Friends

Theme Songs that Make the TV Show Even More Perfect!

Beatriz Barros Felice, California State University, Northridge

Check out how these theme songs fit perfectly with their shows!…

November 30, 2023

With background drawings of yellow suns, three images of Matthew Perry laughing and smiling in red and orange swirling colors

The One Where We Lost a Friend: The Impact of Matthew Perry’s Passing

Natalie VanHecke, University of Texas at Dallas

The Heartbreak of Matthew Perry’s Passing and the Influence of Friends on Multiple Generations.…

November 26, 2023

In an article about the "friendship recession," a figure sits in front of a board where there is an arrow on the decline."

The “Friendship Recession” Is Real

Steffi Stoffel, Columbia College Chicago

Bringing awareness to the widespread pandemic of loneliness and how it may be impacting your health.…

October 16, 2023

The cast of one of the most popular sitcoms of all times,"Friends" pose together for a photo while drinking sundaes.

Are Multi-Cam Sitcoms Losing Relevancy?

Julia Concepcion, Virginia Commonwealth University

Newer shows seem to be struggling at the moment, but there is still hope that they'll become popular again.…

March 10, 2023

"Friends" characters Joey and Phoebe sitting on a couch

Fictional Characters We All Wanted Together

Andrea Cepeda, University of North Texas

Sometimes two people belong together but are kept apart by the hands of their creators. These are some duos we wish made it through.…

November 7, 2022

An illustration of the main character from the Sopranos

How ‘The Sopranos’ Revolutionized Television

Saba Bazzi, Wayne State University

The show about a mobster who goes to therapy was, and still is, a force to be reckoned with.…

June 20, 2022

Illustration of the Harry Potter insignia.

The ‘Harry Potter 20th Anniversary: Return to Hogwarts’ Special Is Spellbinding and Tactful

Tori Barney, Columbia College Chicago

HBO Max recently released a reunion event celebrating the magical series, and long-time fans were delighted to see the main trio on their screens once more.…

January 9, 2022

in article about Thanksgiving movies, someone watching a TV with a turkey on it

10 Films To Get You in the Thanksgiving Mood

Trinity Crompton, Molloy College

This holiday is so often unfairly overlooked, so here are some movies to help set the mood for the upcoming holiday season.…

November 19, 2021

In an article about motherhood in sitcoms, an illustration of a bride and a mother.

TV Shows Need to Stop Forcing Motherhood on Sitcom Ingenues

Darby Williams, University of Michigan

Since their inception, television series have felt the need to make all of their female characters wives and mothers by their finales.…

September 2, 2021

Malcolm Gladwell book Talking to Strangers

Malcolm Gladwell’s Friends Fallacy, ‘Gone Girl’ and the Pitfalls of Presumed Familiarity

Kelsi Karpinski, Michigan State University

The book 'Talking to Strangers' explores the logical fallacies people fall into when interacting with others, and their detrimental effects are exemplified in popular media.…

July 17, 2021

A screenshot of the 'Friends: the Reunion' special which recently premiered on HBO Max

‘Friends: The Reunion’ Proves Being Funny Isn’t Effortless

Olivia Wisse, Hofstra University

The one where the cast reflects on being global TV sensations — and all the pressure that comes along with it.…

June 21, 2021

An illustration of Cucumber the dinosaur, a stuffed animal on a wholesome TikTok account. (Illustration by Lexey Gonzalez, Wichita State University)

Meet Cucumber, the Wholesome and Motivational TikTok Dinosaur

Emma Watts, University of Arizona

Brighten up your day with the adorable stuffed reptile that’s stomping all over social media.…

February 25, 2021

‘The Adventure Challenge’ Is the Perfect Book Series for Making Memories

Summer Brotman, University of California, Los Angeles

As you look for safe ways to spend time with your household or pod, this set of books may be just what you are looking for.…

January 14, 2021

As NBC Introduces Peacock, The Streaming Wars Rage On

Katherine Bry, Washington University

The broadcasting network is joining the fray, and it has brought 'Friends' and 'The Office' with it. Our beloved shows are getting divided between an increasingly large number of streaming services.…

November 16, 2020

Actual Play Podcasts depicted with drawing of people around a game board

How Actual Play Podcasts Led to the Golden Age of Tabletop RPGs

James C. Loftis, University of North Texas

How has a game — once looked down upon and talked of in such negative light — garnered so much attention in recent years? Listening to people having fun playing the game certainly helped.…

August 11, 2020

In an article discussing the problematic 'Nice Guy' in media, Andrew McCarthy (Blane), Molly Ringwald (Andie) and Jo Cryer (Duckie) from left to right are discussed in the terms of the 'Nice Guy' complex..

The ‘Nice Guy’ Trope: Representations, Expectations and the Reality

Rose Younglove, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor

How does this idea manifest itself in TV and film?…

March 17, 2020

A Look Back at the Best and Worst Moments of ‘Friends’

Chris Meng, Pomona College

The iconic sitcom has left Netflix and with it goes great comedic moments, lovable characters and some of the show's problematic components.…

January 7, 2020

‘Friends’ Has Officially Been Taken Off Netflix and Now Fans Are Unsure of What to Binge

Megan Thompson, Montclair State University

With the long-running series no longer available and 'The Office' leaving fairly soon, it has left many subscribers wondering if Netflix is truly there for you.…

January 6, 2020