EPISODE · Apr 23, 2026 · 13 MIN
The Riot That Launched Modern Art (And Why Everyone Missed the Point)
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In 1913, a single painting caused actual fistfights at a New York art show, launched a thousand think-pieces, and accidentally made modern art cool in America. We dive into the beautiful chaos of the Armory Show and how Marcel Duchamp's 'Nude Descending a Staircase' became the most misunderstood masterpiece of the century. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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In 1913, a single painting caused actual fistfights at a New York art show, launched a thousand think-pieces, and accidentally made modern art cool in America. We dive into the beautiful chaos of the Armory Show and how Marcel Duchamp's 'Nude Descending a Staircase' became the most misunderstood masterpiece of the century.
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