It's Been a Minute Kill your daddies? TV's obsession with patricide
Dec 30, 2024
Inkoo Kang, a staff writer at The New Yorker, joins the conversation to explore the compelling trend of patricide in modern television. They dissect shows like HBO's 'Industry' and FX's 'The Bear,' pondering why audiences revel in the demise of flawed father figures. The discussion dives into how these narratives reflect societal anxieties about patriarchy and family dynamics. Moreover, they examine the complex interplay of identity, generational trauma, and the quest for empowerment in today’s storytelling.
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Intro
00:00 • 4min
Cultural Constructs: The Fascination with Flawed Father Figures
04:25 • 3min
Exploring the Theme of Father Figures in Television Narratives
07:23 • 3min
Examining Patricide and Cycles of Abuse in Television
10:44 • 4min
Exploring Patricide in Television: Illusions of Power and Change
14:59 • 6min