Hi friends!

The Love Island UK golden couple have split and Raygun is Australia's new icon (for better or worse). 

Everyone is feeling very demure, very mindful. But where did the phrase originate from? We reference this Dazed article titled Very Demure, Very Mindful: Who Owns An Internet Buzzword? by Laura Pitcher. 

Next, It Ends With Us has been the messiest media circuit since Don't Worry Darling. We share some thoughts and reference articles including The Drama Over It Ends With Us Has Almost Eclipsed the Film Itself by Scaachi Koul for Slate and It Ends With Us Movie Tries to Fix Colleen Hoover Book’s Problems, But Still Reeks of Hollow Girl Power by Sriya Tallapragada for Teen Vogue. 

In recommendations, Maggie enjoyed Emily Sundberg's recent newsletter, The Machine In The Garden from her substack, Feed Me while Jas watched Lee, a war film about Vogue's WWII war correspondent, Lee Miller – released in October. 

Speak soon! Jas & Mags xoxo

Katie Zhou created our fab cover art and India Raine is our wonderful editor and composer of our jingle. Email us at cultureclubmail@gmail.com. Find us on Instagram @cultureclubpod or on our personal accounts @jasmineeskye and @yemagz.

This is a DM Podcast.

Hi friends!
The Love Island UK golden couple have split and Raygun is Australia's new icon (for better or worse). 
Everyone is feeling very demure, very mindful. But where did the phrase originate from? We reference this Dazed article titled <a href="https://www.dazeddigital.com/life-culture/article/64378/1/demure-mindful-tiktok-owns-an-internet-buzzword">Very Demure, Very Mindful: Who Owns An Internet Buzzword?</a> by Laura Pitcher. 
Next, It Ends With Us has been the messiest media circuit since Don't Worry Darling. We share some thoughts and reference articles including <a href="https://slate.com/culture/2024/08/it-ends-with-us-cast-drama-blake-lively-justin-baldoni.html">The Drama Over It Ends With Us Has Almost Eclipsed the Film Itself</a> by <a href="https://slate.com/author/scaachi-koul">Scaachi Koul</a> for Slate and <a href="https://www.teenvogue.com/story/it-ends-with-us-movie-colleen-hoover-book-op-ed">It Ends With Us Movie Tries to Fix Colleen Hoover Book’s Problems, But Still Reeks of Hollow Girl Power</a> by <a href="https://www.teenvogue.com/contributor/sriya-tallapragada">Sriya Tallapragada</a> for Teen Vogue. 
In recommendations, Maggie enjoyed Emily Sundberg's recent newsletter, <a href="https://www.readfeedme.com/p/the-machine-in-the-garden">The Machine In The Garden</a> from her substack, Feed Me while Jas watched <a href="https://www.palacecinemas.com.au/movies/lee">Lee</a>, a war film about Vogue's WWII war correspondent, Lee Miller – released in October. 
Speak soon! Jas &amp; Mags xoxo
Katie Zhou created our fab cover art and India Raine is our wonderful editor and composer of our jingle. Email us at cultureclubmail@gmail.com. Find us on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/cultureclubpod/?hl=en">@cultureclubpod</a> or on our personal accounts <a href="https://www.instagram.com/jasmineeskye/?hl=en">@jasmineeskye</a> and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/yemagz/?hl=en">@yemagz</a>. This is a DM Podcast.

Welcome to Culture Club. A weekly podcast brought to you by Jasmine Wallis and Maggie Zhou where two 20-something media-slashies chat about pop culture, current affairs, the internet and our lives.

A DM Podcast

Welcome to Culture Club. A weekly podcast brought to you by Jasmine Wallis and Maggie Zhou where two 20-something media-slashies chat about pop culture, current affairs, the internet and our lives.
A <a href="https://diamantina.com.au">DM Podcast</a>

Culture Club.

Welcome to Culture Club. A weekly podcast brought to you by Jasmine Wallis and Maggie Zhou where two 20-something media-slashies chat about pop culture, current affairs, the internet and our lives.
<a href="https://diamantina.com.au">A DM Podcast</a>

Very Mindful

Hi besties, 

Sally Rooney's latest novel is set to hit shelves this week. As the hype of another Cool Girl Book takes over our feeds, we discuss the impact that Advanced Reading Copies (or, ARCs) can have on a novel's success. 

We reference the Esquire article Are You Cool Enough For The Latest Sally Rooney Novel? by Madeline Diamond and Cameron Gibson's TikTok account Slaggy Book Club.

