The Blindboy Podcast Class, culture and taste with Grayson Perry
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Jun 19, 2024 Turner Prize winning artist Grayson Perry discusses the significance of silliness in art, the complexities of class mobility, and the influence of social backgrounds on perceptions of art and personal preferences.
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Cultural Appropriation
- Grayson Perry describes himself as one of the great cultural appropriators.
- He acknowledges cultural exchange as a series of "Chinese whispers."
Cultural Evolution
- Cultural evolution happened gradually, with styles and trends changing over time through misinterpretations.
- The internet has accelerated this process, creating a global "blender" of youth culture.
Rural Punk
- Grayson Perry, a rural punk, describes his early attempts at punk fashion.
- Limited resources led to creative solutions like using horse tack as a dog collar.