Episode 22: The Aesthetics of Revolution
Media is mandated by the eyes that are drawn to it. Revolution is mandated by the voices that rally behind it. In today’s episode, your favorite hosts tackle the media that responds to passionate change and violence by looking at the Aesthetics of Revolution. Join us as we investigate the lasting impact of social media during political revolution, challenge the performative but necessary nature of memes, and bemoan corporations getting in on the aesthetic action just to sell you socks [upside-down smiley face].
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Our music was written and recorded by Elene Kadagidze.
Our cover art was designed by Lindsey Anton-Wood.
List of Public Sources:
https://www.theartnewspaper.com/news/art-world-presses-pause-for-blackouttuesday
https://news.artnet.com/opinion/the-gray-market-blackout-tuesday-and-other-insights-1880847
https://www.vanityfair.com/style/2020/06/notes-app-apology-instagram
https://news.artnet.com/art-world/emory-douglas-interview-1889924
