Expoetriate

Expoetriate

Commentary essays on arts, philosophy and psychology, written and published on an bimonthy basis (the longer type). Opinions may be subject to change in the future. Thoughts and critiques are all welcome.

Episodes

  1. Something in the Way

    17/06/2024

    Something in the Way

    This started with a question, why do we love revenge movies, the “one man against the world” kind? What came out of it was a crazed search through cultures of honor, institutional distrust, and moral licensing research to understand the mass appeal and disdain I noticed towards the most compelling revenge stories I have encountered over the past decade. In truth, this took much longer than expected, thus the reason for the hiatus, but it feels good to be back. This episode contains mature themes and graphic depictions of violence, viewer discretion is advised. Full bibliography ⁠here⁠. Referenced articles: Bailey & Pico (2023) Brosig-Koch et al. (2017) Cohen et al. (1996) Conway & Peetz (2012) Højberg et al. (2017) Katyal (2022) Khalil (2017) Kirk & Schill (2024) Kowal (2023) Martin-Llaguno et al. (2022) Monin & Miller (2001) Park et al. (2020) Peleg et al. (2021) Uskul & Cross (2020) Uskul et al. (2023) Referenced media: God of War (2005) God of War 2 (2007) John Wick (2014) John Wick: Chapter 2 (2017) Monkey Man (2024) Nobody (2021) Oldboy (2004) Pierre Berton Show (1971) Prisoners (2013) Sifu (2022) The Batman (2022) The Last of Us Part 2 (2020) Images: By Mbzt - Own work, CC BY 3.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=16931676 By Istanbul Archaeology Museums - Own work, CC0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=34550484 Bungie. (2024, June 11). Halo: Reach [Digital image]. Wikipedia. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Halo:_Reach Haloprov. (n.d.). B312 [Digital image]. Halo Alpha. https://halo.fandom.com/wiki/SPARTAN-B312?file=B312.png Music: Hussain, Z. & Patel, D. (2024). Training [Song]. On Monkey Man (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack). Back Lot Music. James, S. (2012). Through the Valley [Song]. On Shadows. Shawn James Music Inc. Background music sourced from Epidemic Sound: “Sahara Eye” by Nylonia “Corpus” by Johannes Bornlof “Tranquility” by Drift Far Away “Juliana” by Nylonia “Ghost Hunt” by Sixteen Wheelers Also available on YouTube Chapters 00:00 Content Warning and Disclaimers 00:37 Introduction 02:48 The Batman 06:59 What does violence do for us? (The Wolverine Effect) 12:55 Prisoners 17:20 Cultures of Honor research 24:01 Institutional distrust research 27:17 Do moral reputation and victimhood justify our actions? (The Last of Us) 32:09 Moral licensing research 38:50 Proposed directions/The big reach 41:30 Outro

    44 min
  2. Listen

    13/02/2024

    Listen

    Discussing the ill-advised use of superpowers to describe mental health, and the one exception to the rule – calling attention to the cases of DID and anxiety – while building a TKD Cycle 7. Written, recorded and edited by Syafiq. Referenced media: Glass (2019) Moon Knight (2022) Doctor Who (2012 & 2014) Build specs: TKD Cycle 7 Fog with Gunmetal PVD Mirror Polish backweight SP-Star Meteor Whites XVXX Concrete keycaps Equalz V3 Stabilisers Aluminum Plate Gasket bean-mounted No foam Also on YouTube

    37 min
  3. The Only Man Who's Ever Broken My Heart (Dec 13, 2023)

    30/01/2024

    The Only Man Who's Ever Broken My Heart (Dec 13, 2023)

    Discussing Ted Chiang’s catalogue, David Hilbert and Arthur Schopenhauer while lubing 80 SP-Star Meteor White switches with Krytox GPL 205g0 and 105, and filming with Kelowna 0.33mm switch films. Voiceover for “Story of Your Life” sourced with the permission of the talented Magnetar. Inspired by Dan Olson’s (Folding Ideas) “I Can't Stop Watching Contagion.” Video footage taken by Abdul Hafiz Referenced works: The Story of Your Life and Others by Ted Chiang Exhalation by Ted Chiang “Arrival” dir. Denis VIllenueve “Wayfaring Stranger” by Ashley Johnson and Troy Baker Chapters: 00:00 Introduction, Ted Chiang 00:58 Story of Your Life 07:59 Tower of Babylon 09:03 The Great Silence 10:32 Exhalation 14:00 What’s Expected of Us 15:38 Division By Zero 25:39 We have no choice Also on YouTube

    30 min
  4. The Tides, His Wife, and Our Decision to Leave (October 11, 2023)

    30/01/2024

    The Tides, His Wife, and Our Decision to Leave (October 11, 2023)

    Death often dances along the coastline, giving her best performances in Park Chan Wook's Decision to Leave and Viking literature. In this essay, I compare Norse eschatology to the sexual differentiation of the human gonad, detail my disdain for humid climates, and list the three most frequent questions that psychology majors are asked. Viewer discretion is advised. This production is for personal commentary and discussion of the mentioned subjects. I do not own the rights to the clips used; they belong to their respective holders, and I will not be monetising this work. Works featured (Visual):  The Golden Girls “The Rickchurian Mortydate” Rick and Morty (S3 E10)  Decision to Leave dir. Park Chan Wook Before We Go dir. Chris Evans Thor Ragnarok dir. Taika Waititi Hellblade: Senua’s Sacrifice dev. Ninja Theory “The Body” Buffy the Vampire Slayer (S5 E16)  “New Morning Routine Just Dropped” TMG Podcast Episode 290 (42:58 - 43:11) Works featured (Audio):  “Storm at Sea” comp(s). Robin Carolan and Sebastian Gainsborough (From The Northman OST) “Brandy (You’re a Fine Girl)” by Looking Glass “Savior” by Kendrick Lamar “Sloom” by Of Monsters and Men Background music sourced from Epidemic Sound:  “Face Your Fears” by Vendla “Notes to Self” by Gavin Luke “A Hard Truth” by Wanderer's Trove

    37 min
  5. Sisyphus Part 1 (August 14, 2023)

    30/01/2024

    Sisyphus Part 1 (August 14, 2023)

    Camus' absurdism as it relates to my favourite films and the process of REBT. Viewer discretion is advised. This production is for personal commentary and critique of the subjects in discussion. I do not own the rights to the clips used, they belong to their respective holders, and will not be monetising this work. Spoilers for Dune, Tenet, Collateral Beauty, Rick and Morty and Everything Everywhere All At Once. Additional voiceovers done by Mazeen Muneez. https://www.homestudio.com.sg/english-male-voice-talents

    1h 15m
  6. Posterity (REUPLOAD)

    30/01/2024 · BONUS

    Posterity (REUPLOAD)

    Syafiq and Hussein talk role models and the transition between subculture pockets and the "real world". Music sourced from Epidemic Sound. Warning: Brief mentions of suicide.

    1h 35m
  7. Integrity (REUPLOAD)

    30/01/2024 · BONUS

    Integrity (REUPLOAD)

    Featuring a new guest, Hussein Malek, this episode we delve into integrity; that within journalism, and our development as individuals under parental guidance. Music provided by Epidemic Sound. Viewer discretion is advised. Contains spoilers for Tenet.

    1h 35m
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Commentary essays on arts, philosophy and psychology, written and published on an bimonthy basis (the longer type). Opinions may be subject to change in the future. Thoughts and critiques are all welcome.

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  • Creator
    Expoetriate
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2024
  • Episodes
    7
  • Rating
    Explicit
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