Luvell Anderson
@luke-rage.bsky.social
Professor of Philosophy at the University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign, Podcaster: https://snl101.info/, Co-editor of The Oxford Handbook of Applied Philosophy of Language, andersonluvell.weebly.com
We discuss “Black Santa” and race, sentimentality, white guilt, and humor’s role in social critique, as well as the linguistic power of impressions.
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Episode 51: Ariana Grande (S51E09)
Podcast Episode · SNL101 · 01/16/2026 · 37m
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January 16, 2026 at 7:33 PM
We discuss “Black Santa” and race, sentimentality, white guilt, and humor’s role in social critique, as well as the linguistic power of impressions.
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We discuss how “Bachelorette Party Strippers” plays on the “soft boy” aesthetic and the complexity of masculinity. We also talk about how “Uber Eats Wrapped” can be used for a deep dive into memory, shame, data privacy, and self-perception.
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Episode 50: Josh O'Connor (S51E08)
Podcast Episode · SNL101 · 01/10/2026 · 27m
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January 11, 2026 at 3:16 PM
We discuss how “Bachelorette Party Strippers” plays on the “soft boy” aesthetic and the complexity of masculinity. We also talk about how “Uber Eats Wrapped” can be used for a deep dive into memory, shame, data privacy, and self-perception.
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the incomparable Marcus Wicker @poetmarcuswicker.bsky.social
I love the way this begins:
"Protected by contoured sunglasses, body armor, and Military Police shields stitched to their backs, the National Guard have come to combat crime at the Bass Pro Shop."
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I love the way this begins:
"Protected by contoured sunglasses, body armor, and Military Police shields stitched to their backs, the National Guard have come to combat crime at the Bass Pro Shop."
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A Bluff City Blues
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January 5, 2026 at 4:25 PM
the incomparable Marcus Wicker @poetmarcuswicker.bsky.social
I love the way this begins:
"Protected by contoured sunglasses, body armor, and Military Police shields stitched to their backs, the National Guard have come to combat crime at the Bass Pro Shop."
oxfordamerican.org/oa-now/a-blu...
I love the way this begins:
"Protected by contoured sunglasses, body armor, and Military Police shields stitched to their backs, the National Guard have come to combat crime at the Bass Pro Shop."
oxfordamerican.org/oa-now/a-blu...
We discuss Pentagon Press Conference Cold Open and Jost’s growing confidence as a performer, A Helping Hand and McCarthy’s dramatic range, and closely analyze Free Sample as a way to discuss fat humor, embodiment, loneliness, and attachment theory.
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S51 E07 Melissa McCarthy
We discuss Pentagon Press Conference Cold Open and Jost’s growing confidence as a performer, A Helping Hand and McCarthy’s dramatic range, and closely analyze Free Sample as a way to discuss fat hu…
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December 29, 2025 at 5:50 PM
We discuss Pentagon Press Conference Cold Open and Jost’s growing confidence as a performer, A Helping Hand and McCarthy’s dramatic range, and closely analyze Free Sample as a way to discuss fat humor, embodiment, loneliness, and attachment theory.
snl101.info/2025/12/15/s...
snl101.info/2025/12/15/s...
Reposted by Luvell Anderson
‘No Way To Prevent This,’ Says Only Nation Where This Regularly Happens https://theonion.com/no-way-to-prevent-this-says-only-nation-where-this-regularly-happens-3/
December 15, 2025 at 5:21 PM
‘No Way To Prevent This,’ Says Only Nation Where This Regularly Happens https://theonion.com/no-way-to-prevent-this-says-only-nation-where-this-regularly-happens-3/
Luvell explores “AI Photos” and concerns about AI ethics, memory, and “enshittification,” Charisse praises “Norwegian Movie” for illustrating cultivation theory, and Chuck highlights “Bob Army” for its choreography, queer slang, and playful stereotypes.
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S51 E06 Glen Powell
Luvell explores how “AI Photos” taps into concerns about AI ethics, memory, and “enshittification,” Charisse praises “Norwegian Movie” for illustrating cultivation theory and how media shapes perce…
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December 9, 2025 at 3:04 PM
Luvell explores “AI Photos” and concerns about AI ethics, memory, and “enshittification,” Charisse praises “Norwegian Movie” for illustrating cultivation theory, and Chuck highlights “Bob Army” for its choreography, queer slang, and playful stereotypes.
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Eddie Murphy is not simply a comedian: he is an artist capable of expressing himself through multiple media 🐐
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Being Eddie | Official Trailer | Netflix
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November 14, 2025 at 7:29 PM
Eddie Murphy is not simply a comedian: he is an artist capable of expressing himself through multiple media 🐐
www.youtube.com/watch?v=98xU...
www.youtube.com/watch?v=98xU...
Glaser’s Stand-Up Monologue —filled with taboo humor about rape, trafficking, and pedophilia—was a masterclass in “gross-out” comedy where Glaser targets herself rather than others.
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S51 E05: Nikki Glaser
Glaser’s Stand-Up Monologue —filled with taboo humor about rape, trafficking, and pedophilia—was a masterclass in “gross-out” comedy where Glaser targets herself rather than others.
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November 11, 2025 at 5:40 PM
Glaser’s Stand-Up Monologue —filled with taboo humor about rape, trafficking, and pedophilia—was a masterclass in “gross-out” comedy where Glaser targets herself rather than others.
snl101.info/2025/11/10/s...
snl101.info/2025/11/10/s...
