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PODCAST RECS - Debunking and Fact-Checking for Witches & Witchcraft Spaces

A collection of podcast episodes fact-checking, debunking, or just providing some clarity on modern myths, misinformation, and conspiracy theories that are frequent flyers in witchcraft and pagan spaces, both theories mistakenly touted by community members and some of the utter drivel spouted by non-witches that still affects us today. Check out these shows on your favorite podcast app!

(Updates to be made whenever I find new content. There will be some crossover with my Witches In History Podcast Recs post and some of the content will be heavy. Blanket trigger warning for violence, abuse, bigotry, sexism, antisemitism, and mistreatment of women, queer people, and children.)

[Last Updated: October 17, 2024]

This post is broken into three basic sections:

Historical Misinformation

Modern Myths and the People Who Create Them

Conspiracy Theories and Moral Panics

List of Cited Podcasts, in alphabetical order

American Hysteria

BS-Free Witchcraft

Dig: A History Podcast

Hex Positive

Historical Blindness

History Uncovered

Morbid

Occultae Veritatis

Our Curious Past

Our Fake History

Ridiculous History

Stuff You Missed In History Class

The History of Witchcraft

Unobscured

You’re Wrong About…

Historical Misinformation

General History of Witchcraft

Historical Blindness - A Rediscovery of Witches, Pt 1 & 2 Oct 13, 2020 & Oct. 27, 2020 A discussion of the early modern witch craze and the myths, misconceptions, and theories about witches spread by academics. Topics of discussion include the works of Margaret Murray and Charles Leland, the founding of Wicca, the emergence of the midwife-witch myth, and folk healers as targets of witchcraft accusations. Sarah Handley-Cousins of “Dig: A History Podcast” supplies guest material for both episodes.

Hex Positive, Ep. 36 - Margaret Effing Murray with Trae Dorn July 1, 2023 Margaret Murray was a celebrated author, historian, folklorist, Egyptologist, archaeologist, anthropologist, first-wave feminist, and the first woman to be appointed to the position of lecturer in archaeology in the UK. So why so we get so annoyed whenever her name is mentioned in conversations about witchcraft? Well, it all has to do with a book Margaret wrote back in 1921...which just so happened to go on to have a profound influence on the roots of the modern witchcraft movement.

Nerd & Tie senpai and host of BS-Free Witchcraft Trae Dorn joins Bree NicGarran in the virtual studio to discuss the thoroughly-discredited witch-cult hypothesis, Murray's various writings and accomplishments, and why modern paganism might not have caught on so strongly without her.

BS-Free Witchcraft, Ep 03: The History of Wicca October 06, 2018 On this episode, Trae digs deep into the history of Wicca, and tries to give the most accurate history of the religion as they can. I mean, yeah, we know this is a general Witchcraft podcast, but Wicca is the most widely practiced form of Witchcraft in the US, UK, Canada and Australia… so how it got started is kind of important for the modern Witchcraft movement. (And trust me, there aren’t any pulled punches here.)

BS-Free Witchcraft, Ep. 28: The Burning Times May 30, 2020 On this installment of the podcast, we tackle probably one of the more controversial topics in the modern witchcraft movement: The Burning Times. What were the actual “Burning Times,” where do we get that phrase from, and what really happened? Also, how has this phrase been used in modern witchcraft? It’s a heavy one, folks.

Dig: A History Podcast - Both Man and Witch: Uncovering the Invisible History of Male Witches Sept 13, 2020 Since at least the 1970s, academic histories of witches and witchcraft have enjoyed a rare level of visibility in popular culture. Feminist, literary, and historical scholarship about witches has shaped popular culture to such a degree that the discipline has become more about unlearning everything we thought we knew about witches. Though historians have continued to investigate and re-interpret witch history, the general public remains fixated on the compelling, feminist narrative of the vulnerable women hanged and burned at the stake for upsetting the patriarchy. While this part of the story can be true, especially in certain contexts, it’s only part of the story, and frankly, not even the most interesting part. Today, we tackle male witches in early modern Eurasia and North America!

Dig: A History Podcast - Doctor, Healer, Midwife, Witch: How the the Women’s Health Movement Created the Myth of the Midwife-Witch Sept 6, 2020 In 1973, two professors active in the women’s health movement wrote a pamphlet for women to read in the consciousness-raising reading groups. The pamphlet, inspired by Our Bodies, Ourselves, looked to history to explain how women had been marginalized in their own healthcare. Women used to be an important part of the medical profession as midwives, they argued — but the midwives were forced out of practice because they were so often considered witches and persecuted by the patriarchy in the form of the Catholic Church. The idea that midwives were regularly accused of witchcraft seemed so obvious that it quickly became taken as fact. There was only one problem: it wasn’t true. In this episode, we follow the convoluted origin story of the myth of the midwife-witch.

Dig: A History Podcast - Cheesecloth, Spiritualism, and State Secrets: Helen Duncan’s Famous Witchcraft Trial July 3, 2022 Helen Duncan was charged under the 1735 Witchcraft Act, but her case was no eighteenth-century sensation: she was arrested, charged, and ultimately imprisoned in 1944. Of course, in 1944, Britain was at war, fighting fascism by day on the continent and hiding in air raid shelters by night at home. The spectacle of a Spiritualist medium on trial for witchcraft seemed out of place. What possessed the Home Secretary to allow this trial to make headlines all across the UK in 1944? That’s what we’re here to find out.

The Conspirators, Ep. 63 - The Last Witch Trial Nov. 26, 2017 England’s official laws regarding the prosecution of witches dates back to the 1600s. Those very same laws would also remain on the books until well into the 20th century. In 1944, a psychic medium named Helen Duncan would gain notoriety by becoming the last woman to be tried under England’s witchcraft laws.

The History of Witchcraft Podcast, hosted by Samuel Hume Witches didn’t exist, and yet thousands of people were executed for the crime of witchcraft. Why? The belief in magic and witchcraft has existed in every recorded human culture; this podcast looks at how people explained the inexplicable, turned random acts of nature into conscious acts of mortal or supernatural beings, and how desperate communities took revenge against the suspected perpetrators.

Unobscured, Season One - The Salem Witch Trials Welcome to Salem, Massachusetts. It’s 1692. And all hell is about to break loose.

Unobscured is a deep-dive history podcast from the labs of How Stuff Works, featuring the writing and narrative talents of Aaron Mahnke, horror novelist and the mind behind Lore and Cabinet of Curiosities.

As with his other series, Mahnke approaches the events in Salem armed with a mountain of research. Interviews with prominent historians add depth and documentation to each episode. And it’s not just the trials you’ll learn about; it’s the stories of the people, places, attitudes, and conflicts that led to the deaths of more than twenty innocent people.

Each week, a new aspect of the story is explored, gradually weaving events and personalities together in chronological order to create a perspective of the trials that is both expansive and intimate. From Bridget Bishop to Cotton Mather, from Andover to Salem Town, Mahkne digs deep to uncover the truth behind the most notorious witch trials in American history.

Think you know the story of Salem? Think again.

Witchcraft and Other Magical Practices

BS-Free Witchcraft, Ep. 43 - “Lilith” Jan. 29, 2022 Host Trae Dorn discusses the ongoing debate over whether or not it’s okay for non-Jewish witches to incorporate Lilith into their practices. Is Lilith closed? Is it cultural appropriation? There’s so much misinformation in New Age and poorly written witchcraft books on Lilith, it’s hard for some witches to get a clear picture. It’s common to run into folks on social media talking about Lilith as a “Goddess,” which she very much isn’t. Let’s dive into the origins of the folklore surrounding this figure, and we’ll let you decide whether or not it’s okay to work with Lilith. But, uh, spoiler – we don’t think you should.

Historical Blindness, Ep. 106 - Lilith, the Phantom Maiden November 22, 2022 Host Nathaniel Lloyd explores the evolution of the figure of Lilith, from Mesopotamian demon, to the first woman created by God, and back to a succubus mother of demons. It’s a tale of syncretism, superstition, forgery, and a dubious interpretation of scriptures.

BS-Free Witchcraft, Ep. 55 - Lucky Girl Syndrome and the Law of Attraction January 28, 2023 Trae takes a look at one of New Age spirituality’s most toxic philosophies - The Law of Attraction. The history of the idea is discussed, where it came from, and how this dangerous combination of prosperity gospel, purity culture, and victim-blaming has come back in a major way to a whole new generation as “Lucky Girl Syndrome.” 

Hex Positive, Ep. 19 - The Trouble with Tarot August 1, 2021 Tarot and tarot-reading have been a part of the modern witchcraft movement since the 1960s. But where did these cards and their meanings come from? Are they secretly Ancient Egyptian mystical texts? Do they have their origins among the Romani people? Are they a sacred closed practice that should not be used by outsiders? Nope, nope, and nope.

