Politics by Proxy: What We Lose When Short Form Content Does Our Thinking for Us
Hayden explores how short-form explainers reshape political understanding, weaken our critical thinking and make misinformation harder to spot.
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Why social media hasn’t ruined Romance
Melody Neale discusses and critiques the notion that 'social media has ruined romance'.
The efficacy of ‘cancelling artists’: sexism in holding our artists accountable
Exploring the gendered differences in how we treat our music artists, through case studies like Chris Brown and Sabrina Carpenter.
The Faint Dispatch
It was any other evening after a long day of lectures. Curled up on a sofa watching reels, I came across a short – like many I’d seen over the…
Are music apps ‘unlistenable’?
Why apps like Spotify, Apple Music and Prime Music may be destroying themselves.
Critics shocked as Controversy Machine generates new controversy
Critics and onlookers alike have been profoundly shaken as the Controversy Machine creates unexpected Controversy - Read here to get the full scoop.
The phenomenon of #BookTok
Jane Rance explores how this TikTok community has changed the face of book sales.
The Taylor Swift effect: debunking the political influence of celebrities
Charlotte Lawrence explores the recent accusation made by republicans that Taylor Swift will prevent Donald Trump from becoming President and looks at the wider influences that celebrities have in politics.
Why Do We Rewatch Shows?: Impact of Social Media and Childhood
As I’m sure most stressed students would agree, the beginning of the school year is a turbulent time, and leaves us longing for a comforting reminder of home. Many of…