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Read an extract from Sonic Faction: Audio Essay As Medium And Method - The Wire

The audio essay represents a new hybrid art form, blending speech and sound while defying traditional categories and formats.

What is behind the explosion in talk about decolonisation? | Aeon Essays

Decolonisation has become a popular discourse addressing power inequalities and invoking historical liberation movements, yet has diverged from its original context.
#comedy

A New Show About Teachers Has Been Accused of Copying Abbott Elementary. Come On.

The new comedy show 'English Teacher' is both uplifting and edgy, filled with light-hearted humor amidst the challenges of high school.

We take every opportunity to laugh': why Kenyans are embracing standup comedy in turbulent times

Kenya's standup comedy scene is thriving, addressing social issues and connecting audiences through humor.

A New Show About Teachers Has Been Accused of Copying Abbott Elementary. Come On.

The new comedy show 'English Teacher' is both uplifting and edgy, filled with light-hearted humor amidst the challenges of high school.

We take every opportunity to laugh': why Kenyans are embracing standup comedy in turbulent times

Kenya's standup comedy scene is thriving, addressing social issues and connecting audiences through humor.
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5 Years Later, Hideo Kojima's Masterpiece Makes More Sense Than Ever

Death Stranding exemplifies the divisive nature of contemporary culture, despite its core message advocating for connection and unity.
#literature

Novelist Rebecca Watson: What are siblings: twisted reflections of ourselves? Allies? Enemies?'

Sibling relationships remain underrepresented in discussions and literature compared to parent-child dynamics, revealing a cultural need for exploration and understanding.

Fine Print: 'The weirder and freakier the better'

The rise of 'Literary It Girls' signifies a changing engagement with books in the fashion-aware cultural landscape.
New publications like Language Arts aim to democratize literary discussions beyond traditional media.

Novelist Rebecca Watson: What are siblings: twisted reflections of ourselves? Allies? Enemies?'

Sibling relationships remain underrepresented in discussions and literature compared to parent-child dynamics, revealing a cultural need for exploration and understanding.

Fine Print: 'The weirder and freakier the better'

The rise of 'Literary It Girls' signifies a changing engagement with books in the fashion-aware cultural landscape.
New publications like Language Arts aim to democratize literary discussions beyond traditional media.
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Why not a gay James Bond? The return of an eternal debate

The discussion of a gay James Bond highlights ongoing debates about representation in cinema and the character's evolving identity.

Glenn Ligon in Cambridge, new Gauguin biography, Teresa Margolles's Fourth Plinth commission - podcast

Glenn Ligon's intervention at the Fitzwilliam Museum intertwines history and contemporary perspectives on identity.

The Most Hated Kicker in the NFL Is One of the Best at What He Does

Harrison Butker's public and career has become a focal point for polarized opinions amid the Chiefs' dominance and his controversial viewpoints.

Stranger Eyes: The Story Behind Yeo Siew Hua's Smart, Haunting Thriller

Stranger Eyes explores the themes of surveillance and privacy, reflecting societal changes brought on by the pandemic.
Director Yeo Siew Hua's journey highlights how observation can lead to self-reflection and societal critique.

Trump Doubles Down on Anti-Trans Falsehoods at Moms for Liberty Conference

Trump's views on transgender issues are extreme and factually incorrect, with no basis in reality regarding school decisions on gender-affirming care.

Danzy Senna Is Amused by Your Mixed Feelings

The complex dialogue surrounding biracial identity is intertwined with social and political scrutiny, highlighting the struggles individuals face in defining themselves.

Rashid Johnson Will Have Career Survey at Guggenheim in 2025

The Guggenheim Museum enables unique solo exhibitions for artists, emphasizing collaboration with its architectural design.
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