Why it matters if we’re listening to Geese, New York’s newest indie rock darling
Geese may be New York’s newest indie obsession, but their rise reveals something bigger about vulnerability in rock, the power of fan communities, and who receives the spotlight in the music world.
Are Female Pop Stars Held to a Higher Standard?
Why are male pop stars praised for “authenticity” while women are punished for anything less than perfection?
In Defense of the Performative Man
The rise of the so-called “performative man” has become one of 2025’s loudest cultural arguments—but the backlash says far more about us than it does about him.
The “Rodrina” Internet Sensation: What the “Crossover Ship” Reveals About Fandom Culture and the Future of Social Media Marketing
Why is the internet suddenly obsessed with Regina George and Rodrick Heffley as a couple—and what does that say about us?
Should Robots Help My Grandma!?
As robots become more common in eldercare, we face tough questions about replacing human touch with technology. Can a robot really provide the care and empathy Grandma deserves?
What Your Favorite Yellowjackets Character Says About You
Spoiler Warning: This article contains spoilers for Yellowjackets season 3.
Severance Season 2 Episode 7 “Chikhai Bardo”: Who are we without our memories?
What Severance tells us about memory, grief, and identity.
When Fashion Forgets Its Roots
When high fashion struts down the runway draped in stolen stories, whose heritage is really being celebrated?
The Streets (and Save Files) that Raised Us
Video games might seem like a solo escape, but some of the most unforgettable moments they offer are built on teamwork, chaos, and the friends who throw your games just to watch the world burn.
Chappell Roan Sparks Debate on White Feminism and Performative Allyship
As Chappell Roan rises to pop stardom, the question isn’t whether she dazzles—but whether her feminism and allyship are anything more than just a performance.
My Experience Leasing An Apartment On St. Marks
Renting your first NYC apartment as a college student can be overwhelming—but if you’re lucky, it might just become the best part of your year.
You Need to Download Substack
In a barren desert of endless doomscrolling, Substack may just be the ultimate oasis.
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