Film & TV

To The Top Of The Leaderboard: Squid GameÔÇÖs Worldwide Success

By Eszter Gurbicz A few weeks ago I decided to hop on the bandwagon and watch the new worldwide success Netflix show everyone was talking about: Squid Game. Not surprisingly, it didnÔÇÖt take long to finish the series but doesn’t this happen all the time? Something becomes popular and everyone starts watching it, regardless of whether they are interested in the theme or not. We … Continue reading To The Top Of The Leaderboard: Squid GameÔÇÖs Worldwide Success

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Live Reviews, Music

Paloma Faith @ Motorpoint Arena Cardiff- Live Review (18/10/21)

Words by Rowan Davies I just wanted to give a pleasant reminder that we did once used to be saner than we are nowÔÇÖ; Paloma Faith addresses her crowd as she takes to the stage for her Cardiff gig, a delightful conclusion to a gloomy Monday in October and a refreshing way to start the week. When we were offered the opportunity to attend Paloma … Continue reading Paloma Faith @ Motorpoint Arena Cardiff- Live Review (18/10/21)

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Features

Love coaching: The next best thing for singletons?

In the last six years, the personal development coaching industry has caught the attention of many. The business has doubled in size since 2015, with its value now reaching $13billion per year. It is an industry designed to guide individuals down a path of positive self-transformation, where they can find fulfilment within themselves. A particular area of this is ÔÇÿlove coachingÔÇÖ which is similar to … Continue reading Love coaching: The next best thing for singletons?

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Literature

Our Favourite Books Related to Mental Health

By Laura Mae All The Bright Places- Jennifer Niven All The Bright Places is a heartwarming Young Adult novel about unlikely friendships, love, and dealing with individual hardships. The book is written in alternating points of view of the two main characters; Violet Markey, one of the most popular girls in school, and Theodore Finch, a social outcast. The two are paired together for a … Continue reading Our Favourite Books Related to Mental Health

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Film & TV

What the Kim’s Convenience Controversy Tells Us (Once Again) About the Industry

KimÔÇÖs Convenience was arguably one of the biggest Canadian television exports as of late, going beyond local broadcasters to Netflix worldwide. What was once a small, humble comedy series based on a theatre show became a smash hit among television audiences, and even garnered awards in its five-season run. It was hailed for being a win for Asian representation on the small screen in the … Continue reading What the Kim’s Convenience Controversy Tells Us (Once Again) About the Industry

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Food

Get to Know Cardiff’s Food and Drink Societies

The immediate stress and chaos of post-freshers’ week slump; where time is just a construct and deadlines seem startlingly close, yet so far… is among us.  One way to get settled into the new academic year and really feel like your university experience is in full swing, is to explore the many societies that Cardiff has to offer. As readers of Quench Food IÔÇÖm sure you would appreciate hearing from our Food and Drink related societies … Continue reading Get to Know Cardiff’s Food and Drink Societies

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Fashion

What IÔÇÖll be wearingÔÇô autumn lectures edition

Our contributors Maja and Emma have let us know what they’re going to be wearing this autumn time! Upon realising that my seminars were going to be in person this year, my immediate thought was what am I going to wear? Having taken up knitting during the lockdown, I was inspired by this hobby in my first choice of garment: a knitted sweater vest. I … Continue reading What IÔÇÖll be wearingÔÇô autumn lectures edition

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Features

Girls Night In: The Nationwide Movement to Combat an ÔÇÿEpidemicÔÇÖ

After over a year of being in a national lockdown, the long-awaited reopening of clubs was definitely onmany minds. However, the fear of spiking is something that remains unparalleled and extremelyprevalent within our society today and more recently, in Cardiff. A night out is something you would expect to enjoy with your friends ÔÇô a chance to escape your uni workor even just get out … Continue reading Girls Night In: The Nationwide Movement to Combat an ÔÇÿEpidemicÔÇÖ

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Literature

The Fault in our Fiction: Lack of Diversity and Representation in Literature

By Francesca Ionescu As we, readers, have become more socially aware, our standards for what we read have changed. A book could be brilliant, but if it ignores the diverse world we live in, it raises the question whether we should pressure authors into being more aware of their writing and their audience. Diversity needs to come naturally. A huge issue lately in media seems … Continue reading The Fault in our Fiction: Lack of Diversity and Representation in Literature

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Download

Grand Theft Auto: The Trilogy and Nintendo Online: Pricing Old Games

On 12th August this year, rumours that there would be a Grand Theft Auto Remastered Trilogy (containing Grand Theft Auto III, GTA: Vice City and GTA: San Andreas) were confirmed to be true. On 23rd September, Nintendo revealed that during its Direct showcase that its Nintendo Online service would be getting an upgrade, allowing subsribers to play selected N64 and Sega Genesis games, alongside the … Continue reading Grand Theft Auto: The Trilogy and Nintendo Online: Pricing Old Games

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Food

Matsudai Ramen – Uncle Roger Approved!

