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Mind Over Media

Welcome to Mind Over Media, where we decode the psychology behind your favourite movies, TV shows, music, and pop culture moments. From deep-diving into complex characters to analyzing the lyrics that hit home, we explore the hidden psychological themes shaping the media we love. Whether it’s the mental struggles of iconic protagonists, the psychology of villains, or the deeper meaning behind a song’s lyrics, this is where entertainment meets the mind.

J. C. Pass, MSc J. C. Pass, MSc

Girl Power on Arrakis

What happens when Girl Power lands on Arrakis? A sociological case study using absurdity to expose power, gender norms, and cultural repression.

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J. C. Pass, MSc J. C. Pass, MSc

Do We Need to Talk About Barbie’s Careers?

A witty psychology essay exploring Barbie’s 200 career changes and what they reveal about identity, neurodiversity, job instability and modern work culture. A tongue in cheek yet insightful look at the psychology behind constant reinvention.

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Theo Kincaid Theo Kincaid

Can Satire Survive 2026?

Can satire survive 2026? Reality is now stranger than parody. Explore how GTA 6, Idiocracy, and polarization are forcing humor to evolve in a post-truth world.

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J. C. Pass, MSc J. C. Pass, MSc

RoboCop: Phantom Soul Syndrome

Explore "Phantom Soul Syndrome" in RoboCop: An analysis of how Murphy’s humanity becomes a glitch, transforming the sci-fi film into a terrifying existential horror about a consciousness trapped and haunting its own machine.

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J. C. Pass, MSc J. C. Pass, MSc

How RoboCop Predicted the Weaponization of Masculinity

How is modern gun marketing a fulfillment of RoboCop's satire? This article analyzes the branding of firearms as ultimate masculinity and security, linking the commodification of power to the tragic rise of mass violence.

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J. C. Pass, MSc J. C. Pass, MSc

Short Story: The Measure A Dark Inclusive Fairy Tale

In the village of Gossmere, every child is implanted with a mysterious Switch controlled by the all-seeing Measure. When Rhea dares to question the rules and her own identity, fear, rebellion, and dark consequences unfold in this chilling modern fairy tale.

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