Katie Marchbank
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Just trying to take down the patriarchy while playing video games and eating too much pasta.
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Best PlayStation 4 Adventure Games to Play
I'm a big fan of the adventure genre. While there's nothing wrong with a good FPS or other combat-oriented game, something about the narrative-heavy adventure genre has stuck with me throughout the years. The genre was popular when I was a kid, then sort of died out for a while; in the early 2010s though, the genre saw a resurgence with the release of Telltale's The Walking Dead series. And now, as an adult, I want to go on some more adventures that still manage to capture my attention. That's where the best PlayStation 4 adventure games come in. While this graphically impressive console has more video games than I know what to do with, the adventure genre can fall into the background behind some of the more popular genres like RPGs. Have no fear, however, I'm here to make sure these great games get the spotlight they deserve.
By Katie Marchbank6 years ago in Gamers
- Top Story - December 2017
Best Nintendo Switch Games of 2017Top Story - December 2017
Revealed in November of 2016, the Nintendo Switch released early this year in March to critical acclaim. It's the amazing handheld-home console hybrid that has been sweeping the nation. While in the beginning it was super difficult to find due to the unexpected demand, now Nintendo Switches are relatively easy to find. It's the perfect time of year to get yourself or a loved one this console, but which games should you get to accompany it? Well, no worries, we've got a list of the best Nintendo Switch games of 2017 for your playing pleasure.
By Katie Marchbank6 years ago in Gamers
Dear Donald, We Will Stop You
"I wonder what would happen if Trump actually did become President. Is that fucked up to think about?" Yes, past Katie, it was fucked up to think about. You were so damn sure of Hillary's presidency that you didn't even think about the consequences of your thought. Obviously, your thought caused Trump to win the presidency. You failed the nation.
By Katie Marchbank6 years ago in The Swamp
Best Alcoholic Cupcake Bakeries in NYC
If you had to choose between alcohol and cupcakes, which would you pick? Wait... why do you need to choose? Don't, because the newest craze that's sweeping the nation is alcoholic cupcakes. For those with a sweet tooth and a need for booze, these shops have you covered—and there's no better place to check out new trends than our favorite Big Apple, New York City. It can be difficult when you're just checking out this trend to know where to go, though. Fortunately for you, we've compiled a list of the best alcoholic cupcake bakeries in NYC to help you figure out where to get your next sugar-filled buzz.
By Katie Marchbank7 years ago in Proof
- Top Story - September 2017
DIY Home Upgrades That Cost Less Than $100Top Story - September 2017
Pinterest has become infamous for starting a huge trend in DIY home upgrades - many of which might require you to have professional-level skills to do. If you're good at what you do, and don't mind shelling out a ton of money, those Pinterest-style DIY home upgrades and projects can be worth sharing and photographing.
By Katie Marchbank7 years ago in Lifehack
Dear Theresa, Who Are You?
I'm not from the UK or even Europe at all. I live here in grand ol' America (sarcasm emphasis on grand), though I do come from Europe (born, but not raised, in Moscow, Russia). I've heard a lot about you, both from the other Dear Theresa pieces on this site and in the news. I kind of know what Brexit is, and I know that most people who believe in the same things as me don't like it.
By Katie Marchbank7 years ago in The Swamp
- Top Story - August 2017
10 Ways to Protect Your Bodily AutonomyTop Story - August 2017
People seem to be obsessed with taking away a woman's bodily autonomy. It's why there's a war on abortion, why many pharmacists refuse to hand over birth control, and why doctors might even lie about services they perform.
By Katie Marchbank7 years ago in Viva
Best Ray Bradbury Books
If you didn't have to read one of Ray Bradbury's books in high school, who were you? Whether it was in an English class or for summer reading, most students have had to pick up one of this author's novels. The best part is that unlike a lot of required reading, a lot of students end up actually enjoyingRay Bradbury's work. His writing spans multiple genres, including fantasy, science fiction, horror, and mystery. His pieces are also well known for having impactful social commentary. If you'd like to get yourself into his work, here's a list of the best Ray Bradbury books to help get you started.
By Katie Marchbank7 years ago in Futurism
Empowering Movie Characters Who Are the Only Child
People always talk about empowering movie characters, and how, when growing up, it's important to have a healthy diet of fictional role models to inspire one to greatness. They often talk about feminist role models in this frame of reference, talking about characters who can empower young girls.
By Katie Marchbank7 years ago in Families
Best Video Games Never Made
When people think of the best video games never made, very often we look to the distant past, at big studio games that had displayed such potential, only for development to be canceled. Anything can go wrong with making a game. Gamers never really seem to realize how much blood, sweat, and tears go into making video games, and all it takes is one studio exec to kill it all mid-production.
By Katie Marchbank7 years ago in Gamers
- Top Story - July 2017
10 Cat Instagrams You Must FollowTop Story - July 2017
The internet adores cats–that much is obvious to any human being who has ever been on Instagram. The website is full of adorable pages full of pet cats hopping and lazing through life, looking cute and precious the whole way through. Or cool and mysterious. Whatever the case may be–or whatever your preference be–there is a plethora of cat pages, too many for one person to go through in one lifetime. Allow us to make things easier for you. Here are ten essential cat Instagrams that you would be a fool not to follow.
By Katie Marchbank7 years ago in Petlife
- Top Story - July 2017
Best Michael Jackson 'Thriller' SongsTop Story - July 2017
Michael Jackson, also known as MJ and the King of Pop, was an iconic star in pop culture throughout his life. He began in a band with his older brothers known as the Jackson 5 but quickly moved on to a long solo career which landed him countless awards. His album, Thriller, is still the best-selling album of all time to this day. The intense popularity of this album was not only a musical and cultural phenomenon but very important because its success helped to pave the way for other Black artists. He was one of the first popular Black artists to consistently air music videos on MTV. It's nearly impossible to go through life without knowing the chorus by heart to at least one of his songs, especially off of this album. But if you're wondering which of the songs on this album are the top of the top, here are the best Michael Jackson Thriller songs ever recorded.
By Katie Marchbank7 years ago in Beat