We discuss how we could use “Missing Wives” in class to discuss the true crime genre, strategic use of archetypes in comedy, and using gendered dynamics in screenwriting
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S51 E04: Miles Teller
We discuss how we could use “Missing Wives” in class to discuss the true crime genre, strategic use of archetypes in comedy, and using gendered dynamics in screenwriting
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November 8, 2025 at 3:10 PM
We discuss how we could use “Missing Wives” in class to discuss the true crime genre, strategic use of archetypes in comedy, and using gendered dynamics in screenwriting
snl101.info/2025/11/08/s...
snl101.info/2025/11/08/s...
We talk about Emo Mom through the lens of liminality on both ends of adulthood, in adolescence and menopause, as well as gendered differences in aging, and representations of grief.
snl101.info/2025/10/18/s...
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S51E02: Amy Poehler
We talk about Emo Mom through the lens of liminality on both ends of adulthood, in adolescence and menopause, as well as gendered differences in aging, and representations of grief.
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October 27, 2025 at 6:10 PM
We talk about Emo Mom through the lens of liminality on both ends of adulthood, in adolescence and menopause, as well as gendered differences in aging, and representations of grief.
snl101.info/2025/10/18/s...
snl101.info/2025/10/18/s...
Enamored of the Abyss, by Garth Greenwell
On the place of affirmation in art
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October 25, 2025 at 3:56 PM
This iteration may have hit its stride, but may have underutilized Sabrina’s talents. We discuss Boys Podcast as well as Jost’s joke about Trump and Argentina.
snl101.info/2025/10/24/s...
snl101.info/2025/10/24/s...
S51 E03: Sabrina Carpenter
This iteration may have hit its stride, but may have underutilized Sabrina’s talents. We discuss Boys Podcast as well as Jost’s joke about Trump and Argentina.
snl101.info
October 24, 2025 at 8:37 PM
This iteration may have hit its stride, but may have underutilized Sabrina’s talents. We discuss Boys Podcast as well as Jost’s joke about Trump and Argentina.
snl101.info/2025/10/24/s...
snl101.info/2025/10/24/s...
In this season premiere episode hosted by Bad Bunny on October 4, 2025, we discuss the Pete Hegseth Cold Open and satirizing authoritarianism.
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snl101.info/2025/10/18/s...
S51 E01: Bad Bunny
In this season premiere episode hosted by Bad Bunny on October 4, 2025, we discuss the Pete Hegseth Cold Open and satirizing authoritarianism.
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October 18, 2025 at 3:51 PM
In this season premiere episode hosted by Bad Bunny on October 4, 2025, we discuss the Pete Hegseth Cold Open and satirizing authoritarianism.
snl101.info/2025/10/18/s...
snl101.info/2025/10/18/s...
Flashback to my 2022 London Lecture on Racial Realities
Is your reality - to some extent - determined by your race? What difference does race make in creating public policy?
In this London Lecture from 2022, Luvell Anderson @luke-rage.bsky.social discusses Racial Realities.
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#BlackHistoryMonth #philosophy
In this London Lecture from 2022, Luvell Anderson @luke-rage.bsky.social discusses Racial Realities.
Watch here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=QXoR...
#BlackHistoryMonth #philosophy
Luvell Anderson: Racial Realities
Words and Worlds: New Directions in the Philosophy of Language
The 2022/23 Royal Institute of Philosophy London Lecture Series
Early in the twentieth century, philosophy in the English-speaking…
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October 14, 2025 at 8:38 PM
Flashback to my 2022 London Lecture on Racial Realities
This is the kind of satirical approach that cuts through authoritarian rhetoric www.commondreams.org/opinion/trum...
Why Authoritarians Like Trump Are So Afraid of Humor | Common Dreams
When leaders veer toward authoritarian rhetoric, the satirist goes to work to make sure our public language does not get swallowed by the party line.
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October 14, 2025 at 8:01 PM
This is the kind of satirical approach that cuts through authoritarian rhetoric www.commondreams.org/opinion/trum...
still processing the news that one of my musical heroes has went on to the upper room. #RIPD'Angelo
October 14, 2025 at 4:37 PM
still processing the news that one of my musical heroes has went on to the upper room. #RIPD'Angelo
Thank you, Katy!
October 13, 2025 at 5:14 PM
Thank you, Katy!
In my latest piece, I write about satire's power to clarify our vision and deflate authoritarian rhetoric.
Satirical humor is one of the remaining glimmers of hope we have left in the fight against authoritarian rhetoric, says @luke-rage.bsky.social.
Why Authoritarians Like Trump Are So Afraid of Humor
When leaders veer toward authoritarian rhetoric, the satirist goes to work to make sure our public language does not get swallowed by the party line.
www.commondreams.org
October 12, 2025 at 2:26 PM
In my latest piece, I write about satire's power to clarify our vision and deflate authoritarian rhetoric.
The gang is back with a pre-game episode on Saturday Night Live's upcoming season! Check it out here:
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S50 E0: PREGAME
Charisse, Luvell, and Chuck get together before the premiere of SNL Season 50 to talk about hopes, dreams, and fears for the new season. We also discuss Farnsworth’s Dream, Bargatze’s o…
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October 4, 2025 at 2:06 PM
The gang is back with a pre-game episode on Saturday Night Live's upcoming season! Check it out here:
snl101.info/2025/10/04/s...
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