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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 , and November 4, 2016

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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 November 4, 2016

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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 November 3, 2016

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“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 November 3, 2016

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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 November 3, 2016

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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 and November 2, 2016

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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 November 2, 2016

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Check the Booth: An Argument for Extended Instant Replay in Pro Sports

There’s nothing more frustrating than your favorite team getting screwed out of an important win because of an officiating error. It happens fairly often. No matter the sport, there’s always... Read more

By November 2, 2016

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Hamilton’s America Explores the Creation of a Cultural Phenomenon

Hamilton’s America set out to tell “the story behind the revolutionary musical,” and it does exactly that. The documentary provides history about Alexander Hamilton, shows the process of the creation of... Read more

By November 1, 2016

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The Weekly List: Crazy Ex-Girlfriend

Crazy Ex-Girlfriend is a show about a woman who dropped her fancy job in New York City and moved to California in the hopes of reconnecting with her summer camp... Read more

By October 31, 2016

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Critical Voices: Jimmy Eat World, Integrity Blues

Jimmy Eat World’s “The Middle” is a quintessential emo anthem. It’s even seen a recent spike in activity, owing to Taylor Swift’s Apple Music ad, but Integrity Blues, the band’s... Read more

By October 31, 2016

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Send Them Back to School

In 2010, the NFL debuted its new “modified sudden-death” overtime rule for that year’s playoffs. The rule change set the stage for another miracle for Tim Tebow in Denver, breaking... Read more

By October 29, 2016

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Lessons From Literature: The Alchemist

“There was a language in the world that everyone understood, a language the boy had used throughout the time that he was trying to improve things at the shop. It... Read more

By October 28, 2016

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Voice Your Style: Trio of Style

Just when I was lacking inspiration on a gray Thursday morning I stumbled upon the best trio Georgetown style has ever seen. Luckily, these guys were on campus to find... Read more

By October 28, 2016

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Life After Deathly Hallows: The Wizarding World’s Extended Life

Like Lord Voldemort at the end of Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire, the enthusiasm of Harry Potter’s fandom has been resurrected in full-force, after years of being not-so-dormant.... Read more

By October 27, 2016

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The 250: Donnie Darko

Welcome to the 250! On this special Halloween episode, Danielle Hewitt and Daniel Varghese discuss the convoluted plot of Donnie Darko. 

By and October 27, 2016

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Taste Test: UberEATS

In the latest episode of Taste Test, host Erika Bullock, Danielle Hewitt, and Daniel Varghese explore the history of food delivery, from its origins around the world to the advent of... Read more

By , and October 26, 2016

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Artist Spotlight: Our Last Night

You could listen to pop music, but maybe that’s too mainstream for your angsty, alternative self. Might I recommend the Punk Goes Pop albums? They’re exactly what they sound like:... Read more

By October 26, 2016

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The Walking Dead Season 7 Premiere: Bats, Bodies, and Blood

After ending Season 6 on the cliffhanger to rule them all, Negan and Lucille came out swinging (see what I did there?) in the Season 7 premiere of AMC’s The... Read more

By October 26, 2016

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Untitled Leisure Project: Black Mirror

In this week’s Untitled Leisure Project, Danielle Hewitt, filling in for Daniel Varghese, sits down with Jon Block and Kenneth Lee to discuss the Netflix (and former Channel 4) show... Read more

By , and October 25, 2016