Be mindful of the “lived experience fallacy” and its cousin, “those who are closest to the problem are in the best position to change it”

Occasionally I hear and see the comment (also known as approach,…

Contextualizing the publication of my ROUTLEDGE HANDBOOK OF STREET CULTURE

Despite its 2021 publication date, almost four months have passed…

Gimme Shelter? Examining the temporary structures that restaurants have built for outdoor dining during COVID-19

COVID-19 has had numerous effects at home and abroad. Lives…

Why writing well is important for Criminal Justice Practitioners

There are numerous ways that criminal justice practitioners can…

Why developing a literacy of graffiti and street art is important

If you see or interpret graffiti and street art only through…