Episode notes
This week on Who Am I To Judge, we’re talking all things Met Gala; and why this year felt more underwhelming than unforgettable. From the red carpet lacking real excitement to the overall tone feeling disconnected from reality, we get into why the event felt oddly anti-climactic in today’s social and political climate.
We also touch on the growing criticism surrounding Jeff Bezos serving as an honorary co-chair and the counter-events and protests that emerged in response. With Beyoncé returning to co-host after nearly a decade, the timing raised eyebrows for us… because why does this end up being the year? We unpack the optics of wealth, celebrity, and exclusivity, and how moments like the Met Gala can start to feel less like fashion fantasy and more like a very public reminder that the elites are partying amongst themselv ...