Entertainment
‘Unorthodox’ and How One Culture Can Have Different Realities
In the Netflix series “Unorthodox,” as the main character abandons her life in New York’s Ultra-Orthodox Jewish community for Berlin, her most immediate discoveries are not just about herself, but also about how her single experience of (Eastern European) Judaism […]
PART 3 OF 3: Representation & Impact: How Entertainment Affects Self-Image
For those with hidden diversity and underrepresented identities, seeing yourself represented in entertainment can mean feeling pride in your identity, perhaps even for the first time.
The Cross-Cultural Journey of Ali Baluch: An MTV Associate Producer
His Twitter is full of raw thoughts, his podcast is full of laughter, and his presence is full of charisma. When he’s not co-hosting a podcast in front of a Zayn Malik poster, you can find him as an associate […]
Reality TV transcends all borders
There is no questioning the fact that reality TV has exploded in the last decade. The phenomenon exploded in the late 1990s and early 2000s with the appearance of shows like Survivor and Big Brother. Many popular shows are replicated […]
VISUAL: American Obsession with “Survivor,” Reality TV
One of the first and most famous reality shows that kick-started the reality TV scene in the early 2000s in the United States was Survivor. After 28 seasons, the show maintains a committed and growing audience. So why are Americans […]
10 Reasons Why TCKs would most likely win The Amazing Race
There are perks and downfalls to having grown up among different cultures, sometimes even among several countries. But for competing on The Amazing Race, all past experiences around the world and among cultures can turn into valuable assets. Here’s why […]
Being Comfortable with You
Body image is a major issue for many women. We tend to be our own worst critics when it comes to identifying what’s wrong with our bodies. Learning to love who you are and being comfortable in the skin you’re […]