Podcasts about cultural critique

I've been revisiting Ursula K. Le Guin's brilliant essay "The Child and the Shadow". Le Guin was defending fantasy against the sterile modernism of her era—but what happens when that defence needs to evolve? We're no longer fighting a battle between "good" and "bad" fantasy. Instead, we're caught in something potentially more insidious: the tension between authentic imagination and the ersatz. From the disaster of Rings of Power to the destruction of Star Wars, from AI-generated Jung content flooding YouTube to the Soviet-style creative orthodoxy dominating our cultural institutions—we're witnessing the systematic neutering of the imaginal. But here's the thing: they can't actually touch the real. They break upon authentic creativity like waves upon rock. Through Le Guin's profound analysis of Hans Christian Andersen's "The Shadow" and Jung's psychology, I explore why confronting our shadow isn't just personal development—it's the key to understanding why authentic fantasy endures while corporate imitations crumble. Plus, I reveal how Bulgakov got there first in The Master and Margarita, showing us exactly what happens when the vital imaginal meets bureaucratic control. This isn't just about books or movies. It's about the difference between surface-level engagement and the depths where real creativity lives. Chapter Timestamps: 0:00 - Opening: The Shift from Good vs. Bad to Ersatz vs. Genuine 3:45 - Le Guin's Defence of Fantasy in the Modern Era 8:20 - The Rings of Power Problem: When Creators Think They're Fans 12:15 - AI Jung Slop and the Corruption of the Imaginal 16:30 - Bulgakov's Prophecy: The Master and Margarita's Cultural Critique 22:10 - Reading "The Child and the Shadow": Andersen's Dark Fairy Tale 28:45 - Jung's Psychology: Ego, Shadow, and the Collective Unconscious 35:20 - The Ethics of Fairy Tales: Why Gretel Can Push the Witch 42:15 - Tolkien's True Complexity: Frodo, Sam, and Gollum as Psychic Journey 48:30 - Why Fantasy is the Language of Moral Truth 52:40 - The Problem with "Realistic" Children's Literature 57:25 - Luke in the Cave: Star Wars as Genuine Imaginal Work 60:10 - Closing Thoughts and Shadow Project Tease

In the last third of the twentieth century, the Arab intellectual and political scene polarized between totalizing doctrines—nationalist, Marxist, and religious—and radical critique. Arab thinkers were reacting to the disenchanting experience of postindependence and a widespread sense of malaise, as well as to authoritarianism, intolerance, injustice, failed development, and successive defeats by Israel. The foundational account of these responses, Contemporary Arab Thought illuminates the relationship between cultural and political critique in the work of major Arab thinkers. Elizabeth Suzanne Kassab also connects Arab debates to the postcolonial issues of Latin America and Africa, revealing the shared struggles of different regions. Since its first publication in 2009, this book has stood as the foremost account of contemporary Arab debates on culture, philosophy, modernity, tradition, identity, and liberation. It is widely used in Middle Eastern studies courses, and it has become a classic in the field of Arab intellectual history. Contemporary Arab Thought: Cultural Critique in Comparative Perspective (Columbia UP, 2025) now features an extensive new introduction that reconsiders post-1967 Arab intellectual history in light of the 2011 uprisings and the upheavals that have occurred over the intervening years. Kassab critically reflects on the book's arguments and the responses it has provoked, and she surveys the new preoccupations that have emerged in Arab debates since 2011. As crises again overtake the Middle East, this landmark work continues to offer indispensable insight into the richness of contemporary Arab thought. Elizabeth Suzanne Kassab is associate professor of philosophy at the Doha Institute for Graduate Studies. Her books include Enlightenment on the Eve of Revolution: The Egyptian and Syrian Debates (Columbia, 2019). The Arabic edition of Contemporary Arab Thought received the prestigious Sheikh Zayed Book Award. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

In the last third of the twentieth century, the Arab intellectual and political scene polarized between totalizing doctrines—nationalist, Marxist, and religious—and radical critique. Arab thinkers were reacting to the disenchanting experience of postindependence and a widespread sense of malaise, as well as to authoritarianism, intolerance, injustice, failed development, and successive defeats by Israel. The foundational account of these responses, Contemporary Arab Thought illuminates the relationship between cultural and political critique in the work of major Arab thinkers. Elizabeth Suzanne Kassab also connects Arab debates to the postcolonial issues of Latin America and Africa, revealing the shared struggles of different regions. Since its first publication in 2009, this book has stood as the foremost account of contemporary Arab debates on culture, philosophy, modernity, tradition, identity, and liberation. It is widely used in Middle Eastern studies courses, and it has become a classic in the field of Arab intellectual history. Contemporary Arab Thought: Cultural Critique in Comparative Perspective (Columbia UP, 2025) now features an extensive new introduction that reconsiders post-1967 Arab intellectual history in light of the 2011 uprisings and the upheavals that have occurred over the intervening years. Kassab critically reflects on the book's arguments and the responses it has provoked, and she surveys the new preoccupations that have emerged in Arab debates since 2011. As crises again overtake the Middle East, this landmark work continues to offer indispensable insight into the richness of contemporary Arab thought. Elizabeth Suzanne Kassab is associate professor of philosophy at the Doha Institute for Graduate Studies. Her books include Enlightenment on the Eve of Revolution: The Egyptian and Syrian Debates (Columbia, 2019). The Arabic edition of Contemporary Arab Thought received the prestigious Sheikh Zayed Book Award. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/middle-eastern-studies

In the last third of the twentieth century, the Arab intellectual and political scene polarized between totalizing doctrines—nationalist, Marxist, and religious—and radical critique. Arab thinkers were reacting to the disenchanting experience of postindependence and a widespread sense of malaise, as well as to authoritarianism, intolerance, injustice, failed development, and successive defeats by Israel. The foundational account of these responses, Contemporary Arab Thought illuminates the relationship between cultural and political critique in the work of major Arab thinkers. Elizabeth Suzanne Kassab also connects Arab debates to the postcolonial issues of Latin America and Africa, revealing the shared struggles of different regions. Since its first publication in 2009, this book has stood as the foremost account of contemporary Arab debates on culture, philosophy, modernity, tradition, identity, and liberation. It is widely used in Middle Eastern studies courses, and it has become a classic in the field of Arab intellectual history. Contemporary Arab Thought: Cultural Critique in Comparative Perspective (Columbia UP, 2025) now features an extensive new introduction that reconsiders post-1967 Arab intellectual history in light of the 2011 uprisings and the upheavals that have occurred over the intervening years. Kassab critically reflects on the book's arguments and the responses it has provoked, and she surveys the new preoccupations that have emerged in Arab debates since 2011. As crises again overtake the Middle East, this landmark work continues to offer indispensable insight into the richness of contemporary Arab thought. Elizabeth Suzanne Kassab is associate professor of philosophy at the Doha Institute for Graduate Studies. Her books include Enlightenment on the Eve of Revolution: The Egyptian and Syrian Debates (Columbia, 2019). The Arabic edition of Contemporary Arab Thought received the prestigious Sheikh Zayed Book Award. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/intellectual-history

03:07 The Importance of Family and Proximity05:57 Cultural Expectations vs. Family Values09:13 Personal Experiences with Family Dynamics12:01 Entrepreneurship and Family-Centered Economies15:00 Teaching Kids About Bitcoin18:13 Bitcoin as a Legacy20:59 The Role of Bitcoin in Family Life24:05 Cultural Critique of Silicon Valley26:48 Spiritual Parallels and Humility in Bitcoin34:21 The Baklava Bitcoin Connection35:14 Tech and Humanity: A Christian Perspective37:16 Understanding Social Contract Theory43:08 The Practical Implications of Social Contracts46:52 Political Theology and Evangelical Leaders47:52 Reflections on John Piper's Influence01:01:10 Navigating Controversy in Theology

SEND US A MESSAGE! We'd Love to Chat With you and Hear your thoughts! We'll read them on the next episode. The Shilo Hendrix controversy has poured gasoline on a division that needed no accelerant. Explore the alarming trend of "confronting culture" that we seem to be experiencing and its devastating impact on our society. There is a callousness that has been brewing for some time regarding the gaslighting and perpetuated ethnic idolatry in America. Have we lost our capacity for sympathy in the process? In this thought-provoking video, we delve into the consequences of elevating ethnic identity above human connection and examine the repercussions on our collective humanity. We'll be reacting to a video from Matt Walsh and sharing our thoughts on how he misses the point. Join the conversation and discover the importance of reclaiming empathy in our increasingly divided world.Support the showPlease FILL OUT THIS SURVEYHosts: Brandon and Daren SmithWebsite: www.blackandblurred.comPatreon: www.patreon.com/blackandblurredPaypal: https://paypal.me/blackandblurredYouTube: Black and Blurred PodcastIG: @BlackandBlurredPodcastX: @Blurred_Podcast

In this episode, Aaron McIntire discusses various intriguing topics, starting with the alleged identification of Jack the Ripper through DNA evidence, leading to a humorous critique of the name 'Aaron' in the context of serial killers. The conversation then shifts to the contentious issue of transgender athletes in sports, particularly focusing on C.C. Telfer's case. Following this, Aaron critiques the cultural implications of Hooters as a restaurant chain, questioning its societal role. Finally, he humorously addresses the confusion surrounding prunes and dried plums, dubbing it a 'national crisis.'    

Listener Question: How do I stay engaged with a broken or compromised system?Coaching Insight: The answer depends on context—but it starts with deciding if you want to engageHero's Journey Framework: Crisis, the low point, perspective, and the invitation to re-enterTemptation of Distance: Why staying detached can feel safe but keeps us isolatedThe Cost of Return: Re-engaging means risking hurt again—but also invites growthCycle of Life: We never “arrive”—we grow through constant cycles of disappointment and resolveThe Low Show: A creative collaboration with Scott Erickson rooted in this rhythm Links For Justin:Coaching with JustinOrder In Rest - New Book of PoemsOrder In The Low - NEW Book with Scott EricksonOrder Sacred StridesJustinMcRoberts.comSupport this podcastNEW Single - Let GoNEW Music - Sliver of HopeNEW Music - The Dood and The BirdThe Book - It Is What You Make itHearts and Minds Amazon Barnes and Noble

Support the show!! - https://www.patreon.com/chasedavisBurn the Ships - boulderwell.org/burntheshipsGo to ionlayer.com and use code FPT to get $100 off your first kit. “Against the Waves” - https://amzn.to/41YvyeBSummaryIn this episode of Full Proof Theology, Chase Davison interviews John Harris about his book 'Against the Waves.' They discuss the inadequacies of critiques against social justice, the nature of liberalism as a religion, and the implications of these ideologies on American identity and nationhood. Harris emphasizes the need for a positive vision that critiques liberalism while offering a Christian order as a solution. The conversation explores the complexities of defining a nation in a liberal context and the challenges faced by Christians in navigating these ideologies. In this conversation, Jon and Chase explore the complexities of nationhood, assimilation, and identity in the context of modern society. They discuss the implications of immigration, the challenges of cultural integration, and the narratives shaped by political ideologies. The dialogue also delves into the conservative response to liberal framing and the importance of maintaining a positive vision rooted in heritage and faith.Support the showSign up for the Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/chasedavisFollow Full Proof Theology on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/fullprooftheology/Follow Full Proof Theology on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/fullprooftheology/

We spend our 50th episode (the last of this season) with communication theorist Amit Pinchevski. Amit's recent book Echo (MIT Press) explores its topic through mythology, etymology, history, technology, and philosophy. The book challenges the notion that echo is mere repetition. Instead, Pinchevski argues, echo is a generative medium that creatively expresses our relations to others and the world around us. Just as a baby first learns to speak by repeating the sounds of others, a philosophy of echoes reminds us that our own agency and creativity reside in repetitions that respond to the past.  For our Patreon members we the full two-hour conversation with Amit's “What's Good” segment. Join at patreon.com/phantompower.  Amit Pinchevski is Associate Professor in the Department of Communication and Journalism at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem. His research interests are in theory and philosophy of communication and media, focusing specifically on the ethical aspects of the limits of communication; media witnessing, memory and trauma; and pathologies of communication and their construction. He is the author of By Way of Interruption: Levinas and the Ethics of Communication (Duquesne UP, 2005), Transmitted Wounds: Media and the Mediation of Trauma (Oxford UP, 2019), and Echo (MIT Press, 2022). He is co-editor of Media Witnessing: Testimony in the Age of Mass Communication (with P. Frosh; Palgrave, 2009) and Ethics of Media (with N. Couldry and M. Madianou; Palgrave, 2013). His work has appeared in academic journals such as Critical Inquiry, Philosophy and Rhetoric, Cultural Critique, Cultural Studies, Public Culture, New Media & Society, and Theory, Culture & Society. Today's show was written and edited by Mack Hagood.  Original music by Graeme Gibson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/sound-studies

You're not just bad if you notice. You're an antisemite deepstate operative apparently. Plus all the other names that mean nothing anymore.Segment 1: Ukraine and Zelensky Critique (00:02:08 - 00:20:03)* Main Topic: The hosts criticize Ukrainian President Zelensky, calling him weak and accusing him of sabotaging peace talks with the U.S. administration.* Key Points:* Ukraine is depicted as devastated, with no army left, conscripting the elderly and mentally handicapped.* Zelensky's attempt to "bully" the U.S., particularly J.D. Vance and Donald Trump, is mocked as illogical given Ukraine's dependence on U.S. support.* Claims of corruption: Ukrainian oligarchs allegedly misuse U.S. aid for personal gain (e.g., spending in Switzerland and U.S. ski resorts like Breckenridge).* Reference to a supposed list of U.S. politicians receiving kickbacks from Ukraine (e.g., Joe Biden: $92M, Mitch McConnell: $89M, Nancy Pelosi: $86M).* Tone: Sarcastic and hyperbolic, with strong anti-war sentiment and disdain for U.S. involvement.* Notable Quotes:* "Zelensky's a little bit of a b***h." (00:03:20)* "If you get the most warmongering homosexual on the planet [Lindsey Graham] to go against you, you done effed up." (00:08:15)Segment 2: U.S. Domestic Issues and Principles (00:20:03 - 00:27:00)* Topics Covered:* National Debt: Discussion of the U.S. debt ceiling rising to $40 trillion, with projections to $50 trillion, tying it to the Ukraine war funding.* Social Media Arguments: StwrongOne recounts debating former college and high school friends who support the war, challenging their willingness to send their own kids or money.* Political Hypocrisy: Critique of both parties, noting Republicans like Lindsey Graham and Mitt Romney allegedly taking Ukrainian money alongside Democrats.* Perspective: Emphasis on principles over party loyalty, advocating for peace and fiscal responsibility.* Notable Quote: "We're how many trillions of dollars in debt right now? 36... Going on 37." (00:14:27)Segment 3: Andrew Tate and Cultural Critique (01:26:50 - 01:37:39)* Main Topic: The hosts discuss Andrew Tate's arrival in America and his influence on young men.* Key Points:* Tate is criticized as a "whoremonger" promoting a lifestyle of avoiding marriage and having multiple "baby mamas," compared to figures like Elon Musk and Sean Kemp.* Rejection of Tate's philosophy as antithetical to biblical masculinity and conservative Christian values.* Assurance that young men are shifting toward conservative Christian ideals, not Tate's ideology, countering evangelical fears of his influence.* Tone: Passionate and dismissive, with a mix of humor and moral conviction.* Notable Quotes:* "If someone's telling you that being a whoremonger is based and being a committed married man is gay, you're an effing retard." (01:29:04)* "The people that are influenced by Andrew Tate aren't going to reproduce and push more values." (01:32:25)Segment 4: Courage and Biblical Boldness (01:37:39 - 01:47:06)* Guest Reference: Discussion inspired by Ernst Roets' appearance on Tucker Carlson, referencing the Odyssey's Scylla and Charybdis.* Key Points:* Courage is framed as a balance between cowardice and recklessness, with a preference for erring on the side of boldness when motivated by faith.* Biblical examples: David vs. Goliath, Jonathan's mountain attack, Israelites at Jericho, and David's Mighty Men fighting "lion men."* Call to action: Christians should be reckless for God's glory, not personal gain, contrasting with cultural cowardice.* Tone: Inspirational and scriptural, urging listeners to act boldly.* Notable Quote: "Cowardice got us where we are... Let's err on the side of recklessness." (01:46:47)Segment 5: UK Freedom of Speech and Final Thoughts (01:47:06 - 01:53:50)* Main Topic: The hosts address declining U.S. tourism to the UK due to strict social media scrutiny.* Key Points:* UK requires social media logins for visas, arresting Americans for past posts, leading some to delete accounts entirely.* Comparison to other nations: Canada, Germany, and the UK lack U.S.-style free speech; Mexico is freer due to apathy.* Encouragement to expose this issue and maintain faith despite global oppression.* Closing Prayer: A heartfelt prayer thanking God for U.S. freedoms and asking for strength to proclaim faith boldly.* Notable Quotes:* "The only country in the entire world that has a constitutional amendment that says we can say and think what we want is the United States." (01:50:00)* "Don't be astonished by the stupidity because it's going to happen because we live in a fallen and depraved world." (01:52:21)Outro (01:53:24 - 01:53:50)* Sign-Off: The hosts wrap up, encouraging listeners to like, share, and subscribe, reinforcing their mission to serve "the King of Kings, Christ Jesus."* Tagline: "Where the people are free, the taxes are voluntary, and your two kings serve the King of Kings." This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit kingsplaining.substack.com/subscribe

