Willie Oleson: Jonathan Gilbert's Legacy on Little House

ByNoreen

Exploring the career and impact of actor Jonathan Gilbert, specifically his portrayal of Willie Oleson on the long-running television series Little House on the Prairie, offers a fascinating study of a child actor’s experience and the lasting influence of a singular role. This involves analyzing both the on-screen portrayal of Willie and its reception, along…

The Life & Legacy of G. H. LaPiere

ByNoreen

Gilbert Hartmann LaPiere (1900-1984) was a prominent American social psychologist best known for his groundbreaking research on the discrepancy between attitudes and behaviors. His 1934 study on the attitudes and behaviors of business owners toward Chinese Americans challenged the prevailing assumption that attitudes directly predict behavior. This pivotal work highlighted the complex interplay of social…