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Through popular culture, we can define, explore and experiment with our identities. This vibrant text provides an understanding of popular culture in a globalized world through the intersection of sociology and cultural studies, combining cultural theory with a wide range of examples from everyday life, from fashion to social networking and music.

Cover Page -- Half Title Page -- Title Page -- Copyright Page -- Contents -- Foreword -- Introduction -- Chapter 1: Popular Culture and Globalization -- 1. Globalization of Pop Culture Does Not Reduce Real Differences -- 2. Venezuela Enacted Laws to Make Its Music More Local and Diverse -- 3. In India, Globalization Creates Growth of Popular Religiosity -- 4. Australian Popular Culture Is Diminished by Americanization -- 5. Japan Is Replacing America as a Force for Pop Culture Globalization -- 6. Global Pop Culture Must Adapt to Local Conditions -- Periodical Bibliography -- Chapter 2: Popular Culture and Intellectual Property Rights -- 1. In New Zealand, a New Download Law Is Unfair and Unworkable -- 2. In New Zealand, the New Download Law Will Benefit Consumers and Musicians -- 3. China Would Benefit from Stronger Intellectual Property Laws -- 4. China and India Would Not Benefit from Stronger Intellectual Property Laws -- 5. Poland's Copyright Laws Allow Sampling -- 6. Video Game Piracy Can Teach Game Manufacturers Important Lessons -- Periodical Bibliography -- Chapter 3: Popular Culture and Censorship -- 1. In Iran, Technology Is Subverting Censorship of Western Pop Culture -- 2. Thailand Should Not Censor Films on Controversial Issues -- 3. Censorship in Zimbabwe Hinders Local Musicians -- 4. In the United States, Viewing Manga Depicting Child Pornography Should Not Be Illegal -- 5. Jamaican Dancehall Performers Who Espouse Homophobia Should Be Prevented from Performing in Canada -- 6. National Socialist Black Metal Should Not Be Sold Through Mainstream Outlets -- Periodical Bibliography -- Chapter 4: Popular Culture's Impact on Attitudes -- 1. American Television Shows Undermine Christian Beliefs -- 2. Television Does Not Encourage Obesity -- 3. Western Pornography and Culture Encourage Genital Plastic Surgery Among Women