In the last month, two of our childhood stars have returned to the spotlight. But something was different. Both Christina Aguilera and Lindsay Lohan stepped out looking like their early 2000s selves. AKA twenty years younger.

We discuss the rise of "undetectable beauty" and reference this Dazed article by Bee Beardsworth and How To Stay Hot by Asia Milia Ware for The Cut.

Next, have you heard of Fridgescaping? It's the new aestheticised part of our lives, according to TikTok. We chat about our feelings on the trend and reference this video by creator @aamirazh on creative burnout.

In recommendation time, Maggie adores the podcast, I'm Wigging Out by Kee Reece Searles and Culture Club Chats alum, Lucy Neville. Jas has been loving the series English Teacher on Disney+. 

Chat to you next time! 
Jas & Mags xoxo

Hi besties, 
Sally Rooney's latest novel is set to hit shelves this week. As the hype of another Cool Girl Book takes over our feeds, we discuss the impact that Advanced Reading Copies (or, ARCs) can have on a novel's success. 
We reference the Esquire article <a href="https://www.esquire.com/entertainment/books/a62246098/sally-rooney-intermezzo-galleys/">Are You Cool Enough For The Latest Sally Rooney Novel?</a> by Madeline Diamond and <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@slaggybookclub/video/7391620584385301768?_t=8paOJvLItGF&amp;_r=1">Cameron Gibson's</a> TikTok account <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@slaggybookclub">Slaggy Book Club</a>.
In the last month, two of our childhood stars have returned to the spotlight. But something was different. Both Christina Aguilera and Lindsay Lohan stepped out looking like their early 2000s selves. AKA twenty years younger.
We discuss the rise of "undetectable beauty" and reference this <a href="https://www.dazeddigital.com/beauty/article/64559/1/undetectable-era-beauty-plastic-cosmetic-surgery-christina-aguilera-xtina-age">Dazed article</a> by Bee Beardsworth and <a href="https://www.thecut.com/article/how-to-stay-hot-beauty-treatments-products.html">How To Stay Hot</a> by Asia Milia Ware for The Cut.
Next, have you heard of Fridgescaping? It's the new aestheticised part of our lives, according to TikTok. We chat about our feelings on the trend and reference <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@aamirazh/video/7409050680511499550?_r=1&amp;_t=8prkQraIWna">this video</a> by creator @aamirazh on creative burnout.
In recommendation time, Maggie adores the podcast, <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/im-wigging-out">I'm Wigging Out</a> by Kee Reece Searles and Culture Club Chats alum, Lucy Neville. Jas has been loving the series <a href="https://www.facebook.com/DisneyPlusAU/videos/fxs-english-teacher-official-trailer-disney/894484562502236/">English Teacher</a> on Disney+. 
Chat to you next time!  Jas &amp; Mags xoxo

Cool Girl Lit

Lucinda Price, AKA Froomes, is one of Australia’s most riveting creatives. A writer, presenter, comedian and self-confessed reformed podcaster, Lucinda is smart and hilarious. 

This month, Lucinda added author to her list of achievements with the publishing of her debut book, All I Ever Wanted Was To Be Hot. 

An interrogation into self image, desirability, pop-culture and power, Lucinda’s book weaves in her own experience with eating disorders and body image alongside clever analysis of Western beauty standards. 

In this ep, we dive into the image-obsessed media industry, chat about the epidemic of plastic surgery and Ozempic, and discuss just how far the Australian health industry has to go when it comes to recognising disordered eating. 

You can buy All I Ever Wanted Was To Be Hot from all good bookstores and follow Lucinda @frooomes.

This episode contains mentions of disordered eating. If you or a loved one are struggling with your mental health, reach out to the Butterfly Foundation or Beyond Blue.

