Overview:

Think Global Forum hosted a roundtable with guest Michele Smith - Chief Executive Officer, MoPOP (Museum of POP Culture), on June 20, 2024.

Pop culture has a significant influence on people around the world. It shapes trends, attitudes, and behaviors. In this discussion, we had:

• Explored the definition of pop culture, discussed its significance in society,
  and provide an overview of its global impact.

• Examined how pop culture reflects society, its influence on fashion, music, and entertainment worldwide, and how social media has contributed to globalization.

• Gave examples of how K-pop music, Hollywood movies, Japanese anime, and manga, among others, have influenced global industries and trends.

Michele Smith was joined at the roundtable by:

• Dr. Barnaby Taylor, Senior Lecturer, Dublin Business School

• María Roa, Communication Director, Think Global Forum

• Simon Hodgkins, Founder, Think Global Forum

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