Tag: society

The Road to Athens. That’s what I called my 10-month body transformation for my friend’s wedding in the Greek capital. I’d been lifting and eating like a bodybuilder preparing for a show, I smashed personal bests in the gym and I’d eaten enough steak to make Henry VIII blu...

The McDonaldization of society is an intriguing concept that captures the increasing dominance of rationalization in contemporary social life. Originating from sociologist George Ritzer’s seminal work, the term refers to the extension of the principles guiding fast-food chains, particularly Mc...

One of the fundamental questions we ask ourselves regularly in Polygon8 is; what is the point of what we are creating? We often look at our role as artists and the function of our work, what it means to us, and who it serves. So here I have attempted to tidy up some of our thought processes and make...

The 1920s was a very prosperous period, America had won WW1, the economy grew by 42%, mass production had spread and consumer goods were widely available. This was a period of opulence and indulgence. The Great Gatsby was published in 1925, right in the middle of the decade and serves as an interest...

I was driving home from work recently, and my brain detected sudden movement. I automatically looked into my rearview mirror and had just a split second to process the driver coming up fast–and I mean at least, if not more than 90 mph fast–on my tail before my car was struck. I was in th...

Introduction In the annals of history, few figures loom as large as Julius Caesar, the Roman general, statesman, and dictator. His influence has transcended the boundaries of time, leaving an indelible mark on modern society. Let’s embark on a journey through the life of this iconic figure ...

White privilege refers to the inherent advantages and benefits that white individuals experience in society solely due to their racial identity. It’s a complex and pervasive concept deeply rooted in historical and systemic inequalities. While it doesn’t imply that every white person has ...

White men have come under a lot of criticism over the last few years, and rightly so. But I do feel like they get blamed for everything nowadays as they’re an easy target. If something isn’t working it’s because a white man is in charge, people don’t look into the finer detai...