Vol. 4 No. 1: Fitting In
Everyone needs a place in the world: on a team, in a family, or within a community—ideally, a combination of all three. Finding that place to be yourself is often an endless quest for belonging, driven by the desire to understand ourselves so others can, too. Yet, we sometimes fail to fit in or witness others feeling abandoned. Our lives can feel like tiny puzzle pieces. What happens when your piece slots right into the big picture, or when it seems to belong in another picture entirely?
Teacakes and Tangos
From Saturday nights at my Nana's to the reality TV show's massive social media success, Dancing with the Stars returns for Season 35. The dance competition series’ tight-knit, familial dynamic draws in younger audiences as they watch their favorite celebrities chase the Mirrorball Trophy.
You Only Get One "9 to 5"
Beneath the upbeat melody of "9 to 5" lies a sharp critique of corporate labor. By turning her acrylic nails into catchy, typewriter-esque beats to hook listeners while exposing workplace exploitation, Dolly Parton bridged the gap between working-class women and feminist critique.
