Shane Burrell |Staff Writer| In a recent interview with comedic actress and activist Rashida Jones, Vice explored the amateur porn industry, and the pornification of pop culture. Vice reporter Gianna Toboni and Jones sat down to talk about issues conveyed in Jones' newly produced documentary "Hot Girls Wanted," which shows the behind the scenes of the porn industry. Some issues Toboni and Jones discussed varied from girls joining porn to become famous, the pornification of pop-culture and media, and the overall capitalistic expansion of porn. When the issue of 18-year-old girls joining the porn industry, described as "teeny boppers," came into conversation and their pursuit into … [Read more...] about “Hot Girls Wanted” Interview
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Strongest Coyote Challenge
By Shane Burrell |Sports Editor| With competitions like the Iron Coyote, Swim the Bear, and the Mile High Challenge, we sometimes forget about the competitors that are concerned with pure muscular endurance, but the Strongest Coyote Challenge is going to change all of that. The Student Recreation and Fitness Center (Rec Center) has created a competition for men and women so that they can test their strength and endurance as competitive lifters. "The Strongest Coyote competition is a test of pure strength, explosive strength, speed, conditioning and muscular endurance through four different events," stated csusbrecsports.com. The four different events are comprised of the Tractor … [Read more...] about Strongest Coyote Challenge
Rock wall seeking new climbing enthusiast
By Shane Burrell |Sports Editor| CSUSB Student Recreation and Fitness Center, referred to as the Rec Center, has a position available for rock climbing enthusiasts seeking work on campus. The Rec Center and rock all staff are looking for another member to be a part of their team as the new rock wall instructor. The rock wall is 1,000 square feet, 34 feet high and is open for all students and members of the Rec Center. The Rec Center provides shoes, harnesses, and chalk bags for anyone that is willing to climb after the informative session that provides detailed rules and safety tips for all participants. Although climbing the wall serves as a recreational activity for some … [Read more...] about Rock wall seeking new climbing enthusiast
“Dear White People” and America
By Shane Burrell |Sports Editor| Recent events, sparked by the protests of Michael Brown and Eric Garner, have occurred throughout the country and have made people more aware about racism and police brutality. The movie, "Dear White People" has given a representation to these events. Brown was a young man killed by a police officer in Michigan for stealing something from a convenience store, and Garner was arrested by New York police and died when they put him in an illegal choke-hold during his apprehension. In my opinion, these acts are depicted and represented perfectly by the film "Dear White People." The film, although fiction, shows how America is clearly a nation … [Read more...] about “Dear White People” and America
Oktoberfest and the Ramen festival take over Pomona
By Shane Burrell |Sports Editor| On Oct. 18, my boyfriend Peter Luu and I, made our way over to the Pomona Fairplex where Oktoberfest was held. To our amazing discovery, we found out that the Ramen Festival was held at the same time and one building over from where Oktoberfest was taking place. So we made the decision that we would stop by the Ramen Festival and have something to eat before enjoying all the beer that Oktoberfest has to offer. The Ramen Festival entry fee was $5 and only $8 per bowl of Ramen, altogether $13 for each of us. We both also got a box of Pocky, a biscuit stick like cookie dipped in chocolate. When we entered the building, we first came into contact … [Read more...] about Oktoberfest and the Ramen festival take over Pomona
Israeli and Palestinian conflicts
Shane Burrell |Sports Editor| The world has witnessed in the past few days deadly acts of retaliation in the regions of the Gaza Strip and Israel. The Gaza Strip lies on the coast of Mediterranean Sea bordering Israel and Egypt mainly inhabited by Palestinians. This region has suffered causalities from rocket impacts launched by Israel. Reported from KPCC's Morning Edition broadcasted by NPR: Causalities in Gaza have risen to 172 with many more injured. The current retaliations is the result of tensions heightened when three Israeli teenagers were kidnapped while hitch hiking home crossing the West Bank after school and later found murdered. After the … [Read more...] about Israeli and Palestinian conflicts
US and Germany relations compromised
Shane Burrell |Sports Editor| Recent relations between Germany and the United States have been compromised due to allegations blaming the U.S. of espionage. With the last major case of Edward Snowden releasing NSA documents and U.S. servelillance on phone and internet communications to the public just this last year, the United States is now being accused of espionage.The allegations were revealed to the public on Thursday, July 3 by the German government. The New York Times writers Alison Smale and Melissa Eddy report that Germany has requested the expulsion of the U.S. intelligence services' representative of the United States embassy in Germany. These recent situations … [Read more...] about US and Germany relations compromised
Canceling Water Polo
By Shane Burrell |Sports Editor| CSUSB athletics will feel a hard hit from the athletic department when our current water polo team is replaced with an all women’s track and field team. The shocking announcement to cut the sport was made March 21 by Director of athletics, Dr. Kevin Hatcher and Mark Reinhiller, Associate of Media relations. Hatcher states the decision was made in the best interest of the communities and high schools of incoming students. “Track and field is the single largest high school sport for young women in our immediate recruiting area of the Inland Empire,” stated Hatcher. The reason behind the switch seems to be the new additions that will be added to … [Read more...] about Canceling Water Polo
Keeping up with the gold
Shane Burrell |Sports Editor| The Sochi Winter Olympics comes to its final week, ending the events and preparing for the closing ceremony. At the time of publication the United States are in the lead with a 23 medal count, followed by Russia and the Netherlands tied at 22. These great achievements have been made possible with the unconditional support from fans and fellow USA team members. Although team USA is in the lead with team medal count, there is one team member that would fall somewhat short in his expectations in earning the gold. Shaun White planned to participate in the new Slope Style event, and the half-pipe, which he has won two gold medals for in past … [Read more...] about Keeping up with the gold
Coyotes find strength in defeat
By Inno Sita |Staff Writer| The basketball team is giving teams a run for their money stepping up their game after a two-game losing streak. The Coyotes suffered another closing game on Nov. 17 against the UC San Diego Tritons, losing to 70-65. On the first half, senior Tayllor Gipson and sophomore Alexcia Mack both played guard and were unstoppable on the first half, catching as many rebounds and trying not to lose the ball. Both juniors Briana Baker and Mack played guard and had an incredible three pointers during the night. The Coyotes fired up the court when sophomore Jenna Klein shot three points with 2:25 minutes left on the clock along with an assist by Gipson, forcing … [Read more...] about Coyotes find strength in defeat
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