Michael Jackson's Dream Lives On

Abstract: In Part 2: 8 Years - 8 Short Films, Karin and Elizabeth discuss The Way You Make Me Feel and Speed Demon. Also Happy Birthday to our Journal (3 years) and to Elizabeth (30 years). REFERENCE AS: Merx, Karin, and Elizabeth Amisu. “Episode 27 – Part 2: 8 Years, 8 Short Films” Michael Jackson’s Dream Lives On: An Academic Conversation 4, no. 1 (2017). Published electronically 21/07/17. http://michaeljacksonstudies.org/episode-27/ 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, we ask that you credit the source as follows: “Courtesy of The Journal of Michael Jackson Academic Studies.” Episode 27 – Part 2: 8 Years - 8 Short Films by Karin Merx & Elizabeth Amisu Karin Merx BMus, MA, is editor of The Journal of Michael Jack

Abstract: This year on June 25, we remember Michael Jackson. It is already 8 years ago that he passed away. In this episode, and the next three, Karin and Elizabeth discuss 8 short films of Michael Jackson. In this episode they talk about Can You Feel It  and Beat It short films. REFERENCE AS: Merx, Karin, and Elizabeth Amisu. “Episode 26 – Part 1: 8 Years - 8 Short Films” Michael Jackson’s Dream Lives On: An Academic Conversation 4, no. 1 (2017). Published electronically 21/06/17. http://michaeljacksonstudies.org/episode-26/ 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, we ask that you credit the source as follows: “Courtesy of The Journal of Michael Jackson Academic Studies.” Episode 26 - Part 1: 8 Years - 8 Short Films b

Abstract: Invincible and the order of the songs. Karin and Elizabeth, discuss the last studio album of Michael Jackson, Invincible. The main question is: Is there a specific order in the way Michael Jackson assembled the songs on his album Invincible, and to what extend do they have a relation to the various colours used on the cd covers and/or the portrait? REFERENCE AS: Merx, Karin, and Elizabeth Amisu. “Episode 25 – The order of the songs of Michael Jackson's last album Invincible” Michael Jackson’s Dream Lives On: An Academic Conversation 4, no. 1 (2017). Published electronically 21/05/17. http://michaeljacksonstudies.org/episode-25/ 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, we ask that you credit the source as follows

Abstract: In this brand new episode, Karin and Elizabeth, analyse Michael Jackson's short film Who is It. The main question is: To what extent can 'Who is It' give us insight into Gender, Race & Sexuality other than the betrayal of a man by a woman? REFERENCE AS: Merx, Karin, and Elizabeth Amisu. “Episode 24 – Analysing Who is It according to the underlying message about Gender, Race & Sexuality” Michael Jackson’s Dream Lives On: An Academic Conversation 4, no. 1 (2017). Published electronically 30/04/17. http://michaeljacksonstudies.org/episode-24/ 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, we ask that you credit the source as follows: “Courtesy of The Journal of Michael Jackson Academic Studies.” Episode 24 – Analysing

Abstract: In this episode, Karin and Elizabeth, discuss Michael Jackson as an actor. The focus on his life, performance, film and how he was able, and what he used to play his audience. REFERENCE AS: Merx, Karin, and Elizabeth Amisu. “Episode 23 – Michael Jackson as an Actor" Michael Jackson’s Dream Lives On: An Academic Conversation 3, no. 4 (2017). Published electronically 7/03/17. http://michaeljacksonstudies.org/episode-23/ 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, we ask that you credit the source as follows: “Courtesy of The Journal of Michael Jackson Academic Studies.” Episode 23 - Michael Jackson as an Actor by Karin Merx & Elizabeth Amisu It is important to understand that Michael Jackson was taught from a youn

Abstract: In this episode, Karin, Elizabeth, and guest Ivana Recmanova discuss topics and articles of international Michael Jackson research. They talk about research from the Biblical, Philosophical, Gender and posthumous perspectives. REFERENCE AS: Merx, Karin, and Elizabeth Amisu. “Episode 22 – Michael Jackson in International Research" Michael Jackson’s Dream Lives On: An Academic Conversation 3, no. 4 (2017). Published electronically 7/02/17. http://michaeljacksonstudies.org/episode-22/ 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, we ask that you credit the source as follows: “Courtesy of The Journal of Michael Jackson Academic Studies.” Episode 22 - International Michael Jackson Research By Karin Merx, Elizabeth Amis

