Critical Wade Theory

Today we’re diving into the sleek, suspenseful, and downright iconic world of John Barry — the man who gave James Bond his swagger and helped redefine film music along the way.

I discuss Trump's war on Harvard (and education generally), how Kid Rock sucks, and the twisted world of Vince and Linda McMahon.

Somehow, I forgot to mention I actually once attended a WCW wrestling…

Ever wondered how scholars make sense of thousands of fairy tales from all over the world? How do you compare a story about a clever fox in Finland to one about a tricky jackal in India—or a talking …

When we think of violence, we often picture a man. Fist clenched. Voice raised. History has taught us to associate aggression with masculinity — as if rage were hardwired into being a man.

But what if…

"Thirteen" hit theaters in 2003 like a punch in the gut. Directed by Catherine Hardwicke in her feature debut and co-written with then-13-year-old Nikki Reed, this isn’t your average coming-of-age st…

Today’s episode: Biopower — How Modern Life Is Engineered.

This isn’t just theory. It’s about how governments, corporations, and institutions regulate our lives — not just with laws or police, but by …

Why do we so often assume the worst about people — even when we barely know them? (And I want to emphasize that, yes, sometimes assuming the worst about someone actually is valid, if you do know abou…

Today, we’re going to talk about… peeing.

Not just any kind of peeing—contagious urination. Among chimpanzees.

Yes, really.

Can you write history without written sources?

If your gut says "No," you're not alone — and you're also wrong.

Today, we’re spotlighting one of the greatest voices in American opera history—a woman who defied expectations, shattered barriers, and redefined what it meant to take the stage. This is the story of…

Today, we’re talking about "Soul Rebels" — the 1970 album by The Wailers that marked a turning point not just for the band, but for reggae music as a whole.