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A review of all things entertainment - games, film, television and beyond - brought to you by the team at Swinburne University's The Standard. Find us elsewhere: website | instagram | twitter | facebook

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    • Apr 1, 2023 LATEST EPISODE
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    Ep 31: The Last of Us

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2023 45:02


    Could we talk about The Last of Us for days and days? Yes. Did HBO nail it? Totally. Is Pedro Pascal our collective father? Absolutely. This week, host Issie Soudy chats to The Last of Us expert Tea Vega about everyone's favourite adoptive-father-daughter duo, Joel and Ellie, and their extremely normal holiday across America. Switched On is an entertainment podcast by Swinburne University's The Burne This episode was hosted and researched by Issie Soudy⁠, and produced and edited by Jayne McLucas. Album artwork is by Emily Li and music is by ⁠⁠Wataboi⁠⁠ from ⁠⁠Pixabay⁠⁠. Like what you hear? Connect with us via our socials. Instagram: ⁠⁠@swinburnejournalism⁠⁠. Facebook: ⁠⁠@swinjournalism⁠⁠. Twitter: ⁠⁠@swinjournalism⁠⁠.

    Ep 30: The 95th Academy Awards

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2023 34:53


    This week, host Charlie Belmonte joins fellow Swinburne Film and TV students Luca and Kieran to talk all things Oscars. They cover all the snubs and surprises, what some of the winners mean for the future of independent filmmaking, and the likelihood of meeting Marilyn Monroe in 2023. Switched On is an entertainment podcast by Swinburne University's The Burne This episode was hosted and researched by Charlie Belmonte, and produced and edited by Jayne McLucas. Album artwork is by Emily Li and music is by ⁠Wataboi⁠ from ⁠Pixabay⁠. Like what you hear? Connect with us via our socials. Instagram: ⁠@swinburnejournalism⁠. Facebook: ⁠@swinjournalism⁠. Twitter: ⁠@swinjournalism⁠.

    Ep 29 Pax interviews

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 30, 2022 25:11


    Pax Australia is back after 2 long years of lockdown, in this episode we interview some of the great guests at the event, first up was Toge Productions, an Indonesian-based game developer best known for coffee talk, samurai punk director Winston Tang, a former Swinburne alum, Maize from the first game developer union for Australia, working for better working conditions for game Devs, and Dr Steve Conway, one of the senior lecturers for the games and interactivity course at Swinburne to talk about his student's amazing games for more information on our interviewees follow the links below, https://www.togeproductions.com/ https://www.gameworkers.com.au/ https://samuraipunk.com/ https://www.swinburne.edu.au/study/course/bachelor-of-games-and-interactivity Switched On is an entertainment podcast by Swinburne University's The Standard. This episode was hosted, researched, edited and produced by Jack Andre-Hamill, Album artwork is by Emily Li and music is by Wataboi from Pixabay.

    Switched On Ep 28: Pax Australia 2022

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2022 32:39


    Pax Australia is back! After two long long years of being Paxless, it was a welcome return. Host Jack Andre-Hamill and guest Theo Tunks attended this years Pax, so come join us and see what they got up to. games, panels, and loads, and exciting new stories coming up for the Standard! Switched On is an entertainment podcast by Swinburne University's The Standard. This episode was hosted, researched, edited and produced by Jack Andre-Hamill, Album artwork is by Emily Li and music is by Wataboi from Pixabay.

    Ep 27: How Comic book Films influenced the Print comic book industry

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 23, 2022 53:21


    In this very special episode of Switched on, we sat down with All Star Comics Melbourne's Co-Owner Mitch Davies to discuss how the meteoric rise of comic book adaptions has changed and influenced the print comic book industry. join us as we discuss opening a store right before the huge release of The Avengers (2012) to today with an abundance of comic book films and TV and his experiences in a whole different world for comic books in the last 11 years since opening. Switched On is an entertainment podcast by Swinburne University's The Standard. This episode was hosted, researched, edited and produced by Jack Andre-Hamill, Album artwork is by Emily Li and music is by Wataboi from Pixabay.

