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For this year's College Radio Day, Mako Radio was selected as the Florida State Headquarters out of more than 150 college and community radio stations. In this segment, Dr. Eric Mason, digital faculty adviser for Mako Media Network, interviewed Eleni Angelos, president of Nature Club, Corinne Renshaw, president of Epsilon Eta Sigma Chapter and Isabelle Sigal, fundraising chair of Green Sharks, rai...

For this year's College Radio Day, Mako Radio was selected as the Florida State Headquarters out of more than 150 college and community radio stations. Dr. Eric Mason, digital faculty adviser for Mako Media Network, interviewed Dr. Cheryl Duckworth to the HCAS/DCRS "Let's Talk About It" Election Dialogues!

For this year's College Radio Day, Mako Radio was selected as the Florida State Headquarters out of more than 150 college and community radio stations. Alex Hernández kicked off College Radio Day with the theme of "Soundtrack of Democracy," leading through an eventful and historic day that you won't want to miss!

This episode of Off The Record featured amazing segments starting with our five minute news report where Bryce Johnson aka DJ Gentle gave an update on pressing news cycling throughout campus such as women’s pro soccer, arts exhibits, and more. In the theme of arts, we were joined by Carey Courson where she interviewed artist and muralist Mwanel Pierre-Louis, as she dived into his latest event wher...

What is the Society of Animation, Gaming, and Entertainment, what condiment do UK pubgoers wrestle in, and who inspired David Bowie's simple-minded character from the song "Jean Genie"? Find out in this episode of “That’s News to Us,” featuring Dr. Evan Haskell and students from NSU student club SAGE--the Society of Animation, Gaming, and Entertainment: Geneve Fredette, Revanth Madamsetty, and Chr...

On this episode of The B-Side, Mike Lynn, Dr. Mario D'Agostino and Alex Hernández talk about media formats - such as records and cassettes - and explore why modern indie artists still publish them!

This week’s Off The record included amazing segments which started off a quick five minute news report by Bryce Johnson also known as DJ Gentle aka Bryce Johnson, followed by an interesting, prerecorded interview with Carey Courson and Miami City Theatre’s Artistic Director, Margaret Ledford talking about everything her job entails. In honor of Hispanic Heritage month starting on the 15th of Septe...

What does it take to work for Mako Radio, how many convicted murderers wrote songs for the Beach Boys’ 20/20 album, and what exactly is “cucumber time”? Find out in this episode of “That’s News to Us,” featuring Dr. Megan Fitzgerald—NSU Faculty and Mako Media Network adviser—as well as students who work for Mako Media Network: Will Rupprecht, Marlee Card, and Zach Mueller.    “That’s News to Us” i...

Today's episode of Off The Record x B-Side, hosted by Jonesia Martimbor, Denisia Martimbor, and Assistant Director of Student Media Michael Lynn, marked the farewell for graduating host Denisia Martimbor as well as staff members Yosef Nahon, and Ana Azambuja. Leaders from each section of Mako Media Network shared a recap of the semester and expectations for the next. Dr. Mario D’Agostino and Micha...

On this episode of “That’s News To Us,” Dr. Eric Mason featured Carlo Ricchi, Adjunct Faculty and director of the Mako Band – as well as students from the Mako Band and Bossa Nova Chorale, including Heidi Hellenbrand and Nathalie Marin – on NSU news, as well as current events! “That’s News to Us” is Mako Radio’s news quiz show, where guests compete in games built around current and wacky news. It...

This Off the Record featured a packed and intriguing lineup, starting with an informative interview with Jeremy Ignatius from Green Sharks in honour of Earth Day, followed by a CAPS office update given by the amazing Johnny Kevorkian. Kristen Anti also stopped by to give us the full scoop on a new exciting collaboration called One NSU where different initiatives on campus such as Pawsitivity was d...

On this episode of The B-Side, Mike Lynn and Dr. Mario D'Agostino invited Justin Abonce, Kena Patel, Aashvi Gowrisankar, and Jeraldine Saint Gilles, students from The Protest Song in America Honors Course, to discuss what they learned from this semester! Come explore the history of protest anthems and their origins form secular folk and blues roots!

