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The Barbie Movie: Woke Capitalism and Commodity Feminism

Unlike the bubbly animated Barbie films, the 2023 live-action Barbie starring Margot Robbie puts a millennial spin on the classic doll. While fairly family-friendly, inside jokes and cultural references aim this Barbie at adults who grew up with the toy icon. The film plays with nostalgia to draw in viewers based on childhood familiarity, an …

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Why you need to take care of your mental health at University and your job

One of the most important things to remember about University is that it’s a time for personal development. You’re going to be engaging in new activities, meeting new people, and finding out more about your interests. But it can be hard to keep up with these goals if you don’t also take care of your …

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Why I fight

The other day I just agreed to another Muay Thai (Thai boxing) fight next month. Lots of my friends, colleagues, and even students, ask me why I keep doing that. Why would you take Muay Thai fights if you’re a professor/consultant/speaker/etc.? Here’s my answer. Martial Arts, for me, is my form of meditation. It keeps …

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