Can women ever be truly authentic under capitalism?

In this episode, Kira, Jackie, and Darja invite you to join a blunt, relatable, and eye-opening conversation about what it means to be yourself in a world driven by profit. From the pressures of social media to the impact of toxic masculinity, they share personal stories, ask tough questions, and explore whether authenticity is something we can reclaim – or if it’s always been out of reach. Pull up a seat and listen in as they unpack the struggles, joys, and possibilities of finding the real you in a capitalist society.

If you want to further educate yourself on authenticity check out these resources:
“The Commodification of Self”: https://hedgehogreview.com/issues/the-commodification-of-everything/articles/the-commodification-of-self

“Being Your Best Self: Authenticity, Morality, and Gender Norms”: https://www.cambridge.org/core/journals/hypatia/article/being-your-best-self-authenticity-morality-and-gender-norms/FAA1E530EC039E7CD984CBE3A4FC1317

“Social Media and Gendered Power: Young Women, Authenticity, and the Performance of Self”: https://link.springer.com/chapter/10.1007/978-3-031-41531-9_29

2024/25 Winter: Authenticity
2024/25 Winter: Authenticity
Can women ever be truly authentic under capitalism?
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What is Authenticity?

What does it mean to be authentic in a world of filters, polished content, and social media personas? This episode dives into the complex and often confusing concept of authenticity, using a fascinating real-world example: a German YouTuber who exposed influencers for promoting fake products, including a reality TV star who fell for the same trick twice.

We explore some big questions:

  • Is authenticity about consistency or simply being true to the moment?
  • How do our shifting personalities in different situations – at work, with friends, or online – affect what’s considered “real”?
  • In an era of influencers and polished lives can we even tell what’s authentic anymore?
    This episode uncovers how authenticity shapes trust, connection, and identity in today’s post-truth world.
2024/25 Winter: Authenticity
2024/25 Winter: Authenticity
What is Authenticity?
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The Art in “Artificial”

Will artists lose their jobs to artificial intelligence? In this episode, Greta and Giulia explore whether AI is able to authentically replicate poetry if given a specific request to do so by comparing a real poem by American poet Sylvia Plath with an AI-generated one in terms of themes and style.

Here’s the link to the original poem: https://mypoeticside.com/show-classic-poem-22355

2024/25 Winter: Authenticity
2024/25 Winter: Authenticity
The Art in "Artificial"
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Art and Authenticity – Finding your true self

“The reason we struggle with insecurity is because we compare our behind-the-scenes with everyone else’s highlight reel.” – Steven Furtick

Welcome to our podcast “Art and Authenticity – finding your true self”, where we – Diana, Nadja and Beyza – touch on what it means to be authentic in the age of social media!

Sources:
https://trustmentalhealth.com/blog/how-to-be-more-authentic

2024/25 Winter: Authenticity
2024/25 Winter: Authenticity
Art and Authenticity - Finding your true self
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Do famous people owe us access to their true, “authentic” self?

In this short podcast, Johanna discusses the parasocial demand for “authenticity”, and how this has changed over time.

Special thanks to Isabel for lending her voice for segments of this podcast.

2024/25 Winter: Authenticity
2024/25 Winter: Authenticity
Do famous people owe us access to their true, “authentic” self?
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Musicians on stage – How authentic are they?

How important is authenticity on stage? In this podcast Carlotta, Lena and Pauline dive into this topic, and discover and discuss how important it is for them.

https://images.app.goo.gl/StFUebt94bgz8aDbA

https://www.instagram.com/rolemodel/?hl=de

https://vm.tiktok.com/ZNeE9LV5N (24.04.24)

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2024/25 Winter: Authenticity
Musicians on stage - How authentic are they?
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is it okay to edit photos if it’s a cosplay?

Editing the photos you post on social media is sometimes quite controversial, especially when it comes to your appearance. But what about cosplayers? Is it okay for them to edit their pictures?

Cosplay, for those unaware, is a form of fan art. You dress up as a specific character from any media you choose. Whether you make the costume yourself or buy it, whether you look exactly like the character or put them into a more casual outfit, the sky is the limit.

The picture is mine. I chose this image because it was already part of a public museum exhibit, so it has been accessible to a wider audience. I also share similar images on my public social media, but I consider the exposure in a museum and this platform to be different. While you’re welcome to search for me online if you’re curious, I won’t be providing any specific details or usernames. I simply want to keep the focus on the image in this context, rather than its broader presence elsewhere.

The song is “Deuces” from Kevin Macleod, its licensed under Creative Commons

2024/25 Winter: Authenticity
2024/25 Winter: Authenticity
is it okay to edit photos if it's a cosplay?
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Reading Rats Podcast: Are Popular Book Tropes Inauthentic?

Calling all “reading rats“ to join hosts Dela and Nhut as they dive into the world of book tropes and storytelling authenticity. From the sizzling tension of enemies-to-lovers to the game-changing impact of AI-crafted books, they’ll explore what makes a story feel fresh, engaging, and authentic—or just another cliché. If you’re all about originality, authenticity, or just a good literary chat, this episode is your perfect match. Grab your favorite read, and let’s dive in!

    • authentic. (2025). In Merriam-Webster.com. Retrieved January 23, from https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/authentic
    • Henry, E. (2022). Book Lovers. Berkley.
    • Murphy, M. (2022). A Million Kisses in Your Lifetime. EM publishing.
    • Quiston, C. (2019). Red, White & Royal Blue. St. Martin’s Griffin.
    • Sittenfeld, C. (2024). An Experiment in Lust, Regret and Kissing. The New York Times.

        Music by https://pixabay.com/de. Cover by Dela.

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        2024/25 Winter: Authenticity
        Reading Rats Podcast: Are Popular Book Tropes Inauthentic?
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        ChatGPT – Authenticity in the Digital Age

        https://earth.org/environmental-impact-chatgpt

        https://aeon.co/essays/is-ai-our-salvation-our-undoing-or-just-more-of-the-same

        https://www.insidehighered.com/opinion/blogs/online-trending-now/2024/01/05/how-will-ai-disrupt-higher-education-2024

        https://suleimanhayek.medium.com/authenticity-killer-how-chatgpt-is-killing-creativity-in-writing-and-storytelling-and-the-fading-13f1d10eef39

        2024/25 Winter: Authenticity
        2024/25 Winter: Authenticity
        ChatGPT - Authenticity in the Digital Age
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        Radical Honesty – The Promises and Pitfalls of Blunt Authenticity

        How honest is too honest? In this podcast, Sevval and Lottie dive into the communication concept of Radical Honesty: how it works, its promises and pitfalls, and if it fosters constructive communication.

        Sources:
        Blanton, Brad. Radical honesty: How to transform your life by telling the truth. Dell, 1996.
        ‘How Many Thoughts Do You Have Per Day? And Other FAQs’. Healthline, 28 Feb. 2022, https://www.healthline.com/health/how-many-thoughts-per-day.
        Radical Honesty. https://www.radicalhonesty.com/. Accessed 20 Jan. 2025.

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        Radical Honesty - The Promises and Pitfalls of Blunt Authenticity
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