We next welcome Charlie Perlman of Northwestern on The Student Beat! Charlie covers some impressive athletics at Northwestern, including a national title run, as well as just wrapping up coverage with the NBA Combine and Draft! In this episode, we discuss stepping in to big environments, fun stories, and so much more. Make sure to follow him and check out his work with the links bellow:

X: https://x.com/charlie_perlman

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/charlieperlman/

Photo Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cperlphoto/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/charlie-perlman-0283882a1/

The Daily Northwestern: https://dailynorthwestern.com/staff_name/charlie-perlman/

The Dial: https://hsdial.org/staff_name/charlie-perlman/

Student Journalists are tasked with learning a highly competitive industry and performing at great standards while also balancing being a student, other jobs, and anything else there may be. While their main job is to tell compelling stories, my goal is to tell their story of the storyteller. This podcast aims at exposing Student Journalists all across the country and explaining how much more goes into being a Student Journalist. We'll explore everything they do, how they got into journalism, fun stories, and the importance of Student Journalism!

Come with me as we walk The Student Beat!

My name is Collin Carrithers and I am a student reporter and broadcaster at the University of Iowa. I report as Co-Sports Director for DITV while also broadcasting as Play-by-Play and Color Commentator for Big Ten Plus and KRUI Sports. I had this idea to share the stories of my peers, to grow in my skillset, and meet so many talented people across the country! To stay up to date with all episodes of The Student Beat, make sure to follow me on X (formerly known as Twitter) @c_carrithers33!

We next bring on Aidan Wirtz of Iowa to share his incredible journey on The Student Beat! Aidan has a great perspective on Journalism and life, which allows him to bring stories to life. He has spent a majority of his time at Iowa serving as the Sports Director with KRUI. In this episode, we discuss some of his favorite experiences, advice for future Journalists, fun stories, and so much more. Make sure to follow him and check out his work with the links bellow:

X: https://x.com/aidan_wirtz

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aidanwirtz/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aidan-wirtz-1175b8218

Dancing Differently: https://krui.fm/2026/01/03/dancing-differently/

The Grayt Team: https://krui.fm/2025/07/31/the-grayt-team/

A Team of Dreamers: https://krui.fm/2026/03/29/a-team-of-dreamers/

Caitlin Clark Returns to Carver: https://krui.fm/2025/05/04/back-home-caitlin-clark-returns-to-carver/

When Purpose Outruns Pain: https://krui.fm/2025/05/23/when-purpose-outruns-pain-luke-rowens-story/

The Seat is Taken: http://soloneconomist.com/2025/10/08/sports/this-seat-is-taken/

Muck Rack stories: https://muckrack.com/aidan-wirtz/articles

Student Journalists are tasked with learning a highly competitive industry and performing at great standards while also balancing being a student, other jobs, and anything else there may be. While their main job is to tell compelling stories, my goal is to tell their story of the storyteller. This podcast aims at exposing Student Journalists all across the country and explaining how much more goes into being a Student Journalist. We'll explore everything they do, how they got into journalism, fun stories, and the importance of Student Journalism!

Come with me as we walk The Student Beat!

My name is Collin Carrithers and I am a student reporter and broadcaster at the University of Iowa. I report as Co-Sports Director for DITV while also broadcasting as Play-by-Play and Color Commentator for Big Ten Plus and KRUI Sports. I had this idea to share the stories of my peers, to grow in my skillset, and meet so many talented people across the country! To stay up to date with all episodes of The Student Beat, make sure to follow me on X (formerly known as Twitter) @c_carrithers33!

We now have AJ Reisetter of Iowa sharing his story on The Student Beat! AJ has spent time at Iowa doing a multitude of things, including work with DITV, KRUI, Big Ten Plus, NBC Sports, and Dance Marathon. He next plans on to continue storytelling with KGAN in Cedar Rapids, IA! In this episode, we discuss some of his favorite experiences, incredibly important stories, the art of storytelling, fun stories, and so much more. Make sure to follow him and check out his work with the links bellow:

X: https://x.com/AdamReisetter

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aj.reisetter/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ajreisetter

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AJ.Reisetter

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aj-reisetter

Website: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aj-reisetter

Dance Marathon Page: https://dancemarathon.uiowa.edu/people/aj-reisetter

DITV Page: https://dailyiowan.com/staff_name/aj-reisetter/

Student Journalists are tasked with learning a highly competitive industry and performing at great standards while also balancing being a student, other jobs, and anything else there may be. While their main job is to tell compelling stories, my goal is to tell their story of the storyteller. This podcast aims at exposing Student Journalists all across the country and explaining how much more goes into being a Student Journalist. We'll explore everything they do, how they got into journalism, fun stories, and the importance of Student Journalism!

