Our first meeting went smoothly however we decided that we need more time for each one in the future. Focussing on the idea of how different companies create entertainment for the public with an institutionalised mindset was difficult because of the vagueness of the topic. After much discussion we realised that kpop and MTV have strong and starkly different ideals for how to reel in fans

The purest idea of an “Idol” encapsulates the south Korean pop culture mindset.

We discussed the repercussions of scandal when these idols are exposed in comparison to MTV stars who thrive off debauchery. MTV seems to host shows that make the general public feel better about themselves while the kpop scene creates idealistic models of pop culture to look up to.

It seemed like our conversation had gone a bit off track until Rachel reminded us of our brief: INSTITUTIONS. I do however think that the “star factory” process of creating a desired and perfected product. Kids are taken an train for years to become kpop stars and some never even debut.

As for MTV the use of youths for our entertainment is not unfamiliar. Shows like “16 and Pregnant” star girls facing the struggles of motherhood, their dramas becoming our whimsical amusement.