Clout Culture - Youth Cultures in Changing Societes Conference

CULTURE'S ROLE IN THE FUTURE
REBEKA MÉRY (FOLK SINGER, ETHNOGRAPHER)
BARBARA SOMOSSY (TELEVISION HOST, DIRECTOR)
ANNA JUHÁSZ (PROGRAMME DIRECTOR, LITERATTEUR)
MIKLÓS BÁLINT TÓTH (MATHIAS CORVINUS COLLEGIUM, SCHOOL OF SOCIAL
SCIENCES AND HISTORY)
Abstract
This panel explores the indispensable role of culture and its potential absence
in shaping our world. It scrutinizes the relevance of folk culture as a link
between the past and present, particularly examining its resonance with the
younger generation.
The conversation delves into the changing literary landscape in the AI age,
questioning the relevance of writers and poets in a world dominated by
technologies like ChatGPT. Concerns about the potential loss of cultural
authenticity due to AI-generated content are discussed, highlighting the
impact on the cultural landscape. The discussion addresses the place of folk
songs in today's society, exploring platforms like YouTube and Spotify and
debating whether these traditions should extend beyond the Hungarianspeaking
audience.
Within the context of technological shifts and globalization, the discussion
examines the evolving dynamics of defining the target audience for Hungarian
literature. It raises questions about transcending linguistic boundaries to
share traditional cultural elements, such as folk songs, with a broader,
international audience.
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PANEL DISCUSSION