Carl Anka
Culture
As We Approach the Nerdageddon, I'm Worried About What Comes Next
With the end of 'Game of Thrones', the Star Wars sequel saga and the MCU as we know it, the monoculture is taking a massive hit.
Carl Anka
5.20.19
Race
Rachel Dolezal Isn't Giving Up
On BBC 'Newsnight' last night she tried to continue justifying her actions.
Carl Anka
3.28.17
this is a heel turn
A History of Heels in Wrestling and Beyond
In pro wrestling, a heel turn describes when a good guy turns bad. But it doesn't just happen in the ring – more traditional sports stars also make this attention-grabbing transition.
Carl Anka
11.11.15
VICE vs Video games
My Black Avatar Doesn’t Look Like the Black Me
Video games' character creation tools let you play as whoever you want to be—but, traditionally, that's presented problems for BME gamers.
Carl Anka
4.15.15
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My Black Avatar Doesn’t Look Like the Black Me
Video games' character creation tools let you play as whoever you want to be—but, traditionally, that's presented problems for BME gamers.
Carl Anka
4.15.15
Stuff
It’s Christmas in Six Days and I Just Got Robbed
Try and imagine every single possession you hold dear. Now imagine writing them all down on an insurance claim form. Merry Christmas.
Carl Anka
12.19.14
Stuff
Black Hair Is Not a Joke—It's a Powerful Mode of Self-Expression
And the black barbershop is where it all takes shape.
Carl Anka
12.10.14