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Flashback: Arthur was a gift we didn't deserve

But there is so much more to Arthur than meme-ability. While that certainly adds to the show’s appeal, there’s much within the content of the show itself that we all should stop and appreciate for a moment.


NA LCS 2018 Spring Split Week 2: Crazy like an Echo Fox

Rick Fox has managed to pull together a roster that not only seems to gel together well as a unit, have good communication, high class talent, and a great team environment. Echo Fox is finally winning games consistently, which is great, but what matters is that they aren’t just winning.



Ball State hosts teams competing in Global Game Jam 2018

Last weekend marked Ball State’s 2nd annual participation in the Global Game Jam event, which sees contestants attempt to create a stand-alone game in just 48 hours. We (Eben Griger and Nolan Leahy) had a chance to playtest some of the final products and talk to some of those involved.  


The Coven S4E1: Coven Covers Cringe

We’re back witches! This week on The Coven we are discussing the world of cringe. What is cringe? Why do we cringe? Is the consumption of cringe compilations considered bullying? All of these topics will be discussed on this week’s episode along with much more!