YDN Podcast Desk

Georgiana Grinstaff sits down with members of Yale’s very own Strictly Platonic. Since forming in 2021, the indie band has performed concerts across campus, including Spring Fling 2022, and released two demos on Spotify. Guests: Keith Bruce, Declan Finn, Audrey Hempel, William Min Producers: Georgiana Grinstaff Music: Can You by Strictly Platonic

This episode of Attune features three poems and a short story. The first poem is titled “Bunny Burrow.” It was written by Du Nghiem and voiced by Audrey Yeung. The second and third poems are titled “Lessons” and “My Student Asks Me" and were both written by Jennifer L Freed and voiced by Julia Sulkowski. The last piece is a short story titled “Forever In-Between.” It was written by Hannah Han and...

In this episode of the Yalie recorded on May 8th, 2022, Nick Vilay and Carter Dewees sit down with newly elected YCC President Leleda Beraki to discuss challenges, opportunities, and plans for the future of Yale students. Produced by Nick Vilay, Carter Dewees, and Jerry Feng. Music from Blue Dot Sessions.

Silhouette is a new podcast sharing the stories that make up the Yale community. In this episode, join Ris Igrec '23 as they discuss growing up in Louisiana, independent filmmaking, and authenticity on YouTube. Host: Suraj Singareddy Guest: Ris Igrec Producers: Suraj Singareddy, Eli Tsung, Nawal Naz Tareque, Bea Portela, Kalkidan Kebede and Ife Adeogun Music: Blue Dot Sessions Cover Art: Elizabeth...

In this episode of the Yalie, Georgiana Grinstaff and Nick Vilay sit down with YDN Guest Columnist Oleksii Antoniuk and discuss his experience as a Ukrainian international student at Yale and what his takes are on the Russia-Ukraine Conflict. Produced by Georgiana Grinstaff, Nick Vilay, and Carter Dewees. Music from Blue Dot Sessions. To read Oleksii's article, see here: https://yaledailynews.com/...

Silhouette is a new podcast sharing the stories that make up the Yale community. Join Arden Yum ‘25 as she discusses the journey of producing the Peahce Project, discovering her Asian-American identity, growing up in New York, and expressing her creativity through spaces at Yale. This episode was produced by Ruth Lee and Xavier Guaracha, with research done by Julia Ilias, sound-engineering by Bea...

Seven students discuss how their experiences at Yale have been different from what they’d predicted. Learn more about impostor syndrome, choosing classes, and which residential college has the best amenities. Producers: Sadie Bograd, Sasha Jones, Grace Ellis, Collyn Robinson, Mia Osuna Guests: Bella Osgood, Ruth Lee, Rishika Veer, Court Johnson, Edwin Ruiz Fuentes Music: Blue Dot Sessions

In episode 11 of The Yalie, host Carter Dewees previews Ivy Madness, the Ivy League’s postseason men’s and women’s basketball tournament, taking place this weekend in Boston. Dewees is joined by the News’ men’s basketball reporter William McCormack for an interview with Yale guards Azar Swain ’22 and Jalen Gabbidon ’22, the team’s captain, as they eye two wins and an automatic bid to March Madness...

In this episode of The Rundown, producer Victor Attah ‘25 reacts to the popular Euphoria, the popular HBO Original Series. Listen as Victor gives his hot takes on the most talked-about characters, storylines, and the future of the series.  Producers: Victor Attah and Christion Zappley Music: Blue Dot Sessions

Yale undergraduate students detail their experiences with going to Yale Health, getting Dean’s Excuses, and being productive when ill. Content warning: This episode contains sensitive topics about being sick that may be graphic to some listeners. Producers: Alyssa Michel, Ana Barragan, and Sadie Bograd Guests: Charnice Hoegnifioh, Donovan Kreul, Faith Evanson, and Anabel Moore Music: Blue Dot Sess...

In this episode of the Yalie, a campus news podcast, the News sat down with Jing Tsu, professor of modern Chinese history who served as cultural commentator for NBC at the recent Winter Olympics in Beijing. Hear about what it was like to be behind-the-scenes at an historic — and at times, tense — Olympic Games, as well as more about Tsu’s recently-published, critically-acclaimed book: “Kingdom of...

In episode 9 of the Yalie, Georgiana Grinstaff and Nick Vilay discuss with YDN Reporters Jordan Fitzgerald and Philip Mousavizadeh about four current lawsuits against Yale University regarding the Law School, financial aid, affirmative action, and legacy status. Produced by Nick Vilay, Georgiana Grinstaff, Dante Motley, and Jerry Feng. Music from Blue Dot Sessions.

