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Valdy Wiratama Active learner with a penchant for cultural observation

Valdy Wiratama is a cultural economics enthusiast who previously worked in research and business development. When he’s not writing, he likes to catch up on the latest global news, analyze films, and read stories about personhood.

5 posts

Entertainment 5 months ago

The economics behind album releases during a pandemic

As long as musicians position themselves as defenders of art, they can get away with holding back on...

Entertainment 7 months ago

'High Fidelity’ gender-flips its lead character to high success

In the case of "High Fidelity", the female iteration works because fans no longer have to ...

Entertainment 1 year ago

The economics behind Fyre Festival – the greatest party that never happened

The concept seemed promising on paper but quickly backfired when ticket holders got a taste of its f...

Entertainment 1 year ago

Expressing vulnerability: A different portrayal of masculinity on the big screen

Men experience emotions just as often as they experience physical endurance.

Entertainment 1 year ago

Sam Fender tuning out toxic masculinity with 'Dead Boys'

As a single, "Dead Boys" offers a raw depiction of how toxic masculinity can kill men.

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5 posts

The economics behind album releases during a pandemic

'High Fidelity’ gender-flips its lead character to high success

The economics behind Fyre Festival – the greatest party that never happened

Expressing vulnerability: A different portrayal of masculinity on the big screen

Sam Fender tuning out toxic masculinity with 'Dead Boys'

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