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On Sociology Tuesdays we join with our partners across at untypicable who have a mildly humourous sociology-based blog post most Tuesdays throughout the year.
Tattoos have evolved from rebellious statements to mainstream art, yet stereotypes about intelligence, regret, and professionalism persist. This in-depth exploration covers the cultural history, psychology, and personal motivations behind tattoos—including why some regret them and why many, like me, never will.
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.
Phone calls are dying, Gen Z refuses to hold a phone properly, and Zoom meetings are the new workplace torture. This humorous yet sociologically informed deep dive explores why phone calls are falling out of favour, why neurodivergent people dread them, and why texting is the future.
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.
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.
Is Karl Marx really the bogeyman he’s made out to be? This humorous yet thoughtful exploration debunks myths, examines why ‘Marxism’ is a catch-all insult today, and highlights the values we can still learn from his work.
Unpack the genius of Michel Foucault in this introduction to his theories on power, surveillance, and knowledge. Discover why society feels like a Panopticon and how Foucault’s ideas help you navigate modern life’s invisible controls.
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.
Dive into a weirdly sociological Christmas dinner where Karl Marx, Max Weber, and other great thinkers debate festive traditions over turkey and pudding.
