June 9, 2018
by Andrew Bates
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My first summer working in a kitchen was like acquiring a secret identity. I shook everyone’s hand and said “Hi, I’m Andrew Bates,” nervous and trying not to embarrass my cool friend who already worked there. Almost certainly, within an … Continue reading
February 15, 2015
by Andrew Bates
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A few weeks ago, I took part in FC Edmonton media training — not training players to speak to the media but training members of the media to play soccer. Mainly, it was a part of their push to promote … Continue reading
February 3, 2014
by Andrew Bates
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Last fall, I studied a course taught by UBC Okanagan professor Anderson Araujo on the Imagists, a group of poets that ended up becoming the first wave of modernists that would define 20th century literature. The Imagists were poets, but … Continue reading
April 13, 2013
by Andrew Bates
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It felt so good, just like six years ago. The Stars concert in Vancouver at the Commodore April 6 was lovely on it’s own. You’ve probably heard they’re amazing live. You have heard correctly. Stars remain my favourite band, although … Continue reading
May 16, 2012
by Andrew Bates
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I’m trawling through the Ubyssey archives right now, and I’ve came across this lovely article from Pierre Berton in (what seems to be?) his first year as an editor at the paper. Continue reading
April 27, 2012
by Andrew Bates
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When we did Storm The Wall in March, we all put together a diary of our experiences. Internet, you get the full EXPANDED edition. Enjoy! Continue reading
March 30, 2011
by Andrew Bates
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The Phoenix launched its bid for independence Monday, and things have been going well! I’m going to be on CBC Daybreak tomorrow, where we’ll be talking about it. I’ll answer a few questions here first, to clear up some stuff. … Continue reading
December 24, 2010
by Andrew Bates
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It’s Christmas Eve! I’m kind of posting from Christmas, because I spent so much time on this: It’s a flash drive! And a mix tape. I wanted to give out Christmas presents this year, but I was broke. I still … Continue reading
June 13, 2010
by Andrew Bates
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I love to see big fantastic figures just hanging out in ridiculous situations, like that one photo of Vinnie Jones in full Juggernaut costume, standing in his trailer with football on the TV. I’ve seen Darkseid just chillin’ before–there’s an … Continue reading
May 5, 2010
by Andrew Bates
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I should feel elation, then, at the Tottenham result today, but I can’t help but feel guilty. Continue reading