This paper utilizes the framework of "biological citizenship" (Rose & Novas, 2005) to explore how the characters navigate a society that grants rights based on biological health and productivity. Frank, as a disabled alcoholic, is the "abject"—a figure of disgust and waste—yet he survives by exploiting the very systems designed to rehabilitate him.
Season 1 of "Shameless" consists of 12 episodes and initially aired from January 9, 2011, to March 27, 2011. Here's a list of the episodes: index of shameless season 1 work
The first season of Shameless (US) is a gritty, darkly comedic introduction to the Gallagher family, living on the edge of poverty in Chicago’s South Side. It establishes the show's unique "survivalist" tone, where traditional morality takes a backseat to basic needs. The Foundation of Chaos Here's a list of the episodes: The first