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Chatter: Fabric, Dyes, Glamour, and International Affairs, with Virginia Postrel

The Lawfare Podcast

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Exploring Glamour in Fiction and Politics

The chapter delves into how glamour is utilized in both fictional narratives like Star Wars and Game of Thrones as well as in real-world politics, using examples from figures like Jackie Kennedy and Barack Obama. It discusses the distinction between glamour and fashion, highlighting the visual persuasion and illusion creation aspects of glamour. The conversation also touches on the challenges of maintaining a glamorous image, patriotism, and the representation of elite society in pop culture.

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