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  • Attune: Landslide

    This episode of Attune features two short stories and two poems. The first short story is titled “A Dirtbag Cleans House”; it was written and voiced by John Brockmeier, and directed by Laura Palacio Londono. The second short story is titled “For a Friend Who is at a Distance,” written and voiced by Isabelle Thomas, and also directed by Laura Palacio Londono. The two poems are titled: “Autumn Walk at Beechwood Farms” and “Snow Storm Drag Ball.” Both were written by Judith Sanders, the first voiced by Molly Hill and the second voiced by Noah Parnes, original music for the two poems were composed by Antonis Christou and Amelia Lake, respectively, and they were directed by Laura Palacio Londono, Elena Unger, and Liana Schmitter-Emerson. You can read transcripts of these works at this link: (linktr.ee/FollowAlongwithAttune).

    This episode was produced by Sophia Lee, Laura Palacio Londono, Mitchell Davis, Elena Unger, and Liana Schmitter-Emerson, and it was sound engineered by Sophia Lee, Laura Palacio Londono, Elena Unger, and Liana Schmitter-Emerson. Our intro and outro themes were written by Sharon Ahn.

    Episode cover by Cecilia Lee.

    Attune is an audio narrative anthology producing student written short stories, plays, and poetry, as well as voice talent and original soundtracks by both Yale students and alumni.

    19 min
  • The Rundown E9: We're Strictly Platonic

    Georgiana Grinstaff sits down with members of Yale’s very own Strictly Platonic. Since forming in 2021, the indie band has performed concerts across campus, including Spring Fling 2022, and released two demos on Spotify.

    Guests: Keith Bruce, Declan Finn, Audrey Hempel, William Min

    Producers: Georgiana Grinstaff

    Music: Can You by Strictly Platonic

    12 min
  • Attune: Comings and Goings

    This episode of Attune features three poems and a short story. The first poem is titled “Bunny Burrow.” It was written by Du Nghiem and voiced by Audrey Yeung. The second and third poems are titled “Lessons” and “My Student Asks Me" and were both written by Jennifer L Freed and voiced by Julia Sulkowski. The last piece is a short story titled “Forever In-Between.” It was written by Hannah Han and voiced by Sunni Parisien. Original music for this piece was composed by Michael Gancz. You can read transcripts of these works at this link: (linktr.ee/FollowAlongwithAttune).

    This episode was produced by Sophia Lee, Laura Palacio Londono, Mitchell Davis, Elena Unger, and Liana Schmitter-Emerson, and it was sound engineered by Sophia Lee, Mitchell Davis, Elena Unger, and Liana Schmitter-Emerson. Our intro and outro themes were written by Sharon Ahn.

    Episode cover by Jessai Flores.

    Attune is an audio narrative anthology producing student-written short stories, plays, and poetry, as well as voice talent and original soundtracks by both Yale students and alumni.

    19 min
  • The Yalie Ep 13: Get to Know Your New YCC President

    In this episode of the Yalie recorded on May 8th, 2022, Nick Vilay and Carter Dewees sit down with newly elected YCC President Leleda Beraki to discuss challenges, opportunities, and plans for the future of Yale students. Produced by Nick Vilay, Carter Dewees, and Jerry Feng. Music from Blue Dot Sessions.

    12 min
  • Silhouette E3: Ris Igrec on YouTube Success, Family Roots, and Filmmaking

    Silhouette is a new podcast sharing the stories that make up the Yale community. In this episode, join Ris Igrec '23 as they discuss growing up in Louisiana, independent filmmaking, and authenticity on YouTube.


    Host: Suraj Singareddy
    Guest: Ris Igrec
    Producers: Suraj Singareddy, Eli Tsung, Nawal Naz Tareque, Bea Portela, Kalkidan Kebede and Ife Adeogun
    Music: Blue Dot Sessions
    Cover Art: Elizabeth Watson

    42 min
  • The Yalie Ep 12: All About Ukraine with Oleksii Antoniuk

    In this episode of the Yalie, Georgiana Grinstaff and Nick Vilay sit down with YDN Guest Columnist Oleksii Antoniuk and discuss his experience as a Ukrainian international student at Yale and what his takes are on the Russia-Ukraine Conflict. Produced by Georgiana Grinstaff, Nick Vilay, and Carter Dewees. Music from Blue Dot Sessions.

    To read Oleksii's article, see here: https://yaledailynews.com/blog/2022/03/11/antoniuk-yale-should-admit-more-students-from-war-torn-countries/

    24 min
  • Silhouette E2: Arden Yum on Asian-American Identity, Internalized Whiteness, and Expressing Creativity

    Silhouette is a new podcast sharing the stories that make up the Yale community. Join Arden Yum ‘25 as she discusses the journey of producing the Peahce Project, discovering her Asian-American identity, growing up in New York, and expressing her creativity through spaces

    at Yale.

    This episode was produced by Ruth Lee and Xavier Guaracha, with research done by Julia Ilias, sound-engineering by Bea Soto, and music by Blue Dot Sessions.

    Host: Ruth Lee

    Guest: Arden Yum
    Producers: Ruth Lee, Xavier Guaracha, Bea Soto, Julia Illias, Isabel Kalb
    Music: Blue Dot Sessions

    28 min
  • Full Disclosure: Expectations vs. Reality

    Seven students discuss how their experiences at Yale have been different from what they’d predicted. Learn more about impostor syndrome, choosing classes, and which residential college has the best amenities.

    Producers: Sadie Bograd, Sasha Jones, Grace Ellis, Collyn Robinson, Mia Osuna

    Guests: Bella Osgood, Ruth Lee, Rishika Veer, Court Johnson, Edwin Ruiz Fuentes

    Music: Blue Dot Sessions

    27 min
  • The Yalie Ep 11: Ivy Madness

    In episode 11 of The Yalie, host Carter Dewees previews Ivy Madness, the Ivy League’s postseason men’s and women’s basketball tournament, taking place this weekend in Boston. Dewees is joined by the News’ men’s basketball reporter William McCormack for an interview with Yale guards Azar Swain ’22 and Jalen Gabbidon ’22, the team’s captain, as they eye two wins and an automatic bid to March Madness. Produced by William McCormack, Carter Dewees, Dante Motley, and Jerry Feng. Music from Blue Dot Sessions. 

    Read more about Ivy Madness in the Yale Daily News:

    1) MEN'S BASKETBALL: No. 2 Yale, No. 3 Penn to square off in Ivy Madness semifinal

    2) WOMEN'S BASKETBALL: Bulldogs set to face off against Columbia in Ivy Madness semifinals

    3) BASKETBALL: After a long season, and an even longer wait, Ivy Madness begins

    12 min
  • The Rundown E8: Euphoria Season 2 Review

    In this episode of The Rundown, producer Victor Attah ‘25 reacts to the popular Euphoria, the popular HBO Original Series. Listen as Victor gives his hot takes on the most talked-about characters, storylines, and the future of the series. 


    Producers: Victor Attah and Christion Zappley

    Music: Blue Dot Sessions

    11 min

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