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Against a dark grey background with music notes, the "Friends" orange couch sits in front of a spurting fountain.

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

A blonde woman rests her head on a brunette, with a swirling orange and red background.

Privilege in Prison: Piper’s Story in OITNB

Emma Troise, Manhattan College

How Piper's privilege works to her benefit throughout the course of the Netflix series "Orange is The New Black."…

November 15, 2023

In an Article about web series, "Reality Check," three people sit at a desk. One applies makeup sitting across from one who speaks as another looks on.

An Interview with the Creators of ‘Reality Check’

Elizabeth Fulton, Emory University

A look into a new web series about the funnies and feelings of Black college life.…

August 9, 2023

An article about serial killers has a screenshot from the movie my friend dahmer.

Stop Immortalizing Serial Killers With TV Shows

Azeezah Ibraheem, Near East University

These popular series have disturbing effects on their viewership.…

November 18, 2022

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Why Do Queer Characters Always Die?

Virginia Beall, Elon University

The Bury Your Gays trope is a disgrace to all media.…

September 6, 2022

Top 5 ‘Winx Club’ Inspired Theories for ‘Fate: The Winx Saga’

Virginia Beall, Elon University

What does the Otherworld have in store for Season 2 of ‘Fate: The Winx Saga’ this September?…

August 22, 2022

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‘Stranger Things’ Is Not Doing Justice to Its Queer Characters

Virginia Beall, Elon University

Yes, the show is a huge hit, but the queer representation in the show is anything but ideal.…

July 24, 2022

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How ‘Atlanta’ Sets Itself Apart in Modern Television

Kwami Maranga, Binghamton University

The FX show successfully brings together aspects of humor, drama and social commentary in a beautiful package.…

June 17, 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

Season 2 of ‘The Righteous Gemstones’ Significantly Surpasses Season 1

Brett Hintz, University of Texas at Austin

This dark comedy series unleashed a new round of episodes that vastly outperformed earlier installments.…

April 9, 2022

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One-Season Wonders That Deserve Your Time

Kim Becker, Aquinas College

Although cut short, TV series such as 'Limitless' and 'Frequency' provide engaging storylines that will leave you asking for more.…

April 5, 2022

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Lisa Simpson Is the Hero Everybody Needs

Aly Walters, Michigan State University

Although unassuming, she is a figure of comfort, encouragement and confidence. She also displays a steady resilience of character throughout the duration of the series.…

March 23, 2022

‘The Book of Boba Fett’: The Good, the Bad, and What To Expect

Daniel Buccafusca, East Stroudsburg University

The opening episodes of the new hit 'Star Wars' series were met with polarizing reviews. Is there anything to worry about for the future of this show?…

January 15, 2022

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iRevive a TV Show: What the ‘iCarly’ Reboot Does Right

Mai Senser, Virginia Commonwealth University

The new reboot of a beloved old Nickelodeon show sets a great example for future show revivals through its clever writing, mature perspective and care for the cast.…

July 5, 2021

In an article about COVID-19 and its effect on television, a picture of a movie theater with a warning to wear a mask

Don’t Plague Television Favorites With the COVID-19 Pandemic

Michelle Buckley, Chapman University

Despite the 'new normal' of coping with the pandemic, production crews must learn where to draw the line between the viewers’ reality with their shows’ fantasy. …

June 30, 2021

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The Last Season of ‘Kim’s Convenience’ Leaves a Murky Legacy

Lauren Sung, University of Georgia

In the wake of the dissatisfying ending to CBC's popular television sitcom, actors are speaking out about their poor experience on the show and fans are grappling with the controversy.…

June 23, 2021

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‘The 100’ Epitomizes the Problems With ‘Lord of the Flies’ Clones

Amiri Rivers-David, Pomona College

Several media properties take inspiration from the classic William Golding novel, but too many fail to capture what made it great.…

May 28, 2021

Illustration by Sonja Vasiljeva for an article on Arrested Development and The Office

‘Arrested Development’ and ‘The Office’ Show the Versatility of Comedy

Amiri Rivers-David, Pomona College

Consisting of very different comedic structures, the two shows are great examples of how to keep comedy from being one-note.…

May 1, 2021

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The Ridiculous Dialogue of ‘Riverdale’ Leaves Much To Be Desired

Amiri Rivers-David, Pomona College

It's hard to sit through the teen drama with a straight face — and lines like 'Who wants to tryst in the Closet of Love first?' don't make the job any easier.…

April 22, 2021

Can ‘Star Trek: Discovery’ Recapture the Hearts of Its Fans?

