Reveals how African Americans used cable television as a means of empowerment. While previous scholarship on African Americans and the media has largely focused on issues such as stereotypes and progr
Millions loved Fifty Shades of Grey. Millions more loved to hate it. E.L. James’ trilogy of novels, and the film based on them, created a popular culture sensation, revealing much about a society both
[We expect sports to be fair and equal. If one works hard, everyone has a chance to win. But is it really true? In reality, female athletes are paid far less than male counterparts. Youth sports cost
" The new essays in this volume attest that soccer indeed is a very American and very popular sport, around since the 1940s. The essays will address such issues concerning the business of the game; th
"This work examines the realities of baseball as an economic force and a product of popular culture, exploring such topics as the importance of music and giveaways, MLB's relationship with the media,
"Films produced in late 1960s and early 1970s America continue to frame our understanding of the counterculture era. A study of contemporary film soundtracks reveals a great deal of complexity. The co
Focusing on the perspective of positive youth development, the 13 essays in this volume consider youth popular culture as an asset. Academics, professionals, and community organizers working in the US
