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Mentioned in 4 episodes
Flawless
Lessons in Looks and Culture from the K-Beauty Capital
Book • 2023
Elise Hu's "Flawless" delves into the impact of technology and culture on beauty standards, particularly in South Korea.
The book explores the pressures faced by women to conform to specific ideals of beauty, often driven by cosmetic surgery and digital filters.
Hu examines the societal expectations and economic implications of these trends, highlighting the global reach of these beauty standards.
The book also offers insights into the psychological effects of these pressures and suggests ways to challenge and redefine beauty.
Ultimately, "Flawless" encourages a more inclusive and diverse understanding of beauty.
The book explores the pressures faced by women to conform to specific ideals of beauty, often driven by cosmetic surgery and digital filters.
Hu examines the societal expectations and economic implications of these trends, highlighting the global reach of these beauty standards.
The book also offers insights into the psychological effects of these pressures and suggests ways to challenge and redefine beauty.
Ultimately, "Flawless" encourages a more inclusive and diverse understanding of beauty.
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as the author of "Flawless."


Manoush Zomorodi

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How you see yourself
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, sharing insights from years of studying the K-beauty industry.


Elise Hu

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How to Be a Better Human: How to embrace – and challenge – the idea of "beauty" (w / Elise Hu)
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in the closing segment of the podcast as her new book.


Elise Hu

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A powerful new neurotech tool for augmenting your mind | Conor Russomanno
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during the podcast as the basis for a TED Talk and podcast interviews.

Jay Acunzo


Elise Hu

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“You can’t make pottery without clay” | Elise Hu dissects her TED Talk
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as a book discussing body modification, beauty standards, and the impact of digital culture.

Sam Sanders

Zach Stafford

Sunday Pick: Vibe Check with Elise Hu
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as a book about K-beauty culture and its impact on body image.

Sam Sanders

Zach Stafford

Sunday Pick: Vibe Check with Elise Hu
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as the book that inspired the podcast episode.


Chris Duffy

How to embrace – and challenge – the idea of “beauty” in the technological age (w / Elise Hu) | How to Be a Better Human
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as impactful and clarifying on the topic of external validation and self-worth.


Anna Wesche

Sephora Teens and the Trials of Modern Girlhood