    Ep 26: Dreamhack

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2022 29:58


    The huge E-sports event Dreamhack has hit Melbourne! join host Jack Andre-Hamill with guest Jack Crnjanin who attended Dreamhack and discusses the massive event and the huge competitive gaming competitions including League of Legends, Halo Championships and CS:GO! So join Jack and Jack as they dive deep into the event and discuss pop-culture event's comeback to Melbourne (for obvious reasons). Switched On is an entertainment podcast by Swinburne University's The Standard. This episode was hosted, researched and produced by Jack Andre-Hamill, edited by Campbell Jackson. Album artwork is by Emily Li and music is by Wataboi from Pixabay.

    Ep 25: MIFF (2022)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 28, 2022 40:10


    Our guest this week has seen more films at this year's MIFF than anyone you know! (Alleged, unproven.) So if you missed out this year, host Jack Andre-Hamill chats with film aficionado CJ Jackson on his picks of the year and the festival's return to in-person screenings.  Switched On is an entertainment podcast by Swinburne University's The Standard. This episode was hosted, researched, edited and produced by Jack Andre-Hamill, edited by Alannah Duggan. Album artwork is by Emily Li and music is by Wataboi from Pixabay.

    Ep 24: Nintendo Switch Sports

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2022 44:38


    Seeking a little late 00s video game nostalgia? You might get it from Nintendo Switch Sports! Host Theo Tunks invited former Swinburne University student Tim Wilson and producer Aditi Kutty to chat tennis and other sports, customisation, the $25 leg strap and whether it lives up to the original Wii Sports. Switched On is an entertainment podcast by Swinburne University's The Standard. This episode was hosted and researched by Theo Tunks, edited by Alannah Duggan and produced by Aditi Kutty. Album artwork is by Emily Li and music is by Wataboi from Pixabay.

    Ep 23: The Oscars

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 4, 2022 30:34


    Host Aditi Kutty and friend of the show Daniel White met hours after the Academy Awards wrapped up to discuss that Big Incident at the Oscars that everyone's been talking about, some of the winners and snubs, and whether we can take the Academy Awards seriously going forward. Switched On is an entertainment podcast by Swinburne University's The Standard. This episode was hosted and researched by Theo Tunks, and edited and produced by Aditi Kutty. Album artwork is by Emily Li and music is by Wataboi from Pixabay.

    Ep 22: 'The Batman' special

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2022 50:55


    Can't cover an extra long movie with a normal sized episode! Host Theo Tunks sits down with film producer JG Alexander and Switched On producer Aditi Kutty to chat about the latest effort at adapting the caped crusader, including how pretty it looks, how weird Bruce Wayne is, and how we would all follow The Riddler on Twitter. Spoilers a-plenty! You have been warned. Switched On is an entertainment podcast by Swinburne University's The Standard. This episode was hosted and researched by Theo Tunks, and edited and produced by Aditi Kutty. Album artwork is by Emily Li and music is by Wataboi from Pixabay. Like what you hear? Connect with us via our socials. Instagram: @swinburnejournalism. Facebook: @swinjournalism. Twitter: @swinjournalism. You can also find us at theswinstandard.net.

    Ep 21: 'Cyrano'

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2022 37:41


    Host Aditi Kutty chats to unwilling filmgoers Saquif Azmain and Phillip Sgardelis about Peter Dinklage's latest effort, 'Cyrano'. Spoilers and anti-Roxane rhetoric galore! Switched On is an entertainment podcast by Swinburne University's The Standard. This episode was hosted, researched, edited and produced by Aditi Kutty. Album artwork is by Emily Li and music is by Wataboi from Pixabay. Like what you hear? Connect with us via our socials. Instagram: @swinburnejournalism. Facebook: @swinjournalism. Twitter: @swinjournalism. You can also find us at theswinstandard.net.

    Ep 20: Bisexual representation in DC Comics

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 2, 2021 36:10


    Host Aditi Kutty, a former DC Comics fan, chats to other former DC Comics fan Morgan McGrath on the recent reveals of Tim Drake and Jon Kent as bisexual. Digressions include Webtoons, Heaven's Official Blessing and Rosa Diaz. If you're interested in reading some queer rep in the big two, check out these volumes! Batman: Urban Legends #6 (Tim Drake segment written by Meghan Fitzmartin, art by Belén Ortega) Superman: Son of Kal-El #5 (written by Tom Taylor, art by John Timms) Catwoman 2011-2016 Vol. 6: Keeper of the Castle (written by Genevieve Valentine, art by Garry Brown) Avengers: the Children's Crusade (written by Allan Heinberg, art by Jim Cheung) You can catch even more queer-created content on Webtoon. Switched On is an entertainment podcast by Swinburne University's The Standard. This episode was hosted, researched and produced by Aditi Kutty, and edited by Jayne McLucas. Album artwork is by Emily Li and music is by Wataboi from Pixabay. Like what you hear? Connect with us via our socials. Instagram: @swinburnejournalism. Facebook: @swinjournalism. Twitter: @swinjournalism. You can also find us at theswinstandard.net.

