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EES Professor Jeff Karson Explains “The Rings of Power” Volcanic Possibilities
Jeff Karson, professor of tectonics & magmatism of rifts and transform faults in the College of Arts & Sciences’ Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences, shared his expertise in Hollywood Reporter’s article “‘The Rings of Power’ Showrunners — and a…
Pop Culture Professor Weighs In on Next Moves for Twitter
Robert Thompson, Trustee Professor of radio, television and film and director of the Bleier Center for Television and Popular Culture in the Newhouse School, was quoted in The Telegraph article “Analysts Consider Twitter Under Musk Regime.” This story details Elon…
‘American Ninja Warrior’ Contestant Among Incoming Freshman Class
Incoming freshman Jay Lewis comes to Syracuse University from Cheshire, Connecticut, and he just might be a familiar face to those who watch the hit NBC program “American Ninja Warrior.” On the show, contestants are put through a rigorous obstacle…
“Alec Baldwin returns to podcast mic, with curious new format”
Robert Thompson, Trustee Professor of television, radio, and film in the Newhouse School and director of the Bleier Center for Television and Popular Culture, was quoted in the Fox News story “Alec Baldwin returns to podcast mic, with curious new…
‘Black Widow’ Bridges Gap in Marvel Cinematic Universe
Kendall Phillips, professor of communication and rhetorical studies in the College of Visual and Performing Arts, was quoted by the Deseret News for the story, “How ‘Black Widow’ came to be and why it is so special.” Phillips, a professor…
Is the Laugh Track in Television Effective Or Just Nostalgic?
Robert Thompson, Trustee Professor of radio, television and film and director of the Bleier Center for Television and Popular Culture in the Newhouse School, was quoted by The Associated Press, NBC News and CBS This Morning in coverage of the Jeopardy game host issues,…
“Yes, Mirrors are Unsettling and Creepy. Here’s How to Unlearn the Association (Or At Least Work Around It).”
Kendall Phillips, professor of communication and rhetorical studies in the College of Visual and Performing Arts, was quoted in the Apartment Therapy story “Yes, Mirrors are Unsettling and Creepy. Here’s How to Unlearn the Association (Or At Least Work Around…
“Dr. Robert Thompson With A Recap Of The Emmy’s”
Robert Thompson, Trustee Professor of television, radio and film in the Newhouse School and director of the Bleier Center for Television and Popular Culture, was interviewed for the KRSO radio segment “Dr. Robert Thompson With A Recap Of The Emmy’s.”…
“Networks Are Prepping for the Craziest Fall Season in the History of Broadcast TV.”
Robert Thompson, Trustee Professor of television, radio and film in the Newhouse School and director of the Bleier Center for Television and Popular Culture, was quoted in the Bloomberg article “Networks Are Prepping for the Craziest Fall Season in the…
“How ‘Tenet’ missed its moment.”
Kendall Phillips, professor of communication and rhetorical studies in the College of Visual and Performing Arts, was interviewed by the Deseret News for the article “How ‘Tenet’ missed its moment.” With the pandemic forcing many movie theaters to remain closed,…