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Lila Baltaxe | Senior Graphic Artist

John Mulaney’s live talk show is not for ‘everybody,’ but it is worth a watch

Lauren Albano April 6, 2025
There are plenty of things that need ironing out, but I’m still open to seeing what else Mulaney has in store. But hopefully, if I decide to call in again, it won’t be a waste of the whole world’s time.
Emma Clement | Graphics Editor

I do not enjoy all facts about the ‘Severance’ season 2 finale equally

Lauren Albano March 26, 2025
The season two finale of “Severance” was released on Apple TV+ March 20, and in the nature of the show, I wish I could forget a few aspects of the episode when I go to work.
Lila Baltaxe | Senior Graphic Artist

Obsessions of the week | Maia’s Inner Monologue

Maia Penzer October 10, 2023
Welcome to "Maia's Inner Monologue," my new column that gives you a peek into the world of my — rather random — passions, scattered thoughts and latest obsessions. Join me on an adventure into all things downright bizarre. 
What makes you laugh?

What makes you laugh?

Veronica Thompson September 21, 2022

Unmasked is the storytelling podcast that uncovers the thoughts, feelings and voices of the BU Community. Today’s prompt was — what makes you laugh? Click here to stream this episode of “Unmasked”...

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Why do we say “um?”

Veronica Thompson April 13, 2021
Whenever I hear a classmate speak on Zoom, I cannot help but notice how often they say “um.”

REVIEW: Diverse cast and inner city setting make ‘On My Block’ worth the watch

Johnathan D. Kindall March 18, 2018

Coming-of-age stories are a cornerstone of American film and television. Good ones appeal to every age group, accurately portraying the process of growing up for those going through it and creating...

LATIMER: Failed Connections

Daily Free Press Admin September 16, 2013

Do you know what to do whenever the most attractive, Adonis-like hunk of man makes eye contact with you in a restaurant as you eat French fries? Yeah, nobody does. This happened to me halfway through the...

Awks high school photos, featuring Sofiya Mahdi

Daily Free Press Admin February 27, 2012

By Lauren Dezenski, Features Associate Editor--Blog Hailing from just across the pond, Sofiya is the FreeP’s resident foreigner. Though she doesn’t have an accent, making it super awkward when you...

Then and now: Awks pictures featuring Campus News Editor Steph Solis

Daily Free Press Admin February 13, 2012

By Lauren Dezenski, Features Associate Editor--Blog While Steph may or may not have actually wanted to participate in this post (for some reason the editorial board is now fearing these Awkward posts…)...

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