Chaotic Academia

SPOILER ALERT! This episode basically spoils the ENTIRETY of the book, The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes by Suzanne Collins. I give my thoughts, my critiques, my praises for the book that really gave context to my childhood favorite. I love the Hunger Games with my WHOLE heart and reading this book was a must. Not to mention, I get all political science nerdy in the second half, and sleep depriva...

In this episode, Alina talks about how she got started in activism way back in her youth and then shares ways for you to get involved, too. If you care about social justice or some kind of issue and feel like you don't know where to begin, this is a potential start for you!!  Check out my linktree! https://linktr.ee/alinadevoogd 

In this episode, Alina researches how to be safe while dating online. Full of great tips and important precautions, listen to Alina help you be safe out there. Also, there is a very long tangent about Farmers Only. SOURCES:  https://www.safewise.com/blog/how-to-date-online-safely/ https://www.safety.com/10-online-dating-safety-tips/ https://rainn.org/articles/online-dating-and-dating-app-safe...

This week, Alina's ramblings are all about invasive species. She chats about what they are, how they are problematic, her experiences with them, and some ways you can get involved in the battle against them!  RESOURCES:  https://www.invasivespeciesinfo.gov/what-are-invasive-species  https://www.doi.gov/sites/doi.gov/files/uploads/isac_definitions_white_paper_rev.pdf https://www.smit...

In this episode Alina researches a dear internet idol, food network star, and American dad: Guy Fieri. Alina discusses some fun facts about his start, his fame, his empire, and then delves into his most controversial moments. If you live or visit Flavortown, this is an episode for you

In this episode of Chaotic Academia, Alina talks about the importance of having hobbies, talks about her favorite hobbies and those she aspires to start. Sometimes it feels like we have nothing outside of obligations. If you're feeling like your life is nothing but work and school and you need a life, check this episode out!

Chaotic Academia is a podcast by Alina, a 20-something wannabe scholar in the pursuit of knowledge. This podcast is about life, learning, exploring new things, figuring it all out and being a little bit chaotic.