compare knowledge of Pirates and gangplanks, and Bethers crowns someone (wink–wink) as morally superior! ...When they read, "Beyond Lies the Wub," by Philip K. Dick. Bring on the WUB art! Xoxo Jori&Bethers Read along with us...
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Lil' Shorty: Jori & Bethers Take on a Balmy Beast...Called Florida
On this episode of Art of the Short Lil’ Shorty: Jori reads you a story, where the “charms” of Florida grab you by the b***s, as our narrator shares their experience with the balmy beast. A walk down memory lane, one could say–with an ending you won’t wanna’ miss! This week we feature, "A Matter…
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Q&A: How Jori & Bethers Met & Other Random Thoughts!
On this episode of Get to Know You, Us!: Jori & Bethers tell you how they met–with first impressions that wouldn't necessarily promise a life long friendship...and other random thoughts! xoxo Jori&Bethers Read next week's short story here: "A Matter of Survival" by Stephanie Yu Learn how to send…
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Jori & Bethers In A Horror–ble Mood
On this episode of Art of the Short, Jori and Bethers head into HORROR and dive deep into the supernatural depths of Spring-Heeled Jack! ...When they read, "Strawberry Spring," by Stephen King. Make some horror-ble art with us–we'd LOVE to see it! Xoxo Jori&Bethers Read along with us here:...
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Lil' Shorty: Jori & Bethers F**king Love Peg
On this episode of Art of the Short Lil’ Shorty: Bethers reads you a story, where stubborn Ms. Peg lays down the law, that “god helps those who help themselves,” a philosophy that Peg carries with her throughout her life, along with a good dose of resentment and spite. This week we feature,...
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Jori & Bethers Witness Psychosis
On this episode of Art of the Short, Jori and Bethers take you to New York City, where ‘fantastical’ thinking may very well lead them to witness psychosis...when they read, "The Beach Boy," by Ottessa Moshfegh! We’d love to see what YOU think of this short story! Xoxo Jori&Bethers Read along with...
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Q & A: Jori & Bethers Get Psychic Readings
On this month's Get to Know You, Us!: Jori & Bethers explore the 'other-realms,' where three elder witches read Bethers’ bones and one “highly reviewed” psychic summons a, “bulls**t,” from Jori’s soul! Xoxo Jori&Bethers Read next week's short story here: The Beach Boy by Ottessa Moshfegh Send us...
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Lil' Shorty: Room No. 5, Albergo Dolce Vita, Florence, Italy
On this episode of Art of the Short, Bethers reads you a story of disillusioned love, where heartbreak is left in a letter and the truth always finds its way to the light. This week we feature, "Room No. 5, Albergo Dolce Vita, Florence, Italy," by Cheryl Pappas. ART your heart out! xoxo...
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A Bruise the Size and Shape of a Door Handle
On this episode of Art of the Short, Jori and Bethers, teeter concepts of liminal space, haunt their brains with daunting unknowns and…Jori and Bethers get straight up stumped! Pleeeease, go read this story and help us understand–what in the world–is going on! …AND of course, let’s ART about it!...
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Lil' Shorty: Husky Park
On this episode of Art of the Short, Jori reads you a story! Where two young men come to terms with their childhood mentors while accepting any invitation for weed and alcohol–a social pleasure they’d sacrificed for ‘the game.’ Oh! And Jori def performs a male orgasm, so Bethers’ Mom, you might...
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Royal Jelly
On this episode of Art of the Short, Jori and Bethers royally pour over royal jelly, regurgitate benefits of the bees, and call bulls**t on Roald Dahl’s flagrant f**kery! Can you separate the artist from the art…? Let us know YOUR thoughts? …and of course, let’s make some ART! xoxo Jori&Bethers...
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Q & A: Jori & Bethers Talk 'Birds & the Bees'
Jori and Bethers talk about sex! And when, where, and how they discovered the phenomenon we cringingly refer to as, 'the birds and the bees.' xoxo Jori&Bethers Send us your art here: Artoftheshort.com Follow the installation here: Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, to see all our collective weekly…
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Lil' Shorty: K-Hole/Anaconda
On this episode of Art of the Short Lil’ Shorty, Bethers reads you a love story–where K-holes lead to life lessons and anacondas are the ultimate form of entertainment! This week we feature, "K-Hole/Anaconda," by Wilhelm Sitz. We'd LOVE to know your perspective on this short story, so read along...
