Emma Weidmann

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A&L Desk Recs: The most interesting conspiracy theories

By Emma Weidmann | Arts and Life EditorConspiracy theories are not just for the dude on the sidewalk with a car painted with Flat Earth slogans. These theories can be pretty entertaining to consider and to think about all the secrets we don't know. Here are some of the theories that pique our interest here at the Arts and Life...

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A&L Desk recs: Our favorite food combos

By Emma Weidmann | Arts and Life EditorEmma Weidmann | Arts and Life Editor When I think of the best food combos, I think of those combos that bring you back to a moment in time. For me, that's pumpkin pie and coffee, and it takes me right back to the holidays. That might be because that's the only time...

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A&L Desk Recs: Our favorite Taylor Swift tracks

By Emma Weidmann | Arts and Life EditorIn honor of Taylor Swift's The Eras Tour kicking off over the weekend, the Arts and Life desk (and some of our friends) wanted to chip in with our favorite Taylor Swift songs. Consider this our very own Eras Tour setlist, if we were calling the shots. Ready for it?Emma Weidmann | Arts...

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Say ‘I Do’ to this wedding playlist

By Emma Weidmann | Arts and Life EditorThe right music is important for any moment — car rides, walks on campus, studying. But for the big moments, it's even more important. The music you play at your wedding can influence the event all day long, and picking the right songs means you'll be instantly transported back to that day with...

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What to Do in Waco: March 31 - April 6

By Emma Weidmann | Arts and Life EditorMusic on the Patio: Magnolia | March 31 | 10:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. | Magnolia Press, 418 S 8th St | Enjoy a cup of coffee with a side of fresh local music. Deep in the Heart Film Festival | March 31 | 7 p.m. | See passion projects, short films and...

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Lana Del Rey's 'Ocean Blvd' is a storytelling scrapbook

By Emma Weidmann | Arts and Life EditorLana Del Rey's ninth studio album, "Did you know that there's a tunnel under Ocean Blvd" is as much of a mouthful as it is an exploration of family ties, grief, depression, love and more. Characterized by a soft, soulful piano and interludes of a sermon, the album is like flipping through an...

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Summer concerts made easy: Tips for safe, happy concert-going

By Emma Weidmann | Arts and Life EditorSummer is the season for late nights at a concert, coming home sweaty and tired with ears ringing and a voice that's a little scratchy from singing. But for every life-changing, memorable concert experience, there's one just as miserable. It comes down to good planning, so take these tips with you to the...

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A&L Tunesday: March 28

By Emma Weidmann | Arts and Life EditorNeeding an upbeat playlist full of new music for your Diadeloso plans? Just looking for something fresh to play as it warms up outside? Whatever you're up to this week, here is some of the best of new music to put some pep in your step. "Boyhood" by The Japanese House (March 20)...

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Dia Del Oso concert lineup showcases student bands

By Emma Weidmann | Arts and Life EditorThough the forecast is looking gray and cloudy on Dia Del Oso 2023, student band Sunnn is sure to bring the heat nonetheless. They're joined by a long lineup of local bands set to perform on Fountain Mall and the SUB Bowl on campus' favorite Tuesday of the year. Sunnn lead singer and...

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What to Do in Waco: March 24 - 30

By Emma Weidmann | Arts and Life EditorNative Gardens | March 24 - 26 | 7:30 p.m. | Waco Civic Theatre, 1517 Lake Air Drive | Join the neighborhood for this on-stage comedy, the story of BBQ, gardening and neighborly competition. The Bearathon | March 25 | 7 a.m. - noon | Baylor University campus | Run the "toughest half...

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