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Black Mirror’s 15 Million Merits — the Illusion of Choice in a Techspace of CoercionSince 2011 the dystopian futures of the anthology series Black Mirror have been unlocking new fears, shining a spotlight on insidious…Jul 6Jul 6
A Tale of Two MoxesEarly on in Cyberpunk 2077, players will inevitably encounter The Mox. The Mox are one of the various gangs of Night City. They stand out…Mar 23Mar 23
HBO’s Barry & the Inevitability of YouTube MasculinityAt its core, HBO’s Barry has a tumultuous relationship with media. With its setting of a Los Angeles full of artistic climbers and the hook…May 10, 2023May 10, 2023
WWE, Manufactured Misogyny, Ronda Rousey & Exceptional OutsidersThis was originally published for FightBooth in 2018 under the title “We’ve Been Ready to Rumble.”Nov 29, 20221Nov 29, 20221
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NoHo Hank, Violence, & Queer IdentityBarry on HBO’s most meme-able, lovable character’s transformation into a tragic hero is complete in season three. But is the violence and…Jun 14, 20221Jun 14, 20221
Well, Well, Wellness II: MenA micro study of the ways making women into healing vessels for toxic masculinity only traumatizes them further, a call to action for “good…Feb 8, 2022Feb 8, 2022