This month, we delve into the actual history of tarot cards, discover their origins on the gaming tables of Italy and France, meet the people who developed their imagery and symbolism into the deck we know today, and debunk some of the nonsense that’s been going around lately concerning their use. The Witchstorian is putting on her research specs for this one!

Stuff You Missed in History Class - A Brief History of Tarot Cards Oct. 26, 2020 How did a card game gain a reputation for being connected to mysticism? Tarot’s history takes a significant turn in the 18th century, but much of that shift in perception is based on one author’s suppositions and theories.

Hex Positive, Ep. 23 - The Name of the Game November 1, 2021 Bree delves into the history, myths, and urban legends surrounding Ouija boards. Along the way, we’ll uncover their origins in the spiritualist movement, discover the pop culture phenomenon that labeled them portals to hell, and try to separate fact from internet fiction with regard to what these talking boards can actually do.

Our Curious Past, Ep. 20 - The Curious History of the Ouija Board August 18, 2023 Host Peter Laws explores the history of the “talking board,” which was wildly popular in the early 1900s, until something happened that would tarnish its’ reputation for good. 

Ridiculous History - Brooms and Witchcraft, Pt. 1 & 2 Oct. 13-15, 2020 Most people are familiar with the stereotypical image of a witch: a haggard, often older individual with a peaked hat, black robes, a demonic familiar and, oddly enough, a penchant for cruising around on broomsticks. But where did that last weirdly specific trop of flying on a broomstick actually come from?  Could the stereotype of witches on broomsticks actually be a drug reference? Join Ben, Noel, and Casey as they continue digging through the history and folklore of witchcraft - and how it affected pop culture in the modern day.

Historical Blindness, Ep. 116 - The Key to the Secrets of King Solomon  May 02, 2023 Host Nathaniel Lloyd continues his occasional series on the history and mythology of magic. In this installment, he looks at the development of the story that the biblical King Solomon was actually a flying-carpet-riding, magic-ring-wielding wizard and alchemist who bound demons to do his will. The origins and content of the legendary Key of Solomon are also discussed.

Dig: A History Podcast - Plastic Shamans and Spiritual Hucksters: A History of Peddling and Protecting Native American Spirituality July 24, 2022 In the late 20th century, white Americans flocked to New Age spirituality, collecting crystals, hugging trees, and finding their places in the great Medicine Wheel. Many didn’t realize - or didn’t care - that much of this spirituality was based on the spiritual faiths and practices of Native American tribes. Frustrated with what they called “spiritual hucksterism,” members of the American Indian Movement (AIM) began protesting - and have never stopped. Who were these “plastic shamans,” and how did the spiritual services they sold become so popular?

Historical Blindness, Ep. 145 - All Is Number: Pythagoras and Numerology May 28, 2024 In this installment of the ongoing Encyclopedia Grimoria series, host Nathaniel Lloyd talks about a cult leader who is remembered as a great mathematician, whose real lasting contribution to the world is the nonsensical divination "magic" known as numerology.

Holidays

Hex Positive, Ep. 28 - The Easter-Ostara Debacle April 1, 2022 Host Bree NicGarran puts on her Witchstorian hat once more to delve into the origins of both Easter  and Ostara and to finally answer the age-old question: which came first  – the bunny or the egg?

Historical Blindness, Ep. 28 - A Very Historically Blind Christmas Dec. 18, 2018 An exploration of the origins of Christmas traditions, with special guest Brian Earl of the Christmas Past podcast. (There is also some mention of Christmas witches!) Further installments of this series explore additional Christmas traditions and iconography which have been falsely claimed to have pagan origins as well as the myths surrounding the history of Christmas itself. (Eps. 47, 63, 84, & 132 in December of subsequent years)

Modern Myths and the People Who Create Them

Ed and Lorraine Warren

You’re Wrong About…Ed and Lorraine Warren w. Jamie Loftus Nov 8 2021 Special Guest Jamie Loftus tells Sarah about Ed and Lorraine Warren (of The Conjuring and Annabelle fame). Topics of interest include Connecticut as a locus of scary happenings, New England uncles, and psychic communication with a tearstained Bigfoot.

Dig: A History Podcast - The Demonologist and the Clairvoyant: Ed and Lorraine Warren, Paranormal Investigation, and Exorcism in the Modern World Oct 3 2021 In the 1970s, Lorraine and Ed Warren had a spotlight of paranormal obsession shining on them. In the last decade, their work as paranormal investigators–ghost hunters–has been the premise for a blockbuster horror franchise totaling at least seven films so far, and more planned in the near future. So… what the heck? Is this for real? Yes, friends, today we’re talking about demonology, psychic connections to the dead, and the patriarchy. Just a typical day with your historians at Dig.

History Uncovered, Ep. 92 - The Enfield Haunting That Inspired "The Conjuring 2" Oct 25 2023 The Enfield Haunting began with a bang. Literally. From 1977 to 1979, an unassuming North London home was the site of near-constant paranormal activity, from knocking sounds and moving objects to disembodied voices and the terrifying alleged possession of one young daughter of the Hodgson family. But how much truth was there to these happenings? And since the Warrens got involved briefly and subsequently touted themselves as experts on the case (and made money from talking about it), how much of what we think we know reflects the actual events?

Hex Positive, Ep. 042 - Extended Warren Tea with Jenn the Ouija Girl and Lorelei Rivers Jan 01 2024 Discussions about the careers and rhetoric of the Warrens make the rounds regularly in conversations about the paranormal among members of the witchcraft community. But who were the Warrens? Why do they inspire such ire even as the Conjuring franchise gains steam? How much of what we think we know about the supernatural comes from them? And why is it important to recognize - and refute - their rhetoric when we encounter it? Bree NicGarran sits down with Jenn the Ouija Girl and Lorelei Rivers to spill ALL the tea.

"Paranormal" Literature & Media

You’re Wrong About…Winter Book Club - The Amityville Horror, Pts. 1-3 Dec 20 2021 - Feb 6 2022 Sarah tells guest host Jamie Loftus about the Amityville Horror, how it’s a Christmas story, and buying murder furniture might not be such a great idea. Further highlights include Jodie the Demon Pig, poor insulation and terrible parenting as evidence of a haunting, lots and lots of sunk cost fallacy, and how the book kind of debunks itself.

MORBID, Ep. 610 - The Amityville Horror Conspiracy October 17 2024 The supposed experience of the Lutz family at 112 Ocean Avenue served as the basis for the iconic haunted house story, “The Amityville Horror,” and the countless films adapted from or inspired by the original novel. However, unlike most other stories of paranormal experiences, “The Amityville Horror” became a phenomenon that influenced everything from Ronald DeFeo’s criminal defense during his murder trial to the American public’s belief in the supernatural. Yet for all their talk of it being a genuine story of demonic activity, in the years since the publication of the popular novel, a large body of evidence from skeptical evaluations to court records and interview transcripts suggest that America’s most notorious haunted house might not have been quite so haunted after all.

American Hysteria, Ep. 125 - I Was A Teenage Poltergeist October 14 2024 Sarah Marshall, host of “You’re Wrong About…,” transports us to the old world of British Hysteria to reveal the mysterious story of the Enfield Poltergeist and joins host Chelsea Weber Smith at the seance table to discuss the great unknown and the ghosts they know.

You’re Wrong About… - Michelle Remembers, Pt. 1-5 March 26, 2020 - April 30, 2020 Intrepid hosts Sarah and Mike delve into one of the foundational texts of the Satanic Panic - “Michelle Remembers.” A young woman spends a year undergoing hypnosis therapy, which uncovers repressed memories of shocking and horrifying abuse at the hands of a Satanic cult. The book became a foundational text for both mental health professionals and law enforcement attempting to grapple with an alleged nationwide network of insidiously invisible child-abducting cults. The only problem is…none of what Michelle remembered ever actually happened.

You’re Wrong About…. - The Satan Seller, Pt. 1-5 June 28, 2021 - August 9, 2021 Sarah and Mike return to Camp You’re Wrong About for another Satanic Panic story hour. This time, the summer book club explores Mike Warnke’s 1972 “memoir” about joining a demonic cult, rising through the ranks of Satan’s favorite lackeys, his sudden downfall and redemption, and the California hedonism that made him do it. This is followed by a discussion of the Cornerstone Magazine exposé that brought the facts to light and thoroughly discredited Warnke’s story.

American Hysteria, Eps. 64-66 - Chick Tracts, Pts. 1-3 March 20 - April 03, 2023 In his own lifetime, Jack Chick was one of most prolific and widely-read comic artists in history. His company, Chick Tracts, published hundreds of millions of copies of pocket-sized bible comics, filled with lurid illustrations of cackling demons, wicked witches, and sinister cults, all hell-bent on corrupting any hapless mortal they could get their hands on. These tracts were meant to be left where they might be found by a sinner in need of salvation, with a scared-straight morality-play approach to Christianity that contributed in no small part to the period in the late 20th century we now call the Satanic Panic. (There’s also a follow-up two-part episode about one of Chick’s “occult experts,” who claimed to be, among other things, a real-life vampire.)

