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Shared Studios’ portal project aims to bridge international divides with face-to-face interaction

“It’s very hard to hate someone when you’re looking them in the eye.”
  • John Powers
  • November 9, 2016

The debate on early Christmas music begins

How early is too early?
  • John Powers
  • November 2, 2016

How to talk to your kids about ‘The Big Bang Theory’

It’s a dark world out there, one filled with awful sitcoms. Prepare your children the right way.
  • John Powers
  • October 26, 2016

A guide to surviving the ‘Game of Thrones’ offseason

Here’s how to get through that torturous mid-season wait.
  • John Powers
  • October 25, 2016

Review: R. Kelly’s “12 Nights of Christmas” is unintentionally comical

The album sexualizes the festive holiday.
  • John Powers
  • October 23, 2016

The case against Harambe memes

Good riddance (we hope).
  • John Powers
  • October 13, 2016

The Role of GIFs in our online communication

As language evolves, you should evolve with it.
  • John Powers
  • October 11, 2016

How ‘South Park’ mocks our opinionated culture

Social commentary is a mainstay of the show — and this year’s election cycle gives it ample material.
  • John Powers
  • October 9, 2016

Review: The Dear Hunter brings an explosive show to D.C.’s Rock & Roll Hotel

The progressive rock band performed with an infectious passion.
  • John Powers
  • October 6, 2016

Review: Bon Iver’s ’22, A Million’ is bewitching and beautiful

It takes a few listens to grapple with, but in the end it’s brilliant.
  • John Powers
  • October 5, 2016
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