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Ball State alum creates Tinder for streaming services

Dinggo makes deciding what to watch on streaming services easier by using an algorithm similar to Tinder. Users can select what streaming services they use, narrow down by the genre they are in the mood for, and then can swipe through to decide what sounds interesting and what doesn't. Once user feel they have swiped through enough options, they can then see a list of all the shows or movies they felt looked interesting. Dinggo also has an option where groups can swipe together and a list showing what everyone in the group wants to watch will be made.



Is Hollywood Running Out of Ideas

It’s truly worrisome to think that Hollywood values the money brought in by the content created rather than the actual storyline and quality of the content but that’s become a common fear.




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‘Mob Psycho 100′ season two inspires growth

 'Mob Psycho 100' pushes the boundaries of the main protagonists that  defined them in the first season. Even though some characters lacked  development, the art and plot created a deeper theme through Mob’s  growth.