The Daily Texan Audio

From the Archives examines pieces of Austin history through the lens of the University of Texas. In limited series, we’re exploring the history of the land where the UT Austin campus now sits, and those that came before. In this episode, we're looking at the original native Austinites — the Indigenous people who first called this land home. Produced by Harper Carlton, Addie Costello, Aurora Berry,...

What does looking good mean and why does it mean something to you? Students have found themselves re-evaluating their concepts of self-image, taking a positive spin on glam as want instead of a need. Produced by Annabella Chamoun-Ko. Music by Blue Dot Sessions.

While COVID-19 has brought unprecedented barriers this election cycle, TX Votes officer Anthony Zhang discusses how college students can be civically involved and encourage their peers to do the same. Produced by Chloe Young. Music by Blue Dot Sessions.

With the emergence of COVID-19 in the Spring, Sam Gillette found his plans to fulfill his study abroad requirements completely upended. Instead of exploring Morocco and living with a host family, Sam has spent his semester glued to his computer screen taking Moroccan online classes from his apartment in Austin, Texas.

In March, UT Austin's three improv comedy troupes went on hiatus and tried to wait out the COVID-19 pandemic. But with an end not clearly in sight, the troupes are figuring out ways to keep their audiences entertained and continue performing — this time from a distance.

When COVID-19 forced UT Austin to put a hold on its basketball games, spring football scrimmage, and 2020 baseball season, it also ended the competition season for the school's 48 club sports. Now, athletes from the quidditch, wrestling, and powerlifting teams are busy trying to get their seasons back on track despite a global pandemic. Reported by Addie Costello. Music by Blue Dot Sessions.

For decades, the NCAA has barred student athletes from profiting off their names, images, and likenesses in order for the players to keep their amateur status. But where does America's obsession with amateurism stem from? And who does it benefit?

Despite Austin Public Health officials' warnings, UT Austin is holding the first match of the 2020 season with spectators in the stands. In response, students are taking to Twitter to voice their concerns with the gathering of an estimated 25,000 fans. Produced and edited by Harper Carlton. Music by Blue Dot Sessions.

In June 2020, Texas Athletics reported that 13 football players tested positive or presumed positive for COVID-19. With coronavirus threatening the fall sports seasons for schools across the nation, sports reporters Myah, Donnavan, Stephen, and Marcus discuss what universities would look like without football this fall.

Following a nationwide wave of protests in support of the #BlackLivesMatter movement, numerous figures from Texas Athletics programs have spoken out in support of black athletes. Donnavan, Myah, Marcus and Stephen discuss the varied responses over the past week. Produced and edited by Harper Carlton. Music by Blue Dot Sessions.

Odds & Ends cobbles together every story from UT and Austin. This last episode of the semester continues to explore the different ways coronavirus is impacting students’ lives — from academic accommodations to dating and relationships. Hosted by Sara Schleede. Reported by Addie Costello and Mckenna Lucas. Produced by Aurora Berry, Harper Carlton and Divya Jagadeesh. Music by Blue Dot Sessions.

Alex interviews defensive back Caeden Sterns on the role his mother played in his decision to commit to Texas. Produced by Divya Jagadeesh. Music by Nctrnm.

Texas Sports gets together over Zoom for an extended episode to talk about the three Longhorn selections in the NFL Draft, predictions for Texas Basketball's next season, and whether there'll be a full football season in the fall. Produced by Divya Jagadeesh. Music by Nctrnm.

Odds & Ends cobbles together every story from UT and Austin. This episode is all about personal stories from our reporters at home. Hosted by Sara Schleede. Reported by Austin Cheatham, Patricia Lim and Jackie Ibarra. Produced by Aurora Berry, Harper Carlton and Divya Jagadeesh. Music by Blue Dot Sessions.

Odds & Ends cobbles together every story from UT and Austin. This episode explores some of the ways life has changed from the coronavirus outbreak. Hosted by Sara Schleede. Reported by Will Brooks, Melissa Cortes Santiago and Chloe Young. Produced by Aurora Berry, Harper Carlton and Divya Jagadeesh. Music by Blue Dot Sessions and Creative Commons.

Odds & Ends cobbles together every story from UT and Austin. Four of our audio staffers get together over Zoom to chat about the Netflix documentary series Tiger King — from the craziest moments of the show to online reactions on Joe Exotic's fight with Carole Baskin. Hosted by Addie Costello, Will LeHardy, Mckenna Lucas and Wyatt Robb. Produced by Divya Jagadeesh. Music by Lobo Loco.

Odds & Ends cobbles together every story from UT and Austin. This episode includes content created before the coronavirus outbreak. Our future episodes will cover the various ways COVID-19 is affecting the UT community, but for now, enjoy a few stories from a simpler time. Hosted by Sara Schleede. Reported by Austin Cheatham and Chloe Young. Produced by Aurora Berry, Harper Carlton and Divya Jagad...

Donnavan, Alex and Marcus are back for a special shelter-in-place episode to talk about head coach Karen Aston leaving the women's basketball team and Texan Sports' bracket for the best Longhorn ever. Produced by Divya Jagadeesh. Music by Nctrnm.

Odds & Ends cobbles together every story from UT and Austin. This episode includes content created before the coronavirus outbreak. Our future episodes will cover the various ways COVID-19 is affecting the UT community, but for now, enjoy a few stories from a simpler time. Hosted by Sara Schleede. Reported by Melissa Cortes Santiago, Addie Costello, Will Brooks and Wyatt Robb. Produced by Aurora B...

Audio editor Sara Schleede sits down with projects reporter Neelam Bohra to discuss her most recent article, which celebrates World Kidney Day and shares the experiences of those who have had kidney transplants. You can read her story at thedailytexan.com Produced by Sara Schleede. Cover art by Destiny Alexander. Music by Blue Dot Sessions.

Sara talks to Spencer and Savana about Democratic primary results, coronavirus and law firm Husch Blackwell's recommendations for UT's sexual misconduct policies. Also, special guest and projects reporter Chad Lyle talks about student government campaigns and election results. Produced by Will Brooks and Sara Schleede. Music by Blue Dot Sessions.

Odds & Ends cobbles together every story from UT and Austin. UT is iconic in ways both big and small — this episode explores just that. Hosted by Sara Schleede. Reported by Patricia Lim, Austin Cheatham and Jackie Ibarra. Produced by Aurora Berry, Harper Carlton and Divya Jagadeesh. Music from Blue Dot Sessions.

Donnavan, Alex and Marcus this week talk about Texas' continued softball success, the men's basketball team's increased chances in getting to the Big Dance, and whether Marcus is a liar or not. Produced by Divya Jagadeesh. Music by Nctrnm.

Odds & Ends cobbles together every story big and small from UT and Austin. This episode is all about the traditions that connect UT students to their university, city, cultures and each other. Hosted by Sara Schleede. Reported by Addie Costello, Will LeHardy, Mckenna Lucas and Wyatt Robb. Produced by Aurora Berry, Harper Carlton and Divya Jagadeesh. Music from Blue Dot Sessions and Bensound.

Audio producer Aurora Berry sits down with senior life and arts producer Aisling Ayers to discuss the husband and wife musical duo, Ordinary Elephant. Produced by Aurora Berry, Addie Costello, Jackie Ibarra, Will LeHardy, and Chloe Young. Music by Ordinary Elephant and Blue Dot Sessions.