History Uncovered, Ep. 95 - Roland Doe, The Boy Who Inspired "The Exorcist" November 15, 2023 In 1949, priests performed an exorcism on a boy referred to as "Roland Doe," aka Ronald Hunkeler, in a chilling ordeal that became the real-life inspiration for William Peter Blatty's 1971 book, "The Exorcist," and the movie adaptation released in 1973. But what really happened during this alleged exorcism and was there any proof of the claims of alleged demonic paranormal activity surrounding the events?

You're Wrong About... - The Exorcist (with Marlena Williams) December 27, 2023 Marlena Williams, author of "Night Mother: A Personal and Cultural History of the Exorcist," joins host Sarah Marshall to discuss the little possession movie that changed America forever. Was the set cursed by Satan himself, or plain old 70s misogyny? What makes a country going through a cultural upheaval embrace stories about the Devil? And - the most critical question of all - do Ouija boards really cause possession?

Frightful, Bonus Episode - Is the Paranormal Like A New Religion? June 25 2024 Since the early 2000s, paranormal content has exploded in popular culture. It seems we can't get enough of ghosts (and hunting for them). What could be behind this enthusiasm for spooky things? Host Peter Laws shares a theory - that the paranormal is a clever way for us to be religious...without being religious. (This is less a debunking than a discussion of a personal hypothesis, but it deals with the pervasiveness of cultural religious themes, the influence of social media on modern mythmaking, and the sense of community surrounding paranormal belief.)

Conspiracy Theories and Moral Panics

Ancient "Mysteries"

Historical Blindness, Pyramidiocy, Eps. 146-151 June-July 2024 Host Nathaniel Lloyd delves into the great pyramids and the various myths and misconceptions surrounding them, some of which, despite vast amounts of historical evidence to the contrary, endure to this very day. Further related segments on this topic may be found on the show's Patreon, including a highly interesting July 2024 minisode regarding "Books of the Dead," which examines claims about H.P. Lovecraft's "Necronomicon" and its' supposed relation to the Egyptian Book of the Dead and the Emerald Tablet of Hermes Trismegistus.

History Uncovered, Ep. 117 - The Real History Behind the Mythic City of Atlantis June 12, 2024 First mentioned by Plato in Timaeus and Critias, the lost city of Atlantis later became a widely debated topic among historians. But is Atlantis real? (Spoiler: No. No it is not.)

Hucksters, Secret Societies, and Antisemitism

Historical Blindness, Ep. 14 - Bloody Libel December 12, 2017 An exploration of one of the most destructive myths in history - the blood libel, or the false accusation that Jews of the Middle Ages and beyond ritually murdered Christian children, a lie that host Nathaniel Lloyd traces back to its’ roots in medieval England and the murder of one Young William of Norwich.

Historical Blindness, Eps. 56-57 - The Illuminati Illuminated September 15-29, 2020 A contemplation of the modern conservative conspiracy theory of a “deep state” leads host Nathaniel Lloyd back to the dawn of the modern conspiracy theory, the Enlightenment, when the ultimate conservative conspiracy theory was born as an explanation for the French Revolution: The Illuminati!

Historical Blindness, Eps. 38-40 - Nazi Occultism, Parts 1-3 July 2-30, 2019 An exploration of the dark roots of Nazi occult philosophies, from a neo-paganism preoccupied with the Nordic Pantheon, to a folksy back-to-the-land movement that evolved into a nationalist sentiment, to an ideology of racial supremacy all tied up with contemporary myths and pseudoscience. (The host is careful to note with clarity and vehemence at the start of each episode that this series IN NO WAY approves of, promotes, or supports this ideology and Nazism is roundly condemned at every turn. It’s not an easy listen, but understanding how and why this bigotry continues to be a problem in pagan spaces and how to recognize it is very important.) TL;DR - Fuck Nazis. No tolerance for genocidal fuckwads.

DIG: A History Podcast - Werewolves, Vampires, and the Aryans of Ancient Atlantis: The Occultic Roots of the Nazi Party Oct 17, 2021 Modern movie plotlines which portray Nazi obsessions with occultism might be exaggerated for dramatic effect, but they aren't made up out of wholecloth. The NSDAP, or the National Socialist Worker's Party, was a party ideologically enabled by occultist theories about the Aryan race and vampiric Jews, on old folk tales about secret vigilante courts and nationalist werewolves, and on pseudoscientific ideas about ice moons. In this episode, the hosts explore the occult ideas, racial mythology, and 'supernatural imaginary' that helped to create the Nazi Party.

Our Fake History, Eps. 66-68: Who Was the Mother of the Occult? May-June 2018 An exploration of the life and works of Helena Petrovna Blavatsky, self-described sage, medium, guru, author, and one of the founders of Theosophy.

The Satanic Panic

American Hysteria - Satanic Panic, pt 1 & 2 Dec. 10 2018 - Jan. 07, 2019 This two-part episode covers perhaps the most mystifying moral panic in US history, the 1980s and early 90s ‘Satanic Panic.’ For this episode, Chelsey covers the rise of organized Satanism beginning in the late 60s, as well as the adversarial countercultures of the hippies and the metalheads, and their apparent Satanic crimes that would be hailed as proof of their evil, as well as proof that teens, as well as children, were in serious moral peril. Satan was allegedly hypnotizing the youth with secret messages in backwards rock songs, teaching them occult magic in Saturday morning cartoons, and causing suicides through a popular role-playing games, all while helping religion blur into politics for good.

For part two, Chelsey will cover what came next, a serious investigation into an imagined network of Satanic cults ritually abusing children in daycare centers all over the country. Chelsey will try to understand this shocking decade in history, why it really happened, and the cultural issues it was really about.

BS-Free Witchcraft, Ep 10 - The Satanic Panic April 27, 2019 The Satanic Panic of the 70s, 80s, and 90s shaped the Modern Witchcraft Movement in a lot of unexpected ways. Its effects still ripple through a lot of our sources, so in this installment of the podcast we’re digging into this extremely weird part of American history. It’s a bit of a doozy, after all.

BS-Free Witchcraft - Ep. 32: A New Satanic Panic? February 27, 2021 A couple of years ago, we did an episode on the history of the Satanic Panic of the latter half of the twentieth century, but recent events have led us to ask - could it be happening again? It’s very possible that we are at the start of a new wave of satanic panic, and QAnon is just the latest symptom of a larger problem.

Occultae Veritatis, Case #014: Satanic Panic of Martensville Jan. 28, 2018 Today the hosts cover one of the various Satanic ritual abuse scandals that happened close to them. Is it full of hot air and false allegations? Yes. Yes it is. 

Occultae Veritatis, Case #097A & B: Dungeons, Dragons, and the Satanic Panic Dec. 07, 2019 - Dec. 15, 2019 Dungeons & Dragons, introduced in 1974, attracted millions of players, along with accusations by some religious figures that the game fostered demon worship and a belief in witchcraft and magic.

[Last Updated: October 17 2024]

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don't very often come into the tag to post my thoughts unprompted, but finished challengers and. eugene.

what did pacat do to him.

i already wasn't expecting great things just based on the preview where eugene, my poor boy, just gave a weak thumbs-up at getting benched. but i had faith and hope as foolish as it was.

like, you're telling me that eugene labao who spent years working to get on the fencing team, every year told his mom "this will be the year", and gave a training camp his all just. gives a forced smile at being booted off the team for state?? what?? if pacat wanted to go with a eugene that cares more about the team than his personal resume, fine. okay. but eugene is allowed to be more upset. he should be. he was given everything he dreamed of by williams saying that they could have two reserves, and now it's gone. i don't care how much a team-player you are, that's devastating. especially as a high school junior (in america and australia i GUESS). if you want to go to college for fencing, i imagine the state competition is a great way to get scouted. also, you miss out on fencing with your teammates for the last or second-to-last time. getting benched as a freshman sucks but you got some more years in your high school career. but eugene's a junior, this is his first year on the team, so now he's fencing state maximum once. that's just a cruel stab in the back by williams, genuinely. he should have been given time to be upset onscreen whether it was privately or with friends.

which then, what the fuck williams. you literally said that you could have two reserves- that you FOUGHT for two reserves- and all the sudden eugene can't compete. i never did high school fencing and maybe things are different in australia, but that seems a little ridiculous to me. like wtf did the higher-ups tell her? "yeah you can have two reserves for one competition but that's it" ???????????????? did pacat have an experience like this or something bc i have no clue how that's a logical train of thought a high school sports organizer can have. i will admit that one could argue she's competitive and wants to win. like sure but then why have a second reserve. could she not decide and was always planning to cut nick or eugene depending on who did better at the camp? what kind of coach is that?? none of the other coaches did that - not even donati and she is neck to neck with williams in this rivalry. it doesn't matter how much she wants king's row to have this gold medal- if williams was intentionally doing any of this, uncaring of whether or not she hurts one of the fencing boys, she should not be a coach actually. period. again, i love early fence williams. but oh my god the way she handled this was so bad.

