MACS Chats

Nathan is gonna chud out today about Rolling loud and Pokemon and the boys and not be happy about a bad man named D4VDMACS Chats is a casual conversational podcast produced by the Monash University Media and Communication Society, exploring the media topics and issues that students are passionate about.The Media and Communication Society (MACS) is an academic club based at Monash University striving to support students in connecting and developing academic and professional skills that will help them thrive. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monashmacs/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/monashMACSTik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@monashmacs 

In Episode 7, Jo discusses the latest fashion trends, what style means in 2026 (+ who inspires the clothing world), and that Birks should not be worn with socks :(Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monashmacs/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/monashMACSTik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@monashmacsThis podcast was recorded and produced in the Monash Media Lab Radio Studio.Music by AudioCoffeeHost: @jc_nguyennnn

Join Melissa and Nathan respond to YOUR prompts and hear how important music is in our lives! Thank you for all the submissions and we hope to keep hearing from you guys!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monashmacs/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/monashMACSTik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@monashmacsThis podcast was recorded and produced in the Monash Media Lab Radio Studio.Music by AudioCoffeeHosts: @melissavchan @eatmyonions9

Don’t ever let me sit in editing room 2 by myself ever again. It feels like the backrooms.But in this episode, we learn a lot about Anthea’s current mental state and why it’s not great…or fine…or great actually! Who knowInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/monashmacs/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/monashMACSTik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@monashmacsThis podcast was recorded and produced in the Monash Media Lab Radio Studio.Music by AudioCoffeeHosts: @antheabernabe

MACS Chats is a casual conversational podcast produced by the Monash University Media and Communication Society, exploring the media topics and issues that students are passionate about.The Media and Communication Society (MACS) is an academic club based at Monash University striving to support students in connecting and developing academic and professional skills that will help them thrive. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monashmacs/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/monashMACSTik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@monashmacs I hope you enjoy

In this episode, Jo, Luca and Angelique unpack the craziness of modern love, what it means to be in a situationship and... is it ever casual? As always, dms are open !Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monashmacs/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/monashMACS Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@monashmacs This podcast was recorded and produced in the Monash Media Lab Radio Studio. Music by AudioCoffeeHost: @jc_nguyennnn

Welcome back to the MACS Receipts segment hosted by Mel <3, appreciate all the responses and much love for future entries… and updates… as always, our DMs are always open :))Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monashmacs/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/monashMACSTik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@monashmacsThis podcast was recorded and produced in the Monash Media Lab Radio Studio.Music by AudioCoffeeHosts: @melissavchan @eatmyonions9 @jc_nguyennnn

6 weeks late, a new room, and two new hosts….oh we are so back!!!Welcome back to season 8 of MACS Chats! As per usual, this first episode is just a little conversation between all of us, what we’ve been consuming this past summer and generally what’s been on our minds.Give our new officers some love! As always, our dms are always open<33Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monashmacs/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/monashMACSTik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@monashmacsThis podcast was recorded and produced in the Monash Media Lab Radio Studio.Music by AudioCoffeeHosts: @antheabernabe  @melissavchan @eatmyonions9 @jc_nguyennnn

Welcome to the final episode for the year! It's been a great season of laughs and overall vibes :) In this episode we hear from our very own MACS Chats audience and hear what we like/don't like about the current pop culture scape. Tune in for Ryan Reynolds hating! (half joking) Thank you to everyone who submitted their answers to the podcast...Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monashmacs/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/monashMACSTik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@monashmacsThis podcast was recorded and produced in the Monash Media Lab Radio Studio.Music by AudioCoffeeHosts: @melissavchan @remme_mason @antheabernabe

Coming to the end of a jam packed semester, a media recap is overdue. In this week’s episode the MACS podcast team recap how their semester went. Talking all things media including what they liked and didn't like, any must watch recommendations, and what they look forward to over the break. Think youtube rewind meets MACS. Thanks for a wonderful semester! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monashmacs/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/monashMACSTik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@monashmacsThis podcast was recorded and produced in the Monash Media Lab Radio Studio.Music by AudioCoffeeHosts: @remme_mason @antheabernabe  @melissavchan

