In this episode, we explore "Late Industrialization, Tradition, and Social Change in South Korea" by Yong-Chool Ha, a compelling examination of how deeply rooted social ties shaped the country’s economic transformation. As South Korea surged into industrialization under the leadership of Park Chung Hee, traditional...
Join us in this episode as we explore "Knowledge Sovereignty Among African Cattle Herders" by Zeremariam Fre, a groundbreaking examination of the Beni-Amer cattle owners in the Horn of Africa. This fascinating work highlights how these herders not only excel in cattle breeding but also...
In this episode, we explore Craig Dworkin’s "Helicography," a fascinating blend of art history, fiction, and theory. The book takes a deep look at Robert Smithson’s famous artwork, "Spiral Jetty," and asks: what happens when we change the scale of spirals, from the tiniest molecules...
In this episode, we explore how fashion has become a vital element of museum culture, driven by its increasing role as a cultural artifact. Julia Petrov’s book, Fashion, History, Museums, offers a compelling look into the evolution of fashion curation, connecting early exhibitions like the 1900 Paris...
In this episode, we explore "Fashion Myths" by Roman Meinhold, a thought-provoking examination of how multinational corporations transcend traditional products to sell powerful narratives and intangible ideals. Unpacking the role of 'meta-goods'—like prestige, beauty, and strength—Meinhold reveals how these elements drive marketing success and resonate...
In this episode, we explore "Fashion Meets Socialism: The Fashion Industry in the Soviet Union after the Second World War" by Jukka Gronow and Sergey Zhuravlev. This groundbreaking work uncovers the intricate relationship between fashion and the socialist ideals that shaped the Soviet Union during...
In this episode, we explore "Culinary Turn," an insightful compilation edited by Nicolaj van der Meulen and Jörg Wiesel, where kitchen culture takes center stage. This engaging volume examines how cooking, nutrition, and dining have transformed into key cultural phenomena, influencing fields like design, gastronomy,...
In this episode, we explore "Christian Ethics and Political Economy" by J.M. Vorster, Morten Bøsterud, Jan Venter, Elena Alvarez Alvarez, Christin Bøsterud, Lucas Freire, Marius Nel, and Johann Walters. This thought-provoking work challenges the dominant ideologies shaping our world, navigating the complex landscape of contemporary...
In this episode, we explore "Buch-Aisthesis," a fascinating collection edited by Christopher Busch and Oliver Ruf. The book challenges traditional notions of literature by examining it as a complex interplay of various media, highlighting the intricate relationships of cooperation and competition that exist within the...
In this episode, we explore "Aufklärung habsburgisch: Staatsbildung, Wissenskultur und Geschichtspolitik in Zentraleuropa, 1750-1850" by Franz L. Fillafer. The author unveils the intricate tapestry of Enlightenment thought within the Habsburg monarchy, challenging the notion that the era was solely defined by the secular-democratic ideals shaped...