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Streaming Suggestions is a month-by-month series of recommendations for film lovers and those interested in expanding their horizons. Richard takes you through some films that will blow your mind.
Brooklyn Nine Nine has been an instant hit since it burst onto our screens 8 years ago. But in a BLM world, is it still morally right to continue watching it? Nina gives her hot take.
Netflix's most recent hit might be the best series it has released this year. Freya reviews 'The Queens Gambit'.
Carla reviews Netflix's hottest new Halloween series, 'The Haunting of Bly Manor'.
In light of the Premier's most recent, and perhaps most serious, corruption scandal, commentators from across the spectrum have been coming to her defence... with sexist tropes. Marc explores the situation.
The Bachelorette is back for a new season! But it doesn't seem to be quite the lighthearted fun it used to be. Nina explains why.
Season 2 of 'Altered Carbon' has just been released. But is it as good as its predecessor? Liam explores both seasons of 'Altered Carbon'.
It's October! Time for ghosts, witches, and demons - from within the safety of your own home, of course. Richard takes us through a list of films perfect to watch in anticipation for Halloween.
Webtoons, online comics originally from Korea, are beginning to take the world by storm. Alina introduces us to 5 great webtoons.
2020 has been undeniably shaped by politics. Everyone we know has been posting or talking about social justice and modern issues, so why is it such a big deal when celebrities do it? Freya takes us through celebrity activism.
'Enola Holmes' is the newest take on the classic Sherlock Holmes stories. It's bright, fast-paced, and surprisingly emotional for a Holmes story. Cheryl takes us through the movie.
Blackpink's long awaited first album is here! But does it live up to the group's singles? Katie explores the album.
'Among Us' is a hit new game that has made a huge resurgence two years after its initial release. But what makes it so popular, and why are people enjoying it today? Liam takes us through 'Among Us'.
The explosive popularity of podcasts over the last few years have led media giants like Spotify and Amazon to begin signing creators to exclusive deals. But what does this mean for podcasters and their listeners. Aaron dives into the world of podcasting.
For many of us, the coronavirus pandemic has ruined our semblance of time and, by extension, our sleep patterns. Many of us are sleeping at 3am and often struggle to wake up for our midday tutes. Luckily, Katie will take us through some tips to improve yo
In the early 2000s, everyone thought they new everything about socialite, Paris Hilton. She was the epitome of a 'dumb, bimbo blonde'. But the release of 'This is Paris' has cast a new light onto public knowledge of Paris. And now, Marc insists that every
Fall Guys is the big new hit to enter the gaming world. It's fun, addictive, and has taken even the non-gaming world by storm. Liam takes us through the ups and downs of Fall Guys.
Sex-ed was probably one of the most important subjects we were meant to learn in school. But so many programs just didn't teach you what you really needed to know. Nina takes us through 5 important things you need to know about sex-ed.
Henry reviews 'Shrill', one of the best and more nuanced shows about the realities of being fat.
The past few months have been politically tumultuous for a number of reasons. Many events have proven that history rhymes and that we can learn from the events and pop culture of the past. Deborah takes us through LaGravenese's 'Freedom Writers'.
Did you buy a houseplant at the beginning of lockdown only to find that it's dying/dead? Don't worry, it happens to us all. Luckily Nina is here to take us through some hot tips for taking care of your next plant.
The much-awaited second season of Umbrella Academy has been released, but according to Cheryl, it just isn't what it used to be.
Freya discusses how a phrase once used to empower women has been weaponised and corporatised beyond recognition.
Katie takes us through the highs and lows of PVRIS' third studio album, Use Me.
The NBA Strike was an intense and highly public show of solidarity by various NBA players. But it could have done so much more. Marc takes us through the story.
The coronavirus pandemic has made life difficult for all of us. But, like many other social issues, it has disproportionately affected minorities, particularly in regards to discrimination. Carla explores minority discrimination.