Ever gotten completely lost in a story-driven game or spent way too many hours building your perfect virtual life? Yeah, us too. ** APOLOGIES FOR THE AUDIO ISSUES the mics did their own thingThis week, we're talking all about visual novels and life simulation games — the cozy, emotional, and sometimes chaotic genres that let you date furniture, monsters, or just vibes with your favourite NPCs.Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monashmacs/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/monashMACS Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@monashmacs This podcast was recorded and produced in the Monash Media Lab Radio Studio.Music by AudioCoffeeHosts: @melissavchan @romanosparas @reneepirdis @dandinh2006

Anthea lost her wisdom teeth and then proceeded to spend an egregious amount of time on social media. In this episode, she reflects on her time spent there, how beneficial it has been for her and what she hopes to change in her mindset regarding growth and acceptance!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monashmacs/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/monashMACSTik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@monashmacsThis podcast was recorded and produced in the Monash Media Lab Radio Studio.Music by AudioCoffeeHosts: @antheabernabe

If it's no longer BRAT summer, what summer is it?? With so much audio media being published and so many new artists emerging, it can be challenging to stay on top of things.In this episode we deep dive into all things audio, from media outlets to the rise of pop princesses, we discuss what quality audio really means to us.  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monashmacs/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/monashMACSTik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@monashmacsThis podcast was recorded and produced in the Monash Media Lab Radio Studio.Music by AudioCoffeeHosts: @remme_mason @steph_ness06

Why do we always love enemies-to-lovers, fake dating, and miscommunication stories? In this episode, we unpack the fanfic tropes that keep us on the edge... and why they hit so hard. Perfect for fans, writers, and anyone who can’t get enough of a good angry love confession in the rain :3Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monashmacs/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/monashMACSTik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@monashmacsThis podcast was recorded and produced in the Monash Media Lab Radio Studio.Music by AudioCoffeeHosts: @melissavchan @marsyaqzxc @4r111n4

Welcome to our new segment, MACS Receipts, where we get our listeners to share their experiences and stories. Sort of like Reddit Story reviews.In this episode, we discussed your obsessions over fictional characters and how elaborate these obsessions became!Thanks so much to the people who submitted their experiences! Can’t wait to do more of these :)Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monashmacs/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/monashMACSTik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@monashmacsThis podcast was recorded and produced in the Monash Media Lab Radio Studio.Music by AudioCoffeeHosts: @antheabernabe @melissavchan

In a world of so much media constantly being published, there can be some pretty terrible entertainment released. Ever watched something you simply hate? Well in this episode we dive into every trend, song, movie and tv show that we absolutely hate. Giving you some major recommendations of some things you should painfully just avoid. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monashmacs/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/monashMACSTik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@monashmacsThis podcast was recorded and produced in the Monash Media Lab Radio Studio.Music by AudioCoffeeHosts: @remme_mason @allyse.park @ethanrpate

We’re exposing the funniest, weirdest, and most horrifying stories from Hinge and our personal DMs. From cringe pickup lines to unhinged messages and first-date fails, nothing is off-limits in this episodeTune in for the spice… and everything nice. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monashmacs/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/monashMACSTik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@monashmacsThis podcast was recorded and produced in the Monash Media Lab Radio Studio.Music by AudioCoffeeHosts: @melissavchan @siennagood06 @nataliepirdis @keeshatucker_ 

Want to be in the know of everything lined up for MACS? From planning to chaos, hear how all your favourite events come to life. This one was a long time coming. Welcome back to another episode of meeting the MACS committee. This episode we are joined by the brilliant minds of our events team. We talk all things events whilst getting real political. So tune on in and meet some wonderful girls. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monashmacs/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/monashMACSTik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@monashmacsThis podcast was recorded and produced in the Monash Media Lab Radio Studio.Music by AudioCoffeeHosts: @remme_mason @caitlynluiza_ @aaizamoh 

BEHOLD the brains and charm behind our sponsorship efforts and the team that keeps MACS’ collaborations and our events shining!We talk about their journey in MACS and the ins and outs of ACTUALLY getting sponsors, plus some rants about good makeup we all love using. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monashmacs/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/monashMACSTik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@monashmacsThis podcast was recorded and produced in the Monash Media Lab Radio Studio.Music by AudioCoffeeHosts: @melissavchan @elsie_jxn3 @rainaaaaa._.r @joyce.kwan_

You know all those photos you see on the Instagram account. Well, now you get to hear the voices behind the camera! And you might want to turn your volume down for this one…Talking mostly about The Summer I Turned Pretty and Love Island (a lot of Love Island…), we deep dive into these things!Hope you have some laughs with us :)) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monashmacs/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/monashMACSTik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@monashmacsThis podcast was recorded and produced in the Monash Media Lab Radio Studio.Music by AudioCoffeeHosts: @antheabernabe  @imanception @salma.trisy @nicolenavarro_

