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Four different Snoop Dogg's stand against a dark background with twinkling stars cast in pallid turquoise, presumably at different points in time (or not, who are we to judge?). They show all of the different sides of Snoop Dogg -- rapper, shoe model, celebrity chef and just plain ol' celebrity. His multitudes are put on full display as rapper Snoop flaunts some rhymes for an audience that cannot be seen. A cartoon snail sits atop the Snoop at the far-left.

Snoop Dogg’s Side Quests

Allegra Walker, University at Albany - SUNY

Why does Snoop Dogg’s ever-diversifying career always keep us on our toes, never certain of where he'll go next?…

March 19, 2024

The Legend Of Korra is More Standalone Than Sequel

Katherine Hollis, New York University

Despite the show's popular sequel, "Avatar The Last Airbender" fans wont find any answers within "Legend of Korra."…

December 26, 2023

Avatar: The Last Airbender Live-Action Remake Has a Lot To Live Up To

Ava Coates, Emory University

 The beloved Nickelodeon cartoon has held fame for decades, with fans proclaiming it one of the  best shows ever made. The 2024 live-action film has some big shoes to fill.…

July 28, 2023

Why Zuko Is Still Television’s Greatest Redemption Story

Christian Simon, Kutztown University

One of Nickelodeon’s most beloved characters is also a storytelling triumph.…

September 9, 2022

In an article about Jennette McCurdy's memoir, an illustration of her and her on-screen character behind her.

In ‘I’m Glad My Mom Died,’ Jennette McCurdy Shows the Dark Side of Child Stardom

Saba Bazzi, Wayne State University

In her memoir, the actor gives us an inside look at her baffling experience as a child star while enduring a complicated relationship with her mom.…

August 23, 2022

‘The Legend of Korra’ Movie Announcement Reaffirms That the Original Series Deserved Better

Kwami Maranga, Binghamton University

Although the show had its shortcomings, Nickelodeon’s treatment of the sequel series contributed to its low ratings.…

July 15, 2022

Cartoon Network Has Had a Rocky Road to the Top

Karina Rojas, University of Texas at San Antonio

The channel is dominating the world of young adult animation, but getting there wasn't child’s play.…

April 23, 2022

Children’s TV Shows Are Gradually Getting Better at LGBT Representation

Alyssa Griffin, Molloy College

Although TV programming aimed at kids is becoming more inclusive, it still has a long way to go.…

April 15, 2022

Jamie Lynn Spears: When the Artist Ruins Memories of the Art

Meredith Granmayeh, Chapman University

The childhood actor's newly acquired reputation as a bully on set and drama with Britney Spears has made fans question their nostalgia for her past roles.…

February 11, 2022

Photo of 2000s boy band Big Time Rush's members, James Maslow, Carlos PenaVega, Kendall Schmidt, and Logan Henderson.

Big Time Rush Makes Its Long-Awaited Return

Esha Shah, New Jersey Institute of Technology

The boy band from Nickelodeon's hit 2000s television show have finally made a comeback eight years after its end.…

December 20, 2021

in article about Blue's Clues, children hugging the dog Blue from the series

How ‘Blue’s Clues’ Shaped a Generation

Alexandra Cortez, Trinity University

Celebrating the show's 25th anniversary, Nickelodeon brought back the series's original host, Steve Burns, to deliver a video to those who grew up watching.…

September 28, 2021

Will the New Live-Action ‘Avatar’ Series Be Any Good?

Beth Nipper, University of Iowa

Fans definitely have some mixed feelings about the Netflix remake of this beloved cartoon — and rightfully so.…

September 15, 2021

An image of the members of Big Time Rush

Big Time Rush Is Reuniting, but Will They Update Their Sound or Opt for Nostalgia?

Olivia Wisse, Hofstra University

The boyband announced they will be releasing new music. But will their previous personas as child actors prevent them from becoming mainstream artists?…

September 3, 2021

In an article about animation, a statue of Woody leans agnaist the sign of Toy Story's toyland.

Has Traditional Animation Reached the End of the Line?

