In this insightful discussion, Sarah Prodan, a Michelangelo scholar from Stanford University, reveals the captivating intersections of art, identity, and sexuality in the Renaissance. She explores how Michelangelo's devout Catholic faith clashed with his attraction to men, influencing his stunning representations of the human form. The conversation touches on his complex relationships, particularly with Tomaso de Cavalieri and Vitorria Colonna, and how these connections inspired his poetry. Listeners gain a profound understanding of the beauty and struggles behind Michelangelo's masterpieces.