    Ep 19: 'Marvel's What If' season 1 recap

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2021 39:16


    Host Theo Tunks reflects on his initial thoughts on 'Marvel's What If' with two new guests, Shankar Giri and Mai Fowler. Topics include the second episode switch, Tony Stark always dying, and how Marvel always lies. Spoilers ahoy! Switched On is an entertainment podcast by Swinburne University's The Standard. This episode was hosted and researched by Theo Tunks, edited by Jayne McLucas and produced by Aditi Kutty. Album artwork is by Emily Li and music is by Wataboi from Pixabay. Like what you hear? Connect with us via our socials. Instagram: @swinburnejournalism. Facebook: @swinjournalism. Twitter: @swinjournalism. You can also find us at theswinstandard.net.

    Ep 18: 'Free Guy'

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2021 27:33


    Host Penny Watt chats with returning guests Jerrielle Welbeck and Daniel White about 'Free Guy', its many pitfalls, and whether Ryan Reynolds was better off just making a new Deadpool. Digressions include Matthew Lillard, the reopening of cinemas in Melbourne, and what movies they're looking to seeing when they can. Switched On is an entertainment podcast by Swinburne University's The Standard. This episode was hosted and researched by Penny Watt, edited by Jayne McLucas and produced by Aditi Kutty. Album artwork is by Emily Li and music is by Wataboi from Pixabay. Like what you hear? Connect with us via our socials. Instagram: @swinburnejournalism. Facebook: @swinjournalism. Twitter: @swinjournalism. You can also find us at theswinstandard.net.

    Episode 17: A look back at Aussie games in 2021

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 15, 2021 33:23


    To wrap up Melbourne International Games Week and PAX, host Emily Spindler-Carruthers sits with The Standard's gaming editor Tim Bottams to look back at the big titles in Aussie and Melbourne gaming over the past year, what makes a quintessential Australian game, networking at conventions, and how funding changes will shape the industry's future. List of games discussed: Broken Roads Innchanted Cult of the Lamb The Artful Escape Dead Static Drive Conscript Hollow Knight: Silksong Way to the Woods Webbed Switched On is an entertainment podcast by Swinburne University's The Standard. This episode was hosted and researched by Emily Spindler-Carruthers, edited by Jayne McLucas and produced by Aditi Kutty. Album artwork is by Emily Li and music is by Wataboi from Pixabay. Like what you hear? Connect with us via our socials. Instagram: @swinburnejournalism. Facebook: @swinjournalism. Twitter: @swinjournalism. You can also find us at theswinstandard.net.

    Ep 16: 'D&D: The Wild Beyond the Witchlight'

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 10, 2021 31:28


    In this special episode of Switched On, host Theo Tunks brings together a small team to play the first chapter of the new D&D book, 'The Wild Beyond the Witchlight'. Join Theo, The Standard reporter and long-time D&D aficionado Tim Wilson, The Standard gaming editor and first-time player Tim Bottams, and Switched On editor and first-time player Jayne McLucas as they discuss roleplaying through carnival delights, second-hand embarrassment, spectral arms and projectile vomit. Switched On is an entertainment podcast by Swinburne University's The Standard. This episode was hosted by Theo Tunks, researched by Theo Tunks and Alex Gibbons, edited by Jayne McLucas and produced by Aditi Kutty. Album artwork is by Emily Li and music is by Wataboi from Pixabay. Like what you hear? Connect with us via our socials. Instagram: @swinburnejournalism. Facebook: @swinjournalism. Twitter: @swinjournalism. You can also find us at theswinstandard.net.

