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Michael Jackson's Dream Lives On An Academic Conversation

Michael Jackson's Dream Lives On An Academic Conversation

By: Karin Merx and Elizabeth Amisu
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  • Episode 90 – An Academic Perspective on the Michael Biopic

    Episode 90 – An Academic Perspective on the Michael Biopic
    Apr 24 2026
    Abstract: In this episode, Elizabeth and Karin discuss the biopic Michael in relation to cinematography, narratives, acting, performance and more. REFERENCE AS: Merx, Karin, and Elizabeth Amisu. “Episode 90 – An Academic Perspective on the Michael Biopic” Podcast, Michael Jackson’s Dream Lives On: An Academic Conversation, 13 no. 3 (2026). Published electronically 24/04/26. https://michaeljacksonstudies.org/episode-90-an-academic-perspective-on-the-michael-biopic The Journal of Michael Jackson Academic Studies asks that you acknowledge The Journal of Michael Jackson Academic Studies as the source of our Content; if you use material from The Journal of Michael Jackson Academic Studies online, we request that you link directly to the stable URL provided. If you use our content offline, please credit the source as follows: “Courtesy of The Journal of Michael Jackson Academic Studies.” All content is copyright-protected. Any unauthorised reproduction, redistribution, or use for artificial intelligence, machine learning, or automated data collection is strictly prohibited. Episode 90 – An Academic Perspective on the Michael BiopicBy Elizabeth Amisu & Karin Merx Elizabeth Amisu, PGCE, MA, is editor of The Journal of Michael Jackson Academic Studies and author of The Dangerous Philosophies of Michael Jackson: His Music, His Persona, and His Artistic Afterlife. Find out more about Elizabeth here. Karin Merx, BMus, MA Art History, BA Cultural Philosophy, Classically trained Artist, Classically trained Musician, is editor of The Journal of Michael Jackson Academic Studies, and author of A festive parade of highlights. La Grande Parade as evaluation of the museum policy of Edy De Wilde at the Stedelijk Museum Amsterdam, published with academic publisher Eburon. Find out more about Karin here. Our References and Where to Easily Find Them: Elizabeth Amisu, The Dangerous Philosophies of Michael Jackson: His Music, His Persona, and His Artistic Afterlife (Bloomsbury, paperback 2023) https://www.bloomsbury.com/uk/dangerous-philosophies-of-michael-jackson-9798765123645/
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    54 mins
  • Episode 89 – How to Write an Academic Book Review

    Episode 89 – How to Write an Academic Book Review
    Feb 21 2026
    Abstract: In this episode, Elizabeth and Karin discuss how to write an academic book review in a rigorous manner. They discuss this based on the recent academic book review Karin wrote of Michael Jackson's Radical Aesthetic by Willa Stillwater. REFERENCE AS: Merx, Karin, and Elizabeth Amisu. “Episode 89 – How to Write an Academic Book Review” Podcast, Michael Jackson’s Dream Lives On: An Academic Conversation, 13 no. 3 (2026). Published electronically 21/02/26. https://michaeljacksonstudies.org/episode-89-how-to-write-an-academic-book-review The Journal of Michael Jackson Academic Studies asks that you acknowledge The Journal of Michael Jackson Academic Studies as the source of our Content; if you use material from The Journal of Michael Jackson Academic Studies online, we request that you link directly to the stable URL provided. If you use our content offline, please credit the source as follows: “Courtesy of The Journal of Michael Jackson Academic Studies.” All content is copyright-protected. Any unauthorised reproduction, redistribution, or use for artificial intelligence, machine learning, or automated data collection is strictly prohibited. Episode 89 – How to Write an Academic Book ReviewBy Elizabeth Amisu & Karin Merx Elizabeth Amisu, PGCE, MA, is editor of The Journal of Michael Jackson Academic Studies and author of The Dangerous Philosophies of Michael Jackson: His Music, His Persona, and His Artistic Afterlife. Find out more about Elizabeth here. Karin Merx, BMus, MA Art History, BA Cultural Philosophy, Classically trained Artist, Classically trained Musician, is editor of The Journal of Michael Jackson Academic Studies, and author of A festive parade of highlights. La Grande Parade as evaluation of the museum policy of Edy De Wilde at the Stedelijk Museum Amsterdam, published with academic publisher Eburon. Find out more about Karin here. Our References and Where to Easily Find Them: Karin Merx, 'Academic Book Review - Michael Jackson's Radical Aesthetic', The Journal of Michael Jackson Academic Studies, vol 12, 1 (https://michaeljacksonstudies.org/academic-book-review-michael-jacksons-radical-aesthetic/) Willa Stillwater, Michael Jackson's Radical Aesthetic, vol 1 & vol 2 (Routledge, 2026).
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    44 mins
  • Episode 88 – Past-Present-Future Book 8

    Episode 88 – Past-Present-Future Book 8
    Jan 21 2026
    Abstract: In this episode, Karin and Elizabeth go back to last year, discuss the present and give some insight into the future. We discuss the essays, podcast episodes and the columns published in the past year. REFERENCE AS: Merx, Karin, and Elizabeth Amisu. “Episode 88 – Past, Present, Future Book 8” Podcast, Michael Jackson’s Dream Lives On: An Academic Conversation, 13 no. 2 (2026). Published electronically 21/01/26. https://michaeljacksonstudies.org/episode-88-past-present-future-book-8 The Journal of Michael Jackson Academic Studies asks that you acknowledge The Journal of Michael Jackson Academic Studies as the source of our Content; if you use material from The Journal of Michael Jackson Academic Studies online, we request that you link directly to the stable URL provided. If you use our content offline, please credit the source as follows: “Courtesy of The Journal of Michael Jackson Academic Studies.” All content is copyright-protected. Any unauthorised reproduction, redistribution, or use for artificial intelligence, machine learning, or automated data collection is strictly prohibited. Episode 88 – Past, Present, Future Book 8By Elizabeth Amisu & Karin Merx Elizabeth Amisu, PGCE, MA, is editor of The Journal of Michael Jackson Academic Studies and author of The Dangerous Philosophies of Michael Jackson: His Music, His Persona, and His Artistic Afterlife. Find out more about Elizabeth here. Karin Merx, BMus, MA Art History, BA Cultural Philosophy, Classically trained Artist, Classically trained Musician, is editor of The Journal of Michael Jackson Academic Studies, and author of A festive parade of highlights. La Grande Parade as evaluation of the museum policy of Edy De Wilde at the Stedelijk Museum Amsterdam, published with academic publisher Eburon. Find out more about Karin here. Our References and Where to Easily Find Them: Karin Merx & Elizabeth Amisu, 'Michael Jackson's Dream Lives On: An Academic Conversation', The Journal of Michael Jackson Academic Studies, https://michaeljacksonstudies.org/podcasts/Kerry Hennigan, MJstudies Today, The Journal of Michael Jackson Academic Studies, https://michaeljacksonstudies.org/mj-studies-today/Discover the dangerous ideas behind his music, persona, and legacy in this online course, based on the acclaimed book The Dangerous Philosophies of Michael Jackson. Enrol today at: Teaching Michael Jackson Studies Online Course – https://onlineartseducation.co.uk/course/teaching-michael-jackson-studies-online-course/ Dangerous Philosophies of Michael Jackson Online Course – https://onlineartseducation.co.uk/course/dangerous-philosophies-of-michael-jackson-online-course/ Introduction to Michael Jackson Studies Online Course – https://onlineartseducation.co.uk/course/introduction-to-michael-jackson-studies-online-course/
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    47 mins
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