Meet The Design Team! | MACS Chats S7 Ep4Melissa sits down with the whimsical minds behind the Monash MACS Design Team. From bold branding choices to the little details that make our visuals pop, they share their thoughts, inspirations, and biggest design DOs and DON'Ts.Whether you’re a design enthusiast, a student looking to get involved, or just curious about the people who make MACS look so good, this episode is full of insights, laughs, and maybe a few spicy design debates.Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monashmacs/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/monashMACSTik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@monashmacsThis podcast was recorded and produced in the Monash Media Lab Radio Studio.Music by AudioCoffeeHosts: @melissavchan @yamburgerz @abelmrk @janeesiew_

Who are the creative minds that run our social teams? Welcome back to another episode of meeting the MACS committee. This episode we are talking to our marketing team. We talk about all things media whilst trying not to talk over one another. Audio warning, this episode got too crazy. Sorry if you can’t hear us or we talk to loud (whoops). Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monashmacs/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/monashMACSTik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@monashmacsThis podcast was recorded and produced in the Monash Media Lab Radio Studio.Music by AudioCoffeeHosts: @remme_mason @mvrileigh @oneli_hewawithana_ @marsyaqzxc @justine_cjoneli

Who are the people who help run our club? Who keep us in business and help us grow?For this season, we are starting a new segment where we are talking to each MACS division and learning their interesting, funny, and questionable media habits!Join us in our first episode by welcoming our executive team and letting them be in the spotlight :)) THERE MIGHT BE SOME SPOILERS…Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monashmacs/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/monashMACSTik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@monashmacsThis podcast was recorded and produced in the Monash Media Lab Radio Studio.Music by AudioCoffeeHosts: @antheabernabe  @rasheema_iday @luciahodgman @mythileee_

It’s been two months of this beloved podcast and so much has changed… Not really, but we are welcoming a new podcast officer Remme! Join us for the next hour where we say a whole lot of nothing! Hope you enjoy :)Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monashmacs/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/monashMACSTik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@monashmacsThis podcast was recorded and produced in the Monash Media Lab Radio Studio.Music by AudioCoffeeHosts: @antheabernabe  @melissavchan @remme_mason

Join Melissa and Jeoff as they reminisce on both the good and bad of being the weird kids in high school, versus the uni life they have now. We explore the messy, weird, beautiful, and often hilarious realities of growing up that Hollywood tends to skip. No perfect formal nights, no dramatic slow-motion moments—just raw conversations, embarrassing but funny stories, and the moments that shaped who we became.Form: https://forms.gle/GTDGp49Jfpq4KfW68Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monashmacs/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/monashMACSTik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@monashmacsMusic by AudioCoffeeHosts: @melissavchan @takoyaki0981

Why do we never think about plays when talking about media? Or musicals? Or dance? We always forget what came before us. In this episode, we begin to talk about everything that stands out to us from the physical media realm.Join Anthea, Marileigh, and Salma for this episode where they talk about their favourite musicals, their relationship with books, and the theatre scene here in Melbourne!Form: ⁠https://forms.gle/GTDGp49Jfpq4KfW68⁠Instagram:⁠ https://www.instagram.com/monashmacs/⁠Facebook:⁠ https://www.facebook.com/monashMACS⁠Tik Tok:⁠ https://www.tiktok.com/@monashmacs⁠Music by AudioCoffeeHosts: @antheabernabe @mvrileigh @moontsyy

Do you feel pressure even when you're trying to better yourself? In this episode, Melissa and Jaye share their sadness, heartbreak, manifestations and more importantly - unpack the misconceptions about self-improvement on the internet.Tune it whether it's to relate, laugh or you just want some conversation playing in the background.Form: ⁠https://forms.gle/GTDGp49Jfpq4KfW68⁠Instagram:⁠ https://www.instagram.com/monashmacs/⁠Facebook:⁠ https://www.facebook.com/monashMACS⁠Tik Tok:⁠ https://www.tiktok.com/@monashmacs⁠Music by AudioCoffeeHosts: @melissavchan @j.sun0333

