Popular Culture Flashcards
What is Popular Culture?
Widespread cultural expressions influencing daily life.
How is Popular Culture different from High Culture?
High culture is associated with intellectual achievements, while popular culture is mass-oriented.
What are examples of Popular Culture?
TV, music, films, sports, social media.
How does commercialization impact Popular Culture?
It shapes trends and promotes consumerism.
What is cultural hybridization in Popular Culture?
The blending of local traditions with global influences, e.g., K-pop.
How does Popular Culture influence identity?
It helps shape individual and group identities through shared references.
What is Mass Culture vs. Popular Culture?
Mass culture is industry-driven; popular culture retains grassroots connections.
What role does media play in Popular Culture?
It amplifies trends and facilitates global influence.
What are criticisms of Popular Culture?
It is seen as ephemeral, reinforcing stereotypes, and driven by profit over artistic quality.
