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Epic love stories and relationships as depicted in pop culture, though it rarely turns out like that in real life.
Jealousy in Comedy
Between the Lines of Comedy Regardless of its medium or genre, Comedy has always had one sole purpose which is to make an audience laugh. Situational Comedies or “sitcoms” in American television have been around for 70 years, but comedy itself is much older. Dating back to the 6th century BCE in ancient Greek culture, Comedy’s roots are satirical in nature and used to criticize and make fun of people and society. Although clouded with humor, there is always a message and intention behind Comedy. Jealousy is a complex emotion often commented on within sitcoms. Comedic writers include characters who display insecurity, fear and manipulation to portray jealousy while maneuvering through humorous situations.
By Sam Crotty5 years ago in Humans
FUN WITH TOILET PAPER
Does anyone remember the toilet paper hoarding of 1973? Apparently Johnny Carson teased on The Tonight Show during his monologue about a supposed toilet paper shortage in Wisconsin causing a shortage at the stores that did not end for months.
By Paula C. Henderson5 years ago in Humans
Isn't He A Little Old to be Called Your Boyfriend?
What do you call someone you are dating who is not exactly “a boy” anymore? As we get older, the “boys” become men in all other important aspects of their lives, so shouldn’t there be a new more mature “title” for people we date after we leave our twenties?
By The Writer Chick5 years ago in Humans
Romance Movies and Its Turbulent Relationship With Consent
Romance Movies and Its Turbulent Relationship With Consent Romance movies have been around since the 1890s, its presence as a genre is both well known and influencing. Along with its popularity as a genre, it is a popular point of discussion when it comes to conversations about consent. Often, Hollywood romance movies tend to romanticize sexual harassment. A problem that has been pointed out in the mainstream most frequently over the last ten years.
By Nightshade5 years ago in Humans
The Brilliant Insight of Your Facebook Posts Won't Fix Anything so Bring Us Together with Something Funny
Photo by Book Catalog Facebook is what it would be like if we all got our 15 minutes of fame every single day and made the worst of it. Swept away by all the attention, I used to be one of those people. You know, those who are continually posting their political certainties in hopes of changing the world. I mean even when you got a point that should resonate on the opposing side, only one thing happens. Your social media detractors just dig in deeper and do all they can to find a counter that satisfies their world view.
By Rich Monetti5 years ago in Humans
Do You Have My Back?
I have viewed a lot of TikToks that have covered current events, entertainment, travel, politics, how-to, funny animal videos and many that are truly self-expressions of the creators. Those short videos, if used well can reveal so much and teach so much. My favorite TikToks are those that have been teachable moments. Maybe it is because I like learning. I like my widening my lens. I like becoming wiser. I think the TikTok app when used in the smartest way for the highest good can have powerful, far reaching results.
By Kathleen Thompson6 years ago in Humans
Love is Senseless
You've heard that love is blind, but love is senseless too...especially when it comes to celebrity crushes and teen hormones. When you're 13, or let's be real—a lot older—you can have a crush on a celebrity without knowing a single REAL thing about them but doesn't make it any less REAL in your head or the emotions any less valid. Celebrity crushes are almost as ridiculous as this sketch I created (poking fun of the show “Love is Blind,” link attached).
By Natalie Spack6 years ago in Humans
My First Celeb Crush
The year was 2006 and I was in middle school. My brother and I were watching the Disney channel as we would every day. A trailer came on for the hit Disney Channel original movie, High School Musical while the snow was falling outside in Albany, New York. The trailer for this mysterious film looked interesting, and I was a fan of the theater so I thought I would like it. Little did I know it would be the catalyst of awakening.
By Sydney Moore6 years ago in Humans
