Matthew Mitchem teaches philosophy. A teacher, author, editor, and international lecturer in philosophy and media studies, Mitchem has presented research and commentary on topics ranging from advertising ideology in the world of political campaigns to the cultural implications of participatory video to online videos during the political uprisings of 2011. BA in philosophy and comparative religion, Miami University, 2001; MA in philosophy, Miami University, 2003; PhD in philosophy, European Graduate School in Switzerland, 2011. Online: www.mitchem.org.