J.Lo and Matthew McConaughey star in one of the most early 2000s rom-coms of all time, complete with a near-death meet-cute and a love triangle that ignores all workplace ethics. But is The Wedding Planner actually romantic...? Or just a lesson in emotional cheating? This week, comedian Liza Treyger joins DB to unpack the film's messy gender politics, its weird obsession with wedding culture, and why Steve might be one of rom-com history's most gaslight-y love interests. GUEST DETAILS Named one of Variety's “Top Ten Comics to Watch,” and a comic who 'shines where sex and politics intersect' by The New York Times, Liza's first ever hour-long comedy special entitled “Night Owl” is heading to Netflix and will drop globally on January 28, 2025. It comes on the heels of “Glittercheese,” a half-hour she taped for Comedy Central, as well as a half-hour she put together for Netflix's stand-up collection “The Degenerates.” A true multi-hyphenate, in addition to working in film and television, Liza hosts the successful podcast That's Messed Up: An SUV podcast (Exactly Right Media) which averages over half a million monthly downloads. CONNECT WITH US Instagram: @sexedwithdbpodcast TikTok: @sexedwithdbTwitter: @sexedwithdb Threads: @sexedwithdbpodcast YouTube: Sex Ed with DB ROM-COM VOM SEASON 11 SPONSORS: Lion's Den, Uberlube, Magic Wand, & Arya. Get discounts on all of DB's favorite things here! GET IN TOUCH Email: sexedwithdb@gmail.comSubscribe to our newsletter for behind-the-scenes content and answers to your sexual health questions! FOR SEXUAL HEALTH PROFESSIONALS Check out DB's workshop: "Building A Profitable Online Sexual Health Brand" ABOUT THE SHOW Sex Ed with DB is your go-to podcast for smart, science-backed sex education—delivering trusted insights from top experts on sex, sexuality, and pleasure. Empowering, inclusive, and grounded in real science, it's the sex ed you've always wanted. SEASON 11 TEAM Creator, Host & Executive Producer: Danielle Bezalel (DB) Producer: Sadie Lidji Communications Lead: Cathren Cohen Logo Design: Evie Plumb (@cliterallythebest)

5 Trillion Dollars of Unregulated Spending!! Need we say more? “but D.O.G.E. is unelected!” They work at the behest of the head of the executive branch you dolt!Kingsplaining Podcast Show NotesDate: Recorded prior to February 22, 2025 (exact date not specified in transcript)Hosts: The Philosopher King (Ivory Tower) and The Strong One (Iron King)Website: kingsplaining.com | kingsplaining.substack.comDuration: Approximately 1 hour and 56 minutesIntroduction (00:00:00 - 00:01:01)* Opening discussion on free speech as a supposed catalyst for dictatorship, challenged by the hosts as a flawed leap in logic.* Critique of the "stupid cattle" (general population) narrative, suggesting people latch onto ideas without reasoning.Welcome to Kingsplaining Podcast (00:01:01 - 00:02:53)* Hosts introduce themselves as the "two kings of the Rube Empire," self-described right-wing extremists, supernaturalists, and Christian bigots.* Philosopher King shares an epiphany: if Florida didn't exist, The Strong One might live in Texas, praising Texas after a recent trip to Houston and Austin.* Light-hearted banter about Black History Month.Sports Talk: Hockey vs. NBA (00:02:53 - 00:07:24)* Discussion shifts to sports, contrasting a recent USA vs. Canada hockey game (where Canada booed the U.S. anthem and lost) with the lackluster NBA All-Star game.* Critique of modern NBA players' lack of physicality and camaraderie compared to hockey players' intensity, even in an exhibition tournament.* Mention of declining NBA viewership (down 13% from last year).Canada, Politics, and Cultural Critique (00:07:24 - 00:11:12)* Reflection on Canada's reaction to U.S. tariffs and perceived hypocrisy in shows like Letterkenny.* Speculation on Zelensky's absence from peace talks (noted to be in California) and the Ukraine-Russia conflict as a money-laundering scheme.* Brief tangent on plane crashes and air travel fears tied to DEI and Agenda 2030.Air Travel and Societal Control (00:11:12 - 00:14:54)* Hosts express nervousness about air travel safety, linking it to Agenda 2030's aim to limit movement for environmental reasons.* Comparison to pandemic restrictions and examples of resistance (e.g., England tearing down cameras).* Concerns about future political shifts as 2030 approaches under Trump's administration.Kash Patel and FBI Reform (00:14:54 - 00:20:01)* Discussion of Kash Patel's appointment as FBI Director and hopes for uncovering corruption (e.g., Epstein list, Steele Dossier, JFK assassination).* Skepticism about evidence being destroyed before Patel's arrival.Trump's Cabinet Appointments (00:20:01 - 00:27:28)* Overview of Trump's cabinet picks, including:* Kash Patel (FBI), Pete Hegseth (Defense), RFK Jr. (Health), Tulsi Gabbard (Intelligence), Pam Bondi (Attorney General), Marco Rubio (Secretary of State), Scott Bessent (Treasury), and others.* Critique of cabinet diversity (age, ideology) and specific appointees like Scott Bessent (controversial for personal life) and Lori Chavez-DeRemer (perceived as DEI hire).* Hope for dismantling wasteful programs (e.g., bird flu chicken culls).Elon Musk and Doge (00:27:28 - 00:34:42)* Praise for Elon Musk's achievements (Tesla, SpaceX, X, etc.) and his role in the Department of Government Efficiency (Doge), uncovering $5 trillion in wasteful spending.* Anecdote about an Uber driver (ex-Philadelphia cop) dismissing Musk's efforts, countered by examples of absurd government spending (e.g., Sesame Street for Iranians, transgender programs in Guatemala).Age, Respect, and Technology (00:34:42 - 00:47:01)* Debate on respecting elders vs. younger generations' technological superiority (e.g., coding skills).* Critique of boomer resistance to change and midwit mentality (overvaluing credentials, resisting reality).* Examples of generational misunderstandings (e.g., “roll down the window” vs. modern cars).Social Security Fraud Exposed (00:47:01 - 00:51:08)* Discussion of Doge uncovering Social Security fraud: 3.9 million people listed as 130-139 years old, one at 360 years old.* Outrage at media and Democrats defending this as noble rather than corrupt, tying it to 2020 election anomalies.Media and Religious Corruption (00:51:08 - 00:54:54)* Revelation that Christianity Today received government funds, explaining its shift to woke stances (e.g., supporting Hillary Clinton over Trump).* Critique of the Catholic Church and Rick Warren for similar ideological drifts.Trump's Pfizer Gaffe and MAGA Response (00:54:54 - 00:58:35)* Trump's misstep inviting Pfizer's head to the White House, met with boos from MAGA crowd, showing they're not blindly loyal.* Comparison to potential backlash if he endorsed Planned Parenthood.Deborah Birx and COVID Revisionism (00:58:35 - 01:07:28)* Anger at Deborah Birx on Piers Morgan claiming COVID shots weren't meant as vaccines, despite pushing them as such.* Accusation of shifting blame to Fauci (pardoned by Biden) as states prepare lawsuits, with Piers Morgan failing to challenge her due to his own vax advocacy.Germany and Free Speech (01:07:28 - 01:09:55)* Critique of Germany's free speech restrictions, rebutting claims that it led to Nazi rise (noting Hitler suppressed speech).* Sarcastic jab at European views on free speech as evil.Ukraine-Russia Peace Talks (01:09:55 - 01:18:25)* Confusion over Zelensky's absence from peace talks (in California) while Ukraine weakens against Russia.* Assertion that Russia achieved its goals (ports, energy), with U.S. withdrawal under Trump likely forcing Ukraine to yield.* Mockery of unchanging maps and NATO's relevance.Midwits and Delusion (01:19:21 - 01:30:58)* Definition of “midwits”: average intellects who think they're geniuses, blindly following media narratives.* Examples: AOC calling Musk dumb, liberals blaming Trump for unrelated events (e.g., Canadian plane crash).* Contrast with self-aware “dumb” and “smart” people who recognize their limits.Personal Reflection and Morality (01:30:58 - 01:36:28)* Iron King shares a friend's 10-year false rape accusation ordeal, turning him to Jesus.* Lesson: Past moral failures don't negate truth; Christians must boldly uphold it despite personal shortcomings.Final Thoughts (01:36:28 - 01:51:00)* The StwrongOne: Outrage at establishment (e.g., Chuck Schumer) defending wasteful spending while pitying deluded defenders who deny reality, like a cheated spouse refusing to see truth.* Philosopher King: Defers final thought to next week due to time, promises to post on Substack.Closing Verse and Prayer (01:51:43 - 01:56:06)* Verse: Psalm 46:10 – “Be still and know that I am God. I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth.” Emphasizes God's inevitable triumph, not just peace.* Prayer: Gratitude for gathering, prayer for a friend's struggling family, and blessings in Jesus' name.* Outro: Encouragement to like, share, subscribe, and tell friends in “Trump's America.” This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit kingsplaining.substack.com/subscribe

Rurik Skywalker (Rolo), author of The Slavland Chronicles, invites us into a labyrinth of ideas where politics, metaphysics, and culture collide. With a personal background bridging Russia and the U.S., Rurik critiques societal norms, examines cultural contrasts, and unveils his provocative "convergence theory," positing an eerie unity among global powers behind the façade of conflict. Known for his deep dives into metaphysical topics and political theory, shares insights that challenge conventional thinking and invite readers to explore the world beyond traditional paradigms.From altered states of consciousness to the metaphysics of rebellion, Rurik intertwines mysticism and geopolitics in a way that centers resistance with art forms.Much of the dialogue revolves around Andrei Tarkovsky's film Stalker, a haunting meditation on human longing and transformation. Rurik likens himself to the film's enigmatic guide, the Stalker, leading his readers and listeners into “The Zone,” a metaphysical landscape where hidden truths and forbidden insights await discovery.Stalker is not just a film but a starting point for the conversation to delve into deeper layers of Rurik's controversial philosophies and a must-listen for anyone who seeks to understand this intriguing and controversial writer.Excerpts from Interview:“ The wars are fake, but the massacres are real.”“If you say something that they don't want to hear, they will come after you. They'll come after your friends. They will they will punish you for having the wrong views. And for me, that was the final red pill about America.“This so called civic society doesn't exist. Participative democracy doesn't exist. The power, so called power of the people's will or the media, also a hoax. That's when I realized actually everything is run by gangs of secret transnational special secret police. And that's sort of the core paradigm or the, or the core view that I operate from when I write my blog”“Art can literally send you into an induced, altered state from which, maybe you could actually discover these hidden aspects of reality, hidden sources of power within yourself. This is what we need. We need sources of power. We need this sort of fuel, this mystical fuel.”Time Stamp Highlights* 01:07 | Exploring Stalker and the ZoneHow Tarkovsky's masterpiece shapes Rurik's vision of resistance and discovery.* 06:42 | Cultural Critique of AmericaThe transactional superficiality of Western interactions versus the deep, enduring connections of Russian culture.* 19:23 | Convergence Theory and GeopoliticsRurik on Convergence theory: “THE WARS ARE FAKE, BUT THE MASSACRES ARE REAL.”* 42:24 | Russian Media and PropagandaInsights into navigating the disinformation labyrinth in the digital age.* 01:06:09 | Plato's DystopiaHow Platonic ideals, once heralded as blueprints for order, may serve as tools of elite control.* 01:16:05 | Dionysian Rites and Music as RebellionThe ancient roots of mysticism and its potential to ignite uprisings in the modern world.* 01:18:36 | The Metaphysics of RebellionTapping into altered states to reclaim individual and collective agency.Slavland ChroniclesNote: Sound sample in interview from Edward Artemiev - Meditation (Stalker Movie Soundtrack) 1979 . Interview edited slightly - removed filler words, false starts, and repetitions to enhance audio clarity and overall flow for sound clarity and listener enjoyment. Get full access to Leafbox at leafbox.substack.com/subscribe

Are the Bible’s perspectives on women outdated and misogynistic, or are they, in fact, revolutionary? In this eye-opening episode, Catherine sits down with Dr. Sandra Richter, a renowned biblical scholar from Westmont College. With decades of research and a passion for making scripture accessible to all, Dr. Richter unpacks the ways the Bible challenges cultural norms and uplifts the status of women from its very first pages. Together, Catherine and Dr. Richter explore: Radical Equality in Genesis 1: How the creation narrative establishes men and women as equally created in the image of God, setting a profound precedent for dignity and value. Cultural Critique in Genesis 2: What does it mean for a man to leave his family and cleave to his wife? Dr. Richter reveals how this challenges patriarchal norms of ancient cultures. Normative Texts vs. Situational Ethics: Understanding the difference between universal spiritual principles and context-specific instructions is key to navigating scripture’s teachings on women. Women as Prophets: From Miriam in the Old Testament to Anna in the New Testament, women played vital and often underappreciated prophetic roles in biblical history. Addressing Cultural Context:The conversation also highlights the impact of Hellenistic and Jewish traditions on attitudes toward women in New Testament times: Rabbi Eliezer’s shocking statement: “If any man gives his daughter a knowledge of the Law, it is as though he taught her lechery.” The Jerusalem Talmud’s severe stance: “Let the words of Torah be burned up, but let them not be delivered to women.” Josephus’s commentary: Jewish law regarded women as “inferior to their husbands in all things.” The Berakhot’s daily prayer: Jewish men would thank God for not being born a gentile, a woman, or a slave—language reflective of broader Greek cultural influences. Dr. Richter provides essential historical and theological insights, helping us see how the Bible subverts cultural norms and offers a radical perspective on women’s worth and roles. Why This Matters for Parents:In a world where gender roles and equality are hotly debated, understanding the Bible’s revolutionary view of women can profoundly shape how we teach and guide our children. This episode equips parents with a scriptural foundation to affirm the dignity, value, and purpose of every family member—mothers, daughters, sons, and fathers alike. Don’t miss next week’s continuation with Dr. Richter, where we’ll explore the biblical celebration of motherhood and women’s contributions to faith and family. Subscribe, Share, and Stay Connected!If you found this episode insightful, please subscribe on your app at on Catherine’s website, leave a review, and share it with others! Let’s continue the conversation about faith, parenting, and the transformative power of scripture. About the guest: Dr. Sandra Richter holds a PhD in Old Testament Studies from Harvard University and Master of Arts in Theology from Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary. She is currently the Gundry Chair of Biblical Studies at Westmont. Dr. Richter has authored several works available on Amazon, including a Bible study on Deborah. Her extensive research seeks to illuminate the scriptures for contemporary audiences. EPISODE LINKS: Books Referenced: Why Not Women: A Biblical Study of Women in Missions, Ministry, and Leadership by Loren Cunningham & David J. Hamilton What Did Paul Really Say about Women by John T. Bristow Articles by Catherine: “Why We Should Reconsider What the Bible Really Says about Women in Ministry” “Does Scripture Oppress or Liberate Women” “Why Does Paul Tell Women to Be Silent in Church and Not to Teach?” Scriptures Referenced: 1 Corinthians 11 & 14 Romans 16 1 Timothy 2 Galatians 3:28 Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

This is our Sunday morning Bible study based on the book "Biblical Critical Theory" by Christopher Watkin and taught by Pastor Taylor Ince.

