Old Soul: Stage and Screen

October 2, 2018

Bradley Cooper and Lady Gaga rejuvenate the movie musical in the charming remake of a classic film, A Star is Born. (Featured Image via Popsugar)

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Matcha, Manga, and Mayonnaise: Sports!

September 23, 2018

By Onae Parker

Just a couple Japanese athletes that you might want to know about. (Image via Sports Illustrated)

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Mood Ring: An Evening for Philia (Appreciating Friends)

September 22, 2018

By Isabel Zuppa

This Mood Ring shows off “philia” or platonic love and how we can appreciate it through music. (Image via vickirebecca)

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Old Soul: “Nina Cried Power” Review

September 12, 2018

By Lauren Arzbaecher

A review of Hozier’s new EP, Nina Cried Power.
(Featured image via radiofy.se).

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An Oldie But a Goodie: Podcasts

August 10, 2018

By Lauren Arzbaecher

Shut up and listen. (Featured image via PA Studio Brighton)

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Stella: Aretha Franklin

July 12, 2018

By Elaine Irvine

Learn more about the first woman inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, Aretha Franklin. (Image via: Mam’zelle Swing)

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An Oldie But a Goodie: A Trip to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame

June 6, 2018

By Lauren Arzbaecher

Ever wanted to play pinball with Mick Jagger? Wear Michael Jackson’s sequined glove? Aside from getting tackled by security for touching the artifacts, experience the history and lasting legacy of rock and roll at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in Cleveland, Ohio. (Featured image via Destination Cleveland)

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Jen’s Top Ten’s: My Favorite Mayday Parade Songs

June 2, 2018

By Jen Moulton

In this edition of Jen’s Top Ten’s, I will be talking about my favorite songs by one of my favorite bands, Mayday Parade. (Image via: substreammagazine.com)

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Matcha, Manga, and Mayonnaise: Sumo

May 31, 2018

By Onae Parker

One of the great things to do in Tokyo.
Image via myself

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The Rolling Bean: NE-HI

May 25, 2018

By Isabella Volfson

Read a review of the band NE-HI here! (Image via NE-HI’s Bandcamp)

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Concert Preview: Father John Misty at Val Air Ballroom DSM on October 1

Father John Misty returns to Iowa tonight on October 1st at the Val Air Ballroom in Des Moines for the first time since performing at 80/35 festival in 2022, a show I was not only at, but also vaguely remember.

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Your Arms Are My Cocoon brought the death of a rabbit tour to Iowa City (again!) – September 23, 2025

Last week, Chicago’s emo sweethearts Your Arms Are My Cocoon returned to Iowa City (again!), this time in the basement of someone’s house.

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Law Enforcement Warns Students About Fentanyl-laced Prescription Pills.

Cartels have increasingly looked to social media to move counterfeit medications made to resemble authentic prescriptions, often laced with deadly doses of fentanyl.

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Des Moines’ plan to solve its budget crisis: gentrification

Des Moines is facing the culmination of multiple long-standing budgetary crises resulting in its present $17 million annual deficit. Without room in the general fund, transportation is facing cuts, utility rates have been hiked, and agencies reorganized…

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The Time is ‘Nowski: Hawks Fight Their Way Out Of Piscataway, 38-28

Iowa unveiled a far more dynamic offense at Rutgers, mixing creativity with big-play confidence behind Mark Gronowski’s command. The result was a 38-28 road win that felt like a turning point for the Hawkeyes’ attack.

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Alone at the Top

As the final seconds drained away at Kinnick Stadium, Kirk Ferentz was doused in orange Gatorade and handed his place in history. With win No. 206, Ferentz passed Woody Hayes to become the winningest coach in Big Ten history, his understated Midwestern legacy built less on titles than on the thousands of players who call him their coach.

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Interview: World’s Worst on their past, present, and the Real Housewives of SLC

Concert Review: Jefferson Starship, September 21st

Concert Preview: White Reaper w/ Lip Critic and World’s Worst at Gabe’s Oct. 4. An open-eyed look into the new record Only Slightly Empty

Concert Preview: Father John Misty at Val Air Ballroom DSM on October 1

Your Arms Are My Cocoon brought the death of a rabbit tour to Iowa City (again!) – September 23, 2025

September 21, BOOTCAMP release show, “The Love” and the importance of local music scenes.

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Old Soul: Stage and Screen

Matcha, Manga, and Mayonnaise: Sports!

Mood Ring: An Evening for Philia (Appreciating Friends)

Old Soul: “Nina Cried Power” Review

An Oldie But a Goodie: Podcasts

Stella: Aretha Franklin

An Oldie But a Goodie: A Trip to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame

Jen’s Top Ten’s: My Favorite Mayday Parade Songs

Matcha, Manga, and Mayonnaise: Sumo

The Rolling Bean: NE-HI

Concert Preview: Father John Misty at Val Air Ballroom DSM on October 1

Your Arms Are My Cocoon brought the death of a rabbit tour to Iowa City (again!) – September 23, 2025

Law Enforcement Warns Students About Fentanyl-laced Prescription Pills.

Des Moines’ plan to solve its budget crisis: gentrification

The Time is ‘Nowski: Hawks Fight Their Way Out Of Piscataway, 38-28

Alone at the Top

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