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Rainbow Capitalism Strikes Again This Pride Month

Every June, corporation after corporation puts out items covered in rainbows and other LGBTQ+ symbols to celebrate Pride Month. But is it just a performative way to make more money?

Jayar Brenner, Michigan State University

An image of a baker in a tasteful white uniform demonstrates the working-class aesthetic.

Thoughts

Why Are so Many People Obsessed With ‘Dressing Up’ as Working Class?

Middle and upper-class infatuation with the blue-collar aesthetic boils down to privilege and a need to appear as though we work harder than we do.

Mason Cannon, Columbia University

in an article about divorce, two people sitting side by side

Thoughts

11 Survival Tips for Living Together During Divorce

There is an increasing number of couples who choose to live together even in the midst of ending their marriage. It may seem strange, but there are ways to make it work.

Daniel Reed

Olivia O'Brien and a group of friends sitting together in a living room setting for a music video from her album Episodes: Season 1. (Image via Google Images)

Sounds

‘Episodes: Season 1’ Is Olivia O’Brien’s Chance To Be Her Own Main Character

In the first half of her sophomore record, the singer-songwriter has taken control of her own narrative, exploring a wide variety of musical genres.

Mai Senser, Virginia Commonwealth University

Rogers and Target's collaboration speaks to women of color most prominently. (Illustration by Olivia Luo, Ohio State University)

Thoughts

The Christopher John Rogers x Target Collection Deserves More Praise

The retail giant's most recent fashion collaboration might signal a shift to more high-fashion styles and more diverse designers.

Jael Davis, DePaul University

Screens

‘In the Heights’ Falls Short in Depicting the Struggles of the Afro-Latino Community

Although the musical shines with its extravagant choreography and touching moments, it barely scratches the surface when it comes to real representation issues.

Study Breaks Staff

An art piece of rap artist Polo G against a brown background. (Illustration by Yana Ramos Cutrim, George Fox University)

Sounds

Polo G’s ‘Hall of Fame’ Is a Messy Attempt at Vulnerability

The moody soundscape and raw, vulnerable lyrics of the artist’s new LP are impressive, but his blind instinct for self-preservation is less so.

Anna Hupp, University of Wyoming

Sounds

What Is Stock Video and Why You Need It

No need to shoot all the film yourself.

Daniel Reed

An illustration of handcuffs and fingerprints for an article about the podcast "True Crime Obsessed." (Illustration by Katelyn McManis, Columbia College Chicago)

Sounds

‘True Crime Obsessed’ Combines Real Cases With Comical Commentary

Gillian Pensavalle and Patrick Hinds' hit podcast dives into documentaries about the most notorious cases with a comedic spin.

Kelsie Westmoreland, Washington and Lee University

An illustration of the titular character from Dear Evan Hansen in an article about the musical's upcoming film adaptation. (Illustration by Sonja Vasiljeva, San Jose State University)

Screens

Hollywood’s Age-Old Dilemma Meets ‘Dear Evan Hansen’

Ben Platt’s reprisal of his Broadway role in the upcoming film adaptation raises some heads as it continues the surprisingly common occurrence of adults playing high school students.

Mariam Nasief, Columbia University