Elliot Jackson-Ontkush, Skidmore College, Author at Study Breaks

Weakened Friends band proves that musicians can be popular and talented.

Weakened Friends Emphasizes the Beauty of Indie

Elliot Jackson-Ontkush, Skidmore College

The underground band creates meaningful connections with their fans while still producing quality music.…

October 1, 2021

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Steven Crowder’s ‘Change My Mind’ Segments Do Not Foster Open Debate

Elliot Jackson-Ontkush, Skidmore College

The YouTube series-turned-meme squanders its promising premise by becoming damaging propaganda.…

September 13, 2021

An illustration of soldiers in Band of Brothers.

‘Band of Brothers’ Should Be the Next Show on Your Watch List

Elliot Jackson-Ontkush, Skidmore College

The limited series deals with the realities faced by American soldiers in the 101st Airborne Division during World War II.…

September 5, 2021

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Understanding American Accents and Where They Came From

Elliot Jackson-Ontkush, Skidmore College

People in the U.S. often claim they 'don't have an accent,' but there are actually a variety of dialects present in the country originating from all over the world.…

August 30, 2021

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Warby Parker Is Helping Others See Through a Corrupt Eyewear Industry

Elliot Jackson-Ontkush, Skidmore College

The glasses company was founded as a response to the exorbitant prices of frames. However, recent business decisions have put the company's future into question.…

August 22, 2021

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‘Virgin River’ Is the Perfect Guilty Pleasure TV Show

Elliot Jackson-Ontkush, Skidmore College

Netflix's soapy drama isn't groundbreaking television by any means, but the romance at its center is enough to keep audiences coming back.…

August 14, 2021

How My Cousins Helped Me Through the Pandemic

Elliot Jackson-Ontkush, Skidmore College

Quarantining during COVID-19 has really emphasized for me the importance of family — especially as an only child.…

August 9, 2021

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PowerPoint Pro: How To Nail a Presentation at School

Elliot Jackson-Ontkush, Skidmore College

Assignments where you speak to a group of peers are a necessary evil, especially in the age of digital learning. Follow these tips to up your game!…

July 30, 2021

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Jazz Is the Perfect Study Music

Elliot Jackson-Ontkush, Skidmore College

Engaging without being distracting, this music genre creates the perfect environment for working or just relaxing.…

July 24, 2021

An illustration of the characters in Great Pretender

‘Great Pretender’ Is a Breath of Fresh Air for Anime

Elliot Jackson-Ontkush, Skidmore College

The Netflix series is more slow-burn and character-focused than is typical of its genre but is exciting and engaging nonetheless.…

July 17, 2021

A group of friends around a campfire — the perfect place to read Tolkien

Why You Should Read J.R.R. Tolkien Next Time You Go Camping

Elliot Jackson-Ontkush, Skidmore College

The rich environmental imagery featured in 'The Hobbit' and 'The Lord of the Rings' make them the perfect novels to read outside.…

July 11, 2021

In article about historical drama, Mel Gibson in The Patriot

3 Historical Drama Pieces To Watch This Fourth of July

Elliot Jackson-Ontkush, Skidmore College

Consider immersing yourself in some American history with the following titles this Independence Day.…

July 1, 2021

Illustration of someone wearing the Sorting Hat in front of 4 flags representing each house

Sorting Hat Quizzes Undermine a Central Theme of the ‘Harry Potter’ Series

Elliot Jackson-Ontkush, Skidmore College

They may be fun, but they are missing an important question: Which house do you think you belong in?…

June 28, 2021

An illustration of BB-8 and Yoda from "Star Wars." (Illustration by Olivia Luo, The Ohio State University)

‘Star Wars’ Is Actually a Fantasy Series — Not Science Fiction

Elliot Jackson-Ontkush, Skidmore College

The franchise, which has now existed for more than 40 years, has elements of both genres. However, its tone and themes place it more firmly in the more magical of the two.…

June 19, 2021

a Netflix sci-fi/fantasy adaptations - an illustration of two characters from The Witcher

Making Successful Sci-Fi/Fantasy Adaptations Is Not Always an Easy Task for Filmmakers

Elliot Jackson-Ontkush, Skidmore College

Reworking popular novels into visual media has become a phenomenon in recent years, but many readers find the filmed versions to be unsatisfactory in comparison.…

June 12, 2021

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