YDN Podcast Desk

Sanjena Sathian '13 — author of Gold Diggers — talks with Serena Puang '23 and Suraj Singareddy '25 about growing up Indian-American in Atlanta's suburbs, her undergraduate experience, and working in Mumbai as a foreign correspondent. This is part 1 of a 2-part interview. Produced by Suraj Singareddy '25 and Serena Puang '23. Music by Blue Dot Sessions.

In this episode, Nick Vilay '25 sits down with guests Natasha Weiss ‘25 and Andrew Cramer ‘25, representatives of The Yale Record, and Yale Daily News staff columnist Ariane de Gennaro ‘25. They discuss Yale’s use of the word “equity” in recent storage announcements as well as the implications of devaluing inclusive spaces on campus. Producers: Sophie Molden '26, Nick Vilay '25 Music f...

Natalie Brown ‘25, a sophomore in TD and the composer of "For Colored Girls,"  talks with Suraj Singareddy '25 about how she began writing songs, the process of creating a musical and the pressures that come with adapting Ntozake Shange's seminal play.  Produced by Joanne Lee '26 and Suraj Singareddy '25 Music by Blue Dot Sessions

In this episode, Sophie Molden '26 sits down with Zahra Yarali '24, the president of the Muslim Students Association, to discuss the progress, success and future of the student-led movement for religious housing accommodations in light of the new housing system implemented by Yale this year. Guest: Zahra Yarali '24 Producers: Sophie Molden '26, Diego Alderete Sanchez '25, Nick...

In this episode, host Xavier Guaracha '25 sits down with Shervin Dehmoubed '25, recent Forbes 30-under-30 honoree. Shervin discusses a typical day balancing being student athlete and CEO of EcoPackables, his previous endeavors in business and what’s to come in the future. Guests: Shervin Dehmoubed '25 Producers: Xavier Guaracha '25, Suraj Singareddy '25 Music: Blue Dot Sessions

Manasi Subramaniam, the Editor-in-Chief of Penguin Random House India and a 2022 World Fellow, talks with Suraj Singareddy '25 and Eli Tsung '25 about translated literature in South Asia, her personal and professional journey and what being a publisher means to her. Produced by Joanne Lee '26, Suraj Singareddy '25 and Eli Tsung '25. Music by Blue Dot Sessions.

Manasi Subramaniam, the Editor-in-Chief of Penguin Random House India and a 2022 World Fellow, talks with Suraj Singareddy '25 and Eli Tsung '25 about translated literature in South Asia, her personal and professional journey and what being a publisher means to her. Produced by Joanne Lee '26, Suraj Singareddy '25 and Eli Tsung '25. Music by Blue Dot Sessions.

Are you a gatekeeper? Why does representation matter? Alyssa Michel ‘24 sits down with Abiba Biao, Rebekah Moore and Markeshia Ricks in order to understand how identity impacts journalism. Join us for the first segment of a two-part podcast series about the importance of Black journalism. Here we explore the duties of being a gatekeeper and the importance of community. Guests: Abiba Biao, Markeshi...

What does it mean to farm while Black? Alyssa Michel ‘24 discusses urban agriculture with Dishaun Harris, New Haven urban farmer and owner of Root Life. The duo discuss how community gardens combat food apartheid and generate belonging in New Haven communities. This podcast was produced in conjunction with an article titled “'We grow community:' how urban agriculture has sprouted in New Haven.” Gu...

Speaking up is hard, but PodIn New Haven makes it easy. Alyssa Michel ‘24 sits down with Janae Branham and Rebekah Moore, two seasoned podcasters paving the way for the voices of New Haven teens to be heard with PodIn New Haven, a free program in which teens learn the ins and outs of podcasting. Join us for a podcast about podcasts, discussing the importance of self expression and community buildi...

This is a Valentine’s Day Special with your (one-time) V-day host, Tiffani Baik '26. In this episode, we discuss dating in college—more specifically, dating at Yale. Whether you’re single or complicated, you’ll want to get in on this issue where we answer your most burning questions, including: can you find the love of your life at Yale? Do long distance relationships really work? Guests: Fir...

Welcome to the inaugural episode of Modern Love @ Yale, a podcast that explores all the different ways that love manifests itself on Yale’s campus. What was the song that taught you about love? What was the song that was the backdrop to your first love? Our hosts, Anouk Yeh '26 and Pranet Sharma '26, work to unpack what love means to Yalies as they respond to listener submissions from Ashley Choi...

