How impactful are music videos? Hollywood spares nothing for captivating content—the issue in a battle between Los Angeles music executives, the rappers they represent, and a man caught in the middle. By Amanda Squire/El Inde Disclaimer: This article contains explicit language and jargon in reference to music lyrics and quotations that emblematize aspects of the…
By Nicole Feltman Anisa was sweeping strands of hair from the floor in sync with the song No Scrubs by TLC which blasted from the salon’s speaker, echoing woman empowerment wall-to-wall. In came a customer with hand gestures that touched every bit of air in her vicinity, and a face that reflected her irritation. “Welcome…
By Gabriella Cobian/El Inde When Kristen Randall was 18 years old, she lived at home in Monticello, New York, and had recently graduated from high school. A few months prior, Randall’s parents suspected she was sexually active and an altercation followed soon after in which her father hit her. She assumes her parents found out…
By Jacqueline Aguilar/El Inde It was a warm Friday morning when I met 31-year-old Kimberly J. Becker. I spent the last year conducting interviews via Zoom and meeting someone face-to-face was nerve-wracking. I think it was our decision to initially grab coffee that put me at ease because we related on something we both enjoy…
By Emma Peterson/El Inde “Donna, how does this waffle look to you?” “I think that looks pretty good,” she responded, examining the golden yellow morsel, still hot from the press. “It might be a little overcooked though, don’t you think?” “That’s perfect, Poppa!” I said as I quickly spread butter in each of the honeycomb…
