Armpit Intellectuals
Armpit Intellectuals
Zahra and Bilal
Ep. 26: Hegemony at the Dhaba: Gramsci, Pakistan, and Mental Wigs
18 minutes Posted Feb 7, 2026 at 11:42 pm.
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In this episode of Armpit Intellectuals, we dissect the complex ideas of Antonio Gramsci, an Italian Marxist whose theory of cultural hegemony explains why common sense often reflects elite interests.

We explore how Gramsci's theories on civil and political society, passive revolution, and subaltern studies reveal the enduring influence of colonial structures in post-colonial societies.

Tune in for a deep dive into how power dynamics shape our everyday realities, and discover ways to counteract these influences through culture, humour, and critical thinking.

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