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Whiskerology: the meaning of hair in colonial America

Late Night Live - Separate stories podcast

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Cultural Shifts in Male Hairstyles and Identity

This chapter examines the cultural significance of male hairstyles in American history, highlighting the shift from traditional short hair to the long hair popularized by figures like the Beatles. It also explores the portrayal of 19th-century Chinese immigrant men and the complex interplay of masculinity and cultural identity connected to their hairstyles.

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