Exploring Beatniks and the Beat Generation Legacy

The Beat Generation emerged in the late 1940s, gaining prominence in the 1950s. They rebelled against post-war America’s conformity, advocating for adventure, freedom, and personal truth. Meeting in New York City’s Columbia University, key figures like Kerouac, Ginsberg, and Burroughs formed the core of this movement. Influential women, including di Prima and Johnson, also played […]

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Punk vs Emo vs Goth Subculture Differences

Punk, emo, and goth are unique subcultures with different styles and beliefs. They’re known for their alternative fashion and music choices. But each one has its own special look and cultural background. We’re going to focus on what makes each of these subcultures stand out. That includes their fashion sense, the music they love, and […]

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The Indie Sleaze Resurgence: A Look into Early 2000s Culture

In the early 2000s, the indie sleaze trend emerged as a defining cultural and fashion movement, blending ’70s and ’80s electro-rock influences with a distinct aesthetic that stood in stark contrast to mainstream styles of the time. This movement was characterized by a raw, edgy look that included imprecise eyeliner, high-flash photography, and deliberately tousled […]

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Social Permaculture: Off-Grid Living in Portugal

Off-grid living and permaculture eco-tourism has become a viable solution that only seems to become more relatable to the needs of many millennials as time goes on… The desire to get out. It’s a complicated world we’re living in. One not only of unexpected election results but also a world today where no concept of […]

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MAD NYC, What Have We Done, The Catastrophe of Homelessness

— An exclusive photo editorial piece by photographer Alberto Alcocer. Words by Maya Amoah. Images below were shot in New York City and Madrid.  It’s 2 AM and the lights of Time Square brilliantly shine like no other place in the world. Pixelated images in every direction flash before the eyes of both tourists and New Yorkers alike and […]

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