• The One 2025: The Self vs The System

  • Jan 21 2025
  • Length: 2 hrs and 4 mins
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The One 2025: The Self vs The System

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  • In this podcast episode, Mike 'Doom' Starks discussed the cultural implications of American users migrating to the Chinese social media app, Xiaohongshu (Little Red Book), following the temporary ban of TikTok. The conversation highlighted the differences in content acceptance between the two platforms, emphasizing that American users must adapt to the more conservative norms of the Chinese app. Starks criticized the lack of cultural sensitivity displayed by some users, particularly regarding issues like blackface and appropriation of Black culture.

    The discussion also touched on broader themes of cultural appropriation, the historical context of race relations in America, and the need for Black individuals to gatekeep their culture more effectively. The episode underscored the importance of recognizing and respecting cultural boundaries, especially in a globalized digital landscape. This conversation is significant as it addresses ongoing issues of cultural identity, representation, and the impact of social media on cross-cultural interactions, particularly for marginalized communities.

    00:00 - Support black podcasting
    09:39 - The dress debate
    23:02 - AI robots and relationships
    43:20 - Vegan wedding controversy
    50:23 - Cultural appropriation issues
    01:01:55 - History and trust
    01:13:07 - Negative perceptions of black culture
    01:32:32 - Housing crisis comparison
    01:40:50 - Global living standards
    01:51:08 - Cultural insensitivity and appropriation
    02:00:00 - Awakening to global realities

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