A nation of rich cowards? Ben Quilty on why we need our artists
The Australian artist speaks to Reged Ahmad about the Adelaide festival, Donald Trump and why we need a society that values its visionaries
January 25, 202625m 5s
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Show Notes
After the cancellation of Adelaide writers’ week in a furore over free speech, conversations are being had about how much Australia value its writers and artists. The renowned painter Ben Quilty is asking that question in a new essay exploring how to be a more courageous country when it comes to the arts. He speaks to Reged Ahmad about the Adelaide festival, Donald Trump and why we need a society that encourages visionaries
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Australian artBen Quilty