Alykhan Kaba

I write about the social impact of entertainment and how media can be used for good. Views are my own.

Alykhan Kaba

Tag: Diversity and Inclusion

Journalism Programs Committed to Improving Newsroom Diversity

July 9, 2022 No Comments

This is the first in a series of posts that will summarize diversity programs that are available in different sectors of the media and entertainment

Gossip Girl Explores the Paradox of Inclusive Classism

July 17, 2021 No Comments

As someone who grew up with the original Gossip Girl, I’ll admit I was pretty excited to hear that a reboot was going to kick

Another Historic Year for the Oscars

May 1, 2021 1 Comment

The 93rd Academy Awards were off to a historic start last weekend. Not only was it the most diverse year ever for the Oscars, but

Social Themes in This Year’s Super Bowl Ads

February 13, 2021 No Comments

The Super Bowl is one of the greatest television events in the world. Year after year, avid football fans and casual viewers alike tune in

What Netflix’s Disclosure Teaches Us About Trans Representation in the Media

July 18, 2020 1 Comment

I’ve always enjoyed an informative documentary, and Disclosure on Netflix is just that, and then some. Executive produced by actress and advocate Laverne Cox, the

6 Great Examples of Character Diversity in Pokémon Sword and Shield

June 27, 2020 No Comments

The Pokémon Company has had an interesting couple of weeks. First, Pokémon Sword and Shield released their first DLC, The Isle of Armor, to luke-warm

Who the Heck is Alykhan Kaba, and Why is He Writing at Me?

May 24, 2020 3 Comments

Amazing, you’ve arrived at my first blog post. That means I must have done something right to get you here, and/or I didn’t chicken out