Abstract: What has the Journal accomplished in 2016? And that all-important question, where is it going next? In the words of the King of Pop himself, ‘every day create your history, every path you take you’re leaving your legacy’. In this episode we talk about the past, the present and the future of The Journal of Michael Jackson Academic Studies online.  REFERENCE AS: Merx, Karin, and Elizabeth Amisu. “Episode 21 – 2016 Recap: Past, Present and Future Book 2.” Podcast, Michael Jackson’s Dream Lives On: An Academic Conversation 3, no. 3 (2017). Published electronically 7/01/17. http://michaeljacksonstudies.org/episode21/ 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, we ask that you credit the source as follows: “Courtesy of T

Abstract: This episode is about Michael Jackson and the Egyptian ruler, Cleopatra. Karin and Elizabeth discuss Michael Jackson's personal art collection, his personal and creative interest in Cleopatra, and the representation of high-status black people in western culture. To expand your knowledge on this topic take our Michael Jackson & Black History Online Course. Take one of our 17 Michael Jackson Courses here today: www.onlineartseducation.co.uk Use the coupon code HOLIDAYS and receive 10% off at the checkout until December 24th! Merx, Karin, and Elizabeth Amisu. ‘Episode 20 – Michael Jackson & Cleopatra” Podcast, Michael Jackson’s Dream Lives On: An Academic Conversation 3, no. 3 (2016). Published electronically 07/12/16. http://michaeljacksonstudies.org/episode-20 Episode 20 – Michael Jackson & Cleopatra By Karin Merx & Elizabeth Amisu Michael Jackson was very educated. Cleopatra's shifting images were no surprise to him. -Elizabeth Amisu Karin Merx BMus, MA, is editor of The Journal of Michae

Abstract: This episode is a celebration of Michael Jackson's 1991 album, Dangerous, which has its 25th anniversary this month. Karin, Elizabeth, and special guest, author Andy Healy discuss Michael Jackson’s 1992 publication, Dancing the Dream: Poems & Reflections. The three researchers draw new conclusions inspired by the chapter, 'On Michael Jackson's Dancing the Dream' in Elizabeth's Dangerous Philosophies of Michael Jackson, and consider all the facets of this amazing release. To expand your knowledgeon this topic take the Michael Jackson's Dangerous Online Video Course at just $32, with 14 videos, 6 lessons and a certificate. REFERENCE AS: Merx, Karin, and Elizabeth Amisu. ‘Episode 19 – Dancing the Dream” Podcast, Michael Jackson’s Dream Lives On: An Academic Conversation 3, no. 3 (2016). Published electronically 07/11/16. http://michaeljacksonstudies.org/episode19 The Journal of Michael Jackson Academic Studies asks that you acknowledge The Journal of Michael Jackson Academic Studies as the sourc

Abstract: In this Halloween (2016) episode Karin and Elizabeth discuss Michael Jackson’s 1997 short film, 'Ghosts'. Going into amazing detail on the film-making, cinematography, acting, and many of the hidden social and political ideas which lurk beneath the surface. They also discuss the theme of transformation in Jackson's work, including 'Thriller'. REFERENCE AS: Merx, Karin, and Elizabeth Amisu. 'Episode 18 – Halloween Special: 'Ghosts'' Podcast, Michael Jackson’s Dream Lives On: An Academic Conversation 3, no. 2 (2016). Published electronically 30/10/16. http://michaeljacksonstudies.org/halloween/. 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, we ask that you credit the source as follows: “Courtesy of The Journal of Micha

Abstract: In this seventeenth episode Karin and Elizabeth discuss the academic essay '‘The Isle Is Full Of Noises’: Revisiting The Peter Pan Of Pop', which Elizabeth wrote in 2014, while researching and writing The Dangerous Philosophies of Michael Jackson: His Music, His Persona, and His Artistic Afterlife. Elizabeth also answers questions asked by followers of @MJAS29 on Twitter. REFERENCE AS: Merx, Karin, and Elizabeth Amisu. “Episode 17 – The Isle is Full of Noises” Podcast, Michael Jackson’s Dream Lives On: An Academic Conversation 3, no. 2 (2016). Published electronically 07/10/16. http://michaeljacksonstudies.org/episode-17/. 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, we ask that you credit the source as follows: “Co

