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Media High

by Chris Schwaar

Chris and Jon swap thoughts, opinions and perspectives on the modern media landscape, through discussions on what they've watched each month. Music: https://soundcloud.com/julian_avila

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Episodes

  1. 019: What we watched in February & March, 2022

    Chris and Jon talk through what they watched in March, 2022. From The Batman, to Turning Red, to The Worst Person in the World.

  2. 018: What we watched in January, 2022

    Chris and Jon talk through what they watched in January, 2022. From Licorice Pizza, to The Lost Daughter, to Being the Ricardos.

  3. 017 - the Iron Throne and Robin Arryn

    What is Game of Thrones? Where is Westeros? Should Robin Arryn be ruling the Iron Throne? Hear these questions and more answered today on Media High.

  4. 016 - Books changed Hollywood forever

    Book to movie adaptations are everywhere in Hollywood. Lord of the Rings, Harry Potter, the Godfather and many more dominate the film space, but why? Hear the history and the potential future of movies based on the books and stories we love, today on Media High.

  5. 015 - The Oscars are in trouble...

    The Oscars are facing some serious problems, with no clear picture how to deal with them. Is there something that they can do? Hear the history and the potential future of Hollywood's biggest event, today on Media High.

  6. 014 - The world of commercial advertising

    Today we are talking about commercial advertising and its impact. How long have TV commercials been around? Are they impactful? Will they be around in five years? Hear all this and more from your co-hosts, Jon and Chris.

  7. 013 - The power of nostalgia

    Today we are talking about the awesome power of nostalgia. How is nostalgia used in media? How can it affect us? What will we see as nostalgic in five years? Hear all this and more from your co-hosts, Jon and Chris.

  8. 012 - This didn't exist 20 years ago...

    Today we are talking about the evolution of technology and media. What existed in 1999? What have things changed since then? What will exist in 5 years? Hear all this in more from your co-hosts, Jon and Chris.

  9. 011 - Top picks of 2018

    We're looking at our top picks of 2018. What are the most inspiring YouTube videos? Biggest media letdowns? Best Podcast episodes? Hear all this in more from your co-hosts, Jon and Chris.

  10. 010 - Our creative process

    Today we are diving into our creative process. What inspires us most? What are the hardships of being a creative? What does our creativity look like? Hear all this in more from your co-hosts, Jon and Chris.

  11. 009 - PLOT HOLES

    Today we talk all about movie plot holes. Our favorites? The easiest to fix? The most ridiculous? Hear all this in more from your co-hosts, Jon and Chris.

  12. 008 - The Economy of content

    In this episode of Media High, we are talking all about the business of modern media! How do YouTuber's make money? What are the best types of ads? Hear all this in more from your co-hosts, Jon and Chris, and send us some questions for future episodes!

  13. 007 - News: today, yesterday and tomorrow

    In this episode of Media High, we are talking all about the News! What's the history of broadcast news? How has news changed with the advent of Social Media? Hear all this in more from your co-hosts, Jon and Chris, and send us some questions for future episodes!

  14. 006 - Podcast picks

    In this episode of Media High, we are talking all about Podcasting! What's the history of the podcasting platform? What the podcast essentials to listen to? Hear all this in more from your co-hosts, Jon and Chris, and send us some questions for future episodes!

  15. 005 - World Building and the Frankenworld

    In this episode of Media High, we are talking all about World Building! What is world building? What are good examples of it? How can it be improved? Hear all this in more from your co-hosts, Jon and Chris, and send us some questions for future episodes!

  16. 004 - Superhero Cinema

    In the latest episode of Media High, we are talking Superheroes! Join in on this conversation covering the good and the bad of Marvel, woman in the genre, and the future of superheros everywhere. Follow us Instagram, @mediahigh, to comment your favorite take-away of the episode!

  17. 003 - TV Talk

    In episode 003 of Media High, we are talking TV! Hear our thoughts on the current television landscape, the highest rated shows in history, and of course, the future of Harry Potter's Quidditch on TV. Enjoy! Music: soundcloud.com/julian_avila

  18. 002 - Digital media celebrities

    In episode 002 of Media High, your hosts, Chris Schwaar and Jon Jorgenson are talking about digital media celebrities. How are they different from main-stream celebrities? Why are digital influences so important? Hear all this and more on today's episode, and let us know your thoughts with audio...

  19. 001 - The future of digital streaming

    In episode 001 of Media High, your hosts, Chris Schwaar and Jon Jorgenson are discussing media streaming! From Netflix to YouTube, live streaming to live sports, we're talking about the merits of digital streaming, and where we think it will be 5 years from now. Hear all this and more on today's...

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Chris and Jon swap thoughts, opinions and perspectives on the modern media landscape, through discussions on what they've watched each month. Music: https://soundcloud.com/julian_avila

HOSTED BY

Chris Schwaar

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many episodes does Media High have?

Media High currently has 19 episodes available on PodParley. New episodes are automatically indexed when they're published to the podcast feed.

What is Media High about?

Chris and Jon swap thoughts, opinions and perspectives on the modern media landscape, through discussions on what they've watched each month. Music: https://soundcloud.com/julian_avila

How often does Media High release new episodes?

Media High has 19 episodes. Check the episode list to see recent publication dates and frequency.

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Who hosts Media High?

Media High is created and hosted by Chris Schwaar.
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