Natty Bwoy Bikes & Boards Makes An Impact Through Skating on Chicago’s South Side
In the late summer of 2021, I met Kahari, Katon, and Kari Blackburn, three brothers who founded Natty Bwoy Bikes & Boards — the only skate shop on Chicago’s South Side. I wrote a feature piece that explored their role in community organization, the shop’s beginnings, and their plans for their future.
The Evolution of Abel Tesfaye
The Weeknd is one of my all-time favorite artists. For a Music Journalism final, I explored the enigmatic Abel Tesfaye through analysis of his discography and his rise to the top of the charts.
Everybody Laugh’s: Iowa City’s Stand-Up Comedy Scene
Stand-up comedy was one of my first loves. For a project during my junior year, I explored the largely-underground Iowa City comedy scene, interviewing local comedians and bar owners.