Abstract: This sixteenth episode is an exclusive celebration of the release of  The Dangerous Philosophies of Michael Jackson: His Music, His Persona, and His Artistic Afterlife,  which is released today, 30th September, 2016. In this last interview of the series with the author Elizabeth Amisu, editor of The Journal of Michael Jackson Academic Studies, Karin asks several questions about the process of becoming published with a mass-market academic publisher, and Elizabeth also answers questions from official @MJAS29 journal Twitter followers. REFERENCE AS: Merx, Karin, and Elizabeth Amisu. "Episode 16 – A Celebration of the Book Release of The Dangerous Philosophies of Michael Jackson" Podcast, Michael Jackson's Dream Lives On: An Academic Conversation 3, no. 1 (2016). Published electronically 30/9/16. http://michaeljacksonstudies.org/episode-16/. 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 yo

Abstract: This exclusive episode, the first of Season 3, was recorded at Kingvention on September 10, 2016. Kingvention is Europe's biggest Michael Jackson Convention, which took place at Victoria, Central London, at the Victoria Suites of the Park Plaza Hotel. Karin and Elizabeth were exhibitors at Kingvention and recorded this live show with appearances from guests, Mike Smallcombe, Alana, a wonderful fan and twitter-follower at @MJAS29, and MJ Studies Online Course scholar, Nicole. They also discuss the third section of Elizabeth's academic book, The Dangerous Philosophies of Michael Jackson: His Music, His Persona, and His Artistic Afterlife. The prizewinners of the Massive Kingvention Giveaway are announced at the end of this episode. REFERENCE AS: Merx, Karin, and Elizabeth Amisu. "Episode 15 - MJAS Exclusive: Live from Kingvention 2016." Podcast, Michael Jackson's Dream Lives On: An Academic Conversation 3, no. 1 (2016). Published electronically 13/9/16. http://michaeljacksonstudies.org/episode-15/.

Abstract: This fourteenth episode is about Michael Jackson's HIStory album. On the 7th September in 1996 Jackson started his HIStory World Tour in Letna Prague, Czech Republic. Karin and Elizabeth’s conversation explores the many ways in which Michael Jackson was aware of, knowledgeable about, and concerned with the subject of history, and how he used this in his work. They discuss the teaser trailer, various tracks, and the problematic nature of the way we think about history, as well as the song, Little Susie, and Elizabeth's upcoming book, The Dangerous Philosophies of Michael Jackson: His Music, His Persona, and His Artistic Afterlife. REFERENCE AS: Merx, Karin, and Elizabeth Amisu. "Episode 14 - Michael Jackson's 'History'." Podcast, Michael Jackson's Dream Lives On: An Academic Conversation 3, no. 1 (2016). Published electronically 7/9/16. http://michaeljacksonstudies.org/episode-14-michael-jacksons-history/. The Journal of Michael Jackson Academic Studies asks that you acknowledge The Journal of

Abstract: This thirteenth episode is a celebration of Michael Jackson's 58th birthday. Karin and Elizabeth's conversation explores Michael Jackson and Afrocentricity, the predominantly American study of the history of black Africa. They discuss the many ways in which Michael Jackson was aware of, knowledgeable about, and proud of his African-American heritage, and how throughout his career, he gave a strong message in his work about black history in a variety of ways. They also discuss the following eight songs: Bad, Liberian Girl, Remember the Time, Jam, Black or White, Keep the Faith, They Don't Care About Us, History. REFERENCE AS: Merx, Karin, and Elizabeth Amisu. "Episode 13 – MJAS Exclusive: Michael Jackson 58th Birthday: MJ & Afrocentricity." Podcast, Michael Jackson's Dream Lives On: An Academic Conversation 3, no. 1 (2016). Published electronically 29/08/16. http://michaeljacksonstudies.org/episode-13/. The Journal of Michael Jackson Academic Studies asks that you acknowledge The Journal of Mi

