Alex Aster’s Tiktok famous novel “Lightlark” failed to live up to its publisher’s promises, says book columnist Tomi Oyedeji-Olaniyan CM `23.
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Selected ambient works: The sounds, looks and smells of Drain Gang
Music columnist Nicholas Black PO ’24 dives into the world of “drainers” — fans of the music collective Drain Gang — explaining trends among fans and why the group has such a hold on so many people.
Film philosophy: ‘Black Mirror’ questions what really matters
TV columnist Simone Bogedal PO ’24 explores how the examination of appearances on social media in “Black Mirror” can apply to our current lives.
Front of house: In the digital age, all the world’s a stage
In the age of social media, what is a celebrity? In light of TikTok and YouTube stars mingling with traditional celebrities, pop culture columnist Caelan Reeves CM ’24 explores this question.
Amped up: Sparked by the COVID-19 pandemic, pop-punk finds a new generation on TikTok
Pop-punk is making a comeback with a new generation on TikTok; it’s the perfect place for teens to grieve the small things lost to COVID-19, music columnist Mirabella Miller SC ’23 writes.
Front of house: Influencers should stop releasing mediocre media
Pop culture columnist Caelan Reeves CM ’24 discusses the trend of lackluster content creation from influencers trying to branch out into new fields.
A recipe for success: Betsy Ding PO ’24 whips up TikTok following with food inspired by childhood
With a TikTok following of 30k, a website of her own and a Instagram full of over 700 recipes and photos of her creations, Betsy Ding PO ’24 has a lot on her plate.
Pomona student goes TikTok viral with revamped Rice Purity Test
Have you ever taken the Rice Purity Test? Meet its glo up: The Innocence Test, created by Ella Menashe PO ’23 and her best friend, which went viral on TikTok.
Foodie fantasies: ‘Oat’ we give it a try?
Food columnist Maryam Khan SC ’23 discusses her dive into the world of baked oats and whether or not this latest trend is worth a try.
Tumblr culture, techies, ‘granola’ girls: 5C students make it big on TikTok
Three current and former 5C students reflect on gaining popularity on TikTok and what it means to make it big on the platform.