NETFLIX IS BRINGING OUT THE INVESTIGATIVE JOURNALIST IN ALL OF US | Published on Fangle Magazine Online
If you haven’t already watched Making a Murderer, a 10-hour documentary-style series on Netflix, it is likely that you’ve at least heard about the show by now. When the Netflix original series was released on Dec. 18, some superfans delved right in and watched 10 consecutive hours of 20-year-old court cases and evidence straight through.
So why do we care about Steven Avery, the subject of the series? Avery is a 54-year-old man who spent 18 years in jail after being wrongfully convicted of a sexual assault charge. The series mainly focuses on a separate trial he was on after being freed, in which Avery allegedly murdered a photographer named Teresa Halbach, who came onto his property to photograph a vehicle for an ad more than a decade ago. We care because Netflix exposed a juicy, true crime series that unveiled the flaws of the justice system in America.
After binging on the addicting show, fans everywhere are eager to share their theories.
Junior photojournalism major Erica Brechtelsbauer feels “emotionally invested” in this docuseries. She is completely aware that she doesn’t know the whole story, even after completing the series. Brechtelsbauer doesn’t think that just any person who has seen the series has the right to say that the convicted were guilty or not guilty unless they did their research. She explained, “I think the documentary, and the case itself, ignored a lot of other potential suspects.”
The Internet has been swarmed with different theories and supposed newfound evidence for this case. Even celebrities such as model Gigi Hadid, socialite Kim Kardashian and television host Nancy Grace have weighed in with their stance on the case.
Hadid tweeted, “& that makes me so sad [because] corruption in that law enforcement community is obvious to me. They will clearly do anything to silence someone.” While Kardashian shared on Twitter that she created a Netflix account to, “see what this Making A Murderer is about.”
Grace’s opinion, however, stands out among the rest. In a CNN interview, she stated, “Okay, no offence, but it doesn’t matter what you, or I or anybody else, and Netflix, or all the viewers think. It doesn’t matter. What matters is what the jury thought. And no, the Netflix series has not convinced me that he is innocent. It has convinced me that there is bias in the media. They did what they thought would sell. I was there. I know the facts that were presented to the jury.”
Viewers have picked out new evidence from the photos, videos and interviews shared by Netflix in a desperate attempt to prove injustice. According to Change.org, over 470,000 people have signed a petition for Steven Avery’s release after watching Making a Murderer.
The series was released over a month ago, but in this age of constant communication and real-time media, we are still hearing about new theories and society’s continued outrage at the justice system because of this case.
Ohio University Media Professor Greg Newton shared how he believes the show is impacting the world. “I think it’s a great example of the ability of film (or media more generally) to move people to action, and of the speed with which social action can happen when we’re all connected online,” he explained. “Friends or family bring a perceived injustice to our attention (“you have to watch this series on Netflix…”) and also provide a way to feel like we’re doing something about it.”
Before there was Making a Murderer, there was another attempt at exposing flaws in the US legal system. This came from a podcast called Serial that surfaced in 2014. According to The Washington Post, the crime that was being investigated happened in 1999. Just like Making a Murder, Serial tried to uncover more facts and look deeper into a case that didn’t seem fair or finished. Both focused on how the cases affected the families, as well as possible hidden motives of law enforcement. Fans of both these series can see howSerial may have influenced Making a Murderer, and how stories like these leave a lasting impact on fans.
Netflix surely got America all worked up with just one series. It created a community of people who wanted to work together for the good of this man that they strongly believe was wrongly convicted. Eventually, media coverage and casual gossip will die down; however, the case will go on. Netflix shed the light on some pretty serious issues, and only time will tell if changes will be made because of it.
So why do we care about Steven Avery, the subject of the series? Avery is a 54-year-old man who spent 18 years in jail after being wrongfully convicted of a sexual assault charge. The series mainly focuses on a separate trial he was on after being freed, in which Avery allegedly murdered a photographer named Teresa Halbach, who came onto his property to photograph a vehicle for an ad more than a decade ago. We care because Netflix exposed a juicy, true crime series that unveiled the flaws of the justice system in America.
After binging on the addicting show, fans everywhere are eager to share their theories.
Junior photojournalism major Erica Brechtelsbauer feels “emotionally invested” in this docuseries. She is completely aware that she doesn’t know the whole story, even after completing the series. Brechtelsbauer doesn’t think that just any person who has seen the series has the right to say that the convicted were guilty or not guilty unless they did their research. She explained, “I think the documentary, and the case itself, ignored a lot of other potential suspects.”
The Internet has been swarmed with different theories and supposed newfound evidence for this case. Even celebrities such as model Gigi Hadid, socialite Kim Kardashian and television host Nancy Grace have weighed in with their stance on the case.
Hadid tweeted, “& that makes me so sad [because] corruption in that law enforcement community is obvious to me. They will clearly do anything to silence someone.” While Kardashian shared on Twitter that she created a Netflix account to, “see what this Making A Murderer is about.”