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This week, I'm going to have ChatGPT give you a summary of what we discussed, mostly because I'm lazy, but also because I just think it's more accurate than I would be! And, I mean, when you've made an episode with such a detailed effort to describe the structure of women's clitorises, what more is there to say? New Orgasm Discovery: Ally shares a personal experience about discovering a new way to orgasm by being fingered in a different location. Discussion on Female Anatomy: The hosts discuss the anatomy of the clitoris, with Mike attempting to explain its structure, leading to a playful debate on its positioning. Porn and Anatomy Examples: The conversation shifts to the hosts sharing anatomical diagrams and explicit videos, sparking some humorous reactions. Clit Size Comparison: A discussion arises about Ally's clit size compared to those in porn videos, leading to suggestions for measurement and light-hearted banter. Dick Pics and Sexy Poses: The group talks about the challenges of men taking sexy pictures, comparing them to women's nudes, and the importance of body positioning. Online Dating Disappointment: Keith discusses how his interest in a woman from a dating app dropped after seeing her on video, exploring the concept of “catfishing” and curated online images. Keith's Preferences in Physical Attractiveness: Ally and Mike comment on Keith's strict standards for physical appearance and the varying levels of tolerance men have for such differences. Cultural Critique of Dating Strategies: The group debates the implications of women "missing their window" to find a partner and the consequences of modern dating, particularly for women over 30. "Call Her Daddy" Podcast Criticism: The hosts criticize the popular podcast for promoting misinformation about sex, with a particular disdain for its lack of honesty about women's mental health and its shift away from its original tone. Podcast Popularity and Society's Lack of Selectivity: They reflect on how Spotify and other algorithms have led to mass consumption of content without critical thought, contributing to the popularity of shows like "Call Her Daddy." Twitter: @ymmvpod Facebook: ymmvpod Email: ymmvpod@gmail.com

In this episode of the At Sea Podcast, host Justin McRoberts turns the focus inward, addressing audience questions in a traditional Q&A format. He discusses finding a new connection with God post-untangling, tips for achieving deep work amid distractions, recognizing when it's time for a new chapter in life, and balancing arguments with interpersonal relationships. Justin provides personal insights and practical advice on spirituality, productivity, change, and valuing relationships over winning debates. Tune in for a deep and thoughtful conversation aimed at enriching your personal and spiritual journey. 00:00 Welcome to the NC Podcast 00:22 Transition to Q&A Format 01:29 Finding Connection with God After Untangling 04:42 Getting Deep Work Done Amidst Distractions 07:45 Knowing When It's Time for a New Chapter 10:48 Balancing Arguments and Relationships 15:09 Closing Remarks and Invitation for Questions Links For Justin:Coaching with JustinOrder Sacred StridesJustinMcRoberts.comSupport this podcastNEW Single - Let GoNEW Music - Sliver of HopeNEW Music - The Dood and The BirdThe Book - It Is What You Make itHearts and Minds Amazon Barnes and Noble

In this week's Ask Me Anything, Ryan and Kipp discuss the controversy surrounding the 2024 Olympics' opening ceremonies, using it to highlight the importance of focusing on positive content over disruptive provocations. They examine superficial public apologies, historical ignorance, and the promotion of communism. On a personal level, they explore emotional complexities, such as balancing grief with parenthood, expressing masculinity, and setting life standards. They offer practical advice on guiding younger siblings towards maturity, shifting from a selfish mindset to one of service, and navigating divorce challenges. The episode provides a multifaceted dialogue on these issues. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS (00:00) - Episode Intro (00:44) - Olympic Opening Ceremonies (04:30) - Cultural Critique and Social Awareness (16:34) - Navigating Grief and Parenthood (22:16) - Emotional Expression and Masculinity (34:01) - Establishing Standards and Manly Behaviors (41:55) - Influencing Brothers to Grow Up (51:29) - Mindset Shift Towards Service (59:05) - Sharing Knowledge and Teaching Skills Battle Planners: Pick yours up today! Order Ryan's new book, The Masculinity Manifesto. For more information on the Iron Council brotherhood. Want maximum health, wealth, relationships, and abundance in your life? Sign up for our free course, 30 Days to Battle Ready

In this episode, Justin comes to you from the beautiful Young Life Woodleaf property, sharing his thoughts and insights amidst the serene setting of nature. This week, Justin dives deep into listener questions, offering profound advice on discernment, balancing suffering with hope, and the cultural movement of deconstruction.Key Topics Covered:

This Postmodern Realities episode is a conversation with JOURNAL author Doug Groothius  about his online article, which is part of his ongoing Column Series, Cultural Critique ,  entitled “How Truth Works”.  Coming Soon!Other recent articles and podcasts by this author:Episode 393: Refuting The View: Religion Is A Myth, But Science Is The TruthRefuting The View: Religion Is A Myth, But Science Is The TruthEpisode 378 New Culture Critique Column: The Christian Self for Troubled Times and Meaning, Work, and the Value of PersonsThe Christian Self for Troubled Times: From Random to RedeemedMeaning, Work, and the Value of Persons: Comparing Derek Parfit and Francis SchaefferEpisode 347 Murder by Medicine in Canada and the Threat to AmericaMurder by Medicine in Canada and the Threat to AmericaEpisode 322 Apologetics Anecdotes to Inspire Christian WitnessApologetics Anecdotes to Inspire Christian WitnessEpisode 302 Defining the Meaning of Woman (Review of Matt Walsh's Documentary Film and Book, What Is a Woman?)Defining the Meaning of Woman (Review of Matt Walsh's Documentary Film and Book, What Is a Woman?)”Episode 293 Sexual Identity and the Biblical Philosophy of GenderSexual Identity and the Biblical Philosophy of GenderAnd many more, Dr. Groothuis has written articles for us for over 30 years.

For this episode, I spoke to Wendy Salkin, a philosophy professor at Stanford University, about informal political representatives: people who speak or act on behalf of groups in the political sphere without being elected to do so. Familiar examples include Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Malala Yousafzai, and Greta Thunberg.Informal political representatives raise awareness of issues and bring about political change, often achieving things that people with more formal power cannot or do not. But their existence also raises some ethical questions. Do they need to be authorised? Can they be held accountable? What if the things they say diverge from the views of the people they represent?Professor Salkin's book on this subject, Speaking for Others: The Ethics of Informal Political Representation, was released by Harvard University Press on July 9th.Relevant reading:Alcoff, L. (1991). The Problem of Speaking for Others. Cultural Critique, 20, 5–32.Chapman, E.B. (2022). Election Day: How We Vote and What It Means for Democracy. Princeton University Press.Du Bois, W.E.B. (1997). “Of Mr. Booker T. Washington and Others” in The Souls of Black Folk, ed. David W. Blight and Robert Gooding-Williams, 62–72. Bedford Books.Jagmohan, D. (forthcoming). Dark Virtues: Booker T. Washington's Tragic Realism. Princeton University Press.King, M.L., Jr. (2010) Stride Toward Freedom: The Montgomery Story. Beacon Press.Mansbridge, J.J. (1983) Beyond Adversary Democracy. University of Chicago Press.Montanaro, L. (2017). Who Elected Oxfam?: A Democratic Defense of Self-Appointed Representatives. Cambridge University Press.Pitkin, H. (1967). The Concept of Representation. University of Los Angeles Press.Rehfeld, A. (2006). Towards a General Theory of Political Representation. Journal of Politics 68, no. 1: 1–21.Saward, M. (2010). The Representative Claim. Oxford University Press.Washington, B.T. “The Standard Printed Version of the Atlanta Exposition Address,” in The Souls of Black Folk: Authoritative Text, Contexts, Criticism, ed. Henry Louis Gates, Jr., and Terri Hume Oliver, 167–170. W. W. Norton.Ethics Untangled is produced by the IDEA Ethics Centre at the University of Leeds.Twitter: @EthicsUntangledFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/ideacetlLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/idea-ethics-centre/

This Postmodern Realities episode is a conversation with JOURNAL author Doug Groothuis about his online article, “Refuting The View: Religion Is A Myth, But Science Is The Truth”   https://www.equip.org/articles/refuting-the-view-religion-is-a-myth-but-science-is-the-truth/This is  part of  ongoing column series from Doug Groothius entitled, “Cultural Critique”. Also in conjunction with our ongoing series with different authors on “Back to Basics Apologetics”.  Other recent articles and podcasts by this author: Episode 378 New Culture Critique Column: The Christian Self for Troubled Times and Meaning, Work, and the Value of PersonsThe Christian Self for Troubled Times: From Random to RedeemedMeaning, Work, and the Value of Persons: Comparing Derek Parfit and Francis SchaefferEpisode 347 Murder by Medicine in Canada and the Threat to AmericaMurder by Medicine in Canada and the Threat to AmericaEpisode 322 Apologetics Anecdotes to Inspire Christian WitnessApologetics Anecdotes to Inspire Christian WitnessEpisode 302 Defining the Meaning of Woman (Review of Matt Walsh's Documentary Film and Book, What Is a Woman?)Defining the Meaning of Woman (Review of Matt Walsh's Documentary Film and Book, What Is a Woman?)”And many more, Dr. Groothuis has written articles for us for over 30 years.

Elon Musk's gigantic, stainless steel, 1980s sci fi movie–inspired Cybertruck is starting to show up on city streets. Perhaps you've had the misfortune of seeing one rolling through your neighborhood. If not, you've almost certainly seen some of the vehicle's many truly epic fails on the Internet. The Cybertruck might not work very well, but it still appears to be wildly popular. More than two million people have deposited $250 to get in line for the opportunity to buy one. Journalist Ed Niedermeyer is the author of “Ludicrous: The Unvarnished Story of Tesla Motors.” In this episode, Ed joins us to analyze the Cybertruck as a cultural text and also just to revel in its overwhelming absurdity. What is the Cybertruck? And what does its apparent popularity say about who we are and where we are headed collectively? This is the Cybertruck launch event we've all been waiting for.  This episode was sponsored by Sheyd Bags and Cleverhood.  *** Support The War on Cars on Patreon and receive access to ad-free versions of all our episodes, exclusive bonus content and stickers. *** LINKS: Buy Edward Niedermeyer's book, Ludicrous: The Unvarnished Story of Tesla Motors from your friendly neighborhood bookshop. You can follow Ed Niedermeyer on Bluesky and Threads. The Cybertruck fails are being collected and shared on r/CyberStuck on Reddit. This week's big one? Cybertruck accelerator pedals are falling off. This, by journalist Victoria Scott is a good read: A Cultural Critique of the Tesla Cybertruck in Road & Track. If the audio clips in this episode weren't enough, you can watch Elon Musk's bizarre performance at the New York Times DealBook Summit. Buy t-shirts, stickers, hats and more in The War on Cars merch store. Find us on Bluesky, Mastodon, Instagram, Facebook and Threads. Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts. It helps people find us! This episode was recorded by Josh Wilcox at the Brooklyn Podcasting Studio. It was edited by Yessenia Moreno. Our theme music is by Nathaniel Goodyear. TheWarOnCars.org  

This Postmodern Realities episode is a conversation with JOURNAL author Doug Groothius about the first two articles in a new and ongoing column from him entitled, “Cultural Critique”. The first article covers, “The Christian Self for Troubled Times: From Random to Redeemed”.https://www.equip.org/articles/the-christian-self-for-troubled-times-from-random-to-redeemed/ The second article covers, “Meaning, Work, and the Value of Persons: The Case of Derek Parfitt and Francis Schaeffer”. Both Coming Soon! Other recent articles and podcasts by this author: Episode 366 Mockery in ApologeticsMockery in ApologeticsEpisode 347 Murder by Medicine in Canada and the Threat to AmericaMurder by Medicine in Canada and the Threat to AmericaEpisode 322 Apologetics Anecdotes to Inspire Christian WitnessApologetics Anecdotes to Inspire Christian WitnessEpisode 302 Defining the Meaning of Woman (Review of Matt Walsh's Documentary Film and Book, What Is a Woman?)Defining the Meaning of Woman (Review of Matt Walsh's Documentary Film and Book, What Is a Woman?)”Episode 293 Sexual Identity and the Biblical Philosophy of GenderSexual Identity and the Biblical Philosophy of Gender” in the 45: 1/2 edition of the Christian Research JournalAnd many more, Dr. Groothuis has written articles for us for over 30 years.

