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How Pop Culture Catalysed the New Manchester

Offered By: TEDx via YouTube

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Course Description

Overview

Explore the extraordinary reinvention of Manchester through the lens of pop culture, property, and politics in this 15-minute TEDxManchester talk by Andy Spinoza. Discover how the city transformed from a post-industrial ruin in the late 1970s to a vibrant, modern metropolis. Learn about Spinoza's firsthand experiences as a witness to Manchester's rebirth, from his early days in the music scene to his later roles in PR and city promotion. Gain insights into the unique interaction between pop culture, urban development, and local politics that laid the foundation for the new Manchester. Examine the intriguing question of whether a city can truly be revitalized through the power of music and cultural movements. Delve into the fascinating journey of a city that went from industrial decline to becoming a symbol of urban regeneration and cultural significance in just four decades.

Syllabus

How Pop Culture Catalysed the New Manchester | Andy Spinoza | TEDxManchester


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