Paul IppolitoJun 164 minThe Parasocial Relationships of TwitchTwitch allows viewers to foster connections with creators. Paul Ippolito examines the dangers of these parasocial relationships.
Alla KachanivskaJun 143 minInternet Memes: an Element of Coping Mechanism or a Tool for Propaganda Disinformation? Alla Kachanivska, a Ukrainian graduate student at Brooklyn College, examines the role of memes in the Ukraine-Russian War.
Hannah ConnerJun 74 minFacebook’s Metaverse, Virtual Reality, and Bertolt BrechtA German playwright from the early 20th century introduces a response to a contemporary concern.
Johnna SolanJun 23 minSocial Media and the Years to ComeSocial media has drastically changed how we interact with one another. Has it really made us more connected?
Kiana BostonMay 313 minSensationalism in the MediaHow does the media wager sensationalism? And how is sensationalism a threat to media literacy?
Jenna HofmannMay 193 minThe Influence of Social Media on ChildrenSocial media has both a positive and negative influence on children. Sacred Heart University student Jenna Hofmann details how
Lauren ZupkusMay 173 minWatch Out For The Big Grrrls, IndeedLizzo's Watch Out for the Big Grrrls demonstrates how media representation can influence body image tropes
Taylor BaroneMay 123 minThe Issue of Body Image in the MediaSacred Heart University student Taylor Barone discusses the intersection of media literacy, body image, and beauty standards
Brianna DanieleMay 54 minSocial Media and Its Effects on the ClassroomThere is no denying that social media has transformed the landscape of our entire lives. But, how can it be used in the classroom?
Shashidhar NanjundaiahApr 263 minThe Poison that FailedAbsolutist free speech is not real, so as governments are reluctant to act against hatemongering, global corporations find their conscience
Gregory J. GoldaApr 216 minBreaking Boba: Walter White's Transformation vs Boba Fett's Puzzling RebirthWhy did The Book of Boba Fett's convoluted storytelling confuse so many fans? Citting Aristotle, Gregory J. Golda explains why.
Antonio LópezApr 124 minJust Look Up!: The Sixth IPCC Report, Polar Temperature Spikes, and the Slap Seen Around the WorldThis is the second in a series of six blog posts about media literacy and the climate emergency
Alexandre Le Voci SayadApr 54 minLifelong Learning Culture Demands “Multidimensional Literacy”Alexandre Le Voci Sayad discusses the importance of “Multidimensional Literacy”
Gregory J. GoldaApr 14 minThe Twists of Turning Red Greg J. Golda watches Disney's Turning Red with a special guest
Michelle RosenMar 244 minCartoons: Stereotypes and Social Awareness Sacred Heart University student Michelle Rosen discusses cancel culture and cartoons.
Gregory J. GoldaMar 44 minThe Odessa Steps 1905, 1925, 2022The best film you've probably never seen comes from 1925 and has never been more relevant than today.
Gregory J. GoldaFeb 226 minDopesick Reaches Back to Try to Tell a New StorySacred Heart University professor Greg J. Golda explores Dopesick's older inspiration.
Bryan Bushey Feb 173 minCybersecurity and the Internet of ThingsSacred Heart University Junior Bryan Bushey takes a look at media's role in ensuring cybersecurity.
Erin Fleming Feb 153 minBattle with Barbie Imagery Sacred Heart University student Erin Fleming discusses the impact of media representation on body image.
Antonio LópezFeb 85 minDon’t Look Up! Getting the climate conversation started in Media Literacy (Part 1)In his first post of a five part series, Antonio López examines how climate action and media literacy converge in Netflix's Don't Look Up.