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Amazon’s Alexa Learns ASL

Hannah Jumer, Converse College

Smart home speakers are becoming incredibly popular but have been inaccessible to the deaf and hard of hearing community — until now.  …

July 27, 2019

The Business of Being a Young Creative

Luke Hebert, Baruch College

Take it from a few young creatives: dedication, organization, organization and intuition will keep you true to your trade.…

July 27, 2019

Blood Orange’s New Mixtape, ‘Angel’s Pulse,’ Shows a Timeless Devotion to Authenticity

Maddy Ipema, Columbia College Chicago

This mixtape is inherently political and emotionally charged.…

July 27, 2019

Is the New Season of ‘Pose’ Living Up to the Hype From the First?

Kala Horvat, University of Georgia

The second season of the FX hit is halfway through; here’s what we can take away from it so far.…

July 26, 2019

‘Schitt’s Creek’ Finally Gets Award Recognition Just Before Its Final Season

Clarence Dodge, Sarah Lawrence College

Holy Schitt! Pop TV’s obscure hit shines in the Emmy limelight.  …

July 26, 2019

5 Shows That Illustrate the Evolving Attitudes Toward Marijuana

Kaitlin Romriell, Southern New Hampshire University

As marijuana's stigma changes with its legalization, so does its representation in television.…

July 26, 2019

4 YouTubers to Subscribe to For All Things Disney

Aliza Pelto, Pratt Institute

It's the part of the internet where dreams come true.…

July 26, 2019

5 Tips and Tricks for Couch Hopping

Madalyn Watson, Baylor University

Here's another reason to keep up with extended family members and old friends.…

July 26, 2019

‘The Other Two’ Examines the Fringes of the Spotlight

Sam Shepherd, McGill University

This sitcom tackles Hollywood cynicism with a hilarious and open heart.…

July 26, 2019

‘Made in Heaven’ Portrays the Emergence of a New India

Mela Lozano, University of Texas at San Antonio

The show is only for viewers who are ready to do some serious binge-watching.…

July 26, 2019

Amelia Earhart: Aviation Icon and Women’s Rights Advocate

Simona Barca, American University

The legend was a fellow sister in the skies.…

July 26, 2019

The Rise of Food YouTubers

Kristin Auld, St John’s University

They’re sneaking their way into our screens, hearts and kitchens.  …

July 25, 2019

To Fix the World, You Need Love: An Attempted Return to the Catholic Church

Noah Carey, University of Pennsylvania

My return to church after a four-year hiatus was less than inspiring.…

July 25, 2019

What’s the Problem With Dating Apps?

Haley Cohen, Quinnipiac University

Swiper, no swiping!…

July 25, 2019

There Was More to Puerto Rico’s Protests Than Ricardo Rosselló’s Texts

Lauren Prestia, University of Massachusetts Lowell

Ricardo Rosselló’s governance has been riddled with corruption.…

July 25, 2019

Life Undocumented: When Salvation Turns into a World of Fear

Claudia Ng, University of Texas at Austin

To undocumented immigrants, hard work is not a choice. It is a matter of life and death.…

July 25, 2019

‘Real Sports with Bryant Gumbel’ Is a Sports Show for Everyone

Amber Amortegui, Palm Beach Atlantic University

You don't have to be a sports fans to appreciate these inspirational and profound stories.…

July 25, 2019

Live-Action Remakes of ‘Mulan’ and ‘The Little Mermaid’ Continue to Push Diversity

Stina Chang, University of Southern California

Live-action Disney films are revealing a whole new world of magic.…

July 25, 2019

Musician Biopics: Are They a Service or Disservice?

Caleb Clark, Hillsdale College

We all love when we get to see our favorite artists on the screen, but what happens when the reality doesn't live up to the hype?…

July 25, 2019

‘Stranger Things 3: The Game’ Is a Mess That Only Die-Hard Fans Will Enjoy

Brandon Suss, University of South Carolina

In a world where the show doesn't exist, and this isn't a tie-in product, it would just be a boring video game.…

July 24, 2019

‘Cheek to Cheek (Deluxe)’: Tony Bennett and Lady Gaga Bring Back Jazz

Sarah Mease, Columbia College Chicago

Five years on, it's time to take a look at one of jazz music's unlikelier duos.…

July 24, 2019

‘Yesterday’ Leaves Questions Unanswered and Avenues Unexplored

Charlotte Susser, University of Chicago

But you should still go see it anyway, especially if you like the Beatles.…

July 24, 2019

‘Spider-Man: Far From Home’ Might Be the Most Groundbreaking Spider-Man Film Yet

Ashley Peterson, Geneva College

The latest addition to the MCU is full of laughs, action and plenty of heart, but the post-credits scene is a true revelation.…

July 24, 2019

Dr. Mike and His Quest to Debunk Medical Myths

Charlotte Susser, University of Chicago

This YouTube doctor has answers to all of your medical questions.…

July 24, 2019

Summer Hair Care Products: Beating the Heat With Great Hair

Zailin Peña, Southern Adventist University

Your skin isn't the only thing at risk from the summer sun.…

July 24, 2019

The 5 Most Significant Adult Cartoons

Amber Amortegui, Palm Beach Atlantic University

Who says cartoons are only for kids?…

July 24, 2019

 ‘Midsommar’: Where Eden Meets Hell

Madison Feser, Seton Hall University

The Ari Aster film seamlessly merges the sublimely beautiful with the disturbingly sinister, creating a world that audiences will both revile and desire.…

July 24, 2019

Dreamville’s New Compilation, ‘Revenge of the Dreamers III,’ Proves They Shouldn’t Be Treated as Underdogs 

Maddy Ipema, Columbia College Chicago

Dreamville finds strength and inspiration in numbers.…

July 23, 2019

5 Video Games to Get You Through the Dog Days of Summer

Cameron Rapata, Columbia College Chicago

These titles might not have made headlines, but they steal the stage with righteous storytelling and immersive gameplay.…

July 23, 2019

Some Things You Should Know Before Getting an IUD

Zailin Peña, Southern Adventist University

It's one of the most effective forms of birth control, but it can be intimidating at first.…

July 23, 2019