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Lauren is a Canadian Writer and Blogger, based in Calgary. In addition to her freelance work, she is an Human Resources professional by trade. Lauren is always hungry for information, and has developed many hobbies in her pursuit for knowledge: she is an amateur archer, avid goldfish enthusiast, zombie aficionado, proud dog owner, and a casual gamer.

World

The Accidental Negative Side Effects of the #MeToo Movement

Lauren Hall Jun 7, 2018

It’s been a banner year for the #MeToo movement, with a now staggering list of men in power facing sexual assault and rape allegations. And in May, media mogul Harvey Weinstein turned himself over at last to the police, and social media…
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World

Objectification and Sexism in Advertising

Lauren Hall May 15, 2018

Ah, the 1950s: what a delightful era. It brought us Elvis Presley, hula hoops, poodle skirts, drive-in movies, and of course, the golden age of television. As the television industry boomed, so did the advertising industry, what with the…
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USA

Affluenza, Ethan Couch and the Curse of Being Rich

Lauren Hall May 13, 2018

Moments before affluenza-stricken Texas teen Ethan Couch killed 4 people while driving drunk in 2013, he was brazenly playing chicken with oncoming traffic at high speeds. His souped-up pick-up was full of other teens in varying states of…
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Brazil

#LetHerWork – #TimesUp for Brazilian Machismo

Lauren Hall Apr 16, 2018

In the Fall of 2017, many of Hollywood's celebrated actresses and artists began to break their silence about sexual harassment in the film industry by posting on social media, using the simple hashtag, #MeToo. Since the day those two little…
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World

The Easter Bunny Lie: Fuzzy Friend or Enemy?

Lauren Hall Apr 1, 2018

It's that time of year again: overpriced chocolate bunnies and colourful chocolate eggs litter the grocery stores, and pastels are the palette of choice for the holiday decor. Easter is primarily a religious holiday, but it's often…
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Opinion

Reality TV: The Price for 15 Minutes of Fame

Lauren Hall Mar 24, 2018

Behind the catchy theme songs, pretty (scripted) words, designer attire and bright lights, reality TV shows harbour some pretty dark secrets. Reality TV stars are exploited to entertain the masses, but what negative effects remain once the…
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USA

Donald 2.0: How to Avoid Raising the Next Trump

Lauren Hall Mar 16, 2018

Donald Trump is many things. He is, of course, the President of the United States. He is the mastermind behind "The Apprentice." But above all else, he's a child. From Twitter tantrums to name-calling, Trump is easily the most childish…
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Science & Tech

A Thorn in the Side: The Case of Sexism in Video Games

Lauren Hall Feb 27, 2018

Contrary to the popular belief that people who play video games are predominantly male, women actually make up nearly half of the world's gaming population. Since such a large piece of video game profits come from women, it's surprising…
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Canada

Indigenous People in Canada: We Need to do Better

Lauren Hall Feb 19, 2018

Earlier this month, the Canadian Justice System failed not only the late Colten Boushie and his loved ones by allowing his killer to walk free; they also failed the indigenous population. Gerald Stanley, a 56-year-old farmer in…
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World

Valentine’s Day: A Hoax, a Scam, a Disturbing Reality

Lauren Hall Feb 14, 2018

Every year on February 14th, lovebirds around the world scramble to find the perfect gift, the perfect card and flowers, and the perfect venue to woo their partners with on Valentine's Day. The world will be draped in red hearts and cupids…
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