Selects: Frida Kahlo: Painter, Icon, Genius

This episode explores the life and artistic legacy of Frida Kahlo, the iconic Mexican painter whose deeply personal and often shocking self-portraits made her one of the most influential artists of the 20th century. From her traumatic trolley accident at 18 that left her in chronic pain, to her tumultuous relationship with fellow muralist Diego Rivera, to her fearless exploration of themes like physical suffering, miscarriage, and identity, the hosts dive into how Kahlo's extraordinary life directly fueled her revolutionary art. You'll discover how a woman who couldn't become a doctor became one of history's most celebrated artists, and learn why her raw, unflinching depictions of the female experience continue to captivate feminists, chronic pain sufferers, and art lovers worldwide.