Episode 14: Poverty Porn 2.0

Disrupt Development - A podcast by Alexander Medik

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The colonial relationships and attitudes can clearly be recognised in the communications of international aid organisations. Like during the colonial times on 'expedition' to hike in Nepal. Cycle in Tanzania. Showing white saviourism when celebrities and ambassadors are visiting projects abroad emphasizing the suffering 'other'. Simulating misery of non-West countries by locking yourself up in a cage, painting faces of celebrities as if they have Ebola or organizing a sleap over party for chi...