About this episode
The episode explores the concept of authenticity versus perfection in a Chinese reality show.
What if perfection is boring? A Chinese reality show is putting that question to the test live on air. No retouches. No second takes. Just glorious, awkward, unfiltered authenticity. When did we stop wanting perfection and start wanting someone who sounds exactly like the rest of us? / Awake at night? Don't check the time (13:50) On the show: Steve, Fei Fei & Yushan
People in this episode
Host: Steve
Guests: Fei Fei, Yushan
Topics covered
- reality show
- authenticity
- perfection
- Chinese culture
- society
- media
Keywords
- reality show
- authenticity
- perfection
- Chinese culture
- media
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: China Plus
Books & works: Imperfect is the new perfect
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