UCSC Slugcast

In this week’s episode Maria talks about the myths of college students and their timeline leading up to graduation. This episode is your reminder that YOU are not behind and your journey as a slug has just started. Sponsored by the Division of Student Affairs and Success and produced by our student podcasters, UCSC Slugcast supports free expression of ideas. Please be aware that the views and opin...

Join former Slugcast host, Maia, for yet another episode where she shares some cool facts, tips, and personal experiences on the science of being a college student. Tune in! Sponsored by the Division of Student Affairs and Success and produced by our student podcasters, UCSC Slugcast supports free expression of ideas. Please be aware that the views and opinions expressed by speakers are that of th...

Welcome back for another episode of Slugcast! In this episode Maria goes through all the ways to get around campus. From loop buses, to biking, or even walking through Oakes path there are so many fun ways to explore campus. Sponsored by the Division of Student Affairs and Success and produced by our student podcasters, UCSC Slugcast supports free expression of ideas. Please be aware that the view...

Join former Slugcast host, Maia, as she shares some tips and busts some UCSC myths in the form of a little virtual care package to the new baby banana slugs! Sponsored by the Division of Student Affairs and Success and produced by our student podcasters, UCSC Slugcast supports free expression of ideas. Please be aware that the views and opinions expressed by speakers are that of the speaker alone...

David is back to kick off a new year of Slugcast with some important updates! Sponsored by the Division of Student Affairs and Success and produced by our student podcasters, UCSC Slugcast supports free expression of ideas. Please be aware that the views and opinions expressed by speakers are that of the speaker alone and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any...

David is here to wrap up our 16th season! Take a listen to all our accomplishments for the year! We'll be on pause for the summer but be sure to catch up on any episodes you might have missed! Sponsored by the Division of Student Affairs and Success and produced by our student podcasters, UCSC Slugcast supports free expression of ideas. Please be aware that the views and opinions expressed by spea...

Hey Slugs! Join your host, Maia, for her final episode where she draws a close to her time here with Slugcast. Tune in! Sponsored by the Division of Student Affairs and Success and produced by our student podcasters, UCSC Slugcast supports free expression of ideas. Please be aware that the views and opinions expressed by speakers are that of the speaker alone and their appearance on the program do...

Join Maia in her last episode of Science Weekly as she breaks down “Selfish” genes called introners that may be rewriting evolution, jumping between species and shaping genome complexity in ways we’re only beginning to understand. Tune in! Sponsored by the Division of Student Affairs and Success and produced by our student podcasters, UCSC Slugcast supports free expression of ideas. Please be awar...

Z breaks down Habeas Corpus and the role it plays in our everyday lives. Sponsored by the Division of Student Affairs and Success and produced by our student podcasters, UCSC Slugcast supports free expression of ideas. Please be aware that the views and opinions expressed by speakers are that of the speaker alone and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any enti...

Check out this special re-run as Mia explores Merrill College

Interested in studying abroad? Maia covers everything you need to know! Sponsored by the Division of Student Affairs and Success and produced by our student podcasters, UCSC Slugcast supports free expression of ideas. Please be aware that the views and opinions expressed by speakers are that of the speaker alone and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entit...

Last year, Jeremy did a deep dive on the history of the library in this fascinating episode! Sponsored by the Division of Student Affairs and Success and produced by our student podcasters, UCSC Slugcast supports free expression of ideas. Please be aware that the views and opinions expressed by speakers are that of the speaker alone and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement...

As incoming transfers and Freshman plan for next year, check out this re-run about things to know about our campus! Sponsored by the Division of Student Affairs and Success and produced by our student podcasters, UCSC Slugcast supports free expression of ideas. Please be aware that the views and opinions expressed by speakers are that of the speaker alone and their appearance on the program does n...

New episode of Science Weekly! Join your host, Maia, and meet Ronan, the sea lion with better rhythm than most humans. Her head bobs are scientifically on beat, and changing what we know about animal cognition. Tune in!! Sponsored by the Division of Student Affairs and Success and produced by our student podcasters, UCSC Slugcast supports free expression of ideas. Please be aware that the views an...

Check out this episode where Mia explores Merrill College! Sponsored by the Division of Student Affairs and Success and produced by our student podcasters, UCSC Slugcast supports free expression of ideas. Please be aware that the views and opinions expressed by speakers are that of the speaker alone and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they repres...

Z is back to break down some more important terms that are more relevant than ever in our daily lives. Sponsored by the Division of Student Affairs and Success and produced by our student podcasters, UCSC Slugcast supports free expression of ideas. Please be aware that the views and opinions expressed by speakers are that of the speaker alone and their appearance on the program does not imply an e...

This week on Science Weekly, we’re heading to the stars, and Mt. Hamilton, to celebrate 150 years of discovery at Lick Observatory! Join Maia as she talks about Nobel-worthy breakthroughs and the glass that became Pyrex! Tune in! 🔭✨ Sponsored by the Division of Student Affairs and Success and produced by our student podcasters, UCSC Slugcast supports free expression of ideas. Please be aware tha...

Revist this previous episode where David interviews the founder of Stone Brewing, and UCSC Alum Steve Wagner. Hear about his life and how he continues to support UCSC students. Sponsored by the Division of Student Affairs and Success and produced by our student podcasters, UCSC Slugcast supports free expression of ideas. Please be aware that the views and opinions expressed by speakers are that of...

If you missed this episode before, it's a fascinating story about UCSC's music history! Sponsored by the Division of Student Affairs and Success and produced by our student podcasters, UCSC Slugcast supports free expression of ideas. Please be aware that the views and opinions expressed by speakers are that of the speaker alone and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of t...

Join Maia as she dives into the science behind how researchers brought the dire wolf back from extinction (sort of) using ancient DNA and cutting-edge genetic engineering! Sponsored by the Division of Student Affairs and Success and produced by our student podcasters, UCSC Slugcast supports free expression of ideas. Please be aware that the views and opinions expressed by speakers are that of the...

Spend some time with Z breaking down these two important terms, and what it means for our daily lives. Sponsored by the Division of Student Affairs and Success and produced by our student podcasters, UCSC Slugcast supports free expression of ideas. Please be aware that the views and opinions expressed by speakers are that of the speaker alone and their appearance on the program does not imply an e...

Don't miss this re-run all about Stevenson! Sponsored by the Division of Student Affairs and Success and produced by our student podcasters, UCSC Slugcast supports free expression of ideas. Please be aware that the views and opinions expressed by speakers are that of the speaker alone and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Similarly,...

Join Maia for another episode of Science Weekly! In this episode, learn about some collaborative neurobiological research that'll blow your mind! Sponsored by the Division of Student Affairs and Success and produced by our student podcasters, UCSC Slugcast supports free expression of ideas. Please be aware that the views and opinions expressed by speakers are that of the speaker alone and their ap...

In our latest episode, David sits down with Kuumbwa Jazz co-founder Tim Jackson for the center's 50th anniversary. Kuumbwa has been so much more than a venue for incredible performances ; it operates as a non-profit and offers educational opportunities for the community. For the events mentioned in the episode, the exhibit premiere will take place on May 2nd, as a part of First Friday. It will fea...

With summer around the corner you might be looking ahead to a future job when you're taking a break from classes. Check out this re-run that goes over the essentials on where to find jobs at UCSC. Sponsored by the Division of Student Affairs and Success and produced by our student podcasters, UCSC Slugcast supports free expression of ideas. Please be aware that the views and opinions expressed by...