Culture - Politics - Sustainability
Power, persuasion, and the human condition.
From propaganda and protest to environmental ethics and identity, this section explores how psychology shapes the stories societies tell themselves. Dive into the hidden forces behind belief, polarization, and progress — and discover how understanding the mind can help us build a more conscious, sustainable world.
“Absolute Power Abuses Absolutely” — Power, Privilege, and the Politics of Gender
This essay explores how power, privilege, and gender intersect in modern society, arguing that “absolute power abuses absolutely.” It examines the corruption of accountability, the culture of silence around elites, and the urgent need for empathy and structural reform.
Justice for Sale: How Wealth Turns Accountability into Symbolism
Explore how wealth turns justice into symbolism and transaction, using Prince Andrew and Donald Trump as case studies of elite accountability.
The Peacemaker Illusion: How Donald Trump’s “Eight Wars” Narrative Reveals a Psychology of Shallow Leadership
Fact-check Donald Trump’s “eight wars” claim and explore how his foreign policy rhetoric, peace deals, and ceasefire announcements reveal a leadership style rooted in performance, control, and political narcissism.
The Unseen Weapon: A History of Psychological Warfare from Antiquity to the Digital Age
Explore the history of psychological warfare from ancient empires to modern propaganda, tracing 3,000 years of mind games in war and politics.
MTG: Who Is Really Benefiting from Infighting?
Marjorie Taylor Greene’s GOP infighting may look chaotic, but could it be strategy? An in-depth look at her appeal to the restless Republican middle.
“I Let You Ask It”: A Psychological Dissection of Trump’s Oct 2025 60 Minutes Interview
A psychological analysis of Donald Trump’s 2025 60 Minutes interview reveals patterns of authoritarian charisma, dominance, and moral inversion.
The Absurdity of “Absurdity”: Why Piers Morgan’s Argument Against Trans Identity Collapses Under Science
Using evidence from psychology, neuroscience, and philosophy, this essay dismantles Piers Morgan’s “black lesbian” argument and explains why gender identity is a genuine, scientifically grounded aspect of human selfhood; not an absurdity.
Why Trump May Invade Venezuela
A political psychology essay exploring the motives behind Trump’s aggression toward Venezuela—narcissism, dominance, insecurity, and the drive to use war as spectacle and control.
The Language of “Play”: Infantilisation, Cognitive Dissonance, and the Culture of Epstein’s World
Analyze the peculiar "language of play" and secrecy in Jeffrey Epstein's world. This deep dive explores how infantilisation, euphemisms like "play," and cognitive dissonance allowed powerful men, to mask abuse and sustain a culture of transgression.
The Forgotten Third: Racism, Colonialism, and the Injustice of Britain’s “Foreign” War Dead
This essay explores the forgotten third of Britain’s world war forces—colonial and Commonwealth soldiers whose sacrifices were vital yet erased by racism and imperial myth. It exposes how Britain’s victories in World War I and II depended on empire, examining the injustice, exploitation, and amnesia that shaped modern memory.
From Cool Britannia to Cold Nationalism:
Once a playful emblem of Cool Britannia, the Union Jack now flies amid division and nostalgia. Discover the story of how Britain’s flag became a mirror of national confidence — and its loss.
Love, Liberty, and Vigilance: Why the Kim Davis Case Matters and What We Must Do
The Supreme Court may revisit Obergefell v. Hodges as Kim Davis challenges same-sex marriage rights. Learn why this case matters, the risks for LGBTQIA+ equality, and how communities and allies can take action to protect marriage equality.
Why Political Literacy Matters: Psychology, Democracy, and a Beginner’s Guide to UK Politics
Discover why political literacy matters. Explore how UK politics, psychology, and everyday choices shape democracy, with a beginner-friendly course.
Trump’s Obsession With “Low IQ” Reveals More About Him Than His Targets
Donald Trump’s attacks on Jasmine Crockett and AOC as 'low IQ' reveal more about his own insecurity and anti-intellectual style than his opponents. A political psychology critique.
Protecting Equality in 2025: A UK Political Guide for LGBTQIA+ People and Allies
A 2025 UK political party guide for LGBTQIA+ voters and allies. Compare party stances on equality, trans rights, and protecting the Equality Act.
Satire Isn’t Sewage: Why Mike Johnson’s Excuse for Trump’s AI Video Is Dangerous
Donald Trump’s AI video mocking “No Kings” protesters is no satire, it’s authoritarian contempt. Speaker Mike Johnson’s defense normalizes monarchy imagery and demeans dissent. Here’s why this sewage politics is a dangerous warning for American democracy.
The Bimodal Life of Mass Murder: An Evolutionary Map of Violence
Explore how mass murder shows a bimodal age pattern, with youth and midlife crises shaping motives, targets, and prevention strategies.
The Psychology of Protest: Why the Peacefulness of "No Kings" Matters More Than Its Scale
The No Kings protests drew millions nationwide. Despite being branded terrorists and facing troop deployments, the movement remained peaceful.
Rhetorical Analysis of “Radical Left’s CNN Stunt Fails to Distract from Their Shutdown Stranglehold”
A critical rhetorical and political psychology analysis of the October 16, 2025 White House article on the government shutdown, exposing its partisan framing, emotional appeals, and implications for democratic norms and institutional trust.
When Extremism Becomes Normal: The Modern Appeal of the Far Right
Explore the social, political, and psychological factors driving the modern appeal of far-right extremism. Understand why Hitler and Nazi ideology continue to resonate today and what can be done to counteract this dangerous trend.