In an age where outrage is entertainment and truth bends to the highest engagement, this essay traces the lineage of our modern media—from Network’s prophetic satire to the infinite scroll of the algorithm. Drawing on Nietzsche, Mill, Dostoevsky, and Achebe, it examines how the pursuit of truth has become performance, and belief a curated identity. Through politics, journalism, and social media, the piece unravels how spectacle has replaced sincerity and noise has drowned out nuance. What remains is an unsettling question: when everything demands our attention, what becomes of the truth?
This article examines the cultural shift away from traditional sitcoms, particularly Black sitcoms, and questions why they no longer hold the same prominence in television today. It reflects on the impact of classic shows like Martin, The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, and Living Single, contrasting them with modern series like Abbott Elementary and Atlanta, which, while influential, serve broader audiences. The piece also explores the historical role of comedy as a medium for truth-telling and social critique, considering whether sitcoms have lost their power to challenge societal norms or if they have simply evolved.
An exploration of Death, Grief, and the realization that comes with loss. Though beyond this the difficulties some of us face when attempting to solve these problems.
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