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Daybreak

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The world moves fast. Daybreak keeps you up-to-date. Enjoy everything you need to know to stay informed — on campus and off — in this digestible, efficient podcast. Daybreak is produced by Maya Mukherjee '27, Twyla Colburn '27, Sheryl Xue '28 under the 149th Managing Board of The Daily Princetonian. The theme music was composed and performed by Ed Horan, and the cover art is by Mark Dodici.

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Dec 10, 2025

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Workers’ Town Hall ft. Louisa Gheorghita — Friday, September 22nd 22.09.2023

Today, we cover the Young Democratic Socialists of America’s Workers’ Town Hall in Princeton, new protection eligibility for Venezuelan migrants in the U.S., and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s visit to Washington, D.C.

Joe Dubuque named new head coach of the wrestling program ft. Cole Keller — Thursday, September 21 21.09.2023

Today we cover the hiring of a new head wrestling coach, the closure of Princeton Printer and Copy, the Federal Reserve's interest rate leveling, and updates on diplomatic efforts in Ukraine. Wrestling Coverage : https://www.dailyprincetonian.com/article/2023/09/princeton-sports-mens-wrestling-joe-dubuque-named-head-coach

SZA visits campus ft. Kerrie Liang — Wednesday, Sept. 20 20.09.2023

Today, we cover a visit from R&B star SZA, an Uber voucher program from the Princeton Police Department, new legal action from Students for Fair Admissions, and deteriorating relations between India and Canada.

Showcase at Art on Hulfish ft. Isabella Dail — Tuesday, Sept. 19 19.09.2023

Today, we cover a new exhibit at Art on Hulfish, an increase in the USG budget, the pending government shutdown, and the release of five US prisoners from Iran. Dail's article: https://www.dailyprincetonian.com/article/2023/09/princeton-prospect-arts-hulfish-old-masters USG coverage: https://www.dailyprincetonian.com/article/2023/09/princeton-news-adpol-usg-undergraduate-student-government-budget-...

Invest in the 'Marketplace of Ideas' – A Dive into Free Speech on Campus ft. Aidan Gouley '27 — Monday, Sept. 18 18.09.2023

Today, we cover the state of the ‘marketplace of ideas’ at Princeton, one of the largest climate protest marches since the pandemic in NYC, EU leaders’ reactions to the migrant crisis in Italy, and a shift in the mental health and addiction services provided by the Municipality of Princeton. Aidan Gouley's article: https://www.dailyprincetonian.com/article/2023/09/princeton-opinion-column-free-spe...

Should you get rich and give it away? 15.09.2023

It's been a decade since Peter Singer, Ira W. DeCamp Professor of Bioethics in the University Center for Human Values, gave his seminal TED Talk, "The why and how of effective altruism." Now, more and more Princeton students find themselves facing a catch-22 — pursuing a career of money or impact. Today, Daybreak revisits Effective Altruism with Professor Singer. We take a look at how the movement...

‘In the Service of Whom’ ft. Rohit Narayanan — Friday, September 15 15.09.2023

Today on #Daybreak, we take a look at a special issue on the career pursuits of Princetonians, the indictment of Hunter Biden, and Venice’s new endangered status.

Tigers’ Wrestling Coach Departs for Stanford ft. Hayk Yengibaryan — Thursday, September 14 14.09.2023

Today, we cover a head wrestling coach’s departure, a change in late meal, a new ruling on DACA, and a meeting between Russia and North Korea. 

Princeton students on career paths ft. Ryan Konarska — Wednesday, September 13 13.09.2023

Today, we cover a focus group on the career choices of Princeton students, the impeachment inquiry into President Biden, and a fatal dam burst in Libya.

University Art Museum: Treasured Antiquities or Stolen Goods? ft. Miriam Waldvogel — Tuesday, September 12 12.09.2023

Today, we cover artifacts from the University Art Museum being repatriated to Italy, the 9/11 Service of Remembrance ceremony on campus, the FDA approving updated COVID-19 vaccines amid another surge in infections, and Kim Jong Un’s first foreign visit to Russia in roughly four years. To read more of Miriam Waldvogel's reporting, click here , or head to dailyprincetonian.com.

Loud Luxury Enjoyed By Students — Monday, September 11 11.09.2023

Today, we cover the 2023 fall Lawnparties, the identification of additional 9/11 victims, and a deadly earthquake in Morocco. 

A look into hazing at Princeton ft. Anna Izyumova ’23 — Friday, September 8 08.09.2023

Today on daybreak, we break down an investigation into hazing with guest Opinion contributor Anna Izyumova, cover the stepping down of Dean of the College Jill Dolan, and updates on the Mexican election for President A previous title of this episode referred to Anna Izyumova as a member of the class of 2022. Anna Izyumova is a member of the class of 2023. The prince regrets this error.

