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More Than Meets the Eye
by MTMtE
Since 2019, Emma Cowan and Antonella Jones have been providing you with the top information on the aesthetics of today, yesterday and tomorrow. Tune in for their deep dive into the innerworkings of the aesthetics and cultures you know and love. Episodes are released twice a month on Thursdays. Follow us @mtmteye on Instagram to keep up with new episodes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episodes
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Ep 65 - Blokecore
Hey there listeners! On this week's episode, Emma and Antonella are back with a core episode focused on Blokecore. Blokecore is like football (not the American one) meets fashion. Think Bend it Like Beckham! Tune in next episode to hear about the long wait. We're taking a bit of a different...
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Ep 64 - 2024 Predictions
Tune in to check out the first episode of season 7! We're kicking this season off like we did last year, firstly by making all of our predictions. Leave us a review or let us know if you agree at our Instagram, @mtmteye. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Episode 63 2023 Reflection
The last episode of season 6! Sorry it's coming to you so late. This time, we're reflecting on our predictions from the beginning of the year. Did we get the fashion right? Did we get the vibes right? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Episode 62 Ellie Macphee
Check out Ellie's music on Spotify, search for Cardinal Creek! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Episode 61 Citypop
Heard of Citypop? If not, either you're a technophobe or you missed the pandemic (lucky you!). Citypop is a retroactively named style of music that comes from Japan in the late 70s and 80s. It combines pop music with disco, soft rock, funk music and many others. In this episode, Emma and…
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Episode 60 Rumours
Emma and Antonella break down the witchy, bohemian vibes of Fleetwood Mac's 1977 album Fleetwood Mac. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Episode 59 Clean Girl
Emma and Antonella explore the ever controversial Clean Girl aesthetic! Thanks to Phineas O'Brien for the use of our theme song, and thanks to Acast for hosting us! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Episode 58 Stefano
This week we chat with New York based portrait artist, Stefano Curti! Check his work out on his Instagram @sncurti (also just follow him cause he's a cool dude). Thanks to Phineas O'Brien for our theme song and thanks to Acast for hosting us! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more...
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Episode 57 Fanfare
This week Emma and Antonella discuss and little known aesthetic known as Fanfare. Although you might not have heard of it, you've definitely seen it, whether that was at the Big Apple Circus or in the movie theatre. Emma discovers she's secretly a big Fanfare girlie and maybe there's a link…
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Episode 56 Ashes and Diamonds
This week, Emma and Antonella discuss the 1958 Andrzej Wajda film, Ashes and Diamonds. You'll get the plot and a breakdown of the aesthetics and cinematography from the film you've never heard of, but should see! (Also, so obviously an Emma pick, she knows...) Hosted on Acast. See…
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Episode 55 Indie Sleaze
This week, Emma and Antonella discuss: Indie Sleaze. The aesthetic is a retroactively named aesthetic that grew between 2007-2012. It was influenced by the emergence of the internet on a new scale, and the crash of the economy in 2008. Thanks to Acast for hosting us, and Phineas O'Brien for our...
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Episode 54 Chloe Carson
It's time to block out the haters with visual artist Chloe Carson. Antonella and Emma interview their friend (and possible collaboration partner for Antonella) Chloe Carson, a painter with a flair for cartoonish commentary on the feminine identity. Listen to learn about Chloe and her favorite...
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Episode 53 Avant Garde
This week, Antonella and Emma dive into the era defining aesthetic--or sort of category of aesthetics?--avant garde! They break down key moments in history, and dive into where in the current culture the avant garde does or could exist. Forgot to do some thank-yous on the episode today, so quick...
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Episode 52: Motomami
This week Emma and Antonella discuss Rosalina's award-winning album "Motomami". Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Episode 51: Balletcore
This week, Emma and Antonella go back to a core aesthetic. They discuss the ever popular balletcore, an aesthetic based in femininity and function. They get into deep discussions about the impact of aesthetics on culture and beauty standards, as well as jam out to some (more) sad female singers....
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Episode 50: Shanel Campbell
This week, Emma and Antonella interview Shanel Campbell, founder and head designer of Bed on Water. We chat about her aesthetics, aliens, capitalism and much more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Episode 49 Americana
Emma and Antonella dive into their personal histories with the aesthetic Americana. All hail Lana Del Rey! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Episode 48 Fallen Angels
This week, Emma and Antonella discuss the 1995 Wong Kar Wai film, Fallen Angels. It's so up their alley that the discussion are rapid fire (with of course, a few rants from Emma) except for the last 10 minutes... PS. Emma is talking about frame within a frame when she keeps saying framing. Thanks...
