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Eavesdrop Rachel McCullough Eavesdrop is an independent magazine that combines current societal discussions of young adults with the contemporary conventions of travel magazines; ‘eavesdropping’ on the cultural, economic and environmental discourses that young adults are engaging in, with relevance to specific locations. Eavesdrop occupies a unique position within the print magazine market; it utilises the online dimensions of user-generated content platforms such as blogs and social media to curate a concise, portable and affordable publication. The purpose of Eavesdrop is to inspire, encourage and engage young people through informative stories and reflective experiences in featured locations, whilst providing travel inspiration and advice from a local’s perspective. 27