Today's Soapbox

They Keep Using the R-Word on ‘Euphoria’

Did you see headlines about the Eurovision Song Contest this year and had no idea what they were talking about? Did you see headlines about the historic boycott? These questions can seem overwhelming for someone living in the US, but luckily, I have answers to ease your mind.

If you take a closer look at publishing and filmmaking recently, some of the stories have a common origin: fanfiction. This week I decided to dive a little deeper with the help of some friends who shared their insights on the topic. The article is available now on my website!

Who could have known this lawsuit would be settled shortly after the article? Here is a quick update on what has happened since.

After putting it off for months, I finally wrote about the lawsuit between Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni's Wayfarer Studios. I read the lawsuits, researched the film, and even watched it, all to share with you this new article, available now on my website.

Project Hail Mary really struck me when I saw it in theaters recently. It was really fitting in the context of the recent Artemis II mission. As we turn our eyes to space again, this film is a fun piece of the experience. My full review of the film is available now!

Did you know Disney Parks had planned a US history-themed park to be built near the nation's capital? With a new park in planning for Abu Dhabi and six existing resorts across the world, let's look at the park that never was built, even though it had been announced and property was purchased.

After years of anticipation, HS4 is finally here! I reviewed the album for the podcast and wrote about the lead up to and meaning of the album. As a pop culture enthusiast and long time fan of Harry Styles, I thoroughly enjoyed working on this and participating in the fun of an album release.

Is it possible to represent autism through a doll? When Mattel announced a new Barbie designed in collaboration with the Autistic Self Advocacy Network (ASAN), a conversation was opened up about thoughtful representation for autistic women. Read "Anyone can be Barbie®" to learn more!

I wrote about the Bad Bunny Halftime Show when it was first announced, but I decided to follow it up with another article to explore how it went and the reactions to it. Read "Juntos Somos America" to break down how Bad Bunny delivered on Spanish language tunes and Puerto Rican culture.

The political climate in the US right now is super tense and can be very upsetting. I wanted to recenter myself this week by reviewing the Constitution and reminding myself what we are fighting for. Read more here as we look at the Bill of Rights and refocus around human rights.

A few weeks out from the series finale of Stranger Things, I have dissected all 5 seasons of the show in both a podcast episode and a full recap. This recap can help avoid 45+ hours of rewatching to catch you up on the plot. What did you think of the show?

My first Suds article is out! Suds is my new bi-weekly article series that is available to paid subscribers on my website, Today's Soapbox! I'm really excited to try something new with my content and start creating these easy-to-read media reviews!

To celebrate the year-end holidays and everything that happened this year, I am highlighting 10 songs, films/shows, and people from this year that made an impact. I also recorded a podcast version for people who prefer audio! Have a great end of the year and stay safe!

This week's Suds movie review is for the film Eternity! For $2/month or $20/year, you can get access to the biweekly Suds reviews in addition to the standard articles.

This week I wrote a shorter article to try a new format and see how it goes. This album is very special and has been stuck in my head since I first heard it. I loved writing about it and hope you enjoy!