Reynolds Media Lab
Reynolds HotBox
Reynolds HotBox is a podcast for university students in the Reno, Nevada area by students from the Reynolds School of Journalism, looking into a wide range of topics, from sports to pop culture to student issues.
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May 8, 2026
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Episodes
What does Jeff Choate Think of Transfer Portal? Bonus Quick Pack 20.01.2026 0:53
On a bonus episode of Quick Pack Recap, host Madeleine Gomes breaks down some comments left by Nevada Football Head Coach Jeff Choate after some transfer portal drama.
Quick Pack Recap for January 20, 2026 20.01.2026 0:53
Tommy Mondani previews tonight's men's basketball game between the Nevada Wolf Pack and San Jose State.
Dealing with Injuries as a D1 Student Athlete 09.11.2025 3:08
For most athletes, the field feels like home. A place where hours of training and teamwork come together. But as Ally Larkin reports when injury strikes, that home can start to feel very far away.
Works on Felt and Melodies of Certain Damage at UNR 17.10.2025 4:25
Naama Tsabar, a popular sculpture and performance artist, currently has two of her works in the John and Geraldine Lilley Museum of Art on the UNR campus until mid-November. Just last week, Tsabar performed an exclusive performance on her sculptures in the exhibit. Reporter Sara Ewing has more insight on Tsabar's performance.
The Cost of Independence for Nevada Students 10.10.2025 3:51
Like many young adults across the country, college age residents of northern Nevada are feeling the pinch with the rise of the cost of living while wages remain stagnant. Reporting by April McCutcheon.
The Art of Thrifting is Getting More Refined 10.10.2025 2:00
Earlier this year President Donald Trump passed an executive order abolishing a tax exemption on packages $800 dollars or less. With prices rising on clothing orders from outside the United States reporter Gwenyth Fahrney explored how some students at the University of Nevada, Reno are dodging high prices.
At the Zumba Class at the University of Nevada 10.10.2025 4:51
Like many people in early adulthood, students at the University of Nevada, Reno (UNR) are searching for ways to stay active, be involved in the community, and make friends with others. For three students in their twenties, the biweekly Zumba classes at the UNR gym fulfill all that. Maddie Gauthier reports.
Rising Housing Costs Challenge Reno Students On and Off Campus 10.10.2025 3:12
After freshman year, University of Nevada, Reno students are no longer required to live on campus. But as new student housing complexes continue to rise around the university, many are left wondering — are the amenities worth the price? And how do students manage the growing costs of rent, utilities, and tuition while trying to focus on their education? Reporting by Leila Pace-Murphy.
Behind the Scenes: Ceramic Society’s Paint Your Own Pottery 10.10.2025 3:16
At the University of Nevada, Reno, the Ceramic Society opens its doors twice each semester, inviting students from all backgrounds to paint their own pottery. What starts as a fun, hands-on art project soon becomes much more, a fundraiser to help students attend the National Council on Education for the Ceramic Arts (NCECA). This event takes them far beyond the classroom to explore the world of ce...
The Delicate Balancing Act Between School and Sports for D1 Athletes 10.10.2025 3:51
Balancing school and sports as a Division I athlete requires discipline, mental fortitude, and often, late nights with little rest. Student-athletes at the University of Nevada say the workload both on the field and in the classroom can be overwhelming. For junior women's soccer forward Charlotte Bonney, one of the hardest parts is staying mentally present in class after long training days. “You e...
No Show Choppa: The 2025 ASUN concert that never was. 06.10.2025 16:50
After the highly anticipated NLE Choppa ASUN concert was canceled, students were left with questions and little answers. Until now, in this episode of Reynolds Sandbox we sat down with two students who worked with ASUN during the planning process to unpack what really happened behind the scenes. Hosted by Leila Pace-Murphy, Rex and Rob.
Exploring the Campus “Pisser” Trend 03.10.2025 14:00
In this episode of the Reynolds Hotbox, host Jack Carlisle is joined by RSJ students Riley Overstreet, Ally Larkin, and Maddie Gauthier to discuss the internet trend sweeping the nation: campus “pissers”. They break down what the trend is, why it has gained so much popularity, and how it has affected the UNR community.
