Tag: Culture

  • The Problem With the Term “White Male Privilege”

    The issue I take with the phrase “white male privilege” isn’t necessarily about whether the concept exists. It can and does exist in many contexts. The problem lies in how the term is often used: as a blanket descriptor that flattens a complex web of individual circumstances. Privilege Comes in Many Forms Let’s consider a…

  • Social Hierarchies: A Hidden Reason Behind Racism and Sexism

    Why do some people cling to racist or sexist beliefs, even when they harm others and destabilize society? While the roots of prejudice are complex, one overlooked psychological mechanism offers insight into how and why people fall into these harmful ideologies. At its core, this mechanism stems from a common human experience: feeling stuck at…

  • Everyone Can Be a Sadist (Sometimes)

    When most people hear the word sadism, they picture psychopathic serial killers or medieval torturers. But the reality is more complicated. Sadistic thoughts and impulses are far more common—and ordinary—than most of us realize. Think back to the last villain you saw in a movie, TV show, or even real life. Someone whose actions you…

  • Joe Rogan’s Culture Clash: Bold Innovator or Toxic Influence?

    Joe Rogan has — and continues to have — a massive impact on modern culture. But the real question is: has that impact been mostly positive or negative? Let’s break it down. The Positive Effects of Joe Rogan’s Influence 1. He’s Helped Popularize Long-Form, Open Dialogue In a time when attention spans are under siege…