Episode 1: "Art or Cash Grab? The 'Onyx Storm' Dilemma"

In this debut episode, I set the stage for what this podcast is all about—unpacking the intersection of art, storytelling, and cultural trends. We dive headfirst into the literary sensation "Onyx Storm," a novel that's sparked both wild fanfare and deep criticism. Is it a work of true artistic merit, or just another shiny product of the corporate machine? I argue the latter, dissecting the hype-driven tactics that blur the line between authentic storytelling and empty spectacle. Join me as I explore why not every novelist is an artist—and how the commodification of literature shapes what we consume and celebrate.

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