    Ep 15: Movies and soundtracks of 1996

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2021 28:43


    Host Penny Watt and guests Eddie Russell and Lachlan Marriott get together to discuss movies and epic soundtracks that are hitting their 25th anniversary, despite none of them being born in the year 1996. Topics discussed include Baz Luhrmann's 'Romeo + Juliet', 'Mission Impossible', 'Trainspotting' and more. Switched On is an entertainment podcast by Swinburne University's The Standard. This episode was hosted by Penny Watt, researched by Penny Watt and Eddie Russell, edited by Jayne McLucas and produced by Aditi Kutty. Album artwork is by Emily Li and music is by Wataboi from Pixabay. Like what you hear? Connect with us via our socials. Instagram: @swinburnejournalism. Facebook: @swinjournalism. Twitter: @swinjournalism. You can also find us at theswinstandard.net.

    Ep 14: PlayStation showcase

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 25, 2021 35:15


    This week, Emily Spindler-Carruthers brings together The Standard's pop culture editor Theo Tunks and reporter Mitchell Glynne to discuss the PlayStation Showcase, its biggest announcements, and the games they're looking forward to the most. Discussions include Marvel's Spider-Man 2, Tiny Tina's Wonderlands, God of War: Ragnarok, and more! Switched On is an entertainment podcast by Swinburne University's The Standard. This episode was hosted and researched by Emily Spindler-Carruthers, edited by Jayne McLucas and produced by Aditi Kutty. Album artwork is by Emily Li and music is by Wataboi from Pixabay. Like what you hear? Connect with us via our socials. Instagram: @swinburnejournalism. Facebook: @swinjournalism. Twitter: @swinjournalism. You can also find us at theswinstandard.net.

    Ep 13: Kanye West's 'Donda'

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2021 28:10


    It's a musical special! Special host Lachlan Marriott sits down with The Standard's music editor Eddie Russell to discuss 'Donda', the latest from Kanye West. Covered is the album's impact on music, the state of hip hop, and whether Donda will stand the test of time. Switched On is an entertainment podcast by Swinburne University's The Standard. This episode was hosted and researched by Lachlan Marriott, edited by Jayne McLucas and produced by Aditi Kutty. Album artwork is by Emily Li and music is by Wataboi from Pixabay. Like what you hear? Connect with us via our socials. Instagram: @swinburnejournalism. Facebook: @swinjournalism. Twitter: @swinjournalism. You can also find us at theswinstandard.net.

    Ep 12: GamesCom

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 4, 2021 37:22


    GamesCom this week, and host Theo Tunks sat down with Ben Argall and Will Yates to discuss all the game announcements and what they were looking forward to the most. Switched On is an entertainment podcast by Swinburne University's The Standard. This episode was hosted and researched by Theo Tunks, edited by Jayne McLucas and produced by Aditi Kutty. Album artwork is by Emily Li and music is by Wataboi from Pixabay. Like what you hear? Connect with us via our socials. Instagram: @swinburnejournalism. Facebook: @swinjournalism. Twitter: @swinjournalism. You can also find us at theswinstandard.net.

    Ep 11: Spider-Man: No Way Home trailer

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 28, 2021 34:46


    Missing cinemas? The Spider-Man: No Way Home trailer might make it a little easier for you. Host Penny Watt chats with The Standard editor and Switched On producer Aditi Kutty and screen production student and MCU enthusiast Kiara Ariza Stellato Pledger for a chat about everything we've seen in the trailer. Digressions include Little Women and Astroboy. Switched On is an entertainment podcast by Swinburne University's The Standard. This episode was hosted and researched by Penny Watt, edited by Jayne McLucas and produced by Aditi Kutty. Album artwork is by Emily Li and music is by Wataboi from Pixabay. Like what you hear? Connect with us via our socials. Instagram: @swinburnejournalism. Facebook: @swinjournalism. Twitter: @swinjournalism. You can also find us at theswinstandard.net.

    Ep 10: Marvel's What If

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2021 34:05


    Marvel's What If is out! Host Theo Tunks, The Standard's gaming editor Tim Bottams and film writer Adam Virgona get together to discuss the first episode and the What Ifs they would like to see in the future. Spoilers for episode 1 ahead! Switched On is an entertainment podcast by Swinburne University's The Standard. This episode was hosted and researched by Theo Tunks, edited by Jayne McLucas and produced by Aditi Kutty. Album artwork is by Emily Li and music is by Wataboi from Pixabay. Like what you hear? Connect with us via our socials. Instagram: @swinburnejournalism. Facebook: @swinjournalism. Twitter: @swinjournalism. You can also find us at theswinstandard.net.

