Study Breaks - Page 242 of 447 - Fresh perspectives on pop culture from students across the United States.

Phoebe Bridgers in an article about niche indie music

Sounds

Why We Gatekeep Niche Music

Someone new discovering old favorites doesn't always water them down.

In an article about museums, an illustration of the earth hanging up in a well-lit room.

It’s Time for Art To Move Beyond the Museum

The institution is dated and must evolve, but until it does, here are two ways to relish artwork outside of an impersonal indoor collection.

Zach Terrillion, Oberlin College

In an article about techno-orientalism, neon signs of cyborg women float with a string of red paper lanterns among them.

Screens·Thoughts

Revisiting the Racial Fears of Techno-Orientalism and Cyberpunk

There's no question that cyberpunk draws heavy influence from East Asian culture and aesthetics, so why aren't Asian characters and creators given their dues within the genre?

Lauren Sung, University of Georgia

Thoughts

Gambling Safely With Bitcoin – Tips To Avoid Fraud

Crypto is still new, so be careful when using it to play games of chance. You don't want to get swindled.

Daniel Reed

Screens·Thoughts

Hasan Piker Bought a New House — Here’s What It Means for His Socialist Ideals

Does advocating for socialism require completely removing oneself from capitalism and personal purchases?

Kelsi Karpinski, Michigan State University

Screens

The Great Debate Over the First Five Minutes of ‘Tangled’

The Disney classic never reached the popularity of 'Frozen' and creators are speculating it’s simply because of the film’s intro.

Jayni Nielsen, Pace University

A still from fantasy series, 'Xena: Warrior Princess.'

Screens

Muscular Women and High Stakes: Why Lesbians Love Sci-Fi, Fantasy and Horror

While some genres continue to rely on outdated tropes like female submission, others provide a beacon of hope for queer female audiences as they portray women as strong, independent leads.

L.R. Staples, Sarah Lawrence College