Playlists
'Percy Jackson' is Back, But Not Necessarily Better Yet
The series is set to join the pantheon of nostalgia traps. What’s different this time?
Frida Kahlo’s Likeness Has Become More Important Than Her Art
How capitalism and consumer feminism has made the artist merely a symbol.
Emily Whitehead’s Back at Penn With a New Story
Emily is best known for overcoming cancer here on campus. Now she's returning to start a new chapter.
Self–Diagnosis in the Age of the Endless Scroll
#fyp #mentalhealthawareness #neurodiversity #therapy #adhd #autism #asd #anxiety #healthy #selfcare #wellness #community #putafingerdownchallenge
Wes Anderson’s Obsession with Artifice
The release of a collection of four short films continues Anderson’s quest for understanding storytelling.
Kala Hagopian's Concrete Canvas
Street artist Kala Hagopian illustrates her passion for art and the environment, one mural at a time.
They’re Past Their Prime
Galleries are headed towards death if they only show artists who are dead.
The Time–Traveling Magic of Japanese City Pop
A lighthearted, catchy melody leads to a tale of orientalism, international relations, and the power of the internet.
The Successful End of the WGA Strike
The WGA has officially ratified their new contract with the AMPTP. Here’s why members are calling the deal “exceptional.”
Call Me Ms. Andrist
How the Tumblr and TikTok femcel ‘aesthetics’ mold young women to romanticize the tragedy of womanhood
Ego of the Week: Will Zong
From computer science to poetry, Will Zong is Penn's Renaissance man.
“Vampire Empire” and the Toxicity of Leak Culture
With the popularity of unreleased music and leaks on the rise, your favorite artists are losing artistic control.
Ugly–Hot Versus the Instagram Face
Deciphering beauty with Professor Rita Copeland
Phish Shows Are Decadent and Depraved
Well, maybe not decadent, but depraved for sure.
Miyazaki’s Ma in Sound
How the silence between claps connects us all.
Letter from the Editor, October 2023
When senior year rolls around and the young talent grows up, it becomes time to assume the role of teacher and begin preparing the next generation to care as much as you've cared.
Take It to the Streets: What to Do in Philly This Month
This month: Wholesome fall festivals, rainy day activities, and after–hours affairs.
Overheards October 2023
This month: pro–wrestling, pro homo, and protozoas.
Ego of the Week: Sarah Girgis
Sarah Girgis is hungry to address food insecurity in West Philly.
