The VICTVS Podcast: Episode 7 – Copycats and Consequences. Plagiarism and the Boundaries of Originality

Dive deep into the fascinating topic of plagiarism! Join our hosts Ben Clayson and Carly Culver as they examine high-profile cases like Vanilla Ice’s “Ice Ice Baby” and its controversial similarity to Queen’s “Under Pressure,” and Melania Trump’s speech resembling Michelle Obama’s speech.

The hosts discuss the motivations behind plagiarism, from financial and political gain to the desire for recognition, and the serious consequences for those who get caught. They also highlight how technology is both a tool for detection and a new challenge with the rise of generative AI.

The episode underscores the serious consequences of plagiarism, stressing the importance of maintaining integrity in all professional and creative endeavors.

For a laid-back comprehensive exploration of plagiarism and its ramifications, listen to the full episode on the VICTVS website or on all major streaming platforms. Stay tuned for more engaging discussions on education, technology, and academic integrity.

For more details, check out the full transcript available here and follow us on social media for updates. We would also love to know your thoughts, so please leave your comments below!

About The VICTVS Podcast

Learning is not just about exams and qualifications. It’s about exploring new horizons, overcoming challenges, and developing our skillsets and knowledge as individuals and as members of the global community. At VICTVS, we invite guests from diverse backgrounds and fields to appear on our podcast, to share their stories and insights.  We also chat with our friends and colleagues from different cultures and backgrounds, and experts from various industries and sectors, to seek out valuable lessons from their experiences and perspectives.  If you are interested in how education and learning can help you achieve your goals, and in hearing about how people who share our values of honesty, integrity, professionalism, and courage have achieved incredible things, then the VICTVS podcast is for you.

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You can also find a full transcript of the episode here.

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