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Severance And The Hidden Work Of MotherhoodSeverance presents office work as a science-fiction nightmare, but its most unsettling idea is grounded in ordinary domestic life: the labour of caring for…
Who Carries the Feelings in Online FandomsOnline fandom is often described as a space for pleasure, belonging and creative expression. Yet every lively Discord server, Tumblr tag, Facebook group or…
How The Whale Reinforces Stereotypes About Fat WomenDarren Aronofsky’s The Whale presents itself as a serious drama about grief, addiction, estrangement and the possibility of forgiveness. Brendan Fraser’s…
How Girlboss Culture Failed to Address Systemic InequalityGirlboss culture promised a polished route to liberation: build a personal brand, launch a business, negotiate harder and turn ambition into independence. Its…
Who Gets Remembered in Feminist History?Feminist history is often presented as a clear procession of campaigns, leaders and landmark texts. In that version, trans women appear rarely, if at all.…
What Femcel Communities Reveal About Misogyny in Incel SpacesThe rise of femcel communities has complicated the public story about involuntary celibacy. Online, women who describe themselves as “femcels” often discuss…
A Smarter Way To Approach $5 Deposit CasinosA low deposit can make online casino gaming feel more accessible. With just five dollars, players may be able to explore selected slots, table games, or live…
How The Sims Still Reinforces Heteronormative Family StructuresSince its release in 2000, The Sims has presented itself as a playful life simulator where anyone can build a home, choose relationships and design an ordinary…
Why Diversity Training Fails Canadian Arts OrganisationsDiversity training has become a familiar ritual in Canadian galleries, theatres, festivals, publishers, and film organisations. A consultant arrives, staff…
What The Backlash Against Woke Disney Reveals About White Male EntitlementDisney has become a convenient target in the culture wars. A company once associated with fairy tales, family entertainment and conservative ideas about…