MACS Chat covers new ground this episode talking with Yasmin from the Monash University Student Theatre on how dance performance and performers can leverage digital media.Yasmin is co-director of MUST’s 2024 contemporary dance work ‘Chrysalis’, and shares some great insights not only on using media to promote your dance, but to get the most out of your time at university. Form: https://forms.gle/GTDGp49Jfpq4KfW68Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monashmacs/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/monashMACSTik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@monashmacsMusic by AudioCoffeeHosts: @jade_mccurrach @yasmine.bouzas @musttheatre

Anthea crashes out this episode. That’s really it. She talks about the books she’s been reading, the much needed mid-sem break, and her thankfulness for being surrounded by lots of love and care. She also says a whole lot of nothing! Also the mic was weird this episode so let’s all ignore that please!!!!Form: https://forms.gle/GTDGp49Jfpq4KfW68Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monashmacs/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/monashMACSTik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@monashmacsMusic by AudioCoffeeHosts: @antheabernabe

Is ASMR Weird Or Soothing? | MACS Chats S6 EP7Whispers, tapping, crinkling… soothing bliss or straight-up weird? In this episode of MACS Chats, we dig into why ASMR gives some people chills or gives others the ick.Join Melissa’s first episode with Christaan and Gemma! Plug in your headphones and get ready to tingle (or cringe) — we’re diving headfirst into the world of ASMR!Form: https://forms.gle/GTDGp49Jfpq4KfW68Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monashmacs/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/monashMACSTik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@monashmacsMusic by AudioCoffeeHosts: @melissavchan @christaan_ithink @gemmacoleyy

Collaborative Instagram bucket lists, daily whatsapp calls to family, and chatroom movie nights have all helped these students stay connected to home during their move to Australia. Join Noopur, Shreeja, Simran as they talk about their experience moving to Australia and how the media has helped them make the transition. Form: https://forms.gle/GTDGp49Jfpq4KfW68Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monashmacs/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/monashMACSTik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@monashmacsMusic by AudioCoffeeHosts: @jade_mccurrach @shreeja_swamy04 @noopurrr.modiii @ simrannn___.__

Time and time again, we say that music just doesn’t hit the same as it did in the early 2000s. Is it due to nostalgia or is today’s music scene just not doing it right???Join Anthea, Anna, and Dylan talk about their experiences with music when they were younger, some controversial takes, and even some recs!Form: https://forms.gle/GTDGp49Jfpq4KfW68Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monashmacs/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/monashMACSTik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@monashmacsMusic by AudioCoffeeHosts: @antheabernabe @annaandrassi @higharenji

Everyone has that one piece of media they’ve watched too many times, and whose greatness no one else seems to get. Join Jade, Anthea and our new podcast officer Melissa, as they dive deep into the media everyone else says is horrible but they love. Form: https://forms.gle/GTDGp49Jfpq4KfW68Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monashmacs/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/monashMACSTik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@monashmacsMusic by AudioCoffeeHosts: @jade_mccurrach @antheabernabe @melissavchan

Join Jade, Anthea and Yamca as they break in the new semester by discussing all the movies they watched during the uni summer break.Form: https://forms.gle/GTDGp49Jfpq4KfW68Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monashmacs/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/monashMACSTik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@monashmacsMusic by AudioCoffeeHosts: @jade_mccurrach @antheabernabe @yamburgerz

Because I’m sure we all missed listening to Anthea ramble on for an hour long…Anthea is back with MACS Chats Touches Grass (but she’s inside today because the weather was not on her side)! She spends her hours talking about books, her summer break, and the new podcasting equipment Monash has given us (I swear it sounds more interesting than it seems).Form: https://forms.gle/GTDGp49Jfpq4KfW68Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monashmacs/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/monashMACSTik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@monashmacsMusic by AudioCoffeeHosts: @antheabernabe

We tried something a little bit different to kick off season 6.Join Jade and Anthea, as they overcome any last dregs of embarrassment to record a podcast coming straight from Caulfield’s 2025 O-Fest. Listen to some of Caulfield campus’ media recommendations and controversial media takes. A special thanks to all those who jumped on the podcast.Form: https://forms.gle/GTDGp49Jfpq4KfW68Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monashmacs/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/monashMACSTik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@monashmacsMusic by AudioCoffeeHosts: @jade_mccurrach @antheabernabe