Nicole Shaker sits down with the band Kiss Bang, based in Los Angeles and made up of Kaya Stewart and Max Mercier. They discuss the new band’s first release ever, “Horrors of Your Hometown EP,” their process of creation, and their plans for future releases.  

On this episode of In The Know, Daja and Luqman cap off their run with an episode about coming of age. The pair look back on how the show has grown alongside them and look forward to how society will grow in the future. Does the world need to take a step back in order to move forward? Is a brighter tomorrow even possible? Tune into this episode of In The Know to find out. 

Today's Off The Record was a dynamic blend of voices and perspectives, hosted by Denisia and Jonesia Martimbor. From Carey Courson's insightful exploration in 'Arts of the Matter' to Amaya Flores's engaging chat with NSU Athlete Bianka Texidor, every segment brought depth and diversity. Ilene Petzold-Bradley shared invaluable insights on Diversity month events, while Ritchy Laguerre shed light on...

Nicole Shaker sits down with Carter Vail, indie rock artist, and discusses with him his most recent release, “Arizona,” his upcoming projects, and his sources of inspiration.

On this artist interview, Carey Courson and Daja Long co-host an interview with NSU's Mako Band - featuring Carlo Ricchi, James Perez (saxophone) and Jacob Elalouf (guitar). The Mako Band will be performing their Spring Concert with the Bossa Nova Chorale on Friday, April 19th!

On this episode of In The Know, Daja and Luqman focus on generational trauma or trauma in general through films and how society goes about resolving the issues of the past. This episode also touching on how gen z might be the generation to break this cycle and heal their wounds. Be sure to tune in every other Thursday from 12:30-1:30pm on 88.5FM for new episodes!

On this episode of The B-Side, Mike Lynn, Dr. Mario D'Agostino and Carey Courson continue to discuss the changes in country music over the past century - as well as other related genres. This episode also discusses the state of country music in college radio today, as well as bluegrass!

On this episode of “That’s News To Us,” Dr. Eric Mason featured Dr. Andrea Nevins, Dean of the Farquhar Honors College – as well as students from the Farquhar Honors College – on NSU news, as well as current events! “That’s News to Us” is Mako Radio’s news quiz show, where guests compete in games built around current and wacky news. It is a collaboration between Mako Radio, housed in NSU’s Departm...

Nicole Shaker, co-editor-in-chief of The Current and reporter and anchor for Mako TV, interviews Tish Melton, up-and-coming singer-songwriter who’s still in high school and is being mentored by Grammy-winning artist Brandi Carlile. They discuss Melton’s debut EP, When We’re Older, which is available for listening on all major streaming platforms.

This episode of Off The Record episode, hosted by Denisia Martimbor and newcomer cohost Jonesia Martimbor, featured interviews with USGA Election presidential candidates Anne Sylvie Jean Louis of The Drive Party and Daniyal Baig of the Shark Surge Party, along with Shawnie Allen from the Office of Campus Life, Photographer Brandon Neal, and Artist Tish Melton. Additionally, Anthony Greaves provide...

On this episode of In The Know, Daja Long and Luqman Gbenro discussed social status and how it ties into the idea of generational wealth, the concept of individualism, and consumerism (which is pushed through the media) - as well as how one could transform this idea of a social ladder into finding a sense of self and creativity, leaning closer to community support. Tune in every other Thursday fro...

On this episode of The B-Side, Mike Lynn, Dr. Mario D'Agostino, Weston Clark, and Carey Courson discuss the changes in country music over the past century. This episode also discusses the state of country music in college radio today, as well as the various subgenres that helped build its many sounds that can be heard across the country!

On the latest episode of In the Know, Daja Long and Luqman Gbenro discussed gender roles and how art both mirrors and influences life. The podcast touches on how gender role stereotypes exist through beauty standards, Chasity norms, parenting expectations and mainstream media’s contribution to the overall discourse. You can listen to the In The Know podcast on Spotify. New episodes air every other...