Folklore and the Modern World

Professor Alan Dundes spoke about the study of folklore as an academic discipline. He emphasized that popular culture is as important, if no… read more

Professor Alan Dundes spoke about the study of folklore as an academic discipline. He emphasized that popular culture is as important, if not more important, than the elite culture of great writers, artists, and thinkers. He also examined how folklore still greatly influences popular attitudes in the 20th century, and provided numerous examples to help define folklore. After his prepared remarks, he took questions from the audience. close

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Program ID:
72361-1
Category:
Public Affairs Event
Format:
Speech
Location:
San Francisco, California, United States
First Aired:
Jun 08, 1996 | 7:57pm EDT | C-SPAN 1
Last Aired:
Jan 01, 1997 | 11:16pm EST | C-SPAN 2

Airing Details

  • Jun 08, 1996 | 7:57pm EDT | C-SPAN 1
  • Jun 08, 1996 | 11:00pm EDT | C-SPAN 1
  • Jun 09, 1996 | 8:00am EDT | C-SPAN 2
  • Sep 02, 1996 | 6:46pm EDT | C-SPAN 2
  • Sep 03, 1996 | 2:54am EDT | C-SPAN 1
  • Jan 01, 1997 | 8:00pm EST | C-SPAN 2
  • Jan 01, 1997 | 11:16pm EST | C-SPAN 2
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