which then brings me to: what is the point of eugene.

i love eugene, he has been one of my favorite characters since 2020 when i first read volumes 1-3. he is one of the reasons why i get so excited about fence and makes me so happy as a character. but honestly? you could cut eugene out of fence and nothing would change. i know he's not haiden or nichoji, but he was put there for a reason that i think pacat forgot. he never has any signficant screentime unless it's to be comedic relief or be a supporting character to nick, the other "underdog" on the fencing team. i really do hate to say it, but reading challengers really made me wish pacat had written out eugene sooner or not written him at all. he's not treated well as a character, and at this point, i don't understand why eugene is even in this story.

another point i want to make is nick. what the hell is wrong with nick. you're telling me that the same nicholas "zero" cox who was about to give up his scholarship and chance to fence so that eugene, a guy he barely knew at the time, could finally be on the team is the same nicholas who only says "but coach--" when eugene gets kicked off the team? that is a terrible friend. i'm not saying nick should have said "i'm not going to state if eugene isn't!!" but he should have called williams out on it, found eugene later and say "dude i'm so sorry this sucks" -- literally ANYTHING!!! but no, nick bever acknowledges it outside of this panel and is too busy at state apparently to notice eugene being bummed about, you know, not fencing with him. it's so, insane to me that nick became this person that doesn't bother checking in on his bro. that tells me he's more concerned about fencing and seiji - which to each his own but i would drop anyone who did me like that. can't even manage a "how r u doing" text what the actual fuCk. i can not stress enough how much i do not like this nick right now.

in conclusion: i need eugene to have a good cry with his mom or his bros about this bullshit and to eat so much good arroz caldo. please save my son from the narrative, it keeps being mean to him :(((

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Tugas 21 Agustus 2023

Nama : Indri Adetya Putri

Nim : 20652064

Kelas : 7C Manajemen Pemasaran

Mata Kuliah : Marketing Politik

Raja Julie Antoni

Mengenal Politikus Muda

Profil/ Jejak Digital Raja Julie Antoni

Raja Juli Antoni, Ph.D.  lahrir pada  13 Juli 1977 yang merupakan seorang politikus Indoneisa dari partai soldaritas indonesia (PSI) 

Raja Juli Antoni, salah satu kader Partai Solidaritas Indonesia, dilantik sebagai Wakil Menteri Agraria dan Tata Ruang atau ATR/BPN oleh Presiden Joko Widodo di Istana Negara Jakarta, pada Rabu, 15 Juni 2022 silam. Dilantiknya Raja Juli sebagai Wakil Menteri menggantikan Surya Tjandra yang merupakan rekan satu partainya yang maju sebagai Menteri.  

Seperti dilansir dari laman psi.id, Toni (panggilan akrab Raja Juli Antoni) selain menjabat sebagai Wakil Menteri ATR/BPN juga menjabat sebagai Sekretaris Dewan Pembina DPP dan anggota Mahkamah Partai Solidaritas Indonesia atau PSI. Namun sebelum bergabung dengan PSI, dulunya Toni merupakan kader PDIP.

Ia menjabat sebagai wakil menteri Agraria dan tata ruang Indonesia sejak 15 Juni 2022, sebelmnya ia juga merupakan politikus partai demokrasi indonesia perjuangan.  

Raja Juli Antoni merupakan putra dari Raja Ramli Ibrahim, tokoh masyarakat Riau yang pernah menjabat Wakil Ketua Pimpinan Wilayah (PW) Muhammadiyah Riau.  Raja merupakan alumni Pondok Pesantren Darul Arqam Muhammadiyah, Garut, Jawa Barat. Ia meraih gelar sarjana Ilmu Al-Qur'an dan Tafsir dari IAIN Syarif Hidayatullah (UIN Jakarta) pada tahun 2001 dengan skripsi berjudul Ayat-ayat Jihad: Studi Kritis terhadap Penafsiran Jihad sebagai Perang Suci.  Ia kemudian menempuh pendidikan master di The Department of Peace Studies, Universitas Bradford, Inggris, setelah mendapatkan beasiswa Chevening Award pada tahun 2004, dan menyelesaikannya dengan tesis yang berjudul The Conflict in Aceh: Searching for A Peaceful Conflict Resolution Process. 

Dengan beasiswa dari Australian Development Scholarship (ADS) pada tahun 2010, Raja meneruskan studi doktoral di School of Political Science and International Studies pada Universitas Queensland, Australia. Ia berhasil mendapatkan gelar Ph.D dengan disertasi berjudul Religious Peacebuilders: The Role of Religion in Peacebuilding in Conflict Torn Society in Southeast Asia, dengan mengambil studi kasus Mindanao (Filipina Selatan) dan Maluku (Indonesia). 

Dia menjadi Direktur eksekutif The Indonesian Institute (TII). Dia juga cukup aktif menulis opini dan ditayangkan pada beberapa media nasional Tanah Air.[8]

Aspek ilmu kiprah ranah profesional dan politik

Mantan Ketua Umum Pimpinan Pusat Ikatan Pelajar Muhammadiyah (PP IPM) periode 2000–2002,  ini juga pernah dipercaya sebagai Direktur Eksekutif Maarif Institute yang didirikan mantan Ketua Umum PP Muhammadiyah, Ahmad Syafii Maarif. 

Pada tahun 2009, Ia sempat menjadi calon anggota legislatif untuk Pemilihan Umum Legislatif 2009 dari Partai Demokrasi Indonesia Perjuangan (PDIP) untuk Daerah Pemilihan Jawa Barat IX (Kabupaten Subang, Sumedang, dan Majalengka). Akan tetapi, Ia belum terpilih karena kurang suara dengan Maruarar Sirait serta Tb. Hasanuddin (caleg terpilih PDIP dapil Jabar IX). 

Ia sempat menjadi calon Ketua Umum PP Muhammadiyah periode 2015–2020, tetapi kemudian mengundurkan diri karena ingin berkonsentrasi sebagai Sekretaris Jenderal Partai Solidaritas Indonesia (PSI) yang baru didirikannya bersama beberapa politikus muda lainnya.

Verrel Bramasta

2. Efektabilitas dan kapabilitas artis muda sebagai anggota partai politik!

Latar Belakang Verrel Bramasta

Verrell Bramasta merupakan artis yang lahir di Jakarta, 11 September 1996. Verrell merupakan putra dari Venna Melinda dan Ivan Fadilla Soedjoko yang merupakan senior di dunia entertainment. Adik kandung Verrell Bramasta yaitu Athalla Naufal, juga terjun di dunia entertainment menyusul jejaknya.Memiliki fisik dan bakat yang mendukung ia mulai terjun ke dunia hiburan, tentu saja dengan dukungan dari orang tuanya. Ia mulai membintangi sinetron pertamanya Bintang di Langit pada 2014.

Setelah itu, ia mulai sering tampil di berbagai acara TV. Namun walaupun demikian sudah terkenal dan suskesnya seorang Verrel Bramasta menjadi seorang artis, verrel memutuska untuk masuk dan terjun ke dunia politik mengikuti jejak ibunya.

Pesinetron Verrel Bramasta memutuskan mengikuti jejak ibunya, Venna Melinda, terjun ke dunia politik. Berbeda dengan sang ibu yang tergabung di Perindo, Verrel memilih PAN sebagai kendaraan politiknya. Verrell juga mengaku bahwa ibunya adalah sosok yang menjadi inspirasinya untuk terjun ke dunia politik.

Dia mengatakan dengan melihat sang ibu berjuang dalam membantu masyarakat.

Pendidikan & Pengeathuan Verrel Bramasta

Verrell Bramasta menempuh pendidikan di Universitas Pelita Harapan. Setalah lulus, Verrell memulai karir di dunia hiburan setelah menyelesaikan pendidikannya. Ia terbilang cukup sukses di dunia kerartisannya dengan memperoleh nominasi dan penghargaan.

Berikut ini daftar prestasi Verrell Bramasta:

Pemenang SCTV Awards 2017 Kategori Aktor Utama Paling Ngetop dalam karya Siapa Takut Jatuh Cinta Pemenang Dahsyatnya Awards 2020 KategoriTrio Terdahsyat dalam karya Putri untuk Pangeran

Pemenang Indonesian Television Awards 2020 kategori Aktor Sinetron Terpopuler karya Putri untuk Pangeran

Pemenang Silet Awards 2020 kategori Aktor Tersilet dalam karya Putri untuk Pangeran

Komunikasi Politik dan Aspirasi dari MasyarakatPartai Amanat Nasional (PAN) resmi memperkenalkan Verrell Bramasta sebagai kader terbarunya di Kantor DPP PAN pada Kamis, 9 Februari 2023.

