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Ashley V

Dec 17, 20202 min read

Why Is Scooby-Doo Still So Popular?

Scooby-Doo has a static cast of characters and a repetitive formula. How have they managed to get away with it for over 50 years?

Ashley V

Oct 26, 20202 min read

The Truth About Dystopian Novels

Many people now marvel over how some dystopian novels have predicted the future. But did they really?

Ashley V

Oct 7, 20203 min read

How Much Should We Embrace Parasocial Relationships?

Parasocial relationships are still one-sided and more prevalent than ever. Just how legitimate are they?

Ashley V

Sep 22, 20202 min read

Pumpkin Spice and Everything Nice: A Catch-22 for Women

Light-hearted debates over candy corn are everywhere. Less playful, however, are the complaints about pumpkin spice and women that like it.

Ashley V

Sep 13, 20203 min read

Creators vs Content: Can the Two Be Separated in the Midst of Cancel Culture?

Is it still possible to enjoy the content a problematic person has produced, or is their work forever tainted?

Ashley V

Sep 10, 20202 min read

Why The Umbrella Academy is Breaking Netflix Records

At a glance, The Umbrella Academy sounds like it would appeal to a niche demographic. Why, then, is it breaking Netflix records?