In this episode of The Journey To Creating Viva La Life Media, we’re leaning back into the raw, off-the-cuff energy you’ve been asking for. We kick things off with a 10-minute catch-up on my life before diving into a deep-layered conversation on the trends and cultural shifts shaping our world in 2025.

From the psychological grip of the Backstreet Boys and musical nostalgia to the complex evolution of beauty standards and "Skinny BBL" culture, we’re pulling back the curtain on why we consume what we do. We also get real about "Black Fatigue"—exploring the mental and cultural weight of navigating mainstream media in today’s climate.

What we’re diving into today:

• ​The Nostalgia Trap: Why our brains are hardwired for the Backstreet Boys and how nostalgia is being weaponized in modern music production.
• ​Cultural Commentary: The state of street culture in mainstream media and the transition from appreciation to appropriation.
• ​The Fatigue is Real: A candid look at "Black Fatigue" and its heavy implications on our creativity and well-being.
• ​Beauty Standards 2.0: From BBLs to Ozempic—how the "ideal" body is shifting again and what it means for the next generation.
• ​The Everest Obsession: Why are we so fascinated by the danger of K2 and Everest? Analyzing the psychology of extreme achievement.
• ​Industry Watch: The future of streaming culture and the 2025 trends every creator needs to have on their radar.

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