The Importance of Whale Poop
Whales are an important part of ocean biodiversity. So is their poop.
Desegregating Mizzou
It took twelve years and the Supreme Court before the University of Missouri agreed to accept black students.
What Two Tea Parties From the Past Can Tell Us About 19th-Century Domesticity
How domesticity varies by class.
Considering the Sweet Potato
The sweet potato is a New World food that spread around the world, including across the Pacific before the Europeans got there.
Heavy Metal’s Classical Roots: Neurosis’ Symphony of Sludge
Relapse Records recently reissued Neurosis' famous "Times of Grace," and the album is a sadomasochistic symphony.
Aggression, Ethics, and War in ‘The Big Lebowski’
It's more than just entertainment. It reflects the feelings of an era.
What Does the Word “Propaganda” Mean?
It has been put to many uses.
Mystery Science Theater 3000 May Be Coming Back
The smartest dumbest show ever created for television.
The Return of Debtors’ Prisons
New lawsuits allege that court officials are jailing people who fall behind on payment of court fees and fines, leading to a resurgence of debtors' prisons.
Challenging Unpopular Ideas on College Campuses Isn’t New
And it wasn't invented by millenials.