The Dangers of Doomscrolling 02.10.2025 31:03
James Perez sits down with Sara Ewing, Nicolas Scolaro, and Truett Knepp to talk about their experiences with doom scrolling on social media, how it impacts their lives, and why it’s such an issue in the current age.
Half Asleep, Fully Anxious at the University of Nevada 02.10.2025 26:46
Gwenyth Fahrney, Amanda Avilla and April McCutcheon discuss the effect stress causes on college students. They also listen in on a previous interview with Natalie, who talks about both the physical and psychological effects stress can cause.
How Students View the Bad Bunny Controversy at Super Bowl 60 01.10.2025 6:01
On this latest Reynold Hotbox student reporters Tommy Mondani, Emilio Milo, and Jake Santiago discussed Bad Bunny’s upcoming Super Bowl performance, which has been met with controversy from some quarters, including conservative voices.
PACK AI at Nevada: Journalism Students React 03.09.2025 4:50
Journalism students Emilio Milo, Beth Laslo, and Amanda Avilla, discuss Pack AI on the latest Hotbox episode. Pack AI is a new initiative starting this semester at the University of Nevada, Reno, that has had mixed reactions since its announcement.
Web Bros: Flicks, Bricks, and Sentiments 11.05.2025 1:11:41
In the season one finale of the Web Bros Podcast, James Perez, Bobby Diaz, and Elijah Reyes talk about their time together in the cinema, the new LEGO Marvel releases, reflect on their time in the Reynolds Hotbox and the RSJ, and share what’s to come for the Web Bros.
Echoes of Resistance: The UNR Governor’s Day Protest 09.05.2025 28:43
Join hosts Sophia Nebesky and Piper Heath as they uncover the 1970 anti-war demonstrations that rocked the University of Nevada, Reno campus in the wake of Nixon's decision to send U.S. troops into Cambodia and the subsequent Kent State shootings. Through oral histories and an interview with history professor Dr. Christopher von Nagy, they examine how the university's response to faculty involveme...
Hot Takes with Confessions of a Hot Mess 02.05.2025 45:45
In this episode of Web Bros, James Perez, Bobby Diaz, and Elijah Reyes unpack anonymous college confessions submitted by UNR students and share their own hot takes on campus relationship life. They’re joined by special guest Emily Hess, a journalist, editor, and Confessions of a Hot Mess columnist, who brings her unique perspective to the conversation.
Quick Pack Recap: Nevada Softball on All Cylinders 30.04.2025 1:32
Sia Liilii has our last quick pack recap of the season, focusing on Nevada's winning softball team.
Web Bros: Through the Web of Love 18.04.2025 1:06:03
On the latest episode of Web Bros, James Perez, Bobby Diaz, and Elijah Reyes weave through their web of love. From middle school crushes to lessons learned, they open up about past relationships and share what they hope to find in the future.
Quick Pack Recap: Nevada Football Faces Challenging Offseason 15.04.2025 1:01
Vance Russell looks in detail into the Wolf Pack's football transfer portal with lots of departures, in what is shaping up to be a challenging offseason, after a string of difficult seasons.
Insights from a University Student Who is Also a Cam Girl 11.04.2025 21:23
On this episode of the Reynolds Hotbox, Elijah Reyes presents the interview he had with a student who does pornography on the chatroom website Chaturbate. This episode covers the why and how, the risks and who the student is behind the screen. Find this episode via our links or by looking for Reynolds Hotbox where you get your podcasts.
Web Bros: First We Pod Then, We Cast… 11.04.2025 24:08
On this episode of the Reynolds Hotbox, James Perez, Bobby Diaz, and Elijah Reyes craft their thoughts on the recent Minecraft movie that swung its way to theaters last weekend With memes spawning from the movie causing its popularity and chaos to McDonald’s and their Minecraft-themed toys, this episode talks everything about the Minecraft movie.
Nevada: So Are We Having This Concert “Or What”? 04.04.2025 21:46
On this Reynolds Hotbox episode, James Perez, Bobby Diaz & Elijah Reyes unpack the last-minute cancellation of the ASUN Spring Concert. Hear from a Wolf Shop employee who issued refunds & NLE Choppa fans left disappointed.
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