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Is Sam Sulek a Good Influence on His Followers?
Photo: @sam_sulek via Instagram Author: Nathan Alexander The internet phenom Sam Sulek is arguably the biggest influencer within the fitness industry. He thrives on YouTube, TikTok, and Instagram, amassing nearly ten million followers across the three platforms alone, while also being available on other social media applications. He rose to fame in months, with his seemingly raw and unedited content attracting gym-goers across the nation. … Continue reading Is Sam Sulek a Good Influence on His Followers?
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Opinion: Sustainability at Potomac
Author: Arielle Kouyoumdijan As I’m sure you’ve noticed, we’ve replaced single-use items like takeout boxes and paper plates with ceramic dishes in the cafeteria. Maybe this revelation didn’t send you bouncing off the walls in pure, unbridled joy like it did for me, but you must admit: it’s a move in a more sustainable direction. The great power of ceramic plates also comes with the … Continue reading Opinion: Sustainability at Potomac
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Opinion: The Failure of the Democratic Party in 2023
Author: Mackie Repkie It is now December 2023 and, believe it or not, we are about one year away from the 2024 Presidential election. Some of us Potomac students will be able to exercise our Constitutional right to cast our first Presidential vote for the leader of the free world, which is just thrilling. Notwithstanding that inherent excitement, many questions are circulating during this election … Continue reading Opinion: The Failure of the Democratic Party in 2023
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Is Artificial Intelligence the End of Humanity’s Art and Music?
Author: Arav Bhargava Yesterday, I was scrolling through TikTok and heard the unmistakable tune of Ice Spice and PinkPantheress’s smash hit, “Boy’s a Liar Pt.2.” As Ice Spice’s verse of the song began, however, I heard a different rapper’s voice: it was Kanye West’s, or, at least, an artificial intelligence (AI)-based simulation of his voice. Later, I came across a similarly AI-created song by The … Continue reading Is Artificial Intelligence the End of Humanity’s Art and Music?
The Dictionary of Esoteric Emotions: A Potomac Edition
Photo: BJPG Life Author: Arielle Kouyoumdjian When I turned 16, a friend gifted me a dictionary. No, not a clunky red Merriam-Webster (I’m not a masochist–I use Google.) This was a special dictionary. The milky pages were stashed between a charcoal and gold-splattered cover, and the whole book was about as thick as an ice cream sandwich. The misfit amongst its encyclopedic siblings, The Dictionary … Continue reading The Dictionary of Esoteric Emotions: A Potomac Edition
Go, Jonny, Go: John Rahm leaves PGA for LIV Golf Tour
Author: Mackie Repkie As many of us golf fans have heard, Jon Rahm has made his way to the LIV Golf Tour. While many notable PGA stars have switched to LIV, this one feels more than a little different. Rahm, the third-ranked golfer in the world, 11-time PGA Champion, and 2-time Major Champion, is one of the greatest golfers the PGA tour has ever seen … Continue reading Go, Jonny, Go: John Rahm leaves PGA for LIV Golf Tour
Potomac’s Very Own Ryan Gosling
Author: Lea Saba Naveen Paddock, a junior at Potomac, has become somewhat of a celebrity in the past year through his emerging acting career, especially after he landed the role of Jace Cole in the critically-acclaimed show “The Mighty Ducks: Game Changers”. Paddock began acting at a young age. His career began when his brother took up acting classes and he wanted to do the … Continue reading Potomac’s Very Own Ryan Gosling
The Modernization of the Stock Market
Author: Walker Lyall The stock market is where winners are made and losers fall hard. Whether you are going for a quick profit or building a long term portfolio, there is inherent risk involved in investing any money into the market. Americans have been taking economic risks since the U.S. stock market began over 200 years ago. In New York City during the late 1700’s, … Continue reading The Modernization of the Stock Market
Varsity Boys Lacrosse Season Preview
Author: Mackie Repke Spring is just around the corner, and it is no secret that after a long and cold winter, many are ready for longer days and warmer weather. With the final months of the school year comes the long-anticipated spring sports season. At Potomac, our lacrosse teams are notorious for success and are hoping to carry on a tradition of championships as we … Continue reading Varsity Boys Lacrosse Season Preview
The Failed Senior Skip Day
Author: Mackie Repke Senior year is, without question, one of the most memorable parts of any student’s time in high school. It is a year that is full of freedom and fun. Historically, seniors at Potomac, along with seniors at many other high schools, partake in what is called a “senior skip day”. The definition of a senior skip day is in the name: seniors … Continue reading The Failed Senior Skip Day
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