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Jughead Jones and Toxic Masculinity in CW’s ‘Riverdale’

Rishi Patel, University of Iowa

Anyone with fond memories of Cody Martin, look away.…

February 15, 2019

‘The Prodigy’ Marries Psychological Horror with a Thrilling Premise

Brandon Scott, University of New Hampshire

They grow up so fast!…

February 14, 2019

‘Siempre Bruja,’ Netflix’s Afro-Latina Witch Series, Lacks Magic

Dorielys Cruz, University of Texas at San Antonio

Representation is important, but so are plot and other screenwriting basics.…

February 13, 2019

The Moral Case Against Family Vloggers

Anna Sutherland, American University

When cash is involved, child exploitation becomes very easy.…

February 13, 2019

AssignCode.com Review: Improve Your Programming Knowledge in a Flash

Daniel Reed

If you need coding help in a pinch, there's an easy solution.…

February 13, 2019

‘How To Train Your Dragon: The Lost World’ Offers a Sentimental, Tear-Brimming Goodbye

Amanda Pfender, Gateway Technical College

Get ready for one last ride with Hiccup and Toothless.…

February 12, 2019

Welcome to the Hyper-Specific, Hyper-Ironic World of Niche Memes

Sarah Diggins, Ithaca College

Relatability, reengineered.…

February 12, 2019

Squeamish or Strong-Stomached, You Should Be Watching ‘Dr. Pimple Popper’

Grace John, Rutgers University

Come for the pops, stay for the tear-filled moments of beauty.…

February 11, 2019

The Slow, Sad Decline of ‘SpongeBob SquarePants’

Scott Williamson, Florida Atlantic University

The once-iconic series is hardly recognizable today.…

February 11, 2019

How Latoya Shauntay Snell Is Reshaping the Fitness Industry

Michaela Shea-Gander, Denison University

The plus-sized runner is breaking fitness norms one marathon (and ultramarathon) at a time.…

February 10, 2019

The 3 Best Characters in ‘Blue Bloods,’ Hands Down

Shannon Margineanu, St. Petersburg College

One Reagan to rule them all.…

February 9, 2019

Before Netflix Releases ‘Shadow and Bone,’ You Should Read ‘Six of Crows’

Ben Garcia, Hope International University

The Grishaverse awaits.…

February 9, 2019

Kal Penn Is Only Serious About Two Things: Acting and Politics

Megan Mehta, University of Illinois at Chicago

The multitalented Indian American was incorporating activism into his acting long before it was cool.…

February 9, 2019

How to Prank Your Significant Other, According to Whealth by Slaiman

Rishi Patel, University of Iowa

The YouTuber's notorious channel is basically a tutorial for duping your loved ones.…

February 8, 2019

The Cinematic Evolution of Seth Green

Tatianna Salisbury, Northern Illinois University

As an actor, writer and producer, Green has quietly had a hand in some of the most iconic media of the 21st century.…

February 8, 2019

4 Reasons That Prove ‘The Good Wife’ Is a Slept-On Classic

Cristina Hernandez, UC San Diego

The Julianna Margulies-led drama is smarter, quicker and sexier than any other legal series on the air.…

February 8, 2019

Will Apple’s Upcoming Streaming Service Challenge Netflix and Company?

Emma Uk, Brookdale Community College

Apple and chill sounds oddly enticing.…

February 7, 2019

Shane Dawson’s New Conspiracy Series Has, So Far, Disappointed

Kelsey Rogers, Susquehanna University

Fingers crossed for Part 2.…

February 7, 2019

6 Lessons We Can Learn from Fyre Fest So It Never Happens Again

Keely Cohen-Breen, SUNY Plattsburgh College

People are generally pretty trusting, unfortunately.…

February 6, 2019

In Netflix’s ‘Tidelands,’ ‘The Little Mermaid’ Meets the Drug Trade

Hannah Cullen, St. Cloud State University

The new sci-fi series balances the fantastical and the dramatic with a rare finesse.…

February 6, 2019

Who is JoJo Siwa, and Why Does She Dance Like That?

Grace John, Rutgers University

The 15-year-old phenom owes her celebrity as much to her haters as she does her fans.…

February 5, 2019

4 Reasons to Watch Every Best Picture Nominee This (and Every) Year

Sarah Diggins, Ithaca College

Embrace your inner film snob.…

February 5, 2019

Why Another Stephen King Adaption Never Seems Like a Bad Idea

Scott Williamson, Florida Atlantic University

What is it about King's work that, despite several massive commercial flops, keeps directors coming back for more?…

February 4, 2019

Why Don’t the Oscars Take Horror Movies Seriously?

Michael Wu, Case Western Reserve University

In the Academy's 91-year history, of the 546 films nominated for best picture, only six have been horror movies.…

February 4, 2019

In Honor of Data Privacy Day, a Contemplation of Its Irony

Michaela Shea-Gander, Denison University

Data exploitation is more widespread than ever before, but things are only getting worse.…

February 3, 2019

Season 3 of ‘Stranger Things’: Here’s What to Expect This Summer

Amanda Pfender, Gateway Technical College

According to its creators, this season will be the grossest one yet.…

February 3, 2019

Netflix’s ‘Elite’ Will Turn You Into a Telenovela Fan Before You Even Realize It

Casey Breneman, University of Virginia

Bienvenidos a Las Encinas.…

February 3, 2019

The Marvel Cinematic Universe Has Been Wildly Successful. Now It Needs to Change

Ben Garcia, Hope International University

To stay ahead of the competition, the MCU needs to keep experimenting.…

February 2, 2019

6 Instagram Tips That’ll Take You from Trolls to Goals Overnight

Indigo Holmes, University of Wisconsin Oshkosh

Put your best profile forward.…

February 2, 2019

Your Friendly Neighborhood Primer on Guided Sleep Meditation

Britni Hones, Lindenwood University, Belleville

Like counting sheep, except it works.…

February 2, 2019