Grace’s opinion, however, stands out among the rest. In a CNN interview, she stated, “Okay, no offence, but it doesn’t matter what you, or I or anybody else, and Netflix, or all the viewers think. It doesn’t matter. What matters is what the jury thought. And no, the Netflix series has not convinced me that he is innocent. It has convinced me that there is bias in the media. They did what they thought would sell. I was there. I know the facts that were presented to the jury.”
Viewers have picked out new evidence from the photos, videos and interviews shared by Netflix in a desperate attempt to prove injustice. According to Change.org, over 470,000 people have signed a petition for Steven Avery’s release after watching Making a Murderer.
The series was released over a month ago, but in this age of constant communication and real-time media, we are still hearing about new theories and society’s continued outrage at the justice system because of this case.
Ohio University Media Professor Greg Newton shared how he believes the show is impacting the world. “I think it’s a great example of the ability of film (or media more generally) to move people to action, and of the speed with which social action can happen when we’re all connected online,” he explained. “Friends or family bring a perceived injustice to our attention (“you have to watch this series on Netflix…”) and also provide a way to feel like we’re doing something about it.”
Before there was Making a Murderer, there was another attempt at exposing flaws in the US legal system. This came from a podcast called Serial that surfaced in 2014. According to The Washington Post, the crime that was being investigated happened in 1999. Just like Making a Murder, Serial tried to uncover more facts and look deeper into a case that didn’t seem fair or finished. Both focused on how the cases affected the families, as well as possible hidden motives of law enforcement. Fans of both these series can see howSerial may have influenced Making a Murderer, and how stories like these leave a lasting impact on fans.
Netflix surely got America all worked up with just one series. It created a community of people who wanted to work together for the good of this man that they strongly believe was wrongly convicted. Eventually, media coverage and casual gossip will die down; however, the case will go on. Netflix shed the light on some pretty serious issues, and only time will tell if changes will be made because of it.
IS GROUP FITNESS FOR YOU? 9 PING CLASSES YOU SHOULD BE TRYING | Published on Fangle Magazine Online
Need someone to yell at you to actually make you workout? Sadly, I do. This semester, I started to go to Ohio University’s fitness center, Ping, religiously and group fitness is the only way I get anything done. From tighten and tone to yoga, I have enjoyed some classes and dreaded others. If you’re thinking about trying out a work out class, here are some choices to consider:
Beginner Level:
Zumba | JB | Music: upbeat, fun
This was the first group fitness class I ever attended at Ohio University. I’m a horrible dancer but JB made it so fun. My freshman year, JB would attend Zumba classes alongside me and this year, I was able to attend his classes. The whole class is spent mirroring the dance moves that JB does. Even if you’re not a dancer, you’re free to go in there and give it all you’ve got with no judgment.
Cardio Dance | Miranda | Music: upbeat, empowering, sassy
Cardio Dance is a lot like Zumba. At random times in her class, Miranda asks the class to run around the room, which actually turns out to be a nice way to break up the hour-long session. Miranda, who is a junior working on getting her bachelor of specialized studies in exercise science, nutrition and specialized studies, encourages people attending her class to not compete with the people next to you, to be confident and to have fun in the class. Own it!
Pilates | Corinne | Music: none
This class is by far the most relaxing class that I’ve been to. The class focuses on your core, breathing and body awareness. What makes this class different than most of the others is that Corinne doesn’t show you the work out. She walks around and corrects your pose if you aren’t doing it correctly; it’s really helpful. Corinne tells us that after ten classes we will understand how to do the workout correctly and it only gets harder from there. I would recommend this class to anyone for the perfect Sunday night work out.
Intermediate:
Hardcore | Leslie | Music: hip hop, pop, upbeat
If you want an encouraging instructor, you should go to one of Leslie’s classes. She will encourage you and pump you up even when it gets hard. Hardcore was hard, if you ask me, but it was only a 30 minute class. Using weights and a body bar, I engaged muscles I didn’t know I had. Even though it hurts you down to your core, you should at least attempt this class.
TNT | Morgan | Music: early 2000s
Tighten and Tone (TNT) hurts, but in a way that makes you feel like you’re making progress. This class will bust your butt, but you’ll leave knowing that you got a great workout if you push through the pain. Morgan likes to switch it up in her classes; it is never the same routine. You work your arms, legs, glutes and the rest of your body in this intense class.
HIIT | Alex | Music: badass, upbeat
I went to this 30-minute session recently and Alex works you to the very last second. High intensity interval training really sticks by the name. It’s hard and fast paced so don’t forget your water bottle because you’re going to need it.
Advanced:
Kickboxing | Brooke | Music: motivating, upbeat
This class feels non-stop even with 10- and 30-second breaks between circuits. You’re constantly jumping and jabbing and kicking and reminding yourself to breathe. Some girls even left our session early; you could say it was challenging. If you want to sweat, go spend some time in Brooke’s kickboxing class.
