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Were they cursed or was it a tragedy? Exploring the Glee Curse and why we seek conspiracy in celebrity deaths

October 10, 2026 Mariah P

   If you are not familiar, Glee is a comedy/drama TV show created by Ryan Murphy that ran from 2009-2015. With six seasons, plenty of episodes, and 40-minute durations, this show was centered around a Glee club at McKinley High School in Lima, Ohio. The Glee Club is composed of

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The Ozempidemic: How Meghan Trainor’s Musical Brand Changed with her Weight Loss Journey

September 22, 2026 Grace Weigand

In 2014, Meghan Trainor released “All About That Bass,” a song that not only spread a message, but built her brand based on body positivity. The song promoted self-acceptance and love for your natural body, regardless of industry standards or the “right” clothing size. Lines such as, “every inch of

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Smooth Criminal: Art vs. Allegations

December 20, 2025December 13, 2025 Claire Williams

What do we do when the artists who shaped our culture become the center of controversy? As accusations, scandals, and ethical questions surface around some of the most influential creative figures of our time, a pressing debate has emerged about whether we can separate the art from the artist. Michael

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How Indie Horror Games Are Beating Cinema At Bringing Awareness to Societal Struggles

December 10, 2025December 9, 2025 Warveen Suleiman

People are constantly trying to find new and innovative ways to bring their ideas to life by bringing awareness to social issues around the globe. Throughout the years, the gaming industry has had a reputation for giving its audiences an immersive gaming experience and compelling storytelling that exceeds that of

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From Concern to Controversy: The Two Sides of the Ariana Grande “Wicked” Debate

December 10, 2025 moriah newberry

Wicked, a classic broadway show that has been known for many years now has recently released a second film in its series and has become among the top categories for entertainment. The movie itself gained massive popularity for its casting of singer Ariana Grande. Many fans were instantly hinged to

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Childhood for Sale: Growing Up In Hollywood

December 3, 2025 Jace Johnson

In recent years, former child stars have begun speaking openly about the truth and effects of growing up in Hollywood, revealing a culture that treats children less like people and more like products. Josh Peck, known for Drake & Josh, has become one of the most vocal figures discussing these

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The Ex-Presidents: Hiding Behind Political Justifications

November 8, 2025November 3, 2025 Molly Grocki

Picture this: four surfers running into a bank in suits, sporting masks of former presidents, to perform one of the most iconic robberies in film history. Is it even possible to get a more picture-perfect example of the intersection between art and crime? I think not. In a curated blend

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Everyone Saw, No One Stopped It: The Industry’s Exploitation of Justin Bieber

November 8, 2025November 3, 2025 Ashley Burnett

Discovered in 2008 by Scooter Braun at just 14 years old, Justin Bieber’s rise to fame was astronomical. He was quickly taken under the wing of high profile musicians such as Usher, Miley Cyrus, Drake, and…P Diddy. As Sean “Diddy” Combs’ sex trafficking trial overtakes the media, his past relationship

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Ed and Lorraine Warren: The Frauds and Grifters of Ghost Hunting

September 27, 2025September 25, 2025 Jordan Elise Alfaro

When you start hearing knocking noises and whispers in an empty house… Who will you call? Ed and Lorraine Warren! Ed and Lorraine Warren are a well-known couple in the paranormal industry of encountering haunted houses, dark entities, and possessed items and people. They were called on by families to

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The Tragedy of The Wizard of the OZ

December 5, 2024 Sophia Villa

As the new movie Wicked is premiering over Thanksgiving weekend, it is bringing back attention to the 1939 film The Wizard of Oz. The Wizard of Oz is an American musical fantasy film that was an adaptation of the 1900 children’s fantasy novel. The story is about an imaginative teen

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