Abstract: This twelfth episode stands in the light of the MJ Academy and the forthcoming book of Elizabeth Amisu, editor of The Journal of Michael Jackson Academic Studies. Karin has Elizabeth as her guest to interview her on The Dangerous Philosophies of Michael Jackson: His Music, His Persona, and His Artistic Afterlife. They talk about the critical essay in the book, the process of writing, the sources Elizabeth used for her research, section one of the book 'Art as Life', and the brand new course Teaching Michael Jackson Studies. REFERENCE AS: Merx, Karin, and Elizabeth Amisu. "Episode 12 - MJ Academy: 'The Dangerous Philosophies' Pt. 2." Podcast, Michael Jackson's Dream Lives On: An Academic Conversation 3, no. 1 (2016). Published electronically 07/08/16. http://michaeljacksonstudies.org/episode-12/. 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

Abstract: This eleventh episode stands in the light of the forthcoming book of Elizabeth Amisu, editor of The Journal of Michael Jackson Academic Studies. Karin has Elizabeth as her guest to interview her on The Dangerous Philosophies of Michael Jackson: His Music, His Persona, and His Artistic Afterlife. They talk about how an idea became a book, the model it is based on, and Elizabeth gives a brief overview of some of the chapters in the book. REFERENCE AS: Merx, Karin, and Elizabeth Amisu. "Episode 11 – Author & Text: 'The Dangerous Philosophies of Michael Jackson' Pt. 1." Podcast, Michael Jackson's Dream Lives On: An Academic Conversation 2, no. 4 (2016). Published electronically 07/07/16. http://michaeljacksonstudies.org/episode-11-the-dangerous-philosophies-of-michael-jackson-part-1/. 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 Academi

Abstract: This tenth episode stands in the light of Michael Jackson's anniversary, seven years after his death. In this MJAS Exclusive, Elizabeth and Karin are joined by guest, fellow academic and author, Joseph Vogel, to discuss the seventh song of the seven adult solo albums of Michael Jackson. They explore the symbolism of the number seven and the meaning of this number for Jackson personally, as well as how, after seven years Jackson's representation has evolved in surprising ways. They also discuss how Jackson is viewed both academically and culturally. REFERENCE AS: Merx, Karin, Elizabeth Amisu, and Joseph Vogel. "Episode 10 – MJAS Exclusive: 7 Albums, 7 Songs, 7 Years (with Dr. Joe Vogel)." Podcast, Michael Jackson's Dream Lives On: An Academic Conversation 2, no. 4 (2016). Published electronically 24/06/16. http://michaeljacksonstudies.org/episode-10-mjas-exclusive-7-albums-7-songs-7-years/. The Journal of Michael Jackson Academic Studies asks that you acknowledge The Journal of Michael Jackso

Abstract: In this ninth episode, part II of the MJAS Exclusive, Elizabeth and Karin and their guests, fellow academics, Lisha McDuff and Roberta Meek, continue the discussion on Michael Jackson’s art, resonance and cultural impact alongside the late musician, Prince. REFERENCE AS: Merx, Karin, Elizabeth Amisu, Roberta Meek, and Lisha McDuff. "Episode 9 – MJAS Exclusive: Michael Jackson & Prince Part II (with Lisha Mcduff & Roberta Meek)." Podcast, Michael Jackson's Dream Lives On: An Academic Conversation 2, no. 3 (2016). Published electronically 7/06/16. http://michaeljacksonstudies.org/episode-9-7-6-2016-mjas-exclusive-michael-jackson-prince-part-ii/. 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, we ask that you credit the s

Abstract: In this eighth episode, an MJAS Exclusive, Elizabeth and Karin are joined by guests, fellow academics, Lisha McDuff and Roberta Meek, to discuss Michael Jackson's art, resonance and cultural impact alongside the late musician, Prince. In the first of two podcast episodes, we delve into facets of Jackson and Prince that you may never have thought of before, offering new perspectives on their careers and their posthumous reception. REFERENCE AS: Merx, Karin, Elizabeth Amisu, Roberta Meek, and Lisha McDuff. "Episode 8 – MJAS Exclusive: Michael Jackson & Prince Part I (with Lisha Mcduff & Roberta Meek)." Podcast, Michael Jackson's Dream Lives On: An Academic Conversation2, no. 3 (2016). Published electronically 28/05/16. http://michaeljacksonstudies.org/episode-8-28516-mjas-exclusive-michael-jackson-prince-part-i/. 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 fr