Rick and Morty: Are We All Turkey Soldiers?

The video explores how the TV show Rick and Morty satirizes American history and mythology, particularly focusing on Thanksgiving. It critiques the self-mythologizing nature of American culture, highlighting how symbols and rituals shape national identity. The episode uses humor to expose the absurdity of national myths and compares American mythmaking to that of other countries. It underscores the importance of myths in maintaining societal coherence and the potential destabilization when these myths are challenged.

What is the impact of the episode's portrayal of American presidents?

How does the episode reflect on the concept of civil religion in America?

How does the episode use humor to address serious social issues?

What does the episode suggest about the relationship between history and cultural mythmaking?