This week on EOT:

Marissa Jerden takes a look at the Cypher, from its humble beginnings to its place now as an NC State institution.

Kevin Kronk has news from around North Carolina, looking at issues ranging from teacher salaries to student loans.

Nick Weaver brings you the Modest Mouth Review; this week he reviews the album “Nova Heart” by Nova Heart.

Jake Winters brings you Snowverated; this week he reviews the Oscar-nominated film, “The Revenant.”

With our newest contributor, Jamie Halla, KNC goes TMZ. He brings us a look at the week in pop culture.

As always, Saif Hassan brings you the News Beyond the Headlines and Peter Svizeny has the Community Calendar.