In this riveting episode of the "Not Well" podcast, your hosts dive deep into a kaleidoscope of topics that span the spectrum from the profoundly personal to the broadly societal, all while maintaining their signature blend of humor, edginess, and insightful commentary.The episode kicks off with a discussion on the importance of names and the beauty found in uniqueness, challenging societal norms and embracing the individuality that names like "Clidia" represent. The conversation seamlessly transitions into the ever-relatable frustration of package theft, where the hosts share both hilarious anecdotes and practical advice on dealing with this modern-day nuisance.Car theft, particularly the recent frustrations surrounding it, sparks a heated debate on societal issues and personal experiences. This discussion naturally leads into a candid exploration of sexual energy and attraction, where the hosts break down stereotypes and share their unfiltered thoughts on what truly fuels attraction.The conversation takes a more personal turn as they discuss the nuances of bisexuality and societal norms, offering a fresh perspective on navigating identity in today's world. This leads to an incredibly poignant discussion on transitioning and Jewish identity, where the hosts tackle the complexities of navigating multiple facets of one's identity with grace and humor.OnlyFans and body image is up next, with a raw and honest look at how platforms like OnlyFans impact self-perception and societal standards of beauty. The episode takes a darker turn as they discuss the serious issue of GHB overdosing on the Atlantis cruise, shedding light on a problem that often goes unspoken in the gay community.The narrative then shifts to a broader societal discussion, with the hosts tackling the perception of the trans movement "taking over," challenging listeners to see beyond sensationalist headlines to the heart of human rights issues. The fashion choices of the gay community come under scrutiny next, with a humorous yet insightful critique of current trends and the meaning behind them.In a surprising twist, the episode delves into the realm of politics with a discussion on Republicans' alleged "holy war" against Taylor Swift, blending pop culture and political satire to highlight the absurdity of modern-day celebrity controversies. This is followed by a lighter look at celebrity culture and the disconnection between public personas and real-life complexities.The episode concludes with a thought-provoking segment on sexual harassment training and the desires for exhibition and exploration, encouraging a dialogue on consent, boundaries, and the human urge to discover and be discovered.Throughout the episode, the "Not Well" podcast once again proves its ability to navigate a diverse array of topics with humor, depth, and a unique perspective that keeps listeners engaged, entertained, and eagerly anticipating what will come next.Support the showAs always you can write us at nowellpodcast@gmail.com or call us at ‪(614) 721-5336‬ and tell us your Not Wells of the week InstagramTwitterBobby's Only FansHelp us continue to grow and create amazing content, like a live tour or just help fund some new headphones when needed. Any help is appreacited. https://www.buzzsprout.com/510487/subscribe#gaypodcast #podcast #gay #lgbtq #queerpodcast #lgbt #lgbtpodcast #lgbtqpodcast #gaypodcaster #queer#instagay #podcasts #podcasting #gaylife #pride #lesbian #bhfyp #gaycomedy #comedypodcast #comedy #nyc #614 #shesnotdoingsowell #wiltonmanor #notwell

Jacob and Wilhelm Grimm are probably history's most famous folklorists. Their collection of folk tales – the Children's and Household Tales – is one of the world's most translated literary works. Living in a time of upheaval and war, the Grimm brothers were also passionate German nationalists. They insisted that Germans must reject alien regimes and only accept rulers who spoke their language and cherished their traditions.  The Brothers Grimm and the Making of German Nationalism (Cambridge UP, 2022) is the first book-length study of the Grimms' political attitudes and ideas. It shows how the Grimms believed that their groundbreaking philological knowledge of grammar and folk narratives allowed them to disentangle cultural and linguistic groups from each other, criticize imperial rule, and even counsel kings and princes. The brothers sought to revive a neglected Germanic culture for a contemporary audience, but they also wished to provide the traditional political elite with an understanding of the resurgent national collective. Through detailed analysis, Norberg reconstructs how the Grimms wished to mediate between culture and politics as well as between sovereigns and peoples. Jakob Norberg is a Professor of German at Duke University. He is the author of Sociability and Its Enemies (Northwestern University Press, 2014), The Brothers Grimm and the Making of German Nationalism (Cambridge University Press, 2022), and Schopenhauer's Politics (Cambridge University Press, forthcoming). His articles have appeared in venues such as PMLA, Arcadia, Cultural Critique, New German Critique, Textual Practice, Telos, and the Blackwell Encyclopedia of Political Thought. His book on the Grimms won the 2023 Best Book award of the Brothers Grimm Society of North America and a recent article, “Schopenhauer and the Injustice of Slavery,” won the 2023 essay prize of the Schopenhauer Society. Amir Engel is currently a visiting professor at the faculty of theology at the Humboldt University in berlin. He is also the chair at the German department at the Hebrew University. Engel studied philosophy, literature, and culture studies at the Hebrew University and completed his PhD. in the German Studies department at Stanford University. He is the author of Grshom Scholem: an Intellectual biography that came out in Chicago in 2017. He also published works on, among others, Jacob Taubes, Hannah Arendt, and Hans Jonas. He is currently working on a book titled "The German Spirit from its Jewish Sources: The History of Jewish-GermanOccultism". The project proposes a new approach to German intellectual history by highlighting marginalized connections between German Occultism, its Christian sources notwithstanding, and Jewish sources, especially the Jewish mystical tradition. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

Jacob and Wilhelm Grimm are probably history's most famous folklorists. Their collection of folk tales – the Children's and Household Tales – is one of the world's most translated literary works. Living in a time of upheaval and war, the Grimm brothers were also passionate German nationalists. They insisted that Germans must reject alien regimes and only accept rulers who spoke their language and cherished their traditions.  The Brothers Grimm and the Making of German Nationalism (Cambridge UP, 2022) is the first book-length study of the Grimms' political attitudes and ideas. It shows how the Grimms believed that their groundbreaking philological knowledge of grammar and folk narratives allowed them to disentangle cultural and linguistic groups from each other, criticize imperial rule, and even counsel kings and princes. The brothers sought to revive a neglected Germanic culture for a contemporary audience, but they also wished to provide the traditional political elite with an understanding of the resurgent national collective. Through detailed analysis, Norberg reconstructs how the Grimms wished to mediate between culture and politics as well as between sovereigns and peoples. Jakob Norberg is a Professor of German at Duke University. He is the author of Sociability and Its Enemies (Northwestern University Press, 2014), The Brothers Grimm and the Making of German Nationalism (Cambridge University Press, 2022), and Schopenhauer's Politics (Cambridge University Press, forthcoming). His articles have appeared in venues such as PMLA, Arcadia, Cultural Critique, New German Critique, Textual Practice, Telos, and the Blackwell Encyclopedia of Political Thought. His book on the Grimms won the 2023 Best Book award of the Brothers Grimm Society of North America and a recent article, “Schopenhauer and the Injustice of Slavery,” won the 2023 essay prize of the Schopenhauer Society. Amir Engel is currently a visiting professor at the faculty of theology at the Humboldt University in berlin. He is also the chair at the German department at the Hebrew University. Engel studied philosophy, literature, and culture studies at the Hebrew University and completed his PhD. in the German Studies department at Stanford University. He is the author of Grshom Scholem: an Intellectual biography that came out in Chicago in 2017. He also published works on, among others, Jacob Taubes, Hannah Arendt, and Hans Jonas. He is currently working on a book titled "The German Spirit from its Jewish Sources: The History of Jewish-GermanOccultism". The project proposes a new approach to German intellectual history by highlighting marginalized connections between German Occultism, its Christian sources notwithstanding, and Jewish sources, especially the Jewish mystical tradition. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/history

Jacob and Wilhelm Grimm are probably history's most famous folklorists. Their collection of folk tales – the Children's and Household Tales – is one of the world's most translated literary works. Living in a time of upheaval and war, the Grimm brothers were also passionate German nationalists. They insisted that Germans must reject alien regimes and only accept rulers who spoke their language and cherished their traditions.  The Brothers Grimm and the Making of German Nationalism (Cambridge UP, 2022) is the first book-length study of the Grimms' political attitudes and ideas. It shows how the Grimms believed that their groundbreaking philological knowledge of grammar and folk narratives allowed them to disentangle cultural and linguistic groups from each other, criticize imperial rule, and even counsel kings and princes. The brothers sought to revive a neglected Germanic culture for a contemporary audience, but they also wished to provide the traditional political elite with an understanding of the resurgent national collective. Through detailed analysis, Norberg reconstructs how the Grimms wished to mediate between culture and politics as well as between sovereigns and peoples. Jakob Norberg is a Professor of German at Duke University. He is the author of Sociability and Its Enemies (Northwestern University Press, 2014), The Brothers Grimm and the Making of German Nationalism (Cambridge University Press, 2022), and Schopenhauer's Politics (Cambridge University Press, forthcoming). His articles have appeared in venues such as PMLA, Arcadia, Cultural Critique, New German Critique, Textual Practice, Telos, and the Blackwell Encyclopedia of Political Thought. His book on the Grimms won the 2023 Best Book award of the Brothers Grimm Society of North America and a recent article, “Schopenhauer and the Injustice of Slavery,” won the 2023 essay prize of the Schopenhauer Society. Amir Engel is currently a visiting professor at the faculty of theology at the Humboldt University in berlin. He is also the chair at the German department at the Hebrew University. Engel studied philosophy, literature, and culture studies at the Hebrew University and completed his PhD. in the German Studies department at Stanford University. He is the author of Grshom Scholem: an Intellectual biography that came out in Chicago in 2017. He also published works on, among others, Jacob Taubes, Hannah Arendt, and Hans Jonas. He is currently working on a book titled "The German Spirit from its Jewish Sources: The History of Jewish-GermanOccultism". The project proposes a new approach to German intellectual history by highlighting marginalized connections between German Occultism, its Christian sources notwithstanding, and Jewish sources, especially the Jewish mystical tradition. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/literary-studies

Jacob and Wilhelm Grimm are probably history's most famous folklorists. Their collection of folk tales – the Children's and Household Tales – is one of the world's most translated literary works. Living in a time of upheaval and war, the Grimm brothers were also passionate German nationalists. They insisted that Germans must reject alien regimes and only accept rulers who spoke their language and cherished their traditions.  The Brothers Grimm and the Making of German Nationalism (Cambridge UP, 2022) is the first book-length study of the Grimms' political attitudes and ideas. It shows how the Grimms believed that their groundbreaking philological knowledge of grammar and folk narratives allowed them to disentangle cultural and linguistic groups from each other, criticize imperial rule, and even counsel kings and princes. The brothers sought to revive a neglected Germanic culture for a contemporary audience, but they also wished to provide the traditional political elite with an understanding of the resurgent national collective. Through detailed analysis, Norberg reconstructs how the Grimms wished to mediate between culture and politics as well as between sovereigns and peoples. Jakob Norberg is a Professor of German at Duke University. He is the author of Sociability and Its Enemies (Northwestern University Press, 2014), The Brothers Grimm and the Making of German Nationalism (Cambridge University Press, 2022), and Schopenhauer's Politics (Cambridge University Press, forthcoming). His articles have appeared in venues such as PMLA, Arcadia, Cultural Critique, New German Critique, Textual Practice, Telos, and the Blackwell Encyclopedia of Political Thought. His book on the Grimms won the 2023 Best Book award of the Brothers Grimm Society of North America and a recent article, “Schopenhauer and the Injustice of Slavery,” won the 2023 essay prize of the Schopenhauer Society. Amir Engel is currently a visiting professor at the faculty of theology at the Humboldt University in berlin. He is also the chair at the German department at the Hebrew University. Engel studied philosophy, literature, and culture studies at the Hebrew University and completed his PhD. in the German Studies department at Stanford University. He is the author of Grshom Scholem: an Intellectual biography that came out in Chicago in 2017. He also published works on, among others, Jacob Taubes, Hannah Arendt, and Hans Jonas. He is currently working on a book titled "The German Spirit from its Jewish Sources: The History of Jewish-GermanOccultism". The project proposes a new approach to German intellectual history by highlighting marginalized connections between German Occultism, its Christian sources notwithstanding, and Jewish sources, especially the Jewish mystical tradition. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/german-studies

Jacob and Wilhelm Grimm are probably history's most famous folklorists. Their collection of folk tales – the Children's and Household Tales – is one of the world's most translated literary works. Living in a time of upheaval and war, the Grimm brothers were also passionate German nationalists. They insisted that Germans must reject alien regimes and only accept rulers who spoke their language and cherished their traditions.  The Brothers Grimm and the Making of German Nationalism (Cambridge UP, 2022) is the first book-length study of the Grimms' political attitudes and ideas. It shows how the Grimms believed that their groundbreaking philological knowledge of grammar and folk narratives allowed them to disentangle cultural and linguistic groups from each other, criticize imperial rule, and even counsel kings and princes. The brothers sought to revive a neglected Germanic culture for a contemporary audience, but they also wished to provide the traditional political elite with an understanding of the resurgent national collective. Through detailed analysis, Norberg reconstructs how the Grimms wished to mediate between culture and politics as well as between sovereigns and peoples. Jakob Norberg is a Professor of German at Duke University. He is the author of Sociability and Its Enemies (Northwestern University Press, 2014), The Brothers Grimm and the Making of German Nationalism (Cambridge University Press, 2022), and Schopenhauer's Politics (Cambridge University Press, forthcoming). His articles have appeared in venues such as PMLA, Arcadia, Cultural Critique, New German Critique, Textual Practice, Telos, and the Blackwell Encyclopedia of Political Thought. His book on the Grimms won the 2023 Best Book award of the Brothers Grimm Society of North America and a recent article, “Schopenhauer and the Injustice of Slavery,” won the 2023 essay prize of the Schopenhauer Society. Amir Engel is currently a visiting professor at the faculty of theology at the Humboldt University in berlin. He is also the chair at the German department at the Hebrew University. Engel studied philosophy, literature, and culture studies at the Hebrew University and completed his PhD. in the German Studies department at Stanford University. He is the author of Grshom Scholem: an Intellectual biography that came out in Chicago in 2017. He also published works on, among others, Jacob Taubes, Hannah Arendt, and Hans Jonas. He is currently working on a book titled "The German Spirit from its Jewish Sources: The History of Jewish-GermanOccultism". The project proposes a new approach to German intellectual history by highlighting marginalized connections between German Occultism, its Christian sources notwithstanding, and Jewish sources, especially the Jewish mystical tradition. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/folkore

Jacob and Wilhelm Grimm are probably history's most famous folklorists. Their collection of folk tales – the Children's and Household Tales – is one of the world's most translated literary works. Living in a time of upheaval and war, the Grimm brothers were also passionate German nationalists. They insisted that Germans must reject alien regimes and only accept rulers who spoke their language and cherished their traditions.  The Brothers Grimm and the Making of German Nationalism (Cambridge UP, 2022) is the first book-length study of the Grimms' political attitudes and ideas. It shows how the Grimms believed that their groundbreaking philological knowledge of grammar and folk narratives allowed them to disentangle cultural and linguistic groups from each other, criticize imperial rule, and even counsel kings and princes. The brothers sought to revive a neglected Germanic culture for a contemporary audience, but they also wished to provide the traditional political elite with an understanding of the resurgent national collective. Through detailed analysis, Norberg reconstructs how the Grimms wished to mediate between culture and politics as well as between sovereigns and peoples. Jakob Norberg is a Professor of German at Duke University. He is the author of Sociability and Its Enemies (Northwestern University Press, 2014), The Brothers Grimm and the Making of German Nationalism (Cambridge University Press, 2022), and Schopenhauer's Politics (Cambridge University Press, forthcoming). His articles have appeared in venues such as PMLA, Arcadia, Cultural Critique, New German Critique, Textual Practice, Telos, and the Blackwell Encyclopedia of Political Thought. His book on the Grimms won the 2023 Best Book award of the Brothers Grimm Society of North America and a recent article, “Schopenhauer and the Injustice of Slavery,” won the 2023 essay prize of the Schopenhauer Society. Amir Engel is currently a visiting professor at the faculty of theology at the Humboldt University in berlin. He is also the chair at the German department at the Hebrew University. Engel studied philosophy, literature, and culture studies at the Hebrew University and completed his PhD. in the German Studies department at Stanford University. He is the author of Grshom Scholem: an Intellectual biography that came out in Chicago in 2017. He also published works on, among others, Jacob Taubes, Hannah Arendt, and Hans Jonas. He is currently working on a book titled "The German Spirit from its Jewish Sources: The History of Jewish-GermanOccultism". The project proposes a new approach to German intellectual history by highlighting marginalized connections between German Occultism, its Christian sources notwithstanding, and Jewish sources, especially the Jewish mystical tradition. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/intellectual-history

