When someone hears the word "prison" they expect a bleak place with gray walls and orange jumpsuits. This thought process is broken through with the first sight of Nanba prison. Everything about this prison,...

At least no one can say that the Academy Awards ceremony was boring this year. Ending with a twist that not even M. Night Shyamalan at his craziest could come up with, this year's Oscars were full of surprises...

I'll admit I've always had a soft spot for Ajr ever since their first hit, "I'm Ready", back in 2013. They were fun and playful, and they always surprised me with their bold style. Even though I don't...

Mamma Mia came to the Civics Center in downtown Des Moines Jan. 21. Usually, unless the Lion King or Hamilton comes to the theater, many people don't talk about the Civics Center that much. Despite this...

Musicals made me a romantic. Chances are, you're going to fall and fall hard for Damien Chazelles newest film La La Land. Winning seven golden globes, 11 baftas, and winner of the 89th Academy Awards...

It has been a while since I last listened to Fitz and the Tantrums. I had almost forgotten about them. Yet they have made a comeback on the radio recently. With the song "Handclap," from their album Fitz...