365 Days Later: College Students Speak Their Minds on COVID
After countless years of rising tuition with no transparency, now it’s time for the students to take a stand.
Robots & Cybersecurity: Oakland Observer’s Jared Gessler Interviews Dr. Kevin J. Slonka
Dr. Kevin J. Slonka is a Professor of Information Technology at the University of Pittsburgh at Greensburg. He previously taught at multiple universities in Western Pennsylvania and agreed to join us today to give an opinion and some insight on robotics and computer science in the local area. I spoke with him over Zoom about …
Versatili-tea
According to Chinese legend, in 5732 B.C., Emperor Shen Nung discovered tea when a leaf landed in his pot of boiling water. The pleasant scent it created made the Emperor curious enough to try drinking this hot leaf juice. It gave the emperor a warm feeling that inspired his further study of the drink and …
Symmetry and the Occult: Ari Aster’s “Hereditary” as Counterculture
“Hereditary” was the revival the horror genre needed as it entered the early 21st century. This essay examines how symmetry, images of the occult, and the nature of modern American society contributed to the film’s success.
Bridgerton: A Fabulous Faux Pas
Netflix’s Bridgerton may have been a treat for the eyes that left viewers swooning. However, upon closer inspection, the show is problematic.
Finding Balance Before You Burnout
Helpful tips for creating balance and taking breaks to juggle life’s stresses before you burnout.
20 Years Removed, How Would Magic Johnson’s Announcement of HIV Looked Today?
How would Magic Johnson’s announcement of his HIV diagnosis have played out in today’s society given the influence of social media? How has the way we covered and reported athletes changed?
Impotence in Mundanity: “Rosemary’s Baby”
A young 1960s couple moves into their dream abode together, but noisy neighbors won’t be their only… complication. What made Rosemary’s Baby terrifying to audiences in the 1960’s?
The State of Network Television During COVID-19
The fifth season of NBC’s “This Is Us” premiered last fall and, while the meaningful drama typical of the show was in full effect, something was distinctively unusual — or perhaps, it was too familiar for comfort.
Dealing with Memory Loss? The Source Could Be Unexpected
We often hear about the ways food affects our bodies, but mainly in relation to our physical health. Various food companies tout health-related benefits to their products, such as increased energy, lowered cholesterol, and fat loss. Lots of advice exists on how to keep our bodies in top shape. Typically when something is physically wrong …
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