Tori Walz, Eastern Michigan University

In a world that expects marriage and children to be everyone’s end goal, those who don’t conform are publicly judged for their private choices.

Yasmeen Ludy, University of Michigan

It’s so hard for the Black community to find good representation on TV. But when Black screenwriters like Issa Rae are given a shot, they do it right.

Alyssa Alexander, SUNY Buffalo State

The fourth season of the HBO comedy-drama focuses on Issa and Molly’s friendship, as well as important issues like toxic masculinity and postpartum depression. Let’s discuss.

Kayla Johnson, Bradley University

It’s not just this particular Netflix original either. There seems to be an endless amount of films using this tired trope.

Danielle Richardson, Florida State University

As black women find increasing representation in media, their hairstyles get political.

Danielle Richardson, Florida State University

We’re not going to use the phrase ‘strong female lead,’ but you get the idea.

Ayanna Totten, East Stroudsburg University

It’s the only show on TV that actually gets adulting right.

Mattie Winowitch, Waynesburg University

Issa Rae’s “Insecure” centers on the everyday encounters of a young black woman; the twist: She’s in a predominantly black world.