Modern Wisdom #606 - Katherine Dee - The Rise And Fall Of The Girlboss Meme
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Mar 25, 2023 
Katherine Dee, a writer and internet historian, dives into the wild world of female internet subcultures. She explores the origins and decline of the girlboss meme and what that reflects about modern femininity. Katherine discusses the evolving narratives of sexuality, touching on societal pressures and the impact of platforms like TikTok. She also shares insights on relationship dynamics, rejection sensitivity, and the importance of emotional intelligence in dating, making for a thought-provoking and entertaining conversation.
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Media Influence
- The media conversation is guided by legacy media and institutions.
- These institutions often look to platforms like Twitter for trending topics.
TikTok Trends
- Trends seen on TikTok are not new but often originate from older platforms like Tumblr.
- Journalists amplify these trends by reporting on them.
Girlboss Archetype
- The "girlboss" archetype promoted the idea that women could have it all.
- This ideal often involved a polished image or a "trainwreck" persona.