Beth Jordan, Aquinas College

The show got off to an admittedly rocky start, receiving negative feedback from longtime fans of the franchise. Is it possible to make a comeback?…

March 29, 2021

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A Comprehensive List of All the ‘Survivor’ Advantages, Ranked

Callie Rosenzweig, University of Chicago

The producers of the hit reality TV show have introduced several advantages into the game over the last 20 years, but which ones were really worth their while?…

February 10, 2021

‘Young Sheldon’ Complements Its Predecessor, but Can Stand on Its Own

Callie Rosenzweig, University of Chicago

The show is a hit among those who have watched older Sheldon for 12 years on 'The Big Bang Theory,' but new fans can enjoy the prequel just as much.…

January 15, 2021

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The 8 Best ‘Riverdale’ Moments of the Last Four Seasons

Callie Rosenzweig, University of Chicago

Season 5 of will be making its way to television soon, so let's celebrate by taking a look at some of the craziest scenes from previous seasons.…

January 3, 2021

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The Specially Released Episode of ‘Euphoria’ Is the Best of Teen Television

Haven Worley, University of Rochester

HBO's teen drama is a colorful production about mental health, drug addiction, sexuality and identity.…

January 1, 2021

6 Exciting Anime Series for Those New to the Genre

Alex Luna, University of California, Berkeley

As the genre becomes more popular, it can be hard to decide which shows to watch. But this list makes it easy for newcomers to find their niche.…

December 21, 2020

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‘Go Ahead’ Redefines What It Means To Be a Family

Samantha Havela, University of Michigan

The Chinese drama series shows that sometimes blood doesn't matter as much as who we choose to be with and care for.…

November 13, 2020

Is This Us? ‘This Is Us’ Confronts Changing Times in the Fifth Season’s First Episode

Laura Song, Biola University

The award-winning show touches on current events and the Black Lives Matter movement in the opening episode of its fifth season.…

November 12, 2020

Ethical True Crime Content Needs To Center the Victims

Sarah Esquivel, University of Texas at San Antonio

'American Murder: The Family Next Door' and the second season of 'Making a Murderer' serve as perfect examples of the moral questions the genre can encounter.…

October 27, 2020

Is ‘Emily in Paris’ the Escapist Show That We Need, or Is It Too ‘Ringard’?

Arianna Taylor, University of Rochester

Netflix has a new show that will fulfill all your bad rom-com dreams set in a beautiful city — if you can look past its issues.…

October 20, 2020

A character in Love in the Time of Corona is quarantined apart from her husband, whose hand she tries touching through glass.

‘Love in the Time of Corona’ Proves Scripted TV Can Survive the Pandemic

Olivia Dimond, Bates College

The Freeform miniseries is one of the first scripted shows exploring the pandemic — filmed at the homes of actors already in quarantine together.…

August 28, 2020

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5 TV Shows to Hold You Over During the Pandemic’s TV Lull

Starr Shapiro, Columbia University

Quarantine has greatly slowed production of new television programming, but have no fear. Here is some must-watch content from recent years that you can watch right now.…

August 13, 2020

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‘Anne with an E’ Fans Campaign for a Season 4, but Is It a Good Idea?

Mia Kellner, University of St Andrews

After the show’s cancellation, fans have been demanding a fourth season, but its creators say it isn’t feasible.…

August 7, 2020

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The Final Season of Netflix’s ‘Dark’ Bends Genres, Minds and Time

Mia Kellner, University of St Andrews

The first two seasons of the German sci-fi series gained popularity for their mind-bending depiction of time travel. The third season brings the sprawling saga to an end.…

July 24, 2020

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