Real College Podcast

In this episode of Real College Podcast, we dive into the world of scams—how they work, who they target, and why they keep happening. First, Matt Sullivan sets the stage by defining what a scam really is. Then, Anna Adamson shares the story of an artist who, instead of making money from their work, ended up paying the price. Bianca Caputo unpacks the frustration of towing, revealing why so many people walk away feeling scammed. Saniah Bates exposes deceptive practices in some hair salons, particularly how they mislead customers in the Black community. Next, Hayden Lessiter lightens things up with a deep dive into Weird Al Yankovic’s unique place in pop culture. Finally, Sidney Hall takes us into the world of sports betting, exploring its risks and allure.

Food is more than just fuel - its culture, history, identity, simple enjoyment, and more. In this episode, we explore the many layers of what we eat and why it matters. Saniah Bates takes us to Soul Bowl in the North Loop to uncover its impact on Minneapolis. Anshu Patel breaks down the hidden biases behind restaurant pricing. Hayden Lessiter asks the crucial question: which song is better; Peanut Butter Jelly Time or the Chicken Wing Song? Bianca Caputo talks to urban chicken keepers amid bird flu and soaring egg prices. Anna Adamson explores how one school supports Muslim students during Ramadan, and Sidney Hall celebrates Pi Day. Plus, deep dives into MM...FOOD by MF DOOM and Chocolate and Cheese by Ween, courtesy of Ben Refsell and Nolan Baker.

Bowlful of Soul - Saniah Bates [0:41 - 6:29]

The Price of Taste - Anshu Patel [6:29 - 10:38]

MM Food - Ben Resfell [10:38 - 14:55]

Snack-Sized Songs - Hayden Lessiter [14:55 - 18:45]

Urban Roost - Bianca Caputo [18:45 - 23:33]

Chocolate and Cheese - Nolan Baker [23:33 - 27:08]

Pi and Pie - Sidney Hall [27:08 - 31:47]

May Day’s Second Act - Matt Sullivan [31:47 - 38:04]

School, Sunset, and Suhoor - Anna Adamson [38:04 - 43:51]

Love, heartbreak, music, and flowers, we got it all in this episode of Real College Podcast. Join us as we explore these aspects of Valentine's Day. First, Matt Sullivan tells a love story of two Radio K college students. Next, Anna Adamson covers a night of speed dating and Nolan Wagner dives into Lorde’s Love Club album. Afterwards, Saniah Bates talks to young adults about how their parents and culture fit into their dating life. The value of platonic love is explored by Anshu Patel, and Sidney Hall asks if online dating is worth it. Later, Bianca Caputo shines a light on an LBTQ+ owned floral shop. Last, Hayden Lessiter reports on Layla and Other Assorted Love Songs; an album of unrequited love.

A Radio K Love Story - Matt Sullivan [0:48 - 5:56]

Speed Dating Night - Anna Adamson [5:56 - 15:03]

Lorde’s Love Club - Nolan Wagner [15:03 - 21:21]

Parents and Dating as a Black Young Adult - Saniah Bates [21:21 - 26:38]

Platonic Love - Anshu Patel [26:38 - 30:48]

LGBTQ+ Floral Shop - Bianca Caputo [30:48 - 34:42]

The Drawbacks of Online Dating - Sidney Hall [34:42 - 40:07]

Layla and Other Assorted Love Songs - Hayden Lessiter [40:07 - 45:07]

Love is a Construct of Capitalism, Right? - Alex Denisova [45:09 - 49:45]

Inconsistent social cues, contradictory messages, confusing gestures, we talk about it all in this episode of Real College Podcast. Matt Sullivan talks about the commonplace for mixed signals: dating apps. Afterwards, Sidney Hall brings us into the cosmos and the confusion behind astrology signs that accompany it. Anna Adamson uncovers the use of jargon in the workplace and Saniah Bates explores the mixture between culture and business Flava Cafe provides. Last, Bianca Caputo reports on the tense relationship between vintage resellers and their customers. 

Matt Sullivan - The Dating Apps [0:34 - 7:42]

Sidney Hall - Astrology Signs [7:42 - 13:31] 

Anna Adamson - Workplace Jargon [13:31 - 21:10] 

Saniah Bates - Flava Cafe: Culture Meets Business [21:10 - 27:55]

Bianca Caputo - Are Vintage Resellers Valid [27:55 - 32:27]

It’s Holidazzle! The team of Real College Podcast head to a Minneapolis holiday festival in search of five stories. We came back with tales of puppies, drummers, skates, and elves as well as the history behind the festival. Happy holidays and happy new year!

Anna Adamson - History of Holidazzle [0:36 - 5:15]

Bianca Caputo - Singing Elves [5:15 - 10:32]

Sidney Hall - Puppy’s: Perfect Present [10:32 - 14:54]

In this episode of real college podcast, we bring you the sonically inclined stories, bassoons, bass, and bangers! Saniah Bates shares the music of UMN student Uchenna Ngwu. Afterwards, Sidney Hall meets with a local band and talks about the rise of local musicians in the Twin Cities. Later, Bianca Caputo speaks about the underappreciated bassoon. Anna Adamson talks to her soon-to-be seventy year old classmate Chuck, student by day, musician by night. Last, Matt Sullivan does an interview with up and coming band She’s Green. 

Saniah Bates - Uche’s Music [0:25 - 5:47]

Sidney Hall - Local Bands [5:47 - 11:42]

Bianca Caputo - Bassoons [11:42 - 16:37]

Anna Adamson - My Classmate Chuck [16:37 - 21:33]

Matt Sullivan - She’s Green Spotify Wrapped [21:33 - 29:54]

Hoops, skates, menstruation, and more in this episode of Real College Podcast.

Anna Adamson - Periods & Sports [0:50 - 7:05]

Matt Sullivan - Tennis vs. Pickleball [7:05 - 13:55]

Bianca Caputo - Student Ice Skater - [13:55 - 19:23]

Sidney Hall - [19:23 - 24:52]

Saniah Bates -  Black Student Union Basketball Tournament [24:52 - 30:00]

We’re bringing the animals to you in this episode of Real College Podcast. To start us off we have Sidney Hall who reports on the new tiger cubs at the Minnesota and Como Zoo. Next, Anna Adamson with the training of service dogs, followed by Matt Sullivan’s turtle soup recipe. Bianca Caputo tells us about the feral cats on the streets, and afterwards Saniah Bates with a Greek organization at UMN that barks.

Sidney Hall - Tiger Cubs in MN [0:30 - 4:15]

Anna Adamson - Service Dogs [4:17 - 10:13]

Matt Sullivan - Turtle Soup [10:13 - 14:50]

Bianca Caputo - Feral Cats [14:51 - 20:33]

Saniah Bates - The Frat that Barks [20:33 - 26:15]