Join producer Bea Soto '24 as she interviews Lisa Hodermarsky, the head curator for the 'On The Basis of Art Exhibit' held at The Yale University Art Gallery in 2021 celebrating 150 years of women at Yale.  In this episode, Bea and Lisa discuss the intent behind the exhibit, some of Lisa's favorite pieces, Yale's history, and how Yale is changing. Producers: Bea Soto '24, Christion Zappley '2...

Silhouette is a new podcast sharing the stories that makeup the Yale community. In the series premiere, join Zelda Barnz '25 as she discusses writing the HBO show 'Genera+ion', her literary inspirations, queerness and moving away from home. Host: Suraj Singareddy Guest: Zelda Barnz Producers: Suraj Singareddy, Eli Tsung, Nawal Naz Tareque, Kalkidan Kebede and Ife Adeogun Music: Blue Dot Sessions C...

For the 2022 Spring Semester’s season premiere, join producers Christion Zappley ‘24 and Bea Soto ‘24 as they discuss their predictions for the upcoming Academy Awards season. See whether any of their predictions are correct and which you agree or disagree with! Producers: Christion Zappley ‘24, Bea Soto ‘24, and Ava King ‘24 Music: Blue Dot Sessions

In episode 8 of the Yalie, Georgiana Grinstaff and Nick Vilay discuss with YDN Reporter Lucy Hodgman about the reality behind students' experiences with isolation housing at Yale. Produced by Georgiana Grinstaff, Nick Vilay, and Carter Dewees.

Are there black people in Harry Potter? Where were the black people in Gilmore Girls? Four are currently (or formerly) editors at the Yale Daily News– still, that’s a count on one hand list. In this special episode, host Simi Olurin sits down with Awuor Onguru, Caleb Dunson and Marie Sanford to discuss their experiences being the first, being the only and being a black student at the oldest colleg...

Tune in to Episode 7 of the Yalie, where hosts Dante Motley and Carter Dewees sit down with Serena Puang, the editor of the new YDN Investigations Desk, to discuss Yale's contentious "leave of absence" policies. Produced by Dante Motley, Carter Dewees, and Jerry Feng. Music from Blue Dot Sessions.

This episode of Attune features one poem and also the first chapter of an upcoming fantasy novel. The first poem is called “Scary Tales,” written by Ivi Fung, voiced by Sarah McKinnis, with original music by Jonathan Weiss. The chapter is from the novel Babel, written by Rebecca Kuang, and is the first chapter of her upcoming fantasy novel, “Babel or the Necessity of Violence: an Arcane History of...

This episode of Attune features two poems and two short stories: “Saudade,” written by Ivi Fung, voiced by Siena Cizdziel, original music composed by Jonathan Weiss, and directed by Eileen Peng; “In Our Palms, Magic Sings,” written and voiced by Eli White, original music composed by Amelia Lake, co-directed by Slaveya Zaharieva and Laura Palacio Londono; “Birthday,” by Catherine Kausikan, voiced b...

Tune in to episode 6 of The Yalie, where host Carter Dewees talks to the 4 Yale Rhodes Scholars of this year. Produced by Carter Dewees and Jerry Feng. Music from Blue Dot Sessions.

This episode of Attune features two short stories and a radio play. The first short story is titled “Vanishment.” It was written by T.J. Maresca and voiced by Julia Sulkowski. The radio play is titled “It’s Just a Ghost.” It was written by Jenan Cameranesi, co-directed by Sophia Lee and Slaveya Zaharieva, and voiced by Lucy Ellis and Sarah McKinnis. The last piece is a short story called “Drive.”...

In this episode of The Rundown, producers Christion Zappley ‘24 and Ore Adeogun ‘25 and guest Esha Akhtar ‘25 will be discussing and recommending some of this year’s trending television series that everyone is talking about on campus. Producers: Christion Zappley, Ore Adeogun Music: “Palms Down” Blue Dot Sessions

In episode 5 of The Yalie, Ryan Pascal discusses Yale's Mental Health Services with YDN Reporter Sarah Cook followed by a fun segment by Zack Hauptman and Eli Tsung on Yalies' opinions of Timothee Chalamet. Producers: Ryan Pascal, Zack Hauptman, and Eli Tsung Music: Blue Dot Sessions

Five Yale undergraduates share their experiences navigating Yale College as first generation, low income (FGLI) students. Investigating wealth disparities, sellout culture, and more, FGLI students reflect upon their time at Yale. Producers: Ana Barragan, Alyssa Michel, Ruth Lee, Sadie Bograd Guests: Charlie Stephenson, Andrik Garcia, Logan Roberts, Sheena Kwon, Madeline Dodson Music: Blue Dot Sess...