This week Jade, Alyssa and Marileigh deep dive into the at times problematic BookTok to ask whether it's worth it.  On the way, we talk fan fiction, e-readers, our favourite ways to find new books and if we even have the attention span for reading any more?! Form: ⁠https://forms.gle/GTDGp49Jfpq4KfW68⁠ Instagram:⁠ https://www.instagram.com/monashmacs/⁠ Facebook:⁠ https://www.facebook.com/monashMACS⁠ Tik Tok:⁠ https://www.tiktok.com/@monashmacs⁠ This podcast was recorded and produced in the Monash Media Lab Radio Studio. Music by AudioCoffee Hosts: @jade_mccurrach @alyssalim__ @mvrileigh

A new segment of MACS Chats just arrived, and you guys are the first to hear about it! Join Anthea in their new segment reflecting on what on the internet is getting her angry (or excited ;)). This week, they cover the ins and outs of media and her most listened-to music!  Form: ⁠https://forms.gle/GTDGp49Jfpq4KfW68⁠ Instagram:⁠ https://www.instagram.com/monashmacs/⁠ Facebook:⁠ https://www.facebook.com/monashMACS⁠ Tik Tok:⁠ https://www.tiktok.com/@monashmacs⁠ This podcast was recorded and produced in the Monash Media Lab Radio Studio. Music by AudioCoffee Host: @antheabernabe

This week Jade, Shau and Yamca reminisce over their favourite indie games, get excited for games coming out next, and discuss what exactly makes an indie game grab our attention.  Form: ⁠https://forms.gle/GTDGp49Jfpq4KfW68⁠ Instagram:⁠ https://www.instagram.com/monashmacs/⁠ Facebook:⁠ https://www.facebook.com/monashMACS⁠ Tik Tok:⁠ https://www.tiktok.com/@monashmacs⁠ This podcast was recorded and produced in the Monash Media Lab Radio Studio. Music by AudioCoffee Hosts: @jade_mccurrach @shauranaeem @yamburgerz

How much time do you typically spend on TikTok every day? 30 minutes? An hour? Is it a shameful time? Do you actively pay attention to what you’re consuming? For this week's episode, come join Anthea, Godwin, Nadine, and Salma to discuss their TikTok (and other media) habits, which can maybe make you feel better about yourself! Form: ⁠https://forms.gle/GTDGp49Jfpq4KfW68⁠ Instagram:⁠ https://www.instagram.com/monashmacs/⁠ Facebook:⁠ https://www.facebook.com/monashMACS⁠ Tik Tok:⁠ https://www.tiktok.com/@monashmacs⁠ Hosts: @antheabernabe @godxoppa @nadinemakayla @salma.trisy This podcast was recorded and produced in the Monash Media Lab Radio Studio. Music by AudioCoffee

Join Jade, Amogh and Eleanor as they reminisce about their favour moments from the 2024 Paris Olympics! From nail-biting competition and controversies to Snoop Dog fit-checks and our favourite memes. You might come away with some new highlights to go checkout! Or just be able to laugh at Jade butcher names for 50 minutes.Form: ⁠https://forms.gle/GTDGp49Jfpq4KfW68⁠ Instagram:⁠ https://www.instagram.com/monashmacs/⁠ Facebook:⁠ https://www.facebook.com/monashMACS⁠ Tik Tok:⁠ https://www.tiktok.com/@monashmacs⁠ This podcast was recorded and produced in the Monash Media Lab Radio Studio.

Join Leo and Alyssa as they dive deep into the vibrant world of Manhwa! In this episode, they share their experiences and thoughts on this unique Korean media form, exploring how it's taken the global scene by storm. Expect some classic Manhwa references, light spoilers, and quirky discussion about how Manhwa is carving out its own space in the world of comics.  Get ready for some solo-listening!! Form: ⁠https://forms.gle/GTDGp49Jfpq4KfW68⁠ Instagram:⁠ https://www.instagram.com/monashmacs/⁠ Facebook:⁠ https://www.facebook.com/monashMACS⁠ Tik Tok:⁠ https://www.tiktok.com/@monashmacs⁠ This podcast was recorded and produced in the Monash Media Lab Radio Studio.

