An Aural Account

An Aural Account

By Molly SeghiSociety & CulturePersonal Journals
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An Aural Account episodes

  • The Mania of Music: From Artist to Audience

    Have you ever been to a concert where everyone in the crowd was nearly identical to each other in appearance and behavior? Have you ever noticed how you feel much more free when listening to coming-of-age music while angrier when listening to rap? Well, Leah Chambers and I have. In this episode, we examine different identities and “eras” created by being a part of a certain audience and whether we should judge an artist by their art. We then discuss how our relationship with music has changed over time and with social media. Leah introduces the concept of decision fatigue and how important it is to actively choose what we consume.


    Sources:

    They Cloned Tyrone (2023)

    “Lew’s Lullaby” by Ritt Momney 

    "Auntie Diaries" by Kendrick Lamar 

    Musical Influence

    How does music affect your brain? | Live Science

    The inescapable nature of musicals artists’ influence 

    Can You Hear the Music?

    The harmful side of music: Understanding the effects of rumination on adolescent mental health

    1 hr 1 min
  • Oh, to be a Woman

    This episode is a part of a series that explores the good, the bad, and the ugly of womanhood. The topics covered in this episode are:

    - Wedding Pinterest boards

    - The confidence gap between men and women

    - The expectation of perfection

    - The scene of girls getting ready to go out

    - The deep natural capacity to love, care, and sympathize


    Sources: 

    Opinion | The Hunger Fed by ‘Barbie’ and Taylor Swift - The New York Times 

    “In a Good Way” by Faye Webster

    "How does perfectionism influence body image?" Episode 

    America Ferrera's Empowering 'Barbie' Monologue: Read the Full Text | Entertainment Tonight 

    Preview: Taylor Swift on sexist labels in the music industry


    26 min
  • Love (in Relationships)

    There is a reason why people argue that love is necessary for our existence. We consume love in the media we watch, the music we listen to, and the art we admire. But what is love? To understand why love is such a fundamental value and inspiration in our society, we must examine what it means at a basic level. In this episode, I explore Ancient Greek's seven forms of love found in various relationships. I discuss what it means to "love" versus to "be in love" and how understanding the five love languages is crucial for relationships.

    Sources: 

    What Is Love?

    The Ancient Greeks Recognized 7 Different Forms Of Love | by Acamea 

    How do you learn to love yourself? (“Love Yourself Without Likes” Episode)

    9 Core Differences Between Love And Being In Love 

    Love in Different Languages: 118 Various Ways to say I Love You 

    32 min
  • "The Kids Are Not Okay"

    In this episode, my friend, Leah Chambers, and I have a conversation about everything from confidence and our inner child to our addiction to our phones and why we need an internet apocalypse. Listen as we share our thoughts and laugh together.

    1 hr 2 min
  • Love, Future Lily and Molly
    It’s you, from June 14, 2023. Here is who we are at the end of the year. We hope we made you proud. X
    Dear, Future Lily and Molly- https://open.spotify.com/episode/2vPOCD2pImLbUHmSAf8yRo?si=g0WO6xixQteLeJTZKMoEtw
    1 hr 4 min
  • Culture: US vs UK vs DE vs SE
    One of the most attractive aspects of Kivun for me was the diverse nationalities of its participants. Over the year, we had the chance to learn about each other’s cultures, as well as our shared Jewish culture. In this episode, Sammy Schajer from London, Ilja Scherb from Germany, and Jacob Lecerof from Sweden join me to discuss the cultural differences between our countries. We open the conversation by relaying stereotypes we have of each other’s counties, and we decide if they are accurate or not. We talk about the behavior of the "average" person in each country, Jewish life, anti-Semitism, core values, teenage social life, school system, and transition to advanced studies.
    Kivun is over, and I'm back home in the United States while editing this episode. It was an honor and privilege to get to know and grow close to Jewish peers from around the world. My passport is ready; now I have 39 houses to visit!
    1 hr 1 min
  • Marva 159
    Ten-second intervals, minimal showers, copious amounts of canned food, repeat. In this episode, my friend Oliver Ziff and I unpack our experience on Marva, a two-month army basic training course. We share our views about the trials and tribulations of an IDF soldier, as well as unique struggles we faced. We reminisce about notable characters and stories from our time living on the Sde Boker Gadna base. We conclude by reflecting on our takeaways from the once-in-a-lifetime experience.
    1 hr 5 min
  • Philosophy For Dummies

    If you were to open the YouTube app on my phone, most of the videos you would see on the Home page are philosophy related. But, that is the extent of my philosophy knowledge. In this episode, Mateo Resnick, a friend of mine who has been studying philosophy since he was sixteen, enlightens me on some basic schools of thought and his philosophy journey. He explores the everyday benefits of understanding philosophy, as well as how to set boundaries for yourself while studying it. Mateo then shares different resources to help you start a philosophy journey of your own.

    Sources:
    “School of Life” on YouTube
    “Sisyphus 55” on YouTube and Spotify
    The Egg- A Short Story by Kurzgesagt
    “Daily Stoic” on Spotify
    “The Republic” by Plato
    “The Stranger” by Albert Camus
    “Philosophy For Dummies” by Thomas V. Morris


    29 min
  • Addis Ken Project Live at Yellow Submarine
    Addis Ken – አዲስ ቀን (“New Day” in Amharic) – is the name of a unique musical project from international composer, vocalist and sax player Abate Berihun. A prolific saxophonist, composer and vocalist, Berihun is one of Israel’s most prominent Ethiopian musicians, who has toured and collaborated with musical giants such as Mulatu Astatke, Mahmoud Ahmed and Gigi, and is the founder and leader of influential afro-jazz and ethnic ensembles “Tezeta”, “Ras Dashen” and “Kuluma”. They performed at Yellow Submarine on January 5.
    12 min
  • Lessons I’ve Learned (2)
    This episode is part of the “Lessons I’ve Learned” series, which tackles the significance of experiential learning. The following concepts are covered in this episode:
    -You become who you surround yourself with
    -Listen to your gut
    12 min

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An authentic exploration of life as I know it, through thoughts and conversations I have, interesting people I meet, and research I have done.