Minority Mindset

Netflix described the series as a coming-of-age story about a gay teenager’s search for identity and acceptance while serving in the military during the 1990s, under the ‘Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell’ policy. Though critics liked the show, military leaders criticized it for what they saw as a pattern of entertainment companies imposing their own beliefs onto the armed forces, which they believe prioritize discipline and results.

MrBeast isn’t the only celebrity making an impact on the new season of Survivor. The trailer shows Rick Devens mentioning a “Billie Eilish Boom-a-Rang Idol,” an appearance by Zac Brown, and Christian Hubicki suggesting Jimmy Fallon could influence his fate. While this star power is generating buzz, some viewers question if this is the right way to honor the show’s history. The last time a celebrity directly affected the game was in 2013 with Survivor: Cagayan, when Tyler Perry introduced a powerful idol that helped Tony Vlachos win. Host Jeff Probst was still expressing regret over that idol years later, and these new celebrity influences could lead to even more apologies down the line.

I generally avoid eating or drinking anything right before bed. But if I had to pick something, and it’s a bit of a reach, I’d go with water or a margarita—maybe even both! Definitely not food, though.

Amazon MGM Studios has unveiled a trailer for The Sheep Detectives, giving a first look at how a group of sheep are solving a murder mystery involving Hugh Jackman. The trailer features the flock searching for evidence and helping a somewhat clumsy police officer, played by Nicholas Braun. The sheep become particularly interested when they discover someone stands to inherit $30 million from Jackman’s will.