Eko Patrio mengatakan Verrell bergabung ke PAN bukan karena diajak oleh kader-kader partai berlambang matahari. Melainkan lantaran ada ikatan emosional yang sangat kuat.

Adapun alasan Verrel memilih ikut berpolitik dan bergabung ke PAN adalah Verrle tergerak bergabung ke PAN yaitu karena melalui partai politik dirinya bisa membantu lebih banyak masyarakat atas masalah yang dihadapinya. Verrel pun tergerak untuk bisa melakukan hal yang sama.

Verrel mengungkapkan bahwa misinya untuk masuk ke dunia politik itu yang pertama fungsi dari legislatif, ada tiga.:

Alasan pertama ialah ia ingin membantu lebih banyak orang lagi.

Alasan kedua, menurut Verrel, datang langsung dari sosok Sang Mama, Venna Melinda yang dikenal sebagai politikus yang juga berangkat dari dunia entertainment. Venna, menurut Verrel, berhasil mempengaruhinya untuk terjun ke dunia politik.

Alasan ketiga, Verrel ingin berguna lebih banyak lagi bagi masyarakat luas.

Atas tiga alasan itulah, Verrel memantapkan diri untuk terjun ke dunia yang digeluti sang mama, dan memilih PAN sebagai kendaraan politiknya.Varrel kemudian menjelaskan alasannya memilih bergabung dengan PAN, lantaran partai berlambang matahari itu dianggap Varrel sebagai partai yang membimbing, dan menfasilitasi anak muda untuk terjun ke politik.

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Week Nine

Next works plan:

Paint more cans (green multiple lights in checker arrangement, a desktop screen with apps on it), maybe make them textured designs?

Make other physical manifestations of the digital objects (clay, etc)

Paint another room on a bigger or a square canvas

Painting and objects below are what I am currently working on.

Simon Morris

We move through life... perceiving: art education; chair idea; painting with friend; in the community.

- We move through life... perceiving ~ exhibition

- exhibited in NZ, Australia, UK, Germany and Asia

- addresses the acr of painting as a meditation on time, materiality, process and poetics

- the exhibition is a composite exhibition of abstract paintings, photopaintings, drawings, titles, photography, ceramics and structures.

- informed by a deep study of western, eastern and local art practices in particular the role of abstraction as a contemplative means of reflecting on realities and perception

- abstraction for us is not purist, nor modernist endpoint but sits amid the complexity of the world

- diverse/complex, a slow viewing, a journey

- metre and a half between each work roughly, alternating artists works

- 3 cups, 2020-2024, foraged clay, island bay.

- bringing the form loosely with painting, allowing the two forms to meet in one space

- both focus attention and the body in direct experience

- using a leach kick wheel, red for energy, pale green for calmness, clay is blended with foraged material for texture, feel and colour

- formed, fired and left in a simple unglazed state

- a surprise for malovich, russian, photograph of a meerkat behind a black canvas

- titles were written at the time of install on masking tape placed beside the works

- when two colours become one, emerged from a residency at Headlands Center for the Art in San francisco

- expanded experience of time, while filtering new surroundings

- experience translated into constantly shifting time structures and the direct engagement with colour as it transforms in painting from one house to another

- transferring between pots of paint, one brush, two colours, repetition and acceptance of variation

- the time of the painting meets the time of the world

- some of the paintings were on trolleys, paintings don't have to stay still

- spiral time, 2024, ink paper and wood

- a brush releases ink around and around diluting and stretching the stroke. a gesture of similar repeating action accumulating into a single form, slowly.

- seeing and looking, photograph of David's dog

- his titles are like little bits of poetry, rather than writing a list of titles, he arranged in a poetic manner

- hedi love poem to life, contacts and value 2, content, extract from a lecture called wasting time, titles without the artwork

- oxide on mind, 2024, acrylic painting on canvas

- walking drawing - noticing kawakawa, 2024, ink on paper and wood. a response to walking through the ridges and coastlines of island bay, while walking we relax into a steady rhythm, created in the time and space within the studio space

- living room, 2013, Simon Morris and Brenda Sullivan, enjoy public art gallery

- group architects, first house, 1949

- the chair: the story of design and making in aotearoa. object space 2023, Tamaki Makaurau, Auckland, curated by Kim Paton

- Josephine Jelicich, wood school fellowship, centre for furniture craftsmanship, Maine US

- Allan Wild, 1952, first house chair

- Anagama firing, 2023, frost and fire pottery, mapua

- Fulbright New Zealand scholarship

Canvas Making Workshop

Staple gun (mechanical)

Staple gun (electric)

Canvas puller (AliExpress)

Staple puller

Lock the corner joints together, sometimes can be hard to put together, wooden mallet to push together

Thicker wood is better

Check it's square with a square

Tap gently in a corner

Tape measure, corner to corner, should be same measurements

Don't glue the corners, staple and if it doesn't go in then tap with a hammer

Sand paper to get the sharp bits and edges so it doesn't rip the canvas

Paint on gesso or non, doesn't really matter but just choose which side to which ever one you want to paint on

Want enough overhand so you can stretch it taught

Packaged stuff can be weak and collapse, buy from the big roll and it's more economical. look at the gsm, bigger painting, the higher the gsm.

Pulling tensions till a valley forms, pulls taught when you do the other sides. do the sides of canvas first and then turn and do the top/bottom. valleys forms and form a diamond

Fold canvas down and grip the canvas under the frame, pull taught, pull round and then staple

then pull the sides, pull to either side of the initial side staple, two tables is usually enough, with about an inch in between. then do the top/bottom

pull out corner staples, then hand pull the excess flat and then staple sides

make a harsh edge on the corner, helps if you turn the canvas towards yourself so you can see what it will look like, bend it backwards to form the corner, if it looks good, flip the canvas flat and staple down

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PTE

 OVERVIEW

The PTE Academic Exam: What is it? The Pearson Test of English is an academic language test that students and aspiring professionals have to take before migrating to a predominantly English-speaking nation. The test, abbreviated to PTE, is recognized by the very best educational institutions across the globe. The test assesses the competency of candidates in the English language to ensure that there are no hiccups in their personal and professional lives once they do migrate.

The examination does not test candidates based on proficiency in English literature. It focuses more on the practical ability of the students in using English to communicate and also understand when others try to communicate with them. Candidates are allotted three hours to complete the test, which is completely computer-based. Its grading system, which features multi-level grading, leads to understanding candidates’ English speaking, writing, listening and reading skills better

Even though there are tests similar to PTE in terms of what candidates are tested on, such as TOEFL and IELTS, there are certain distinct characteristics of PTE that may make it appeal more to certain candidates. The biggest advantage of PTE is the fact that candidates get to know their results within a matter of 5 business days. For people who want their certificates quickly, there is probably no better alternative. Over the course of this guide, candidates will learn about:

Eligibility for PTE Registering for PTE Examination Fees for PTE PTE Test Dates PTE Exam Pattern PTE Scholarships PTE Test Centre Syllabus for PTE PTE Results and Scores

What does the PTE test in candidates? The PTE tests candidates mainly in their abilities in terms of reading, listening, writing and speaking the English language. Every question that candidates face in the examination typically tests a combination of two skills, such as listening and reading or reading and speaking.

How Many Institutes Accept PTE Scores? On an international level, PTE scores are recognized and accepted by more than a thousand educational institutions. There are many aspirants who harbour dreams of shifting to countries such as Australia, Canada, the UK and the USA. For those aspirants, PTE is the ideal examination to attempt. PTE scores are also recognized and accepted by the governments of New Zealand and Australia for issuing visas to students and young professionals.

What Does the PTE Consist Of? The PTE consists of the two following tests: PTE Academic Test PTE General Test These two tests are conducting by the Pearson Language Tests, one of the units of Pearson PLC Group. The PTE Academic Test is conducted throughout the year and is the preferred choice of students interested in taking admission to an institution or university in an English-speaking country. All candidates who appear for this examination are tested on their English listening, reading, speaking and writing skills. The candidates’ scores remain valid for exactly two years from the date of announcement of results. The PTE General Test is conducted three times every year; once in May, once in June, and once in December. This test features only two papers – spoken and written. The scores of this test reflect the level of basic English communicative skills amongst candidates and remain valid for life.PTE Details for Candidates Appearing for the Exam in 2020

Name of the Examination: Pearson Test of English (PTE) Body of Examination Conductor: Pearson PLC Group Official Website: https://pearsonpte.com/ Examination Types: PTE General and PTE Academic Examination Mode: Online Skills Tested: Speaking, Reading, Writing and Listening in English Fees for PTE: INR 13,300 (inclusive of taxes) PTE Helpline: 00080 0440 2020

PTE Eligibility Criteria Absolutely anybody can attempt the PTE, but according to the PTE Academic criteria for eligibility, candidates must be 16 years old. Parental consent forms are also required for appearing students who are below 18.

