Tag: Op Ed

When The Show Plays A Role In The Discourse Shaping Online Identity

When The Show Plays A Role In The Discourse Shaping Online Identity

After examining the current media landscape and the online discussions centered around different interpretations of characters and the stories told about them, it’s plain to see that television is no longer just a medium for storytelling but a catalyst for identity formation and digital discourse. Today’s shows aren’t merely written to entertain; they’re engineered to […]

Umamusume: Pretty Derby Global Release Takes Gaming Community by Storm

Horse racing, especially in Japan, is a very popular sport, with the sport garnering a large audience, high betting turnover and strong cultural relevance would lead to many media being produced around it. “Umamusume: Pretty Derby,” is one such game, with the base premise being that of personified race horses. The game features a wide […]

The Supreme Court Is Having a Legitimacy Crisis—And That’s the Point

The Supreme Court Is Having a Legitimacy Crisis—And That’s the Point

The U.S. Supreme Court has long been regarded as the guardian of constitutional balance — a stabilizing force amid political turbulence. But in recent years, that perception has been tested. A series of high-profile rulings and ethical controversies have sparked growing concern across the political spectrum not just about the Court’s decisions but about the […]

Previously On…: The Lost Art of Episodic Television

Previously On…: The Lost Art of Episodic Television

In the golden age of television, a single episode could stand on its own — a self-contained story with a beginning, middle and end. From “The Twilight Zone” to “Law & Order,” episodic television once thrived on the power of the hour. But in today’s streaming-dominated landscape, the episodic format has largely been eclipsed by […]

Influencers Are Ruining Fashion

Influencers have risen to celebrity status, appearing everywhere from Super Bowl commercials to front covers of Vogue. They influence so much of the entertainment and fashion worlds with everyone wanting to know what they’re doing and what they’re wearing. And brands? They’ve taken notice.  Clothing brands know that if they get the hot, new influencer […]

Jurassic World Rebirth Is Exceeding Box Office Predictions

The newest installment in the “Jurassic Park,” franchise, “Jurassic World Rebirth,” arrived in theaters on July 2, 2025, last Wednesday. Its box office was initially projected to be $260 million, yet it easily cleared this calculation with an impressive $380 million.  According to AP News, “The Universal Pictures release, directed by Gareth Edwards, opened on […]

Trump Paramount Settlement Raises Free Speech and Merger Concerns

Paramount recently settled a lawsuit with President Donald Trump over a 2024 “60 Minutes” interview with Kamala Harris. Trump claimed that the interview was edited in a way to portray him negatively and he sued for defamation. Paramount Global, the parent company to CBS in which the interview aired, said in a statement that they […]

Streaming the Game: How Sports Leagues Are Monetizing Fandom Fatigue

Streaming the Game: How Sports Leagues Are Monetizing Fandom Fatigue

In an era where loyalty is currency, sports leagues are cashing in on something unexpected: fandom fatigue. The modern sports fan is overwhelmed. Between streaming subscriptions, fantasy leagues, betting apps and social media content, following a team has become a full-time job. What was once a seasonal ritual has morphed into a year-round marketing machine. […]

Subnautica 2 Leadership Team Let Go By Krafton: What Does This Mean for the Game?

“Subnautica,” is one of the most popular indie survival horror games ever made and with the announcement for a sequel and its trailer dropping last year, many fans have been waiting with baited breath for early access to become available to the public. However, with Krafton acquiring Unknown Worlds Entertainment on Oct 29, 2021, fans […]

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