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Episodes
Mentioned books
Apr 14, 2024 • 49min
Darren Wershler et al,, "The Lab Book: Situated Practices in Media Studies" (U Minnesota Press, 2022)
Author Darren Wershler discusses 'The Lab Book: Situated Practices in Media Studies', exploring the extended lab model, collection role, university influences, and infrastructure negotiations. Topics include knowledge production, transparency, accessibility, and historical case studies.
Apr 14, 2024 • 1h 16min
Jessica C. Robbins, "Aging Nationally in Contemporary Poland: Memory, Kinship, and Personhood" (Rutgers UP, 2020)
Anthropologist Jessica C. Robbins-Panko discusses aging in Poland, exploring memory, kinship, and personhood. She highlights how older Poles maintain dignity despite challenges. The podcast touches on national identity, suffering, Catholicism's role in sociality, and ongoing research projects on aging and memory work.
Apr 13, 2024 • 28min
M. Cooper Minister and Sarah J. Bloesch, "Cultural Approaches to Studying Religion: An Introduction to Theories and Methods" (Bloomsbury, 2023)
M. Cooper Minister and Sarah J. Bloesch discuss cultural approaches to studying religion, exploring diverse theorists in religious studies and the importance of inclusivity in academic canons. They emphasize the impact of specific chapters by renowned scholars like Judith Butler and Joseph Winters, highlighting the book's utility for educators in simplifying complex theories for improved teaching approaches.
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Apr 12, 2024 • 53min
Elizabeth Peterson, "Making Sense of 'Bad English': An Introduction to Language Attitudes and Ideologies" (Routledge, 2019)
Dr. Elizabeth Peterson discusses language attitudes and ideologies in her book 'Making Sense of 'Bad English'.' They delve into the origins of 'good' and 'bad' English, the Standard Language Ideology, English variations globally, and the importance of linguistic diversity. The conversation challenges common language beliefs, encourages acceptance of different dialects, and emphasizes the social nature of language practices.
Apr 12, 2024 • 1h 29min
Cristiana Strava, "Precarious Modernities: Assembling State, Space and Society on the Urban Margins in Morocco" (Bloomsbury, 2021)
Cristiana Strava explores urban vulnerability in Casablanca, Morocco, focusing on marginalized neighborhoods and the residents' sense of place despite insecurities. She shares insights on depoliticization aiding unequal social, spatial, and economic orders. The podcast delves into themes of space, marginalization, urban planning, and challenges stereotypes about poverty and aspirations for better futures. The author's ethnographic journey uncovers complexities, historical struggles, and societal reproduction in urban margins.
Apr 12, 2024 • 24min
Miss Tibet: Representing Tibet through Beauty Pageants
Pema Choedon discusses how beauty pageants like Miss Tibet can be seen as arenas of cultural representation and meaning production, showcasing Tibetan culture and challenging stereotypes. Topics include the empowerment in unconventional beauty pageants, the formation of Tibetan identity in the diaspora, the history of Mr. Bad beauty pageants, controversies surrounding Tibetan beauty pageants, and the role of Miss Tibet in cultural representation and political challenges.
Apr 11, 2024 • 1h 12min
Brooke Larson, "The Lettered Indian: Race, Nation, and Indigenous Education in Twentieth-Century Bolivia" (Duke UP, 2023)
Dr. Brooke Larson delves into the struggle over Indian literacy and schooling in Twentieth-Century Bolivia, discussing moral dilemmas, political stakes, and the transformation of rural schools into tools of cultural power and activism. The podcast explores the intersections of race, indigeneity, and nation in the educational landscape, highlighting the significant role of literacy in legal campaigns and the challenges faced by indigenous leaders in establishing their own schools amidst resistance.
Apr 10, 2024 • 33min
Eric Hoffer's "The True Believer: Thoughts on the Nature of Mass Movements" (1951)
Explore the insights of Eric Hoffer, a stevedore turned philosopher, as he delves into the mind of fanatics and the dynamics of mass movements. Learn about the psychological profiles of individuals in extremist ideologies, the relationship between followers and leaders, and the impact of social media on group mentality. Delve into critiques of authoritarian leaders and the lack of communal institutions during the civil rights movement.
Apr 6, 2024 • 57min
Marc Edelman, "Peasant Politics of the Twenty-First Century: Transnational Social Movements and Agrarian Change" (Cornell UP, 2024)
Author Marc Edelman discusses transnational agrarian movements reshaping rural society and food systems, highlighting peasant activism, moral economy, and food sovereignty. The interview covers struggles against land grabbing, counter agrarian reform, and climate change, emphasizing engagement in research and policy implications.
Apr 6, 2024 • 38min
Ellie Tomsett, "Stand-up Comedy and Contemporary Feminisms: Sexism, Stereotypes and Structural Inequalities" (Bloomsbury, 2023)
Ellie Tomsett, Senior Lecturer in media and film at Birmingham City University, discusses sexism in stand-up comedy, gender disparities in the industry, challenges faced by women, and the impact of social media on creating inclusivity. The podcast explores the history of sexism in British comedy and initiatives to address sexual misconduct and improve workplace conditions for marginalized comedians.
