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Amherst Wire

The digital-first, student-run magazine of the University of Massachusetts Amherst Journalism Department

Amherst Wire

The digital-first, student-run magazine of the University of Massachusetts Amherst Journalism Department

Amherst Wire

Getting Through with WandaVision

Getting Through with WandaVision

Emma Sammuli, Lifestyle Editor March 4, 2021
This series would simply not be complete without mentioning a tv show that is readily available for your viewing pleasure. This week is the season finale of Marvel’s latest installment, "WandaVision," so you still have time to catch up on the eight episodes that have been released on DisneyPlus. With episodes around only thirty minutes long, it’s the perfect quick binge to get you through the week.
Artwork by Gracie Donovan

(Fake) Blonde Moment: Golden Globes, hair salons and reboots

Chad Douty and Grace Sherwood March 3, 2021
Tune in for a recap on this year's Golden Globe nominations.
Wire News Round Up - 3.1.21

Wire News Round Up – 3.1.21

Nicole Biagioni, Brie Bristol, and Rebecca Duffy March 1, 2021
In their second weekly broadcast, Wire News Round Up covers Wellbeing Wednesday "Pondfire," reopening in Massachusetts, this week's weather and more.
Artwork by Celina Rivernider.

Marked As Read: “A Little Life”

Celina Rivernider March 1, 2021
Tune in to hear Celina unpack the controversial "A Little Life."
Photo taken from The Guardian

Ari Aster: The mind behind “Hereditary” and “Midsommar”

Aaron Vincent Facundo, TV/Film Editor February 27, 2021
Even before a Hollywood budget, horror director Ari Aster was making some of the most horrific films.
The Zoo Report: Spring semester

The Zoo Report: Spring semester

Kacey Connolly and Chloe Lindahl February 26, 2021
Tune in for a recap on the start of semester.
Artwork by Nick Contardo.

Goons Talk Tunes: Taylor Swift, The Weeknd’s halftime show and Tik Tok hits

Emma Calnan and Nick Contardo February 22, 2021
Tune in for a recap on music's biggest winter hits.
Getting Through with Morbid: A True Crime Podcast

Getting Through with Morbid: A True Crime Podcast

Emma Sammuli, Lifestyle Editor February 19, 2021
Editor’s Note: For the next few weeks, the Lifestyle section will be showcasing their favorite podcasts, tv shows, movies, books and more to help UMass students while self-sequestering, quarantining or just to pass the time as COVID continually keeps us indoors. Welcome to Getting Through. 
Artwork by Celina Rivernider.

Marked As Read: #BeanDad versus “The Road” dad

Celina Rivernider February 15, 2021
Tune in for Celina's take on the #beandad Twitter controversy.
Screenshot from "Your Name." (Aaron Facundo/Amherst Wire)

Six movies to swoon over this Valentine’s Day

Aaron Vincent Facundo, TV/Film Editor February 14, 2021
Can't decide on the perfect flick to watch with your beau? Here's six of our film editor's favorites.
Goons Talk Tunes: Maggie Rogers, LANY and holiday tracks

Goons Talk Tunes: Maggie Rogers, LANY and holiday tracks

Nick Contardo and Emma Calnan November 23, 2020
Tune in for Nick and Emma's favorite tracks from 2020.
Artwork by Kacey Connolly.

The Zoo Report: Things to do during winter break

Kacey Connolly and Chloe Lindahl November 20, 2020
Tune in to hear the girls argue over which celebrities they would choose to spend the holidays with.
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