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Cowboy Bebop—An Enduring Animated Classic

Kyle A. McLaughlin, Elizabethtown College

Cowboy Bebop is a show that has stood the test of time. Let’s look back and see what made it such a landmark in the industry.…

May 10, 2024

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Jack Stauber: The Man Whose Art Went Viral

Elannah Swarnes Matos, University of Puerto Rico-Mayagüez

The artist's music has enjoyed a recent spurt of TikTok fame, but exactly what kind of music does he make? And why should we be interested?…

November 1, 2022

Spike from 'Cowboy Bebop'

Our Favorite Space Cowboy Will Return in Netflix’s ‘Cowboy Bebop’

Tori Barney, Columbia College Chicago

Often regarded as a behemoth within the world of anime, the neo-noir anime will soon receive a live-action series — for better or for worse.…

November 13, 2021

Ricky and Morty

Soulja Boy’s ‘Rick and Morty’ Takes TikTok by Storm

Elizabeth Dewit, University of Pittsburgh

It started as a freestyle on his livestream — now, TikTokers are rapping the song about the Adult Swim cartoon in front of historical sites.…

September 23, 2021

In an article about Jamie Loftus, the comedian stands against a blue and black background while holding a microphone.

Looking for a New Podcast? Jamie Loftus Has Three for You

Mai Senser, Virginia Commonwealth University

The 'Boss Whom Is Girl' comedian has created three brilliant podcasts in the last year and a half, each of which features distinct, personal subject matters.…

July 25, 2021

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‘Rick and Morty’ Shows the Perils of Idolizing Fictional Characters

Ian Linn, Oberlin College

As with this popular adult TV show, it has become a trend for people to look up to various imaginary personalities who exhibit blatantly negative traits.…

July 18, 2021

Illustration of a bedroom featuring the [as] bump

Why Is Your TikTok FYP Crowded With Homemade [Adult Swim] Bumps?

Olivia Wisse, Hofstra University

If you use the social media app, chances are you’ve recently encountered this trend that spoofs Cartoon Network's programming.…

June 29, 2021

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‘Tuca & Bertie’ Gets a Second Life Thanks to Adult Swim

Anna Swenson, Butler University

The Netflix Original series was abruptly cancelled after only one season, but now it's getting another chance to grace your screens.…

August 31, 2020

In an article about the show The Boondocks, an illustration of a raised fist and a hand doing a peace sign

‘The Boondocks’ Is Everything Right About Satire and What It Can Teach

Maui Smith, University of Pittsburgh

A lesson in politics and the diverse experience of the black American.…

February 28, 2020

Resnick

Laughing and Screaming With Alan Resnick

Christopher Duggan, Boise State University

The Baltimore-based comedian and filmmaker is a horror and comedy auteur who will leave you unsettled.…

September 26, 2019

The Cinematic Evolution of Seth Green

Tatianna Salisbury, Northern Illinois University

As an actor, writer and producer, Green has quietly had a hand in some of the most iconic media of the 21st century.…

February 8, 2019

Dan Harmon

Adult Swim Needs to Do a Disney to Dan Harmon

Ashlyn Leigh Willis, University of North Alabama

When pedophilia scandal arose around James Gunn, Disney fired him. Now that a similar incident is facing Harmon, Adult Swim is balking.…

August 1, 2018

Why Adapting a Darker Tone Hasn’t Paid Off for ‘Rick and Morty’

Ben Seidel, St. Olaf College

The beloved Adult Swim cartoon has become noticeably less interesting.…

September 13, 2017

Everything You Need to Know About the Return of MF DOOM

Patrick Murtha, Eastern Connecticut State University

By sending fifteen new songs to Adult Swim, legendary underground rapper MF DOOM has ended his three-year musical hiatus.…

August 25, 2017

What 'Samurai Jack' Could Represent for Adult Animation’s Future

What ‘Samurai Jack’ Could Mean for the Future of Adult Animation

Eric McInnis, Arcadia University

The acclaimed show, which is again hauling in the accolades, begs the question: Why are there so few mature, animated series?…

April 5, 2017