The HillTalks

Hello, hello! This week, we discuss the expectations of Howard students and a professor from the University of the District of Columbia Community College on the 2026 midterm elections. We asked them about their initial expectations, their reaction to the results and the significance of voting and political literacy.  Editor Note: Keisha Lance Bottoms is not only Georgia’s first Black woman go...

Hello, hello! This week, we discuss how out-of-state Howard students view absentee voting Music: Blue Dot Sessions Production Team: Host & Producer: Gabrielle George  Audio Editor: Zion Williams 

Hello, hello! In this week’s episode, we will discuss Howard University’s first mental health day of the academic calendar year. We will explore whether students and faculty take advantage of the time off or if it’s just another day. Music: Blue Dot Sessions Production Team: Host & Producer: Joseph McClinton Audio Editor: Zion Williams

Hello, hello! This week, we discuss Howard homecoming and who people think it is really for.  Music: Blue Dot Sessions Production Team: Host & Producer: Corinne Howard Audio Editor: Zion Williams

Hello, hello!  This week, we explored what CultureCon offers Black creatives and what Howard students can take away from the experience. Music: Blue Dot Sessions Production Team: Host & Producer: Gabrielle George  Audio Editor: Zion Williams

Hello, hello! Our HillTalks audio producer, Joseph McClinton, attended a live discussion of NPR’s " Morning Edition, Michel Martin Going There," at NPR headquarters in Washington, D.C. The live discussion brought together national thought leaders, health care professionals, and faith leaders to explore mental health and suicide among Black youth, particularly boys. Music: Blue Dot Sessions Product...

Hello, hello! This week, we discussed freshman elections from the perspective of former leaders and current voters. Former leaders provided insight into the reality of the impact they are able to make after the elections, while current voters talk about the impact they want to see. Music: Blue Dot Session Host & Producer: Corinne Howard  Audio Editor: Zion Williams  Producer: Gabriel...

Hello, hello! This week, we discussed how Howard University professors are using AI in their classrooms.   Music: Blue Dot Sessions Production Team: Host & Producer: Gabrielle George  Audio Editor: Zion Williams

Hello, hello! This week, we spoke to a Howard student and a Howard alumnus, seeking to discover if the university is worth the cost to them. Music: Blue Dot Sessions Production Team: Host & Producer: Joseph McClinton Audio Editor: Zion Williams

Hello, hello! This week, we discuss His Majesty Otumfuo Osei Tutu ll's visit to Howard. University. Music: Blue Dot Sessions Production Team: Host & Producer: Corinne Howard Audio Editor: Zion Williams

Hello, hello! This week, we will discuss Howard University's unenrollment of 502 incoming freshmen. In this episode, you will hear from a freshman who was reinstated and an incoming freshman who was unenrolled. This is an episode you won't want to miss. Tune in wherever you get your podcast! Music: Blue Dot Sessions Production Team: Host & Executive Producer: Zion Williams Producers: Gabrielle...

More than 100 years ago, The Hilltop was founded, and since then, it has created a legacy of outstanding journalists who are committed to informing the community. Here at The HillTalks podcast, we want to continue to contribute to that legacy by producing factual and relevant stories that help you connect the dots on what's going on. Check out 'The HillTalks' podcast wherever you get your podcast!...

Hello, hello! This week, we sit down with White House Correspondents' Association (WHCA) scholars at Howard University who attended the WHCA dinner to hear their perspectives on the shooting that occurred during the dinner. Music: Blue Dot Sessions Production Team: Host & Executive Producer: Zion Williams Producer: Tatiana Allen

Hello, hello! This week, we hear from three Hilltop reporters! This episode will discuss events that took place during Springfest, including the Warden's Spring Classic, Howard Night Live and the multicultural festival. This is an episode you won't want to miss! Tune in wherever you get your podcasts! Production Team: Host & Executive Producer: Zion Williams Producers: Yacine Ba, Myla Walker a...

Hello, hello! This week, we hear from Howard University graduates about their experiences after attending Howard University. This is an episode you won't want to miss! Tune in wherever you get your podcasts! Music: Blue Dot Sessions Production Team: Host & Executive Producer: Zion Williams Producers: Jordan Adkins, Myla Walker, and Tatiana Allen

Hello, hello! This week, we discuss burnout at Howard University and solutions that can help prevent it. This is an episode you won't want to miss! Tune in wherever you get your podcasts. Music: Blue Dot Sessions Production Team: Host & Executive Producer: Zion Williams Producers: Jordan Adkins, Tatiana Allen, and Yacine Ba

Hello, hello! This week, we hear from Howard students about their feelings toward Howard University's student campaign season. This is an episode you won't want to miss! Tune in wherever you get your podcast! Music: Blue Dot Sessions Production Team: Host & Executive Producer: Zion Williams Producers: Jordan Adkins, Myla Walker, and Yacine Ba

Hello, hello! This week, we will discuss the Howard basketball program's growth, explore “The Howard Treatment” and dive into the BTS album teaser controversy. Music: Blue Dot Sessions Production Team: Host & Executive Producer: Zion Williams Producers: Tatiana Allen, Myla Walker, and Yacine Ba

Hello, hello! This week, we discuss Black Press Day and the importance of the Black press. Tune in wherever you get your podcasts! Music: Blue Dot Sessions Production Team: Host & Executive Producer: Zion Williams Producers: Jordan Adkins, Myla Walker, and Yacine Ba

Hello, hello! This week, we discuss a study published by the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) Network Open, which concluded that Black people have higher mortality rates due to stress. Throughout this episode, The HillTalks podcast team will interview experts at Howard University to get a better understanding of the stressors that may cause higher mortality rates in the Black com...

Hello, hello! This week, we discuss Howard students' experiences participating in the Alternative Spring Break (ASB) program. Tune in wherever you get your podcasts! Music: Blue Dot Sessions Production Team: Host & Executive Producer: Zion Williams Producers: Tatiana Allen and Myla Walker

Hello, hello! This week, we discuss the visibility of Historically Black Colleges and Universities or HBCUs. This is an episode you won't want to miss. Tune in wherever you get your podcasts! Music: Blue Dot Sessions Production Team: Host & Executive Producer: Zion Williams Producers: Jordan Adkins, Tatiana Allen and Yacine Ba

Hello, hello! This week, we discuss AI initiatives at Howard University and the impact they have on students and faculty. This is an episode you won't want to miss. Tune in wherever you get your podcast! Music: Blue Dot Sessions Production Team: Host & Executive Producer: Zion Williams Producers: Tatiana Allen, Yacine Ba, Myla Walker

Hello, hello! This week, we discuss the job market and how it's impacting Howard students looking for work. This is an episode you won't want to miss. Tune in wherever you get your podcast! Music: Blue Dot Sessions Production Team: Host & Executive Producer: Zion Williams Producers: Jordan Adkins, Tatiana Allen, Myla Walker CAPTION: Hello, hello! This week, we discuss the job market and how it...

Hello, hello! This week, we discuss Howard University students' reactions to the ICE occupation in Minnesota. This is an episode you won't want to miss. Tune in wherever you get your podcast! Music: Blue Dot Sessions Production Team: Host & Executive Producer: Zion Williams Producers: Yacine Ba and Myla Walker