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Episode 47 Mermaid/siren core
This week, Emma and Antonella explore the aesthetic of mermaid core, also known as siren core. This aesthetic has been floating around the internet and haute couture for a few years now, and seems to be ramping up as we get closer to the release of Halle Bailey's The Little Mermaid. Listen to…
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Episode 46 Hippie
This week, Emma and Antonella explore the hippie aesthetic. They take a deep dive into the history of natural movements, and discover how historical moments in the 60s shaped youth culture. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Ep 45 Season 6 and 2023
This week we analyzed past trends to predict the trends and "vibes" of the new year! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Ep 44 Coconut Girl
Jump into the past (and the future??) with Emma and Antonella while they discuss the very formative aesthetic Coconut Girl! Imagine Hawai'i, the beach, surfer boys, and the Ventures playing on the radio, and you ARE the Coconut Girl. Shout out to Mimi Wang, @huntxr on Instagram, for our new...
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S5 Ep5 Parisienne
This week, Antonella and Emma touch on a classic: the simply but changeable style of la parisienne! Tune in to learn a little bit about the history of fashion in France and how to look like you could flawlessly fit into the life style of Paris. Also, if you need any good French film...
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S5 Ep4 Whack World
This week, Emma and Antonella discuss Tierra Whack's debut (and visual) album Whack World. The album is a beautiful exploration of Tierra Whack's imagination as well as a dive into her personal experiences told literally or through visual and aural metaphors. We recommend watching the 15 minute...
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S5 Ep3 Grunge Fairy
This week, Antonella and Emma discuss the inner-workings of Tik-Toks newest trend: Grunge Fairy...or is it Fairy grunge? If you're into leg warmers, peasant skirts, FKA Twigs or that 2003 sexually charged Peter Pan movie, check out this episode! Also, shout out to the town of Port Jeff. We...
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S5 Ep2 ACORN by Yoko Ono
This week Emma got to absolutely gush about her hero, the one and only Yoko Ono <3 (Happy Belated Birthday, Aquarius queen)! Both Emma and Antonella got enlightened by Yoko's concept art book Acorn. Acorn uses abstract instructions to remind it's reader to practice mindfulness, and be aware of…
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S5 Ep1 𝒯𝓌𝑒𝑒
This week we discussed what are the Tik-Tok-ers are raging about...Twee! But did you know that Twee actually originated in the early 80s? Probably not! Listen to learn about the political origins of a movement of femininity, as well as the commercialization of Twee and the invention of the Manic...
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S4.5 Ep5 - Afrofuturism
In this episode, Antonella and Emma explore the wacky and wonderful world of Afrofuturism! They discuss everything from early Afrofuturistic music cultivated by the one and only Sun Ra, up to the Afrofuturism influence that we see everyday in movies like Black Panther or in Doja Cat music videos....
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S4.5 Ep4- PCA: Ctrl
This week we delve into SZA's 2017 debut album Ctrl. The 14 track album has influenced a generation of artists and listeners alike, with its confessional lyrics sung in SZA's unique timbre. Aside from the music itself, the album's visual aesthetics also help to create a complete experience. We…
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S4.5 Ep3 - Art Deco
Prepare to be educated!! This week we dived deep into the origins and many facets of the wonderful Art Deco. Art Deco could be classified as an era, a frame of mind, but most importantly: it's an aesthetic! Also prepare for Emma to roast the F out of Leonardo Dicaprio's voice, cause she takes…
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S4.5 Ep 2 - 𝕊𝕦𝕓𝕞𝕒𝕣𝕚𝕟𝕖
We were clearly very excited when recording this episode seeing as it is almost an hour long! This episode is about Richard Ayoade's 2010 film "Submarine". The film follows a peculiar boy named Oliver Tate, who tries to balance his first relationship while simultaneously saving his parent's...
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S4.5 Ep1 - 𝓓𝓪𝓻𝓴 𝓐𝓬𝓪𝓭𝓮𝓶𝓲𝓪
Welcome back to our little half season!! This time, we're starting off with 𝓓𝓪𝓻𝓴 𝓐𝓬𝓪𝓭𝓮𝓶𝓲𝓪~~. Take a leap back in time to mid-pandemic when we...missed school? Or maybe just the romanticized version of it. Either way, we styled plaid tennis skirts, with good books, and lots of library...
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MTMtEye S4 Ep6: Cowboy/Cowgirl
Sorry for the delayed release! It's been a little crazy in MTMtEye town recently, but we haven't forgotten about our lovely listeners! This week we dive into the wonderful world of Dolly Parton...well, and other cowgirls and cowboys too! Get ready for a history lesson, along with a loooong list…
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MTMtEye S4 E6: A Girl Walks Home Alone at Night
On this week's episode, our hosts break down the black-and-white world of an "Iranian vampire western:" A Girl Walks Home Alone at Night. Listen for disco, English nerd content, and of course vampires. Stay safe and have a happy start to your holiday season everyone! Hosted on Acast. See...
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MTMtEye S4 Ep5: 𝔰𝔱𝔢𝔞𝔪𝔭𝔲𝔫𝔨
Hello everyone, we're back after a short break! Happy November (!) and hope your Halloween and Election Days/Nights/Weeks went well. This week Emma and Antonella are diving into steampunk. From Snowpiercer to Hugo to the stylish corsets and chunky boots of today, this aesthetic is both all around...
