The Panther Pod

Florida’s proposed “Don’t Say Gay” bill passed in a 69-47 vote in the Florida House. It will now move onto the Florida Senate. The bill states that “Classroom instruction by school personnel or third parties on sexual orientation or gender identity may not occur in kindergarten through grade three.” President Biden criticized the bill for being anti-LGBTQ+, while Florida Governor DeSantis supporte...

Chai, a spiced tea originating in India, has gained popularity as a latte in the past few years. This week, The Panther Pod compares chai lattes from different shops near campus to find the best one, so that you don’t have to. Created by ABBY LITTLE and SHANNON STANTON, Podcast Editors

The U.S. Olympic Medicine Team is a group of highly skilled doctors, nurses, orthopedics and other medical professionals that attend each iteration of the Olympic Games alongside athletes to aid in their success or help in times of need. These positions are highly coveted and are done completely voluntarily and uncompensated. This week, Podcast Editor Abby Little sits down with her aunt, Ronni Lit...

In this episode, The Panther Pod talks with Tee Chu, a freshman public relations and advertising major, about her experience attending Chapman as an international student in comparison to her academic and social life in Vietnam. Created and edited by SHANNON STANTON, Podcast Editor

This week, The Panther Pod discusses the 2022 Academy Award nominations that were announced Feb. 8 along with diversity in the Oscars this year and in years past. Created by ABBY LITTLE and SHANNON STANTON, Podcast Editors

Over the last month, “The Joe Rogan Experience” — a podcast series on Spotify — has been making headlines for its discussions surrounding COVID-19 vaccinations. The controversy has caused artists to pull their discography from the platform and sparked discussions surrounding censorship. In this episode, Podcast Editor Abby Little sits down with sophomore screenwriting major Bella Gerencser, co-hos...

Chapman University’s sorority recruitment was held Jan. 26 to Jan. 30, with the first two days held on Zoom and the remaining two days in-person. In this episode, The Panther talks to junior screenwriting major Devon Sheehan, president of Chapman’s Kappa Kappa Gamma sorority and Serena Park, a freshman political science major who just underwent the recruitment process. Created and edited by SHANNO...

Chapman University looks no further than their own student body when it comes to filling different employment opportunities across campus. For today’s segment of "Chapman Behind the Scenes," The Panther gathered three students who work in varying departments to talk about the hiring process, their experiences working at the university and more. In order of introduction, the students featured in th...

This week, the Panther compares bagel joints near campus to find out the best tasting bagels, so that you don't have to. Learn more about Sodexo's ownership and management of private prisons: Bronzefield Justice Business Failing Healthcare Created by COURTNEY ARCHERD, SHANNON STANTON and ABBY LITTLE, Staff Podcast Creators. Edited by COURTNEY ARCHERD, Podcast Editor

The Panther holds a discussion with Katharine Johnson and Rachel Kang, two current sorority members at Chapman, on how their identity affects their experiences in a predominantly white institution. Created by ABBY LITTLE, Staff Podcast Creator. Edited by COURTNEY ARCHERD, Podcast Editor

In this episode, The Panther talks to student-artist and small business owner Brianna Schatt about her jewelry shop on Etsy, @bybriannarebecca. Check out Schatt's store here . Created by SHANNON STANTON, Staff Podcast Creator. Edited by COURTNEY ARCHERD, Podcast Editor

On this episode of Chapman Behind the Scenes, The Panther walks around the Orange Home Grown Farmers & Artisans Market to hear stories from the local artists, growers and chefs. Listen in and make sure to stop by the marketplace, which occurs Saturdays from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. at Palm Ave. and Cypress St. Created by DANIEL PEARSON, Staff Podcast Creator. Edited by COURTNEY ARCHERD, Podcast Editor

A rally was held in the Orange Circle Oct. 30, promoting general anti-mask and anti-vaccine sentiments along with other loosely affiliated viewpoints regarding mandates in general. The Panther went down to interview some participants in the protest for their opinions. For further information on this rally, check out The Panther Newspaper here . Other resources to curb the spread of COVID-19 misinf...

