You HAVE to Play God of War Ragnarok By: Matthew Smith Welcome back to “You HAVE to Play This,” the blog where I talk about a video game you HAVE to play each week. In the pantheon of video game sequels, few have been as eagerly anticipated as “God of War Ragnarök.” Building on the critically acclaimed reboot of the franchise in 2018, Ragnarök promises to take players on a journey that is grander, deeper, and more emotionally resonant. Whether you’re a veteran of the series or a newcomer drawn in by the whispers of its legend, here’s why you […]
Continue readingDO THE GRAMMYS CARE ABOUT HIP HOP?
DO THE GRAMMYS CARE ABOUT HIP HOP? By: Nikash Ganguli The Grammy Awards, heralded as music’s most prestigious accolades, have long been a symbol of peak achievement and recognition within the industry. However, their relationship with the hip-hop genre has been fraught with contention and debate. This conversation delves into the nuanced dynamics between the Grammys and hip-hop, highlighting instances where the awards seem to have missed the mark in truly honoring the genre’s contributions and innovations. By examining the specific cases of artists like Travis Scott, alongside broader issues of recognition and respect within the hip-hop community, we unravel […]
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The Thawing Kingdom By: Lana Semakova The pastels of spring were beginning to spread across the forest as the patches of snow melted into streams. Nature’s orchestra simmered beneath the sound of my steps on fallen branches and leaves. I’d always loved this time of year. It prompts rediscovery. Winter tends to cover things and waits silently for the arrival of more transparent days. Today, it was finally sunny again. In this light, the woods seemed more alive than ever before. I stood in a mystical kingdom. I looked up at a tall tree on the top of which something […]
Continue readingPressa Drops New Single “Get Back Up” – A Shift in Storytelling
Pressa Drops New Single “Get Back Up” – A Shift in Storytelling By Gregor Reynolds Toronto’s music scene has always been a cauldron of talent, and one artist who’s been making notable waves is Pressa. Hailing from the Driftwood neighborhood in Toronto, Pressa has been grinding for years, and he’s back with his latest release, “Get Back Up.” You might remember Pressa from his breakout hit “Canada Goose” back in 2017, which blew up on YouTube and firmly established him in the industry. But his journey extends far beyond that, representing the underground Canadian rap scene long before his mainstream […]
Continue readingI Don’t Know What’s Happening, and Crashing Waves
I Don’t Know What’s Happening, and Crashing Waves By Max von SchillingReem Al Sharif Sometimes, things don’t go to plan. Sometimes things aren’t your best work. Honestly, this one isn’t mine. But that’s okay, because I survived this week. And sometimes, that’s just that. Ironically, this blog was meant to be a space that I decided on after (what I thought) would be the worst of it, for a while. And yet, here we are. This week has been a train wreck, I’ve got a million things due, and somehow they’re all still the same things due at the end […]
Continue readingAriana, What Are You Doing Here?
Welcome to episode 4; the eternal sun is shining on us today! Ariana’s new album is out; we’re feeling ALL the emotions. Pause, there was a dog at the Oscars luncheon? And people are mad he’s not going to the ceremony? Wait, Olivia and Meg are going on Broadway… with Tatem in the front row, obviously. All of this and more on this week’s episode of Wait… What Were We Talking About?
Continue readingThe NFL Off-Season – Let’s Discuss
Join us as we discuss our favourite teams, the biggest signings, and our bold predictions for the NFL Off-season
Continue readingThe Uncertainty Of Ball
In this week’s instalment Griffin discusses the beautiful uncertainty of the NBA and NCAA, breaking down NBA notable games of the week and previewing the NCAA ahead of the all important conference championships.
Continue readingStudent Athletes
This week Elijah and Srishti are joined by Tyler Frankel, a track and field athlete at TMU. They talk about his experience as a student athlete, work-life balance and the importance of exercise for mental health!
Continue readingHow to Make Friends 101
Hannah and Karlie sit down with their wonderful friend Ailey to yap about making friends, Spotify daylists, ‘eternal sunshine’, and more!
Continue readingAll Eyes on Paris
The Canadian Men’s and Women’s national basketball teams are among the best in the world. This summer, their ambitions are fixated on a golden campaign at the Paris Olympics. Jacques, Marc, Linus, and Zayaan analyze how Team Canada stacks up against the rest of the world in a Paris Olympic basketball preview!
Continue readingWho Is Oliver Bearman?
Aleksa and Marshall recap rookie Oliver Bearman’s impressive debut with Ferrari at the Saudi Arabian GP, and briefly discuss how the driver market could shake up in 2025.
Continue readingHighschool
The ups, the downs and the lessons we learned along the way. Our journey through highscool.
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