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SXSW 2026: Opportunity is yours to make, don't wait.
“Some people could look at a mud puddle and see an ocean with ships.”
― Zora Neale Hurston, Their Eyes Were Watching God
South by Southwest (SXSW) was an opportunity of a lifetime. The freedom, confidence and understanding of my place in the strategic communication industry that I gained is irreplaceable.
― Zora Neale Hurston, Their Eyes Were Watching God
South by Southwest (SXSW) was an opportunity of a lifetime. The freedom, confidence and understanding of my place in the strategic communication industry that I gained is irreplaceable.
‘Forbidden Fruits’ gives viewers a rotten coven to love
Director Meredith Alloway’s “Forbidden Fruits”cameout March 27. However, some were lucky enough to get a sneak peek at the scandalously mysterious fruit named Mall Mean Girls at this year's South by Southwest film and music festival.
Here is what to expect from the campy, crazy and entertaining ride that is Alloway’s “Forbidden Fruits.”
Starring in the movie are Lili Reinhart as Apple, Victoria Pedretti as Cherry, Alexandra Shipp as Fig, Lola Tung as Pumpkin an...
Here is what to expect from the campy, crazy and entertaining ride that is Alloway’s “Forbidden Fruits.”
Starring in the movie are Lili Reinhart as Apple, Victoria Pedretti as Cherry, Alexandra Shipp as Fig, Lola Tung as Pumpkin an...
‘Ready or Not 2’ sends double-or-nothing, deadlier game to box offices
Spoilers ahead.
The sequel to directors Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett’s “Ready or Not” was released in theaters March 20. “Ready or Not 2: Here I Come,” starts directly where the first installment leaves us, final girl Grace MacCaullay (Samara Weaving) being rushed to the hospital. It is there that audiences learn she has a younger sister, Faith MacCaullay (Kathryn Newton), whom she had not seen for seven years. Grace MacCaullay survived and won the game in the first movie. In this one...
The sequel to directors Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett’s “Ready or Not” was released in theaters March 20. “Ready or Not 2: Here I Come,” starts directly where the first installment leaves us, final girl Grace MacCaullay (Samara Weaving) being rushed to the hospital. It is there that audiences learn she has a younger sister, Faith MacCaullay (Kathryn Newton), whom she had not seen for seven years. Grace MacCaullay survived and won the game in the first movie. In this one...
For The Record: Timothée Chalamet isn’t just offensive, he’s uneducated
Dune actor Timothée Chalamet is under fire for comments about ballet and opera, made in a Feb. 24 video with Matthew McConaughey in the Variety & CNN Town Hall.
“I don’t want to be working in opera and ballet, or things where it’s like ‘keep this thing alive,” Chalamet said. “Even though it’s like, no one cares about this thing.”
Chalamet’s comments about the industry aren’t just offensive. His commentary is disrespectful to those who sacrificed their minds and...
“I don’t want to be working in opera and ballet, or things where it’s like ‘keep this thing alive,” Chalamet said. “Even though it’s like, no one cares about this thing.”
Chalamet’s comments about the industry aren’t just offensive. His commentary is disrespectful to those who sacrificed their minds and...
Entertainment Look-A-Head: ‘They Will Kill You,' new Fetty Wap album
Tuesday, March 24
The Athens Cinema presents "Enter the Kingdom: The Shawshank Redemptionat 7 p.m. for fans of the Stephen King novella and novella adaptation.
Admission is $8.
The Athena Cinema is also hosting a National Evening of Science on Screen featuring a special screening of "Project Hail Marywith a talk by Ohio University professor Dr. Sarah Wyatt.
Admission is free — tickets are required.
Wednesday, March 25
The College of Arts and Sciences is host...
The Athens Cinema presents "Enter the Kingdom: The Shawshank Redemptionat 7 p.m. for fans of the Stephen King novella and novella adaptation.
Admission is $8.
The Athena Cinema is also hosting a National Evening of Science on Screen featuring a special screening of "Project Hail Marywith a talk by Ohio University professor Dr. Sarah Wyatt.
Admission is free — tickets are required.
Wednesday, March 25
The College of Arts and Sciences is host...
NEXT Advertising Agency
I worked with my team to create promotional campaigns for GoBus, developing branding, commercials, and community-driven initiatives as the service expanded across Ohio. We also collaborated on campaign concepts for Siemens USA and built meaningful partnerships with organizations like Passionworks.
SXSW Music Showcase In Review: All-American Rejects, Don Toliver
South by Southwest days one and two included some of the best and brightest in the music industry. With many amazing prospects, some long-time stars and some currently rising to the icon status gave shows that proved music truly never dies.
With electrifying performances, both the All-American Rejects and Don Toliver lit up Austin’s night life with extraordinary performances in preparation for both upcoming tours and new album releases.
Here are some of the hig...
