Somehow, it’s comforting to know as we move into 2010 that analysis of The Big Lebowski has moved into academic circles.

Of course, these emerging academic treatments have a ways to go before they can rival Rob Ager’s work on the film, the first installment of which can be viewed here.

Meanwhile, if you don’t mind some pretty salty language, enjoy the clip below of the Dude and his friends discussing what to do about his rug.

Happy New Year!