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The Fruit of My Woman
On this episode of Art of the Short, Jori and Bethers mull over male fragility, muse over metamorphosis–and for reasons unknown–admit disdain for a special few beloved musical icons. We loved this story and can't wait to see what you think through your ART! xoxo Jori&Bethers Read along with us...
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Lil' Shorty: The Comedian
On this episode of Art of the Short, Jori reads you a story! This story explores the melancholic and sometimes harsh realities of being a woman, being 25, and being stuck in that place when your'e just trying to figure 'your s**t' out! This week we feature, "The Comedian," by Yoko Morgenstern. We...
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Everyone Talks
On this episode of Art of the Short, Jori and Bethers flip the script on Jack Reacher, blast male bravado, and hit sports idioms outta’ the park! Let's read and make a lil' ART! xoxo Jori&Bethers Read along with us here: Everyone Talks by Lee Child Listen to Jack Reacher album by Naked Blue & Lee...
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Q & A: Jori & Bethers Rapid Fire Part 2
We'll be back January 4th with Art of the Short episode, "Everyone Talks," by Lee Child! In the meantime, a lil' treat for those of you loving the dive into our psyches–enjoy and HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!! xoxo Jori&Bethers Read next week's short story here: Everyone Talks by Lee Child Send us your art...
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Lil' Shorty: Hatchling
Umm…omg, wait a sec. Did this really happen? No….could it be?! Did Jori and Bethers make the SAME ART?!? On this episode of Art of the Short Lil' Shorty, Jori and Bethers read to you a story about eggs. Or rather, a human birthing an egg. AND the emotionally complex experience of pregnancy. This...
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A Christmas Tree and a Wedding
What’s the saying? “Nothing rings in the holiday season like a lil’ Fyodor Dostoyevsky in your stocking!” …That’s a saying…right? Join the holiday cheer, as Bethers teaches Jori Russian propaganda, Jori sex-plains sexual consent, and both hosts gasp over money boners! …a typical holiday special!...
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Lil' Shorty: The Sapir-Whorf Hypothesis
On this episode of Art of the Short Lil' Shorty, Jori and Bethers read to you, a story about friendship and how the power of words–or the lack thereof–yields a violent reality. This week we feature, "The Sapir-Whorf Hypothesis," by Kate Tooley. Read along with us here: The Sapir-Whorf Hypothesis...
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The Daughters of the Moon
Jori and Bethers question convertibles–of the naked ‘girl’ variety, take a crack at consumerism, and claim their rightful place as moon daughters of the PNW! Come read with us and get your ART on! Read along with us here: The Daughters of the Moon by Italo Calvino (Note: The Daughters of the Moon...
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Q & A: Jori & Bethers Rapid Fire Part 1
What do YOU think? Y/N Has Jori ever eaten discarded food off a stranger’s plate? Does Bethers use fake social accounts to stock & troll...? Find out on this surprise episode of, “Get To Know You/Us!” – a speed round! xoxo Jori&Bethers For links to ALL short stories past and present, go here: Art...
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Lil' Shorty: Country Lanes
On this episode of Art of the Short Lil’ Shorty, Jori and Bethers read to you, a story where JNCOs, bowling alleys, and some good old fashion vandalization are all the rage on a Friday night! What’s a Lil’ Shorty? Our Lil’ Shorty episodes feature the not so known storytellers, where Jori and...
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Impatient Griselda
Jori and Bethers have a rowdy good time talking plagues, fairytales and…aliens!? All while making silly arses of ourselves–so you feel comfortable making art! Yes, that’s why we’re arses… AND we learn a lot too! Now, read with us and make some damn art! Read along with us here: Impatient Griselda...
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Art of the Short Trailer
Welcome to our ART-cast! For more information go to Artoftheshort.com and follow the installation on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook @artoftheshort to see what others think of these short stories through their art! For links to ALL short stories past and present, go here: Art of the Short story...
About this show
Art of the Short is an Interactive Literary Art Installation and Podcast. Every other week, hosts Jori and Bethers, overextend our opinions on short stories, written by your favorite authors. Then we make ART of our interpretations! Like, Bethers will be guilty of “Georgia O'Keeffe”–ing labia onto a tote bag as a protest to misogyny, “FREE THE VULVA!” While Jori writes a little diddy that just loops, “F*** PATRIARCHY!…stuff like that.
Lil’ Shorties! Our Lil’ Shorty episodes feature the not so known story tellers, where we read a short story by YOU, and of course we’ll make art of our interpretations!
We invite you to read along with us and join the conversation by sending in your artwork to add to the gallery! We want to hear your thoughts on these sh
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