Although many know Benjamin Franklin for his kite experiment or witty aphorisms, scholarly discussion on the founding father extends much deeper — to Franklin’s thoughts on topics from God to truth and justice. Associate Professor of Politics Kevin Slack addresses Franklin’s philosophical perspective on such topics in his book “Benjamin Franklin, Natural Right, and the...
The first time I watched an episode of the Showtime masterpiece “Twin Peaks,” I sat on my favorite armchair with a bowl of ice cream in my hands, a little too much on my mind, and no comprehension of what lay in store. The first two seasons of “Twin Peaks,” directed by David Lynch, aired...
Joining the ranks of shows like “A Series of Unfortunate Events” and “The Handmaid’s Tale,” the television adaptation of the book “13 Reasons Why,” by Jay Asher, was released as a Netflix original series late last month. The show follows high school student Clay Jensen, played by Dylan Minnette as he listens to 13 tapes...
On Good Friday, was anyone praying for Kendrick Lamar? The rapper himself questions it on his newest album, “DAMN.” The internet burst into flame emojis as the Lamar’s fourth album went online overnight on April 14, yanking fans awake for a 55-minute look into the prominent rapper’s consciousness. Rumors of a second album coming...
John Mayer begins his next tour, The Search for Everything, on March 31. To build the hype, the singer-songwriter has been releasing EP tracks four at a time until he will finally release his 14-track album this spring. It’s not really cool to like John Mayer, but we shamefaced fans are dying of excitement. Quietly,...