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Behind The Beat

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Behind the Beat is the official behind-the-scenes podcast of 91.5 HD2 The Beat, UNLV’s student-run radio station. Hosted by the student voices you hear on-air, this show pulls back the curtain on college radio, podcasting, and student media — giving you a real look at what it takes to go live, build a brand, and create content that actually connects. Each episode explores:How to start a podcast as a college studentWhat it’s like hosting a live radio showBehind-the-scenes production tipsStudent media leadership and club cultureThe creative process inside a working radio stationReal stories from...

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Ghosts in the Rafters Interview | UNLV Battle of the Bands Winners on Behind the Beat Season Finale 15.05.2026 27:52

Meet UNLV Battle of the Bands champions Ghosts in the Rafters in this high-energy season finale of Behind the Beat. Recorded at UNLV’s Greenspun Hall, this exclusive interview dives into the band’s pop punk with breakdowns sound, musical influences ranging from Blink-182 and My Chemical Romance to Metallica, their songwriting process, upcoming EP I Feel It All , and what it felt like winning Battl...

Behind the Beat Episode 6: UNLV Radio Life, Student Media Hustle & Canon’s Journey from High School Broadcast to 91.5 The Beat 01.05.2026 27:15

In Episode 6 of Behind the Beat , Chris, Ava, and Tony pull back the curtain on life inside UNLV’s student-run radio powerhouse, 91.5 HD2 The Beat. From Battle of the Bands hype and campus events to gaming bright spots, AI creativity, and behind-the-scenes station culture, this episode captures the energy of college media at its best. Special guest Canon joins the crew to share his path from midd...

Behind the Beat Episode 5: UNLV Student Radio, Battle of the Bands & Vice President Spotlight 16.04.2026 26:15

Take a behind-the-scenes look at UNLV’s student-run radio station on this episode of Behind the Beat . The crew dives into campus life, previews the upcoming Battle of the Bands event, and sits down with newly elected Vice President Dartanian Williams to talk about his journey from military service to media production. From student leadership to live event planning, this episode highlights the en...

Behind the Beat Podcast | UNLV Student Radio Inside Look | Photography, Media Careers & Life at 91.5 KUNV 12.03.2026 28:10

Step behind the curtain of UNLV’s student-run radio station in this episode of Behind the Beat , the podcast giving listeners an inside look at life at 91.5 KUNV — the best smooth jazz station in America . Hosts Chris, Ava, and Tony return for Episode 3 with special guest Janaya Gibson , a journalism student and promotions photographer for the station. Janaya shares how she got started in photogra...

Behind The Beat Episode 2 | UNLV Street Team, College Radio Promotions & Student Life | 91.5 The Beat HD2 27.02.2026 28:49

In Episode 2 of Behind The Beat , the team pulls back the curtain on what really happens at 91.5 The Beat HD2 — Nevada’s number one student-run radio station. Chris, Ava, and Tony kick things off with their new “Bright Spot of the Week” segment, sharing real-life college moments about family visits, nostalgic music, friendships, gaming, and surviving Maryland Parkway traffic during rush hour. The...

Behind the Beat Episode 1: Inside UNLV’s 91.5 HD2 Student-Run Radio Station | Meet the Hosts & The Origin Story 13.02.2026 27:56

What really happens behind the mic at UNLV’s student-run radio station? In the premiere episode of Behind the Beat , hosts Chris, Ava, and Tony take you inside 91.5 HD2 The Beat , Nevada’s leading college radio station, for a candid, behind-the-scenes look at life in student media. From how they landed their on-air shows to what it’s like hitting the “ON AIR” button for the first time, this episod...