Now that cinemas are re-opening, there are only a few movies that are available on the big screen, and 'Unhinged' is one of them. Anna reviews the newest Russell Crowe thriller.
Diving In is a fantastic Australian-made film that premiered at the Sydney Film Festival earlier this year. Madeleine takes us through its ups and downs.
The last leg of the year has finally begun, and a lot of us don't feel like we have it in us to finish the year. Nina provides us with some great tips on finishing the term.
Richard takes us through what we should be watching this month!
Take a look at one of Snapchat's newest features!
Anna reviews Amanda Kernell's feature film, 'Charter'.
With Josh Frydenberg's recent comments on the future state of Australia's economy, Freya explains the issues that underlie his plans.
Richard walks us through what we should be watching this month.
Nina review's Jack Whitehall's latest comedy special, 'I'm Only Joking'.
With the passing of political juggernaut, Michael Brooks, Marc reflects on Brooks' impact on his political outlook.
The pandemic has seen a huge spike in 'Karens', those people who demand to see a manager over inconsequential things that no one can change, often throwing a tantrum over it. Nina takes us through why we should be nicer to those people who take the brunt
As university students, we are likely to be the ones inheriting this burden and may witness the more severe impacts of climate change within our lifetimes. Luckily, Freya has some tips for what we can do to help limit the impact of the crisis.
Taylor Swift's newest, surprise album has taken pop music enthusiasts by storm, with many suggesting it may be her best, and most earnest release to date. Freya takes us through the album.
Regardless of whether you like 'Glee' as a show, you cannot deny that its covers have had a huge cultural impact over the last decade. Thaveesha takes us through the show's most iconic songs.
With essays, reports, and reflection deadlines coming up, Jeremy takes us through an in-depth approach to proofreading which can help you reach that HD.
'Atlantis: The Lost Empire' is an often overlooked childhood movie that has been upheld as one of Disney's best non-musical movies. Nina takes us through what makes it so amazing.
With the arrival of a second-wave on our doorsteps, it is time to accept that constant testing may be our way of life for the foreseeable future. Margaret sheds some light on the seemingly scary process.
Cheryl introduces us to some great stories that put a modern spin on classic tales ranging from Greek myths to fairytales.
Michaela Coel is an up and coming filmmaker whose newest TV series 'I May Destroy You' is a testament to good TV that doesn't conform to mainstream expectations.
Will Ferrell's newest movie promised a lot, and with big names like Rachel McAdams, it seemed sure to deliver. Cheryl explains why that isn't the case.
With holidays coming up soon and Victorian travel off-limits, it's time to start planning for some great roadtrips in NSW. Nina introduces us to 4 great places to travel to within NSW (and one outside NSW).
Ancient Greek myths form the basis for some of Western pop culture's most prolific stories included Ulysses, Percy Jackson, and Beauty and the Beast. Cheryl shared 5 of the best Greek myths to get you better acquainted with the original stories.
Learning a new language is one of the most valuable skills you could pick up. But it is by no means easy. Jeremy shows us some great ways to tackle new languages.
The pandemic has made getting a job harder than ever, luckily Nina is here to provide us with some great tips for your next job interview.
A pro-shot of one of the world's biggest musicals has finally dropped on Disney+, but can it live up to the theatre experience? Cheryl takes us through the film.
Working conditions in fast fashion factories have only worsened since the beginning of the pandemic, so Freya shows us how we can stop buying from fast fashion companies.
With Avatar: The Last Airbender backa on Netflix, Katie introduces us to some of the serie's best episodes.
Now that Plastic Free July is coming up, Helen brings us 5 ways to reduce your plastic consumption!
'Space Force', Netflix's newest hit comedy has just launched and stars a plethora of well-known sit-com stars. Marc takes us through the series.
As we head into the depths of winter, we all want to spend less time cooking, and more time eating in bed. Mikaela takes us through three great toastie additions that will take the humble grilled cheese sandwich to a whole new level.
