We Need to Talk About Meme Culture
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We need to talk about meme culture.
How are the aesthetics and vibes of memes turning into an action language? Jamie and Josh explore the ways memes inspire action: From #Gentleminions to extremist movements.
Further, they explore how people outside of in-group communities can understand intent when nothing is explicitly being said. Is the term meme culture in jeopardy of being entirely co-opted?
Show Notes & Resources:
The Case for Anonymity Online - Chris Poole (TED Talk)
How Minions Destroyed the Internet - Brian Feldman
Summer of Morbius - Garbage Day
A Haircut Returns From the 1930s - NYT
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