Study Breaks - Page 183 of 447 - Fresh perspectives on pop culture from students across the United States.

Thoughts

Oriini Kaipara and Her Māori Heritage Show the Power of Representation

The broadcaster recently became the first person with Māori face markings to anchor a primetime news show.

Amandine Shadia, The University of Arizona Global Campus

Classes

Are You a Student? Here’s How To Choose the Right Bed for You

Think carefully before you pick out the piece of furniture you plan to sleep on.

Daniel Reed

Taylor Swift singing in front of strands of pink lights in her video for her song Lover.

Sounds

Taylor Swift and the Songs That Led Her to Her ‘Lover,’ Joe Alwyn

The music icon has endured a long road, filled with hits and heartbreaks, to find her soon-to-be husband.

Maggie Habermas, University of Texas at San Antonio

the three hosts of the Drama Queens podcast

Screens

‘Drama Queens’ Lets the Women of ‘One Tree Hill’ Make Joy out of Pain

The series's lead actors Sophia Bush, Bethany Joy Lenz and Hilarie Burton Morgan are using their new podcast to reclaim the sometimes painful memories of the iconic show.

Julie Morse, Pomona College

Scene from the Tall Girl where Jodi is kissing Dunkleman.

Screens

Insecurities Continue To Control Dunkleman in ‘Tall Girl 2’

The central theme of the movies surrounds Jodi’s anxiety over her height, but she’s not the only character battling insecurity.

Debbie Aspromonti, Hofstra University

Thoughts

Coach Brian Flores Has Exposed the Racist Hiring Practices of the NFL

Contrary to popular belief, racial discrimination in the National Football League does not only affect its players.

Brett Hintz, University of Texas at Austin

An illustration of a dagger going through the rings of power

Screens

‘The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power’ Offers a Lot of Possibilities

Tolkien left an abundance of source material to work from, but speculators wonder if the new series will stay true to his original vision.

Jordan Oulela, University of Texas at San Antonio

Screens·Thoughts

Apex Legends Is Ahead of the Game in Terms of Representation

The popular video game makes it a point to represent everyone in its audience, no matter their race, gender or sexuality.

Myles Allan, University of New Haven

Screens

‘Marry Me’ Is the Perfect Amount of Corny Without Being Too Much

Although its plot is far-fetched and at times over-the-top, the film contains critical moments that will make your heart smile.

Asiya Robinson, Rowan University

Screens

Does ‘Euphoria’ Accurately Portray Teenage Drug Abuse?

Fans of the HBO drama series are questioning whether its depictions of addiction, sexuality and mental health are true to life.

Karina Rojas, University of Texas at San Antonio

Girl explores the oddities on Elm Street, using her phone as a flashlight to look around the hidden space filled with cobwebs.

Screens·Thoughts

If You’ve Got It, Haunt It! Exploring Oddities on Elm Street

After inheriting her family’s Victorian home, TikToker @odditiesonelmstreet took viewers on intriguing paranormal explorations.

Lena Bramsen, The New School

Screens

‘Uncharted’ Isn’t a Faithful Film Adaptation, but It Succeeds Nonetheless

The movie doesn't follow the plot of any one game in the series, but fans are still thrilled.

Janey Schmidt, Columbia College Chicago

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