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The most expensive banana in the world and other indicators

The Indicator from Planet Money

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The Absurd Value of a Banana Art Piece

This chapter delves into the surprising auction of a banana artwork sold for $6.2 million, examining the shifting perceptions of value in the art world. It connects this event to wider cultural trends and questions the essence of what makes art valuable, especially when it involves a perishable item.

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