With electrifying performances, both the All-American Rejects and Don Toliver lit up Austin’s night life with extraordinary performances in preparation for both upcoming tours and new album releases.
Here are some of the hig...
YouTube evolves throughout years of internet drama
The 2010s marked YouTube’s golden age with a height of innovative content and the creation of a global community. However, the past decade has been overwhelmed by scandals and foundational changes which have caused many to leave the platform behind.
YouTube’s controversies highlighted a problem in the system
In 2017, YouTuber Felix Kjellberg, known as PewDiePie on the platform, became the center of shocking controversies surrounding hate speech and imagery that...
YouTube’s controversies highlighted a problem in the system
In 2017, YouTuber Felix Kjellberg, known as PewDiePie on the platform, became the center of shocking controversies surrounding hate speech and imagery that...
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This week, Michael and Sophia, along with special guest Nyla Gilbert, dive into the Oscars, talking about big names on even bigger screens.
This week, Michael and Sophia, along with special guest Nyla Gilbert, dive into the Oscars, talking about big names on even bigger screens.
This week, Michael and Sophia, along with special guest Nyla Gilbert, dive into the Oscars, talking about big names on even bigger screens.
For the Record: Epstein was a eugenicist of America’s making
We should be angrier about the content of the Epstein files. There should be more anger about applications in Immigration and Customs Enforcement camps, the foster care system and stigmatizing kids who age out of the system.
We should be angrier about the wealthy stealing the autonomy of babies and children before they are even old enough to know what autonomy means.
This country has a history of cruelty at the hands of the animalistic menagerie of the top 1%;...
We should be angrier about the wealthy stealing the autonomy of babies and children before they are even old enough to know what autonomy means.
This country has a history of cruelty at the hands of the animalistic menagerie of the top 1%;...
Animated movies that deserve more hype
Animation has been a consistent medium of visual storytelling and performance. Some of the best movies of the year are animated movies, yet they lack respect as a genre in the movie award industry.
With the recent interest in movies like “K-Pop Demon Hunters,” “Zootopia 2” and “Spiderman: Across the Spider-Verse,” there is an eye on animation and its unique ability to tell poignant and expressive stories. For those who are new to the animated genre, here are some animated movies that deserve mo...
With the recent interest in movies like “K-Pop Demon Hunters,” “Zootopia 2” and “Spiderman: Across the Spider-Verse,” there is an eye on animation and its unique ability to tell poignant and expressive stories. For those who are new to the animated genre, here are some animated movies that deserve mo...
Bridgerton season four introduces reality to fairytale
WARNING: Spoilers for "Bridgerton" Season 4
Netflix’s sensation, “Bridgerton,” returned for its fourth season Jan. 29, with the release of part one. The first four episodes of the season have been released, introducing us to our newest love prospect to join the fan-favorite Bridgerton-in-law list, along with reintroducing us to a certain “B” named Bridgerton brother who acts as this season's focus.
Benedict Bridgerton (Luke Thompson) is this season’s Bridgerton...
Netflix’s sensation, “Bridgerton,” returned for its fourth season Jan. 29, with the release of part one. The first four episodes of the season have been released, introducing us to our newest love prospect to join the fan-favorite Bridgerton-in-law list, along with reintroducing us to a certain “B” named Bridgerton brother who acts as this season's focus.
Benedict Bridgerton (Luke Thompson) is this season’s Bridgerton...
Roblox vs. Schlep: Exposing child predators is vigilantism
The gaming platform Roblox has been at the center of controversy for the past year, due to allegedly being used as a hub for child grooming, which left the platform as the defendant in over 35 lawsuits last year, including a case against the state of Louisiana.
Currently, attorney Mike Mandell, also known as Law by Mike on social media, is partnering with Schlep, a Roblox YouTuber and predator buster, in a lawsuit against the game’s platform. Currently, he is representing 800 victims....
Currently, attorney Mike Mandell, also known as Law by Mike on social media, is partnering with Schlep, a Roblox YouTuber and predator buster, in a lawsuit against the game’s platform. Currently, he is representing 800 victims....
For the Record: ICE is a homegrown issue
As said by the late member of the Black Liberation Army and a Black revolutionist, Assata Shakur, “We need to be weapons of mass construction, weapons of mass love. It’s not enough just to change the system. We need to change ourselves.” She believed we must create a world community, built on a system of socialist ideals and understanding.
To those who have never heard of her and wonder why the name might sound familiar, she was the aunt and godmother of rapper Tupac Shakur. Tupac and Assata we...
To those who have never heard of her and wonder why the name might sound familiar, she was the aunt and godmother of rapper Tupac Shakur. Tupac and Assata we...
Percy Jackson returns more chaotic than ever
Jan. 21 marked the conclusion of season two of Disney+’s “Percy Jackson and the Olympians.” The adaptation of author Rick Riordan’s popular 18-book series is proving to be a fan favorite, yet there are some concerns from long-time fans about the execution of certain plot points. However, the conclusion and subsequent preview have fans looking forward to an anticipated season three.
