Today In Culture Edition #28
Culture & Society - DEC. 3, 2024
Welcome back to Today in Culture, your go-to newsletter for curated reflections, standout articles, and compelling insights from voices across the creative, cultural, and intellectual landscape. In this 28th edition, we’re diving into articles that explore resilience, artistic legacy, community voices, and the stories shaping our perspectives.
Working-Class Heroes
This thought-provoking piece centers on the indispensable contributions of working-class individuals. It highlights their often-overlooked roles in driving culture, innovation, and societal stability. A tribute to resilience, grit, and the collective power of the unsung, it’s a must-read for anyone questioning the true engines of progress. -
Art as Legacy
What happens when artistic traditions meet the energy of the next generation? This article from
illuminates how young creators are redefining the legacy of art through their fresh perspectives, all while standing on the shoulders of giants.
Reflections on Value
A brilliant exploration of how we measure the value of time and labor. It challenges readers to rethink their relationship with money, offering meditations on worth, exchange, and purpose in an increasingly transactional world. -
Revisiting Gaddafi’s Story
Dive into the geopolitical intrigues and lesser-known narratives behind Gaddafi’s demise. This powerful analysis blends historical insights with contemporary implications, providing a nuanced take on an often-polarizing figure. -
Honest Reflections
A tender and raw piece about endings, transitions, and the weight of saying goodbye.
captures universal emotions with stunning clarity.
Let Loose, Then Think
This joyfully irreverent essay explores the catharsis of dance and the beauty of surrendering to movement. It’s a celebration of the body as a site of expression and freedom. -
Ivy League Inequalities
An eye-opening look at class divides in elite academic spaces, this article sheds light on the nuanced struggles of navigating privilege and exclusion. -
Cultural Commentary
Pop culture meets thoughtful critique in this sharp take on modern masculinity and its portrayal in media. Insightful and engaging! -
Fiction Teaser
For fiction fans, this snippet from offers an intriguing peek into their upcoming work. The narrative voice is vivid and impossible to ignore.
Amplifying Deaf Voices
This powerful commentary challenges us to confront systemic silences, advocating for genuine inclusivity in media and beyond. -
R&B Retrospective
Celebrate the best in R&B with this meticulously curated list. A love letter to the genre, it’s sure to spark debates and deepen your playlist. -
December Meditations
A poetic and contemplative guide to closing out the year with intention and peace. Beautifully written, it’s an ideal companion for anyone seeking clarity. -
Radiating Light
A reminder of inner strength and self-sufficiency, this uplifting essay inspires readers to reclaim their personal power. -
Music Spotlight
Curated with care, this playlist bridges soulful classics and modern hits. Tune in for a transformative listening experience. -
Everyday Epiphanies
The mundane becomes magical in this reflective essay about life’s quiet revelations. -
Carrying What Breaks Us
This deeply personal piece explores grief, resilience, and the collective journey of healing. -
Leading Creativity
A compelling call to action for creatives to embrace leadership and community building as they chart new frontiers. -
Lead the Future of Creativity & Inclusion with Us
It all started with a simple idea: to create a platform where every voice matters, especially those often overlooked. From uplifting Black artists to amplifying women of color in music, Realm Empire Industries has grown into a community that inspires, empowers, and connects.
“I chose to repurpose this painting because I felt that it was one of the lesser pieces from that period, even though I still liked that stenciled area. Once I got working on the new painting, I thought leaving part of the old work showing might work well here and I feel like it was a good choice. It’s tricky trying to choose how to engage with previous imagery like this. Most often, there’s no connection between new and old ideas necessitating a clean slate.” -
Today In Culture Edition #27
Welcome to the 27th edition of Today in Culture! Today, we journey through the complexities of peace, friendship, joy, and the power of creativity. Let’s dive into the highlights from some of the most compelling pieces on Substack.
All excellent pieces. Thank you for this compilation, and thanks for including my post.
Hey thanks for the nod and the kind words 🤲🏾