Social Media, Comparison, and Women are on the Front Lines
Endless scrolling. Filtered perfection. Constant comparison. This isn’t just social media – it’s a battlefield. And women are on the…
Category: Culture
Cultural critique — politics, media and society, watched closely and reflected on. Always question our beliefs.
Chronically Online: Rewriting Rules of Social Interaction
Have you ever ghosted someone online? If so, have you ever considered why, or asked yourself: would you do that…
Elbows Up: Trump’s Tariffs Through a Canadian Lens
On February 1, 2025, U.S. President Donald Trump declared a trade war with Canada by imposing tariffs and threatening our…
Hashtag No Kings and the Attention Economy
The No Kings movement made a big splash with its nationwide protests, but how can it stay relevant in the modern attention economy?
I’m an Amazon Influencer and I’M NOT PROUD OF IT!
Influencer culture has taken over how we share knowledge, sell products, and shape public opinion. But at what cost? “I…
The Meme Method: A New Era for Media Literacy Education
I love memes and so should you! The term “meme” was coined by Richard Dawkins in The Selfish Gene (1976) to describe…
Media Literacy & Trump’s ‘Activist Judge’ Narrative
When Donald Trump and his allies label judges as “activist judge,” they are not merely engaging in political theater. They…
The Sedition Act – Free Speech’s Worst Nightmare
The Alien Enemies Act of 1798 is sweeping the headlines, but what’s been missed? The Sedition Act, its little brother (i.e., with…
Interpreting Statistics in the News
Interpreting statistics in the news is essential for distinguishing truth from distortion. When misused, numbers can cloak bias in a…
Top Sites for Scholarly Articles & Vital Statistics
In a digital world flooded with noise, finding credible sources isn’t passive – it requires active participation. This guide serves as your…