The podcast, A Day in the Life of a Digital Anthropologist, takes listeners on a journey into the daily lives of digital anthropologists and explores what it really means to be an anthropologist in virtual spaces. Scarleth Milenka, executive director of the OREZ Anthropological Research organization, hosts the podcast with the goal of promoting the work of digital anthropologists and helping people understand what do digital anthropologists do?
Last fall, I sat down with Scarleth on A Day in the Life of a Digital Anthropologist, we discussed my work as a digital anthropologists, both in industry and in academia. I shared a bit of my unique approach to exploring online cultures and digital communities. We discussed a day in my life as a design researcher at Walmart. We dove into the challenges and rewards of being a digital anthropologist in an increasingly connected yet polarized world.
🔍 Here’s what to expect:
– How digital anthropology shapes our understanding of online communities
– My top tips for staying grounded in a fast-paced digital landscape
– A behind-the-scenes look at her research process and what keeps her motivated
– Real-world examples of how digital anthropology can impact everything from social media trends to community building
– Join us for a thought-provoking conversation that breaks down what it truly means to work in this field and why it’s more important now than ever.
Tune in now and get ready to see the digital world through a whole new lens. 🎧✨
Sydney Yeager 