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Deep Dive into History, Propaganda & Using Fashion as Resistance with Dr. Irene Guenther
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On this episode of the podcast, we are joined by historian and award-winning professor Dr. Irene Guenther.
In our conversation we explore history with Dr. Irene Guenther to discover that the true meaning of fashion involves the human impulse for creative expression. Dr. Gunther reveals the intricate relationship between fashion and identity, and how fashion served as a tool for propaganda, resistance, and personal expression during Nazi occupied Germany period in history. Our dive into fashion history with Irene showcases the powerful role fashion has in shaping cultural narratives and individual identities. In our conversation we also touch upon on the importance of understanding our clothing choices in the context of history and personal stories, highlighting the need for a deeper connection to what we wear.
In between working on various research papers and books Irene teaches at the University of Houston’s Honors College, and runs fundraising campaigns to support foreign student refugees fleeing war torn countries. You can support her work here https://www.gofundme.com/f/refugee-student-campus-sponsorship
Keywords
fashion history, personal identity, Nazi Germany, cultural identity, resistance, post-war fashion, personal expression, art history, propaganda, clothing, resilience, creativity, art, style
Takeaways
· Fashion is a reflection of personal and cultural identity.
· The Nazis used fashion as a propaganda tool to manipulate public perception.
· Fashion can serve as a form of resistance against oppressive regimes.
· Post-war fashion often emerged from necessity and creativity.
· Clothing can carry personal stories and memories.
· Fashion allows individuals to express their identity and defiance.
· The pandemic shifted fashion norms towards comfort and practicality.
· Understanding fashion history can inform our current choices.
· Art and fashion are intertwined in expressing societal values.
· Fashion is not just about trends; it's about personal expression.
On this episode of the podcast, we are joined by historian and award-winning professor Dr. Irene Guenther.
In our conversation we explore history with Dr. Irene Guenther to discover that the true meaning of fashion involves the human impulse for creative expression. Dr. Gunther reveals the intricate relationship between fashion and identity, and how fashion served as a tool for propaganda, resistance, and personal expression during Nazi occupied Germany period in history. Our dive into fashion history with Irene showcases the powerful role fashion has in shaping cultural narratives and individual identities. In our conversation we also touch upon on the importance of understanding our clothing choices in the context of history and personal stories, highlighting the need for a deeper connection to what we wear.
In between working on various research papers and books Irene teaches at the University of Houston’s Honors College, and runs fundraising campaigns to support foreign student refugees fleeing war torn countries. You can support her work here https://www.gofundme.com/f/refugee-student-campus-sponsorship
Keywords
fashion history, personal identity, Nazi Germany, cultural identity, resistance, post-war fashion, personal expression, art history, propaganda, clothing, resilience, creativity, art, style
Takeaways
· Fashion is a reflection of personal and cultural identity.
· The Nazis used fashion as a propaganda tool to manipulate public perception.
· Fashion can serve as a form of resistance against oppressive regimes.
· Post-war fashion often emerged from necessity and creativity.
· Clothing can carry personal stories and memories.
· Fashion allows individuals to express their identity and defiance.
· The pandemic shifted fashion norms towards comfort and practicality.
· Understanding fashion history can inform our current choices.
· Art and fashion are intertwined in expressing societal values.
· Fashion is not just about trends; it's about personal expression.
How to find Irene:
https://www.wih.org/instructor/irene-guenther/
Nazi Chic: Fashioning Women in the Third Reich (Dress, Body, Culture)
https://www.amazon.com/Nazi-Chic-Fashioning-Women-Culture/dp/185973717X
Postcards from the Trenches: A German Soldier’s Testimony of the Great War
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