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Retroflag GPI case running Emulation Station (photo: Ewan Spence)

Retro Gaming’s Journey From MacGyver To The Masses

Posted on April 8, 2024April 8, 2024 by Ewan Spence

As retro gaming moves closer to the mainstream, I’m going to explore the scene over the next few months. Before then, let’s look back at the retro handset I bodged together during lockdown.

Gaming, Retro Gaming
Stylised opening shot of the M*A*S*H credits (Fox).

Sanremo, Superbowls, and the legend of M*A*S*H

Posted on February 14, 2024February 25, 2024 by Ewan Spence

M*A*S*H remains the highest rated US scripted TV show, but sports and live events are the only water-cooler shows left for broadcasters which can generate similar numbers in the 21st century.

Mainstream Media, Multimedia, Sports
Jeopardy UK Clue Board (Jeopardy, ITV)

Jeopardy UK’s Important Lesson About Enjoying Life

Posted on February 8, 2024February 8, 2024 by Ewan Spence

Jeopardy makes it to the United Kingdom, yet the familiar set and reassuring clues feel a little bit different to the US version. There’s a good reason for that, and it’s one worth paying attention to… even if you’re not a resident of Trebekistan.

Mainstream Media, Multimedia
Ewan Spence and Marco Schreuder at Canon's Gait (Photo: Marco Schreuder)

Talking About My Eurovision, With Merci, Chérie

Posted on January 16, 2024January 17, 2024 by Ewan Spence

Marco interviews me about the Eurovision Song Contest for the Merci, Chérie podcast.

Eurovision, Eurovision Podcast, Multimedia, Podcasting
The 2023x12 nightclub dancefloor (bing.com / AI)

2023×12: My Favourite New Songs This Year

Posted on December 11, 2023January 1, 2024 by Ewan Spence

These are my twelve favourite music tracks released during 2023.

Digital Music, Multimedia
Con O'Neill as Izzy Hands (HBOMax)

The Orville, Our Flag Means Death, And Finding A Safe Harbour For Your Story

Posted on October 27, 2023December 13, 2023 by Ewan Spence

You don’t always know when the cancellation will come. The responsible streaming scriptwriter should plan for beginnings and endings.

Mainstream Media, Multimedia

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Ewan Spence is a storyteller in the online worlds of media and technology; covering smartphones, gaming, music, podcasting, Eurovision, wearable tech and more…

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