Come with me as we walk The Student Beat!

My name is Collin Carrithers and I am a student reporter and broadcaster at the University of Iowa. I report as Co-Sports Director for DITV while also broadcasting as Play-by-Play and Color Commentator for Big Ten Plus and KRUI Sports. I had this idea to share the stories of my peers, to grow in my skillset, and meet so many talented people across the country! To stay up to date with all episodes of The Student Beat, make sure to follow me on X (formerly known as Twitter) @c_carrithers33!

Chris Meglio of Iowa has finally made his appearance on The Student Beat! Chris is closing out his final days of his college career. He is a writer with the Daily Iowan and has covered a plethora of sports and major sporting events! In this episode, we discuss the art of writing, his favorite experiences, some incredibly good and funny stories, and so much more. Make sure to follow him and check out his work with the links bellow:

X: https://x.com/chris_meglio?lang=en

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chrismeglio/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-meglio-4a33222ab

Daily Iowan Profile: https://dailyiowan.com/staff_name/chris-meglio/

Senior Column: https://dailyiowan.com/2026/05/12/senior-column-no-better-story-to-tell-than-my-own/

Kirk Ferentz Story: https://dailyiowan.com/2025/09/14/iowa-football-celebrates-kirk-ferentzs-historic-206th-win/

Stephen Buchanan Story: https://dailyiowan.com/2025/03/23/how-iowa-mens-wrestling-helped-stephen-buchanan-find-his-love-for-wrestling-capture-national-title/

Ben McCollum Story: https://dailyiowan.com/2026/03/31/ben-mccollums-historic-run/

Student Journalists are tasked with learning a highly competitive industry and performing at great standards while also balancing being a student, other jobs, and anything else there may be. While their main job is to tell compelling stories, my goal is to tell their story of the storyteller. This podcast aims at exposing Student Journalists all across the country and explaining how much more goes into being a Student Journalist. We'll explore everything they do, how they got into journalism, fun stories, and the importance of Student Journalism!

Come with me as we walk The Student Beat!

My name is Collin Carrithers and I am a student reporter and broadcaster at the University of Iowa. I report as Co-Sports Director for DITV while also broadcasting as Play-by-Play and Color Commentator for Big Ten Plus and KRUI Sports. I had this idea to share the stories of my peers, to grow in my skillset, and meet so many talented people across the country! To stay up to date with all episodes of The Student Beat, make sure to follow me on X (formerly known as Twitter) @c_carrithers33!

We now welcome Finn Kuehl of Wisconsin to The Student Beat! Finn is wrapping up his sophomore year in Madison. He is the creator of Bench Mob Blog and the Two-Way Talents website, as well as writing, following multiple NBA teams! In this episode, we discuss writing for multiple NBA teams with a focus on the Milwaukee Bucks, the creation of his Two-Way Talents website, covering the NBA Summer League, good eats, fun stories, and so much more. Make sure to follow him and check out his work with the links bellow:

X: https://x.com/finleykuehl

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/finley-kuehl-60417a272

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@finnkuehl9274

Two-Way Talents: https://www.twowaytalents.com/about

Brew Hoop: https://www.brewhoop.com/authors/finley-kuehl

Rip City Project: https://ripcityproject.com/author/finnkuehl

Student Journalists are tasked with learning a highly competitive industry and performing at great standards while also balancing being a student, other jobs, and anything else there may be. While their main job is to tell compelling stories, my goal is to tell their story of the storyteller. This podcast aims at exposing Student Journalists all across the country and explaining how much more goes into being a Student Journalist. We'll explore everything they do, how they got into journalism, fun stories, and the importance of Student Journalism!

Come with me as we walk The Student Beat!

