Humanities Radio

Humanities Radio Presents COMM 3540: Bench Warmers Podcast, Episode 3

John Leone and Justin Mosuela

Episode 3: The Benchwarmers Podcast is all about sports at the University of Utah and what’s going on. In Episode 3, John Leone, Sean Stetson, Valentino Pichardo, and Justin Mosuela talk about what’s been happening on campus in the world of women’s sports. From Utes athletics employees to athletes, they cover everything related to the topic.

Humanities Radio Presents COMM 3540: U Stay Informed, Episode 1

Angel Arias, Nyk Wixom, and Josh Kramer

U Stay Informed is a podcast that digs into the real conversations that’s happening at the University of Utah, The ones that nobody’s having in class but are having on the walk home.

Episode 1: host (Angel) has Nyk kick off the pilot episode with his special guest, Khalil Jones, who’s a kinesiology major and had a summer internship with the University's football athletic training team. They both tackle some of the biggest hypothetical changes that they would make on campus, from solving the parking crisis and renovating the aging dorms to helping boost student turnout at sporting events. The episode wraps up with a discussion on whether or not the U should start selling alcohol at games, and why it could be a potential game changer for both the fans and athletic programs. Then Josh and Angel have a recap of Angel's opinions on what he would change differently.

Humanities Radio Presents COMM 3540: Socially Speaking, Episode 2, Branding the Bees

Nadeen Ayoub, Kacie Flolo and Sofia Machado

Episode 2: Branding the Bees. In this episode, we dive into the Salt Lake Bees’ alternate identity, the “Dirty Sodas.” We talk with a Bees employee and a dedicated fan to break down how this unique name connects to Utah culture and the team’s brand. From minor league creativity to fan engagement, this one is for sports fans who love the business behind the game.

Humanities Radio Presents COMM 3540: Socially Speaking, Episode 3, Side Hustles

Nadeen Ayoub, Kacie Flolo and Sofia Machado

Episode 3: Side Hustles. In this episode, we look at how young entrepreneurs are turning ideas into real businesses. Hear from a student barber and learn about an ice cream boat.

Humanities Radio Presents COMM 3540: U Stay Informed, Episode 3

Angel Arias, Nyk Wixom, and Josh Kramer

In episode 3, our host Nyk guides us through two interesting stories; the Gittins Gallery and political discourse on campus.

Humanities Radio Presents COMM 3540: Between the Lines

Nadeen Ayoub

Ever watched a game and thought, “I could do that”? Same. In this episode of Between the Lines with Nadeen Ayoub, she sits down with Andrea Urban, Bill Riley, and Maya Krajicek to talk about what sports broadcasting actually looks like behind the scenes. We get into finding your voice, starting from scratch, and what it takes to make it in this industry. If you're trying to break into sports media (or just curious how it all works), this one’s for you!

Humanities Radio Presents COMM 3540: Out of Bounds

Poppy Stickler

Out of Bounds is a podcast that explores what it’s really like to be a Division I student-athlete, beyond just competition day. Hosted by an international gymnast at the University of Utah, Poppy Stickler, it focuses on the challenges of adjusting to life, sport, and identity in a new country. Through conversations with teammates, friends, and family, the show highlights the different perspectives that shape the experience. It’s an honest, behind-the-scenes look at the realities of college athletics and what it takes to find your place within it.

Humanities Radio Presents COMM 3540: Women’s Wellness Edit, Episode 4

Poppy Stickler, Annabel Kim, Katie Callaway, Teagan Steinmetz

Episode 4: Building Your Routine: Habits, Consistency, and Long-Term Success. We dive deep into the relationship between consistency and long-term success. With perspectives from athletes and performance coaches, you’ll obtain crucial advice that will help you stay committed to your goals and achieve your potential.

Humanities Radio Presents COMM 3540: Navigating Chronic Illness

Annabel Kim

In this episode, Annabel Kim explores the realities of autoimmune and chronic illness in young women through conversations with three individuals living with conditions including endometriosis, celiac disease, Hashimoto’s, POTS, myalgic encephalomyelitis, and PCOS. We discuss the day-to-day challenges, mental health impact, misdiagnosis, and resilience that often go unseen. This episode sheds light on invisible illnesses and the strength it takes to navigate life while managing them.

Humanities Radio Presents COMM 3540: Art of the Cards

Joshua Kraemer

In this episode of Art of the Cards hosted by Joshua Kraemer, we look at the promo psyduck card that references the painting Ophelia by John Everet Malais and unpack the art’s history.