Translating Moral Makeovers

Kam Raslan | Vernon Adrian Emuang | Sharmilla Ganesan

27-Oct-18 17:00

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This week our culture vultures discuss three exciting topics from the world of pop culture. Kam's been watching too much TV lately and finds himself hooked on makeover programmes like Property Brothers and Income Property; exploring the tropes & appeal surrounding makeovers. Vernon Adrian Emuang then explains what a social phenomenon called 'moral licensing' can tell us about the behavior of public figures, especially ones in Malaysia. Sharmilla wraps up the episode with a recount of a play she watched, as she ponders over what being 'lost in translation' really means.

Produced by: Ali Johan

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Categories: Film, Performing Arts, History, People and Places

Tags: Makeover Shows, Property Brothers, Income Property, America's Next Top Model, Reality Television, Lost In Translation, PD Elections, Moral Licensing, Social Psychology, Language Barriers,

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