Culture
The Many Lives of Ray Bradbury
James Tatam reflects on the iconic life of author Ray Bradbury. Discussing intricate details of his life, his work and his notable impact on Hollywood to this day.
The Rise of YouTube Workouts: Are They Tackling Diet Culture?
Emma Brine explores the nuances behind the rise in YouTube workouts during lockdown, questioning whether it is simply another avenue promoting diet culture.
Taylor Swift’s Album ‘Folklore’: A Review
Clarisse Fullerton gives a rave five star review for Taylor Swift’s latest album, Folklore.
Centre Staged: Melanie Baker
Have you been looking for some calm acoustics to accompany the recent flurry of summer days? Yasmin Norvill interviews up-and-coming artist Melanie Baker.
Glee: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly
Kieran Adamson looks back at the life of the TV phenomenon ‘Glee’, reviewing it’s best and worst bits and exploring the mark it’s left behind.
PSA: Zac Efron is still hot and body shaming is still not
In response to the recent discourse surrounding Zac Efron’s ‘dad bod’, Yasmin Norvill discusses why our society is so fascinated by stories of weight loss and weight gain. This article contains references to eating disorders.
TV or Silver Screen: How Cinema Must Adapt
Reflecting on the impact of the pandemic, Robyn Quick analyses how our relationship with cinemas may change in a post COVID-19 world.
Black Lives Matter – How we can all Contribute to an Anti-Racist Society
Shadele Brown writes in support of Anti-Racist movements and shares educational resources to help people be productive instead of performative in their activism.
Centre Staged: Dutch Criminal Record
Portsmouth based indie surf band, Dutch Criminal Record are set to have their biggest year yet. Yasmin Norvill interviews them.
Students Save Our Theatres: An Interview with Florence Andrews
Lily Pearce speaks to Theatre Society’s, Florence Andrews about the future of theatre in a post COVID-19 world and promotes the ‘Students Save Our Theatres’ national campaign.
Creativity as an Escape in a Pandemic
Samuel Awonuga describes the inspiration behind creating the ‘Surrey at Home’ anthology released by the Community Zone last week.
Centre Staged: Marsicans
Yasmin Norvill interviews up and coming indie stars, Marsicans in the first instalment of her brand new series ‘Centre Staged’
LGBTQ Representation in Film: A Look at the Stats
Lily Pearce investigates recent statistics regarding on screen LGBTQ+ representation and argues the importance of diversity in film.
Black Lives Matter: Poetry and Art
Inspired by the Black Lives Matter movement, Lisa Ncube has written a poem about racism and created a painting to accompany her words
Learning to take Pride in Coming Out
Deputy Editor Pete Ferguson shares his journey on how he came to terms with taking pride in being LGBTQ+
How Your Favourite Fast Fashion Brands are Exploiting the Pandemic, their Workers and You
Editor in Chief Yasmin Norvill examines the exploitative measures fast fashion companies have asserted throughout the COVID-19 pandemic.
It is Time for a New Narrative for the Black Community
Louisa Daley discusses her experience as a black student and how the curriculum failed to provide a full insight into the nuances of black identity.
Putting the F into Festival Line Ups
Yasmin Norvill explores current festival lineups and highlights the extreme lack of women filling headline slots, and not for a lack of audience appetite.
Why Ecuador should be your first solo travel trip
Eve Willis recounts her recent trip to Ecuador and looks at why this South American country is the perfect place to test the waters of solo travelling.
Conversations With Surrey’s Anonymous Instagram Poet
Rosa Heaton has a discussion with Surrey’s successful instagram poet, known as Perseus. Exploring his inspiration and tips on running a successful account.