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Lena Stoeckert

Insider Beat: Comedian Rachel Feinstein discusses stand-up comedy experiences in exclusive interview

Over spring break, I had the opportunity to speak with Rachel Feinstein, a stand-up comic and actress who has both years of experience in the field and quite a few notches on her IMDb page, including projects like "Life & Beth" starring Amy Schumer and "Top Five" directed by Chris Rock.5 hours ago

Questioning true crime: Should we find our thrills elsewhere?

Throughout history, human beings have long had a fascination with the macabre. From attending public executions to studying serial killers, people have not only wanted to learn about the vilest of crimes but also about individuals who committed them.Mar 10

Plan your spring break trip around your zodiac sign

Although spring break is right around the corner, it's not too late to pack your bags and book a last-minute trip to your chosen destination. If anything, that's the trickiest part — choosing where you want to go. So what better than to leave the fate of your spring break in the hands of the stars?Mar 9

Ukraine comes to New Brunswick in form of live music

Going to see live music with a full orchestra isn't a common activity for college students, but it sure is an underrated one — especially with State Theater New Jersey, right around the corner off George Street, offering affordable prices to see some of the greatest orchestras on a global scale.Feb 28

Insider Beat: 'Somebody I Used to Know' didn't reinvent romantic comedies, but it's still fun to watch

It’s fascinating when a genre completely disappears. It’s rare, but it was the unfortunate fate of the romantic comedies of the 90s and early aughts.Feb 14

'Diary of a Simpy Kid' has us saying 'zoo-wee mama'

According to the playbill that was handed out to the audience, the idea of "Diary of a Simpy Kid" started as a joke by its creators Michael Trujillo, a junior in the School of Arts and Sciences, and Anthony Graceffo, a sophomore in Mason Gross School of the Arts. But as inside jokes go, this one snowballed into something much more real. And what started as a joke became a masterpiece.Feb 1

Discussing female gaze is already confusing, let’s not involve irrelevant TikTok trends

I, and many others, have often referred to the internet as a digital Wild West and high noon in the form of a horrifying TikTok trend is here again. Yet another conversation about the female gaze has reached the "for you" pages of the masses, and it’s sparked a debate about what exactly the term means.Dec 15

Hate horror movies? Get in autumnal spirits with these fun fall flicks

As October begins and the weather starts to get crisper and chillier each day, we get further situated in the autumn months — which happen to be my favorite time of the year. Believe me, I've been counting down the days until fall and now that it’s here, I’m looking for ways to celebrate, which I often do by watching my favorite fall-themed movies.Oct 7

Posting your kids on social media isn't always corn-tastic

Being part of an age group that grew up online, I was told by my parents to be extremely careful about my presence on the internet. They said not to talk to strangers, wait until I was old enough to be on social media and, when I did join, to keep my accounts private.Sep 22

Psychic Swifties: Predicting what Taylor Swift's 'Midnights' will look like

Ever since “Red (Taylor’s Version)” was released, fans of pop musician Taylor Swift have been eagerly wondering what’s next. Most have been anticipating another "Taylor’s Version" of her other albums that have yet to be released.Sep 20

Gone, but not forgotten: TV shows cancelled too soon

Back in August, it was announced that HBO Max would be canceling and removing from streaming a long list of original and acquired titles. A spokesperson for the company cites the reason being a merger with Discovery+, but HBO Max is certainly not the first streaming platform nor the last to cancel shows before they reach their prime.Sep 15

Summer sun got your skin down? Keep your glow with these skin care tips

Summer may be most people’s favorite season, with lazy days and warm weather, trips to the beach and traveling abroad — but the heat and sun can lead to a few skin care downsides.Aug 11

Ignore 'Cats' — these movie musicals are actually worth streaming

Any musical fan understands the pain of a failed movie adaptation of your favorite show. Films like “Cats,” “The Prom,” “Dear Evan Hansen” and “Into the Woods” are just a few examples of lifeless disappointments with mediocre singing and dancing from normally incredible A-list actors who find themselves unable to put the passion into the project that is required from a musical.Apr 22

Corset controversy: 'Bridgerton' prioritizes character-defining aesthetics over historical accuracy

With the second season of "Bridgerton" coming out on Netflix, there’s a lot of buzz on the internet about the new juicy scandals — and the tension between Kate Sharma and Anthony Bridgerton. Another topic of discussion has been the costumes on the show, which people seem to either love or hate.Apr 15

From Timothée Chalamet to Serena Williams: These celebs were 2022's Oscars' best dressed

There’s been a lot of buzz surrounding the 94th Oscars. Considering last year’s poor ratings, things are definitely looking up for the Academy, even amid controversy. But for me, half of the excitement of awards shows lies in what people are wearing, and this year had some truly great looks.Mar 31

Got snacks? These road trip goodies will keep you full on your journey

Spring break is here for Rutgers students, and many of us are preparing for some exciting plans. For some people, a road trip might be in our future — which means frequent gas station stops. It’s a quintessential part of any good road trip: combing the aisles and debating with your traveling companions over what snacks to add to the cart. We all have our favorites, and these are my must-haves for any car ride.Mar 11 2022

Disney+ proves it's not just for Marvel with these hidden gems available to stream

In today’s day and age, finding the right thing to watch can be pretty challenging: There seem to be a dozen streaming platforms, and each one has endless content. You can spend half your night narrowing down what to watch.Feb 23 2022

Don't let cold weather stop you from looking your best! Try these tips to warm up your style

Nothing says "welcome back to campus" like the blizzard that just knocked the stuffing out of the Northeast. The snow storm brought the freezing cold with it, and if Punxsutawney Phil is to be believed, we’ll have six more weeks of winter.Feb 4 2022

Hilarious, but obvious: 'Don't Look Up' is heavy-handed, but still wildly enjoyable

Have you ever thought about the world ending? It’s not uncommon to live in somewhat grim times and have the thought cross your mind. “Don’t Look Up” sets out to answer the question: What would happen if the world was ending, not in the distant future, but six months from now? Would we stop it?Jan 31 2022

Diversity fails, pandemic woes: Awards shows are losing relevancy

If you’re anything like me, you may have fallen victim to the undeniable allure of Hollywood — in fact, it’s quite common to buy into the glitz and glam of celebrities or to dream about being in that spotlight yourself.Jan 26 2022

Turn off 'Let It Snow': Diversify your holiday playlist with these underrated tracks

The holiday season is my favorite time of the year by far. The world gets a little more magical, and it’s nice to have a fitting playlist while you make cookies, drink hot chocolate or celebrate the holidays at a festive party. Dec 9 2021

Season's streamings: These Christmas movies will brighten up your holiday

With finals season approaching, it can be easy to spend the holiday season stressed out and panicked. Students can get so bogged down by studying and work, that we forget to get into the Christmas spirit. Dec 8 2021

Watch these iconic Thanksgiving sitcom specials to brighten your holiday this year

With Thanksgiving being just around the corner, it reminds us all of the many traditions that come with celebrating the holiday. Nov 23 2021

From Celtic traditions to trick-or-treating: Halloween's history explained

As we move further into fall and the final days of October are numbered, we approach Halloween, a day steeped in history and traditions. The holiday we know, love and fear today may be unrecognizable from its origin at times, but surprisingly similar at other times. It's fascinating to look back and learn how one of our favorite holidays came to be.Oct 30 2021