Stream Queens
This Netflix series about a chess prodigy, Beth Harmon, became a surprise hit in 2020
The Queen's Gambit
This is the color of Julia's Car
Red
This artist's song "Lose Control" was the top-performing single on the Billboard Year-End Hot 100 chart in 2024.
Teddy Swims
This superhero, created in Cleveland by Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster, is known for his “faster than a speeding bullet” powers.
Superman
Gen Z is known for using this eco-friendly method to shop, favoring vintage over new
Thrifting
In "Wednesday," this actress’s deadpan portrayal of Wednesday Addams took over Netflix in 2022
Jenna Ortega
This sport she is well known for, and national champion gold medalist
Raquetball
This song by Sabrina Carpenter, released in April 2024, became the most-streamed song on Spotify by the end of the year.
Espresso
This Ohio amusement park is home to more roller coasters than any other park in the world.
Cedar Point
This video-sharing app surpassed 3 billion downloads in 2024 and is Gen Z’s go-to platform for short-form content
Tiktok
This post-apocalyptic HBO series starring Pedro Pascal and Bella Ramsey broke hearts in 2023.
The Last of Us
These shoes she has worn to the office every single day
White doctor scholls
This K-pop group released the hit song "Butterfly Effect" in 2024, which topped charts worldwide.
BTS
This Netflix biopic about serial killer Jeffrey Dahmer highlighted his upbringing in this Ohio city.
Akron
Gen Z has coined this term for unapologetically quitting jobs that don’t align with their values or mental health.
Quiet-Quitting
This show about deadly childhood games became one of Netflix’s most-watched series ever.
Squid Game
This was Julia's Spotify Wrapped top artist
Chapelle Roan
This collaboration between Lady Gaga and Bruno Mars, released in 2024, became a global hit with its catchy tune.
Die with a Smile
The largest annual gathering of this furry critter happens in Cleveland for the "Duck Tape Festival."
duck (or duct tape)
This term is used when a person is keeping information or trends to yourself instead of sharing
Gatekeep
This quirky comedy about the multi-verse swept the Oscars in 2023
Everything Everywhere All at Once
This is Julia's dream Union Lineup
AFZ, Fusion, Pasta, Comfort, Grill
AFZ: Jerk Chicken, Fusion: Mongolian BBQ, Pasta: Mac and Cheese Bar, Comfort: Teriyaki Salmon, Baked Potato Bar, Grill: Reubens, Chicken Nuggets, Fresh Fries
This artist's album "Hit Me Hard and Soft," released in May 2024, featured the hit song "Birds of a Feather."
Billie Eilish
Cleveland is home to this famous Christmas movie house, where fans can visit the leg lamp and other iconic props.
A Christmas Story House
People showcased how their style evolved from 2015 to 2024 in this side-by-side transformation trend.
Glow-Up Challenge