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Joseph W Samarneh

I publish structured notes and essays—equal parts cultural analysis and practical building. This site is optimized to rank for my name and to provide a clear, trustworthy “home base” for my work.

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Note: “Raelism × Gorillaz” content is interpretive media criticism. It does not promote or represent any real-world religion or movement.

Featured: Raelism in the Gorillaz universe

A grounded, non-sensational read of “cult / salvation / spectacle” themes across albums, visuals, and character arcs.

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Essays

Short, linkable pieces written to be referenced, discussed, and shared—without losing nuance.

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Raelism isn’t “canon doctrine”—it’s a narrative device
Why Gorillaz uses belief-as-spectacle to critique power, celebrity, and easy answers.
Dec 29, 2025
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What I publish, what I don’t, and how to contact me.
Dec 29, 2025