Study Breaks - Page 421 of 447 - Fresh perspectives on pop culture from students across the United States.

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Since Lockdown, the Culinary Community Has Become Much More Accessible

Previously focused on top-of-the-line ingredients and complex recipes, chefs and magazine editors have switched to pantry staples and cooking with just a few people.

Emma T., UC Berkeley

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The ‘Laughter Permitted’ Podcast Reveals Experiences of Beloved Athletes

Former women's soccer player Julie Foudy's platform bridges the gap between the personal lives of pioneering female athletes with politics and race.

Chloe Hamer, Pitzer College

Thoughts

Planned Obsolescence Exacerbates the Hidden Cost of Throwaway Goods

The concept accompanies the evolution of a culture that praises novelty over quality, and influences how much we waste.

Ian Nordin, University of Texas at San Antonio

A main character from Dear White People checks her phone

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‘Dear White People’ Is a Must-Watch Series for White College Students

Netflix's original series seeks to introduce its audience to a firsthand view of the challenges facing Black university students.

Nora Markey, Wesleyan University

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The Benefits of Exploring Yoga, From an Ex-Non-Believer

At its core, this practice crafts a journey for the individual to find mindfulness and peace in an increasingly chaotic and uncertain world.

Srishti Tyagi, Cornell University

Pete Davidson on set of The King of Staten Island

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‘The King of Staten Island’ Is a Crowning Achievement for Pete Davidson

A departure from the lighthearted comedy you might normally expect from Judd Apatow, this film is engaging, heartfelt and real.

Olivia Dimond, Bates College

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We Need To Change the Narrative Surrounding Vegetarianism

It's important to eat more ethically, but it's also essential to let people evaluate what is best for their own well-being.

Anna Barnard, St. Olaf College

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5 Science Podcasts To Help You Better Understand the World Around You

Whether you're strapped for time, want to learn more about the environment or have the need to comprehend how the mind works, there's something for you.

Tamara Kamis, Cornell University