PTE for Students below 16 Years Old Unfortunately, students below 16 years old have to wait till they turn 16 to appear for the PTE. Until the Pearson LLC Group brings some changes to the rule, it’s unlikely that there will be any likelihood of students below 16 being allowed to appear for the examination. The consent form required for 16 and 17-year-olds can be downloaded from the PTE’s official website.

Minimum Educational Qualification for Appearing in the PTE No educational qualifications are required for the PTE. However, candidates aspiring to appear in the examination are advised to have basic communicative skills in English for passing the PTE General. However, PTE Academic candidates need thorough preparation and must be comfortable at reading, speaking, listening and writing English.

Examination Fees for PTE The basic PTE Academic examination fee is Rs 13,300. However, in case the candidate books a test 48 hours before the intended date of appearance for the test, then the candidate has to pay Rs, 13,965. The extra money is charged as a late booking fee.

PTE Cancellations and Rescheduling PTE allows candidates to cancel their booked examinations or reschedule them as per candidates��� preferences. Candidates may have to cancel their examinations in cases such as medical emergencies, personal issues or professional commitments. For such cases, the cancellation and rescheduling of the examination immensely help candidates. If candidates cancel at least two fortnights before the scheduled date of the examination, then they can also claim full refunds. Candidates who cancel a week before the examination date are eligible for a 50% refund. However, candidates cancelling within a span of 6,5,4,3,2 or 1 days are not eligible for any refunds. Candidates can also reschedule their exams, with those who reschedule a fortnight before the scheduled date of examination having to pay no extra rescheduling fee. However, students rescheduling a week before have to pay 50% of the examination fee, which would be charged by PTE as rescheduling fees.

Registration for PTE in 2020 If candidates are interested in appearing for the PTE in 2020, then candidates need a valid identity proof such as a passport. Candidates can register online for the examination and they would also have to show the furnished ID at the time of registration during the PTE.EXAM PATTERN

The PTE Academic exam pattern consists of three sections:

Reading Section Speaking and Writing Section Listening Section

The basic exam pattern consists of the questions, which students are given the time to read based on the length of the text prompts. Students are given at least 15 seconds to answer every question, which they should use to relax and think about the right answer. Once the 15 seconds are up, candidates have to either write the answers, speak out the answers or choose from options if the questions are multiple-choice based. Let’s now take a look at all three of the sections and what they consist of individually.

Reading Section The duration of the Reading section is from 32 -41 minutes and in this section, candidates are judged on their capabilities of understanding all written instructions, which would be all in English. This section is divided into 5 smaller segments:Pattern of SegmentsDuration (Based on Text Prompt Length) 

Multiple-Choice, Single Answer

300 words

Multiple-Choice, Multiple Answers

300 words

Re-Order Paragraphs

150 words

Reading: Fill in the Blanks

80 words

Reading and Writing: Fill in the Blanks

300 words

Speaking & Writing Candidates will get 77 – 93 minutes to complete this section, which tests candidates based on their skills of writing and speaking in the English language. Six small segments of this section test candidates on speaking in a prompt manner, while the written test involves writing essays based on the topic given to them through the text prompt

Pattern of Segments

Duration

Personal Introduction

Prompt: 25 seconds, Recording: 30 seconds

Read Aloud

Reading out a 60-word text after 30-40 seconds of preparation

Repeat Sentence

Prompt: 3-9 seconds (based on sentence length), Recording: 15 seconds

Describe Image

25 seconds for studying the given image and preparing the response

Re-Tell Lecture

Prompt: 90 seconds, Preparation Time: 10 seconds, Answering Time: 40 seconds

Answer Short Question

Prompt: 3-9 seconds (based on length of the question), Answering Time: 10 seconds

Summarize Written

Text

300-word text prompt, Answering Time: 10 minutes

Essay

2-3 sentences text prompt, Answering Time: 20 minutes

Listening Section Candidates would get 45 – 57 minutes for this section, which involves testing candidates on their ability to understand spoken English. This section involves playing audio to candidates that feature segments of spoken English, for which students are given time to respond. This section is broken into the following eight segments:

Pattern of Segments

Duration

Summarize Spoken Text

Retention Time: 60 – 90 seconds, Spoken Text Length: 50 – 70 words, Writing Time: 10 minutes

Multiple Choice, Multiple Answers

Prompt Time: 40 – 90 seconds

Fill in the Blanks

30 – 60 seconds

Highlight Correct Summary

30 – 90 seconds

Multiple Choice, Single Answers

30 – 60 seconds

Select Missing Word

20 – 70 seconds

Highlight Incorrect Words

15 – 50 seconds

Write from Dictation

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Benefits of study in Estonia | Paid Education

E-stonia: a digital nation

Estonia, or e-Estonia, is one of Europe's most exciting countries for digital natives, tech-savvy entrepreneurs, and ambitious startups. This small nation is regarded by the United Nations, Google, and Forbes among others as a global-leader in human-centric tech and digital innovation. Wired magazine goes even further, describing Estonia as the world's most advanced digital society.

Almost any administrative or bureaucratic task can be done online. That includes starting a new business, which takes less than five minutes. It's one of the main reasons Estonia's startup space is thriving. There are currently 1,200 startups and nine unicorns (startups with a $1 billion valuation) operating in Estonia; that's around seven times more than the European average. Some of Estonia's biggest startup success stories include Skype and Wise, formerly known as Transfer Wise.

It's easier than ever to join Estonia's digital revolution. Back in August 2020, Estonia launched its digital nomad visa scheme. It allows remote workers to live in Estonia and legally work for an employer or their own company registered abroad. Then there's Estonia's e-Residency initiative. It’s a government-issued digital identity and status that provides entrepreneurs access to Estonia's digital markets. With an e-resident identity, entrepreneurs can start and manage a company in Estonia from anywhere in the world, entirely online.

Affordable fees

Tuition fees at Estonian universities are extremely affordable, especially compared to what you could pay in some of the more popular international student destinations. Students at the University of Tallinn, one of Estonia's highest-rated schools and a top 300 globally ranked institution, pay between $1,000 to $2,500 per semester. Tuition fees for international students range from $1,800 to $2,200 per semester for bachelor's degrees and $1,000 to $2,500 per semester for master's. Doctoral degrees are free for all students. Scholarships and additional funding are also available for international students struggling to afford their fees or cost of living.

Some of Estonia's universities are a little more expensive. Fees for medical students at the University of Tartu, Estonia's oldest and highest-ranking school, go up to $13,500 a year. Still, this is markedly cheaper than the fees aspiring doctors pay in the USA, the UK, and Australia.

A student friendly cost of living

Tuition fees aren't the only thing that's affordable about living in Estonia. Business Insider ranked Estonia’s capital Tallinn, as one of the nine cheapest cities to live in Europe. The average cost of student accommodation is around $300 a month. Small single rooms in shared student dorms can cost as little as $100 a month.

You should budget around $200 per month for food, although you can get by on less if you're willing to shop around and make your own lunches and evening meals. If you're eating out, take advantage of the daily student specials. The majority of cafes, and restaurants offer student discounts at certain times. You can usually enjoy a decent meal and drink for $6

Public transport is free in Tallinn for all students. You can also join one of Estonia's bike share schemes. For less than $15 a month, you can use any of the 750 bikes (510 electrical, 240 regular) in 69 stations across the cities. And don't worry if you run out of mobile data and can't afford an instant top-up; there are free Wi-Fi hotspots all around Estonia's major student cities.

Amazing culture

Estonia is an astonishing country to live in," says Kristina, an International Business Administration student at the Estonian Business School in Tallinn. "The summers are stunning. There are seasides, cozy beaches, and charming forests to explore. And there are so many things to do during the day in the city.

Tallinn's stand-out cultural attractions include St. Nicholas Church, a stunning 13th-century landmark exhibiting ecclesiastical art. Students can also visit the Kiek in de Kok, a 15th-century defensive tower, and Tallinn's Gothic Town Hall. The Town Hall was built in the 13th century and has a 64m-high tower offering epic views of the city.

Tallinn's cobblestoned Old Town is the perfect place to grab a coffee or a lunch with your new friends. There are also loads of great bohemian style fashion stores. independent art galleries, and theaters. The nightlife is awesome, too.

Learn in English

The majority of Estonians can speak English at a conversational level, so you won't have any trouble asking for directions or making friends with the locals. All of Estonia's universities offer degrees taught in English. There are over 150 English-taught degree options at graduate, postgraduate, and doctoral levels.

International students can live and study in Estonia without learning the language. However, picking up a few greetings and phrases will be helpful. Don't worry if you struggle at first. Even bilingual students or experienced language learners can have a difficult time understanding the basics. Estonian has 14 noun cases, along with short and long consonants and vowels. There's also no future tense.