My name is Collin Carrithers and I am a student reporter and broadcaster at the University of Iowa. I report as Co-Sports Director for DITV while also broadcasting as Play-by-Play and Color Commentator for Big Ten Plus and KRUI Sports. I had this idea to share the stories of my peers, to grow in my skillset, and meet so many talented people across the country! To stay up to date with all episodes of The Student Beat, make sure to follow me on X (formerly known as Twitter) @c_carrithers33!

With another great conversation, Braden Schenck of Virginia Tech now joins The Student Beat! Braden is a junior and is the PxP voice for the Salem RidgeYaks, as well as working with ACC Network Extra, 3304 Sports, the Roanoke Rail Yard Dawgs, and having spent time with the Cape Cod League! In this episode, we discuss being a student-broadcaster in the minor leagues, the importance of student journalism, fun stories, and so much more. Also, if you look closely, this is the first time a guest has filmed in the same exact location as another. Make sure to follow him and check out his work with the links bellow:X: https://x.com/BradenSchenckInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/braden.schenck/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bradenschenck/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBWZW_QoO1lznBmLx_FP9egWebsite: https://sites.google.com/view/bradenschenckpxp/aboutMiLB Schenck: https://www.milb.com/salem/news/salem-ridgeyaks-virginia-tech-school-of-communication-extend-partnership-schenck-returns-to-be-the-voice-of-the-ridgeyaksRoanoke Rail Yard Dawgs: https://www.railyarddawgs.com/braden-schenck-named-interim-play-by-play-broadcasterStudent Journalists are tasked with learning a highly competitive industry and performing at great standards while also balancing being a student, other jobs, and anything else there may be. While their main job is to tell compelling stories, my goal is to tell their story of the storyteller. This podcast aims at exposing Student Journalists all across the country and explaining how much more goes into being a Student Journalist. We'll explore everything they do, how they got into journalism, fun stories, and the importance of Student Journalism!Come with me as we walk The Student Beat!My name is Collin Carrithers and I am a student reporter and broadcaster at the University of Iowa. I report as Co-Sports Director for DITV while also broadcasting as Play-by-Play and Color Commentator for Big Ten Plus and KRUI Sports. I had this idea to share the stories of my peers, to grow in my skillset, and meet so many talented people across the country! To stay up to date with all episodes of The Student Beat, make sure to follow me on X (formerly known as Twitter) @c_carrithers33!

Brad Schultz of Iowa gives us a new perspective as The Student Beat returns! Brad is finishing up his senior year at the University of Iowa where he worked as the Sports Editor for the Daily Iowan, but he has now transitioned to writing for the Hawkeye Roundtable! In this episode, we discuss his transition from student reporting to a more professional style, his all-around knowledge of Hawkeye sports, incredible experiences, his favorite trips, fun stories, and so much more. Make sure to follow him and check out his work with the links bellow:X: https://x.com/BradMSchultzInstagram:   / brad_mschultz  LinkedIn:   / brad-schultz-647136250  Hawkeye Roundtable: http://HawkeyeRoundtable.comSign up for Hawkeye Roundtable: https://roundtable.io/sports/ncaa/iow...Ben McCollum Story: https://dailyiowan.com/2025/10/28/ben...Student Journalists are tasked with learning a highly competitive industry and performing at great standards while also balancing being a student, other jobs, and anything else there may be. While their main job is to tell compelling stories, my goal is to tell their story of the storyteller. This podcast aims at exposing Student Journalists all across the country and explaining how much more goes into being a Student Journalist. We'll explore everything they do, how they got into journalism, fun stories, and the importance of Student Journalism!Come with me as we walk The Student Beat!My name is Collin Carrithers and I am a student reporter and broadcaster at the University of Iowa. I report as Co-Sports Director for DITV while also broadcasting as Play-by-Play and Color Commentator for Big Ten Plus and KRUI Sports. I had this idea to share the stories of my peers, to grow in my skillset, and meet so many talented people across the country! To stay up to date with all episodes of The Student Beat, make sure to follow me on X (formerly known as Twitter) @c_carrithers33!

