Episode 04 - Pop Culture

In episode 04 of Campus Conversations, Keira and Inara are joined by Student Success Manager Luther where they dive into the impacts of pop culture on society. From cancel culture and social media’s influence to the role of reality TV and news consumption, they explore how these trends shape our perceptions, values, and everyday lives. The discussion also touches on the balance between staying informed and protecting mental health, as well as the power and pitfalls of social media in modern student life. Tune in for a thought-provoking conversation on the cultural forces that define our world today. Transcription link: https://www.ucl.ac.uk/teaching-learning/ucl-student-success/students/campus-conversations/episode-04-pop-culture Date of episode recording: 2025-01-29T00:00:00Z Duration: 00:40:33 Language of episode: English Presenter:Keira Gazzingan; Inara Vanessa André Guests: Luther Mayers Producer: Luther Mayers, Adella Forder-Gore, Devon Kuziw

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