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Reel Icons: How Pop Culture Inspires Latest Online Slots

Some of the biggest and most beloved pop culture icons are now inspiring some of the latest and most exciting online slot games.…

November 2, 2023

in an article about pop culture online courses, a woman in a red dress (Beyoncé) stands talking to another woman in a red dress (Taylor Swift).

5 Pop Culture College Courses We Wish We Could Take

Ally Najera, California State University, Northridge

Certain schools and programs offer specialized entertainment courses that might feel a bit more tailored to college students’ interests. …

October 14, 2023

in an article about conspiracy theories a mural of former president Donald Trump drinking disenfectant

10 Bizarre Pop Culture Conspiracy Theories

Andrea Cepeda, University of North Texas

Sometimes the truth is stranger than (science) fiction.…

November 22, 2022

An Illustration of Sacheen Littlefeather

Sacheen Littlefeather and her Indelible Mark on Pop Culture

Ally Najera, California State University, Northridge

Her lifelong career in activism and media has cemented her cultural legacy.…

November 1, 2022

The History of Iconic Slot Machine Symbols and How They’ve Transformed Pop Culture

Daniel Reed

They're instantly recognizable in movies and TV, but where did they come from?…

October 2, 2022

screenshot of Jennifer Aniston in Friends

People Named Jennifer Have Made Huge Contributions to Pop Culture and More

Isabella Savides, University of Pretoria

Over the years, the entertainment world has seen a great number of talents share a certain first name.…

February 1, 2022

‘Crazy Stupid Fangirls’ Is the Perfect Podcast for Pop Culture Enthusiasts

Ariana Quijano, Georgia State University

Elle Mills and Michelle Platti detail wild fangirl stories, debate pop culture minutiae, analyze celebrity news and so much more. …

July 21, 2021

The Rise of Kodone, Instagram’s Pop Culture Archivist

Nathan Kolodney, Wesleyan University

At just 22 years old, artist Jesse Diaz has become an Instagram sensation, thanks to his talent, his unique vision and an iPad.…

June 17, 2021

Bee Movie. (Illustration by Marcus Escobar, Minneapolis College of Art and Design)

How ‘Bee Movie’ Became an Iconic Part of Pop Culture

Emma Watts, University of Arizona

It's been over a decade since the film's initial release, but the movie is still an internet meme legend.…

October 30, 2020

An illustration of Dylan Brady and Laura Les from the group, 100 gecs

100 Gecs Tests the Limits of Electronic Music and Pop Culture

Nora Markey, Wesleyan University

In a bold statement about the absurdity of the current music industry, this musical duo takes their sound to satirical extremes.…

June 11, 2020

Despite What Pop Culture Is Telling You, Casual Sex Isn’t for Everyone

Victoria Acosta, Southern Adventist University

Are you selling yourself short by partaking in the one-night stands and ambiguous 'situationships' of today’s hookup culture?…

February 28, 2020

Shusaku Takaoka Juxtaposes Pop Culture with Classical Art for Satire

Emma Uk, Brookdale Community College

The mixed-media artist makes you reevaluate everything you think you know, including Disney princesses, political figures and famous works of art.…

March 7, 2019

11 Pop Culture Halloween Costume Ideas Perfect for 2018

Jamie Lovley, University of Maine

*Hits blunt* You want to know how I got these ideas?…

September 18, 2018

When Instagram Crashes, Pop Culture Has a Power Outage

Maya Ramani, University of Virginia

Two glitches in seven days have underscored, yet again, how addicted everyone is to the app.…

June 13, 2018

Are You a Bad Feminist for Enjoying Misogynistic Pop Culture?

Giselle Krachenfels, USC

Pop culture is full of problematic media, but finding pleasure in hip hop, 'The Bachelor' or 'The Lord of the Rings' doesn’t mean you can’t be critical.…

July 27, 2017

The Theories of Everything: When Pop Culture Hypothesizing Goes Too Far

Jacoby Bancroft, University of Nevada at RenoandGuest Contributor

Warning: possible spoilers for 'The Walking Dead,' 'Star Wars' and 'Batman vs. Superman,' but only if crazy internet rumors are to be believed.…

November 4, 2015

Creedence Clearwater Revival fan and old car

Creedence Clearwater Revival Remains a Staple in Popular Culture

Melissa Wade, Northern Arizona University

Though the band broke up decades ago, its music still remains.…

August 26, 2022

Inside the Popularity of the Comforting Treat Banana Bread

Archie Wagner, University of Iowa

In a time when dessert possibilities are endless, why are we constantly returning to the same old staple? …

June 6, 2024

Calico Cats and Littlest Pet Shop figurines dressed in dresses.

Sylvanian Drama and the Neverending Nature of LPS Popular

Amelie Allen, University of Arizona

Sylvanian Drama has become a popular TikTok account through their videos of toys playing out soap opera plots, but the roots of this content go back further than one might think.…

March 17, 2024