South Park 101

The college boy couldn't be happier.  He's up in Santa Cruz, studying the intricacies of flatulence (a topic he's well acquainted with) and satire, as it pertains to "South Park" (a show he worships). If that's not higher education, what is?  For your enlightenment, I give you an excerpt from "Flatulence and Philosophy: A Lot of Hot Air, or the Corruption of Youth?" by William W. Young III.  Study it carefully. There will be a short quiz afterwards:

"In the episode 'Death,' Kyle’s mother leads a boycott of the boys’ favorite cartoon show – Terrance and Philip – because of its continuous farting, name-calling, and general potty humor. While the parents are up in arms over this 'moral' issue,the boys wrestle with the problem of euthanasia for Stan’s grandfather, something none of the parents will discuss with them. 'Death' brings together many of the central issues that have made South Park successful and controversial: vulgarity, the misplaced moral concerns of American culture, the discussion of controversial moral topics, and the criticism that South Park itself is a 'disgusting' show. Since 'Death' the criticism of the show has only grown – getting even bigger than Cartman’s fat ass – drawing fire for its obscene language, criticisms of religion, and emphasis upon freedom of speech."  Any questions?