I’ve got Erin back on the podcast to help me dissect the idea of the “artist as genius.” Since the rise of Romanticism in the 19th century, artists have been handed the baggage of genius. It’s common to hear tales of illegal activities and debauchery alongside artworks labeled “masterpiece.” Erin and I go into depth discussing the pros and cons of the idea, how the idea of genius is gendered, and wonder if you really can separate the artist from the finished product.