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For an article on Dramageddon and Sistergeddon YouTube controversies, five pink-tinted figures wipe tears (from left: Tati Westbrook, Nikita Dragun, Shane Dawson, Laura Lee, and James Charles). They are cropped together in a box that mimics a YouTube video box, with the text "We're Sorrry!!!!! :,(((((" and "1,000,000 views" and "Nov 7, 2018".

Dramageddon: The Controversy That Broke YouTube

What could some catty drama from beauty influencers shows us about the shift in modern parasocial relationships? A lot...…

November 28, 2023

In an article about the irreverent animated series "South Park," an image of the series' cast surrounded by caution tape reading "controversy."

‘South Park’ and the Art of Not Caring

Dominic Catalano, Arizona State University

This notoriously irreverent series is unstoppable in its brutally pointed and cancellable satire.…

August 18, 2023

In this article about apology videos, an apologetic-looking woman strums a ukulele while perched in front of a dark background.

Apology Videos as Entertainment

Connor Lindsay, Queens University of Charlotte

Controversial creators converting catastrophe into currency.…

August 13, 2023

In an article about the downfall of Dave Chapelle, a crumpled ticket to one of his shows lies on the ground.

The Downfall of Dave Chappelle

Alexander Landgraf, The University of Chicago

Regarded by many as the greatest comedian of all time, his reputation as the funniest man alive is slipping into a state of disrepair.…

February 18, 2023

A photo of Dave Chappelle from his Netflix special The Closer

Dave Chappelle Is Unhinged and Unbothered in ‘The Closer’

Re’nesia Mills, University of Tampa

The Emmy- and Grammy-winning stand-up comedian has faced a lot of criticism following the release of his latest Netflix special.…

October 28, 2021

rhye, in an article about separating art from the artist

Frank Ocean, Kanye, Rhye and Sun Kil Moon: Separating an Artist From Their Art

Mason Cannon, Columbia University

'Although they may express it beautifully, sometimes what they have to express from within themselves doesn't come from somewhere beautiful at all.'…

September 3, 2021

Trisha Paytas. (Image via Google Images)

Are We Seeing a New, More Positive Trisha Paytas?

Sarah Gudenau, Oakland University

Are we actually witnessing this controversial social media influencer’s changed self, and will she have an internet redemption?…

November 21, 2020

Illustration by Xingzhou Cheng for an article on celebrities and politics

Should Celebrities Be Pressured To Engage in Politics?

Kirtika Sharad, George Washington University

It's become expected of the rich and famous to use their massive platforms to tackle social and political issues, but should they be involved at all?…

November 18, 2020

Illustration by Emmalia Godshall for an article on Rihanna

Rihanna, Cancel Culture and Multicultural Education

Kirtika Sharad, George Washington University

Should the singer and business woman be de-platformed for her most recent offense against the Muslim community, or is 'canceling' no longer the right path to take?…

October 21, 2020

Image of a woman sitting in bed looking at a computer, in an article about fake news.

How Fake News Became So Widespread and How To Put a Stop to It

Chase Cutarelli, Columbia University

Many people are now relying on social media as their news sources, where misinformation spreads as fast as wildfire.…

September 10, 2020

Image from Google Images in article about Ellen DeGeneres controversy

Why the Internet Is Trying to Cancel Ellen DeGeneres

Audrey Martin, Boston University

She has been a staple of daytime television for nearly two decades, but that might be coming to an end after the publication of reports alleging her ‘be kind’ mantra is just an act.…

August 17, 2020