    Ep 9: Final Fantasy

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2021 33:26


    It's been a month since the release of the demo of 'Stranger of Paradise: Final Fantasy Origin' and host Emily Spindler-Carruthers gets together with Final Fantasy newbie Bertie Cunningham and Final Fantasy veteran (and writer for The Standard) Tom Bravender-Coyle to discuss what the franchise means to them and what they have to look forward to in the future. Switched On is an entertainment podcast by Swinburne University's The Standard. This episode was hosted and researched by Emily Spindler-Carruthers, edited by Jayne McLucas and produced by Aditi Kutty. Album artwork is by Emily Li and music is by Wataboi from Pixabay. Like what you hear? Connect with us via our socials. Instagram: @swinburnejournalism. Facebook: @swinjournalism. Twitter: @swinjournalism. You can also find us at theswinstandard.net.

    Ep 8: MIFF

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2021 26:44


    MIFF has just begun - check out Penny Watt and guests Jerrielle Welbeck and Daniel White talk about their picks for the 69th Melbourne International Film Festival and get a little (a lot) off topic when someone brings up Baz Luhrmann's 'Australia' and Edgar Wright. Films discussed: Language Lessons (dir. Natalie Morales) Coming Home in the Dark (dir. James Ashcroft) Finding Jedda (dir. Tanith Glynne-Maloney) Prom Night (dir. Lydia Rui) - which is 3 minutes, not 40 minutes as Penny suggested Une Belle Journée (dir. Malo Hawkins) Petite Maman (dir. Céline Sciamma) Big (dir. Penny Marshall) Black Audio Film Collective - a collection of three documentaries from the art collective Best Sellers (dir. Lina Roessler) Annette (dir. Leos Carax) Switched On is an entertainment podcast by Swinburne University's The Standard. This episode was hosted by Penny Watt, researched by Penny Watt and Kayla Willson, edited by Jayne McLucas and produced by Aditi Kutty. Album artwork is by Emily Li and music is by Wataboi from Pixabay. Like what you hear? Connect with us via our socials. Instagram: @swinburnejournalism. Facebook: @swinjournalism. Twitter: @swinjournalism. You can also find us at theswinstandard.net.

    Ep 7: 'Black Widow'

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2021 25:43


    Host Theo Tunks sits with another host Penny Watt and The Standard film writer Adam Virgona to chat Marvel's 'Black Widow', what it brings to the MCU and how it holds up as a prequel. Switched On is an entertainment podcast by Swinburne University's The Standard. This episode was hosted and researched by Theo Tunks, edited by Jayne McLucas and produced by Aditi Kutty. Album artwork is by Emily Li and music is by Wataboi from Pixabay. Like what you hear? Connect with us via our socials. Instagram: @swinburnejournalism. Facebook: @swinjournalism. Twitter: @swinjournalism. You can also find us at theswinstandard.net.

    Ep 6: 'Sims 4: Cottage Living'

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 22, 2021 34:47


    Host Emily Spindler-Carruthers is back to talk cottagecore, chickens, and cracky store owners with fellow Sims enthusiasts Nabila and Jen ahead of the release of Sims 4's latest expansion pack, 'Cottage Living'. All three concluded that Sims is deeply gay. Switched On is an entertainment podcast by Swinburne University's The Standard. This episode was hosted and researched by Penny Watt, edited by Jayne McLucas and produced by Aditi Kutty. Album artwork is by Emily Li and music is by Wataboi from Pixabay. Like what you hear? Connect with us via our socials. Instagram: @swinburnejournalism. Facebook: @swinjournalism. Twitter: @swinjournalism. You can also find us at theswinstandard.net.

    Ep 5: 'In the Heights'

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2021 34:31


    With the release of Hollywood's latest musical adaptation, Lin Manuel Miranda's 'In the Heights', host Penny Watt sits down with cinema and screen studies students Genevieve Nardella and Caitlin Pettit to chat casting, pacing, LMM's legacy and the future of Hollywood musicals. Switched On is an entertainment podcast by Swinburne University's The Standard. This episode was hosted and researched by Penny Watt, edited by Jayne McLucas and produced by Aditi Kutty. Album artwork is by Emily Li and music is by Wataboi from Pixabay. Like what you hear? Connect with us via our socials. Instagram: @swinburnejournalism. Facebook: @swinjournalism. Twitter: @swinjournalism. You can also find us at theswinstandard.net.

