Alabamian recommends: Podcasts

Why Won’t You Date Me? (Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Online)  Hosted by Nicole Byer, this zany and raunchy podcast focuses on Byer’s inability to find “the one.” With guests consisting of former flings, fellow comedians and…

Spain Park teens a symptom of nationwide ill

Oh boy. Here we go again. I received a text from my brother on Monday, March 4: “Do you know about the Spain Park video?” So, I got on YouTube and typed in “Spain Park Video.” It was the first thing that came up.…

“The Last Days of Judas Iscariot” a show…

Christina Yancy portrays Judas' mother, Henrietta. Photo courtesy of University Marketing & Communications Judas Iscariot – one of the 12 disciples and eventual traitor of Christ was doomed to reside in hell for his crimes, according to common Christian…

Battle of the buds: Apple vs. Samsung

Galaxy buds are the newest competitor to Apple's airpods. Photo by Waid Jones Samsung recently released the Galaxy Buds alongside the new Galaxy S10. These headphones are truly wireless and feature a small, sleek, in-ear design.    The…

The exclusionary culture of higher education

For several centuries, college education has functioned as a tool for upward mobility—a gateway to socioeconomic success in various forms, including financial gain, career satisfaction and specialized knowledge.   As a result, in many marginalized and…