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The Yarn

The Yarn

By: Centre for Advancing Journalism
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The Yarn is a podcast showcasing work from The Centre for Advancing Journalism at the University of Melbourne. It features original reporting by students, content from The Citizen publication, as well as talks and events held by the Centre.

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  • Distraction: Game On Or Game Over

    Distraction: Game On Or Game Over
    Aug 26 2025

    Whether powered by pixels or pure imagination, gaming offers players a way to forget the outside world. But when the stakes become real, is it really just a game?

    This week on The Yarn, we’re bringing you stories about the comforts and consequences of gaming, how it helps some players cope, and how it can leave others more drained than when they logged in.

    Featuring stories by Dylan Claringbold, Olivia Tan, and Bobbi Hewitt.

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    17 mins
  • Distraction: Escapism

    Distraction: Escapism
    Aug 19 2025

    For the third episode of Distraction, we explore the psychological benefits of hobbies — and investigate whether leisure time is divided equally.

    Featuring stories produced by Elliot Rodriguez, Molly Frew, James Worsfold, and Sarah Jensz.

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    23 mins
  • Distraction: Tech Overload

    Distraction: Tech Overload
    Aug 5 2025

    They say that if something is free online, then you’re the product. So are we controlling technology, or is it controlling us?

    This week on The Yarn, we’re bringing you stories from both sides of the spectrum. From the dangers of social media addiction, to harnessing technology as a tool for good.

    Featuring stories by Brandon Kearns, Ellen Cutler, Yuqi Zhao, and Yang Li.

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    21 mins
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