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The Rise of the ‘Maybe’ RSVP: How Social Anxiety Is Changing Our Commitment Culture
From last-minute cancellations to perpetual uncertainty, the hidden cost of post-pandemic social anxiety is reshaping how we plan,...
Natalie Frank
Jun 61 min read
Southern Noir by Car: A Grit-Stained Road Trip Through the Dark Literary Heart of the South
Drive through the shadowy landscapes of Jesmyn Ward, James Lee Burke, Flannery O’Connor and more, tracing crime and gothic fiction where...
Natalie Frank
Jun 62 min read
Chicago Fire's Bold $650M Stadium Plan Aims to Transform 'The 78' into a Thriving Urban Hub
Privately funded soccer stadium set to anchor Chicago’s newest neighborhood, blending sports, community, and revitalization Natalie C....
Natalie Frank
Jun 41 min read
Chicago Fire's Bold $650M Stadium Plan Aims to Transform 'The 78' into a Thriving Urban Hub
Privately funded soccer stadium set to anchor Chicago’s newest neighborhood, blending sports, community, and revitalization Natalie C....
Natalie Frank
Jun 41 min read
Charming Psychopaths: Why We Can’t Look Away From Pop Culture’s Darkest Characters
From Joker to Joe Goldberg, what our obsession with charismatic villains reveals about the human psyche Natalie C. Frank, Ph.D June 4,...
Natalie Frank
Jun 41 min read
Supreme Court Sparks Outrage by Letting State Bans on Popular Guns and Magazines Stand
Without comment, the justices refused to hear major Second Amendment cases, leaving gun bans in Maryland and Rhode Island untouched and...
Natalie Frank
Jun 21 min read
Southern Cobb Salad with a Twist: A Bold, Flavor-Packed Take on a Classic American Favorite
Discover how this soulful Southern spin on the traditional Cobb salad delivers crispy, creamy, smoky goodness in every bite — perfect for...
Natalie Frank
Jun 21 min read
Trump's Tariff Gambit: U.S. Companies Targeted Amid Legal and Economic Turmoil
President Trump's threats to impose tariffs on Apple and Mattel spark legal challenges and economic concerns, testing the limits of...
Natalie Frank
Jun 21 min read
A Half-Inch from Hysteria: Surviving Southern Snow Like a Local Hero
One flake to rule them all — A hilarious deep dive into what happens when snow falls below the Mason-Dixon Line Natalie C. Frank, Ph.D ...
Natalie Frank
Jun 21 min read
EDITORIAL: Stripping Rights, Dimming Futures: The Dangerous Retreat on Pregnancy Accommodations
Removing abortion accommodations from the EEOC’s PWFA rule isn’t just legal nitpicking. It signals a troubling rollback of women’s...
Natalie Frank
Jun 16 min read
Southern-Style Peanut Butter Pie with Chocolate and Bourbon Whipped Cream: A Creamy Classic with a Kick
Rich, nostalgic, and made from scratch — this Southern peanut butter pie delivers old-school charm with a modern bourbon twist Natalie C....
Natalie Frank
May 311 min read
“I Don’t Want a Cure”: Embracing the Complexity of Bipolar Identity
Exploring how bipolar disorder shapes creativity, empathy, and resilience, and why some choose to embrace its complexities rather than...
Natalie Frank
May 311 min read
EDITORIAL: Broken Tracks and Empty Promises: Will Illinois Lawmakers Save the CTA Or Just Delay Its Collapse?
As Chicago stares down a $770 million CTA budget shortfall, lawmakers pitch temporary fixes instead of long-term reform, putting the...
Natalie Frank
May 304 min read
Brussels Sprouts Salad with Pickled Red Onions: A Bold Twist on a Classic Southern Side
Bright, tangy, and full of crunch, this southern Brussels sprouts salad with pickled red onions adds soul to your table and surprises...
Natalie Frank
May 291 min read
Chicago Alderman Faces Legal Threat Over Controversial Social Media Post Linking Colleague to D.C. Shooting
Ald. Rossana Rodriguez-Sanchez demands retraction from Ald. Raymond Lopez, citing safety concerns over alleged misinformation Natalie C....
Natalie Frank
May 281 min read
Five Years After George Floyd’s Murder, America Grapples With Justice, Memory, Unfinished Fight
Nationwide gatherings honor Floyd’s life as activists condemn stalled reforms, political rollbacks .Natalie C. Frank. Ph.D May 25. 2025...
Natalie Frank
May 254 min read
Harvard Faces Unprecedented Ban on International Student Enrollment Amid Federal Crackdown
Homeland Security revokes Harvard’s visa certification, citing campus safety concerns and non-compliance with federal demands Natalie C....
Natalie Frank
May 221 min read
EDITORIAL: Trump’s 2025 Refugee Reversal: White South African Farmers Fast-Tracked But At What Cost?
A critical look at Trump's 2025 executive order resettling white Afrikaner farmers, exposing racial bias and policy inconsistencies under...
Natalie Frank
May 225 min read
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