After an anti-mask change.org petition made its rounds through campus, The Panther interviewed various students to surmise their take on this matter. Should we prioritize individual freedoms over the general health of the public? How long will these restrictions last? Other resources: How does wearing your mask protect yourself as well as others? How does the COVID-19 vaccine work? Created and edi...

On this segment of “Chapman Behind the Scenes,” The Panther talks to Randy Burba, chief of Public Safety, about the blue light emergency system on campus — a safety measure placed on campuses across the country. Created by SHANNON STANTON, Staff Podcast Creator. Edited by COURTNEY ARCHERD, Podcast Editor

Do students feel safe during in-person classes? Is Chapman effectively communicating with its students and faculty? Is Chapman doing enough to protect us from COVID-19?  This week, The Panther gets the answers to these important questions through a deep dive into the attitudes and opinions of the general student body regarding Chapman’s handling of the pandemic. Stay tuned for part two of thi...

In this segment of “Chapman Behind the Scenes,” The Panther sits down with Nanci Kelham and Ethan, two lead actors in the recent production of “Tartuffe” by Moliére. This was Chapman’s College of Performing Art’s most recent play that was shown Oct 14-17. These two actors share some behind the scenes production stories about how a 16th century classic was adapted into a modern hit, performed by so...

In this episode, The Panther talks to student-artist Griffen Jones about his new EP, "Songs from my Spaceship," and life as a student at Chapman. To listen to Jones’ music, check out the Spotify link here. Created by SHANNON STANTON, Staff Podcast Creator. Edited by COURTNEY ARCHERD, Podcast Editor

On this episode of “Chapman Behind the Scenes,” Chapman's Latinx Club joins the Panther Pod to talk about what they've been up to around campus for Latin Heritage Month. Stay tuned until the end to hear what events Latinx Club has planned next and how to get involved, no matter your cultural background. Created by DANIEL PEARSON, Staff Podcast Creator. Edited by COURTNEY ARCHERD, Podcast Editor

On this episode, The Panther speaks with Patricia Flores, the program director at Orange County Environmental Justice (OCEJ). OCEJ is a nonprofit group that “fights for environmental justice by mobilizing and empowering marginalized community members.” Flores explains the role of the OCEJ, the biggest campaigns its held and some of the best ways Chapman students can help fight for local equality i...

On this episode of The Panther Podcast we speak with Patricia Flores, the program director at Orange County Environmental Justice. OCEJ is a nonprofit group that “fights for environmental justice by mobilizing and empowering marginalized community members” Patricia explains to me what they do at OCEJ, the biggest campaigns they’ve held, and some of the best ways Chapman students can help fight for...

This week, The Panther looks at results from the 2021 California gubernatorial recall election, learns more about voter turnout and explores local resources for civic engagement (such as the links below). OC Registrar of Voters Chapman University Civic Engagement Created by SHANNON STANTON, Staff Podcast Creator. Edited by COURTNEY ARCHERD, Podcast Editor

This week, The Panther examines the viral change.org petition: Do Better Chapman. Sign the petition here. Special thanks this week to Isaac Marziali and Davis DuBose-Marler Created by DANIEL PEARSON and SHANNON STANTON, Staff Podcast Creators. Edited by COURTNEY ARCHERD, Podcast Editor

An update from Chapman’s department of Public Safety coupled with a session of the “The Panther Pod: Outdoors” where we talk about how current students feel about diversity on campus. Created by SHANNON STANTON, Staff Podcast Creator. Edited by COURTNEY ARCHERD, Podcast Editor

On the second episode of “Chapman Behind the Scenes,” The Panther Pod interviews vendors at the Orange International Street Fair to hear about what some local businesses and nonprofits are advocating for. Special thanks this week to: Roberto Flores, Ted Okata, Cynthia Coral, Alex, Gloria C and Charles Baca. Support Mary’s Kitchen here! Created by DANIEL PEARSON, Staff Podcast Creator. Edited by CO...