Joshua Citarella, an artist and internet culture writer, dives deep into the complexities of socialism and capitalism. He critiques the efficiency of market systems and explores alternative economic structures, emphasizing the importance of human outcomes. The conversation addresses technological advancement's role in society, the impact of wealth polarization on democracy, and the evolving landscape of media and truth. Citarella also discusses the intersection of political ideologies and the need for collective action in a challenging world.

First released: 10 Dec 2022 | To join New Models, you can find us via https://patreon.com/newmodels & https://newmodels.substack.com Recorded mid-“Future of Critique”-conference in the former West German capital of Bonn, this conversation with New York-based artist & consultant DENA YAGO (formerly K-HOLE) and artist JOSHUA CITARELLA real-talk-debriefs some of the structural models on which legacy criticism built its house. Topics include: the museum’s changing cultural status, the knock-on effects of “anti-gatekeeping” discourse, speculative near-future museum defense strategies, the alt paths of younger artists, and what publishing models stand a chance post-2022. For more: Dena Yago, “Content Industrial Complex,” e-flux #89 (2018) Tw: @khole_dena / IG: @denayags Joshua Citarella patreon.com/joshuacitarella Tw @JoshuaCitarella / IG: @JoshuaCitarella Bundeskunsthalle Bonn "Future of Critique" Congress, 18 Nov. 2022: “Memes vs. Museums” Panel: Joshua Citarella, Dena Yago, Cem A. (@freeze_magazine), mod. Gregor Quack // “Do You Know Where You Live” Keynote: Caroline Busta & Lil Internet

In this chat, artist and internet culture researcher Joshua Citarella dives into his new card game, Class Fantasy. He shares humorous anecdotes about deodorant myths and the impacts of phthalates on health. The conversation veers into his love for World of Warcraft and quirky transformations, like mewing. Joshua also touches on the challenges of live streaming and how niche online trends can rise to mainstream prominence, all while balancing light-hearted banter with insightful commentary on personal care and societal changes.