Pedal and Pump | Alex | Music: fast-paced, motivating
I wanted to up and leave after 15 minutes of the class. Cycling made me question why I even showed up and the circuits were the cherry of pain on top. Afterward, my legs felt like Jell-O. I did the class once and I haven’t been back, but I still think it’s worth a try. If you like riding your bike up and down hills, this class is for you. If that’s not your thing, you still can’t knock it until you try it.
Bootcamp | Tony | Music: upbeat with variety
The board told me to grab a mat, kettle bell, jump rope, two sets of weights and the list goes on. My first thought was, “what am I getting myself into?” I, in any way, shape or form, would never call myself “advanced,” but I made it through this class without feeling as if death was approaching. The sit-ups sucked and the side planks made me want to cry, but it wasn’t the end of the world. I will say that this class left my muscles sorer than any other. After all, it is called boot camp.
Just because you’re a beginner doesn’t mean that you can’t go to Hip Hop or Pedal and Pump, but I warned you: get ready to have your butt kicked. All of the instructors absolutely love what they do and I’m sure you’ll love the classes as much as I have. If you like it enough you can learn how to get certified and teach your own class. A closing word of advice from Kickboxing instructor Brooke: “Go and get certified. Getting paid to work out is the shit!”
A COLORFUL WAY TO DEAL WITH STRESS | Published on Fangle Magazine Online
When you’re a student, it is an unspoken truth that you will probably get stressed from time to time. Whether you are prone to anxiety or not, there are a few times during the school year when you are destined to feel extra stressed, like during finals week. Next time you need to take a break, consider pulling out a handy dandy coloring book. That’s right, kids aren’t the only ones that get to color anymore because adult coloring books are the latest craze.
In the past 6 months, adult coloring books have popped up all over the place. The nostalgia reminds us of when we were kids, just trying to stay inside the lines. But they are far more than what they used to be. Adult coloring books are more complex, sometimes sophisticated, and have been found to be an escape from stressful times.
A recent article from USA Today explained why adult coloring books are so beneficial. “An accumulation of research shows that these creative activities can help you de-stress from everyday pressures. Recent studies suggest that structured, rhythmic endeavors such as coloring, knitting, crocheting or quilting are particularly beneficial because they ease you into a meditative state of mind that allows you to push away negative thoughts and worries,” says author Nancy Monson.
Junior commercial photography major Kate Stone has always dealt with anxiety. When she came to college she realized the severity of her stress levels and did what she could to keep herself sane. Kate turned to cleaning, taking walks and drawing when she was feeling stressed until a friend bought an adult coloring book for her called Color Me Stress Free.
Stone was thrilled to be able to use this coloring book as an outlet. “Color Me Stress Free” was created by art therapist Lacy Mucklow to simulate art therapy. The book also has written concepts throughout it to think about as you color, which Stone found very helpful and relaxing.
Not all adult coloring books are the same. Just like children’s coloring books, they come in different sizes with different themes and illustrations.
Sophomore commercial photography major Kelly Bondra has a few coloring books of her own. “I have two adult coloring books. One is called “The Art Therapy Colouring Book,” which is full of nature and zentangle designs, and the other is “Tattoo Coloring Book,” and it has tattoo American-traditional designs; this one is my favorite,” Bondra shared.
So maybe we all can’t just pick up some thread and start quilting, but we can all color a picture. It is an easy way to take some time away from the busy work your mind is doing while you are pressing through homework.
Coloring is also a smarter way to take a break than to binge watch TV; as soon as you’re done with your picture, you can get back to studying.
Shelby Jordan is a sophomore biology pre-professional major and she uses her coloring book titled “Lost Ocean: An Inky Adventure and Coloring Book” as a smart, creative outlet. “Before coloring books I usually just watched Netflix as an outlet, but that proves to be extremely distracting from studying and I tend to spend more time taking a break than intended,” she said.
“Everyone experiences anxiety and stress in different ways and everyone suffering needs to cope in different ways. If you’re feeling anxiety on any level, try it once. You might be surprised,” Stone explained.
While some turn to exercise or even taking a break to nap, coloring can be an effective way to get rid of some negative thoughts. “Adult coloring books are kind of a mindless task to do. You can let your mind wander as you color or just get lost in watching the colors from your markers/pencils appear on the page,” Bondra said.
There are endless lists of adult coloring books with so many different themes. So grab your colored pencils and have some fun while procrastinating on homework.
While some turn to exercise or even taking a break to nap, coloring can be an effective way to get rid of some negative thoughts. “Adult coloring books are kind of a mindless task to do. You can let your mind wander as you color or just get lost in watching the colors from your markers/pencils appear on the page,” Bondra said.
There are endless lists of adult coloring books with so many different themes. So grab your colored pencils and have some fun while procrastinating on homework.