In This Chapter, I Present How Two Pop Cultural Sites—The

The short story “Nilda”, by Junot Diaz, depicts the ever changing and complicated inner workings of manhood through its two male characters, Yunior and Rafa. The characterization of the two lead to very different outcomes when considering how they both behave initially, and respond to social and emotional stimuli within the story. They both conform to stereotypes within the male gender, and sometimes attempt to escape that confine. Both Rafa and Yunior give the reader a unique insight into what it is like to become a man, and also the way society labels you in ways that may not always apply. The different areas of manhood discussed are both broad in range, yet specific in considering the consequence of each aspect. The range of actions discussed in the story also creates juxtaposition between the two brothers in the story. They are in a similar living and social situation, yet their respective outwardly demeanor and outlook on life is vastly different from one another.

In society, most people agree with the conservative value of males are the breadwinners and females are the homemakers. Within this film, the values of these roles are reversed, and we see more women showing masculinity or power and men showing more care and thought into these situations. Daniel and Miranda have switched conventional marriage gender roles in that Miranda is the stern, stressed and workaholic mother whereas Daniel is the happy, loving caretaker of the children. There are many scenes throughout the film in which it shows how the male and female roles have broken the stereotypical standards. For example, in the Court House scene where Daniel, the father and Miranda, the mother are in court over custody of their children. The females in this scene look stern,

The inclusion of queer identities into mainstream cultural productions involve the cultural subordination of homosexuality to heterosexuality through the reconstitution of queerness in a hetero image. The Kids Are All Right and The Fosters contribute to this discourse of subordination by projecting heterosexual gender roles onto an otherwise queer relationship. Difference of heterosexual gender roles are conceived of a male/female binary. Where Nic and Jules, and Stef and Lena act out heterosexual roles of masculine and feminine, their relationships replicate heterosexual patterns and become structured in normative heterosexual terms (Hammock 2009). This differential is grafted into the character’s same-sex relationships in both productions,

Society today places many ideals when it comes to proper behaviours regarding gender roles. These are considered societal norms that are widely debated and controversial. Society has created a norm, which encompasses specific expectations and rules that change the daily lives of men and women, giving them specific tasks and behaviours to abide by. These standards are known as gender roles, which are defined as distinguishing actions, thoughts, and feelings of males and females. Gender roles are said to be a result of nature, which is a natural process, every male or female is to follow. On the other hand it can be a result of nurture, which changes ones way of thinking and adapting their lifestyle to fit their environment. Either way gender roles are a part of someone’s life from the moment of their birth, as they develop, and long after that, this proves that gender roles are influential to a person’s life and development. This essay examines how media such as music, family life, and different parenting styles encompass gender roles and teaches behaviours regarding them. Therefore, gender roles define males and females are a result of nurture and not nature.

Another literary device Farrell employs in order to convince his audience of his opinion on male identity is an intellectual tone. Many people who write about male or female identity do it from a very subjective point of view. They discuss first hand experiences, use emotional rhetoric, and attempt to appeal to their audience through the use of pathos. These elements combine to make the tone of these pieces very affecting and personal, but in general can leave many readers behind for the same reasons. In Farrell’s essay the tone is designed to be intellectual and objective instead of emotional and subjective. By writing in this more formal and informative style, Farrell makes a very logical argument which is relatable and understandable by all people and not only those who have had similar experiences as the author, thus improving his message’s effectiveness.

In the realm of popular culture, depictions of femininity and masculinity serve as reflective mirrors of societal norms and evolving ideologies. Over the decades, these representations have undergone significant shifts, influenced by changing perceptions, attitudes, and gender dynamics. This shift can be seen in the iconic television series "Father Knows Best" and "Modern Family." Through the lens of gender theory, these comparable series begin to unravel how these depictions have evolved, considering factors such as societal progress, cultural shifts, and the challenge of traditional gender roles, presenting the transformative portrayal of feminine and masculine archetypes. The complex interplay between popular culture and the construction

