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Music
The Controversy Behind JPEGMAFIA’s ‘LP!’ Reveals the Problem With Music Labels
‘LP!’ has some of the rapper’s best songs, but its gems cannot be found on official streaming services.
by EVAN QIANG
Entertainment
Why You Should Be Binge–Watching 'Inside Job'
If you’re curious to see a world in which conspiracy theorists are the arbiters of truth, this adult animated series is for you.
by CINDY ZHANG
Music
K–Indie Deserves More Attention
Here are four independent Korean rock bands worthy of your next fall playlist.
by TREASURE BROWN
Film
What to Watch if You Liked ‘Squid Game’
While you wait for the second season of 'Squid Game,' give some of these recommendations a try.
by EMILY MOON
Arts
Chinese Characters: A Perfect Balance of Form and Function
The age–old wisdom of kanji and hanzi is still relevant for future generations.
by ROGER GE
Music
The Voice: Where Aspiring Musicians' Dreams Get Snuffed Out
The reality singing competition had never produced a major music star from its winners.
by DEREK WONG
Music
Five Songs That You Need to Have for Your Midterm Playlist
Here are five songs to crush that looming midterm.
by DEREK WONG
Music
Nathy Peluso is Not Your Meme
The Argentinian singer is poised to rise to the top through her unique style and artistic capabilities.
by FERNANDA BRIZUELA
Television
The Problem With Hollywood's 25–Year–Old Teens
TV teens are mature, sexy, and seductive—the perfect bait for a hormonal teen audience—and that's a big problem.
by SHELBY ABAYIE
Film
What We Can Learn From 'Martha Marcy May Marlene,' Ten Years Later
This unconventional psychological thriller explores the relationship between cults and the human psyche.
by CINDY ZHANG
Music
Lucy Dacus Brings The Audience Home During Her Show At Union Transfer
Dacus’ 'Home Video' tour performance reminds us of cherished memories and the ones we wish to forget.
by KATE RATNER
Arts
We Can Still Hear the Echoes of 'Woman Hollering Creek'
Revisiting Sandra Cisneros’s iconic short story collection on its 30th anniversary
by IRMA KISS
Film
Wes Anderson’s Most Wes Anderson Movie Yet: 'The French Dispatch'
The film, which opened nationwide on Oct. 22nd, has all of the signature Wes Anderson trademarks—minus an endearing story.
by JACOB POLLACK
Arts
'From Scratch' Shows John Mulaney In His Most Honest Set Yet
In his new stand–up special, John Mulaney doesn’t shy away from the details of his controversial personal life.
by KAYLA COTTER
Television
'Ted Lasso' Season 2 Answers the Dreaded Sequel Question: What Now?
After a slow start, the show challenges its own hyper–optimism and finishes the season strong.
by KATHRYN XU
Film
Exposing Exploitative Practices Within the Japanese Animation Industry
Dire working conditions are sustaining weekly episode releases of your favorite animes.
by CINDY ZHANG
Music
Mac Miller's 'Faces' Raises Questions About Posthumous Music
The mixtape’s re–release gives a prophetic look at the rapper’s struggles four years before his death.
by GRAYSON CATLETT
Arts
City of Brotherly Love … and Thousands of Murals
Four must–see murals around campus and just across the Market Street Bridge.
by JESSA GLASSMAN
Film
The ‘Good For Her’ Cinematic Universe: Which 'It Girl' Will You Dress as this Halloween?
What your girlboss costume of choice says about the landscape of the female narrative in film & tv
by HEATHER SHIEH
Television
The Importance Behind Michaela Coel's Historic Emmy Win
Michaela Coel made Emmy history against all odds. How did she get there?
by MAME BALDE
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