Join The Daily Princetonian ft. Newsroom Staff — Thursday, September 7 07.09.2023

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Fall Sports: A Look Ahead, ft. Hayk Yengibaryan — Wednesday, September 6 06.09.2023

Today, we give a preview for the Tigers’ fall sports season and cover the impeachment trial of Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton and flooding in Greece.

Tiger Transit Explained ft. Ryan Konarska — Monday, September 4th 04.09.2023

Today on Daybreak, we cover Tiger Transit, the fall Lawnparties opener, the closing of Princeton’s only nursing home, Florida redistricting, and India’s moon mission.

A declassified guide to life under the Orange Bubble 25.08.2023

Welcome to Princeton! Whether you’re a new student, returning from some time away, or feeling lost as the new school year begins, Daybreak has some tips on how to make the most of your time under the Orange Bubble. Listen to more from the 'Prince' here .

SPECIAL: Sophomore charged after drunkenly kicking campus police officers 01.07.2023

A Princeton undergrad was charged with the assault of two Princeton Public Safety — in Princeton Municipal Courts on July 13. Daybreak breaks down the arrest and the history of campus police in Princeton. A previous version of this story mischaracterized the student's plea. The 'Prince regrets this error. More Long-form Content

Princeton’s First Four-Year Class of Women ft. Lia Opperman — Thursday, May 18th 18.05.2023

Today, we cover the Class of 1973, Princeton’s first co-ed four-year graduating class, the death of Hodding Carter III ’57, the Montana ban on TikTok, and the dissolution of the National Assembly in Ecuador.

The Fight for Jugtown ft. Louisa Gheorghita — Monday, May 12th 12.05.2023

Today, we cover a protest in Jugtown, the government’s lifting of the Title 42 migration order, and a ruling from the Pakistani Supreme Court over the arrest of its ex-Prime Minister. You can read more of Louisa Gheorghita and Lia Opperman's reporting here , or at dailyprincetonian.com. You can read more about Princeton's proposed food waste program here . 

Dean of Faculty Gene Jarrett ft. Julian Hartman-Sigall — Monday, May 8 08.05.2023

Content Warning: This episode includes reference to gun violence and death Today, we cover an interview with Dean of Faculty Gene Jarrett ’97, newly approved minors, a shooting in Allen, Texas and the coronation of King Charles the 3rd. Key Takeaways from Dean Jarrett Interview https://www.dailyprincetonian.com/article/2023/05/four-key-takeaways-interview-dean-faculty-gene-jarrett-faculty-dean-div...

The Case for a Racism Research Center ft. Lucia Wetherill — Friday, May 5 05.05.2023

Today, we cover an opinion piece from a group of Black alumni on the lack of University support for racism research, the recent shooting in Atlanta, and a new lawsuit against former President Donald Trump alleging sexual assault. 

The Honor Committee Since 2017 ft. Julian Hartman-Sigall — Wednesday, May 3 03.05.2023

Today, we cover student perspectives on the honor committee, an update on the sudden removal of Princeton High School’s principal, a major deployment of U.S. troops to the southern border, and the looming threat of a default on the national debt. Read more of Julian Hartman-Sigall's reporting on the Honor Committee here , or at dailyprincetonian.com Read more on the controversy at Princeton High S...

Waka Flocka Flame Extinguished by Rain ft. Tess Weinreich — Monday, May 1 01.05.2023

Today, we cover the spring Lawnparties experience, the reversal of North Carolina Supreme Court Decisions on Voting Laws and Pope Francis’s new willingness to return stolen artifacts. Lawnparties Piece - https://www.dailyprincetonian.com/article/2023/04/princeton-university-spring-lawnparties-rain-wacka-flocka-flame

Zooming in on the Garden Theater ft. Mira Eashwaran — Friday, Apr. 28 28.04.2023

Today, we cover the presence of the Garden Theatre in town, Disney’s lawsuit against Florida governor Ron DeSantis, and updates on the Crisis in Sudan.  Princeton Garden Theatre - https://www.dailyprincetonian.com/article/2023/04/keeping-princeton-garden-theatre-alive-renovation-pandemic

Princeton Peer Nightline: Mental healthcare for students, by students 28.04.2023

Daybreak goes behind the scenes at Princeton Peer Nightline, an anonymous peer listening service run entirely by students. We take a look at its history, operations, and investigate the gaps it fills in mental health care on Princeton’s campus. 

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