Richard takes us through movies we should be watching on our favourite paid and free streaming services!
Nina takes us through some time-killing things for us to fill our days with during the current quarantine!
With the Morrison's announcement regarding uni price hikes, the cost of humanities have risen 115%. Freya discusses why humanities need to be taught in an accessible way at uni.
Reading can seem really daunting sometimes, especially when some books are as heavy as a brick. So Cheryl introduces us to three books that you can read in one sitting.
Many of us hold Eoin Colfer's 'Artemis Fowl' book series close to our hearts. But does the newest movie live up to our nostalgia?
With the temperature dropping, Nina is here to bring us 5 comforting winter foods that are easy, and delicious.
Katie goes through every song on Stray Kid's newest album, GO生.
Ana introduces us to some of Sydney's BIPOC-owned businesses.
With this seeming temporal clash between the BLM and Pride movements, Tulliz investigates whether they are competing against, or working for each other.
Nina introduces us to three books that hit home, or at least hit home for her.
Skincare can be tricky and overwhelming given the number of products people all around us seem to be peddling. Freya, a skincare retailer, brings us her top tips for improving your routine.
With international off limits until at least the end of the year, Freya brings us 5 great locations to visit within Australia.
In tumultuous times like this, some of the best forms of escapism are sit-coms! Alison takes us through 6 different sitcoms that will make you feel at least a little bit better.
Cheryl reviews 'The Resistance', a WWII biopic about French mime, Marcel Mangel.
Carla sits down for an interview with the director of 'Our Law', Cornel Ozies. 'Our Law' is a documentary about the only Indigenous-run police station in WA and brings to mind questions of police reform, and police history in relation to Indigenous commun
UNSW Medicine alumni turned folktronica artist, Sophia Payten (Gordi) sat down with LA Benoit for a compelling interview about mental health, the news, and music escapism.
Now that winter is here, it's getting harder and harder to get out of bed, let alone to do any form of exercise. But never fear, Nina takes us through five exercises that are perfect to keep you moving during the winter months.
Michael Schur, creator of shows like Brooklyn Nine Nine, the Office, and Parks and Rec, shook the sit-com world four years ago when he introduced a new hit: The Good Place. Liam takes us on a spoiler-free tour about what makes this show work.
In celebration of Pride Month, Ke-Qing takes us through three well written LGBTQIA+ characters from her favourite books.
Marc investigates the role of bad faith arguments in relation to historiographical questions about statues and their place in the historical narrative.
Last week, allegations of systematic racism at one of the internet's favourite test kitchens emerged. Belis covers the ins and outs of the story.
In light of the recent events surround George Floyd's death, Cheryl introduces us to three books that will open your eyes.
With T2 starting again, some of us have already found ourselves skipping lectures and eating lunch instead of paying attention in tutes. Kerisha takes us through 5 tips for self-motivation.
Freya explores season 3 of AMC's 'Killing Eve'.
In light of the Black Lives Matter movement in the US, we have a responsibility to reflect on our own history of anti-blackness in Australia. Tasnova guides us through Australia's treatment of First Nations people.
The Hunger Games was the biggest franchise of the early 2010s, and now almost 10 years later, Suzanne Collins has released a prequel. Nina takes us through the book.
Ke-Qing takes us through 3 books that will warm us up this cold winter.
Katie reviews the movie with an all-star cast, but a less than all-star script.
Henry takes us through the problematic nature of Australia's favourite reality show, 'Big Brother.'
Jo takes us through the female-led spin off to 'Suicide Squad', 'Birds of Prey'.
Ishani takes us through Netflix's newest seemingly 'woke' Original, 'Never Have I Ever'.
Marc continues his revisit of the meme-worthy Star Wars prequel trilogy as he continues to spiral into madness.
Richard takes us through movies we should be watching on our favourite paid and free streaming services!