Jacob and Wilhelm Grimm are probably history's most famous folklorists. Their collection of folk tales – the Children's and Household Tales – is one of the world's most translated literary works. Living in a time of upheaval and war, the Grimm brothers were also passionate German nationalists. They insisted that Germans must reject alien regimes and only accept rulers who spoke their language and cherished their traditions.  The Brothers Grimm and the Making of German Nationalism (Cambridge UP, 2022) is the first book-length study of the Grimms' political attitudes and ideas. It shows how the Grimms believed that their groundbreaking philological knowledge of grammar and folk narratives allowed them to disentangle cultural and linguistic groups from each other, criticize imperial rule, and even counsel kings and princes. The brothers sought to revive a neglected Germanic culture for a contemporary audience, but they also wished to provide the traditional political elite with an understanding of the resurgent national collective. Through detailed analysis, Norberg reconstructs how the Grimms wished to mediate between culture and politics as well as between sovereigns and peoples. Jakob Norberg is a Professor of German at Duke University. He is the author of Sociability and Its Enemies (Northwestern University Press, 2014), The Brothers Grimm and the Making of German Nationalism (Cambridge University Press, 2022), and Schopenhauer's Politics (Cambridge University Press, forthcoming). His articles have appeared in venues such as PMLA, Arcadia, Cultural Critique, New German Critique, Textual Practice, Telos, and the Blackwell Encyclopedia of Political Thought. His book on the Grimms won the 2023 Best Book award of the Brothers Grimm Society of North America and a recent article, “Schopenhauer and the Injustice of Slavery,” won the 2023 essay prize of the Schopenhauer Society. Amir Engel is currently a visiting professor at the faculty of theology at the Humboldt University in berlin. He is also the chair at the German department at the Hebrew University. Engel studied philosophy, literature, and culture studies at the Hebrew University and completed his PhD. in the German Studies department at Stanford University. He is the author of Grshom Scholem: an Intellectual biography that came out in Chicago in 2017. He also published works on, among others, Jacob Taubes, Hannah Arendt, and Hans Jonas. He is currently working on a book titled "The German Spirit from its Jewish Sources: The History of Jewish-GermanOccultism". The project proposes a new approach to German intellectual history by highlighting marginalized connections between German Occultism, its Christian sources notwithstanding, and Jewish sources, especially the Jewish mystical tradition.

Jacob and Wilhelm Grimm are probably history's most famous folklorists. Their collection of folk tales – the Children's and Household Tales – is one of the world's most translated literary works. Living in a time of upheaval and war, the Grimm brothers were also passionate German nationalists. They insisted that Germans must reject alien regimes and only accept rulers who spoke their language and cherished their traditions.  The Brothers Grimm and the Making of German Nationalism (Cambridge UP, 2022) is the first book-length study of the Grimms' political attitudes and ideas. It shows how the Grimms believed that their groundbreaking philological knowledge of grammar and folk narratives allowed them to disentangle cultural and linguistic groups from each other, criticize imperial rule, and even counsel kings and princes. The brothers sought to revive a neglected Germanic culture for a contemporary audience, but they also wished to provide the traditional political elite with an understanding of the resurgent national collective. Through detailed analysis, Norberg reconstructs how the Grimms wished to mediate between culture and politics as well as between sovereigns and peoples. Jakob Norberg is a Professor of German at Duke University. He is the author of Sociability and Its Enemies (Northwestern University Press, 2014), The Brothers Grimm and the Making of German Nationalism (Cambridge University Press, 2022), and Schopenhauer's Politics (Cambridge University Press, forthcoming). His articles have appeared in venues such as PMLA, Arcadia, Cultural Critique, New German Critique, Textual Practice, Telos, and the Blackwell Encyclopedia of Political Thought. His book on the Grimms won the 2023 Best Book award of the Brothers Grimm Society of North America and a recent article, “Schopenhauer and the Injustice of Slavery,” won the 2023 essay prize of the Schopenhauer Society. Amir Engel is currently a visiting professor at the faculty of theology at the Humboldt University in berlin. He is also the chair at the German department at the Hebrew University. Engel studied philosophy, literature, and culture studies at the Hebrew University and completed his PhD. in the German Studies department at Stanford University. He is the author of Grshom Scholem: an Intellectual biography that came out in Chicago in 2017. He also published works on, among others, Jacob Taubes, Hannah Arendt, and Hans Jonas. He is currently working on a book titled "The German Spirit from its Jewish Sources: The History of Jewish-GermanOccultism". The project proposes a new approach to German intellectual history by highlighting marginalized connections between German Occultism, its Christian sources notwithstanding, and Jewish sources, especially the Jewish mystical tradition. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/book-of-the-day

In this episode, Jessica Lynne speaks with Catherine G. Wagley about their shared love for Barbara Christian's iconically confrontational essay, “The Race for Theory” (1987, Cultural Critique). Christian, a ground-laying literary academic who introduced writers like Toni Morrison and Alice Walker to the academe, goes toe to toe with her peers in this essay, rebuking the constraints and monolith of French theory and championing the approach of learning from the language of creative writers "as a way to discover what language I might use." In it, Christian both names and demonstrates the power of critique from within the institution, and its effective complement to calls for empowerment. And as Lynne and Wagley reflect on how criticism functions through a sense of curiosity and openness in both their practices, Lynne says, “it's an intervening hand, right? Like, look at all these other planes that we could be living in. And, why not go there? Like, let's go there. In fact, we know writers who are already there. We know artists who are already there.”

Dr. Anais Nony “My work questions the impact of technologies on psychic and social life. Over the last decade, I have given talks in the US, Canada, France, Italy, Ireland, England, South Africa and widely published articles in journals such as Philosophy Today, Cultural Critique, and Parallax as well as book chapters in edited volumes. My current preoccupations are fueled by the relationship between art and innovation, culture and nature, and science and technology.” Newsletter sign up (new and exciting developments)https://learningwithlowell.us12.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=08ed8a56013d8b3a3c01e27fc&id=6ecaa9189b https://youtu.be/SSvhX6rw72c Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzri06unR-lMXbl6sqWP_-Q/join Over 321 books from 170 plus interviews over 5 yearshttps://www.learningwithlowell.com/over-321-books-from-170-interviews-over-5-years-for-autodidacts/ PODCAST INFO:The Learning With Lowell show is a series for the everyday mammal. In this show we'll learn about leadership, science, and people building their change into the world. The goal is to dig deeply into people who most of us wouldn't normally ever get to hear. The Host of the show – Lowell Thompson- is a lifelong autodidact, serial problem solver, and founder of startups. LINKSSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/66eFLHQclKe5p3bMXsCTRHRSS: https://www.learningwithlowell.com/feed/podcast/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzri06unR-lMXbl6sqWP_-QYoutube clips: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-B5x371AzTGgK-_q3U_KfAWebsite: https://www.learningwithlowell.com/ Linkshttps://anaisnony.com/about/https://www.aup.nl/en/book/9789463722827/performative-imageshttps://twitter.com/AnaisNonyhttps://www.youtube.com/@AnaisNonyhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/ana%C3%AFs-nony-phd-222023238/ Time stamps00:00 Introducing00:45 Nootechnics03:30 Tools we are building today / disconnected07:00 Addiction as a symptom / making technology15:10 How to get governments to do what governments don't do well22:00 Self help / useful29:29 Finding a lofty vision for the future and happiness35:15 How to break out of helplessness or restructure society40:45 Socialization, capitalism, form of government46:30 Cultural differences on values51:50 Framework flexibility on meaning of life56:45 Framework for finding meaning in the body01:01:50 *Borditation / focused wandering01:10:00 Getting people to dream again01:15:55 Digital Detoxing from internet01:19:00 Favorite tech gadget01:21:00 favorite technology tool /app01:21:45 Tech pet peeves01:23:30 How to stay up to date with her work Nootechnics, addiction, technology tools, government effectiveness, self-help, vision for the future, happiness, helplessness, societal restructuring, socialization, capitalism, cultural values, meaning of life, body and meaning, Borditation, focused wandering, digital detox, favorite tech gadget, technology tools, app recommendations, tech pet peeves,

Rachel Rose is known for her intricate video installations which investigate our changing understanding of the world - from labour in 17th-century England, to explorations of outer space. In this episode she connects with fellow artist Aria Dean, who uses film and sculpture to produce meditations on Blackness and artistic theory. Their conversation digs deep into the contemporary art world: their multidisciplinary practices - including film, sculpture, and installation, the use of memes as critique, and how the weight of history inspires them.

How does the Bible guide us in applying its truths to our culture?  Of course the Bible applies to our individual lives, but the Bible is also a rich resource for critique of any culture.  Join Scott and Sean with their guest, British philosopher Chris Watkin for a fascinating journey through the major theological emphases in Scripture and how they apply to various aspects of contemporary culture.  This is theology articulated like you've never heard it before!Christopher Watkin is Associate Professor of French Studies at Monash University in Melbourne, Australia.  He describes his work as “I make sense of how people make sense of the world.”  He is author of several books, including, From Plato to Postmodernism: The Story of Western Culture through Philosophy, Literature and Art, Thinking Through Creation: Genesis 1-2 as Tools of Cultural Critique, and Biblical Critical Theory: How the Bible's Unfolding Story Makes Sense of Modern Life and Culture==========Think Biblically: Conversations on Faith and Culture is a podcast from Talbot School of Theology at Biola University, which offers degrees both online and on campus in Southern California.   Read a transcript of this episode at: https://www.biola.edu/blogs/think-biblically/2023/the-bible-and-cultural-critique.   Find all episodes of Think Biblically at: https://www.biola.edu/think-biblically   Watch video episodes at: https://bit.ly/think-biblically-video   

What is a critical theory?  Aren't various critical theories used widely in the academy and the culture to deconstruct Christian faith?  Is there something to be learned from various critical theories in the way the critique culture?  How does the Bible engage in cultural critique and provide resources for doing so?  This is not just an academic discussion but one that has ripple effects throughout the general culture. Join Scott and Sean for this illuminating discussion with British philosopher Chris Watkin.  Christopher Watkin is Associate Professor of French Studies at Monash University in Melbourne, Australia.  He describes his work as “I make sense of how people make sense of the world.”  He is author of several books, including, From Plato to Postmodernism: The Story of Western Culture through Philosophy, Literature and Art, Thinking Through Creation: Genesis 1-2 as Tools of Cultural Critique, and Biblical Critical Theory: How the Bible's Unfolding Story Makes Sense of Modern Life and Culture ==========Think Biblically: Conversations on Faith and Culture is a podcast from Talbot School of Theology at Biola University, which offers degrees both online and on campus in Southern California.   Read a transcript of this episode at: https://www.biola.edu/blogs/think-biblically/2023/biblical-critical-theory-an-oxymoron.   Find all episodes of Think Biblically at: https://www.biola.edu/think-biblically   Watch video episodes at: https://bit.ly/think-biblically-video   

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Do you remember the shows your grandparents played while they babysat you? Or maybe you also watched the 6 hour programming blocks of The Nanny on Nick-at-Nite. If so, you will feel right at home listening to Because It Was On. Because It Was On takes those sitcoms and dissects the familiar sitcom formula to tease out the often potent social and political messages they carry in their 22 minute casing. In this episode, Jessica and Zach discuss what sitcoms mean to them and how sitcoms actually have significant cultural importance. It is also canonically established in this episode that Jessica is the official domme of this podcast.Support the showPlease consider supporting the show on Patreon.Follow us on social media:TikTok (this is where we are most active!)FacebookInstagram

Despite changes in the media landscape, film remains a vital force in contemporary culture, as do our ideas of what "a movie" or "the cinematic" are. Indeed, we might say that the category of film now only exists in theory. Whereas film-theoretical discussion at the turn of the 21st century was preoccupied, understandably, by digital technology's permeation of virtually all aspects of the film object, this volume moves the conversation away from a focus on film's materiality towards timely questions concerning the ethics, politics, and even aesthetics of thinking about the medium of cinema. To put it another way, The Oxford Handbook of Film Theory (Oxford UP, 2022), edited by Kyle Stevens, narrows in on the subject of film, not with a nostalgic sensibility, but with the recognition that what constitutes a film is historically contingent, in dialogue with the vicissitudes of entertainment, art, and empire. The volume is divided into six sections: Meta-Theory; Film Theory's Project of Emancipation; Apparatus and Perception; Audiovisuality; How Close is Close Reading?; and The Turn to Experience. Kyle Stevens is the author of Mike Nichols: Sex, Language, and the Reinvention of Psychological Realism. His work has appeared in Critical Inquiry, Cultural Critique, Journal of Cinema and Media Studies, Adaptation, Critical Quarterly, New Review of Film and Television Studies, World Picture, and several edited collections. He is Associate Professor of Film Studies at Appalachian State University. Joel Tscherne is an Adjunct History Professor at Southern New Hampshire University. His Twitter handle is @JoelTscherne. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

Despite changes in the media landscape, film remains a vital force in contemporary culture, as do our ideas of what "a movie" or "the cinematic" are. Indeed, we might say that the category of film now only exists in theory. Whereas film-theoretical discussion at the turn of the 21st century was preoccupied, understandably, by digital technology's permeation of virtually all aspects of the film object, this volume moves the conversation away from a focus on film's materiality towards timely questions concerning the ethics, politics, and even aesthetics of thinking about the medium of cinema. To put it another way, The Oxford Handbook of Film Theory (Oxford UP, 2022), edited by Kyle Stevens, narrows in on the subject of film, not with a nostalgic sensibility, but with the recognition that what constitutes a film is historically contingent, in dialogue with the vicissitudes of entertainment, art, and empire. The volume is divided into six sections: Meta-Theory; Film Theory's Project of Emancipation; Apparatus and Perception; Audiovisuality; How Close is Close Reading?; and The Turn to Experience. Kyle Stevens is the author of Mike Nichols: Sex, Language, and the Reinvention of Psychological Realism. His work has appeared in Critical Inquiry, Cultural Critique, Journal of Cinema and Media Studies, Adaptation, Critical Quarterly, New Review of Film and Television Studies, World Picture, and several edited collections. He is Associate Professor of Film Studies at Appalachian State University. Joel Tscherne is an Adjunct History Professor at Southern New Hampshire University. His Twitter handle is @JoelTscherne. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/film