This season, audiences were introduced to many new and important faces, including one lightning-wielding demigodde...
This season, audiences were introduced to many new and important faces, including one lightning-wielding demigodde...
Awards shows trailblaze 2026 fashion trends
Now that the 2026 Golden Globes and Critics’ Choice Awards are over, it seems the first staples of 2026’s fashion trends have been shown. From molten gold and cobalt blue to deep colors and sleek, wave-like silhouettes accompanied by statement diamonds, these trends are taking over the awards show fashion scene.
Achromatic fashion is back with a vengeance. One of the trends at this year's Golden Globes was the colors black and white. Nearly half of this year’s most noticeable looks were a range...
Achromatic fashion is back with a vengeance. One of the trends at this year's Golden Globes was the colors black and white. Nearly half of this year’s most noticeable looks were a range...
For the Record: BSU calls out OU admin relationship with student body
On Jan. 2, Ohio University’s Black Student Union posted a letter on its Instagram account addressed to university President Lori Gonzalez and Executive President and Provost Donald J. Leo. The letter, dated Nov. 26, 2025, expressed dissatisfaction with OU’s lack of support for students of color and multicultural organizations. The student leaders requested that the Multicultural Exposition budget be reinstated, along with a 30-minute meeting to discuss the impacts of Senate Bill 1.
Citing how t...
Citing how t...
Steam Hardware might rewire gaming industry
The popular gaming platform Steam announced Steam Hardware, its very own gaming console in tandem with its host corporation, Valve. Having already released its Steam Deck, its handheld portable gaming PC, it is adding three new devices to its officially launched Steam Hardware brand.
This first of the newly announced devices is the Steam controller. Steam, as a gaming archive, lets players have a more hands-on experience anywhere, without having to travel with a full-sized console....
This first of the newly announced devices is the Steam controller. Steam, as a gaming archive, lets players have a more hands-on experience anywhere, without having to travel with a full-sized console....
Entertainment Look-A-Head: 2026 is the year for horror
For horror fans, numerous upcoming projects arriving in the genre are guaranteed to make 2026 a scarily exciting year. For longtime fans, the next installments of popular franchises are gearing up to use nostalgia and resurfacing storylines to their benefit. In gaming and film alike, some announcements are garnering both negative and positive traction.
CAPCOM is releasing the ninth installment of the “Resident Evil” franchise, “Resident Evil Requiem.” 30 years after the Raccoon City incident, t...
CAPCOM is releasing the ninth installment of the “Resident Evil” franchise, “Resident Evil Requiem.” 30 years after the Raccoon City incident, t...
Percy Jackson dives into a world of monsters
The anticipated trailer for season two of the book series turned TV adaptation, centering Greek demigods and mythological creatures, “Percy Jackson & The Olympians” was released Nov. 6.
The trailer shows us the start of the newest journey for our main protagonists, along with some new and recurring faces. Satyr Grover Underwood (Aryan Simhadri), protector of our main protagonist, Percy Jackson (Walker Scobell), has been captured by a sea monster while on a quest....
The trailer shows us the start of the newest journey for our main protagonists, along with some new and recurring faces. Satyr Grover Underwood (Aryan Simhadri), protector of our main protagonist, Percy Jackson (Walker Scobell), has been captured by a sea monster while on a quest....
‘Gen V’ Season 2 sets the stage for ‘The Boys’ Season 5
Continuing from the ending of season four of “The Boys” (2019) by creator Eric Kripke, also known for creating “Supernatural” (2005-2020), “Gen V” season two reintroduces us to the beloved college students and the resulting states of distress and peril after season one’s season finale.
SPOILER WARNING: MAJOR SPOILERS AHEAD
The season kicks off by introducing us to Thomas Godolkin, the creator of compound V and the grandfather of Godolkin University. Godolkin, pl...
SPOILER WARNING: MAJOR SPOILERS AHEAD
The season kicks off by introducing us to Thomas Godolkin, the creator of compound V and the grandfather of Godolkin University. Godolkin, pl...
Monaleo’s ‘Who Did The Body?’ shows black American pride
Thirty years ago, Outkast member Andre 3000 said one of the most infamous lines in Hip-Hop history, as the rap group was booed off while accepting the award for “Best New Artist” during the 1995 Source Awards: “The South got something to say.”
During that time, the East and West Coasts were engaged in a prolific music battle to show who owned the rap genre. Andre 3000 and Outkast winning that night is a moment that changed the trajectory and image of who the “shot callers” of the rap game were,...
During that time, the East and West Coasts were engaged in a prolific music battle to show who owned the rap genre. Andre 3000 and Outkast winning that night is a moment that changed the trajectory and image of who the “shot callers” of the rap game were,...
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