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Rebecca Jennings on NYT Connections and Selling Out
Apr 3, 2024
Vox's senior correspondent Rebecca Jennings discusses NYT Connections and self-promotion becoming internet language. They explore online interactions on AIM, Omegle, Twitter, and navigating boundaries. The impact of online platforms on creativity and promotion is examined, along with the intersection of artistry, salesmanship, conspiracies, and memes.
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- Artists navigate self-promotion challenges while maintaining integrity in the creator economy.
- Moon landing conspiracy theories blur the line between belief and skepticism, challenging conventional narratives.
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Impact of Social Media on Artistic Self-Promotion
The podcast episode delves into how social media has blurred the lines between art and commerce, leading to artists having to navigate self-promotion in new ways. It highlights the challenges faced by creators in marketing their work effectively while maintaining their artistic integrity. Ricky Montgomery's insights underscore the struggle of balancing creativity with the demands of self-promotion, pointing to a shift towards a more commercial industry.