Despite changes in the media landscape, film remains a vital force in contemporary culture, as do our ideas of what "a movie" or "the cinematic" are. Indeed, we might say that the category of film now only exists in theory. Whereas film-theoretical discussion at the turn of the 21st century was preoccupied, understandably, by digital technology's permeation of virtually all aspects of the film object, this volume moves the conversation away from a focus on film's materiality towards timely questions concerning the ethics, politics, and even aesthetics of thinking about the medium of cinema. To put it another way, The Oxford Handbook of Film Theory (Oxford UP, 2022), edited by Kyle Stevens, narrows in on the subject of film, not with a nostalgic sensibility, but with the recognition that what constitutes a film is historically contingent, in dialogue with the vicissitudes of entertainment, art, and empire. The volume is divided into six sections: Meta-Theory; Film Theory's Project of Emancipation; Apparatus and Perception; Audiovisuality; How Close is Close Reading?; and The Turn to Experience. Kyle Stevens is the author of Mike Nichols: Sex, Language, and the Reinvention of Psychological Realism. His work has appeared in Critical Inquiry, Cultural Critique, Journal of Cinema and Media Studies, Adaptation, Critical Quarterly, New Review of Film and Television Studies, World Picture, and several edited collections. He is Associate Professor of Film Studies at Appalachian State University. Joel Tscherne is an Adjunct History Professor at Southern New Hampshire University. His Twitter handle is @JoelTscherne. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/critical-theory

Despite changes in the media landscape, film remains a vital force in contemporary culture, as do our ideas of what "a movie" or "the cinematic" are. Indeed, we might say that the category of film now only exists in theory. Whereas film-theoretical discussion at the turn of the 21st century was preoccupied, understandably, by digital technology's permeation of virtually all aspects of the film object, this volume moves the conversation away from a focus on film's materiality towards timely questions concerning the ethics, politics, and even aesthetics of thinking about the medium of cinema. To put it another way, The Oxford Handbook of Film Theory (Oxford UP, 2022), edited by Kyle Stevens, narrows in on the subject of film, not with a nostalgic sensibility, but with the recognition that what constitutes a film is historically contingent, in dialogue with the vicissitudes of entertainment, art, and empire. The volume is divided into six sections: Meta-Theory; Film Theory's Project of Emancipation; Apparatus and Perception; Audiovisuality; How Close is Close Reading?; and The Turn to Experience. Kyle Stevens is the author of Mike Nichols: Sex, Language, and the Reinvention of Psychological Realism. His work has appeared in Critical Inquiry, Cultural Critique, Journal of Cinema and Media Studies, Adaptation, Critical Quarterly, New Review of Film and Television Studies, World Picture, and several edited collections. He is Associate Professor of Film Studies at Appalachian State University. Joel Tscherne is an Adjunct History Professor at Southern New Hampshire University. His Twitter handle is @JoelTscherne. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/performing-arts

Despite changes in the media landscape, film remains a vital force in contemporary culture, as do our ideas of what "a movie" or "the cinematic" are. Indeed, we might say that the category of film now only exists in theory. Whereas film-theoretical discussion at the turn of the 21st century was preoccupied, understandably, by digital technology's permeation of virtually all aspects of the film object, this volume moves the conversation away from a focus on film's materiality towards timely questions concerning the ethics, politics, and even aesthetics of thinking about the medium of cinema. To put it another way, The Oxford Handbook of Film Theory (Oxford UP, 2022), edited by Kyle Stevens, narrows in on the subject of film, not with a nostalgic sensibility, but with the recognition that what constitutes a film is historically contingent, in dialogue with the vicissitudes of entertainment, art, and empire. The volume is divided into six sections: Meta-Theory; Film Theory's Project of Emancipation; Apparatus and Perception; Audiovisuality; How Close is Close Reading?; and The Turn to Experience. Kyle Stevens is the author of Mike Nichols: Sex, Language, and the Reinvention of Psychological Realism. His work has appeared in Critical Inquiry, Cultural Critique, Journal of Cinema and Media Studies, Adaptation, Critical Quarterly, New Review of Film and Television Studies, World Picture, and several edited collections. He is Associate Professor of Film Studies at Appalachian State University. Joel Tscherne is an Adjunct History Professor at Southern New Hampshire University. His Twitter handle is @JoelTscherne. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/popular-culture

Despite changes in the media landscape, film remains a vital force in contemporary culture, as do our ideas of what "a movie" or "the cinematic" are. Indeed, we might say that the category of film now only exists in theory. Whereas film-theoretical discussion at the turn of the 21st century was preoccupied, understandably, by digital technology's permeation of virtually all aspects of the film object, this volume moves the conversation away from a focus on film's materiality towards timely questions concerning the ethics, politics, and even aesthetics of thinking about the medium of cinema. To put it another way, The Oxford Handbook of Film Theory (Oxford UP, 2022), edited by Kyle Stevens, narrows in on the subject of film, not with a nostalgic sensibility, but with the recognition that what constitutes a film is historically contingent, in dialogue with the vicissitudes of entertainment, art, and empire. The volume is divided into six sections: Meta-Theory; Film Theory's Project of Emancipation; Apparatus and Perception; Audiovisuality; How Close is Close Reading?; and The Turn to Experience. Kyle Stevens is the author of Mike Nichols: Sex, Language, and the Reinvention of Psychological Realism. His work has appeared in Critical Inquiry, Cultural Critique, Journal of Cinema and Media Studies, Adaptation, Critical Quarterly, New Review of Film and Television Studies, World Picture, and several edited collections. He is Associate Professor of Film Studies at Appalachian State University. Joel Tscherne is an Adjunct History Professor at Southern New Hampshire University. His Twitter handle is @JoelTscherne.

In this podcast episode, Tamryn McDermott engages in a conversation with Tyson Lewis and Peter Hyland, the authors of the book, Studious Drift: Movements and Protocols for a Postdigital Education, which was published earlier this year by the University of Minnesota Press. Lewis and Hyland engage readers in questions such as, “What kind of university is possible when digital tools are hacked for a more experimental future?” From the book jacket: “The global pandemic has underscored contemporary reliance on digital environments. This is particularly true among schools and universities which, in response, shifted much of their instruction online. The virtual classroom opens opportunities to move beyond familiar learning practices toward radical digital possibilities for education. Studious Drift revives the relationship between studying and the generative space of the studio in service of advancing educational experimentation for a world where digital tools have become a permanent part of education. Drawing on Alfred Jarry's pataphysics, the “science of imaginary solutions,” this book reveals how the studio is a space-time machine capable of traveling beyond the limits of conventional online learning to redefine education as interdisciplinary, experimental, public study.” Additionally, here are a few of the links that were mentioned within the episode. We invite you to explore Studio D (https://onstead.cvad.unt.edu/studio-d) and the Education as Experimentation 1 video (https://youtu.be/llUj_Qyd5Zo). Studious Drift can be accessed digitally here: https://manifold.umn.edu/projects/studious-drift Lewis, T. and Hyland, P. (2022). Studio Drift: Movements and Protocols for a Postdigital Education. University of Minnesota Press. Tyson Lewis is a professor of art education in the College of Visual Arts and Design at the University of North Texas where he teaches courses in aesthetics, critical theory, educational philosophy, philosophy for children, and critical phenomenology. Recently, his articles have appeared in journals such as Angelaki, Symploke, Cultural Critique, and Thesis Eleven, and he is the author of the book Walter Benjamin's Antifascist Education: From Riddles to Radio (SUNY Press, 2021). Peter Hyland is director of the Jo Ann (Jody) and Charles O. Oustead Institute for Education in the Visual Arts and Design at the University of North Texas. Peter is the author of the poetry collection "Out Loud "(Sheep Meadow Press, 2013). Peter's poems, book reviews, and articles have also appeared in "American Literary Review," "Conduit," "Green Mountains Review," "New England Review," "Ploughshares," and elsewhere. Peter earned a B.F.A. in Studio Art: Drawing and Painting from the University of North Texas and an M.F.A. in Creative Writing – Poetry from the University of Houston. Tamryn McDermott is currently a PhD student in the department of Arts Administration, Education and Policy at the Ohio State University. She received a BFA from Tyler School of Art and Architecture, Temple University and an MFA in Fibers and Sculpture from the University of Missouri.

 In Episode 66 we discuss how a relatively small class of professionals, who do not own the means of production, side with those who do and work against social change to elevate workers' conditions. The Professional Managerial Class as a “middle layer” has tokenized self-optimization and hustle mentality and created a system of supposed moral superiority which works in favor of conserving their position of relative wealth and power. Spoiler alert: If you're reading this, you're probably part of the “PMC” ;)The episode in a nutshell: Mary-Jane ponders the come-back of the term “class”, Catherine depicts PMC rhetoric as a secular way to moralize class difference and Human realizes how the tokenization of good deeds (virtue signaling) can hinder actual progress.Shownotes:Catherine Liu, Virtue Hoarders: The Case Against the Professional Managerial Class, Book (Erscheint auf Deutsch im Januar 2023)Catherine Liu, American Idyll: academic Antielitism as Cultural Critique, BuchSigfried Kracauer, Die Angestellten, Book C. Wright Mills, White Collar: The American Middle Classes, Book Mariana Mazzucato, The Entrepreneurial State, Book Wolfgang M. Schmitt & Stefan Schulz, Die Neuen Zanziger - Salon, Podcast (Paywall) 

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In this second installment of our conversation with poet, author, teacher, and pastor, Steve Scott, we listen in on a conversation he hosted in JJT's home a few years back. Following up on the theme of "the mission of sacred art" from Part 1, this time we hear about Steve's observations on The Gospel of John as both a call to - and an example of - creative cultural critique. Show notes and links available at TrueTunes.com/scott2  The True Tunes Podcast is sponsored by VisionTrust.org. Help us change the world for one child at a time by sponsoring today. Visit VisionTrust.org/TrueTunes for more information. You can support this show by joining our group of patrons at Patreon.com/truetunes or dropping us a tip via PayPal.

Catherine Liu is the author of Virtue Hoarders: The Case Against the Professional Managerial Class. We get into the: dynamics of noir, the pseudo superiority and inchoate narcissism of neoliberalism, social dominance, corporate embodiment, the monetization of victimhood, our collective need for catharsis and the Met Gala. Professional Managerial Class (PMC) elite workers labor in a world of performative identity and virtue signaling, publicizing an ability to do ordinary things in fundamentally superior ways. Author Catherine Liu shows how the PMC stands in the way of social justice and economic redistribution by promoting meritocracy, philanthropy, and other self-serving operations to abet an individualist path to a better world. Virtue Hoarders is an unapologetically polemical call to reject making a virtue out of taste and consumption habits. "Virtue Hoarders amplifies a discussion that still needs to be had."—Spiked "Virtue Hoarders: The Case Against the Professional Managerial Class, argues that the professional-managerial class-working class alliance was doomed from the start for the simple reason that the two classes' interests are fundamentally opposed. "—The Washington Examiner Catherine Liu is professor of film and media studies at the University of California, Irvine. She is also the author of The American Idyll: Academic Anti-Elitism as Cultural Critique was published by the University of Iowa Press in 2011. She works on Critical Theory of the old fashioned kind and is engaged in a long term critique of Professional Managerial Class driven liberal politics. She has written an unpublished memoir called Panda Gifts. Catherine Liu is professor of film and media studies at the University of California, Irvine. Theme music by Joseph E. Martinez of Junius Follow us on social at: Twitter: @WakeIslandPod Instagram: @wakeislandpod --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/wake-island/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/wake-island/support

From White Zombie in 1932 to Night of the Living Dead in 1967 the history of the idea of the Zombie (they were called "ghouls" in the original 'Night of the Living Dead') has its roots in pre-revolution Haiti. Many of these more modern movies use the imagery of the walking undead to represent more than just scary brain eating monsters. From being a proxy for capitalisms creation of the mindless consumer, to the reality of climate change these movies aren't just jump scares and gore. We'll talk their history, hidden meaning and more with professor of film at the University of California Irvine, Catherine Liu.   About Catherine: Catherine Liu is the author of Virtue Hoarders: The Case Against the Professional Managerial Class published by the University of Minnesota Press in 2021 and The American Idyll: Academic Anti-Elitism as Cultural Critique was published by the University of Iowa Press in 2011. She works on Critical Theory of the old fashioned kind and is engaged in a long term critique of Professional Managerial Class driven liberal politics. She has written an unpublished memoir called Panda Gifts. She tweets at @bureaucatliu and her views do not reflect those of her employer   You can get Virtue Hoarders here: https://www.upress.umn.edu/book.../books/virtue-hoarders   Thank you, guys, again for taking the time to check this out. We appreciate each and every one of you. If you have the means, and you feel so inclined, BECOME A PATRON! We're creating patron only programing, you'll get bonus content from many of the episodes, and you get MERCH!   Become a patron now https://www.patreon.com/join/BitterLakePresents?   Please also like, subscribe, and follow us on these platforms as well, (specially YouTube!)   THANKS Y'ALL   YouTube: www.youtube.com/thisisrevolutionpodcast   Twitch: www.twitch.tv/thisisrevolutionpodcast www.twitch.tv/leftflankvets   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Thisisrevolutionpodcast/   Twitter: @TIRShowOakland Instagram: @thisisrevolutionoakland   The Dispatch on Zero Books (video essay series): https://youtu.be/nSTpCvIoRgw   Medium: https://jasonmyles.medium.com/i-was-a-teenage-anarchist-e918b00bb13   Pascal Robert's Black Agenda Report: https://www.blackagendareport.com/author/PascalRobert   Get THIS IS REVOLUTION Merch here: www.thisisrevolutionpodcast.com   Get the music from the show here: https://bitterlakeoakland.bandcamp.com/album/coronavirus-sessions

Howdy friends, this week in our Race, Racism, and Mental Health series, we are highlighting another creator of color we love: Gia Goodrich. Gia had us on her podcast, The Bold Bitch Podcast, back in June when we were on hiatus. We had a beautiful time being on the other end of the interview hot seat and we think you'll enjoy it too. We will be back to our regular programing next week with the last guest of our current series. We love ya! Take care of yourselves and listen/follow/subscribe to us and The Bold Bitch xx   "EP024 with Shawny & Jerms of The QBT Podcast.  You will laugh and cry and love us for it with this episode. We bounce all over the place from popular culture, to mental health and the stories that keep us stuck, to queer fabulosity, and creating something from nothing. These two are going to be your new obsession. Their ability to balance humor with depth is delightful and refreshing AF. IN THIS EPISODE: Cultural critique and being opinionated Problematic movies of the past Identifying and unlearning our childhood stories Approaching what you don't know with curiosity (it's harder than you think) The new model of mental health Being empathetic vs. Absorbing energy Launching a podcast in a pandemic Growing over time and knowing the beginning will be totally embarrassing Why people crave vulnerability About Shawny & Jerms:  Join Shawny and Jerms each week as they chat openly about topics related to mental health, queerness, racism, wellness, current events, and how to navigate this life with more kindness and laughter. Shawny is a Black gay total babe working in social media with a Masters in Counseling and a history of serving marginalized youths. Jerms is a white queer mullethead, recent graduate and LMSW candidate, and former nightlife demon. The QBT Podcast is about two queer babes talkin' mental health, pop culture, and whatever the hell else we want Both living in Portland, OR, the two tackle complex topics with a lot of heart and wit. At QBT, we believe sharing our stories is a radical act, and are proud to be joined by queer practitioners, artists, and other fantastic folks that offer their experiences. We may be therapists, but we aren't your therapist, so please prioritize professional licensed help while navigating your own mental health journey. Find their resources and homework here ________________________________________ Love the show? You can join our Bold Bitch Mafia for free access to bonuses, updates, and more. Remember to  RATE & REVIEW. Instagram @theboldbitchpodcast #OneBoldBitch  More About The Show: In the BOLD BITCH Podcast we dive deep into taboo topics. Each week award-winning creative powerhouse and compulsively curious host Gia Goodrich talks to badass visionaries and brazen game-changers with bold visions and strong opinions. Diving below the surface of subjects we're socialized not to talk about, we learn, lift the veil, and shift perspectives on the lightning rod issues impacting us every day. It might ruffle a few feathers, but it takes honesty to inspire change and remind us that the boldest version of ourselves is exactly what the world needs."

