JHU Film and Media Studies

Created by Will McBride.

The design of everyday sounds. Design is all around us, just like sound. What role do sounds play in our everyday lives? Created by Isabel Won. 

What it means to pass as disabled or non-disabled. Abled investigates how people construct their identities around disability, asking questions such as, “why do people try to conceal or emphasize their disabilities?” Each episode is focused on a different type of disability and explores the complexities of passing. Created by Tali Lesser. 

The podcast I wish younger me had when I was growing up as a multiracial woman in the US. Taisse is “Yang and Hungry” (for food always!) but mainly to learn more about herself and her guests as she navigates through topics like dating, relationships, mental health, ethnicity/race, and life in general. Join her as she shares her journey growing up as a multiracial daughter of immigrants and the lif...

Tell me yours, and I’ll tell you mine. Twenty-somethings here to reveal the things you’ve tucked away—the messy, the dirty, the awkward. Get ready to talk about relationships, sex, college, friendships, and that whole growing up thing we do. Basically, when life gives you lemons, fuck it up or *cough cough* suck up the seeds. Created by Addy Perlman.

Life is hard. . . . Let’s talk about it. Who needs therapy when you have me? Jk we all do. Stretch out on your favorite couch, close ur eyes, and get ready to open up. Everyone struggles to some degree so let’s get personal with anonymous interviews detailing the mental health journeys of real people, chat about what mental health even is, and how to improve it. Spoiler alert: it’s different for e...

What parents don’t know. Does the idea of boarding school bring to mind games of Quidditch on the quad or midnight feasts in the commons? Fans of Catcher in the Rye, Dead Poet’s Society, and Harry Potter are about to be sorely disappointed. From the hook-up culture to friendships to school dramas to college prep, hear about an aspect of boarding school that may surprise you. Created by Huong Nguye...

It’s not you, it’s him.   Here we discuss common red flags in relationships. We’ve all been there—missed something we should have seen, wondering where we went wrong. Before you assume you’re crazy, know you aren’t the only one. Created by Cindy Xiong.

Exploring, celebrating, and critically analyzing the beautiful game.   From the ecstasy of World Cup glory to the corruption scandals plaguing the game, we dive into what makes the world’s most popular sport so great, and what is holding it back from becoming even greater. Created by Alejandro MacLean.

Don’t be shy, post some more. A weekly podcast that reads and discusses some of the funniest and perhaps questionable Reddit posts through single-person narration and interview format. Created by Ellie Chang.

How the world leaves its imprint on us. Tell a story that describes the experience of seeing _____ without describing its physical traits. Each episode of What the Sky Is Made Of consists of a collection of stories that creates an image of a specific element, such as the sky, the ocean, or rain, through the personal associations we make with them. The element at the center of each episode is revea...

4Hop is a weekly podcast where four Johns Hopkins students discuss the pressing and light-hearted topics of student life. Created by Ivia María Bou Delgado.

4Hop is a weekly podcast where four Johns Hopkins students discuss the pressing and light-hearted topics of student life.  Created by Ivia María Bou Delgado.

An exploration of a museum’s collections of stories. Join me in considering the artistic and historical narratives of museum exhibits beyond the objects on display. Muse with Me is a modern take on the traditional museum audio guide, but more of a curation of details and interpretations than a recitation of facts. Created by Camila Camacho. 

The real lives of working women. 6:00 to 10:00 gives voice to working women by asking, “What does it mean to you to be a woman in the workforce?”, and exploring stories of empowerment, inequity, and challenges beyond the 9:00 to 5:00 such as family-work-life balance.  Created by Lillie Caravati.

Exploring the 1st and 5th edition monster manuals from Ankheg to Xorn. The first formal “Monster Manual” for Dungeons and Dragons was published in 1977, and the hobby has grown considerably from what it was forty years ago. This podcast traces the history of the monsters as they evolved between the two publications, noting what has changed and what has stayed constant. This particular episode focu...

Just how different can two sides of a story be? Tim Peterson narrates stories from his life, while seeking out other perspectives that can drastically change the story that is being told. These stories include challenge, perseverance, and lessons to be learned. Created by Tim Peterson.

‘Choppin’ it up ‘n’ breakin’ it down. It’s 2020 and you’re a young woman from Brooklyn. You’re trying to navigate college life, ever-evolving cultural and political warfare, and identities at all intersections, all the while keeping it cute. Now ain’t that some sh*t. Join us as we break it up and chop it down every week, no funny sh*t. Hosted by Lydia Kitty Burns and Georgia-Rae Lyken. Intro/Outro...

A journey through the television shows of our childhoods. A defining aspect of childhood is watching cartoons on Saturday morning. How did these shows influence us and why were they so appealing? Were they even any good? These questions (and more) are what we hope to answer as we look back and discuss the shows that entranced us in the weekends of our youth. Created by Thomas Nishimoto.

Interviews with masked criminals and how they were defeated by some meddling kids. Every week I interview someone who committed a crime while wearing a mask. I speak to them to learn who they are, why they did it, and how their plan was eventually foiled by a team of meddling kids and their dog. Produced in collaboration with Coolsville State Penitentiary. For my first interview I have the opportu...

Cutting through fencing history. En Garde brings listeners into the inner workings of fencing, going back in time. We look at the history, practices, and important figures in fencing history. All of this just so we can learn how to kill each other better with sharp blade. Created by Ted Tak.

A social podcast. With quarantine looming over us, four friends, Quinn, Alexis, Raphand Sophie, decided to start a movie club where once a week they watch a movie, discuss it and bring the audience into the conversation with them. Check out all of our episodes at  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dont-talk-about-movie-club/id1507427630 . 

What’s the bizz with this fizz?  TGIF! Every Friday catch what’s bubbling under the surface as we cap off the week with some cool stories about little-known soft drinks. Discover new refreshing favorites and explore new cultures, and you’ll know what’s popping!  Created by Katherine Paul. 

Helping laymen get laid.  Ever want to learn a little bit more about sex? Quickie will get you smarter in nine minutes or less.  Created by Jane O'Dwyer. 

Uncovering the truth behind the lies.  Coincidence? Cover up? . . . or curious conspiracy? Join us as we uncover the truth behind the most probable and most riveting conspiracy theories from around the world. We invite experts and interview strangers to test the validity and acceptance of these mind-bending theories.  Created by Rahul Naik.