Most peopleÔÇÖs midlife crises end with them slumped over a bar counter, sporting an attractive beer belly and unshaven whiskers.  James Chant is not like most people.  After becoming disillusioned with the music industry work heÔÇÖd been doing all his life, James decided to stop making music and start making ramen. Which in all honesty, is a wise decision, if you ask me. Music might … Continue reading Matsudai Ramen – Uncle Roger Approved!

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Film & TV

On Location in Wales: Freshwater West

By Joshua Allen Wales is more than well known for having some of the most stunning views in the UK, so it was only natural that when it came to choosing a location for the staggering conclusion to the Harry Potter series, that a part of it came to Wales. Freshwater West, located in Pembrokeshire, was already a popular spot amongst those both visiting or … Continue reading On Location in Wales: Freshwater West

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Pam ddylen ni siarad y Gymraeg?

Alexa Price Yn anffodus maeÔÇÖr canrifoedd diwethaf wedi gweld lleihad sylweddol yn y nifer o siaradwyr yr iaith Cymraeg yng Nghymru. Esblygodd yr iaith Cymraeg oÔÇÖr ieithoedd Llydewig a Chernyweg, sydd yn dyddio yn ├┤l i ddiwrnodau’r Celtiaid. Cymraeg felly yw un o ieithoedd henaf Ewrop. MaeÔÇÖr iaith wedi chwarae rhan fawr yn helpu siapio ein hanes a diwylliant cyfoethog, felly i weld yr iaith … Continue reading Pam ddylen ni siarad y Gymraeg?

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Fashion

Vinted ÔÇô is this new pre-loved shopping app as good as it claims to be?

Words by Josie Waddington As the harsh realities of fast fashion and its unethical practices have come to light, it is safe to say that the second-hand clothes movement is a positive and progressive step towards a sustainable society here in the UK. As a trend, vintage fashion has boomed significantly since the 2020 summer lockdown – specifically in young adults who would now probably … Continue reading Vinted ÔÇô is this new pre-loved shopping app as good as it claims to be?

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Live Reviews, Music

Victorious Festival 2021- Concert Review

Words by Will Jones The August bank holiday marked the return of PortsmouthÔÇÖs Victorious Festival ÔÇô the UKÔÇÖs largest metropolitan festival. More importantly, for myself at least, it marked my return to weekend music events, something that I was unreservedly excited for.  Victorious prides itself on sculpting a music experience that remains central to the community that hosts it. In an attempt to reflect the … Continue reading Victorious Festival 2021- Concert Review

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Features

THE RISE OF ECO-ANXIETY

By Grace Caselden As a university student, I am constantly surrounded by other students my age working hard for their degrees and future careers. Yet, the very students that tirelessly study for this future fear they may not have oneÔÇöat least not a future one would consider normal. In recent months, particularly after the release of the United Nations 2021 climate change report last August, … Continue reading THE RISE OF ECO-ANXIETY

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Download, Video Games

Angrboda and Thor: Breaking Down the Controversy Around God of War: Ragnarok

Artwork by Rafael Grassetti After 2018ÔÇÖs God of War released to critical and commercial success, fans have been eagerly waiting to hear more about its follow-up. During last months Playstation Showcase, those fans got their wish with a trailer and presentation for God of War: Ragnarok. And of course, they found a reason not to be happy. The controversy focuses on how two particular characters … Continue reading Angrboda and Thor: Breaking Down the Controversy Around God of War: Ragnarok

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Film & TV

Hidden TV Gems on Streaming

We’re always looking for more to watch on streaming platforms, in an age where we’re truly spoilt for choice. Here, our contributors share series that they’ve been watching on streaming that they feel are not talked about enough, despite being hugely entertaining and binge-worthy. Perhaps you’ll find your new favourite show in here? Inside No. 9┬á(BBC iPlayer) By Leona Franke Available for free on BBC … Continue reading Hidden TV Gems on Streaming

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