In this family, there is no mother figure which already contradictories the typical image of a family, Mitchell Pritchett and Cameron Tucker are both the homosexual parents of their adopted baby, who is a girl. It’s conveying a family as people who are there for support and affection and not a hierarchy of arranged authority and roles. Furthermore, it’s exhibitting that there is no required genders to upbring a child. Cameron has a keen for theatricals, is stylish and really emotional as he set a ‘Lion King’ setting when introducing the baby and plans a painting of him and Mitchell with wings in order for Lily to feel protected. He also decides to be a stay-at-home dad to be closer and take care of Lily, their baby. This indicates that the gender roles has been defied with men acquiring the otherwise known as ‘women’ qualities and roles. His boyfriend, Mitchell, prefers to avoid conflicts and is not confrontational such as deciding to try and hide their news about their adopted baby, which is the opposite of what the perceived view on men are, however he is also very defensive about views on the homosexual people and will stand up publicly. Nevertheless, he is apprehensive about Lily, worrying about her lack of sleep showing that though he might be uptight at times, still cares a lot for his family. From this, it shows

Throughout the novel, notions of gender roles are persistently instructed into the younger characters’ cultural system repeatedly. This issue first arises

Motherhood rhetoric – this sub-topic of rhetoric is niche and specific, but it relates to several vaster areas of rhetoric that are constantly being practiced and discussed. Feminism, gender norms, and social constructs all play into motherhood rhetoric, and consequently, these different areas of rhetoric that shape motherhood rhetoric also play a major part in “Mommy Wars.” Mommy Wars rhetoric is exceedingly prevalent and divisive in today’s society. In this Special Topics of Rhetoric Project, I will be examining and exploring the ideas in several sources that help clarify these issues, and consequently, the entities that are perpetuating this harmful rhetoric in today’s mothers. In both online and in physical relationships and interactions, the Mommy Wars rhetoric that divides mothers is perpetuated largely by cultural norms, societal norms, and media involvement.

Culture is everywhere and is everything in the society. The society continues to create a variety of culture every day that appeals to the audience. Regardless, if it is nonmaterial or material, we as social beings continue to find popular culture amusing and appealing. Popular culture allows individuals to define who they are as many factors played a part in defining what individuals prefer in popular culture. This eventually leads to how individuals critique and criticize popular culture in society. In addition, popular culture illustrates the connections and relationships that are created from culture throughout history in the society. At the same time, popular culture reflects how the past influences its overall creation into the society.

This creates humour and shows the conflict of culture. Jules’s mother believes that she should act like any other ‘normal’ female teenager. Whilst Jules believes that her enjoyment in playing football is not shameful, her mother simply stereotypes showing conflict of cultures whilst creating humour. We see this in one particular scene where Jules and her mother are in a bra shop, and Jules’s mother is demonstrating each bra’s functions to her. Jules not paying attention ignores her mother’s ‘advertising’.

The first research entitled “The representation of gender roles in the media - An analysis of gender discourse in Sex and the City movies ” was constructed by Therese Ottosson and Xin Cheng in 2012.

What pops into your mind first when you think of popular culture in today’s day and age? The latest dirt on celebrities or the latest iPhone release? The latest controversial issue or the latest iTunes hit? Regardless, pop culture encompasses all four of these concepts and many more, which consume the world we live in each and every day. Think about education. At first thought, your mind may not make the connection between the newest Taylor Swift song and the highest ACT score, but the linkage between the two becomes undeniable when you dive deeper. Ponder this: each day millions of kids walk into school buildings across the United States, each of them glued to a little slice of pop culture, a.k.a. their phone. And each day these millions

Once upon a time there was a young prince named Peter and he was the prince of Egypt. when his father got sick he couldn’t take care of the kingdom anymore, it was his job to take over the kingdom but his father wanted him to find a wife so he wouldn’t have to do it alone other than the fact that he was only 16. So, he decided to go around the world to find a wife he needed oh so bad. He first started off in hawaii, Once he got there he realized how different it was from Egypt and realized he wasn’t dressed appropriately for it was less hot there and they spoke very fluent english for he can barely speak a paragraph “aloha” said the weird man looking man with a smile. Confused you turn to walk away, Until the man shouted “You must be Peter”

Popular culture is a term that holds various meanings depending on where it 's being defined and the context of its use. It is usually recognized as the language or people’s culture that prevails in a society at a point in time. As social researcher Brummett explains in his book “Rhetorical Dimensions of Popular Culture”, pop culture reflects the characteristics of social life, where the publicly are most actively involved. Popular culture is known as the ‘culture of the people’. This culture is determined by the interactions between people within their daily activities, for instance, dressing styles, use of language, greeting rituals and the ways that people behave in public, etc. are all examples of popular culture. Popular culture is also diverted by the mass media (Abbott and Sapsford, 1987).