Maui Smith, University of Pittsburgh, Author at Study Breaks

Illustration by Maya Vargas of a white woman painting her face a darker brown, or, blackfishing

Blackfishing and the Rise of the Culture-Appropriating White Girl

All over Instagram, white women are making themselves distinctly less white-looking in the latest movement of stealing from black women.…

April 15, 2020

Much like Amber and Barnett (pictured above), some of the contestants of "Love is Blind" found themselves troubled with a world set for dating-to-marry.

‘Love Is Blind’ and the Problem With Dating to Marry

Maui Smith, University of Pittsburgh

The dating reality series exaggerates the recent resurgence of dating with just marriage in mind — and shows why the mindset is rarely successful. …

April 10, 2020

In an article discussing how Tumblr single-handledy both harmed and uplifted a community of LGBT+ individuals, the Tumblr icon is seen displayed against a rainbow back drop with open palms below it and a fist above the icon.

The Duality of Tumblr: How It Harmed and Uplifted The LGBT+ Community

Maui Smith, University of Pittsburgh

Tumblr's toxic, overly inclusive environment might be embarrassing in hindsight, but it was a pioneer for safe spaces for LGBT+ people on the internet.…

March 24, 2020

How Animal Crossing Became Beloved by Young Adults Worldwide

Maui Smith, University of Pittsburgh

This childhood series remains important to its older fanbase ahead of the release of a new game.…

March 16, 2020

Cancel Culture Is a Myth and No One Is Here For It

Maui Smith, University of Pittsburgh

Accountability isn’t a witch hunt.…

March 7, 2020

In an article about the show The Boondocks, an illustration of a raised fist and a hand doing a peace sign

‘The Boondocks’ Is Everything Right About Satire and What It Can Teach

Maui Smith, University of Pittsburgh

A lesson in politics and the diverse experience of the black American.…

February 28, 2020

illustration of four black men modeling men's fashion

Gay Black Men Are Saving Men’s Fashion

Maui Smith, University of Pittsburgh

A revolution in style is taking place, and it's reframing how we understand masculinity.…

February 20, 2020

Illustration of Marsha P. Johnson, an important figure in black LGBT+ history

Forgotten Voices: An Exploration of Black LGBT+ History

Maui Smith, University of Pittsburgh

Celebrating the rich and diverse background of Black History month, the LGBT+ community has not forgotten some of their most influential figures.…

February 14, 2020

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Blackfishing and the Rise of the Culture-Appropriating White Girl

‘Love Is Blind’ and the Problem With Dating to Marry

The Duality of Tumblr: How It Harmed and Uplifted The LGBT+ Community

How Animal Crossing Became Beloved by Young Adults Worldwide

Cancel Culture Is a Myth and No One Is Here For It

‘The Boondocks’ Is Everything Right About Satire and What It Can Teach

Gay Black Men Are Saving Men’s Fashion

Forgotten Voices: An Exploration of Black LGBT+ History

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