Slavoj Zizek: Living in the End Times
A lengthy but illuminating exposition of Zizek’s latest batch of ideas:
Tag: economy
Losing Generations
It has been nearly a month since I graduated. My life is slowly returning to…
Cuts and Casualties
Yesterday, I became aware of a horrific case in Peterborough. The local primary care trust,…
To Breed or Not to Breed
Last night, I spoke to my father on the telephone. There were a number of…
The Dreams of Sheep
I suppose the most remarkable thing about the Emergency Budget is how calmly most people…
The Age of Cheapness
It’s been rather difficult to focus on politics lately. Panem et circenses abounds particularly at…
Review: “Food Inc.”, directed by Robert Kenner
[AMAZONPRODUCT=B003CYOOFS] It’s difficult to diet. It’s usually at the point that one decides to cut…
Confessions of a Guilt-Driven Consumer
I’m rather relieved that Father’s Day will soon be upon us. After it’s over, I…
The Pervasive Poison of Machismo
My take on the horrors which were inflicted on the Gaza flotilla is perhaps slightly…