Do Chairs Have Consciousness? (And Are They Judging Us?)
A whimsical essay pondering whether chairs might secretly have consciousness — and if they do, are they quietly judging us for the crumbs, the slouching, and the occasional fart?
Month: April 2025
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Sociology Gone Wild: Theories So Bizarre They Might Actually Explain Everything
From phrenology to TikTok rebellions, explore the most bizarre sociological theories that prove humans can intellectualise anything — even stripy donkeys and microwaved fish.
Why Are Crisp Bags So Full of Air? The Snack-Sized Deception Explained
Ever wondered why crisp bags are mostly empty? Discover the truth behind the air-filled packaging, shrinking portions, and snack-sized betrayal in this deep-dive into the UK’s favourite salty disappointment.
Yolks and Hierarchies: The Great Eggonomic Divide
What does your choice of Easter chocolate say about class, culture, and control? A sociological deep-dive into post-Easter parenting, chocolate hierarchies, and the curious case of carob eggs.
The Forgotten Olympics: Competitive Napping and Other Events That Should Exist
Ever wished competitive napping or synchronised queueing were Olympic sports? Dive into the whimsical world of the Forgotten Olympics celebrating the absurd skills we truly excel at.
How to Convince Yourself You’ve Been Productive Without Actually Doing Anything
Discover the art of looking wildly productive without achieving much at all. From opening dozens of tabs to using business jargon in your kitchen, this cheeky guide explores the high-performance theatre of fake productivity.
The Sociology of Theme Parks: Manufactured Joy and Queue-Based Hierarchies
Easter at a theme park: overpriced balloons, endless queues, and manufactured joy zones. Dive into the sociology of theme parks — where capitalism meets candyfloss-fuelled chaos.
What Actually Is Art? (Because I’m Not Entirely Sure Anymore)
A reflection on why modern art leaves some of us baffled. Landscapes and happy little trees make sense — pickled cows and piles of bricks, not so much.