“Self Portrait” by Katie McDowell (18), New Orleans Center for Creative Arts "An Old Man in Military Costume" by Simone Wuttke (18), Dartmouth College (recent Benjamin Franklin High School graduate) "This oil on canvas painting is inspired by Rembrandt's 'An Old...
I have sat with anger ingrained in my ribs night after night. I know the five stages of grief. Why am I so stuck on anger? Denial was the first one. It hit when I stood in front of my fridge all alone in my house with my knees wobbling, staring at the screen on my...
Partner Yoga Poses by Laurie Azzano of Lolo’s Youth StudioYaaaas, finally! Hello, summer! Inhale deadlines. Exhale freedom. If you’re like most, summer represents one big sigh of relief. No more early morning alarm clocks, homework, tests, school drama, or crazy,...
Makes 20-24 brownies (depending on how big you slice them) BAKE TIME: 30 minutesIngredients 6 eggs 1 1/3 cups all-purpose flour 3 cups brown sugar 1 cup white sugar 2 sticks butter 1/2 cup Crisco shortening 1 1/2 cups baking cocoa powder 3/4 teaspoon salt 3 teaspoons...
If you are struggling with anxiety, depression, suicidal thoughts, or any form of mental distress, reach out to someone right away who can be there for you. Professional help is always an option when your psychological well-being is at risk. There is zero shame in...
Teen-Friendly NOLA ClinicsClinics that serve adolescents usually focus on the reproductive health needs of adolescents and young adults but may also provide primary care services. The ages served vary depending on the clinic, but they usually include preteens (11 or...
Have you ever wondered how you can apply astrology to your everyday life but don’t know where to start? Astrology can be very complex and sometimes overwhelming to interpret, so I have compiled a quick guide to help you consciously incorporate daily practices to...
Did you know clothing isn’t biodegradable?That means it doesn’t decompose once it’s dumped in the trash—it just sits in a landfill and creates nasty greenhouse gases in our environment. “We have to think longer and harder about the clothing we wear, where it came...
New Orleanians love their glitter, and, more than ever, we all deserve a little extra sparkle in our lives. Addie Ellis of the local biodegradable glitter company Glitter Nymph shared with us how to make shimmery oil that is good for your skin and nature. Since you...
I Feed Her to the Beast and the Beast is Me by Jamison Shea What it’s about: Laure will do anything to prove a Black girl can be a star in the cutthroat world of Parisian ballet, even make a deal with a primordial power she finds in a pulsating river of blood in the...
Are you looking for inspiring ways to volunteer in the local community while fulfilling your school’s service hour requirements? We’ve talked to some great organizations in the area that rely on volunteers to help their wonderful programs run. Learn more about each...
Imagine that you just found out you are pregnant. For some young people, this may be exciting news; for others, it is not. Questions swirl: How can I take care of a baby and finish school? How can I afford to be a parent if I don’t finish school? How will my parents...
Lucy Scholz is my “shero” because she ran 300 miles from Los Angeles, California, to Las Vegas, Nevada, as part of The Speed Project. That’s roughly like running to Houston, Texas, or Seaside, Florida, from New Orleans! Not only did she win the 2023 competition and...
Careers in Skilled Trades With the cost of college continuing to rise, skilled trade careers are a great alternative pathway to stable, well-paying work and upward social mobility. Many trade workers provide essential services and help build and maintain important...
FAVORITE HAPPY SONG: “Girl” by e Internet
BEST SONG TO CRY YOUR EYES OUT TO: “Praying” by Kesha
SONG I’M EMBARRASSED TO ADMIT I LOVE: “Havana” (feat. Young ug) by Camila Cabello
SONG THAT MAKES ME DANCE LIKE NOBODY’S WATCHING: “I Wanna Dance with Somebody” by Whitney Houston
FAVORITE LOCAL ARTIST: Sarah & The Black Wahletts — I listened to some of their stuff through Sarah’s Instagram and enjoyed it.
FAVORITE HAPPY SONG: “Too Playa” (feat. 2 Chainz) by Migos
BEST SONG TO CRY YOUR EYES OUT TO: “Cursed” by Vivian Green
SONG I’M EMBARRASSED TO ADMIT I LOVE: “One Love” by Whodini
SONG THAT MAKES ME DANCE LIKE NOBODY’S WATCHING: “New Freezer” (feat. Kendrick Lamar) by Rich e Kid
FAVORITE LOCAL ARTIST: Ambré Perkins is my favorite local artist. In New Orleans it’s hard to make a brand for yourself because not many people support you. But I identify with many of the experiences she’s gone through; she has a different sound, and her style is so unique. My mother introduced me to her a fter a poetry slam and I immediately fell in love.
FAVORITE HAPPY SONG: “Beautiful Girls” by Sean Kingston
BEST SONG TO CRY YOUR EYES OUT TO: “Stone Cold” by Demi Lovato and “Listen” by Beyoncé
SONG I’M EMBARRASSED TO ADMIT I LOVE: “Rockstar” by Hannah Montana/Miley Cyrus
SONG THAT MAKES ME DANCE LIKE NOBODY’S WATCHING: “Crazy in Love” (feat. Jay-Z) by Beyoncé
FAVORITE LOCAL ARTIST: Tank and e Bangas — Tarriona “Tank” Ball and her bandmates know how to ll a space with energy and joy unlike any other band I’ve ever seen.
FAVORITE HAPPY SONG: “For Once in My Life” by Stevie Wonder
BEST SONG TO CRY YOUR EYES OUT TO: “Somedays” by Regina Spektor
SONG I’M EMBARRASSED TO ADMIT I LOVE: “Pocketful of Sunshine” by Natasha Bedingfield
SONG THAT MAKES ME DANCE LIKE NOBODY’S WATCHING: “DARE” by Gorillaz
FAVORITE LOCAL ARTIST: Maggie Koerner is a wonderful New Orleans singer-songwriter, both in her original and covered features. In first seeing her perform at the Sexism Project at Preservation Hall, her voice had such beautiful passion, and even in such a small and crowded space she poured herself entirely into her music.
FAVORITE HAPPY SONG: “Family” by Di Genius & Chino
BEST SONG TO CRY YOUR EYES OUT TO: “Who You Are” by Jessie J
SONG I’M EMBARRASSED TO ADMIT I LOVE: “Ease” (feat. Broods) by Troye Sivan
SONG THAT MAKES ME DANCE LIKE NOBODY’S WATCHING: “Wild oughts” (feat. Rihanna & Bryson Tiller) by DJ Khaled
FAVORITE LOCAL ARTIST: Ambré Perkins because she has such an amazing vibe about her music, and is a pretty great lyricist.
FAVORITE HAPPY SONG: “Shinin’” by Jonghyun
BEST SONG TO CRY YOUR EYES OUT TO: “Skinny Love” by Birdy and “Breathe” by Lee Hi
SONG I’M EMBARRASSED TO ADMIT I LOVE: “Let It Go” by Idina Menzel/”Frozen” soundtrack (although the French version is better — “Libérée, Délivrée”)
SONG THAT MAKES ME DANCE LIKE NOBODY’S WATCHING:“One Dance” (feat. Wizkid & Kyla) by Drake
FAVORITE LOCAL ARTIST: Fats Domino — His songs are classic favorites, and the music teacher at my elementary school used to play them in the mornings before school.
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