Kulture Gone Bad

In this episode we discuss the topic on everyone's mind - the disappearance of Kate Middleton, give out top looks for Oscars Red Carpet and review FW24 Fashion Week shows.

In this episode we discuss the message and aesthetics of Saltburn and review our highlights from Couture SS24 shows.

In this episode, we again delve into the depths of contemporary shallowness. Why did the mobs need to read an inexistent political message in a Zara campaign? What did Primark bring to Rita Ora other than money? Is it the beginning of the end for Balenciaga? How is the meaning of Luxury changing? Which artists represent our contemporary "Madness of Crowds"? mobs boycotting Zara https://www.youtube.com/shorts/Kd3Dnq...https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jitGE... Rita Ora for Primark https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Os3k2...

🎙️ Join us in a thought-provoking episode as we delve into complex issues and artistic milestones. We explore the recent events surrounding the Hamas attack on Israel, dissecting the responses, global antisemitism, and the intriguing narratives shaping the Western reactions. 🖼️ We also review the 20th anniversary of the Frieze London art fair, taking you on a journey through the highlights of Korean minimalism and the lasting legacy of female artists and the fascinating world of utopian narratives in contemporary art. Artists mentioned and shows in the episode: Park Seo-bo, Kara Chin, Rose Finn-Kelcey, Jung Kangja, Sarah Abu Abdallah, Jon Rafman, Anni Albers and Rebecca Horn.

I this episode we talk Paris Fashion Week and new Marina Abramovic exhibition at Royal Academy.

In this episode, we discuss Collectivism vs. Individualism, the US school book ban and the Russel Brand scandal. Gwarosa (Death by Overwork) https://edition.cnn.com/2018/11/04/asia/korea-working-hours-intl/index.html Book bans in America https://www.theguardian.com/books/2023/sep/19/celebrities-sign-letter-book-ban-ariana-grande-amanda-gorman

In this episode we discuss Lizzo's scandal and extreme body modifications.

In this episode we discuss trans women and beauty pageants, post #MeToo future and Uniqlo viral bag.

In this episode we review Barbie movie gender wars, discuss abortion rights in the UK and how HBO The Idol tv series reflect current victimhood culture.

In this episode we discuss if sex work is the same as art performance based on new book by Sophia Giovannitti: Working Girl: On Selling Art and Selling Sex (Verso, 2023), what is wrong with science and academia and Rishi Sunak decision to to limit the “low-value” degrees in England.

In this episode we admire Lana Del Rey BST London performance and nostalgic melancholia, question the gender dysphoria concerns and plan a gay marriage at church.

In this episode we debate whether postmodernism is over through Lynette Yiadom-Boakye art, our favourite films including Showgirls, Death Becomes Her and Mulholland Drive and if end affirmative action can increase diversity.

In this episode we will debate if we all should be scared of AI, reflect on Russian military rebellion, share some love with haters and reveal the best gym in London.

We're are back after a long break! In this episode we discuss what we have been busy with including holidays, working out and looking at art.

In this episode we discuss the benefits of monarchy, Venice Biennale messages, Fashion Week, Carolee Scheemann at Barbican, Maria Bartuszova at Tate Modern, Contemporary Art and lasting art meanings, current state of politics and global conflict.

macro themes discussed in this episode: British Subcultures: class, habits and clothes; Japan and its fascinating conundrums.

In this episode we share our reflections on summer 2022 and everything we have lost, found and forgotten, the allure of House of The Dragon TV Series and the end of Gucci. Support the podcast here!

In this episode we discuss the phenomena of incels, Meghan Markle postmodern identity and the success of Dior Savage perfume.

In this episode we talk to Katie Braden, founder of Katie Braden PR, has been a freelance PR in the world of beauty since 2016. Having worked her way around top London fashion & beauty PR agencies prior to that, she knows a thing or two about the ever changing world of PR, despite the smoke and mirrors affect the industry is known for. From glossy magazines to influencers marketing and social media; everyday is different at Katie Braden PR HQ. Instagram & Tik Tok: @katiebradenpr Podcast: @theprdepartment Support the KGB podcast here!

In this episode we discuss Liz Truss and Rishi Sunak Fashion choices during their first UK PM debates and Don't Pay Energy Bills Campaign and Consciousness. Support the podcast here! Links discussed in episode: https://dontpay.uk/