Creativepool’s Post

Presenting our special series of articles on Caste & its Representation in Prominent Forms of Culture. The articles reflect on who dominates popular culture narratives, and the participation & representation of marginalised castes in contemporary culture. https://lnkd.in/gVXHjPmE

This week's #reflexivepractice question has me thinking long and deeply about how the system views ownership, including intellectual property. How traditional knowledges, if acknowledged and used, usually then isn't shared with respecting traditional ethics and practices. They often are not shared with consideration of cultural norms. That is if traditional knowledge is acknowledged and respected.

Presenting our special series of articles on Caste & its Representation in Prominent Forms of Culture. The articles reflect on who dominates popular culture narratives, and the participation & representation of marginalised castes in contemporary culture. https://lnkd.in/gVXHjPmE

The Manifesto: Empowering Narratives To Change Our World 1. We believe that all major social transformations in the history of the world have been linked to changes in the dominant narratives of the time. 2. We believe that the state of the world and the condition of our people are functions of the dominant narratives of the day. 3. We believe that the condition of our people can be measurably improved by providing them with empowering narratives that will permanently alter their consciousness. 4. We believe that our own cultural values should serve as the dominant narrative in the minds of our people. 5. We seek to reverse the falsification of our people’s consciousness by exposing and invalidating false and disempowering narratives. 6. We will create and distribute narratives to empower our people to be their best selves in all areas of civilized activity. 7. We will not publish content that will disempower our people. Join us in our efforts to enlighten our planet with empowering narratives. Visit Atlantablackstar.com #BlackOwnedMedia #OwnOurNarrative #Entertainmentnews #CelebrityNews #ForTheCulture #blackexcellence

The modern definition of "genius" is overrated. If you are in a creative field of work and have had an elusive idea that came to your mind through a source you need help identifying, this video is a must-watch. This lady's perspective on creativity is amazingly unique. I was fascinated by her eloquence in the part where she talks about how creativity and suffering are somehow inherently linked and how to create a protective psychological construct to have a distance between your creativity and anxiety. I loved this excerpt from this TED talk. "The Romans and the Greeks believed that genius was a sort of magical divine entity that would someday come to help the artist create something magical. The artist could not take all the credit for the artwork as the disembodied divine spirit helped him create it. If his work bombed, it was not entirely him. Then, the Renaissance came, and with it came the beginning of rational humanism. We started believing that creativity came from the individual's self, and we started referring to this or that artist as a genius rather than having a genius. Too much responsibility on the human psyche. It just completely warps and distorts egos." You are not a genius. There are days when you have genius, interesting. #tedtalks #genius #creativity #innnovation

History

Do you remember those fun times watching *The Flintstones* or *The Jetsons*? Such nostalgia, right? Recently, as I was reminiscing, an observation struck me - where were the Black characters in both these iconic shows? One set in the prehistoric past and the other in a futuristic utopia, and yet, a glaring omission of representation. For someone deeply embedded in DEI and historical literacy, this isn’t just a pop culture miss. It’s a testament to the power of imagination — how it can easily erase entire communities without raising eyebrows. As a culture critic, I've learned that media and art often mirror society's deeper undercurrents. When we "imagine" both our past and our future without diverse voices, what does that signal about our present? It's food for thought. If shows can invisibly mold perceptions, just imagine the ripple effect in other areas of our lives. **So, let's chat:** Have you noticed other instances where certain groups were subtly (or overtly) missing from mainstream narratives? And what implications might this have on the way we recognize people in the present? Share your insights below. Let's uncover, understand, and bridge these gaps together. 💬✨ #CultureCritique #HistoricalLiteracy #DEI #ImagineBetter

In life, if we're truly fortunate, the history we unearth is inscribed by the fool who adeptly plays the jester, skillfully concealing the truth within the folds of humor. As the world grapples with challenges and questions the very essence of freedom of speech in America, we come to realize that these issues merely scratch the surface of our broader societal problems. While poets and scholars diligently document the events of our times, capturing the essence of the present, it is the jesters, the comedians, the provocateurs, and the troublemakers who hold the key to unveiling the raw and unfiltered truth. In a world of carefully orchestrated narratives and political agendas that often shroud the reality of our world, the jesters and comedians wield a unique power. They possess the audacity to unravel the complexities of our existence through laughter, revealing the profound and the absurd. These truth-seekers challenge conventions, daring to expose the hypocrisies and injustices that lurk beneath the surface of society. In their words and performances, they hold a mirror to our collective conscience, forcing us to confront uncomfortable truths that we might otherwise avoid. �The provacatuers and troublemakers play a vital role in preserving the authenticity of our collective narrative. They act as catalysts, igniting necessary conversations that demand change and introspection. Through their craft, they unmask the flaws and hypocrisies that may otherwise remain concealed. Their audacious actions disrupt the equilibrium, dismantling complacency and questioning established norms. In a world rife with uncertainties, they remind us of the importance of safeguarding freedom of speech and cherishing diverse perspectives. https://lnkd.in/eKZsda7C #THEBOX #K2.0 #storyteller #ridingandrantingwithkirknoland #DETROIT #artistgreenroom #Ridingandrantingwithkirk #storyteller #detroit #troublemaker #dissenter

Despite the Gen Z craze, businesses still fail to grasp young people’s grievances. Without a real understanding of the cultural, historical and local contexts of young people’s concerns, analysing and predicting cultural narratives in today’s rapidly polarising world becomes futile. → Swipe for a closer look and read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/ez7yTxkF → Do you want more? Subscribe to our bi-weekly newsletter for the most interesting insights to human-proof your future. Words by: Mina Baginova #Trendsactive #Signals #CultureNews