Study Breaks - Page 268 of 447 - Fresh perspectives on pop culture from students across the United States.

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Our Guilty Pleasures Shouldn’t Make Us Feel So Guilty

Just because everyone else is uninterested in what you enjoy doesn't mean you should hide your own interest in it.

Natalie Gabor, Indiana University-Bloomington

bitcoin in front of computer in article about proof of burn

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Understanding Proof of Burn

If you don't have the necessary hardware, see this alternative to validating blockchain transactions.

Daniel Reed

Malcolm Gladwell book Talking to Strangers

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Malcolm Gladwell’s Friends Fallacy, ‘Gone Girl’ and the Pitfalls of Presumed Familiarity

The book 'Talking to Strangers' explores the logical fallacies people fall into when interacting with others, and their detrimental effects are exemplified in popular media.

Kelsi Karpinski, Michigan State University

In an article about Black Widow, Natasha Romanoff faces away from the viewer against a brown and gold background.

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Does ‘Black Widow’ Make Up For the Mistreatment of Natasha Romanoff?

Here is a look at the character's complicated and sometimes controversial history in the MCU, and how her solo film finally allows her to shine.

Mai Senser, Virginia Commonwealth University

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The World of Thomas Kinkade, America’s Most Loved and Most Hated Painter

Famous for his mass-produced, idyllic natural landscapes, the American artist is more controversial than many would expect.

Karen Lu, Yale University

An illustration of the characters in Great Pretender

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‘Great Pretender’ Is a Breath of Fresh Air for Anime

The Netflix series is more slow-burn and character-focused than is typical of its genre but is exciting and engaging nonetheless.

Elliot Jackson-Ontkush, Skidmore College

An illustration of four female indie artists.

Sounds

Female Indie Artists Are Leading This Generation’s Musical Renaissance

There has been a recent wave of fantastic releases from rising and risen woman musicians, and fans of the genre have the pleasure of witnessing this changing of the guard.

Mason Cannon, Columbia University

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The Advantages of Rebuilding Your Credit

Paying off your debts could offer a lot of advantages.

Daniel Reed

Sounds

Jamele Hill Creates a Sanctuary for Black Creators Through Her New Project

The American sports journalist is creating a groundbreaking Spotify network, named the Unbothered Network, that is sure to increase the visibility of Black creators on the platform.

Niall Calvert, Wesleyan University