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Three women in white t-shirts and colored bob cuts -- left to right: white, blue-green and blue -- stare blankly at the front. They are standing against a white background, the phrase "GIDLE" spelled out above their heads in a graffiti-like texture, as musical notes dot the screen.

(G)I-DLE’s Second Album 2 Hits the Ground Walking

Cerasela Hanseter, University of California, Berkeley

Despite a strong first album (G)I-DLE failed on the follow-through. For their second album, the group could really have had a stronger start.…

February 25, 2024

In an article about series the Other Two, a man and a woman sit at a restaurant table next to each other.

On ‘The Other Two,’ Fame Is a Mother … And a Little Brother

Mai Senser, Virginia Commonwealth University

This hilarious satirical comedy follows the lives of two older siblings whose younger brother has become an overnight internet sensation. Meanwhile. they still don’t quite have it together.…

August 9, 2021

Justin Simien’s ‘Bad Hair’ Is a Tangled Mess of Intentions

Katherine Bry, Washington University

The film carries an important social commentary on respectability politics and Black influence in music and culture, but its delivery falls flat.…

November 10, 2020

A screenshot of Borat in "Borat: Subsequent Moviefilm"

Is ‘Borat: Subsequent Moviefilm’ Offensive or Genius?

Emily Jewett, University of San Diego

The sequel to the 2006 film has many outrageous scenes, but they're lined with satire and criticism of today's America.…

November 9, 2020

Illustration of Joji. (Illustration by Melchisedech Quagrainie, Columbia College Chicago)

Joji’s New Album, ‘Nectar,’ Reminds Us of His Filthy Frank Roots

Sarah Gudenau, Oakland University

With the release of his latest album, a reminder of the singer-songwriter’s internet history may be one his greatest marketing tactics.…

October 23, 2020

The Brilliance That Is Caroline Ricke, YouTuber Turned TikToker

Brian Xi, University of California, Berkeley

Originally known for her impersonation of the ultra-wealthy in college admissions scandals, the creator has brought her satire and witty humor to TikTok, rising even further in popularity.…

October 8, 2020

The Depiction of Crisis in ‘Avenue 5’ Feels Remarkably Relevant

Emilia Chavez, Rice University

Armando Ianucci's new comedic sci-fi series, featuring Hugh Laurie, Zach Woods and Rebecca Front, seems eerily similar to the current political climate in the U.S.…

August 6, 2020

Illustration of heart outlines over a green and gold background, representing the Eurovision Song Contest

Will Ferrell Offers More Than a Good Laugh in ‘Eurovision Song Contest’

Juliana Fujii, Biola University

Even with mixed reviews, the new Netflix film stands out as a tribute to the real Eurovision contest and its message of self-acceptance.…

July 15, 2020

An illustration of Dylan Brady and Laura Les from the group, 100 gecs

100 Gecs Tests the Limits of Electronic Music and Pop Culture

Nora Markey, Wesleyan University

In a bold statement about the absurdity of the current music industry, this musical duo takes their sound to satirical extremes.…

June 11, 2020

In an article about the show The Boondocks, an illustration of a raised fist and a hand doing a peace sign

‘The Boondocks’ Is Everything Right About Satire and What It Can Teach

Maui Smith, University of Pittsburgh

A lesson in politics and the diverse experience of the black American.…

February 28, 2020

Ace Watkins, the Gamer Who Would Be President

Nathan Coles, Oakland University

The 2020 presidential election is seeing a new challenger.…

October 24, 2019

10 Reductress Articles So Relatable You’ll Feel Attacked

Nicole Andrasko, University of Pittsburgh

I'm convinced the writers use my life for source material.…

December 19, 2018

Hasan Minhaj Is Going to Host His Own Weekly Talk Show on Netflix

Karena Landler, Georgetown University

Get ready for 'The Patriot Act.'…

August 15, 2018

Sacha Baron Cohen’s ‘Who Is America?’ Is an Embarrassing Barometer of a Nation

Jenna Benchetrit, McGill University

If the show is any indication, America is an idiot.…

August 8, 2018

Does Partisan Satire of the News Just Make Things Worse?

Ryan Secard, College of Wooster

Satire can blend humor with sharp political commentary, but are American audiences taking it too seriously?…

July 27, 2018

5 Bits from ‘The Opposition’ We’re Going to Miss

Karena Landler, Georgetown University

Who will fight back in the war on men?…

June 22, 2018

Modern Satirists Transformed the World of Satire

Cason Ragland, University of North Carolina at Greensboro

You no longer have to rely on Jonathon Swift's ambiguous humor to enjoy satire.…

March 29, 2018

The Satirized Student Portrayed in Early and Modern Literature

Cason Ragland, University of North Carolina at Greensboro

Since Geoffrey Chaucer published 'The Canterbury Tales,' satirized students have been a common trend in humorous rhetoric.…

March 2, 2018

The Importance of ‘Saturday Night Live’ and Why It Should Never Be Censored

Michelle Criqui, James Madison University

Trump wants to censor 'Saturday Night Live' for its crude imitations of him, but where were all these complaints when he hosted last year?…

November 28, 2016

The Problem with Jesse Watters’ ‘Satire’

Terry Nguyen, University of Southern California

Watters, a personality in political humor, recently took a stroll through Chinatown to target (and insult) Asian Americans with political discussions.…

October 10, 2016

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