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Written by Quinn Hochstetler With Thanksgiving around the corner, it’s time to brace yourself for your conspiracy theorist family members. Let’s talk about government coverups, cryptids, and the ultimate question: “what makes conspiracy theories so appealing?” I’m going to go out on a limb and say that most people have that one eccentric family member. Whoever it is in your family, they likely believe in some wacky stuff. Maybe they only come around during the holidays, or ma

Written by Kylee Herrick An analysis of the Cleveland Museum of Art’s recent exhibition about wine’s role in mythology and history. Wine is an alcoholic beverage made from fermented grape juice. In many forms of media, it is associated with middle aged mothers and pretentious art fanatics. To an ancient Greek or medieval Catholic, wine was a sacred rite. It was dangerous, fantastical and deeply rooted in their connection to religion and spirituality. Wine was the truth potion

Written by Alexander Giampietro Modern horror movies have the effect of inflicting fear upon the audience that strikes them to the core. Through a psychological lens, this phenomenon is deeply rooted in the core of how we think. During a showing of a horror film, a door appears on the screen as the camera pans in on the main character approaching it. Carl Sandburg, an American poet, once wrote that “an open door says ‘come in,’ a closed one says ‘who are you?’”  The audience

Written by Kylee Herrick Cleveland’s history with the cranky file clerk who called the city home and subsequently transformed the comic narrative. “Harvey Pekar? That doesn’t sound like a superhero to me.” (“American Splendor,” 2003) This past summer, Cleveland celebrated as James Gunn’s film, “Superman,” hit theaters and plastered the city on television screens and IMAX theaters. The so-called “Mistake by the Lake” was finally able to bring its superhero back home and see hi

Written by Ava Brennan How to tackle extravagant holiday meals while nurturing the body. Delicious recipes at bottom of this post! Two of the biggest feasting holidays are right around the corner. Some may spend this time preparing, walking extra steps to balance out incoming calories, while others accept the not-so-good feelings that come with the “feel-good” foods. In a large family like mine, creating extravagant holiday meals is no small feat. The responsibility of planni

Written by Nicole Wloszek-Therens Spotlighting Cleveland State University students who wear their self-expression on their sleeve. Katey DiGiacomo Katey DiGiacomo, a senior public relations major, is one of many college students who has grown into her personal style in the last few years of her life.  She describes her current style as “Y2k, grungey, ballerina-core.” Brittany Murphy and Gwen Stefani are two of her biggest fashion icons, but she always adds her own personal tw

Written by Nicole Wloszek-Therens Guice Mann shares the story of his journey as an artist, and his mission to spread positivity through all that he creates. Cleveland’s art culture thrives in the hidden nooks of the city where innovators and creators transform unassuming warehouse spaces into vibrant studios. Artists pour their souls into their work and their creativity spills onto the streets with murals and installations that breathe life into the industrial landscape. In a

Written by Kenleigh Dior Black In times when words may not be enough, this playlist offers songs that encompass aspects of Black culture, –  songs of protest, radical change and identity. I.   “NRICH” - Killer Mike  This track is an intense confession of the stereotypes placed upon the Black community that undermine the beauty of Blackness. Killer Mike raps that in spite of this reality, Blackness remains rich in successes, accolades and perseverance. He calls out violence wi

Written by Helaina Rucinski Why does Thanksgiving dinner so often turn into a battleground of tension? For many families, the turkey isn’t the only thing getting roasted at Thanksgiving dinner. The holiday meal may seem more like a contest than a celebration with all the political debates, unsolicited life advice, and that one relative who “just wants to talk about the election.” As voices of family members become louder and mashed potatoes grow colder, you might find someone

Written by Kirsten Kimbler CSU’s Studio: Sillie collective shines a spotlight on student filmmakers with its first short film showcase – with proceeds going to Cleveland’s growing film scene. Cleveland State’s film scene will take center stage on Nov. 30, as Studio: Sillie Showcase – a dynamic collective of CSU students and graduates dedicated to producing original short film content – hosts its first short film showcase.  The showcase will feature 10 short films produced by

