"I don't think the benefits of entertainment outweigh the consequences of people being isolated." Contributing reporter Ila Khare visits to talk about collectively deciding Yik Yak sucks. Also, discussions about the Zeta Pond otters and the Eckerd Film Collective's fall break horror film festival. 

News Editor David Andino joins to talk about the most recent town hall/state of the address hosted by ECOS. News on Eckerd's new AI minor, the Pub's new sandwich station and building Bad Bunny excitement. 

Opinion Editor Jordan Keldani joins to talk about Eckerd's 2025 summer reading, "Beloved Beasts: Fighting for Life in an Age of Extinction." An exclusive interview with author and award-winning reporter, Michelle Nijhuis, as the concepts of hope, nuance and responsibility are discussed. 

Co-heads of Eckerd's Taylor Swift Society, Mara Lytle and Kinsey Perkins, weigh in on the relationship update of the year and share updates on club happenings.

Izzy Wild Merl joins Nicole to talk about a film shot at Eckerd and its world premiere. In other news, Theo, the lost Yorkie that had the Eckerd community worried, was found after four days of toughing it out in the wild. 

Did you know the Eckerd student government manages a budget of $660,000? ECOS President Emma Kelliher breaks down how it all works, who's making the decisions, how students can get involved and her hopes for the year ahead. 

Who is Ecky the Snail? Nicole Vogler and Diana Daniel talk Eckerd AC issues, sports, cutting down trees and more as students approach move-in weekend.