Culture Crash: Aaron Sorkin’s Mastery of Screenwriting
Aaron Sorkin is the man behind many beloved TV shows and movies. We look at one thing that makes his scripts truly shine: his pointed, duel-like dialogues.
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Culture Crash: TV Theme Songs (2017)
TV theme songs: they’re the soundtrack to our childhoods, adolescence, and Sunday nights. But have you ever stopped to think about their evolution or how many of them you know well?
Adventure in the Jungle: The Discovery of the Maya Civilization
We talk to author William Carlsen about the two men who ventured into the jungle and discovered the Mayans.
Why Wonder Woman Works So Well
Travis Langley explains how Wonder Woman’s pursuit of the truth, belief in humanity, and inspirational name make her the perfect heroine for now.
Culture Crash: Streaming Libraries Secret Strength
We often think about streaming apps as vehicles for a new wave of TV, but streaming also allows us to revisit old shows.
The Virtues of Being an Introvert
In modern society, introverts have often been depicted as shy, easily overwhelmed, or as having poor communication skills. The notions, stereotypes, and cultural understandings of introverted individuals are discussed by Todd Kashdan, Professor of Psychology …
The Complications of Spelling English (2017)
The rules of the English language always seem to have an exception or ten. We explored how the language got so complicated.
Culture Crash: Overcoming Franchise Fatigue
It seems like many movies coming out are franchise movies and that can get pretty dull. But the success of Wonder Woman sheds light on one way studios can keep their ‘tent poles’ fresh.
Beating a Mental Health Crisis: One couple’s journey through the psych ward
One morning without warning, Giulia Lukach experienced a psychotic break. We talk to her husband Mark about the couple's journey.
Hospice Dogs: How our four-legged friends can help us until the very end
Jon Katz’s dogs do more than just play fetch: they help comfort Hospice patients in their final days
Culture Crash: HBO’s The Leftovers: Storytelling on grief
The Leftovers will air its final episode this week on HBO. Though its tough subject matter and study of grief can be overwhelming, it’s a show with a lot to admire and themes worth exploring
The Lost Art of Writing Letters (2017)
Everyday, we send and receive emails, but when’s the last time you wrote or received a handwritten letter?
From Fan to Collaborator: How Richard Chizmar wrote a novella with Stephen King
Richard Chizmar discusses his career, his process, and his opportunity to write a novella with Stephen King.
Culture Crash: Stephen King’s Mastery of Storytelling (2017)
Stephen King is known for his horror masterpieces, but he’s also written beloved dramas and fantasy novels. We explore what makes his novels click.