Written by Sage Colón Inside the rise of one of Cleveland’s biggest sports meme pages. The Turning Point As Aidan Crowley looked around at the crowd outside the Browns stadium on Feb. 3, 2025, he realized the potential he held in his hands. No more than three hours earlier, he had been sitting with his friends when news broke that Myles Garrett – one of the Cleveland Browns’ most beloved players – was requesting a trade. That morning, Crowley rushed to make an Instagram post

Written by Nicole Wloszek-Therens A look into the legend and lore entwined in one of Cleveland’s most infamous homes. Next time you find yourself in the Ohio City neighborhood of Cleveland, keep an eye out for the towering stone house on Franklin Boulevard. Its roof juts out among the treetops, which seem planted to shield it from the questioning stares of passersby. The iron fence has a heavy lock and chain that reinforce the theory. Don’t look for too long, though – you mig

Written by Ava Brennan Where in the world have our Vikes been recently? Within the confines of smaller midwestern schools, I hear students speak of their desire to travel, explore the world, and expand their horizons. We may look to influencers and celebrities “luxurious trips”  and think of travel as a distant idea, unattainable for the average student. To remind our students how vast the world is, here are several students at Cleveland State University who have traveled rec

Written by Andrew Paduano A totally real and not fabricated story about the greatest football team of all time and all their accomplishments – The Cleveland State Vikings. The Forbidden History A long time ago, at a college not-so-far-away, an American football team was born. Not any football team; no, this is the best football team to ever exist in the history of humankind. A team that is victorious with every step they take. Since 1964, this unstoppable force has been none

Written by Helaina Rucinski It starts like any normal day on Cleveland State’s campus. You wake up, head to class, open your laptop and prepare to take notes. But today, something’s different, it’s not just another normal day. Your professor announces changes to the syllabus — fewer open discussions and more restrictions on what can be covered in class. It’s not just a policy change; it’s a sign of a broader shift. In Ohio, this is becoming the new reality. Under Ohio’s Senat

Written by   Nicole Wloszek-Therens How yoga can be a powerful tool to help students find balance, both in their bodies and their minds. After her week of civil engineering courses at CSU ends, sophomore Saja Malkieh looks forward to her weekend nighttime routine that helps her stay grounded in more ways than one.  Malkieh rolls out a yoga mat on her bedroom floor and starts her playlist of the “Interstellar” soundtrack. The orchestral composition of Hans Zimmer fills the roo

Written by Kylee Herrick With the CSU student radio station’s annual Halloween tradition just around the corner, it is time to put the spotlight on the students providing a source of alternative music and entertainment. ***At press time, news broke that WCSB has been taken over by Ideastream. The implications of this transition remain unclear, raising concerns about the future of one of the few truly independent student voices on campus. At press time, there was no confirmati

Written by Nicole Wloszek-Therens In the spirit of ‘spooky season,’ this is an especially curated playlist of artists “costuming” themselves as other artists through their music. Check out this diverse selection of covers. Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3jgIR0Kv00KTwdhIrTD0LT?si=5YLtkc9nQ6OzW9ZLNb3DTg&pi=U7PSw_kRRe6z4 “Money” - The Flying Lizards Although The Flying Lizards released this track back in 1980, it was done before then by The Beatles in 1963 and origi

Written by Ava Brennan A local barista gives insight on the mastery of latte art and her personal experience in winning her first latte art throwdown. Autumn has arrived – the leaves are changing, the air is crisp and the cozy season is officially here. For many of us, it's the moment our coffee orders transition from iced to hot. What’s better than a warm latte on a cool day? One topped with a beautiful design. Rosetta pour | Photo Credit: Joelle Kristoff Latte art is achiev