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MTMtEye S4 Ep4: HUMBUG
Hi guys, gals and everyone in between! We're almost at the halfway point of this season...already! This week we're looking at Arctic Monkey's 2009 album Humbug. It's a favorite of both Emma and Antonella (and they have the same favorite track, of course). We won't be releasing anything next week,...
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MTMtEye S4 Ep3: cottagecore!
This week, Emma and Antonella discuss ~cottagecore~! Cottagecore is big especially in fashion and architecture, but it's influence can be seen in music and even politics! It's a contemporary internet aesthetic, so probably familiar to many listeners, but maybe new as well! Enjoy and stay safe~~...
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MTMtEye S4 Ep2: Takk...
This week, Antonella and Emma discuss Sigur Ros's revolutionary 2005 album "Takk..."! It's an adventure into the cold and beautiful wilderness of Iceland. The songs themselves tell deep and complicated stories, touching on emotions that are hard to explain. Hope you are staying healthy and safe!...
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MTMtEye S4 Ep1: EMO
Welcome (us?) back listeners! We hope you had a nice, slightly smaller break from us over the past month or so. Emma and Antonella are back in Boston this week (hopefully for the rest of the season) and can't wait to bring you more fashion, music and h a p p i n e s s :). This week we are talking...
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MTMtEye Season 3 Episode 9: Bajirao Mastani
This week Emma and Antonella discussed the Bollywood blockbuster Bajirao Mastani, in another one of their pop culture aesthetics. They marvel over the intricate sets, costumes, and the incredible music of the film. This episode is the last of the season, so see you in a month or two with season…
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MTMtEye Season 3 Episode 8: 얼짱 (Ulzzang)
This week Emma and Antonella discuss the natural beauty trend Ulzzang! They discuss bubbly and cute clothes, make up and music, and also delve deep into issues with beauty standards and the internet. Hope you enjoy and stay safe~~ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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MTMtEye Season 3 Episode 7: Parasite
This week Emma and Antonella welcome their special guest Livia, joining them as they discuss Bong Joon Ho's academy award winning film, Parasite. They explore the colors, sounds, and setting of this gut-twisting story of class divide and greed, while also low-key fangirling over Choi Woo-sik.…
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MTMtEye Season 3 Episode 6: Britpop
This week, Emma and Antonella dived into the past once again! This time they explored Britpop, which was a new term for Antonella, but a familiar subject for both. They talked about the influence (and lack thereof) of British culture in the 90s, and jammed out to greats by Oasis, Pulp, Suede and...
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MTMtEye Season 3 Episode 5: Moonlight
This week Antonella and Emma explore the aesthetic themes found in the incredible 2016 Barry Jenkin's Film Moonlight. They explore the famous use of color in the film, as well as the use of sound, location and clothing. They also discuss the powerful characters, and how their emotions and...
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MTMtEye Season 3 Episode 4: Rococo
This week let them eat cake! Emma and Antonella travel back in time to discuss Rococo, the infamous period of French art and culture centered around elegantly feminine motifs and flirtatious style. They hope to continue bringing you new episodes during quarantine! Stay safe~~ Hosted on Acast. See...
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MTMtEye Season 3 Episode 3: Back to Black
This week, Antonella and Emma discussed the second studio album of one of their all-time favorites, Amy Winehouse -- six feet apart of course! They talked about the influence of the album Back to Black, as well as the unique portrait of Winehouse that it brought to the world. There was a little...
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MTMtEye Season 3 Episode 2: Bboy/Bgirl
Against all odds and without a BU recording studio, Emma and Antonella are back with another episode where they discuss the aesthetics and culture surrounding Bboy style dancing and its origins. Recorded remotely from Antonella's backyard (sitting six feet apart of course), they talk Run-DMC,...
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MTMtEye Season 3 Episode 1: IGOR
In this week's podcast, Antonella and Emma discuss Tyler the Creator and the aesthetics of his music, specifically his most recent studio album Igor. They take a close look at the unique stylistic choices of the music videos, album art and discuss how his most recent album bends genres. Please...
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MTMtEye Season 2 Episode 9: Born to Die
In this week's podcast, Emma and Antonella discuss Lana Del Rey and the aesthetics of her music -- specifically, her second studio album, Born to Die. They examine Lana Del Rey's intricate storytelling and characterization throughout the album through analyzing songs like "Born to Die" and "Video...
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MTMtEye Season 2 Episode 8: Retro Glam
Emma and Antonella delve into the roots of retro glam as an aesthetic, highlighting retro glam fashion icons like Marilyn Monroe and Audrey Hepburn and music artists such as Lana del Rey and Dolly Parton. With retro Hollywood back in style, this episode examines how the retro glam aesthetic...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Since 2019, Emma Cowan and Antonella Jones have been providing you with the top information on the aesthetics of today, yesterday and tomorrow. Tune in for their deep dive into the innerworkings of the aesthetics and cultures you know and love. Episodes are released twice a month on Thursdays. Follow us @mtmteye on Instagram to keep up with new episodes.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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