Bernie Sanders, the democratic socialist who campaigned for the working class, ended his presidential campaign just over a month ago. But Sander's legacy will undoubtedly change the landscape of American politics in the years to come. Marc takes us throug
Thaveesha takes us through his favourite songs on Drake's long overdue mixtape, 'Dark Lane Demo Tapes'.
Aaron takes us through one of his picks for best album of the year, Rina Sawayama's newest album, 'Sawayama'.
Katherine interviews Adrian Murdoch, Partnerships Director at LGBTQIA charity Minus18 on the LGBTQIA experience, and IDAHOBIT.
Katherine interviews clinical psychologist Hayley Watson on the toll this pandemic is taking on young people, and what we can do to combat the effects.
Richard takes us through movies we should be watching on our favourite paid and free streaming services!
Henry takes us through Justin Bieber's newest album, and explores the singer's evolution of maturity throughout.
With exam season coming up, Cheryl provides us with some tips to procrastinate productively.
With new judges, and old contestants, Nina takes us through the best contestants of this year's season of Masterchef.
Kevin takes us through the thrilling new movie, Vivarium.
Demi takes us through Tanya Hennessy's hilarious new book, "Am I Doing This Right?".
Marc takes us through Episode I of George Luca's slow and painful destruction of his sci-fi empire.
Thaveesha takes us through every song on Lil Uzi Vert's newest and most anticipated album, Eternal Attake.
Victor reviews the first half of Haikyu's long awaited fourth season.
Cheryl introduces us to three easy reads that can help you get back into reading (even if you haven't touched a book since high school).
'Saving Private Ryan' is finally up on Netflix. Nina examines its legacy some 20 years later.
In these times of panic, there seems to be almost nothing left on the shelves. Cheryl walks us through what we should really be buying during this pandemic.
Katie takes us through 5 K-Dramas for new-comers to the genre.
Finneas, often known as "Billie Eilish's brother" has showcased his own unique talent in his new EP, Blood Harmony.
Oliver takes us through 4 Japanese animes that are great for first-time watchers!
Henry takes us through Dua Lipa's hot new album, Future Nostalgia.
Cheryl takes us through a book that can help get us through these tough times.
Thaveesha examines the controversies behind Australia's foremost up and coming rap group, OneFour.
A lot of us will be looking for new jobs soon, whether that be because we're finally let out, we're looking for internships, or we just need money. Tulliz takes us through ways to make your resume stand out.
Cheryl takes us through each song on All Time Low's newest album, Wake Up Sunshine.
Is your birthday sometime in April (or let's be realistic sometime between now and September)? Tasnova has great tips on how to celebrate your birthday during Self-Isolation
Nina takes us through a variety of ways to stay sane during these trying times.
Katie walks us through 5SOS's newest album, CALM.
Joshua takes us through Frank Ocean's emotional new EP releases.
Being separated, it's hard to feel like uni is still happening. Yuta walks us through 5 tips to keep us going during these tough times, and to keep campus vibez alive.
Marc revisits Contagion and explores its themes, depiction of pandemics, and realism.
Richard introduces us to new movies to watch across a plethora of both free and paid streaming services.
Cheryl takes us through three books that will make you think about the world in a different way.
Now that job interviews have been moved online, Nina gives us some tips on how to style for the camera.
Thaveesha investigates more celebrities who have caught coronavirus.
Aaron takes us through The Weeknd's first big album since hitting superstardom, After Hours.
Nina introduces us to 4 great books to read during quarantine.
Cheryl introduces us to some tips as we all pick up new quarantine hobbies!
Oliver explores Childish Gambino's much long-awaited album, '3.15.20'
Sibyl is a movie that genre-mixer of a movie, being a thriller, comedy, drama all in one; even a romance.
Meet ‘The Sunday Estate’, the indie-rock band that will make you feel things with their crunchy instrumentals, hearty vocals and sunkissed vibes.