True crime, crime shows, crime podcasts, crime YouTube channels, the list goes on and on. With the popularity of the genre growing, we have to consider whether it's slightly exploitative or not. Come join Anthea, Kinanti, and Viji in discussing the ethics of the genre in different medias and cultures, some of our recommendations, and a hot take…or two! Form: https://forms.gle/GTDGp49Jfpq4KfW68 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monashmacs/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/monashMACS Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@monashmacs This podcast was recorded and produced in the Monash Media Lab Radio Studio. Music by AudioCoffee Hosts: @antheabernabe @sekarrkinantii @_viji_

Join Leo, Ali , Theo and Rachel as they nerd out over anime, their experiences and perceptions with it, and how anime has blended in with the mainstream Be ready for some real OG anime references, some light spoilers and a lot of fun to lighten up your day There once was a man named Gold Roger.... Form: https://forms.gle/GTDGp49Jfpq4KfW68 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monashmacs/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/monashMACS Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@monashmacs This podcast was recorded and produced in the Monash Media Lab Radio Studio. Hosts: @ila_u3 @simplyleo15 @austiniyoo @rach.dang

As Melbourne gets colder and the uni stress ramps back up, we look towards the books games and TV shows that remind us of simpler times. Join your season 5 podcast team, Jade, Leo and Anthea, as they explore their favourite comfort media, why they keep coming back, and what our favourite tropes might say about us! Form: https://forms.gle/GTDGp49Jfpq4KfW68 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monashmacs/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/monashMACS Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@monashmacs This podcast was recorded and produced in the Monash Media Lab Radio Studio. Music by AudioCoffee Hosts: @jade_mccurrach @simplyleo15 @antheabernabe

In this episode of MACS Chats, Leo, and Chloe are deep diving nto the world of fitness social media. We’ll chat about six packs, big butts, jacked ed sheeran lookalikes and more! Reflecting on hidden steroid use, commercialisation and east/west divides, but also how fitness social media still manages to inspire us despite it all. So come grab your headphones and join us for a somewhat serious discussion on what goes on in the fitness social media world!. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monashmacs/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/monashMACS Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@monashmacs Google Form to be a guest on MACS Chats: https://forms.gle/r17isMh73BDnXHLv9  This podcast was recorded and produced in the Monash Media Lab Radio Studio. Music by AudioCoffee  Hosts @simplyleo15, @cuhhloek

This week we talk everything wearable tech and whether they make us feel more or less connected. We discuss the social pressure to get AirPods, whether someone never disconnects from their Apple Watch, and if we’re ready and waiting to block out the real world with a VR headset.  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monashmacs/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/monashMACS Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@monashmacs Google Form to be a guest on MACS Chats: https://forms.gle/r17isMh73BDnXHLv9  This podcast was recorded and produced in the Monash Media Lab Radio Studio. Music by AudioCoffee Hosts: @jade_mccurrach @godwinmatira @alyssalim__ @mvrileigh

In this week's episode of MACS Chats, we explore the idea of media privacy and its decline due to fan entitlement, social status, and the growing need to know everything about everyone. From educating Han Soo about the Kate Middleton situation to discussing Lil Tay's comeback career, we learn more about how privacy could be more attainable. So get comfy and listen to us unravel some contemporary media issues.  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monashmacs/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/monashMACS Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@monashmacs Google Form to be a guest on MACS Chats: https://forms.gle/r17isMh73BDnXHLv9  This podcast was recorded and produced in the Monash Media Lab Radio Studio. Music by AudioCoffee Hosts: @antheabernabe @lolanotchill @jade_mccurrach @jake.yoo123

No one learnt more than Han Soo this episode (he didn't know what Duolingo was). Tune in to find some new apps you didn't know you needed, to hear about Jade’s mission to own the worst smartphone possible, and to get some advice on which apps to avoid! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monashmacs/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/monashMACS Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@monashmacs Google Form to be a guest on MACS Chats: https://forms.gle/r17isMh73BDnXHLv9  This podcast was recorded and produced in the Monash Media Lab Radio Studio. Music by AudioCoffee Hosts: @lolanotchill @jade_mccurrach @jake.yoo123 @ridawww

In this episode of MACS Chats, Leo, Hilma and Dylan are digging into the wild world of dating apps. We'll chat about how they're different in different places, from your backyard to abroad, and how they've turned dating into a bit of a game and how people try to beat the game. Is it all worth it? Let's talk about whether swiping left and right is still the way to find love in today's digital jungle. So grab your headphones and join us for a laid-back chat about the highs and lows of swiping culture. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monashmacs/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/monashMACS Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@monashmacs Google Form to be a guest on MACS Chats: https://forms.gle/r17isMh73BDnXHLv9  This podcast was recorded and produced in the Monash Media Lab Radio Studio. Music by AudioCoffee Host: @simplyleo15