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Today, Explained

Hannah Gadsby and “Pablo-matic" Picasso

Jun 2, 2023
26:12

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  • The podcast explores Hannah Gadsby's perspective on Picasso, highlighting his influence on art and cultural misogyny, while questioning the absence of women's perspectives in his work.
  • The episode delves into the dilemma faced by art lovers when appreciating the works of morally questionable artists, examining the conflict between personal enjoyment of the art and the artist's problematic behavior.

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Picasso's Impact on Art and Misogyny

The podcast episode explores Hannah Gadsby's perspective on Picasso, focusing on his influence on art and cultural misogyny. Gadsby discusses how Picasso freed artists from the constraints of reproducing realistic art and introduced multiple perspectives. However, she questions the absence of women's perspectives in his work. She further highlights the celebration of Picasso's art despite the controversies surrounding him. Gadsby co-curated an exhibition at the Brooklyn Museum featuring Picasso's art alongside feminist pieces, emphasizing the need to have conversations about abusive geniuses and female representation in the art world.

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