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Reality Check




Alligator Bites Never Heal album cover provided by Spotify.

Doechii’s success shows authenticity always wins

Doechii’s story tells us that being true to ourselves is the only way to find success. From choosing sobriety to deciding that a mixtape was the best path for her free artistic creation and even sharing with her fans that it’s okay to not be okay, Doechii proves that authenticity always wins.


Word of Good 2 chapter 1 title screen. In-game screen capture taken by Annika Sharlow.

World of Goo 2 is a pretty goo-d sequel

World of Goo 2 is a visually stunning game with a creative concept that almost lives up to the legacy of its predecessor, only hindered by its less poignant story and slightly frustrating gameplay.



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It’s been a long time coming: The Eras Tour experience

After a year and a half of touring, Taylor Swift has taken The Eras Tour to Indianapolis, making an unforgettable weekend for the entire city. As fans overtook Lucas Oil Stadium with sequins and friendship bracelets, Taylor Swift and her crew performed an outstanding three-and-a-half-hour show that spans throughout the 18 years of her discography, one era at a time.




Movie poster for Arcane with photo provided by Netflix Arcane promotional material.

'Arcane’s' second season ends the series with a bang

Arcane Season 2 provides a captivating story with intriguing characters, building off of the fantastic first season. While not every story beat is a winner, the series still holds strong with fantastic performances, art, and music.