Archive

The 250: Inside Out

Welcome to the 250! The 250 is a weekly podcast where Halftime staffers watch a movie on IMDb’s Top 250 list and discuss their thoughts on the work. This week... Read more

By Danielle Hewitt, Daniel Varghese and Erika Bullock November 7, 2016

Hacksaw Ridge Looks for God in Hell

Hacksaw Ridge, directed by Mel Gibson, tells the story of Congressional Medal of Honor recipient Private Desmond Doss (Andrew Garfield). Doss, a conscientious objector to violence, heroically saves the lives... Read more

By Brynne Long November 7, 2016

Critical Voices: Meek Mill, Dreamchasers 4

It has been over a year since rapper Meek Mill released a full-length studio album, but the Philadelphia-based rapper has certainly remained a relevant name in the hip-hop world. Since... Read more

By Tyler Pearre November 7, 2016

Offensive fliers target Latin American and language programs

Just before 7am on Oct. 31, doctoral student and Spanish instructor Chrissy Bistline-Bonilla discovered a flier glued to the door of the Spanish and Portuguese Department advertising a “Frito Bandito... Read more

By Cassidy Jensen November 6, 2016

Sports

Exorcised: Women’s soccer squeaks past Blue Demons and into Big East Championship

On a dramatic Friday afternoon contest at Shaw Field, the Georgetown women’s soccer team (15-2-3, 7-2-2 Big East) defeated the DePaul Blue Demons (10-6-3, 7-2-1 Big East) in penalty kicks... Read more

By Jorge DeNeve November 5, 2016

Taste Test: Pumpkin Party

On this episode of Taste Test, host Erika Bullock and Danielle Hewitt explore the wonderful Fall world of pumpkin flavored foods. Tune in to learn about the history of the pumpkin,... Read more

By Erika Bullock and Danielle Hewitt November 4, 2016

The Reel Pulpit: What Happened to Good Parody?

Until this summer, I had never considered walking out of a movie theater before the film ended. I’ve always thought that no matter how bad the film is, because I... Read more

By Graham Piro November 4, 2016

Halftime Sports

The Sports Sermon: World Series Reflections

On this week’s Sports Sermon, host Jon Block sits down with Chris Dunn and Graham Piro to look back on an incredible World Series. They discuss the excitement of game... Read more

By Jon Block, Chris Dunn and Graham Piro November 4, 2016

Georgetown students attend Wendy’s boycott march

On Oct. 30, the university’s chapter of the Student Farmworker Alliance (SFA) attended a march from the White House to a Wendy’s on New York Avenue in order to protest... Read more

By Rebecca Zaritsky November 4, 2016

Voice Your Style: Hong Kong to D.C.

I had to stop Shan Jiang in the library because her jacket was so unique. In fact, so unique that I had to change to a Hong Kong VPN to... Read more

By Isabelle Groenewegen November 4, 2016

James Vincent McMorrow: 9:30 Club, Wednesday 11/9

James Vincent McMorrow is an Irish singer-songwriter known for his soulful indie-acoustic sound and delicate vocals. He has released three albums to date, each one building on the previous to... Read more

By Devon O'Dwyer November 4, 2016

Opinion

Is the Smoke-Free Movement on Campus Being Purposefully Intransigent?

The recent smoking roundtable represents a very sad state of affairs for the Georgetown administration regarding the issue of smoking on campus. It is clear from the meeting that the... Read more

By Irsyad Iskandar November 3, 2016

GSC holds mock celebration on Nike issue

Gathered outside the empty office of President John DeGioia this past Friday, a group of around 50 students, athletes, and prospective parents sang as they demanded for Georgetown to cut... Read more

By Isabel Lord November 3, 2016

Halftime

The Chicago Cubs and the Power of Narrative

It is at times like last night’s World Series Game 7 when sports games best exemplify the gap between the hard reality of life on earth and the otherworldliness they... Read more

By Chris Dunn November 3, 2016

“Nosedive”: Black Mirror‘s Turbulent Season 3 Premiere

Black Mirror has returned for a third season. This time, the show has brought its reflections on the dark side of technology to our side of the pond. Like many... Read more

By Isaiah Seibert November 3, 2016

Halftime Sports

The Future of D.C. Sports

On May 15, 2015, the Verizon Center erupted into absolute pandemonium. Paul Pierce, aka “The Truth,” had done it again. Defying the laws of physics and somehow maintaining his footing,... Read more

By Noah Nelson November 3, 2016

Sports

Battle of the Bulldogs: Georgetown Advances in Big East Tournament

The No. 10 Georgetown women’s soccer team (15-2-2, 7-1-2 Big East) needed a statement win to start out their postseason run, and they got one in the form of a... Read more

By Chris Dunn November 3, 2016

Untitled Leisure Project: Underrated Comedians

On this week’s Untitled Leisure Project, host Daniel Varghese talks with leisure editor Mike Bergin about their favorite little known comedians. Warning: this podcast contains some sexually explicit content.

By Daniel Varghese and Michael Bergin November 2, 2016

Letters to the Editor

Letter to the Editor: Why Is Nike an Exception?

To the Editor, All companies that produce and sell apparel bearing Georgetown University’s name or trademark must sign a license agreement requiring them to comply with Georgetown’s Code of Conduct... Read more

By John Kline November 2, 2016

Former Kiribati President discusses climate change

Anote Tong, the former President of the island microstate of Kiribati, spoke on Oct. 17 in Copley Formal Lounge on the consequences of climate change. Tong’s speech was part of... Read more

By Michael Coyne November 2, 2016

Law students petition for paid leave on election day

Georgetown Law Center students began circulating a petition on Oct. 26, asking that the administration cancel all classes and provide all faculty with paid leave on election day. As of... Read more

By Noah Telerski November 2, 2016

How to Get Away With Murder Returns for Season 3

September 3rd brought the return of ABC’s How to Get Away with Murder, the hit TGIT show that revolves around mystery and drama. The opening of season 3 reminded viewers... Read more

By Tehya Corona November 2, 2016