“Aggregate is a unique word. As a noun, it indicates different elements brought together in the same place. As a verb, it seeks to collect and assemble disparate pieces to create a more cohesive whole. This column seeks to do both of those things; breaking down some important stories in print journalism each week and […]
When Netflix’s streaming service started taking off in the late 2000s, it would go on to change the film industry in a big way. First it targeted video stores, then they began to go after movie theaters and TV networks by creating their own original content. The industry took notice with streaming platforms, such as […]
The Aggregate: The Real Costs of Higher Education // A Curated Collision of Food and Music
Mar 25th '19
“Aggregate is a unique word. As a noun, it indicates different elements brought together in the same place. As a verb, it seeks to collect and assemble disparate pieces to create a more cohesive whole. This column seeks to do both of those things; breaking down some important stories in print journalism each week and […]
Long, Strange Trip
Mar 19th '19
Despite what some people might claim, the business disruption was not invented in Silicon Valley. Easy example: Our grandparents (or great grandparents probably) traded an icebox for a refrigerator or a radio for a TV at some point, but were quite accustomed to driving around in a car. Disruption is literally in the heart of […]
“Aggregate is a unique word. As a noun, it indicates different elements brought together in the same place. As a verb, it seeks to collect and assemble disparate pieces to create a more cohesive whole. This column seeks to do both of those things; breaking down some important stories in print journalism each week and […]
Is Coachella leaving Coachella?
Jan 2nd '19
Isn’t it weird that the Coachella festival is in Indio and not Coachella? Granted, its name is the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival, but every year it gets more and more styled, falling further away from its original name. From Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival, to Coachella Fest, to Coachella, and then to […]
Superman… Forever?
Dec 18th '18
Superman: The Movie celebrated its 40th anniversary on December 15th, and The Hollywood Reporter ran a wonderful article, espousing the greatness of Superman the movie. I agree wholeheartedly with the article and the reporter’s opinion. Superman: The Movie is the benchmark against the way all other superhero movies will be judged. The reporter admitted that the […]
The 10 Highest-Grossing iPhone Apps of 2018
Dec 17th '18
Some extremely interesting numbers became public by the analytics firm, Sensor Tower. They’ve released which apps grossed the most revenue for 2018, taking data from January to November of this year. Top 10 Highest-Grossing iPhone Apps in 2018 1. Netflix — $790.2 million USD 2. Tencent Video — $490.0 million USD 3. Tinder — $462.2 million USD […]
What I’m Streaming: Podcasts
Dec 10th '18
If you’re like me, then you’re a fan of podcasts. However, since everyone and their grandma has one, what should you be checking out? Well, here are my recommendations for what to listen to whether you’re driving, working out, or just need something to fill your earholes. In a little bit of podcast news, Karen […]