"The algorithm is the new critic."
Episode 8 of the pod is live.
In this episode, Denayja and Samira explore the evolving landscape of opinions in the digital age, discussing the influence of algorithms on personal style and critical thought. They delve into the role of Vogue as a potential leader in shaping opinions outside of algorithmic constraints, the importance of critics in society, and the generational perspectives on work culture. The conversation also touches on the impact of reality TV and media on public perception, culminating in a preview of exciting new television shows for the fall season.
00:00 Introduction and Community Engagement
01:12 The State of Opinions in the Digital Age
03:15 Fashion Trends and Algorithm Influence
06:58 Vogue’s Potential Shift in Media Landscape
09:54 The Role of Critics in Culture
16:54 The Impact of Algorithms on Personal Opinions
24:38 Critical Thought in the Workforce
27:40 Conclusion and Complaints Department
29:03 The Corporate Burnout Dilemma
32:10 Generational Perspectives on Work
34:18 The Reality of Work-Life Balance
39:24 The Influence of Social Media on Career Aspirations
42:45 Fall TV Preview: Exciting New Shows
WORKS CITED
Is My Corporate Job Turning Me Into A Boring B*tch? I Blame The Millennials via Elle
The Perry Ellis Show That Got Marc Jabobs Fired via L’Officiel
How Music Criticism Lost It’s Edge via The New Yorker
Thinking Is Becoming A Luxury via The New York Times
Is Cortisol Face Real? via Women’s Health
Fall TV Preview via Vanity Fair