[Part 2] Criminological Theories with Examples from TV and Movies Artwork

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[Part 2] Criminological Theories with Examples from TV and Movies

August 10, 2020 • Rachel Means • Season 2 • Episode 1

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The best way to learn theories in criminology is through pop culture! In this episode, I discuss the following theories: Environmental Criminology, Routine Activities Theory, Rational Choice Theory, Social Bond Theory, Control Theory, Self-Control Theory, Modern Evolutionary Theory, Radical Theory of Criminology, Radical Theory of Feminist Criminology, Theory of African American Offending. I use examples from movies to help listeners conceptualize and fully understand each theory. Have fun!

Sources:
Cullen, F., Agnew, R., Wilcox, P. (2014). Criminological Theory: Past to Present (5th Edition). New York, NY: Oxford University Press.
Mentor, K. (2010). Radical Criminology. Critical Criminology. Retrieved from: http://critcrim.org/radical-criminology.htm