Racism in The Lion King

To claim that Disney has a history of racism is fairly easy. For a perfect example, look no further than the very real character named Jim Crow.

Response to: A New Cultural Politics of Differences

In Cornel West’s 1990 essay, The New Cultural Politics of Difference, West speaks of the new cultural politics of difference as an “emerging shift in sensibilities and outlooks of critics and artists.” He describes its distinct…

I’ll Make a Man Out of You: Representation Issues in Mulan

Let’s get down to business: Disney is a brand that prides itself on pure family entertainment, when in actuality it contributes to an industry that perpetuates a culture of racial stereotyping and gender inequality. One of the…

How Celebrities Use Social Media to Build Their Brand

Ever wonder how social media gurus such as Taylor Swift, Selena Gomez, Beyonce, and Kylie Jenner use their social media profiles to boost their hierarchical status in the realm of fame? Well I am about to inform you just how these…

“B” stands for Biphobia

#SELFIE

Selfies: It’s something that we are all guilty of, we just may not like to admit it. In our bed, on our way to class, literally all through class- I’ll look over and see people unapologetically and unashamedly taking photos of themselves. We as society have become so desensitized to selfies that we don’t even…

Is Techno music considered art?

When I was studying abroad last semester in London, I was fortunate enough to travel around Europe to many different countries and cities. Although it is hard to make a decision, I would say that my favorite place I visited was Berlin, Germany. The culture, art, and overall…

Hair’s Getting A Little Messy

Last week, designer Marc Jacobs sparked controversy for featuring colorful dreadlocks on the runway for its…

Celebrity Endorsements via Instagram

Nowadays, being a celebrity is a multi-job industry. Celebrities not only have to balance their professional and private lives, but they also have to throw social media into the equation — not just to up their fame status or to remain relevant — in order to earn an…

The Intersectionality of Social Media and the Celebrity

Why did I choose to blog about this topic, you may ask? Well, I am currently going into my senior year here at USC, earning a Bachelor of Arts degree in Communication and a minor in Culture, Media and Entertainment. Be that as it may…