Today, Amanda and Julia jump into a topic making headlines: billionaires going to space. Are these men really competing with each other, or is the media just assigning and old narrative to a new decade? (It's probably both).  Every billionaire we discuss has a different motivation for space exploration, but what's their responsibility in wealth inequality? Does it make sense to pour so much capital into private space exploration when people on the ground can't afford healthcare? Through the lens of global wealth disparity, Bezos's cowboy rocket ship adventure feels like an affront to those who need help now, unable to wait until we've established Mars colonies and satellite communities.

In this episode, Amanda and Julia use the 2021 Tokyo Olympics to engage in content they both enjoy: Amanda's love for international sports (and the Olympics themselves) and Julia's love for ancient Greek history. Together, they examine the Olympics from the sports included to the gender disparities between events through the historical lens of what the Olympics were like when they began.

“I immediately saw that neither pious homilies or straightforward religious education were cutting it. Instead, I brought in albums, video and newspaper clips. By exploring the stories behind pop music, entertainment and sports reporting with them I was able to unpack the underlying worldview. Not only does this approach work, it works without any complaints of preaching or indoctrination. Vital in today's pluralist society. Stories are disarming!... We've used the same approach to name and shame the individualistic and materialist belief system that mugs so many today.” – Mark Roques

EP024 with Shawny & Jerms of The QBT Podcast.  You will laugh and cry and love us for it with this episode. We bounce all over the place from popular culture, to mental health and the stories that keep us stuck, to queer fabulosity, and creating something from nothing.These two are going to be your new obsession. Their ability to balance humor with depth is delightful and refreshing AF.IN THIS EPISODE:Cultural critique and being opinionatedProblematic movies of the pastIdentifying and unlearning our childhood storiesApproaching what you don't know with curiosity (it's harder than you think)The new model of mental healthBeing empathetic vs. Absorbing energyLaunching a podcast in a pandemicGrowing over time and knowing the beginning will be totally embarrassing Why people crave vulnerabilityAbout Shawny & Jerms:  Join Shawny and Jerms each week as they chat openly about topics related to mental health, queerness, racism, wellness, current events, and how to navigate this life with more kindness and laughter. Shawny is a Black gay total babe working in social media with a Masters in Counseling and a history of serving marginalized youths. Jerms is a white queer mullethead, recent graduate and LMSW candidate, and former nightlife demon. The QBT Podcast is about two queer babes talkin' mental health, pop culture, and whatever the hell else we want Both living in Portland, OR, the two tackle complex topics with a lot of heart and wit. At QBT, we believe sharing our stories is a radical act, and are proud to be joined by queer practitioners, artists, and other fantastic folks that offer their experiences. We may be therapists, but we aren't your therapist, so please prioritize professional licensed help while navigating your own mental health journey. Find their resources and homework here________________________________________ Love the show? You can join our Bold Bitch Mafia for free access to bonuses, updates, and more. Remember to  RATE & REVIEW. Instagram @theboldbitchpodcast #OneBoldBitch More About The Show: In the BOLD BITCH Podcast we dive deep into taboo topics. Each week award-winning creative powerhouse and compulsively curious host Gia Goodrich talks to badass visionaries and brazen game-changers with bold visions and strong opinions. Diving below the surface of subjects we're socialized not to talk about, we learn, lift the veil, and shift perspectives on the lightning rod issues impacting us every day. It might ruffle a few feathers, but it takes honesty to inspire change and remind us that the boldest version of ourselves is exactly what the world needs.

Episode #4 of our podcast equipping and encouraging the Australian church in thinking theologically about life and mission.In this episode, we explore the topic of Creation. What does creation ex nihilo (out of nothing) say about God? How do we think about science and creation? Do humans have a unique place in God's creation? What does it mean to be made in the image of God? Join us for a wide-ranging discussion of these questions and more!In this first season of the podcast we will hone in on the topics of the Westminster Confession of Faith, using them as a springboard for discussing how these important theological issues impact the life and mission of the church.Thoughts, questions or feedback? Get in touch with us at theologypod@gmail.com.---Episode Hosts:Allister Lum Mow (@allisterlm)Murray SmithCameron Clausing (@cam_clausing)Producer:Nick RabeEpisode Sponsor:Christ College, Sydney---Episode 4 - Show NotesRecommended Resources - Westminster Confession of Faith (Free Online Link)Westminster Confession of Faith (Reformers Bookshop Link)The New Creation and the Storyline of Scripture by Frank ThielmanThinking Through Creation: Genesis 1 and 2 as Tools of Cultural Critique by Christopher WatkinChrist College, Sydney Preparing leaders for God's church and its gospel-centred mission in the world.

Catherine Liu is the author of Virtue Hoarders: The Case Against the Professional Managerial Class published by the University of Minnesota Press in 2021 and The American Idyll: Academic Anti-Elitism as Cultural Critique was published by the University of Iowa Press in 2011. She works on Critical Theory of the old fashioned kind and is engaged in a long term critique of Professional Managerial Class driven liberal politics. She has written an unpublished memoir called Panda Gifts. She tweets at @bureaucatliu and her views do not reflect those of her employer

Dr. Christopher Watkin joins us to speak about his book, Michel Foucault, published by P&R Publishing in the Great Thinkers series. Michel Foucault (1926–1984) was a French philosopher, historian of ideas, writer, political activist, and literary critic. Although he was widely influential during his lifetime, Foucault’s philosophy has come to even greater influence and applicability in recent years within the contemporary cultural and political discourse regarding sexual ethics and identity. Dr. Watkin is a lecturer at Monash University in Melbourne. He is the author of a number of academic books in the area of modern European philosophy. Over the past few years he has written four books published by P&R Publishing, including Thinking through Creation: Genesis 1 and 2 as Tools of Cultural Critique and three books in the Great Thinkers series: Jacques Derrida (2017), Michel Foucault (2018) and Gilles Deleuze (2020).

Nina and Hannah struggle to find words for this Season One finale of Darren Star's Netflix show, Emily in Paris. Nina hounds Hannah for mistakenly saying "tiger's tooth" is a type of tweed and Hannah almost gets cancelled for threatening to punch a dog. They agree to recap Season Two as soon as it's out!Please subscribe and leave a review! Note: You do not have to have watched or enjoyed Emily in Paris to listen to Nina, Hannah, & Emily in Paris.Follow us on Instagram @hmrehak & @nslesMusic by Sabine Happart.

This week we're talking about Pirates of the Caribbean: Curse of the Black Pearl! Join us for a discussion of rum, Port Royal, and, most importantly, an in-depth exploration of just when the heck this movie is supposed to be taking place. Sources: Background: Making of: https://youtu.be/X6s9jQbM9N4 https://www.cinemablend.com/news/1640229/apparently-keira-knightley-had-no-faith-in-pirates-of-the-caribbean https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/pirates_of_the_caribbean_the_curse_of_the_black_pearl https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pirates_of_the_Caribbean:_The_Curse_of_the_Black_Pearl Bios: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gore_Verbinski https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jerry_Bruckheimer#Filmography https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ted_Elliott_(screenwriter) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Terry_Rossio Hollywood Reporter review, https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/heat-vision/pirates-caribbean-curse-black-pearl-thrs-2003-review-1005193 Roger Ebert review, https://www.rogerebert.com/reviews/pirates-of-the-caribbean-the-curse-of-the-black-pearl-2003 Port Royal: Matlock, Julie Yates. "The Process of Colonial Adaptation: English Responses to the 1692 Earthquake at Port Royal, Jamaica." 2012. (dissertation) Drain the Sunken Pirate City (NatGeo) Simon P. Newman, "Hidden in Plain Sight: Escaped Slaves in Late Eighteenth-and Early Nineteenth-Century Jamaica," William and Mary Quarterly (June 2018): 1-53. https://oieahc.wm.edu/digital-projects/oi-reader/simon-p-newman-hidden-in-plain-sight/ Carla Gardina Pestana, "Early English Jamaica Without Pirates," The William and Mary Quarterly 71:3 (July 2014): 321-360. https://www.jstor.org/stable/10.5309/willmaryquar.71.3.0321 Nuala Zahedieh, "The Merchants of Port Royal, Jamaica, and the Spanish Contraband Trade, 1655-1692," The William and Mary Quarterly 43:4 (Oct., 1986): 570-593. http://www.jstor.com/stable/1923683 Jack P. Greene, "Jamaica at Midcentury: A Social and Economic Profile," Settler Jamaica in the 1750s: A Social Portrait (University of Virginia Press). http://www.jstor.com/stable/j.ctt1dgn5qd.5 Denver Brunsman, "The Knowles Atlantic Impressment Riots of the 1740s," Early American Studies 5:2 (Fall 2007): 324-366. Christine Walker, "Port Royal," Jamaica Ladies: Female Slaveholders and the Creation of Britain's Atlantic Empire (University of North Carolina Press, 2020). https://www.jstor.org/stable/10.5149/9781469655284_walker.6 Vincent Brown, "The Eighteenth Century: Growth, Crisis, and Revolution," in The Princeton Companion to Atlantic History eds. Joseph C. Miller, Vincent Brown, Jorge Canizares-Esguerra, Laurent Dubois, and Karen Ordahl Kupperman (Princeton University Press). http://www.jstor.com/stable/j.ctt18s30x4.11 James Robertson, "Making Jamaica English: Priorities and Processes," The Torrid Zone: Caribbean Colonization and Cultural Interaction in the Long Seventeenth Century ed. L.H. Roper (University of South Carolina Press). http://www.jstor.com/stable/j.ctv6sj7vv.11 Guy Chet, "Atlantic Frontier: Continued Piracy through the Long Eighteenth Century" The Ocean Is a Wilderness: Atlantic Piracy and the Limits of State Authority, 1688-1856 (University of Massachusetts Press). http://www.jstor.com/stable/j.ctt5vk2s5.6 Cordingly, David. "Pirates and Port Royal." History Today 42, (5/1992): 62. https://www.theatlantic.com/business/archive/2015/09/prison-labor-in-america/406177/ Henry Morgan bios: Zahedieh, Nuala. "Morgan, Sir Henry (c. 1635–1688), privateer and colonial governor." Oxford Dictionary of National Biography. 23 Sep. 2004; Accessed 3 Sep. 2020. https://www.oxforddnb.com/view/10.1093/ref:odnb/9780198614128.001.0001/odnb-9780198614128-e-19224. and https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Henry_Morgan "Remembrance of the Great Earthquake" http://www.jnht.com/documents/remembrance-of-the-great-earthquake.pdf Jamaica National Heritage Trust https://www.bbc.com/news/world-latin-america-18601357 and https://www.history.com/this-day-in-history/earthquake-destroys-jamaican-pirate-haven#:~:text=On%20June%207%2C%201692%2C%20a,to%20destroy%20the%20entire%20town. Trevor Burnard, "European Migration to Jamaica, 1655-1780," The William and Mary Quarterly 53:4 (Oct., 1996): 769-796. http://collections.vam.ac.uk/item/O100708/doll-with-dress-unknown/ http://collections.vam.ac.uk/item/O116924/gown-unknown/ http://collections.vam.ac.uk/item/O318880/gown-unknown/ https://www.npg.org.uk/collections/search/person/mp00741/john-vaughan-3rd-earl-of-carbery https://fashionhistory.fitnyc.edu/1690-1699/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_governors_of_Jamaica https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sir_Charles_Knowles,_1st_Baronet Gov. of Jamaica https://www.npg.org.uk/collections/search/portrait/mw05823 https://www.npg.org.uk/collections/explore/an-officer-and-a-gentleman-naval-uniform-and-male-fashion-in-the-eighteenth-century sword, 1750 https://collections.rmg.co.uk/collections/objects/78785.html https://collections.rmg.co.uk/collections/objects/14293.html https://collections.rmg.co.uk/collections/objects/71222.html 1748 hat (not part of regulated uniform until 1795, though) https://www.rmg.co.uk/sites/default/files/import/4_captainjamescook.pdf 1820! https://collections.rmg.co.uk/collections/objects/128354.html Uniforms introduced 1850s https://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20101208175701/http://www.royalnavy.mod.uk/training-and-people/rn-life/uniforms-and-badges-of-rank/index.htm Typically hand sewn, rather than printed! https://collections.rmg.co.uk/collections/objects/941.html Pirate Crews: Marcus Rediker, Villains of All Nations: Atlantic Pirates in the Golden Age (Boston, MA: Beacon Press, 2004). Guy Chet, "Atlantic Frontier: Continued Piracy through the Long Eighteenth Century," The Ocean is a Wilderness: Atlantic Piracy and the Limits of State Authoirty, 1688-1856 (University of Massachusetts Press, 2014). fourth-rate c.1685 https://collections.rmg.co.uk/collections/objects/141835.html first-rate 1794 https://collections.rmg.co.uk/collections/objects/111624.html undated (Union Jack--later?) https://collections.rmg.co.uk/collections/objects/152570.html Lady Washington https://historicalseaport.org/lady-washington-history/ https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/volokh-conspiracy/wp/2017/04/03/firearms-technology-and-the-original-meaning-of-the-second-amendment/ https://www.pbs.org/opb/historydetectives/technique/gun-timeline/ Firing matchlock and flintlock muskets https://youtu.be/zpzIb3XjyyY (still need gunpowder in pan for flint to strike in later 18th c. weapons) http://www.jnht.com/site_spanish_town.php https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Colony_of_Jamaica https://www.nmrn.org.uk/research/piracy Marcus Rediker, Villains of All Nations: Atlantic Pirates in the Golden Age (Boston, MA: Beacon Press, 2004). Arne Bialuschewski, "Pirates, Black Sailors and Seafaring Slaves in the Anglo-American Maritime World, 1716-1726," The Journal of Caribbean History 45:2 (2011): 143-158. Rum: The Crafty Cask, Four Part Series on Rum: https://thecraftycask.com/spirits-liqueurs/history-rum/ "Rum," Encyclopedia Britannica, available at https://www.britannica.com/topic/rum-liquor F. Paul Pacult, "Mapping Rum by Region," available at https://web.archive.org/web/20131029204124/http://www.winemag.com/July-2002/PROOF-POSITIVE/ David Wondrich, "The Rum-Soaked History of Pirates and Sailors," The Daily Beast. Available at https://www.thedailybeast.com/the-rum-soaked-history-of-pirates-and-sailors Tortuga: Violet Barbour, "Privateers and Pirates of the West Indies," American Historical Review 16, 3 (1911) W. Frank Craven, "The Early of Warwick: Speculator in Piracy," The Hispanic American Historical Review, 10, 4 (1930) Erin Mackie, "Welcome the Outlaw: Maroons, Pirates, and Caribbean Countercultures," Cultural Critique 59 (2005) Carla Pestana, "Early English Jamaica Without Pirates," William and Mary Quarterly 71, 3 (2014) Colin Woodard, The Republic of Pirates (Mariner Books, 2007)  

What can we learn from Missy Elliott? And what is the role of cultural critique today? [19:49] This week, Aaron and Joey talk about Iconology, timelessness, the Rain, Rotten Tomatoes, Tan France, and Content. They don't talk about the future of Misdemeanor's career...maybe another episode? references Missy's "The Rain" video Busta's surrealistic "Gimme Some More" video Vox on Cultural Criticism Binge Mode on The Ringer The NYTimes review of Guy Fieri's restaurant

In this episode of Knowing Animals I am joined by Nicholas Holm. Nicholas is Senior Lecturer in Media Studies at the Massey University. We discuss his journal article ‘Consider the Squirrel: Freaks, Vermin, and Value in the Ruin(s)' of Nature’ which appeared in Cultural Critique in 2012. This episode of Knowing Animals is brought to you by AASA. AASA is the Australasian Animal Studies Association. You can find AASA on Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/AASA-Australasian-Animal-Studies-Association-480316142116752/. Join AASA today!    

