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Lessons from Literature: Norwegian Wood

“In that moment I understood what that tremor of the heart had been. It was a kind of childhood longing that had always remained – and would forever remain –... Read more

By Tatiana Lebreton October 3, 2017

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The Weekly List: Freshman Feels

Fellow freshmen, we have made it through the first month. At this point, the constant social interaction, the aggressively average food, and the work we put off every weekend is... Read more

By Joy Kim October 2, 2017

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Brand New Leo’s, Same Old Mistakes

Last year, we hated Leo’s in a semi-endearing way. Then Georgetown told us they were making it better. Instead, Leo’s has found new and improved ways to fail at dining.... Read more

By Emily Jaster and Jack Townsend September 28, 2017

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The Channel Chasers Pod Debut!

On the debut episode of Channel Chasers, Jon Block and Graham Piro discuss BoJack Horseman, and are joined by Alex Boyd to talk about Rick and Morty.

By Jon Block, Alex Boyd and Graham Piro September 27, 2017

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Trailer Takes: The Maze Runner: Death Cure, Isle of Dogs, and The Disaster Artist

The Maze Runner: Death Cure: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S_9OSktlm6s Juliana: This trailer is just…wow. I watched the last two Maze Runner movies back in 2014 and in 2015, but I have to admit... Read more

By Halftime Staff September 27, 2017

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Unpacking Hollywood’s Summer from Hell

Pennywise isn’t a superhero—but after It broke box office records over its opening weekend, he might want to consider a career change. A clown that spends his time in the... Read more

By Graham Piro September 26, 2017

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Hoyas’ Jessie Govan breaks into the rap game as Finesse Jess

Georgetown’s men’s basketball team has more than just a new coach; Jessie Govan, the Hoyas’ junior center, is trying his hand at rap under the name Finesse Jess. Jess has... Read more

By Gustav Honl-Stuenkel September 26, 2017

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What the Emmys Are Telling Us About Modern Media

The world of streaming versus traditional broadcast When the Emmys began, there was no alternative to shows produced by traditional television brands, but this domination is no longer the case.... Read more

By Kara Tippins September 25, 2017

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The Weekly List: How to Feel Like a Badass

It’s Friday night and you’re done with classes for the week. I’ve just done you the favor of creating a playlist that combines how great you’re feeling with how great... Read more

By Michelle Amoedo September 25, 2017

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The 250: Prisoners

In this week’s episode, Danielle Hewitt and Kayla Hewitt discuss Prisoners (2014) starring Hugh Jackman. Intro and outdo borrows from the movie’s theme music, “The Lord’s Prayer” by Jóhann Jóhannsson.

By Danielle Hewitt and Kayla Hewitt September 22, 2017

Podcasts

The Reel Pulpit: It

Welcome to the Reel Pulpit, the Voice‘s brand-new podcast within the Untitled Leisure Project focusing on timely movie reviews. In this episode, host Graham Piro discusses the movie It with Emily... Read more

By Graham Piro, Ryan Mazalatis and Emily Jaster September 20, 2017

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Trailer Takes: Murder on the Orient Express, Kingsman, and Flatliners

Murder on the Orient Express: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mq4m3yAoW8E Gustav: There are some fairly well-known actors in this; I’m excited to see how it goes. It looks very stylish and expensive, which usually... Read more

By Halftime Staff September 20, 2017

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Fox loves Taco, and I do too.

I thought the perfect chai latte didn’t exist. I thought I’d be searching my entire life for the right balance of sweet and spicy, for a not-too-hot concoction, for something... Read more

By Claire Goldberg September 19, 2017

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The Weekly List: International Acts

If you find yourself falling into a musical slump, how about looking abroad for the next little something to spice up your playlist? 1. Man With a Mission: “Dead End... Read more

By Monica Cho September 18, 2017

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Emmys 2017 Predictions

The Emmys are upon us, and with Game of Thrones ineligible this year, we are in for a wild ride that is sure to bring some welcomed surprises. This year... Read more

By Luis Borrero September 17, 2017

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The 250: Wild Tales