Editor in Chief Dylan Hembrough and Opinion Editor Brandi Spann sit down with Podcast Producer Hannah Ledford to go in depth on the salary sweep story they've been working on for over a year. They discuss the challenges they faced and the impact the story is having on the community.

Reporter Sophie Hawkins, Copy Editor Olivia Whitlock, and Podcast Producer Hannah Ledford discuss some of the movie recommendations found in the column Olivia's Corner. They also talk about a new composting project at SIUE and a women's display that is open at the West End Service Station.

Lifestyles Editor Chloe Wolfe, Sports Editor Audrey O'Renic, and Podcast Producer Hannah Ledford sit down to share all the awards that the Alestle won at the ICPA convention in Chicago.

Editor-in-Chief Dylan Hembrough, Lifestyles Editor Chloe Wolfe, and Podcast Producer Hannah Ledford sit down to discuss student governments first state of the student body address. They also talk about a couple book stores that will be featured in this weeks edition of Metro East Markets. And Dylan explains why the publishing schedule for the Alestle is getting cut back.

Online Editor Michal Kate Castleman, Reporter Sophie Hawkins, and Podcast Producer Hannah Ledford sit down to discuss the two new "Pawfficers" at SIUE. They also discuss the research that was done by Professor Carr which brings to light a lynching that happened in Illinois.

Editor-in-Chief Dylan Hembrough, Opinion Editor Brandi Spann, and Podcast Producer Hannah Ledford discuss the pros and cons of focusing on either academics or socializing while in college. They also give an update on the warming centers in the Madison County area and discuss an ADEI certificate that students can earn.

Editor-in-Chief Dylan Hembrough and Podcast Producer Hannah Ledford sit down and discuss how people can achieve their new years resolutions and goals in 2025. They also give advice on how to leave the negativity in 2024.

Opinion Editor Brandi Spann and Podcast Producer Hannah Ledford sit down with former alestle employee Francesca Boston to discuss their time at SIUE and studying abroad. They discuss managing homesickness and how traveling changed their perspectives on life. They also reflect on their time at SIUE as soon-to-be graduates.

Lifestyles Editor Chloe Wolfe, Reporter Sophia Hawkins, and Podcast Producer Hannah Ledford sit down to discuss a woman who's been working at SIUE for 40 years with a passion for cleaning and maintaining instruments. They also discuss some on-campus organizations that are making hats and scarves for students in need.

Editor-in-Chief Dylan Hembrough, Online Editor Michal Kate Castleman, and Podcast Producer Hannah Ledford sit down to discuss a bias incident on campus. They also discuss the fact that Chancellor Minor won't speak to The Alestle, a new literature column in the lifestyles section, and a solar panel project that will hopefully reduce the university's carbon footprint.