Mainly reading/reviewing Paul du Gay's 'Consumption and Identity at Work' today. It's really key to my research (and far more readable than Foucault!)
#SociologyOfWork #OrganisationStudies #CulturalEconomy #Sociology #IndustrialRelations #LabourProcess #PhD

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Lebanon's Finance Minister Yassin Jaber has implemented strict guidelines for foreign artists, including a 17% tax and 5% entertainment tax, to improve revenue and support local artists during financial difficulties.

#Lebanon #TaxReform #CulturalEconomy

🎶Bad Bunny’s 🏟Super Bowl moment wasn’t just music—it showed how culture shapes global economics. That same shift creates space for African and diaspora creators to build wealth through influence, IP, and platforms. What’s your take? 🌍
#Kurudy #diaspora #CulturalEconomy #GlobalImpact #badbunny

Council presses to keep West Main development and multimodal plan moving; CT Transit bus extension discussed Councilors urged focused work on West Main Street (form‑based code, traffic and signage) and asked the town manager to track multimodal study steps; CT Transit confirmed bus-to-North-End is a study priority.

Cheshire councilors are rallying to transform West Main Street into a vibrant hub of culture and commerce, emphasizing the urgent need for coordinated transportation plans!

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#CT #UrbanPlanning #CulturalEconomy #MultimodalTransportation #CitizenPortal

From Indus clay to turquoise ceramics, Multani Kashigari shows how empowering artisans can protect heritage and fuel economic growth
By Amna Ejaz Rafi

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#MultaniCeramics #PakistaniHeritage #KashigariArt #Cultural #Artisans #CulturalEconomy #LocalArtisans

Preserving Multani Ceramics And Handicrafts: Pakistan’s Cultural Heritage And Craft Economy Multani ceramics and handicrafts preserve Pakistan’s cultural heritage, empower artisans, and promote creative industries locally and globally

Multani blue pottery reflects centuries of cultural exchange, from Kashigari roots to modern ceramics, preserving Pakistan’s artistic soul.
By Amna Ejaz Rafi

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#MultaniCeramics #PakistaniHeritage #KashigariArt #CulturalEconomy #LocalArtisans

Moving Icons: DHL’s precision play in high-value exhibition logistics The cross-border movement of James Bond artifacts highlights the rising complexity of high-value art and exhibition logistics.

The global movement of high-value art and exhibition goods has evolved into one of the most demanding niches within logistics, where precision, protection, and timing are non-negotiable.

#DHL #DHLExpress #exhibitionlogistics #culturaleconomy #logistics #AirCargo

DOSM publishes Cultural and Creative Satellite Account 2024 PUTRAJAYA: Malaysia’s cultural and creative industry is now not just a platform for artistic expression, but has instead emerged as one of the country’s important economic drivers. This development was revealed through the publication of the Cultural and Creative Satellite Account 2024 by the Department of Statistics Malaysia (DOSM), which for the first time provides a comprehensive overview of the contribution of the cultural and creative sector to the country’s economy based on official data and statistics. Malaysia’s Chief Statistician, Datuk Seri Mohd Uzir Mahidin, said the cultural and creative industries recorded growth of 7.1 percent or RM130.7 billion in […]

DOSM publishes Cultural and Creative Satellite Account 2024 #CulturalEconomy #CreativeIndustries #MalaysiaEconomy #CulturalStatistics #EconomicGrowth

BasisPointInsight.com - When Infrastructure Kills the Vibe, Ambition Turns Up the Volume by Phynix When the system stumbles, the spirit doesn’t. From FDI to festivals, India’s rhythm keeps rewiring itself for the next act. by Phynix , BasisPointInsight.com

3/3 The show goes on. Sometimes off-beat, always loud.

#Infrastructure #IndiaEconomy #CulturalEconomy

VP Witbooi urges Africa to put creativity at heart of development VP Witbooi urges Africa to put creativity at heart of development NBC Online Sun, 09/07/2025 - 13:59

#Creativity #AfricaDevelopment #CulturalEconomy #EconomicTransformation #VPWitbooi

Portland Council Explores Lithium Mine Development Beneath West Hills Council discusses transforming Portland into a lithium city by leveraging local resources.

Portland is on the brink of transforming its vibrant $3 billion music industry while navigating the controversial proposal for a lithium mine beneath the West Hills—what will this mean for the city's future?

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#PortlandMultnomahCounty #OR #CommunityInput #CulturalEconomy

Musicians Advocate for Support During Portland Music Economy Public Testimony Musicians discuss insurance costs and financial support for Portland's music venues.

Portland’s vibrant music scene is at a crossroads, with rising costs threatening independent venues and the city’s cultural heartbeat—can innovative solutions save the day?

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#PortlandMultnomahCounty #OR #CommunityLivability #CulturalEconomy

Seattle Music Leaders Collaborate on Ecosystem Growth and Policy Recommendations Seattle music community outlines initiatives and partnerships to strengthen local music ecosystem.

Portland's music scene is at a crossroads, facing economic challenges and a call for collaboration to secure its vibrant future.

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#PortlandMultnomahCounty #OR #CulturalEconomy #MusicSustainability

Mara McLaughlin highlights Portland's music economy as a vital asset for growth McLaughlin emphasizes strategic support needed for Portland's thriving music sector impact.

Mara McLaughlin warns that Portland's booming $3.8 billion music economy, crucial for cultural vibrancy, is at risk without strategic support from local leaders.

