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Culture editor Stella Powers shares what she has been listening to.
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In the editor’s rotation: Time for holiday music

By Stella Powers | 3 days ago

Hello! Welcome back to my column, “In the editor’s rotation.” My streaming has been all over the place recently; however, as soon as it hit Nov. 1, I had to tune into a bit of holiday music.Look, I know a lot of people think you should wait until after Thanksgiving to listen to any Christmas music, but some of it is just so good, so why wait? Holiday tunes haven’t fully infiltrated my streams yet – thankfully – but they’re definitely starting to make an appearance. Don’t worry, I’m still listening to plenty of showtunes.

Writer Joey Dimacchia thinks "The Mastermind" is a timely film.
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Kelly Reichardt’s ‘The Mastermind’ may be the answer to all of our cinematic woes

By Joey Dimacchia | 4 days ago

Over the course of its lifespan, Hollywood has shown a simultaneous progression and regression. This has created public confusion regarding the “state of cinema” — constantly overtaking both public and industry conversations.Is there a formula for filmmaking that directors and writers should adhere to? Or, on the contrary, must we constantly evolve the art form so as to remain relevant and original? The work of Kelly Reichardt, now more than ever, shows us that the answer is both.

Asst. culture editor Ayla Peden shares her favorite books to kick off the holiday season.
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Holiday romances that will make you forget about seasonal depression

By Ayla Peden | 5 days ago

As the sun sets earlier over the horizon and temperatures continue to drop, the best thing to look forward to is the upcoming holiday season. Now, I know there is debate about whether holiday celebrations should start on Nov. 1 or after Thanksgiving — I personally fight for the latter — but that doesn’t mean you can’t start preparing for when you’re in the festive mood.So, with that said, here are five holiday romance novels that give off the same cheesy, nostalgic vibe of a Hallmark movie.

Culture writer Annalyse Deming watches Hozier's performace at Austin City Limits.
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Under the Lights of Austin City Limits

By Annalyse Deming | November 4, 2025

Welcome to Austin City Limits.Held at Zilker Park with a gorgeous view of the Austin, Texas skyline, Austin City Limits (ACL) is a nationally renowned music festival that runs for two consecutive three-day weekends each year. By invitation, a unique and diverse lineup of music artists plays hour-long sets throughout the day on different stages set up around the perimeter, culminating each night with two headliners that perform at opposite ends of the park.

Culture writer Ren Chaffee ranks her favorite Disney Channel Halloween specials.
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Tricks, treats and TV: Disney’s top 10 Halloween episodes

By Ren Chaffee | October 29, 2025

The best way to get in the spooky spirit is by watching nostalgic Halloween specials. The most iconic run of Halloween specials during my childhood was Disney Channel’s “Monstober.” If you miss having a section of TV specifically for this holiday, then this list of top 10 Disney Halloween episodes might be for you.

Culture editor Stella Powers shares what she has been listening to.
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In the editor’s rotation: Taylor Swift released a new album

By Stella Powers | October 28, 2025

Hello again! Welcome back to “In the editor’s rotation,” the column where I publicly reveal what I’ve been streaming in the weeks prior.As we’ve learned from my past few columns, I’m a bit of a musical theater nerd. However, Taylor Swift released a new album, so I‘ve dedicated a bit of time to listening to that, too. See, I’m capable of changing things up from time to time!

Staff writer Eliza Sullivan reflects on what she needs to enjoy a movie.
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How a Soviet propaganda film reminded me what I need in a movie

By Eliza Sullivan | October 27, 2025

We’re all aware of the plethora of sequels and remakes that are plaguing theater screens today. IMDB lists 431 “sequels, remakes, reboots, prequels, [and] spin-offs” made or announced in the last seven years. I have been craving something fresh, and this movie from the 1930s was exactly what I was looking for. 

The Miami Student's Kathryn Hippe compiled a list of her favorite media to get in the fall spirit.
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Romanticize your fall: A guide to cozy media

By Kathryn Hippe | October 27, 2025

Fall is more than a season; it’s a script. As the harvest season draws near, immerse yourself into the season by reframing the trite, small town of Oxford into a movie set of your making. Whether you’re watching, reading or listening, this season’s media picks can turn an ordinary collegiate week into a romanticized montage — so light a candle, cue a soundtrack and step into your own narrative with these media must-haves.

Asst. Culture Editor Ayla Peden shares new book releases to wrap up 2025.
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6 new book releases to get you through 2025

By Ayla Peden | October 25, 2025

As the days get shorter and courses start ramping up, it may seem like there is nothing more to look forward to this year, but fret not! There are still plenty of books that have yet to be released this year, which can give you an incentive to make it through each week.

Photo editor Elisa Rosenthal made a playlist to get you in the fall vibe.
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Songs that feel like watching the leaves fall through your bedroom window

By Elisa Rosenthal | October 23, 2025

I’m a person who firmly believes that there’s a playlist for every occasion, especially when that occasion involves anything fall. Whether you’re studying on campus or curled up in your room, this playlist provides the perfect vibes for yearning, reflecting on the changing seasons and coming to terms with the cold suddenly plaguing the air. Here are some of my favorite songs out of the 35 (which are all amazing).

Assistant Campus and Community Editor Parker Green reviews Taylor Swift's new album "The Life of a Show Girl."
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Taylor Swift’s “The Life of a Showgirl” is pop perfection

By Parker Green | October 10, 2025

Taylor Swift dropped her highly anticipated 12th studio album, “The Life of a Showgirl,” on Oct. 3, and I haven’t been the same since.Full of cheeky double entendres, glitter-gel-pen pop and high-profile interpolations, this album is a sharp departure from her more melancholy previous release, "The Tortured Poets Department.” It’s also everything I could want out of an album, especially one Swift said came from an “infectiously joyful, wild, dramatic place.”

Twenty One Pilots performs “Jumpsuit,” the first song off their album “Trench,” on Sept. 18 at TQL Stadium in Cincinnati.
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Twenty One Pilots kicks off new tour in Cincinnati, and the emo kid in me has been healed

By Taylor Powers | October 7, 2025

The first time I attended a Twenty One Pilots concert was in 2017 at the KFC Yum! Center in Kentucky for their “Emotional Roadshow World Tour.” I was 11 years old.Now, at 20 years old, I have seen them five times. You could say I’m a dedicated fan.Twenty One Pilots kicked off “The Clancy Tour: Breach” on Sept. 18 at TQL Stadium in Cincinnati. The band’s eighth album, “Breach,” was released on Sept. 12, with the tour starting almost a week later.

Culture editor Stella Powers reveals what has been on her on repeat recently.
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In the editor’s rotation: Adding something new to my playlist

By Stella Powers | October 6, 2025

Welcome back! Once again, my music taste is all over the place, but I’ve compiled some of the tracks I’ve been listening to for the past few weeks into this piece.I finally started listening to something new, which is a huge development for me. Unfortunately, it is a musical. But, it’s a musical I had never listened to until recently, so I’m taking that as a win. Talk about character development.

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