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Welcome to The Texan Explains, a weekly news podcast featuring reporters from the news department explaining the biggest stories that are impacting students at the moment. In this episode, I sat down with Senior News Reporter Catherine MacLeod and General News Reporter Tierney Withrow as they explained the controversies surrounding podcaster Myron Gaines’ visit to UT on Oct. 7 and what students ar...

In this episode of “People of UT,” General Audio Reporter Jessica Mathew sat down with Dr. Celeste Sheppard, a maternal and fetal medicine specialist, clinical associate professor at Dell Medical School, and founder of the nonprofit Tiny Hearts Project. They discussed the interests that shaped her career and what inspired her mission to improve detection of congenital heart disease.  Cover photo:...

Welcome to The Texan Explains, a weekly news podcast featuring reporters from the news department explaining the biggest stories that are impacting students at the moment. In this episode, General Audio Staffer Adele Doat sat down with Senior News Reporter Ellie Symons to discuss recent changes to immigration rules affecting international students and how these may deter prospective international...

Welcome to The Texan Explains, a weekly news podcast featuring reporters from The Daily Texan news department explaining the biggest stories that are impacting students at the moment. In this episode, General Audio Staffer Minaal Arain sat down with General Sports reporters Franceska Colocado and Paige Durrenberger to discuss the Protect College Sports Act, what it means for collegiate athletics,...

Left-wing political commentator Hasan Piker came to UT for a speaking event hosted by University Democrats on Wednesday, Sept. 30. In this episode, Audio Editor Rhea Chowdhary takes you outside of the event, where you’ll hear from both protestors and students in line and how they feel about political commentators on campus.  Music: Salmony by Blue Dot Sessions Cover photo by Justin Doud

Last week, The Texas Tribune Festival wrapped up its 16th annual gathering, bringing in a diverse group of speakers targeting policy and politics in Texas and what the future might look like. In this episode, Audio Editor Rhea Chowdhary takes you inside Democratic U.S. Senate nominee James Talarico’s talk, as well as Karl Rove’s future of Republicans talk as former deputy chief of staff and senior...

Description for Spotify: Welcome to The Texan Explains, a weekly news podcast featuring reporters from the news department explaining the biggest stories that are impacting students at the moment. In this episode, Associate Audio Editor Natalie Gonzalez sat down with General Projects Reporter Sahasra Tummala, as they talked about the ongoing battle of birthright citizenship. Narrated and edited by...

Welcome to The Texan Explains, a weekly news podcast featuring reporters from the news department explaining the biggest stories that are impacting students at the moment. In this episode, I sat down with News Desk Editor Valeria Cruz Butron on current voting suspensions and regulations coming up as the midterms approach.  Music: Caprische by Blue Dot Sessions Photo by Makenna Morgan  

Description for Spotify: Welcome to The Texan Explains, a weekly news podcast featuring reporters from the news department explaining the biggest stories that are impacting students at the moment. In this episode, Associate Audio Editor Natalie Gonzalez sat down with News Desk Editor Amanda Brantley and Senior News Reporter Noah Braun as they talked about UT reshaping national security education. ...

Welcome to The Texan Explains, a weekly news podcast featuring reporters from the news department explaining the biggest stories that are impacting students at the moment. In this episode, I sat down with Senior News Reporter Ashley Paredes as she explained the growth of funding for the Promise Plus program and what the program is in more detail.    Music: Caprische by Blue Dot Sessions Photo by I...

Welcome to The Texan Explains, a weekly news podcast featuring reporters from The Daily Texan news department explaining the biggest stories that are impacting students at the moment. In this episode, I sat down with News Editor Isaiah Williams and former News Editor and now General Photographer Alex Leisk on UT’s proposed core curriculum changes over the summer and what students should look out f...

Join Audio Staffers Matthew Jurado and Sophia Castaneda-Reza as they dive into the ambitions, family history, and journeys of first- generation longhorns. Reported and edited by Matthew Jurado and Sophia Castaneda-Reza Music by Blue Dot Sessions Cover art by Hrishita Das

In February 2026, the University of Texas at Austin announced a major restructuring plan that would merge seven Liberal Arts departments, including African and African Diaspora Studies, Mexican American and Latina/o Studies, and Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality Studies, into a new Department of Social and Cultural Analysis. Join Audio Staffer Rianna Davila as she goes over the Consolidation and what...

