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The 2025 VMAs: Is the Music Video on the Rise, or is it Destined to Fall?

Since the now-nostalgic days of Music Television (MTV), the music video scene is flooded with creativity, controversy, and the promise of a good time. After MTV’s first music video, “Video... Read more

By October 6, 2025

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An evening at an open mic night

At any given moment, millions of songs lie at our fingertips. Platforms like Spotify and Apple Music grant users convenient access to a massive inventory of music for a few... Read more

By October 3, 2025

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The allure of horror movies: Is it truly a misunderstood genre?

“We’re all mentally ill,” Stephen King writes in his essay Why We Crave Horror Movies. And while I once thought that this might be unique to all horror fans, I... Read more

By October 1, 2025

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A Case for the Classics: Halo 4

Being well into the 2020s, writing about the 2010s feels like travelling to a completely different era. Looking back at the video games of the past and picking up Halo... Read more

By September 26, 2025

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“Big Mama” and “People’s Princess” K.O. speculations of beef with new thunderous collaboration

Latto and Ice Spice have something to prove with their new single, and it’s not just that they were blessed in all the right places. “Gyatt” (2025) is a bass-heavy,... Read more

By September 25, 2025

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Halftime Leisure’s 2025 songs of the summer

1. “The Subway” – Chappell Roan After months of asking, begging, and pleading for Chappell Roan to release “The Subway,” she finally dropped the studio recording, and thank God she... Read more

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The tribe has spoken. Now, it’s our job to listen.

In recent years, gender and racial inequalities within Survivor have become a topic of academic investigation.

By May 31, 2025

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From the stage to the syllabus, Georgetown must take South Asian studies seriously

Now, we believe Georgetown University as an institution must supplement this existing programming with more cohesive South Asian scholarship.

By , and May 29, 2025

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A love letter to music in my four years at Georgetown

Paired with every song is a distinct memory of a “who” and “where” at Georgetown, little landmarks for me to remember my college years.

By April 28, 2025

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“This Conversation is Missing Your Voice” makes dissonance feel harmonious

Thom York and Mark Pritchard’s new single is not their first collaboration, but it is certainly their most exciting one yet.

By April 23, 2025

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Brighter days ahead: Ariana Grande’s new deluxe album is a cherry atop a masterpiece

eternal sunshine deluxe: brighter days ahead displays a level of thematic nuance and vocal expertise unrivaled by her peers.

By April 7, 2025

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The Outrun is devastating, hopeful, and quietly captivating

Ultimately, The Outrun begs the question: when your life is falling to pieces around you, when you come untethered, what do you choose to believe in?

By April 7, 2025

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The cultural history behind Brazil’s first Oscar win, I’m Still Here

I'm Still Here, based on Marcelo Rubens Paiva’s memoir, portrays the devastating impact of Brazil’s military dictatorship

By April 7, 2025

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Justice and chaos collide: A first look at Daredevil: Born Again

The highly anticipated premiere of Daredevil: Born Again on Disney+ delivered a gripping blend of courtroom drama and thrilling action.

By April 2, 2025

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Top 10 greatest rock songs of all time

“Thunderstruck” – AC/DC Like a lightning bolt from the heavens, this iconic guitar riff strikes with pure electricity. As Brian Johnson’s raspy wails thunder throughout the soundscape, a swirling storm... Read more

By March 30, 2025

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In “The Giver,” Chappell Roan says save a horse, ride a cowgirl!

“The Giver” is an embodiment of everything that makes Chappell Roan, Chappell Roan. It’s witty. It’s camp. It’s sexy.

By March 28, 2025

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American Murder: Gabby Petito: How technology is changing true crime

In 2021, America became transfixed by the brutal murder of Gabby Petito. Technology played a significant role in this story’s publicity.

By March 20, 2025

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Five years later, I question the 675 hours I spent playing “Animal Crossing: New Horizons”

I’ve decided to reflect on my history with the game—just how many hours in the past five years have I spent on this virtual island?

By March 16, 2025

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After 50 years, Saturday Night Live looks back and moves forward

For half a century, Saturday Night Live (SNL) has been a staple of American television, shaping and reflecting pop culture.

By March 10, 2025

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American Manhunt: O.J. Simpson is a tell-all that puts the other involved members on trial

Netflix released American Manhunt: O.J. Simpson, a four-episode documentary diving into the criminal trial against the former professional football star.

By February 23, 2025