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The Subversive Sitcom
Nakia Stephens Nakia Stephens

The Subversive Sitcom

“I’ve always seen culture as creating new trends and paths to understanding while simultaneously holding a mirror to our own habits, societal norms and boundaries. What makes sense to us in a ‘proper society?’”

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Black Life is a Constant Practice of Mutual Aid Work
Nakia Stephens Nakia Stephens

Black Life is a Constant Practice of Mutual Aid Work

“While many of us are probably already practicing some lesser form of mutual aid in our daily lives, it’s imperative that this aid extends past our innermost circles. And that we never approach it from a sense of charity."

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Sex, Yeah!</span>
Nakia Stephens Nakia Stephens

Sex, Yeah!

In a conversation between Features writers Alijah Webb and Nakia Stephens comes a discussion about the taboo women face regarding masturbation, what is lacking in modern sex education, and why we still slut shame in the age of resurging female empowerment.

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Closed Eyes, Closed Minds, Closed Legs</span>
Nakia Stephens Nakia Stephens

Closed Eyes, Closed Minds, Closed Legs

The beauty in Hang’s explicit portrayal of bodies is exactly what is needed to prompt further discussion about the beauty and mystery of the human body, and hopefully eliminate the stigma of flesh in its natural form.

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Nakia Stephens Nakia Stephens

The Crocs Comeback

Heels or wedges? Nope. Flats? Of course not. Bare feet? You wish. Instead, Kane decided to go for a unique statement piece that we’ve all seen before: Crocs. What is it about this shoe that has everyone so obsessed?

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