Beth Nipper, University of Iowa

Western cartoons were once entirely hand-drawn, frame by frame. With the rise of computer-based CGI and the success of movies like 'Frozen,' however, the medium has been seeing some drastic changes.…

August 11, 2021

An art piece of the Backyardigans, including a moose, penguin, ladybug, kangaroo and hippo, standing together. (Illustration by Ro Odendahl, Montserrat College of Art)

‘The Backyardigans’ Have Taken Over TikTok With a New Musical Trend

Mai Senser, Virginia Commonwealth University

The story of how 'Castaways,' a bossa nova-inspired song from a children's show, became a chart-topping hit.…

June 19, 2021

illustration of cartoon characters within a bunch of tv screens

5 2000s Cartoon Shows That Should Not Have Been Canceled

Sophie N. Munoz, University of Texas at San Antonio

These shows ended suddenly at the height of their development or else hastily wrapped up their storylines, leaving viewers with questions about their favorite characters that still remain unanswered.…

May 2, 2021

illustration of bloom from fate: the winx saga

You Should Give Netflix’s ‘Fate: The Winx Saga’ a Chance

Sophie N. Munoz, University of Texas at San Antonio

Although the show has failed to impress fans of Nickelodeon's 'Winx Club,' it is still worthwhile and enjoyable to watch.…

February 14, 2021

How SpongeBob Became the King of Memes

Alex Luna, University of California, Berkeley

The Nicktoon has become one of the most popular sources for internet laughs, but how did it happen?…

December 4, 2020

Is Aging Up the Cast of the New ‘Avatar: The Last Airbender’ a Good Idea?

Emily Jewett, University of San Diego

The original show creators have departed from the Netflix live-action remake, leading fans to speculate on what changes the media company wanted.…

September 7, 2020

The Purported Queerness of SpongeBob, and Why It’s Important

Luke Gair, Sewanee: The University of the South

Who lives in a pineapple under the sea? A gay sponge, according to Twitter speculation. The ocean eccentric is helping to normalize the LGBT community on TV.…

June 29, 2020

‘Avatar: The Last Airbender’ Is Now on Netflix, and Definitely Holds Up

Kaelani Ramirez, Arizona State University

Despite airing 15 years ago, this program's return to the streaming platform proves its status as a groundbreaking piece of art.…

June 6, 2020

Why ‘Legend of Korra’ Deserves More Love

Lisa Lilianstrom, Northern Illinois University

The iconic show 'Avatar: The Last Airbender' will be released on Netflix soon, so now it's time for the show's sequel to receive the attention it deserves.…

May 6, 2020

Now That ‘Victorious’ Is on Netflix, It’s Time To Look at Its Best Moments

Emma Lichtenstein, Brandeis University

Almost seven years after the beloved Nickelodeon show ended, it's finally available on the popular streaming service. Ariana Grande and Victoria Justice have come a long way.…

November 19, 2019

Is ‘Dora and the Lost City of Gold’ the Latinx Community’s ‘Black Panther’?

Jocelyn Campos, University of Texas at San Antonio

Dora's live-action debut has fans curious about some of the film's choices.…

April 3, 2019

5 Vintage Nickelodeon Sitcoms That Need to Be on Netflix

Rishi Patel, University of Iowa

Fingers crossed.…

March 29, 2019

NickSplat Is the Nickelodeon Streaming Service You’ve Been Waiting For

Alexis Rogers, Temple University

Thanks to NickSplat, '90s kids can travel back to their childhood and stream all of their favorite classics.…

September 3, 2018

Dan Schneider Abrupt Departure May Crush Childhood Dreams

Sarah Lynch, Marist College

Deadline broke a heated story accusing Nickelodeon money-maker Dan Schneider of abusing young stars in his own shows after a sudden exit.…

April 5, 2018

Nickelodeon Is Diversifying Its Network With Upcoming ‘Los Casagrandes’ Series

Michele Mendez, Temple University

Nickelodeon wants to provide more diverse programming one show at a time.…

March 29, 2018

Nickelodeon Splats Back onto TV with Some Old Favorites

Eric McInnis, Arcadia University

Last month at Comic-Con, the cable channel revealed the first footage of the soon-to-be-revived 'Hey Arnold' and 'Rocko’s Modern Life,' and '90s kids couldn't be happier.…

August 16, 2017

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