Halftime

Halftime is the Voice’s sports and leisure blog.

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Binged: Search Party

In the first episode of TBS’s freshman comedy Search Party, main character Dory (Alia Shawkat of Arrested Development fame), brings up the disappearance of a college acquaintance, Chantal, at brunch.... Read more

By January 10, 2017

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In Defense of The Bachelor

On Jan. 2, the 21st season of The Bachelor premiered on ABC. It’s easy to dismiss The Bachelor as merely trashy reality television, and for sure, there’s a valid criticism... Read more

By January 10, 2017

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Sherlock Proceeds With A Game of Expectations

Sherlock continues to combine the rapid pace of an action film with the complexity of a novel, while simultaneously defying the principle that television shows wind down the moment a... Read more

By January 4, 2017

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The Untitled Leisure Project: Best of 2016

On this episode of Untitled Leisure Project, Voice staffers look back on the 2016’s best offerings in movies and music. Daniel Varghese sits down with Chris Dunn to discuss albums,... Read more

By , , and January 3, 2017

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Creativity in Crisis: Is it Really Alternative?

Literally, the term “alternative” denotes something that departs from the norm, seeking creative and artistic divergence by uncovering unconventional sounds that provide listening ears with new options to tune into.... Read more

By January 3, 2017

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Why Gilmore Girls is the Worst (But You Should Binge Watch It Anyway)

This one’s for the Ivy rejects. For the girls who can’t get boys to commit to relationships. This is for everyone who hates when writers think purposefully-annoying characters are funny.... Read more

By January 1, 2017

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Halftime’s Top 10 Films of 2016

2016 was an up and down year in Hollywood. While the box office is set to break records, the plethora of celebrity deaths and underachieving summer blockbusters cast a shadow... Read more

By December 30, 2016

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May the Force Be With Her

On December 23, 2016, Carrie Fisher went into cardiac arrest while on board a flight to Los Angeles. The heart attack she suffered proved to be fatal; Fisher passed away... Read more

By December 28, 2016

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Big Problems: How the Sixers Could fix their Struggles at Center

“They need to figure this sh-t out, man,” a clearly upset Nerlens Noel said after the Philadelphia 76ers lost 100-89 to the Lakers on national television. “F–k out of here.”... Read more

By December 22, 2016

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Pogba Dab vs. Griezmann Dance: The Definitive Judgment

The sport of soccer is full of tough to answer questions. Who’s the world’s best player, Lionel Messi or Cristiano Ronaldo? Who’s a better manager, Pep Guardiola or Jurgen Klopp?... Read more

By December 22, 2016

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How To Look Ridiculous at a Silent Disco

There are only a few things that motivate a wimpy Californian like me to brave the chilly East Coast nights. A silent disco is one of them. Lots of random... Read more

By December 15, 2016

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Taste Test: Tasty

On this episode of the Taste Test, Erika Bullock, Daniel Varghese, and Danielle Hewitt try some of their favorite Tasty and Tastemade recipes.

By , and December 9, 2016

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The 250: Monty Python and the Holy Grail

Welcome to the 250! This week Danielle Hewitt sat down with Erika Bullock to talk about the comedic staple Monty Python and the Holy Grail.  

By and December 8, 2016

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The Sports Sermon: College Football Playoff

Host Nick Gavio talks about the College Football Playoff and Heisman race with Editorial Board Chair Chris Dunn, Assistant Features Editor Jonny Amon, and Sports writer Eamon Coburn.

By , , and December 8, 2016

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Leisure Slack Chat: Screw the Grammy’s

The nominees for the 59th Grammy Awards were announced yesterday morning. Former Leisure Editors Michael Bergin and Daniel Varghese got together later in the day over Slack to discuss what... Read more

By and December 7, 2016

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Untitled Leisure Project: Fantastic Beasts and Where Not To Find Them

On this episode of Untitled Leisure Project, Daniel Varghese sits down with a panel of Voice staffers to discuss, Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them, the newest addition to the extended Harry... Read more

By , , , and December 7, 2016

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Case for the Classics: A Christmas Story

It’s that time of year again: trees are decorated, toys are marketed, lights are strung, and I want to watch A Christmas Story. The 1983 film, directed by Bob Clark... Read more

By December 6, 2016

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Why A Seat at the Table Should Have Been the Best of 2016

A Seat at the Table feels like how I think dropping acid and going to a museum would feel like. Of course I’ve never done that before, but one time... Read more

By December 6, 2016

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Does Bruce Arena make sense for the U.S.?

Last Monday, Jurgen Klinsmann was fired as head coach of the U.S. Men’s National Soccer Team. A day later, Bruce Arena was hired as his replacement. Arena previously managed the... Read more

By December 6, 2016

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Questions for the Vegas Golden Knights

On Nov. 22, it was officially announced that the National Hockey League’s new Las Vegas team, scheduled to first take the ice in the fall of 2017, will be known... Read more

By December 6, 2016