Amherst Wire

“Fearless (Taylor’s Version)” better depicts the country artist’s musical identity

13 years later Swift reclaims her breakout album in this recent re-recording

Isabel Guilmette, Writer • April 18, 2021

The pop star’s re-recording of her 2008 albumi is one that is both nostalgic and tacitly introspective.

“Massachusetts 2050: A Warming State” Where does our trash go?

The pathway from the University bin to the dumping ground

Caeli Chesin, Writer • April 16, 2021

According to the 2018 UMass Amherst Waste Management Report, UMass produced 8,103 tons of trash, with 4,889 of those tons being recyclable. Yet, we can not be sure if that amount actually ends up being recycled due to contamination in the recycling stream or a lack of demand from buyers.

Getting Through with “The Wilds”

An epic coming of age saga with a twist

Emma Sammuli, Lifestyle Editor • April 15, 2021

There are eight girls in total who are stranded on the island, each with their own past that follows them wherever they go. It’s a thrilling, emotional saga that I would highly recommend to anyone who enjoys a suspenseful plot and artful storytelling.

(Fake) Blonde Moment: Met Gala and UMass Hockey

Chad Douty and Grace Sherwood • April 14, 2021

Tune in for Chad and Grace's take on unlikely relationships.

Wire News Round Up – 4.12.21

UMass hockey wins national championship, updated COVID case numbers and more

Nicole Biagioni, Brie Bristol, Ethan Brayall-Brown, Gabriella Merullo, and Olivia Capriotti • April 12, 2021

UMass hockey wins national championship, updated COVID case numbers and more.

Marked As Read: Crime, witchcraft and random reads

Celina and Bri welcome listeners into their personal libraries

Celina Rivernider • April 12, 2021

Tune in for exclusive insight on Celina and Bri's personal bookshelf.

Almost Healthy: Unconventional vegetable recipes

Episode two featuring parmesan roasted chickpeas and SCOBY selfies

Emilee Klein and Sam Bozorgzadeh • April 8, 2021

Vegetables! Emilee and Sam tear apart their sneakiest ways to eat veggies

(Fake) Blonde Moment: Olivia Rodrigo and Demi Lovato

Tune in to hear Grace and Chad's review Demi Lovato's new music

Chad Douty and Grace Sherwood • April 7, 2021

Is it "deja vu" or has Olivia Rodrigo released another hit song? Chad and Grace investigate in their latest episode

If you liked “Sky High” as a kid, you’ll love “Invincible” as an adult

"The Walking Dead" creator Robert Kirkman reinvents superhero series just as brutal as his AMC hit

Aaron Vincent Facundo, TV/Film Editor • April 3, 2021

The animated show is a mix of "Sky High" and "My Hero Academia" with a dash of violence akin to "The Walking Dead," another franchise from the series' creator, Robert Kirkman.

Getting Through with Umbrella Academy

It's anything but predictable

Emma Sammuli, Lifestyle Editor • April 1, 2021

During a year that’s been stressful and depressing for many, including myself, Umbrella Academy is a welcome escape, but it is not mindless television.

(Fake) Blonde Moment: Lil Nas X and Harry Styles at UMass

Chad Douty and Grace Sherwood • March 31, 2021

Tune in for a jam packed episode featuring Lil Nas X, Shawn Mendes and Harry Styles.

Marked As Read: Worst romance tropes

Celina Rivernider • March 29, 2021

Tune in for an angsty discussion on Celina and Bri's least favorite love stories.