Triauna Carey

Triauna Carey, a scholar in rhetoric and ethnomusicology, dives into the powerful intersection of music and resistance in her new book. She discusses how songs like Childish Gambino's "This is America" and Lizzo's body positivity anthem serve as rhetorical tools for social change. The conversation highlights the evolving nature of rhetoric in the digital age and the impact of technology on artistic expression. Carey also examines the complexities of country music's rise amid cancel culture and the nuances of misogyny in rap, emphasizing music's role in cultural discourse.

Triauna Carey, author of 'The Revolution Will Be Spotified', dives into how popular music serves as a powerful rhetorical tool for social resistance. She discusses the impact of songs like Childish Gambino's "This Is America" on cultural issues and activism. Carey shares insights from her decade-long research on music's evolution and its role in shaping artist-fan dynamics. Topics include body positivity in music, the unique resistance found in rap and hip-hop, and the interplay between music and visuals in conveying complex societal messages.