Ethics in Culture

While the video game industry is booming, its employees are suffering from "crunch" - the period of intense work that comes before a release. Just how bad is it?

This article dives into the underlying moral issues that arise during Rap feuds, when rappers throw insults at one another. Are there things that are unethical to say in a feud?

The landscape of Hollywood gives male celebrities permission to prey on younger women, like 31-year-old rapper Drake's relationship with-18 year-old model Bella Harris.

Janelle Monáe's newest album offers insight into both how crucial queer black female representation is, and how it's achieved through a concept known as artivism.

After Kevin Spacey's sexual assault allegations, is it ethically permissible to still wear clothing that represent his work on House of Cards?

With the first virgin Bachelor announced for this upcoming season of The Bachelor, this article examines the issues with the structure of the television show and its portrayal of sex due to its editing choices, and contestant selection.

Are we just co-opting social justice causes to turn a buck?

With large amounts of the population being born due to sperm donations, questions about family history and siblings are emerging and can be stressful on families and individuals. This article explores if we could or should try to regulate sperm donors?

The cost of being a parent is still especially steep for women, even in 2018.

The Australian cartoon depicting Serena Williams at the US Open Tennis Tournament has stirred up a world of vitriol - both for and against "political correctness."

Nicki Minaj's new album has drawn criticism, but the artist is not afraid to defend herself -- especially on Twitter.

Is Sacha Baron Cohen's new television show, Who is America, ethical? And if can ever be considered ethical if one consents to being on camera?

Three identical strangers realized they were more than just triplets: they were the subjects of a scientific study on nature versus nurture.

Hannah Gadsby's reframing of Picasso's cubism is more than a piece of art criticism -- it's revolutionary.

The Incredibles 2 is more than a family blockbuster -- it presents theories of the ethics of law in a clear, understandable way.

When Trevor Noah called France's World Cup win an African victory, he incited a response from the French Ambassador. Ultimately, the debate leads to important questions of hyphenated identities and colorblindness.

Hannah Gadsby, lauded comedian, also has an art history degree. And she's got something to say about Pablo Picasso.

Gender-blind casting is often hailed as progressive and groundbreaking. But what philosophical work is it doing?

Is the gritty violence portrayed in shows like The Handmaid's Tale actually doing any good?

We've all probably wondered: is it okay to like good shows created by bad people? The answer: It's complicated.