Toxic Diet Culture on TikTok

By Megan Gervais

Toxic mindsets surrounding dieting have been around for many years, and TikTok is making sure that these ideas are instilled into the minds of the younger generations. The internet has become a place for the promotion of diet culture. ‘Diet culture’ has become a ubiquitous phrase online, but what exactly does it mean?

Big Mouth: Can TV Teach Us to Be Better People?

By Brynn Niblett

Though I understand why certain viewers could be turned off by the blunt way that the show tackles sexuality, adolescence, emotions, race and gender, I find this honesty to be its greatest strength. In a cultural atmosphere in which narratives about sex and puberty are often shrouded in shame and secrecy, the messages and lessons that Big Mouth posits are incredibly relevant.

The “Strong Black Woman”: A Dangerous Myth

By Tiana Effon

As women, we are often pushed to be the best version of ourselves 100% of the time. While it is good to strive to be the best version of yourself, operating as your best self all day everyday is not possible. Everyone has bad moments, makes questionable decisions, and has those days where everything feels like too much, and that’s just life.