Behind the Smile: Dr. Jeff Preston on the Joker and Mental Health in Batman Films

Send us Fan MailIn this compelling episode of Twenty-First Century Disability, we welcome Dr. Jeff Preston, a distinguished professor of Disability Studies at Western University. Dr. Preston discusses his insightful research on the depiction of mental health issues through the narratives of the Joker character in Batman films and examines themes of mental health and masculinity through the lens of popular television. His expertise sheds light on how these portrayals reflect and shape societal attitudes towards mental health and disability.Follow Jeff onVisit Jeff's Website: https://jeffpreston.ca/Instagram: @jeffprestonFacebook: Jeff PrestonBluesky: @jeffpreston.bsky.socialLinkedIn: Jeff PrestonFollow Jeff's Podcast:Instagram: @invalidcultureListen To Invalid CultureSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1KEATOUSnZFXPVT06ECnfu?si=831723f6e79c4612Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/invalid-culture/id1586006220- Connect with us on social media to share your thoughts about this episode.     Instagram: @21stcenturydisabilityFacebook: Twenty-First Century DisabilityBluesky: @21centdisability.bsky.socialTikTok: @21stcenturydisabilityLinkedIn: Hollis Peirce- Use the hashtag #21stCenturyDisability to join the discussion online.Subscribe to our newsletter for updates on upcoming episodes and events by clicking here: https://www.21stcenturydisability.com/contact!