History of rhetoric; rhetorical theory and criticism; theories of popular culture; cultural studies; critical theory; popular music; the role of theological form in popular and unpopular discourse, from the apocalyptic, occult, and paranormal to the mundane religiosity of the theory and "culture wars" in the humanities. Currently in pursuit of two, interrelated projects: (1) the integration of psychoanalysis and rhetorical/textual theory; and (2) a demonstration of the relevance and ubiquity of theological forms in public culture and daily life.