Meet This Mind of Mine: Recent Episodes
Elizabeth Zandbergen
This podcast offers a glimpse into everyday thoughts, observations and socio-cultural analyses. Ever wondered how respect for the dead is culturally constructed? Do you know what the portrayal of Black male bodies in pornography tells us about racism? And what could the connection be between sexual health vlogs and Evangelism? Stick around to learn more about these topics and many others - all in the time it takes to go grocery shopping or to do the dishes. Produced, edited and written by Elizabeth Zandbergen, voice-over by Jennifer Foster.
In a world where social meanings colour our views, sexuality does not remain untouched. Ever heard of the term ‘Big Black Cock’? Let’s discover how colonial history and power dynamics influence the portrayal of Black male bodies in American pornography, through which fears are transformed into fantasies.
Disclaimer: please note that pointing out a problematic pattern does not equal the disapproval of an entire occupation, as I strongly believe sex workers deserve the utmost respect. Instead, this case study is an example that can be placed in a broader context of racialized power interactions, such as tokenism and typecasting in other fields of the entertainment industry. In addition, this analysis is intended to question the status quo, it is in no way meant to attack or demonise White viewers or producers on an individual level.
Do you wanna make money from the comfort of your own home, be your own boss and get rich quick? The sky is the limit! That’s the promise many multi-level marketing companies, often accused of operating as pyramid schemes, are making. Tune in to learn more about the recruiting tactics used to attract future ‘bossbabes’ and the glamorisation of ‘independent’ entrepreneurship.
YouTube offers more than cute cat videos and fail compilations. In this episode, we will take a look at how Evangelistic vloggers share values from the Old Book in a new, digital age. Listen to learn more about missionary work, Biblical authority and enjoyable abstinence.
Trigger warning: self-harm.
In this episode, we will explore the world of body alterations to help formulate an anthropological answer to the question: why are certain body modification practices socially accepted whereas others are problematized?