In episode five of The Medium, Maddie and Reid discuss the pressure on artists to create while social distancing, and producer Kayla Mayer joins to talk about the irrelevance of celebrities during the pandemic.
In episode four of The Medium, TommieMedia Columnist Zaid Khan joins Maddie and Reid to discuss how movie theaters and streaming services will be affected by COVID-19 and offer their film, TV and music recommendations during social distancing.
Subtitles are a blessing that so many viewers go without. Opinions Editor Maddie Peters argue subtitles may take a little time to adjust to, but they will only improve one’s viewing experience.
In the second “Life in Isolation” feature, Opinions Editor Maddie Peters discusses the little things she misses about her pre-pandemic daily routine, and the little joys she has found with her new free time.
In episode three of The Medium, Maddie Peters talks to Literature Club’s Emily Rudie and Helen Armstrong about murder mystery, fan fiction and upcoming events. Reid Neeser and guest host Annie Terry discuss cancel culture and catch up on the latest news in art and entertainment.
The United States has changed greatly since the Founding Fathers and so have architectural trends. Opinions Editor Maddie Peters argues when federal buildings’ architecture reflects the current time, America’s history is united and showcased through culture and federal work.
In 2016, the CDC reported that 6.1 million kids between the ages of two and 17 have been diagnosed with ADHD. Opinions Editor Maddie Peters argues while the rising rate of ADHD is important to note, we must distinguish between an actual increase in cases and strengthened awareness.
In episode two of The Medium, hosts Maddie Peters and Reid Neeser interview each other on their respective arts, and discuss CGI casting and Justin Bieber’s new album.
In the near 100 years of the Academy Awards’ history, only five women have been nominated and only one woman has won the award for Best Director. Opinions Editor Maddie Peters argues it is time the Academy starts honoring the work of female directors.
Complications arise with Florida’s red flag law, Hong Kong’s leader unveiled a 25 billion Hong Kong dollar ($3.2 billion) fund on Friday, and the St. Thomas Opus College of Business suspends their Master of Business Administration program and Master of Science in Accountancy program. Opinions Editor Maddie Peters has today’s News in :90.
In the season three premiere of The Medium, hosts Maddie Peters and Reid Neeser recap the Oscars with their takes on the nominees, and discuss the Grammy’s and Harvey Weinstein trials.
On Feb. 11, Derald Wong Sue of Columbia University presented “Microaggressions: Toxic Rain on Educational Settings and Daily Life” to an audience in St. Thomas’ O’Shaughnessy Educational Center. Opinions Editor Maddie Peters has the story.
Kamala Harris dropped out of the 2020 presidential race in early December. In the video announcing the end of her campaign, she explained funding grew harder as her campaign went on. Opinions Editor Maddie Peters argues candidates should not be eliminated because they cannot afford to continue.
Drinking culture is socially centered and is a central aspect of the American lifestyle. This behavior is expected and the response surrounding it tends to be positive. Opinions Editor Maddie Peters argues It’s time we openly recognize alcohol’s negative impacts.
The lives of college students are hectic, with classes, jobs, friends and responsibilities. Opinions Editor Maddie Peters argues alone time is different from loneliness and is ultimately beneficial.
