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The Hype is hosted by many big names in fashion

‘The Hype’ Is Bringing Streetwear to the Mainstream

While high fashion has always been incredibly influential, this HBO Max show is aiming to change the culture surrounding an entirely ignored style of clothing.…

September 11, 2021

K-Pop girl group TWICE may be getting pushed to their limit

Is K-Pop Girl Group TWICE Being Pushed to the Limit?

Jayni Nielsen, Pace University

The 'Sixteen' show winners are steadily climbing the charts, but after showing increasing signs of exhaustion, fans are getting worried.…

August 21, 2021

A photo of some of the contestants on "Where Are We Going, Dad?" for an article about Asian toxic masculinity. (Image via Google Images)

‘Where Are We Going, Dad?’ Reveals the Expectations for East Asian Family Men

Benjamin Chen, Columbia University

Toxic masculinity and the importance of filial piety in Chinese families are put on display in this popular reality TV series.…

April 22, 2021

An illustration of the cover of the novel One to Watch for an article about fatphobia. (Illustration by Sonja Vasiljeva, San Jose State University)

‘One to Watch’ Examines Fatphobia by Reimagining Dating Shows

Emma Watts, University of Arizona

In her debut romance novel, Kate Stayman-London uses a reality show to explore how the media portrays plus-size women.…

April 2, 2021

It’s Time for Reality TV to ‘Glow Up’ With This Makeup Competition

Abby Webb, Rice University

Currently on Netflix, this BBC makeup contest revives a genre in dire need of revamping.…

January 3, 2020

An Update on the Couples of ‘Bachelor in Paradise’ Months After Leaving Paradise

Blair Krassen, The University of the Arts, Philadelphia

Some couples remain strong, others will break up or agree to just remain friends. Who will stand the test of time?…

November 10, 2019

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