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People with disabilities are the largest minority group in the world (United Nations, n.d) and ‘they’re the one group on the planet that anyone could become a part of at any given time,’ (Bell, 2018). Despite this, in Australia, only 1% of LIS jobs are filled by individuals who have disclosed as having a disability (ALIA, 2019). When I entered the LIS workforce in 2015, disability and disability-related issues were rarely spoken about or represented. This silence and invisibility meant I didn’t see myself represented in the profession, nor did I feel like I belonged. Workplace training often focused on disability awareness rather than disability acceptance, and LIS practices and research often neglected disabled voices and perspectives. 

Most of the current literature on disability in librarianship focuses on serving patrons with disabilities (O’Sullivan & Alexander, 2020; Pionke, 2017; Pontoriero & Zippo-Mazur, 2019; Kowalsky & Woodruff, 2017). The experiences of being a disabled library worker are less explored. The exclusion of disabled people in LIS research might be impacted by  the ‘tendency of researchers to prioritize and amplify those with greater institutional power and social capital over the voices of experiences of marginalised people,’ (Gibson, Bowen & Hanson, 2021). Gibson, Bowen & Hanson (2021) and Pionke (2017) found a lack of disabled voice in LIS scholarship, with the literature dominantly exploring how disabled people operated in library spaces or a rise of work focusing on assistive technology. According to Bell (2023a), it is not enough to rely on research if it ‘doesn’t recognise diverse values, perspectives and lived experiences.’ We need to understand the needs and aspirations of all members of our communities and include their voices and perspectives in decision-making processes and library services. This is because libraries serve diverse communities.

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More Designs by Aotearoa Creatives (part 1)

Alexander Muruo – Good Health

Project Description

Research suggests feeling ‘average’ has become the new norm for a huge proportion of the country. The pace of modern life contributes to all sorts of health issues, amplified by the ongoing effects of COVID-19. Working with agency Hello we created a campaign for "GoodHealth" that holds up a mirror to our daily lives and demonstrates the stresses many of us are under. This is a montage of moments from the campaign.

Biography

Alexander Muruo’s work experience includes being a Lead Designer at Disney in Moscow, Russian Federation, Motion Graphics Designer, and Art Director / Motion Designer in BUNKER — Auckland, New Zealand.

Becca Aiken – Wedding Stationery

Project Description

Kristin and Lucy sought a wedding stationery suite that captured their unique story in a non-traditional way. As a couple who value experiences and moments, I identified the theme of international living and travel, brought to life through memories made along the way.

The suite was executed through formats that connected to their lives. With passions and professions in print and design, the visual language and illustrations communicated key milestones in their relationship. Enhancing a minimalist yet detailed approach, technical print production played an essential role in the suite.

Biography

Becca Aiken is a New Zealand illustrator, designer, and brand developer living and creating in Christchurch, NZ. She is inspired by my surroundings and has worked with a range of different clients from personal commissions to larger corporate bespoke pieces. Aiken currently works as a Senior Brand Manager at Giesen Group Limited.

Ben Galbraith – Neptunes Pizzeria

Project Description

Founded in 2020 Neptunes pizzeria is a family run business based in Gisborne, New Zealand. Leah and her team source the best local produce and hand make everything from scratch - this provided a great opportunity to create a bold, crafted and memorable icon, which stands out from the fast food franchises further up the street. Positioned within casting distance from the Fishing Port, the brand takes on a nautical theme with a colour palette inspired by the east coast. The identity centres around a hand drawn Neptune icon rising from the waters of the East Coast with a slice of pizza speared onto his trident. By going against the current Neptunes Pizzeria has developed a cult following of their legendary pizza!

Biography

Ben Galbraith is a designer with over 15 years’ experience. He’s worked for some of the top design studios in the UK, Australia and Singapore. His strength is in storytelling, adding personality, humour, and creating brands that stand out. He loves building new brands from the ground up or helping established brands win new markets and increase sales.

Chris Flack - Optimal Workshop Empathy Engine

Project Description

Optimal Workshop provides usability testing tools and research methods to help researchers, designers and information architects improve the user experience of their products.

A 38-page, A4, printed booklet that helps inspire and engage readers whilst familiarising their quirky, fun brand culture and business ethos.

Biography

Chris Flack was born and raised in Dunedin. During his first year at Otago University he saw a flyer for a graphic design course at the Design & Arts College in Christchurch. This course also offered a scholarship, so he applied and got it. He is currently a design director at Strategy, an independent, strategy, branding and product company, with offices in Auckland, Wellington and Dunedin.

Catherine Marion – European Finches

Biography

Catherine Marion is an artist most known for her intricate botanical patterns & colourful illustrations. Her work aims to reconnect people to nature through colourful & stylistic designs.

Project Description

First started this illustration with a hand drawn sketch then added colours and details to the artwork in Adobe Fresco before creating the final texture in Photoshop.

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9 Top Ranked Universities To Study in Australia 2023

Introduction

Australia’s universities are among the best in the world. In fact, it’s no wonder that many students from other countries choose to study there. But with so many institutions to choose from, just how do you decide which ones are best for you? This list fills that need!

List of Australia's top 9 universities:

1. University of Melbourne

The University of Melbourne is one of the best universities in the world. It is the third-largest university in Australia and the second oldest to be located outside of Sydney.

The university has many notable alumni as well as staff including five Nobel laureates and 19 Rhodes Scholars.

The campus covers an area of 2km2 (0.8 sq mi) with a collection of over 100 buildings located across two main campuses: Parkville and Carlton, both located within the metropolitan area of Melbourne's Inner North district.

[Know More: List of Australian Scholarships for Indian Students]

2. Australian National University

The Australian National University (ANU) is a prestigious university located in Canberra, Australia. It is a public research university that consistently ranks among the top 20 universities worldwide. ANU has the highest ranking for teaching quality in Australia, with graduates earning an average starting salary of $62,000 AUD per year.

The university was founded in 1946 by the Parliament of Australia under its authority to establish "an institution for postgraduate education and research" through its collaboration with other universities such as Harvard University and Oxford University

3. University of Sydney

The University of Sydney is a public university in Australia, located in the city of Sydney.

It is regarded as one of the top universities in Australia and its main campus is ranked among the top 50 most beautiful in the world. The university has 16 faculties and schools, through which it offers undergraduate and graduate degrees.

In 2019-2020, there were 48,880 students enrolled in undergraduate programs at Sydney; this figure includes 31% of international students from over 85 countries around the world.

4. Monash University

Monash University is a public research university based in Melbourne, Australia. It was founded in 1958 and is the second oldest university in that state.

Monash also ranks among the top universities in Australia and the world under 50 years old, according to Times Higher Education World Rankings 2019.

Monash was ranked first among Australian universities for quality of teaching, internationalization and engagement with industry partners by QS World University Rankings 2019.

[Read More: All you need to Know about Study at Monash University]

5. University of Auckland

The University of Auckland is a public research university located in the New Zealand city of Auckland.

It was formed in 1883 as a constituent college of the University of New Zealand and became independent in 1961, adopting its current name upon self-government.

It is the largest university in New Zealand, with more than 100,000 students. It has been ranked among the top 200 universities worldwide by Times Higher Education World University Rankings, QS World University Rankings, and Academic Ranking of World Universities (ARWU).

6. University of Western Australia

The University of Western Australia is ranked in the top 20 universities in the world and top 5 universities in Australia. It was also ranked number 10 for research, teaching and employability.

The university has a strong focus on research-led teaching which means that you will be taught by experts in their field who are actively involved with current research projects at the university.

[Know More: Check your eligibility for Australian universities]

7. University of Queensland (UQ)

The University of Queensland (UQ) is one of the best colleges in Australia, located in Brisbane.

Established in 1909 by an Act of State Parliament, UQ has been ranked as one of the top five universities in Australia and the top 50 universities in the world.

The University offers undergraduate and postgraduate courses across its three campuses: St Lucia Campus; Gatton Campus; and Gardens Point Campus.

8. University of New South Wales (UNSW)

UNSW is one of the top universities in Australia, with over 50,000 students and more than 10,000 international students from over 100 countries. It has been ranked in the top 200 universities in the world by QS World University Rankings and Times Higher Education World University Rankings.

UNSW has seven faculties: Business; Engineering; Environment & Agriculture; Law; Medicine; Science & Medical Biology; Social Sciences & Humanities

9. Macquarie University (MQ)

Macquarie University is a public research university located in Sydney, Australia. Established in 1964, it ranks among the top universities worldwide and has been recognized as one of the world's best 100 institutions for arts & humanities by THES—QS World Rankings.

Macquarie University has two campuses: the Macquarie University Campus located in Sydney's North Shore, which houses all undergraduate programs; and the Macquarie Graduate School of Management (MGSM), located at its namesake, Macquarie Park. MQ also has teaching centers in Dubai and Shanghai, where it offers postgraduate programs through an international partnership with Khalifa University.

Conclusion

All in all, the Australian education system has the best master’s courses. It has a long history and many great universities, both public and private. International students and alumni who study in Australia have numerous chances to live, work, and continue their education there after graduation.

