Photo courtesy of KristenBecker.com Acclaimed comedian Kristen Becker was invited to celebrate Women's Herstory Month at the College Programming Board’s latest installment of Tuesday Night Live. As a lesbian, Becker shared her unique experiences through a variety of anecdotes that were both political and personal. Becker’s opening narratives revolved around […]
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Wes Anderson film is a problematic but beautiful tale
Photo courtesy of Diana Ringo, Wikipedia The idea of Wes Anderson making an animated family film is a bit odd. Granted, the director's visual style, from his love of long takes and wide frames to his painterly aesthetic, seems almost tailored made towards animation. Audiences were already exposed to this […]
Jack White moves into experimental rock in solo album
Photo courtesy of Teresa Sedo, Wikipedia Legendary rocker and indie visionary Jack White released a third solo album titled “Boarding House Reach” that blends rock with hip-hop, blues and spoken word for a unique alternative sound. Up until this record, most of White’s solo releases didn’t stray too far from […]
Recipe of the Week: Sage + Rosemary Irish Soda Bread
Photo by Brogan Wu Growing up in a mixed household I have always had two moods when it came to food. Mainly because of my two different sides. One, a love for spicy Chinese fare with fermented vegetables and bold spices. The other, a craving for the foods my Irish […]
Relatable LGBT teen romance comes out on top
Photo courtesy of @lovesimonmovie, Twitter Most films that convey LGBT narratives are showcased at indie film festivals and archived on Netflix, but 21st Century Fox’s latest movie “Love, Simon” accurately adapts gay teenhood for the big screen. This major motion picture is not only a great addition to the LGBT […]
American Idol winner returns to country music scene
Photo courtesy of Gramercy Theater, WIkipedia It’s been five long years since Scotty McCreery’s last album, "See You Tonight" and a lot has changed since then. In his newest album, "Seasons Change" McCreery recounts his experiences traveling the world, losing his grandfather, proposing to his high-school sweetheart and reminisces on […]
“Saturday Night Live” alum returns to host an episode
Photo courtesy of Gage Skidmore, Wikipedia Former Saturday Night Live cast member Bill Hader returned to the comedy show as host on March 18. During the SNL episode, Hader played some iconic characters such as Stefon during the Weekend Update segment, Communications Director Anthony Scaramucci in the cold open and […]
Sorority Noise revisits album with a new sound
Photo courtesy of Sorority Noise, Wikipedia To commemorate the one year anniversary of their 2017 album, the band Sorority Noise reimagined their songs with new instrumentals on their latest release “YNAAYT" or "You’re Not As _____ As You Think." Sorority Noise is an alternative rock group from Connecticut, affectionately known for […]
Arcade racers rejoice as “Burnout Paradise” returns
Graphic courtesy of Criterion Games Platforms: PS4, Xbox One, PC (arriving later) Hours Played: 10+ Developer: Criterion Games In the world of video game racers in the mid-2000s, the “Burnout” series was king. The arcade racing genre had heavy competition in the form of “Need for Speed,” “Midnight Club,” […]
Alumna Laura Wellington releases comedic advice book
Cover art courtesy of Goodreads Ramapo College alumna Laura J. Wellington is currently traveling across the country promoting her new book titled, “What to Do When Jane Knows DICK About Dating.” This entertaining advice book is filled with guidelines to help women of all ages navigate the new dating landscape. […]