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On November 26, the third OLAS CONVERSATION discussion cycle took place at the Ola Foundation cultural center on the topic - CULTURE AND MONEY: HOW MUCH DOES CREATIVITY COST? The discussion was attended by such Latvian cultural figures as Juris Žagars, Zigmārs Liepiņš and Andrejs Ēķis. The discussion was moderated by well-known journalist Anna Peipiņa. The main topics of the discussion: The relationship between culture and money, to what extent funding affects artistic freedom, creativity, the result of creativity and how it changes the creation of culture. Can market demand become the determining measure of artistic values, and how to ensure sustainable cultural development without compromise. Can the art world be independent and sustainable, remaining true to its values? OLAS CONVERSATION is a discussion format, an exchange of knowledge with Latvian authorities, experienced leaders on topics important to Latvia and the people of Latvia.