Sex, drugs and fascism

Imagine you are living in a country with an increasingly authoritarian and nationalistic government, in a city with a reputation for sex clubs and readily available illicit substances. A singer from a club known for its cabaret shows goes through an experience that makes her a well-known character for years to come.

News briefs

A Portland State professor of geography edited a book about disappearing indigenous cultures and ethnic minorities in South and Central Asia, published earlier this year.

Press Play

The leadoff single from Attack Decay Sustain Release is called “Tits and Acid”. Do I like tits? Absolutely. Do I like acid? Severe damage to my prefrontal cortex says “yes.” So it stands to reason that I will like this single, and by association this album… which is sort of true.

Sex is funny

Lectures can be mind numbing. When people are told what to do or how to think in uninteresting ways they will often shut their brains off.

Queens of Heart

Portland State professor Jan Haaken will be debuting her feature-length documentary on Darcelle XV Showplace, the oldest female impersonation club in the country, next week at the LA Femme Film Festival held in Los Angeles.

News briefs

The Medieval Combat Club, a Portland State recreation student group, will be holding a weapons-building event Friday, Oct. 14 in Science Building 2, Room 139D.

Bang on this

What would it sound like if someone were daring enough to mix country music with punk rock? Easy answer: the Violent Femmes. Better answer: Portland natives Hillstomp.

Football preview – Northern Arizona at Portland State

The Lumberjacks have split their first two Big Sky games, losing their most recent to Sacramento State 39-9 last weekend. During the game, Northern Arizona’s junior starting quarterback Lance Kriesien was injured, and his status is unknown for Saturday’s matchup with Portland State.