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The Golden Globes 2026: Welcome Back to the Chaos

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Jan 15

The Alleged Face Chlamydia Outbreak in St. Barth's: Explained

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Jan 11

Hollywood Reboots, Influencer Fatigue, and Pop Flops: Why Everything Feels the Same

Late-stage capitalism has turned entertainment into a safety-obsessed, consumer-driven wasteland where corporations prioritize profits over creative…

Jan 6

2025: The Year of Spectacular Flops and Stunning Feats

Let's review as a class

Dec 31, 2025

2025 Was a Bad Year for Millennials

Once-untouchable pop stars exposed how creative stagnation, insecurity, and ideological decay disrupt the relationship with their fans

Dec 27, 2025

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When the Moodboard Eclipses the Music: Taylor & Doja’s Fear of Being Seen

Listen now (17 mins) | 2025 has been a wild, inspired year for pop.

Oct 8, 2025

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