October 6, 2026

Popular Podcast Picks from The Washington Post Opinion Writers

Democracy Dies in Darkness encapsulates the need for informed conversations and the modern medium for many is podcasts. In recent history, methods of receiving updates and entertainment have evolved from town criers and traditional radio to digital platforms. Podcasts offer a unique blend of audio content that listeners can access at their convenience. A captivating […]

October 6, 2026

Controversy Over Firing of Baltimore Arts Executive Raises Legal Questions

A Baltimore arts executive faced termination amid backlash over her decision to wear cornrows. Kelly Carnes, who served as executive director at the Baltimore Rock Opera Society (BROS), was dismissed after returning from the Burning Man festival. Her hairstyle choice sparked a debate on cultural appropriation. Attorney Jeremy Eldridge highlighted potential legal implications under Maryland’s […]

October 5, 2026

Embracing AI: The Restoration of the Basilica of Saint Francis of Assisi

The Basilica of Saint Francis of Assisi stands as a monumental site in the hills of Umbria, Italy. Built as the resting place for one of Christianity’s revered saints, this 13th-century church has faced numerous challenges over the years, notably from two significant earthquakes in 1997. These quakes resulted in the loss of four lives […]

October 4, 2026

Amir Odom and Luke Evans Challenge Political Expectations in LGBTQ Community

Amir Odom joined Riley Gaines to explore complex issues within the LGBTQ movement, including Pride Month, political identity, and a sense of political homelessness. On The Riley Gaines Show, they discussed cancel culture, Black Lives Matter, and former President Trump, exploring why many feel unrepresented by communities they are told to belong to. Hollywood actor […]

October 4, 2026

A Journey With Furthur: Reviving Ken Kesey’s Iconic Bus

The 1939 International Harvester bus, known as “Furthur,” is a 37-foot piece of history. Covered in rust and broken glass, it still evokes movement even while stationary. Kelly Harris, director of the Haight Street Art Center in San Francisco, describes Furthur as a “call to action.” She sees it as a reminder to keep creating […]

October 3, 2026

Abraham Lincoln’s Historical Pocket Watch at the Smithsonian

An English-made pocket watch, over 150 years old, resides in the Smithsonian National Museum of American History. This watch, once owned by Abraham Lincoln, is currently kept out of public view within the museum’s extensive collection. Lisa Kathleen Graddy, curator of American political history at the Smithsonian, shares that Lincoln purchased the watch in the […]

October 1, 2026

Suzanne Scott Inducted into Broadcasting+Cable Hall of Fame

FOX News Media CEO Suzanne Scott entered the Broadcasting+Cable Hall of Fame at an event held at the Ziegfeld Ballroom in New York City. This ceremony recognizes pioneers and influential figures in the media industry. Scott joined Fox News in 1996 and has held key roles before becoming CEO in 2018. Bill Hemmer, a host […]

September 30, 2026

Fox News Dominates Cable and Broadcast Ratings in Third Quarter of 2026

Fox News Channel has marked its 30th anniversary by outperforming CBS in weekday primetime viewers during the third quarter of 2026. With an average of 2.4 million weekday primetime viewers, Fox News led CBS, maintaining dominance year-to-date among weekday primetime audiences. Fox News excelled in cable television by averaging 1.3 million total-day viewers. It stood […]

September 30, 2026

Banned Cable Networks Air Taxpayer-Funded Trump Ads

Recently, taxpayer-funded advertisements featuring denouncements of the ‘deep state’ and ‘globalists’ have been broadcasted locally on CNN and MS NOW. These ads are tied to President Donald Trump and were aired on networks that Trump has attempted to exclude from the White House premises. On September 21, Vaughn Hillyard, White House correspondent for MS NOW, […]