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Our goal for this podcast is to breakdown the social world one topic at a time. Come join us each week as we tackle a new topic using our sociological imagination!

Sep 2, 2021

Food media is relatively new, but you can’t deny its popularity. Hit food shows such as Hell's Kitchen have propelled chefs to fame, but at what cost? In this episode, Ellen and Penn discuss their recent viral (can we use that word?!) article on how food media normalizes violent behavior in commercial kitchens. Food media that glorifies violence-- from psychological to sexual-- influences on how violence is perceived in the workspace of the cooks, ultimately making it seem 'normal' and at times, and even a necessary tool to manage stress and ensuring productivity. Tune in to learn more!