Archive

Despite Strong Lead, Patti Cake$ is Nothing New

Fluorescent green light cuts through billowing smoke as producer O-Z (Sahr Ngaujah) introduces Patti (Danielle MacDonald) — Killa P — onstage. The crowd roars with approval as Patti ambles onstage.... Read more

By Caitlin Mannering August 30, 2017

Features

An ACTS to Grind: The Road to Unionizing DC Charter Schools

“We had put in a ton of work throughout the entire year, and then to have that all be for naught in the end was discouraging.” David Koenig spearheaded an effort... Read more

By Caitlyn Cobb and Isaiah Seibert August 30, 2017

Carrying On

Carrying On: Sexism in the City

You are most likely to encounter the New York City bitch during rush hour. Lifted chin, overall polished and professional appearance, determined gaze, assertive posture, eyes staring straight forward. This... Read more

By Sienna Brancato August 30, 2017

Editorials

Dear Incoming Students…

Welcome to Georgetown. It’s not our habit at the Voice to take ourselves too seriously. We believe in being aware of our own weirdness and our flaws and seeking out... Read more

By the Editorial Board August 30, 2017

Voices

Labor Day Reflections: The Impact of a Union

In the four years that I have been a member of the Georgetown University community, my outlook on life has changed profoundly. Becoming involved with my union gave me a... Read more

By Joshua Armstead August 30, 2017

What Is Pod May Never Die: Bye Forever

In the final episode of What is Pod May Never Die for potentially two years (gasp!), Jon Block and Caitlin Mannering discuss the season 7 finale and recap the entire... Read more

By Jon Block and Caitlin Mannering August 29, 2017

Two Games, Two Shutout Wins for Men’s Soccer

Just two days removed from their season-opening win, Georgetown men’s soccer (2-0, Big East) defeated No. 19 Coastal Carolina (0-2, Sun Belt) on Monday afternoon by a score of 3-0.... Read more

By Tyler Pearre August 28, 2017

No. 11 Women’s soccer routs Loyola Maryland at home

In a dominant performance, the No. 11 Georgetown Women’s soccer team (3-1, Big East) defeated the Loyola Maryland Greyhounds (1-3, Patriot League) by a score of 5-0 on Sunday afternoon... Read more

By Jon Block August 27, 2017

Men’s soccer starts season on right foot, beating cross- town rival American

For the first time since the 2012 season, the Georgetown men’s soccer team (1-0, Big East) won its season-opening game, defeating D.C. rival American on Friday night, 2-0. Junior midfielder/forward... Read more

By Tyler Pearre August 25, 2017

What is Pod May Never Die: Benjen Ex Machina

By Jon Block and Garett Hinck August 24, 2017

Bouncing Back: Women’s Soccer Defeats Cross- Town Rival GW

Just two days after their season-opening loss to No. 1 West Virginia (1-0, Big 12), the No. 5 Georgetown women’s soccer team (1-1, Big East) rebounded with a 4-0 win... Read more

By Chris Dunn August 20, 2017

Women’s Soccer Falls to Top- Ranked West Virginia

For the first time since October of last season, the No. 5 Georgetown women’s soccer team (0-1, Big East) came away empty handed at Shaw Field, losing to the No.... Read more

By Chris Dunn August 19, 2017

Women’s Soccer Looks to Rise Higher

In their first match since the 2016 College Cup semifinal, the No.5 Georgetown Women’s Soccer Team (Big East) will be back on Shaw Field Friday at 4:00 pm. Their opponent:... Read more

By Chris Dunn August 17, 2017

Concert Preview: The Districts, August 18, 9:30 Club

Fresh off the release of their third studio album, Popular Manipulations, the Districts are headed to the 9:30 club for a show on Friday, August 18. The Philadelphia-based rock band’s... Read more

By Jon Block August 16, 2017

Halftime

What is Pod May Never Die: Not Eastwatch

Hosts Caitlin Mannering and Jon Block are joined by guest Devon Schmidt to discuss Game of Thrones episode five “Eastwatch,” although it should have been named “Not Eastwatch.”

By Caitlin Mannering, Jon Block and Devon Schmidt August 15, 2017

Critical Voices: Arcade Fire, Everything Now

During the past few months, there were indications that Arcade Fire was nearing the brink of a 2007-Britney-Spears style meltdown. In addition to developing a tendency to refer to their... Read more

By Anne Paglia August 14, 2017

Despite Big Names, The Dark Tower Lacks Development and Excitement

Films with child leads don’t always do well at gaining adult audiences. Director Nikolaj Arcel’s The Dark Tower hit theaters on August 4 and has already attracted large audiences, likely... Read more

By Brynne Long August 12, 2017

Halftime

The Sports Sermon: MLB Trade Deadline and Season Update

Welcome to the Sports Sermon, the Voice‘s global sports podcast. In this episode, Nick Gavio is joined by Chris Dunn and Graham Piro to discuss the MLB Trade Deadline and its... Read more

By Nick Gavio, Chris Dunn and Graham Piro August 9, 2017

What is Pod May Never Die: Field of Fire

In this installment of What is Pod May Never Die, Jon Block, Caitlin Mannering, and Garrett Hinck discuss the thrilling fourth episode of Game of Thrones season seven.

By Jon Block, Caitlin Mannering and Garett Hinck August 8, 2017

The Best of Rap in the Year So Far

2017 has been a strange year for rap. With blockbuster projects from some of the biggest names in the game (and lesser-known artists) dropping seemingly weekly, it can be difficult... Read more

By Tyler Pearre and Parker Houston August 7, 2017

Untitled Leisure Project: Rick and Morty

In this episode of the Untitled Leisure Project, Jon Block is joined by special guest and former ULP host Daniel Varghese to discuss the new season of Rick and Morty.

By Jon Block and Daniel Varghese August 7, 2017