Christopher Watkin speaks about his book Thinking through Creation: Genesis 1 and 2 as Tools of Cultural Critique. Watkin looks to the early chapters of Genesis for foundational doctrines about God, the world, and ourselves. In so doing, he advocates for a robust engagement with others about contemporary culture and ideas. Dr. Watkin completed his […]

Christopher Watkin speaks about his book Thinking through Creation: Genesis 1 and 2 as Tools of Cultural Critique. Watkin looks to the early chapters of Genesis for foundational doctrines about God, the world, and ourselves. In so doing, he advocates for a robust engagement with others about contemporary culture and ideas. Dr. Watkin completed his Bachelor’s and Doctoral degrees at Cambridge University. He lectured at Cambridge for a couple of years before moving with his family to Australia, where he now works as a lecturer at Monash University in Melbourne. He is the author of a number of academic books in the area of modern European philosophy, including Difficult Atheism (2011) and French Philosophy Today (2016), both with Edinburgh University Press. Over the past few years he has written four books published by P&R Press. Three of them are in the Great Thinkers series: Jacques Derrida (2017), Michel Foucault (2018) and Gilles Deleuze (forthcoming). Links to Thinking through the Bible Main site: https://thinkingthroughthebible.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Thinking-Through-the-Bible-455889715164228/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/thinking_bible https://vimeo.com/341707234

By the time she was eleven and living in the Soviet Union, Lee Kofman had undergone several major operations on both a defective heart and injuries sustained in a bus accident. Her body harbours a constellation of disfiguring scars that have shaped her sense of self and her view of the world. But it wasn’t until she moved to Israel and later to Australia that she came to think these markings weren’t badges of honour to flaunt but were, in fact, imperfections that needed to be hidden away. In a captivating mix of memoir and cultural critique, Kofman casts a questioning eye on the myths surrounding our conception of physical perfection and what it’s like to live in a body that deviates from the norm. She reveals the subtle ways we are all influenced by the bodies we inhabit, whether our differences are pronounced or noticeable only to ourselves. She talks to people of all shapes, sizes and configurations and takes a hard look at the way media and culture tell us how bodies should and shouldn’t be. Illuminating, confronting and deeply personal, Imperfect challenges us all to consider how we exist in the world and how our bodies shape the people we become. Lee Kofman will be appearing at the Williamstown Literary Festival in 2019.

Welcome to Blackbird9's Breakfast Club's Wednesday Podcast. In tonight's episode, Scarlet Letters of Cultural Critique, we examine how the Cultural Marxists in academia use works of fiction to achieve their demoralization agenda against traditional Western Civilization.https://www.blackbird9tradingposts.org/2016/11/29/scarlet-letters-of-cultural-critique-blackbird9-podcast/In the First Hour Host Frederick C. Blackburn will cover the recent chaotic events brought on by the teachings of the Frankfurt School Marxists. Their mission: establish a greater Israel ruled by Globalism under the direction of Talmudic Noahide Law and at the same time force all other countries to surrender their independent sovereignty.In the Second Hour, the host looks at the history of the Cultural Marxist 4th Generation Asymmetrical weapons of Critical Theory and Cultural Critique with a focus on the use of fictional literature in modern education. Frederick C. Blackburn examines the works, The Scarlet Letter, The Lord Of The Flies, Roots, and Schindler's List and how these "classics" have been weaponized by the post Frankfurt School Globalists in their demoralization programs masquerading as education.www.blackbird9tradingposts.org

Welcome to Blackbird9's Breakfast Club's Wednesday Podcast. In tonight's episode, Scarlet Letters of Cultural Critique, we examine how the Cultural Marxists in academia use works of fiction to achieve their demoralization agenda against traditional Western Civilization.https://www.blackbird9tradingposts.org/2016/11/29/scarlet-letters-of-cultural-critique-blackbird9-podcast/In the First Hour Host Frederick C. Blackburn will cover the recent chaotic events brought on by the teachings of the Frankfurt School Marxists. Their mission: establish a greater Israel ruled by Globalism under the direction of Talmudic Noahide Law and at the same time force all other countries to surrender their independent sovereignty.In the Second Hour, the host looks at the history of the Cultural Marxist 4th Generation Asymmetrical weapons of Critical Theory and Cultural Critique with a focus on the use of fictional literature in modern education. Frederick C. Blackburn examines the works, The Scarlet Letter, The Lord Of The Flies, Roots, and Schindler's List and how these "classics" have been weaponized by the post Frankfurt School Globalists in their demoralization programs masquerading as education.www.blackbird9tradingposts.org

I read from an article written by Ray Williams of PSYCHOLOGY TODAY Wired for Success Anti-Intellectualism and the "Dumbing Down" of America Posted Jul 07, 2014 There is a growing and disturbing trend of anti-intellectual elitism in American culture. It’s the dismissal of science, the arts, and humanities and their replacement by entertainment, self-righteousness, ignorance, and deliberate gullibility. Susan Jacoby, author of The Age of American Unreason, says in an article in the Washington Post, "Dumbness, to paraphrase the late senator Daniel Patrick Moynihan, has been steadily defined downward for several decades, by a combination of heretofore irresistible forces. These include the triumph of video culture over print culture; a disjunction between Americans' rising level of formal education and their shaky grasp of basic geography, science and history; and the fusion of anti-rationalism with anti-intellectualism." There has been a long tradition of anti-intellectualism in America, unlike most other Western countries. Richard Hofstadter, who won a Pulitzer Prize in 1964 for his book, Anti-Intellectualism In American Life, describes how the vast underlying foundations of anti-elite, anti-reason and anti-science have been infused into America’s political and social fabric. Famous science fiction writer Isaac Asimov once said: "There is a cult of ignorance in the United States, and there has always been. The strain of anti-intellectualism has been a constant thread winding its way through our political and cultural life, nurtured by the false notion that democracy means that my ignorance is just as good as your knowledge." Mark Bauerlein, in his book, The Dumbest Generation, reveals how a whole generation of youth is being dumbed down by their aversion to reading anything of substance and their addiction to digital "crap" via social media. Journalist Charles Pierce, author of Idiot America, adds another perspective: “The rise of idiot America today represents--for profit mainly, but also and more cynically, for political advantage in the pursuit of power--the breakdown of a consensus that the pursuit of knowledge is a good. It also represents the ascendancy of the notion that the people whom we should trust the least are the people who best know what they are talking about. In the new media age, everybody is an expert.” “There’s a pervasive suspicion of rights, privileges, knowledge and specialization,” says Catherine Liu, the author of American Idyll: Academic Antielitism as Cultural Critique and a film and media studies professor at University of California. The very mission of universities has changed, argues Liu. “We don’t educate people anymore. We train them to get jobs.” Part of the reason for the rising anti-intellectualism can be found in the declining state of education in the U.S. compared to other advanced countries: After leading the world for decades in 25-34 year olds with university degrees, the U.S. is now in 12th place. The World Economic Forum ranked the U.S. at 52nd among 139 nations in the quality of its university math and science instruction in 2010. Nearly 50% of all graduate students in the sciences in the U.S. are foreigners, most of whom are returning to their home countries; The Oklahoma Council of Public Affairs commissioned a civic education poll among public school students. A surprising 77% didn't know that George Washington was the first President; couldn't name Thomas Jefferson as the author of the Declaration of Independence; and only 2.8% of the students actually passed the citizenship test. Along similar lines, the Goldwater Institute of Phoenix did the same survey and only 3.5% of students passed the civics test; According to the National Research Council report, only 28% of high school science teachers consistently follow the National Research Council guidelines on teaching evolution, and 13% of those teachers explicitly advocate creationism or "intelligent design;" 18% of Americans still believe that the sun revolves around the earth, according to a Gallup poll; The American Association of State Colleges and Universities report on education shows that the U.S. ranks second among all nations in the proportion of the population aged 35-64 with a college degree, but 19th in the percentage of those aged 25-34 with an associate or high school diploma, which means that for the first time, the educational attainment of young people will be lower than their parents; 74% of Republicans in the U.S. Senate and 53% in the House of Representatives deny the validity of climate change despite the findings of the U.S. National Academy of Sciences and every other significant scientific organization in the world; According to the 2009 National Assessment of Educational Progress, 68% of public school children in the U.S. do not read proficiently by the time they finish third grade. And the U.S. News & World reported that barely 50% of students are ready for college level reading when they graduate; According to a 2006 survey by National Geographic-Roper, nearly half of Americans between ages 18 and 24 do not think it necessary to know the location of other countries in which important news is being made. More than a third consider it "not at all important" to know a foreign language, and only 14 percent consider it "very important;" According to the National Endowment for the Arts report in 1982, 82% of college graduates read novels or poems for pleasure; two decades later only 67% did. And more than 40% of Americans under 44 did not read a single book--fiction or nonfiction--over the course of a year. The proportion of 17 year olds who read nothing (unless required by school ) has doubled between 1984-2004; Gallup released a poll indicating 42 percent of Americans still believe God created human beings in their present form less than 10,000 years ago; A 2008 University of Texas study found that 25 percent of public school biology teachers believe that humans and dinosaurs inhabited the earth simultaneously. In American schools, the culture exalts the athlete and good-looking cheerleader. Well-educated and intellectual students are commonly referred to in public schools and the media as "nerds," "dweebs," "dorks," and "geeks," and are relentlessly harassed and even assaulted by the more popular "jocks" for openly displaying any intellect.  These anti-intellectual attitudes are not reflected in students in most European or Asian countries, whose educational levels have now equaled and and will surpass that of the U.S.  And most TV shows or movies such as The Big Bang Theory depict intellectuals as being geeks if not effeminate. John W. Traphagan ,Professor of Religious Studies at the University of Texas, argues the problem is that Asian countries have core cultural values that are more akin to a cult of intelligence and education than a cult of ignorance and anti-intellectualism. In Japan, for example, teachers are held in high esteem and normally viewed as among the most important members of a community. There is suspicion and even disdain for the work of teachers that occurs in the U.S. Teachers in Japan typically are paid significantly more than their peers in the U.S. The profession of teaching is one that is seen as being of central value in Japanese society and those who choose that profession are well compensated in terms of salary, pension, and respect for their knowledge and their efforts on behalf of children. In addition, we do not see in Japan significant numbers of the types of religious schools that are designed to shield children from knowledge about basic tenets of science and accepted understandings of history--such as evolutionary theory or the religious views of the Founding Fathers, who were largely deists--which are essential to having a fundamental understanding of the world, Traphagan contends. The reason for this is because in general Japanese value education, value the work of intellectuals, and see a well-educated public with a basic common knowledge in areas of scientific fact, math, history, literature, etc. as being an essential foundation to a successful democracy. We’re creating a world of dummies. Angry dummies who feel they have the right, the authority and the need not only to comment on everything, but to make sure their voice is heard above the rest, and to drag down any opposing views through personal attacks, loud repetition and confrontation. Bill Keller, writing in the New York Times argues that the anti-intellectual elitism is not an elitism of wisdom, education, experience or knowledge. The new elite are the angry social media posters, those who can shout loudest and more often, a clique of bullies and malcontents baying together like dogs cornering a fox. Too often it’s a combined elite of the anti-intellectuals and the conspiracy followers – not those who can voice the most cogent, most coherent response. Together they forment a rabid culture of anti-rationalism where every fact is suspect; every shadow holds a secret conspiracy. Rational thought is the enemy. Critical thinking is the devil’s tool. Keller also notes that the herd mentality takes over online; the anti-intellectuals become the metaphorical equivalent of an angry lynch mob when anyone either challenges one of the mob beliefs or posts anything outside the mob’s self-limiting set of values. Keller blames this in part to the online universe that “skews young, educated and attentive to fashions.” Fashion, entertainment, spectacle, voyeurism – we’re directed towards trivia, towards the inconsequential, towards unquestioning and blatant consumerism. This results in intellectual complacency. People accept without questioning, believe without weighing the choices, join the pack because in a culture where convenience rules, real individualism is too hard work. Thinking takes too much time: it gets in the way of the immediacy of the online experience. Reality TV and pop culture presented in magazines and online sites claim to provide useful information about the importance of The Housewives of [you name the city] that can somehow enrich our lives. After all, how else can one explain the insipid and pointless stories that tout divorces, cheating and weight gain? How else can we explain how the Kardashians,or Paris Hilton are known for being famous for being famous without actually contributing anything worth discussion? The artificial events of their lives become the mainstay of populist media to distract people from the real issues and concerns facing us. The current trend of increasing anti-intellectualism now establishing itself in politics and business leadership, and supported by a declining education system should be a cause for concern for leaders and the general population,one that needs to be addressed now.

This week we have a theological examination of a cultural phenomenon. Theological Reflections on “Gangnam Style”: A Racial, Sexual, and Cultural Critique by Joseph Cheah - Associate Professor of Comparative Theology,University of Saint Joseph and Grace Ji-Sun Kim - Visiting Researcher,Georgetown University We are excited to have Grace Ji-Sun Kim on again (you can hear her first visit here) and we look forward to her contribution to the Fortress Press' 'Theology For The People' series next year. We are thrilled to have the Wesley Theological Seminary's DMin program sponsoring the podcast. Head on over to this Washington DC institution of theological learning to hear more about getting your learn on. Make sure you check out our sponsor Deidox Films. They create short films take show how different disciples in different walks of life embody their faith. If you like using films in your teaching, preaching or learning then get wise and click on over. Follow the podcast, drop a review, send feedback/questions or become a member of the HBC Community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 37: “Whoa V*gina: Lollipop Chainsaw, Tomb Raider, and the Need for Sarkeesian’s Cultural Critique” (“Save As” to download or head over to iTunes to subscribe) This week we segue from last week’s episode to this week’s by talking about rape imagery in the new Tomb Raider trailer, our playing of Lollipop Chainsaw, and Anita Sarkeesian’s […]

Podcast of a public talk by Azzan Yadin-Israel, Rutgers University

Marla Martenson, author of Diary of a Beverly Hills Matchmaker, was back by popular demand to dish with me about the shallowness of people who only seek mates who are arm candy and American Express cards. Then brain tumor survivor Bob Gibbs spoke with me about his 6-year battle with brain cancer, his son’s being […] The post Relationships 101 – A Cultural Critique and Life-Changing Events appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net.

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