Audio Editor Annelise Garrison and Associate Audio Editor Rhea Chowdhary interview Savannah Smith on her late nights in the machine shop to racing dreams sparked by F1. Smith takes us inside the fast-paced world of motorsport engineering, and what it really takes to balance school, work, and passion at UT. Want more of a behind the scenes look, check out this feature done by Harshitha Anaparthy! h...

Tucked inside an unexpected space, BRB Coffee brings together culture, community, and everyday life in a unique way. Join Associate Audio Editor Rhea Chowdhary as she gives a glimpse into how one small spot is creating something bigger than just coffee. Narrated and Edited by Rhea Chowdhary Music by Blue Dot Sessions Cover photo by Michael Martinez Lopez

Join Senior Audio Editor Natalie Gonzalez as she sits down with Anjum Alam and Ellie Symons to discuss their recent story, "APD updates policy for handling ICE warrants after months of public concern." https://thedailytexan.com/2026/03/23/apd-updates-policy-for-handling-ice-warrants-after-months-of-public-concern/# Narrated and edited by Natalie Gonzalez Music by Blue Dot Sessions Cover...

Audio Editor Annelise Garrison sits down with Senior Opinion columnist Abigail Tuscano to discuss and review her new story, “True Crime is Still Crime.” Which dives into the ethics behind true crime media con consumption. Read Abigails article here https://thedailytexan.com/2026/03/11/true-crime-is-still-crime/ This episode is hosted and edited by Annelise Garrison Cover art by Kate Crowder Music...

Audio Editor Annelise Garrison and Associate Audio Editor Rhea Chowdhary sit down with actress and UT student Faith Bryant to discuss how she balances the demands of college and a growing acting career. Want more of a behind the scenes on Faith? Check out this feature by Harshitha Anaparthy! https://thedailytexan.com/2026/03/24/people-of-ut-student-actress-faith-bryant-on-acting-career-transition-...

In this episode of  The Texan Explains , join Senior Audio Editor Natalie Gonzalez as she discusses the results of the 2026 Texas primary elections and what they mean for major statewide races. This Episode is hosted and edited by Natalie Gonzalez Cover photo by Allie Castaneda Music by Blue Dot Sessions

Join Audio Producer Ryan Borrego as he sits down with UT alumnus Winter to talk about Winter’s journey to becoming a King of Starbucks. Reported and produced by Ryan Borrego. Cover art by Samantha Jewell Music by Blue Dot Sessions

Audio Producer Jakob Wayson sits down with UT student writers and creatives to discuss the importance of authentic human creativity in our modern world of AI. Recorded and produced by Jakob Wayson Cover art by Samantha Jewell Music by Blue Dot Sessions.  

In this episode, Audio Producer Rachael Gray explores the unhoused population in UT Austin’s West Campus following the recent renewal of the West Campus Ambassadors program. Rachael speaks to members of the West Campus community and West Campus Ambassadors leadership to see how they are supporting and interacting with the unhoused people of 'Wampus.’ Recorded and produced by Rachael Gray. Cove...

In this episode, Audio Reporter Mia Chiessa uncovers the stories behind Dirty Martin's, a classic restaurant in the UT and Austin communities, and explores what makes this place so special. Reported and produced by Mia Chiessa. Edited by Drew Kampf. Cover art by Merideth Weddle Music by Blue Dot Sessions

Audio Reporter Rhea Chowdhary and Daily Texan en Español Translator Isabella Santos speak with members of Latin Economics and Business Association (LEBA) about its activities at UT and how it serves as a home away from home for members. Reported and produced by Rhea Chowdhary. Translated by Isabella Santos. Cover art by Key Music by Pixabay

In this episode, Audio Producer Shiza Siddiqui explores Austin’s thrifting culture and fashion scene to find out why people thrift, what they’re thrifting, and the impact thrifting has on the local community. Reported and produced by Shiza Siddiqui. Edited by Ethan Rubenstein. Cover art by Angela John Music by Blue Dot Sessions