Today In Culture Edition #30
Culture & Society - DEC. 5, 2024
Welcome to the 30th Edition of Today in Culture! Reaching this milestone is no small feat, and it’s all thanks to you—our curious, culture-loving community. Together, we’ve explored the boundaries of art, music, literature, and ideas, and today’s edition continues that tradition with an eclectic mix of stories you won’t want to miss.
Today’s newsletter is bursting with thought-provoking pieces, cultural deep dives, and creative explorations that will leave you inspired, intrigued, and more connected to the pulse of our times. Let’s dive in!
Pleasure Is Your Birthright
In Pleasure Is Your Birthright (And Other Truths I’m Learning to Accept),
delivers a beautiful meditation on reclaiming joy and desire in a world that often denies us both. Her words are a love letter to self-discovery and a bold declaration of personal freedom.
Tall White Boys, Mustaches & the Indie Scene
hilariously critiques a peculiar but pervasive archetype in indie culture in Tall White Boys With Mustaches Attending the Function. It’s a sharp, funny, and slightly absurd look at the uniformity of “alternative” spaces.
When Lyrics Become Affirmations
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dissects the transformative power of song lyrics in When Song Lyrics Become Affirmations. This piece explores how music serves as both a mirror and a motivator for personal growth.
Us v. Skrmetti: A Supreme Court Preview
takes a legal turn, unpacking the stakes in Us v. Skrmetti: Supreme Court Oral Arguments Preview. This analysis is a must-read for understanding a case that could reshape fundamental rights. 
Shaq and Penny: When Immaturity Ruins Greatness
Shaq and Penny: When Immaturity Ruins Greatness is a poignant exploration of squandered potential.
reflects on how youthful missteps derailed a legendary NBA duo.
Top 25 Alt-Soul Songs of 2024
celebrates the genre-blurring brilliance of alternative soul with their definitive Top 25 Alt-Soul Songs of 2024. Dive in to discover tracks that will elevate your playlist.
Locked In Like Cuban Linx
examines the enduring legacy of Only Built 4 Cuban Linx… and its influence on generations of artists. This is a lyrical and cultural journey worth taking.
On Sisterhood, Friendship, and Loss
and reflects on the transformative power of relationships in On Sisterhood, Friendship, Loss, and Finding Ourselves. This heartfelt essay captures the beauty and pain of human connection.
These Are the Questions Young People Are Asking
highlights the burning questions shaping Gen Z in These Are the Questions Young People Are Asking. It’s a crucial read for anyone looking to understand the future of culture and activism.
The Piano Lesson 2024: A Cinematic Spectacle
reviews the upcoming film adaptation of August Wilson’s The Piano Lesson. This analysis examines the challenges of translating a stage classic to the screen.
Black Nativity: A Modern Christmas Celebration
breathes new life into a timeless tradition with Black Nativity: A Modern Christmas. This piece revisits Langston Hughes’s classic holiday work, reimagining it for contemporary audiences while honoring its deep cultural and spiritual roots.
Notes Worth Noting
A Celebration For
“But this shape shifting, heartbreaking con has dreams of his own. To shed his undesireable snake-like traits and to discover a better version of himself. He knows there’s more to life that isn’t filled with secrets and deceit.” -
Notes worth noting—the segment we didn’t know we needed🥹 Also Happy 30th!!!!!🎊🥳
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