The Jezebel Stereotype and Hip-Hop
Are black female artists fueling the jezebel stereotype or attempting to reclaim the narrative surrounding their sexuality?
Bella Thorne and Celebrities Inhabiting Shared Spaces
Us and them? What are the responsibilities of celebrities when participating in shared, communal spaces?
Are Loot Boxes “Quite Ethical”?
Recent rulings have called the loot box mechanics used in franchises like FIFA and Star Wars Battlefront "gambling for children." What's the danger?
On “Dog-Wagging” News: Why What “Lots of People” Say Isn’t Newsworthy
Focusing public attention on any one thing inevitably means exercising discretion. How does one wield it responsibly?
Should Hugh Hefner be Buried Next to Marilyn Monroe?
The founder of Playboy has remained controversial even in death - especially as he will be buried next to Marilyn Monroe, without obtaining her consent.
Christmas Music and Emotional Manipulation
Songs like Band Aid's "Do They Know It's Christmas" attempt to harness holiday sentiment to support charitable causes. Should they?
The Gillette Controversy: The Best an Ad Can Be?
Should Gillette be in the business of activism and is their message objectionable?
Hilaria Baldwin and Fake Identities
What can the case of Hilaria Baldwin tell us about cultural appropriation and passing as other?
Jay-Z and the NFL: Hypocrisy or Suite Participation?
What, if any, obligation does Jay-Z, as a high-profile advocate for social justice and a recognizable brand, have to not condone or distract from the NFL's many public relation problems?