Sam Federman of Syracuse gives us a whole new angle on The Student Beat! Sam is one of College Basketball's finest, writing for Mid Major Madness and hosting his podcast "Brackets, Bubbles, and Bid Stealers". In this episode, we discuss his unique route, the MAAC, incredible experiences, building a network, fun stories, and so much more. Make sure to follow him and check out his work with the links bellow:X: https://x.com/Sam_FedermanInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/federmansam...LinkedIn:   / sam-federman-99583a1ab  Mid Major Madness Profile: https://www.midmajormadness.com/autho...Brackets, Bubbles, Bid Stealers Website: https://www.bracketsbubblesandbidstea...Nunes Magician Profile: https://www.nunesmagician.com/authors...Student Journalists are tasked with learning a highly competitive industry and performing at great standards while also balancing being a student, other jobs, and anything else there may be. While their main job is to tell compelling stories, my goal is to tell their story of the storyteller. This podcast aims at exposing Student Journalists all across the country and explaining how much more goes into being a Student Journalist. We'll explore everything they do, how they got into journalism, fun stories, and the importance of Student Journalism!Come with me as we walk The Student Beat!My name is Collin Carrithers and I am a student reporter and broadcaster at the University of Iowa. I report as Co-Sports Director for DITV while also broadcasting as Play-by-Play and Color Commentator for Big Ten Plus and KRUI Sports. I had this idea to share the stories of my peers, to grow in my skillset, and meet so many talented people across the country! To stay up to date with all episodes of The Student Beat, make sure to follow me on X (formerly known as Twitter) @c_carrithers33!

Isaac Edelman of Florida is next on The Student Beat! Isaac is a Sports Broadcaster and Reporter, getting his start by Founding FL Teams. In this episode, we discuss his experience with covering various teams, awesome experiences, getting your start, fun stories, and so much more. Make sure to follow him and check out his work with the links bellow:X: https://x.com/IsaacEdelmanInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/edelmanisaa...LinkedIn:   / isaac-edelman-6437641b0  YouTube:    / @isaacedelman   WRUF Profile: https://www.wruf.com/headlines/author...FL Teams Profile: https://flteams.com/author/isaac/Student Journalists are tasked with learning a highly competitive industry and performing at great standards while also balancing being a student, other jobs, and anything else there may be. While their main job is to tell compelling stories, my goal is to tell their story of the storyteller. This podcast aims at exposing Student Journalists all across the country and explaining how much more goes into being a Student Journalist. We'll explore everything they do, how they got into journalism, fun stories, and the importance of Student Journalism!Come with me as we walk The Student Beat!My name is Collin Carrithers and I am a student reporter and broadcaster at the University of Iowa. I report as Co-Sports Director for DITV while also broadcasting as Play-by-Play and Color Commentator for Big Ten Plus and KRUI Sports. I had this idea to share the stories of my peers, to grow in my skillset, and meet so many talented people across the country! To stay up to date with all episodes of The Student Beat, make sure to follow me on X (formerly known as Twitter) @c_carrithers33!

Jake Rios of Iowa steps up for a Halloween Edition of The Student Beat! Griffin is a Sports Editor with The Tiger as well as an Associate Beat Writer for Clemson on SI. In this episode, we discuss his experience with writing for different outlets, some really cool locations and events, Clemson Athletics, fun stories, and so much more. Make sure to follow him and check out his work with the links bellow:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jakeriostv/...LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jake-rios...DITV Profile: https://dailyiowan.com/staff_name/jak...Student Journalists are tasked with learning a highly competitive industry and performing at great standards while also balancing being a student, other jobs, and anything else there may be. While their main job is to tell compelling stories, my goal is to tell their story of the storyteller. This podcast aims at exposing Student Journalists all across the country and explaining how much more goes into being a Student Journalist. We'll explore everything they do, how they got into journalism, fun stories, and the importance of Student Journalism!Come with me as we walk The Student Beat!My name is Collin Carrithers and I am a student reporter and broadcaster at the University of Iowa. I report as Co-Sports Director for DITV while also broadcasting as Play-by-Play and Color Commentator for Big Ten Plus and KRUI Sports. I had this idea to share the stories of my peers, to grow in my skillset, and meet so many talented people across the country! To stay up to date with all episodes of The Student Beat, make sure to follow me on X (formerly known as Twitter) @c_carrithers33!