Grace and Owen from the Rundown desk discuss Netflix’s Dahmer - Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story, the controversy surrounding the series and how it fits into the wider weird vibes of true crime media. Producers: Grace Ellis (‘25) & Owen Curtin (‘26) Music: Palms Down

Naho Abe rose to Fizz fame when a picture of her cooking was posted to the app. She started cooking at Yale as a way to keep in touch with her roots, as she missed the Japanese food she used to eat back at home. While the Yale Daily News has published an article about Naho’s rise to prominence and her cooking, this episode would focus more on Naho’s background, her cooking journey, and her experie...

In this episode, Anouk Yeh '26 and Pranet Sharma '26 interview Jessica Kasamoto GRD '28 and Alexandra Martinez-Garcia '26 about why Yalies should get influenza vaccinations and booster shots, and where the University has made them available.  Produced by Pranet Sharma, Anouk Yeh, Alyssa Michel  Music from Blue Dot Sessions.

In this episode, Ashley Choi '26 and Anouk Yeh '26 interview Gia-Bao Dam '26 and Alexandra Martinez-Garcia '26 about how Yale students can defend themselves against seasonal viruses and seasonal affective disorder. Produced by Ashley Choi, Anouk Yeh, Alyssa Michel Music from Blue Dot Sessions.

In this episode, Collyn Robinson '25 interviews Pranava Dhar '25 and Alex Ye '25 about the goal of Yale's distributional requirements, the feasibility of the science credit for non-STEM majors, and how professors venture to make classes accessible.  Produced by Collyn Robinson, Alyssa Michel  Music from Blue Dot Sessions.

Logan George ‘25 talks with Suraj Singareddy ‘25 and Joanne Lee ‘26 about growing up in Montrose, Houston’s Gay Neighborhood, seeing Pride change over the years, and how that impacted her own relationship with queer identity. Guest: Logan George Producers: Joanne Lee, Suraj Singareddy Music: Blue Dot Sessions

In this episode, Alejandro Rojas interviews Resty Fufunan about how Yale student groups are rallying in support of affirmative action, and Layan Nazzal takes cross campus to see what other Yalies think about the topic. Produced by Alejandro Rojas, Layan Nazzal, and Nick Vilay. Music from Blue Dot Sessions.

Chris Gumina '26 and Owen Curtin '26 introduce themselves and discuss the value of art. Listen for a scintillating conversation about Taylor Swift, throwing soup at the Mona Lisa, and everything in between. Guests: Chris Gumina '26 and Owen Curtin '26 Producers: Chris Gumina '26 Music: Palms Down

Julia Ilias '25 sits down with Anabel Moore '25 as they discuss youth sports, bad coaches and her future in medicine. This is the first installation of a two-part special, chronicling Moore’s journey from youth success all the way to her participation in the Jamaica's national soccer team. Guest: Anabel Moore Producers: Xavier Guaracha, Ruth Lee, Julia Ilias Music: Blue Dot Sessions

In this episode, Nick Vilay sits down with Ariane De Gennaro while she reflects on her time in Yale’s Directed Studies program. Carter Dewees interviews students for the new “Cross Campus” segment to gain new perspectives about DS. Produced by Carter Dewees and Nick Vilay. Music from Blue Dot Sessions.

Georgiana Grinstaff sits down with Ariel Kim and Audrey Kim, founders of the Yale Visual Artist Collective (YVAC). Listen to find out more about their work and creative process as well as how to get involved in YVAC! Guests: Ariel Kim & Audrey Kim Producers: Georgiana Grinstaff Music: Blue Dot Sessions

This episode of Attune features two short stories and one audio drama. The first short story is titled “Half Remembered Dream,” written by Derek Chen, voiced by Se Ri Lee, with original music by Atticus Margulis-Ohnuma. The second short story is titled “Galatea,” written by Julia Wojtkowski, voiced by Chris Song, with original music by Amelia Lake. The audio drama is titled “Reincarnate Me—Or Else...

This episode of Attune features two short stories and two poems. The first short story is titled “A Dirtbag Cleans House”; it was written and voiced by John Brockmeier, and directed by Laura Palacio Londono. The second short story is titled “For a Friend Who is at a Distance,” written and voiced by Isabelle Thomas, and also directed by Laura Palacio Londono. The two poems are titled: “Autumn Walk...