Join Max, Amalia, Audrey, and Natalie on a discussion about the impact of social media on the student experience. Students address hot-button topics like the connection between social media and mental health, the presence of children on social media, and the importance of staying present in a world of distraction. Tune in for an episode with something for everyone!

Kate Howarth sits down with Bradford Vivian to discuss Campus Misinformation, his latest book.

Paterno Fellows Podcaster Emma Suzuki interviews members of the Lion Ambassadors to learn more about the functions of this central campus organization.

Recently, Emma visited the Center for Gender and Sexual Diversity on campus. She spoke with several students to hear their thoughts about LGBTQ+ life at Penn State and reflected on her own experiences as well. A must-listen for all those with an interest in gender and sexual diversity at Penn State!

Kate Howarth sits down with recent graduate Esha Pathak to talk about some problems international students face after graduation and the advocacy work she did to help Penn State Economics majors.

Emma Suzuki Szwajkowski talks with graduating Paterno Fellow, Steven Zhang, who reflects on his time in the program. Learn how the Paterno Fellows Program helped him, what advice he has for prospective Paterno Fellows, the transformational courses and experiences he has taken because of the Paterno Fellows Program, pointers on thesis writing, and much more!

Host Ladin Suliman speaks with owners and managers of downtown State College businesses Appalachian Outdoors, W.C. Clarke's Cheese Shoppe, and India Pavilion, to get their takes on the changing economic landscape of the area. Learn about how these businesses have survived the turmoil of the pandemic, how they manage a constantly changing customer base, and what they see for the future of State College.

In this episode, host Ladin Suliman talks about study abroad experiences with Susan Knell from the Career Enrichment Network, along with students Srishti Ponnala, Charles Ryan, and Ezra Gershanok. We learn more about the application process, hear what makes study abroad so much fun, and even get some secret tips about writing successful applications. Join us for an essential discussion relevant to all Paterno Fellows!

Paterno Fellow Nick Malizia joins hosts Ladin Suliman and Erin Flannery to talk about his semester hiking the Appalachian Trail. Join us for a conversation about his creative senior thesis idea, learn how his experience has dismantled stereotypes about northern and southern culture, and hear about how he's managing the physical toll of the hike. All this and much more in this wide-ranging episode!