The IBAMmys: The It's Been A Minute 2023 Culture Awards Show
Dec 15, 2023
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Host Brittany Luse, NPR's Ayesha Rascoe, and Vox's Alex Aband-Santos present the first ever IBAMmys, diving into the biggest cultural moments of the past year, covering topics like the word of the year, the best beef, Taylor Swift's impact on American football, a shoe-stealing Tinder story, and the villain of the year.
The podcast discusses the rise of the word 'ate' in 2023, which means to do a fantastic job or excel at something, and how it has gained popularity on platforms like TikTok.
The podcast delves into the fascination and concerns surrounding the influence of artificial intelligence (AI) on society, including debates, negotiations, and controversies related to AI boyfriends, AI art, and its impact on various industries.
Deep dives
Word of the Year: Ate
The podcast discusses how 'ate' became a popular word in 2023, meaning to do a fantastic job or excel at something. It can be used both sincerely and ironically, and has gained popularity on platforms like TikTok. The hosts share their personal experiences and encounters with the word, highlighting its usage in different contexts.
Best Beef of 2023: Everyone versus AI
The podcast explores how artificial intelligence (AI) became a major topic of discussion in 2023. It delves into various instances where AI was at the center of debates, negotiations, and controversies. From AI boyfriends and AI art to the impact of AI on various industries, the hosts discuss the fascination and concerns surrounding AI's influence on society.
Couple of the Year: Taylor Swift and Travis Kelsey
The hosts discuss the unexpected romantic connection between pop star Taylor Swift and football player Travis Kelsey. They highlight how Swift's support for Kelsey's football games on social media sparked increased interest in American football among younger audiences. The hosts also discuss the impact of their relationship on the NFL and the fan community.
Villain of the Year: George Santos
The podcast explores the story of George Santos, who became known as the villain of the year. Santos was a former congressional candidate who was convicted of misusing campaign funds. The hosts discuss the audacity and controversial statements Santos made throughout the scandal, highlighting his unique persona and the attention he attracted.
Welcome to the first ever IBAMmys, the It's Been A Minute 2023 culture awards show! It's been a minute - a whole year - and we're looking back at the biggest cultural moments of the past 365 days. Host Brittany Luse, NPR's Ayesha Rascoe, and Vox's senior pop culture correspondent Alex Aband-Santos all made nominations for each category, and a select group of culture experts at NPR voted for who should take home the prize.