Randy Cohen
Writer and humorist known for his ethics column for The New York Times, arguing in favor of separating the art from the artist in this episode.
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Apr 30, 2026 • 53min
Should We Separate the Art from the Artist?
Randy Cohen, writer and humorist who defends appreciating art apart from creators; Aruna D'Souza, art critic focused on feminism and museums who argues art and maker are entangled. They spar over whether institutions should separate art from artists, how harmful beliefs show up in works, and when museums’ choices reinforce greatness and harm.
