Why Is Art So Expensive?

This podcast episode dives into the evolving art market, tracing its journey from the 15th-century patronage system to a billion-dollar industry today. It explores the rise of commercialization and the challenges of art provenance, especially concerning stolen artifacts and colonial legacies. The conversation highlights the ethical issues in the art world, such as the disproportionate profits made by a few, while contemporary artists push back against these norms and address systemic inequalities through their work.