Abby's Unasked for Opinions

 I came across an image of a massive corn field where perfectly aligned rows stretch all the way to the horizon, with a single machine harvesting in the distance. At first, it looks calm and almost beautiful, but the longer you sit with it, the more it says about the scale of our modern food system. The picture reflects a type of farming designed for efficiency and volume above all else, which immediately made me think about some of the larger themes we’ve been exploring in class. Image Source I chose this image because it captures the idea of monoculture in a way that words alone sometimes can’t. The field is completely uniform, with no visible diversity in plants, soil, or landscape. It raises questions about what trade-offs are being made to produce food on such a scale. This kind of agriculture can put stress on the environment, limit biodiversity, and leave farmers dependent on chemicals and heavy machinery. The image also hints at the human side of this system how food produc...

Markiplier has become one of the most recognizable personalities in online entertainment, and it’s not hard to see why. His mix of energetic commentary, genuine reactions, and sharp comedic timing has helped him build a community that feels more like a long-running conversation than a fanbase. Whether he’s diving into a horror game or experimenting with a new creative project, he brings a level of enthusiasm that makes viewers feel like they’re right there with him. Image Source What really sets Markiplier apart is how he blends entertainment with authenticity. He’s known for being open about his experiences, both the highs and the challenges, which has helped his audience feel connected to him on a personal level. Beyond gaming, he’s taken on ambitious ventures. From narrative-driven videos to large-scale collaborative projects that show he’s always thinking about how to push his content in new and interesting directions. That willingness to experiment keeps things fresh and gives fan...

 After watching Fresh , I found myself thinking a lot more about where my food actually comes from. I mean, I’ve always known that the food industry has its problems. Factory farms and pesticides, all that and more but this film really brings light to the subject. It shows just how disconnected most of us are from the process of growing and raising what we eat. The scenes of massive industrial farms compared to small, sustainable ones were honestly eye-opening. It made me realize how easy it is to just not think about it and to grab something off the shelf and never question how it got there or what it cost the planet (or people) to produce. Image Source The purpose of Fresh seems to be to make us care and not just to point fingers at the system, but to show that there are better, more sustainable ways to do things. The tone feels hopeful, not preachy, which I really liked. It doesn’t make you feel bad for eating a burger, yet it makes you want to know where that burger came from a...