    Ep 4: 'Dungeons and Dragons: Dark Alliance'

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2021 28:35


    Last week saw the release of a new instalment in everyone's favourite tabletop game in the form of video game 'Dark Alliance'. Host Theo Tunks sits down with friend, Sydney resident and DnD enthusiast Alex Gibbons to chat about whether it's a worthy addition, and how good it is as a game on its own. Switched On is an entertainment podcast by Swinburne University's The Standard. This episode was hosted and researched by Theo Tunks, edited by Jayne McLucas and produced by Aditi Kutty. Album artwork is by Emily Li and music is by Wataboi from Pixabay. Like what you hear? Connect with us via our socials. Instagram: @swinburnejournalism. Facebook: @swinjournalism. Twitter: @swinjournalism. You can also find us at theswinstandard.net.

    Ep 3: Queer media special

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2021 38:27


    Pride month is edging to a close (sad), so host Emily Spindler-Carruthers gathered The Standard video editor and Switched On producer Aditi Kutty and media enthusiast Sigurd Apollo for a special episode on the good and the bad in queer media. Topics include queerbaiting, final episode queer reveals, and the 'bury your gays' trope. This episode contains descriptions of media that the guest may have found harmful; listener discretion is advised. A full list of media discussed, mentioned, or referenced: Films: Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker (Episode IX) (2019) The Little Mermaid (1989) Hercules (1997) Aladdin (1992) The World to Come (2021) Brokeback Mountain (2005) The Half of It (2020) Television: The Untamed (2019) The Owl House (2020—present) Kim Possible (2002—2007) Dragon Ball Z (1989—1996) BBC Sherlock (2011—2017) Merlin (2008–2012) Supernatural (2005—2020) The Legend of Korra (2012—2014) She-Ra and the Princesses of Power (2018—2020) Adventure Time (2010—2018) Kipo and the Age of Wonderbeasts (2020) The 100 (2014—2020) The Haunting of Bly Manor (2020) Game of Thrones (2011—2019) The Chilling Adventures of Sabrina (2018–2020) Riverdale (2017—present) Brooklyn Nine-Nine (2013—2022) Video Games: Tell Me Why (2020) The Outer Worlds (2019) Recommendations for media the guests and host really enjoyed are available on our instagram page. Switched on is an entertainment podcast by Swinburne University's The Standard. This episode was hosted and researched by Emily Spinder-Carruthers, edited by Jayne McLucas and produced by Aditi Kutty. Music is by Wataboi from Pixabay. Like what you hear? Connect with us via our socials. Instagram: @swinburnejournalism. Facebook: @swinjournalism. Twitter: @swinjournalism. You can also find us at theswinstandard.net.

    Ep 2: E3

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2021 36:36


    In the second ever episode of Switched On, host Emily Spindler-Carruthers chats with The Standard reporter Jayne McLucas and esports administrator and streamer Sam Mitchell to talk all things E3, covering their favourite game announcements, a rise in the cozy games trend, the perils of crunch culture and why the expo didn't feel as big this year. Switched on is an entertainment podcast by Swinburne University's The Standard. This episode was hosted and researched by Emily Spinder-Carruthers, edited by Jayne McLucas and produced by Aditi Kutty. Music is by Wataboi from Pixabay. Like what you hear? Connect with us via our socials. Instagram: @swinburnejournalism. Facebook: @swinjournalism. Twitter: @swinjournalism. You can also find us at theswinstandard.net.

    Ep 1: 'The Mitchells vs. The Machines'

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2021 37:05


    Hi! You've tuned into the very first episode of Switched On, an entertainment podcast run by Swinburne University's The Standard. This week, host Kayla Willson sits down with Genevieve Nardella, student of cinema studies at Swinburne University, and Lachlan Gallagher, member of the University of Melbourne's Film Society, to discuss 'The Mitchells vs. the Machines' and the good and the bad of where animation is at right now. This episode was hosted and researched by Kayla Wilson, edited by Jayne McLucas and produced by Aditi Kutty. Music is by Wataboi from Pixabay. Like what you hear? Connect with us via our socials. Instagram: @swinburnejournalism. Facebook: @swinjournalism. Twitter: @swinjournalism. You can also find us at theswinstandard.net.

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