The Norse Pagan revival in music: A network analysis of Wardruna’s environment on Spotify

Dr. Burgert Senekal, University of the Free State

Ensovoort, volume 45 (2024), number 09: 1

Abstract

This study examines the Norse Pagan revival in music, focusing on the Norwegian musical project Wardruna and its network on the streaming platform Spotify. …

Tracing the origins of the oldest song in the Germanic languages: A discussion of “In Maidjan” by Heilung

Dr. Burgert Senekal, University of the Free State

Ensovoort, volume 45 (2024), number 08: 1

Abstract

Heilung forms part of a new group of folk music bands, along with Wardruna, that straddles the divide between folk music and metal, all …

The origin of the Afrikaner: A genetic prehistory and contemporary traces

Dr. Burgert Senekal, University of the Free State

Ensovoort, volume 44 (2023), number 11: 3

Abstract

The study of European populations has a long history, with scholars tracing the movements of peoples and cultures for centuries. However, recent advances in …

“Tell me about the Afrikaner”: A view of the Afrikaner through an analysis of ChatGPT’s responses

Dr. Burgert Senekal, University of the Free State

Ensovoort, volume 44 (2023), number 11: 2

Abstract

Released in late 2022, ChatGPT showcased the extent of technological advances in terms of natural language generation through Large Language Models (LLMs). Trained on …

Novelty and tradition in the Terminator films

Dr. Burgert Senekal, Universiteit van die Vrystaat.

Ensovoort, volume 43 (2022), nommer 10: 3

Abstract

The Terminator films are some of the most widely known Hollywood films and their releases span more than three decades. In each film, directors attempted …

‘Famous vir apartheid, rugby en gekskeer’: Die beeld van die Afrikaner op Instagram

Titel: ‘Famous vir apartheid, rugby en gekskeer’: Die beeld van die Afrikaner op Instagram
Dr. Burgert Senekal, Universiteit van die Vrystaat.

Ensovoort, volume 43 (2022), nommer 10: 2

Opsomming

Die begrip Afrikaner het oor die afgelope drie eeue verskillende betekenisse …

From pen and paper to Artificial Intelligence: A history of network science

Title: From pen and paper to Artificial Intelligence: A history of network science.

Dr. Burgert Senekal, University of the Free State.

Ensovoort, volume 43 (2022), number 7: 1

Abstract

Network science usually traces its roots to the 1700s, but it …

Carrying Von Bertalanffy’s baton: Systems, complexity and network science, Part 2

Title: Carrying Von Bertalanffy’s baton: Systems, complexity and network science, Part 2
Author: Dr. Burgert Senekal, University of the Free State.
Ensovoort, volume 42 (2021), number 6: 1

Abstract

Ludwig von Bertalanffy wrote extensively on General Systems Theory (GST) and …

Carrying Von Bertalanffy’s baton: Systems, complexity and network science, Part 1

Title: Carrying Von Bertalanffy’s baton: Systems, complexity and network science, Part 1
Author: Dr. Burgert Senekal, University of the Free State.
Ensovoort, volume 42 (2021), number 5: 3

Abstract

Ludwig von Bertalanffy formulated his General Systems Theory (GST) shortly after …

The blue-eyed devil rapists: An exploration of the discourse on Twitter around land thieves in a South African context

Title: The blue-eyed devil rapists: An exploration of the discourse on Twitter around land thieves in a South African context
Author: Dr. Burgert Senekal, University of the Free State.
Ensovoort, volume 41 (2020), number 7: 1

Abstract

In recent years, …