Jas & Mags xo

Lucinda Price, AKA Froomes, is one of Australia’s most riveting creatives. A writer, presenter, comedian and self-confessed reformed podcaster, Lucinda is smart and hilarious. 
This month, Lucinda added author to her list of achievements with the publishing of her debut book, <a href="https://www.panterapress.com.au/product/all-i-ever-wanted-was-to-be-hot/">All I Ever Wanted Was To Be Hot</a>. 
An interrogation into self image, desirability, pop-culture and power, Lucinda’s book weaves in her own experience with eating disorders and body image alongside clever analysis of Western beauty standards. 
In this ep, we dive into the image-obsessed media industry, chat about the epidemic of plastic surgery and Ozempic, and discuss just how far the Australian health industry has to go when it comes to recognising disordered eating. 
You can buy <a href="https://www.panterapress.com.au/product/all-i-ever-wanted-was-to-be-hot/">All I Ever Wanted Was To Be Hot</a> from all good bookstores and follow Lucinda <a href="https://www.instagram.com/frooomes/?hl=en">@frooomes</a>.
This episode contains mentions of disordered eating. If you or a loved one are struggling with your mental health, reach out to the <a href="https://butterfly.org.au/get-support/helpline/">Butterfly Foundation</a> or <a href="https://www.beyondblue.org.au/">Beyond Blue</a>.
Jas &amp; Mags xo

Navigating Toxic Beauty Standards With Author Lucinda Price AKA Froomes

Hi pals. 

Bennifer (2.0) is officially over. We reference this Vanity Fair article titled J.Lo, Ben, and The Art Of Timing Your Celebrity Divorce Announcement by Savannah Walsh and this opinion piece in The Guardian titled Bennifer is Over – Again. But Why Does Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez’s Divorce Feel So Sad? by Sian Cain. 

Taylor Swifthas broken her silence about the cancelled shows in Vienna and Sabrina Carpenter has a new album out.

Pop star of the moment, Chappell Roan has released a two-part TikTok captioned, “Do not assume this is directed at someone or a specific encounter. This is just my side of the story and my feelings".

We share our thoughts and read from an article for Betches titledIs The Internet Already Turning On Chappell Roan? An Investigation Into The Rise And Fall Of *The* Midwest Princess by Melanie Whyte. We also hear from writer Allie Daisy King who wrote an article for Missing Perspectives titled Female Singers Don't Owe Us Anything. 


Next, we're fully in Black Mirror territory. Recently, a new AI product was announced, set to be released in early 2025. ‘Friend’ is an AI-powered companion that aims to help society’s loneliness epidemic. We discuss our thoughts and read from an interview with the founder, Avi Schiffmann in Dazed. 

In recommendations, Maggie went to MIFF and saw the documentary, No Other Land while Jas shares her thoughts on the film, The Worst Person In the World. 

Chat next time! Jas & Mags xo

Hi pals. 
Bennifer (2.0) is officially over. We reference this Vanity Fair article titled <a href="https://www.vanityfair.com/hollywood/story/jlo-ben-and-the-art-of-timing-your-celebrity-divorce-announcement">J.Lo, Ben, and The Art Of Timing Your Celebrity Divorce Announcement</a> by Savannah Walsh and this opinion piece in The Guardian titled <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/film/article/2024/aug/21/jennifer-lopez-ben-affleck-divorce-latest">Bennifer is Over – Again. But Why Does Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez’s Divorce Feel So Sad?</a> by Sian Cain. 
Taylor Swift has broken her silence about the cancelled shows in Vienna and Sabrina Carpenter has a new album out.
Pop star of the moment, Chappell Roan has released a <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@chappellroan/video/7404957266853645611?lang=en">two-part TikTok</a> captioned, “Do not assume this is directed at someone or a specific encounter. This is just my side of the story and my feelings".
We share our thoughts and read from an article for Betches titled <a href="https://betches.com/is-the-internet-already-turning-on-chappell-roan-an-investigation/">Is The Internet Already Turning On Chappell Roan? An Investigation Into The Rise And Fall Of *The* Midwest Princess</a> by Melanie Whyte. We also hear from writer Allie Daisy King who wrote an article for Missing Perspectives titled <a href="https://www.missingperspectives.com/posts/female-singers-entitled-fans/">Female Singers Don't Owe Us Anything</a>.  
Next, we're fully in Black Mirror territory. Recently, a new AI product was announced, set to be released in early 2025. ‘Friend’ is an AI-powered companion that aims to help society’s loneliness epidemic. We discuss our thoughts and read from an <a href="https://www.dazeddigital.com/life-culture/article/63276/1/ai-friend-virtual-companion-answer-humanity-loneliness-epidemic-avi-schiffmann">interview with the founder</a>, Avi Schiffmann in Dazed. 
In recommendations, Maggie went to MIFF and saw the documentary, <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7AS6v3hC86Q">No Other Land</a> while Jas shares her thoughts on the film, <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=55M5ZgAqbWo">The Worst Person In the World</a>. 
Chat next time! Jas &amp; Mags xo

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