Viva La Life

In this episode of The Journey To Creating Viva La Life Media, we’re leaning back into the raw, off-the-cuff energy you’ve been asking for. We kick things off with a 10-minute catch-up on my life before diving into a deep-layered conversation on the trends and cultural shifts shaping our world in 2025.From the psychological grip of the Backstreet Boys and musical nostalgia to the complex evolution of beauty standards and "Skinny BBL" culture, we’re pulling back the curtain on why we consume what we do. We also get real about "Black Fatigue"—exploring the mental and cultural weight of navigating mainstream media in today’s climate.What we’re diving into today:​The Nostalgia Trap: Why our brains are hardwired for the Backstreet Boys and how nostalgia is being weaponized in modern music production.​Cultural Commentary: The state of street culture in mainstream media and the transition from appreciation to appropriation.​The Fatigue is Real: A candid look at "Black Fatigue" and its heavy implications on our creat