The one thing everyone forgets about Obama’s legacy

Published: Daily Dot (October 16, 2014)

Unlikely though it might seem, First Lady Michelle Obama’s new viral video “Turnip for What” is more than just a silly video that parodies a hip-hop hit to teach Americans about the joys of eating the titular vegetable. Indeed, even as pundits continue to debate Paul Krugman’s controversial Rolling Stone article detailing Barack Obama’s policy successes and arguing that they place him among America’s greatest presidents (a claim with which I completely agree), “Turnip for What” is being dismissed as a humorous novelty.... Read Original Article

Why ‘Ghostbusters 3’ Might Be Awesome

Published: The Good Men Project (September 27, 2014)

If a female-led Ghostbusters 3 becomes a reality, what could that mean for future of female comedy writers, actors. and directors?

 

Recently, Bill Murray made entertainment headlines by listing his picks for the new line-up to spearhead the long-awaited Ghostbusters 3. The names included Melissa McCarthy, Kristen Wiig, Linda Cardellini, and Emma Stone.... Read Original Article

Anita Sarkeesian & The Self-Dehumanization of a Generation

Published: The Good Men Project (September 24, 2014; republished on October 15, 2014)

The backlash against statements by gaming commentator Anita Sarkeesian has writer Matthew Rozsa questioning mob mentality in the digital world.

 

Before discussing the Anita Sarkeesian controversy – better known these days as “GamerGate” – I’d like to submit the following quote for your consideration, courtesy of one the acclaimed 1976 dark comedy Network:

“… this is no longer a nation of independent individuals.

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Robin Williams Shaped By Depression’s Double-Edged Sword

Published: The Morning Call (September 10, 2014)

The New York Times, which is capable of producing great insights, puzzlingly expressed surprise at Robin Williams’ legendary work ethic in its obituary. “Given his well-publicized troubles with depression, addiction, alcoholism and a significant heart surgery in 2009,” it commented, “Mr. Williams should have had a résumé filled with mysterious gaps.... Read Original Article

A Model’s Take on the Politics of Photoshop

Published: GirlieGirlArmy (July 21, 2014)

Liskula Cohen and Matt Rozsa

co-author: Liskula Cohen

It’s interesting that Photoshop has developed such a poor reputation.  Over the past week it has already made national news twice – first in a controversy over whether InStyle Magazine excessively altered Zooey Deschanel’s appearance for their cover, and now thanks to a series of Bongo ads featuring Vanessa Hudgens which go out of their way to promote that they don’t use Photoshop.... Read Original Article