One of our readers needs some advice! Michelle jumps on to tell us all about how we can improve our time management skills.
Getting sick of your own music? Freya has 5 great podcasts for you to listen to.
Katie gives us tips on staying close emotionally while staying distant, physically.
Nina takes us through 5 great movie adaptations. Get watching!
Cheryl introduces us to three enthralling books from all corners of the world!
During these weird times, most of us still feel a need to be productive. Rida takes us through 5 ways to make you feel productive even when you're stuck inside!
Coronavirus can affect everyone, and it's spreading like wildfire. Thaveesha highlights five celebrities who have already been diagnosed.
Thaveesha takes us through WHATSONOT's exhilarating performance at UNSW's very own Roundhouse!
Jeeves interviews comedian Luke Heggie who is on his way to performing at the Sydney Comedy Festival!
The Wildlife Photographer of the Year is one of photography's most prestigious awards. The exhibition has now landed in Australia's National Maritime Museum and Kevin had a look and interviewed one of this year's featured photographers, Justin Gilligan.
As Easter approaches, we as a unified mankind must face our worst enemy, creme eggs.
Richard introduces us to some must-see movies across both free and paid streaming services this month!
Grisha explored the history of Mardi Gras and shows how its effects ripple into the modern day.
Celine explored the opening of Sydney's newest Instagram museum, HAPPY PLACE. And answers the age-old question: is it worth going for the gram?
Geordan explores the intricacies of Cédric Klapisch’s new movie, Somewhere, Somwhere.
Tasnova tells us about 5 female directors you need to check out.
Steven reviews 2020's reboot of the 1933 classic 'The Invisible Man'
Katherine interviews up and coming artist, Fletcher Gull, on his new single, 'Deciduo'.
'Sonic the Hedgehog' (2020) has been plagued with controversy since the release of its first trailer. Has it managed to improve since then? Katie takes us through her opinions on the film.
Katie discusses BTS's new album, Map of the Soul: 7
Marc reviews the latest French addition to Netflix's ever deteriorating content line up.
LA interviewed rising Australian star, Alex the Astronaut, about her new single, "I Think You're Great."
On the surface level, family Youtube channels seem like harmless, wholesome, fun. But Mansi shows us why we must look deeper to understand the invasion of privacy and child exploitation that undermines these channels.
Katie takes us through Orla Gartland's new and intense EP, Freckle Season.
Liam review's Riot Games newest competitor in the online trading card game genre.
Marc reviews the Safdie Brother's new movie 'Uncut Gems'.
Tasnova introduces us to some of Australia's best Asian-Australian artists and creatives!
Richard reviews the extraordinary and multifaceted documentary, Honeyland.
Erica shows us why it's okay to be single on Valentines Day
Alind and Kevin had the opportunity to speak to Charlie Kenber, the resident director of War Horse, about the production.
Banking for the 21st Century! The essential steps to keeping track of your dollars.
Jeeves Verma chats to Finnish comedian, Ismo about the English and Finnish languages ahead of his new show!
Freya investigates and ranks the best and worst talk shows that grace our screens on a daily basis.
Michelle reviews the newest installment in the hit Netflix series, 'To All the Boys'.
Marc reviews the final season of what was Netflix's most realistic and hard-hitting show.
Leila walks us through one of the best Australian movies of the year so far, Hearts and Bones.
Ishani reviews the women-led adaptation of Louisa May Alcott's classic novel, Little Women.
HD student, Spencer Toohey, teaches us their tips and tricks to acing uni courses.
Thaveesha examines the life and legacy of the legendary Laker, Kobe Bryant.
Richard reviews Sam Mendes' continuous-take Oscar contender, 1917.
Richard reviews Waad Al-Kateab and Edward Watts’ powerful new documentary, For Sama.
Katherine reviewed this year's favourite to win the Tony Award for Best Musical. But it wasn't quite as good as it was chalked up to be.
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