". an entertaining yet deeply insightful discussion of the relationship between nihilism and popular culture." -- Choice (2012, 49:1) "Hibbs knows Hollywood--from its self-indulgent nihilism to its capacity of art that nourishes the soul. Shows about Nothing offers both a perceptive analysis of the artistic merits of a wide range of film and TV shows and a diagnosis of their cultural significance." --William Peter Blatty, author of The Exorcist and, most recently, Dimiter "The best way to understand the influence of Nietzsche on popular culture." -- Boundless Webzine "Hibbs entertains and enlightens. I would never have believed that an insightful discussion of the subtle relationships between nihilism, romanticism, and liberal individualism could be so hard to put down. Shows about Nothing is a profound page-turner.

" --Thomas Kelly, Associate Professor of Philosophy, Princeton University "Hibbs has a resplendent knowledge of, and a chagrined appreciation for, popular culture." -- Weekly Standard "Truly astounding and enlightening. This book is so rich in ideas that before finishing it, one will likely have made plans to read it again." --Doug McManaman . an entertaining yet deeply insightful discussion of the relationship between nihilism and popular culture. -- Choice The best way to understand the influence of Nietzsche on popular culture. -- Boundless Webzine.