So we marched on: An epistle for 2021
Adriana Temprano/Staff
Remember through poetry how far you’ve come with the months and moments of 2021.
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Oh, to be a woman!
Cal in Color
This is the American media’s concept of a perfect woman. In some ways, even today, it gives me hope. More than that though, it frustrates me.
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Don’t call me by your name
Sex on Tuesday
Not all queer media needs to have sex scenes, but whether or not the characters have sex, I want that decision to be made with me and other queer people in mind.
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Media’s the real womanizer: ‘Framing Britney Spears’ opens deeper conversations
The media is able to create an image for a person that takes on a life of its own: There’s Britney Spears and there’s “Britney Spears.”
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Don’t call me daddy
Sex on Tuesday
The lack of sexual support in the media for young women is disappointing but not surprising. Step one is learning to be cognizant of the media we consume.
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A call for authentic neurodiverse representation
Having neurotypical people represent neurodiverse roles feels belittling to me. It reduces something so complicated, so nuanced, so weird and beautiful, into a personality trait. Suggesting that autism is a definitive personality trait that anyone can portray, even if they aren’t autistic, isn’t authentic representation.
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Who We Are S01 E02
Opinion editors Aidan Bassett and Kat Shok discuss the power of media representation — and misrepresentation — to influence how younger queer people see themselves and to shape or distort how the queer community appears to the wider world.
The Clog’s guide to having a fun movie binge session
Watching multiple hours of a film franchise can be both rewarding and tiring. To make sure you have the best binge possible, here are some tips for having an enjoyable movie binge session.
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Get to know the multimedia department before applying to The Daily Californian!
Learn about the multimedia department from the editor, Sarah! Applications are open until September 13.
Great power, great responsibility
Doors of Perception
This is why I’m risking a stable career, and probably a solid 401(k), to go into the entertainment industry and hopefully write for television.
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