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Sunday Pick: Vibe Check with Elise Hu

Sep 22, 2024

Elise Hu, a journalist and author of "Flawless", teams up with Sam Sanders and Zach Stafford to dive into beauty standards and self-perception. They discuss the pervasive impact of digital culture on body image and the pressures of unrealistic ideals. The conversation highlights the importance of body positivity and the evolution of beauty in the K-Beauty industry. Elise also shares insights on parenting daughters in a tech-driven world, emphasizing the need for diverse representations to promote self-acceptance.

50:15

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Elise Hu

Zach Stafford

Sam Sanders

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Episode notes

Intro

2min

Exploring Beauty Standards and Self-Perception

2min

Embracing Beauty and Vibes

8min

The Weight of the Technological Gaze

14min

Raising Daughters in a Digital Age

8min

Redefining Beauty: Beyond Body Image

6min

Redefining Body Image Resilience

12min

Engagement and Promotions in Podcasting

3min

Each Sunday, TED shares an episode of another podcast we think you'll love, handpicked for you… by us. Today we're sharing a special collaboration with Vibe Check, a podcast hosted by Sam Sanders, Saeed Jones, and Zach Stafford. Sam and Zach talk to Elise about her new book, “Flawless: Lessons in Looks and Culture from the K-Beauty Capital”. Elise gave her thoughts on body modification, digital culture setting beauty standards, and more. Then, tune in for a TED Talk from Lindsey Kite about how body image obsession can impact mental health.

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