Media & Culture

Analyzing how race is shaped through media and pop culture.

The History and Future of Book Bans 
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The History and Future of Book Bans 

The record number of banned book attempts is part of a long American tradition of library censorship.

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The Meaning Behind “Judeo-Christian Values”
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The Meaning Behind “Judeo-Christian Values”

The United States’ Judeo-Christian values are said to keep military AI in check, but it hasn’t prevented their war crimes.

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Aliens, FOIA, and the Fight for Transparency
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Aliens, FOIA, and the Fight for Transparency

Discussions on the lack of government transparency sparked following the Congressional hearing on UAPS and the possibility of aliens.

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Study Hall: ‘Is it OK to Listen to Problematic Artists?’

Study Hall: ‘Is it OK to Listen to Problematic Artists?’

Today, we discuss whether it’s possible still to enjoy the work of an artist or company, even after they’re in controversy. 

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Burning Man and the Colonial Idea of the “Middle of Nowhere”
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Burning Man and the Colonial Idea of the “Middle of Nowhere”

Burning Man’s communal and utopian vision conflicts with the reality that it follows a centuries-old imperialist concept.

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How Power and Privilege Shape Society and Ourselves
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How Power and Privilege Shape Society and Ourselves

A brief overview of what power and privilege means and its role in systemic oppression to help you understand how privilege shows up in your life—and what you can do to address it.

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Study Hall: ‘My Profession is So White. Should I Quit?’

Study Hall: ‘My Profession is So White. Should I Quit?’

A Q+A on diversifying your bookshelves and paving the way for more representation in your industry.

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Study Hall: Book Club Recommendations

Study Hall: Book Club Recommendations

A Q+A on diversifying your bookshelves and paving the way for more representation in your industry.

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How to Diversify, Not Tokenize, Your Friend Group
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How to Diversify, Not Tokenize, Your Friend Group

When diversifying your friend group, it’s important to ensure that stereotypes, biases, and assumptions don’t harm your ability to connect with others.

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People Are Not Charity, or the Failings of the White Savior
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People Are Not Charity, or the Failings of the White Savior

The white savior complex positions white people as rescuers and protectors, reducing people of color as incompetent and charity cases.

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