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.
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The Rolling Death of Workplace Introductions: A Sociological Study in Social Survival
Workplace introductions are a bureaucratic ritual we all suffer through. From Goffman’s performance theory to Foucault’s power structures, this humorous sociological analysis explores why the dreaded “go around the table” exercise exists—and why we will never escape it.
The Subtle Art of Sounding Clever (Or Not)
Why do some people sound effortlessly intelligent while others struggle to be taken seriously? This deep dive into Basil Bernstein’s theory of elaborated and restricted code explores class, accents, and the hidden power of language—sprinkled with humour and real-world insights.
Erving Goffman’s Guide to Faking Your Way Through Life
Life is a performance, and Erving Goffman knew it. From awkward small talk to workplace personas, explore how his social theory explains the farce of daily life—with humour, anecdotes, and a nod to other great sociologists.
The Class Divide in Lunchboxes: What Diane Reay Taught Us About Inequality in Schools
Diane Reay’s sharp insights reveal how British schools perpetuate class inequality, from lunchboxes to league tables. A humorous yet critical look at the myths of meritocracy and what needs to change in education.
Are Open-Plan Offices Just Fancy Panopticons?
Are open-plan offices the modern Panopticon? This humorous and sociological deep dive explores how Bentham, Foucault, Marx, Goffman, Bourdieu, and Weber might view these noisy, surveillant workplaces—and why remote work might just be our saviour.
A Sociological Roast: Christmas Dinner Debates
Dive into a weirdly sociological Christmas dinner where Karl Marx, Max Weber, and other great thinkers debate festive traditions over turkey and pudding.
Longer Read: Navigating the Social Maze: A Mildly Humorous Introduction to Pierre Bourdieu
Discover the humour and insights in Pierre Bourdieu’s sociology. This fun and relatable guide explores his theories on social capital, cultural hierarchies, and habitus.