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#PortlandMultnomahCounty #OR #EconomicGrowth #MusicTourism #CulturalEconomy

Portland Council Explores Music Sector Growth and Collaborative Culture Change Council discusses strategies to elevate Portland as an independent music capital.

Portland's City Council is igniting a movement to transform the arts into a powerhouse for economic growth—are we ready to embrace our city's creative potential?

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#PortlandMultnomahCounty #OR #CulturalEconomy

Wausau Festival of Arts seeks funding to attract out-of-town art buyers Festival of Arts collaborates with Artrageous to increase visitor spending in Wausau.

Wausau's City Room Tax Commission is at a crossroads, debating how to balance funding for local arts like the Wausau Festival of Arts with the need to attract visitors from afar.

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#WausauMarathonCounty #WI #CitizenPortal #TourismDevelopment #LocalEvents #CulturalEconomy

Bloomington Arts and Entertainment reports $37M economic impact for FY25 Bloomington generates $37 million economic impact with increasing event attendance and diversity.

Bloomington's arts and entertainment scene is booming, generating an astounding $37 million impact on the local economy with record-breaking attendance and events that unite the community!

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#BloomingtonMcLeanCounty #IL #CitizenPortal #CommunityEngagement #CulturalEconomy

Global art markets: History and current trends Published in Cultural Trends (Ahead of Print, 2025)

New in Cultural Trends: Anne-Sophie V. Radermecker reviews Global Art Markets, a major new volume on the history and dynamics of art commerce today.

Edited by Robertson, Chong & Afonso.

#ArtMarkets #CulturalEconomy doi.org/10.1080/0954...

The Black Travel Movement: Community Power in Action.

On iNNOVATION Insights Podcast, Dr. Erinn Tucker-Oluwole discusses how historically Black colleges, churches, and organizations fuel a massive travel economy.

⚫ Watch: youtu.be/LU82v1lRFJE

#BlackTravel #CulturalEconomy #iNNOVATIONInsights

Portland Arts and Culture Office reveals $5.5M in grants for 2024 initiatives Office of Arts and Culture announces significant funding to enhance Portland's cultural landscape.

Portland's investment in the arts is set to soar with $5.5 million in grants aimed at boosting the city's vibrant cultural scene and supporting local artists!

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#PortlandMultnomahCounty #OR #ArtsEducation #CommunityInvestment #CulturalEconomy

Louisville Arts Board updates grant criteria to boost community impact and tourism Louisville Arts Board modifies grant evaluation to enhance tourism and community engagement.

The Lewisville City Council is shaking up its arts grant program to prioritize community engagement and boost tourism—find out how these changes could transform the city's cultural landscape!

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#LewisvilleDentonCounty #TX #CulturalEconomy #CitizenPortal #CommunityEngagement

As trade walls rise and markets waver, the art world recalibrates. Tariffs disrupt the flow of objects – but not ideas.

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#ArtAndPolitics #ArtCollecting #GlobalArtMarket #TariffEra #CulturalEconomy #ArtInCrisis #SlowCollecting #BlackbirdRook #ArtWithoutBorders

Washington state launches own your own art purchase program for local artists Program helps residents buy artwork from local artists through interest-free loans.

A groundbreaking bill in Washington is set to revolutionize art ownership by offering interest-free loans for residents to buy original pieces from local artists!

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#WA #CulturalEconomy #ArtAccessibility #LocalArtists #CitizenPortal

Madison invests $1M in local music scene promoting tourism and community engagement Madison secures loans fostering a million-dollar investment into its vibrant music landscape.

A bold $1 million investment in Madison's music scene is set to transform Jefferson County into Indiana's hottest music destination.

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#JeffersonCounty #IN #CulturalEconomy #TourismDevelopment #JeffersonCountyMusic #CitizenPortal

Transnational Pop Culture and Work This Collection on ‘Transnational Pop Culture and Work’ aims to explore the intersections of popular culture and labor across national boundaries, examining ...

A forthcoming journal issue edited by Professor Anja Louis and Dr. Will Kitchen. Now accepting submissions…

#transnational #popculture #film #media #culturaleconomy

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#PittsburghSymphony

Pittsburgh Symphony's revenue jumped by $750k thanks to record-breaking holiday concerts, but classical subscriptions lag for the third consecutive year. CEO Melia Tourangeau projects a $7M deficit by Aug 31. Can innovation turn the tide? #ClassicalMusic #CulturalEconomy

Rockport Arts Center reports record attendance and successful film festival in quarterly review Arts events thrive with sold-out performances, boosting ticket sales and attracting significant visitor traffic.

Local arts initiatives are thriving in Aransas County, with sold-out concerts and record attendance showcasing their powerful impact on culture and the economy.

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#AransasCounty #TX #CommunityEngagement #CulturalEconomy #TourismDevelopment #CitizenPortal #AransasCountyArts

Pau Rausell participará en la reunión inaugural del proyecto europeo CUL.T en Zagreb Los próximos 6 y 7 de febrero, Pau Rausell Köster, director de Econcult, participará en la reunión inaugural del proyecto europeo CUL.T, que se celebrará en la Universidad de Zagreb, gracias a la acog...

💡 Excited to announce that @paurausell.bsky.social l will be attending the CUL.T kick-off meeting in Zagreb on February 6-7. The project aims to bridge culture and technology through STEAM, fostering gender balance in STEM careers. #CulturalEconomy #STEAMInnovation

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