Worthikids, Louie Zong and the YouTube Renaissance Man Amelie Allen, University of Arizona The internet age has given rise to a new type of multi-hyphenate independent artist, like Worthikids and Louie Zong.… March 11, 2024
Spider-Man—Jonathon Hickman and Spidey’s A Fresh Start Kyle A. McLaughlin, Elizabethtown College A glimpse into recent frustrations with Spider-Man comics among the fanbase, as well as the renewed hope felt over Jonathon Hickman’s recently released “Ultimate Spider-Man” line.… March 8, 2024
Could Deadpool be the “Messiah” the MCU needs? Santiago Rivera, Washington University in St. Louis As fun as the trailer was, after so many disappointing Marvel productions lately, is it worth getting hyped up?… February 27, 2024
Why We Love Garfield Amelie Allen, University of Arizona Dogs may be man’s best friend, but this lazy orange cat has been pop culture’s constant companion.… February 22, 2024
The Latin Lover Is Back and He Has A “Mustache Goatee Combo” Roberto Soto Your crush is a dud with a good barber and colonizer genes and your interest in him is based on a hollow perception of Latinidad. Oops! … February 9, 2024
The Brilliance of Amy Sherman-Palladino’s Leading Ladies in Television Noah Hernandez, University of Texas at San Antonio Insights into two of TV’s most beloved female leads, Lorelai Gilmore and Miriam Maisel.… January 17, 2024
BBC’s Merlin Was a Great Unconventional Hero Sydney Chastain, Florida State University The 2008 fantasy series owes its charm to a clumsy, expressive protagonist.… January 10, 2024
A Decade in Cinema: Revisiting Movies That Turn 10 in 2024 Karla D. Galvan, The University of Texas at San Antonio The year 2014 saw the release of films that will go down in cinematic history.… January 10, 2024
What’s Behind Beyoncé and Taylor Swift’s Massive 2023? Avery Heeringa, Columbia College Chicago Both veteran entertainers broke into new levels of popularity and success with their mammoth tours and film releases. … January 5, 2024
Essay: If You’re From Africa… Farah Shah, University of Central Florida Parallels between my experience and Cady Heron’s, assimilating to American life after experiencing formative education in East Africa.… January 4, 2024
Don’t Throw Out My Legos Noah Hernandez, University of Texas at San Antonio How these little bricks have impacted an entire generation.… December 22, 2023
Hannah Gadsby’s ‘Nanette’ Changed Comedy Post #MeToo Emma Troise, Manhattan College Looking at Comedic Techniques and Comedy in Hannah Gadsby's "Nanette" Special Through the Post #MeToo Lens.… December 7, 2023
‘Cabaret’: The Political Strife in Fosse’s Celebrated Movie Musical Noah Hernandez, University of Texas at San Antonio Willkommen! Bienvenue! Welcome! A look into one of the greatest movie musicals, as an insight into society's ills.… November 29, 2023
Netflix’s Global Dominance: How It’s Revolutionising the Anime World with Series Adaptations Daniel Reed The internet has revolutionised every aspect of people’s lives, from banking to shopping, studying, and even health care.… November 24, 2023
8 Brazilian Classics to Read During Latinx Heritage Month Beatriz Barros Felice, California State University, Northridge Celebrate with these Brazillian classics during Latinx Heritage Month.… October 17, 2023
How Character Development Has Kept ‘It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia’ Interesting Shannon Strenfel, Arizona State University “It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia” is the longest running live action TV show in history and the source of countless memes for good reason. … October 6, 2023
How Writing About Writing is Written Connor Lindsay, Queens University of Charlotte Self-Aware Fiction in the Modern Age… September 29, 2023
The Lost Art of Food Writing Matthew Doss, University of Chicago A.J. Liebling and M.F.K. Fisher’s essays illustrate that the overlooked genre is the best thing since sliced bread.… September 21, 2023
Film Review: ‘Bottoms’ Rises to the Top Sarah Deavers, University of Virginia Loser Lesbians. Teenage Lies. Untrained Fighters. What’s not to love? … September 21, 2023
Jake Gyllenhaal Channels His Talent In New Films Ally Najera, California State University, Northridge Known for dedicating himself to his films, Gyllenhaal impresses audiences (and serves some eye candy) once again.… September 8, 2023
‘Corpse Bride’ Is Still Terrific But Possibly Traumatizing Ally Najera, California State University, Northridge The Tim Burton cartoon is more serious than it lets on.… September 3, 2023
Marvel’s ‘Daredevil’: The Devil Is in the Details Ava Coates, Emory University The beloved show was canceled before its time, but now a reboot is in the works. What made this story stand out in a superhero-saturated market?… September 1, 2023
Ride or Die: A New Chapter for the Iconic Duo Sarah Deavers, University of Virginia Mary Beth Barone and Benito Skinner resurface with new pop culture podcast “Ride,” where no topic is off limits.… August 19, 2023
Decades of Dystopia Writing Connor Lindsay, Queens University of Charlotte How generations have transformed this timeless genre.… August 19, 2023
Brand Twitter and Its Million-Making Self-Mockery Connor Lindsay, Queens University of Charlotte Today, self-deprecation is just another route to business success.… August 17, 2023
“AstroBoy” Review: The Blastoff of Anime in the United States Ava Coates, Emory University The latest Netflix animated series has a groundbreaking transcontinental history.… August 11, 2023
Miguel O’Hara Is Caught in the Web of the ‘Latin Lover’ Stereotype Kimberly Vazquez, Columbia College Chicago Latino characters and actors are becoming more prominent in Hollywood. It is imperative that audiences preserve their dignity.… July 20, 2023
The Bratz Are Back Katherine Hollis, New York University Over 20 years after the first four girls were released, the world is truly starting to appreciate the girls with a passion for fashion.… July 13, 2023
HBO Max Changed its Name to ‘Max,’ and It’s a Really Bad Idea Elizabeth Fulton, Emory University The streaming platform's decision to drop its original name could signal a transition away from prestige shows.… June 26, 2023
Ten Reasons To Learn Japanese Morgan Brown, Wake Forest University Have you considered picking up a new language lately?… June 20, 2023