Author Bio:

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Home is pleased to be exhibiting work by Nancy Constandelia in an upcoming group show opening on Wednesday the 19th of July.

Nancy Constandelia is an Australian born Chinese artist. She graduated in 2016 with a Master of Art with Excellence (Painting) from UNSW Art & Design (formerly UNSW College of Fine Arts). She has exhibited in solo and group exhibitions both in Australia and overseas.

Constandelia has been a finalist in various art awards including the Churchie National Emerging Art Prize, the Waverley Art Prize, the Blake Prize, Fisher’s Ghost Art Prize, and the Geelong Contemporary Art Prize. Her work has been featured in various art publications including Artists Profile and Art Collector and was named one of the top 5 favourites by MCA Director & Art Month Board Member Nick Tobias.

In 2019 she was granted a two month Studio Scholarship, by the Art Gallery of NSW, with an artist residency at the prestigious Cite Internationale des Arts in Paris, France. She was also recently chosen for the highly competitive Artist in Residence program at Bundanon for 2023, granted by Bundanon Trust.

Constandelia’s work has been acquired by significant collections both in Australia and internationally.

Pictured is Slow Motion, 2020, acrylic on Italian linen.

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By Alexandra Del Rosario

Attention California kids: Go read, go read, go read, go reeeeaaadd! I’m begging you to get free books because you can.

“Jolene” hitmaker Dolly Parton has partnered with Gov. Gavin Newsom to bring her free books program to children across all 58 counties of California. As part of the partnership announced Tuesday, Parton’s Imagination Library will provide California children younger than 5 with a free book — available in English and Spanish — every month.

Imagination Library currently serves 30 California counties. The newly unveiled expansion is expected to serve the entire state by 2028.

“Today is an amazing milestone for children and families across the state!” Parton said in a news release. “We still have a lot of work to do, but together we can inspire a love of reading in children across California that will last a lifetime.”

Parton launched her Imagination Library in 1995, serving children in Sevier County, Tenn., where she grew up. Through the program, the pop culture legend seeks to foster a passion for reading in preschool-age children.

According to the Imagination Library website, the program quickly gained traction — with one million books mailed out to children by 2003. Imagination Library is in five countries including the United Kingdom, Australia, Canada and Ireland.

Newsom said in Tuesday’s announcement that the singer’s efforts will help broaden “millions of young minds to a world of unlimited possibilities.”

Also known for hits “9 to 5” and “I Will Always Love You,” Parton is known for putting her money where her mouth is.

In 1988, she created the Dollywood Foundation, which initially sought to decrease high school dropout rates through monetary support including scholarships. In 2016, she launched the My People Fund to help Sevier County residents recover from devastating wildfires.

During the heat of the COVID-19 pandemic, Parton donated a large sum to help fund research for vaccines. She was identified as a sponsor of Moderna’s COVID-19 vaccine in 2020.

“I’m just happy that anything I do can help somebody else, and when I donated the money to the COVID fund, I just wanted it to do good, and evidently it is,” she said. “Let’s just hope we find a cure real soon.”

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By Alexandra Del Rosario

Attention California kids: Go read, go read, go read, go reeeeaaadd! I’m begging you to get free books because you can.

“Jolene” hitmaker Dolly Parton has partnered with Gov. Gavin Newsom to bring her free books program to children across all 58 counties of California. As part of the partnership announced Tuesday, Parton’s Imagination Library will provide California children younger than 5 with a free book — available in English and Spanish — every month.

Imagination Library currently serves 30 California counties. The newly unveiled expansion is expected to serve the entire state by 2028.

“Today is an amazing milestone for children and families across the state!” Parton said in a news release. “We still have a lot of work to do, but together we can inspire a love of reading in children across California that will last a lifetime.”

Parton launched her Imagination Library in 1995, serving children in Sevier County, Tenn., where she grew up. Through the program, the pop culture legend seeks to foster a passion for reading in preschool-age children.

According to the Imagination Library website, the program quickly gained traction — with one million books mailed out to children by 2003. Imagination Library is in five countries including the United Kingdom, Australia, Canada and Ireland.

Newsom said in Tuesday’s announcement that the singer’s efforts will help broaden “millions of young minds to a world of unlimited possibilities.”

Also known for hits “9 to 5” and “I Will Always Love You,” Parton is known for putting her money where her mouth is.

In 1988, she created the Dollywood Foundation, which initially sought to decrease high school dropout rates through monetary support including scholarships. In 2016, she launched the My People Fund to help Sevier County residents recover from devastating wildfires.

During the heat of the COVID-19 pandemic, Parton donated a large sum to help fund research for vaccines. She was identified as a sponsor of Moderna’s COVID-19 vaccine in 2020.

“I’m just happy that anything I do can help somebody else, and when I donated the money to the COVID fund, I just wanted it to do good, and evidently it is,” she said. “Let’s just hope we find a cure real soon.”

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Top 10 Countries for International Students in 2023-24

The ever-increasing thirst and hunger for higher education is on a rise. It is expected that the number of students enrolled in higher education worldwide will increase to 262 million by 2025, more than double the current number. The vast majority of this growth is expected to occur in developing countries, with over half in China and India alone. It is also predicted that the number of students seeking to study abroad could increase from 5.6 million in 2020, just before the pandemic struck, to 8 million by 2025. In such a scenario, let’s explore the top countries for international students to target!

Benefits Of Studying Abroad:

There are many advantages when you study abroad , including but not limited to the following.

Exposure to new cultures and ways of life.

Personal growth and development as you learn to navigate unfamiliar surroundings and challenges.

Career opportunities as employers often value the skills and experiences of language proficiency, cross-cultural communication and adaptability.

A global network of contacts and connections from studying in top countries for international students .

Educational enrichment from access to unique educational opportunities like study with leading scholars or participation in research projects.

New language proficiency when you study abroad .

Perspective broadening from better understanding of the different viewpoints and ways of thinking.

Opportunity to make new friends and create lasting memories.

Top 10 Countries for International Students:

International students always seek the best countries for studying abroad and fortunately, there are many diverse destinations to choose from, with options for big cities or small towns, hot or cold climates and more. Despite the wide range of choices, a few countries consistently attract the largest number of international student enrolments. The following is a list of the top 10 countries for international students to study abroad based on factors such as the quality of education, the availability of scholarships and financial aid, the cost of living and the availability of work opportunities for international students. It should be noted however, that this list is subjective and rankings may vary depending on the criteria and sources used.

The United States is a popular destination to study abroad for international students due to its wide range of universities and programs, particularly in fields such as business, technology, and the arts. Known for its world-class universities, cutting-edge research facilities and diverse student body, USA also offers a wide range of cultural & recreational activities and internships.

The United Kingdom is a popular destination to study abroad due to its strong focus on research and academic excellence, particularly in fields such as Law, Business, Health related courses, Economics and Humanities. The country is home to many prestigious universities and has a long tradition of excellence in education. Many institutions offer placement year courses. The opportunity to participate in a diverse range of educational and other activities makes it attractive for international students.

Canada is among the top countries for international students due to its high-quality education and welcoming culture. It is known for its focus on practical skills and hands-on learning and many universities offer experiential learning opportunities — internships, co-op programs, field placements. Canada is also known for its natural beauty and outdoor activities.

Australia is a popular destination to study abroad for international students due to its wide range of universities and programs, with a strong focus on outdoor and experiential learning. The country is known for its high-quality education and research facilities, as well as its diverse range of recreational activities which include visiting breaches and islands to sports and health and wellness activities.

Germany offers affordable education with a strong focus on practical skills and career readiness. Known for high-quality education and research facilities, German universities offer hands-on learning opportunities. Germany also presents the chance to learn German when students study abroad .

New Zealand is a popular destination to study abroad due to its high-quality education and unique cultural experience. The country is known for its focus on sustainability and environmental issues and many universities offer programs and research opportunities related to these topics.

France is the fashion centre of the world and is particularly known for its programs in fields such as art, fashion, and culinary arts, and many universities offer opportunities for practical experience and internships.

Japan possesses an innovative and high-tech education system, with a strong focus on technology and engineering. The country is known for its cutting-edge research facilities and many universities offer opportunities for practical experience and internships. Japan is also home to a unique and rich cultural heritage and many international students seek to learn Japanese.

Netherlands, with its strong focus on research and practical skills, as well as its diverse range of programs and welcoming culture attracts many international students. The country is known for its high-quality education and many universities offer opportunities for practical experience and internships.

Italy has a rich cultural heritage, beautiful historical cities and world-renowned cuisine along with its strong education system. The cost of living in Italy is also relatively low compared to other Western European countries, making it an affordable option. Additionally, the country’s central location in Europe makes it easy for students to travel to other parts of the continent.

While this information is good to whet your appetite, we would recommend that you consult with study abroad consultants Delhi for the most up-to-date information and assistance to achieve your dream education and career.

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