Humanities Radio Presents: Comm 3540

Apocalypse Incorporated

with Sadie Freeze, Jill Tuft, Simone Arai Wiatrak, and Ella Duffin

Episode 1 - AI and Education: Welcome to the first episode of Apocalypse Incorporated with Sadie Freeze, Jill Tuft, Simone Arai Wiatrak, and Ella Duffin. In this episode we explore AI’s growing presence in education. We’ll hear from students, as well as professors, their views on generative AI and their approach to using it in the classroom.

Episode 2 - Media and Art: Welcome back to Apocalypse Incorporated’s second episode about generative AI with media and art. Reporters Sadie Freeze, Jill Tuft, and Ella Duffin, along with the host, Simone Arai Wiatrak, discuss some of the most pressing questions on how generative AI usage affects our perception of the artistic value of films and the want to maintain the human creativity and imagination of the creations we experience.

Episode 3 - Jobs and Employment: This episode of Apocalypse Incorporated dives into how AI is reshaping jobs, employment, and the future of work. Join Jill Tuft, Sadie Freeze, Ella Duffin, and Simone Arai Wiatrak as they gather expert insight into what today’s AI-driven world means for the careers of tomorrow.

 Episode 4 - The Future of Artificial Intelligence: Throughout this episode, our team explores the potential risks and benefits of artificial intelligence. We dive deep into how the rapid progression of artificial intelligence is already impacting the way we create, learn, and work. Tune in to learn more about how the future of AI will reshape our society.

Crimson and Conversation

with Clara Raposo, Reagan Reynolds, and Olivia Rosvall

Episode 1 - Utah Gymnastics: Clara Raposo, Reagan Reynolds and Olivia Rosvall dive into all things Utah Gymnastics and look ahead to the hopes and goals for the upcoming 2026 season. With interviews conducted by Reagan Reynolds and Olivia Rosvall; featuring sophomore Avery Neff and senior Makenna Smith, we gained valuable insight into what this year may bring for the Red Rocks.

Episode 2 - Ute Football: This episode explores Utah football’s 2025 resurgence through interviews with Athletic Director Mark Harlan, players Trey Reynolds, Peyton Rice, and Wayshawn Parker, and fan Gabriel Gabardi. After a difficult 2024 season marked by injuries and inconsistency, the team has rebuilt its confidence through stronger leadership, better chemistry, and intentional bonding.

Episode 3 - Volleyball: Today we are talking Utah volleyball. The stories, chaos and culture around volleyball here at the University of Utah. Among the highlights an interview  with Iliana Linehan, a senior here at the University of Utah.

JV Rejects

with Dawson Janes, Jack Lyman, and Tyler Barrow

Episode 1 - A Dance with the Sun Devils: Utah welcomed Arizona State to Rice-Eccles Stadium with last year’s blowout loss in Tempe still in the back of everyone’s mind. This time, things swung hard in the Utes’ favor. What exactly went right, and why did it click so well? Dawson Janes, Jack Lyman and Tyler Barrow break it all down.

Episode 2 - The Holy War: In this episode of JV Rejects, we break down one of the most insane rivalries in college football, the Holy War between Utah and BYU. With both teams ranked and chasing a Big 12 title, this year’s matchup in Provo was another matchup for the ages that ultimately ended in a crushing 24–21 loss for the Utah Utes.

Episode 3 - College Game Day: The JV rejects talk College Gameday and Utah’s big win against the Cincinnati Bearcats over the Halloween weekend.

Rep by Rep

with Colman Reiss, Elias Peterson, Kelly Loverso, and Troy Grimmond

Episode 1 - Balancing Books and Barbells: In this episode, the Rep by Rep team will explore how college students balance busy schedules while staying fit. You'll hear from University of Utah students about their own experiences staying healthy while in school. As well as, get advice from a certified nutritionist at the U. Along with a conversation by our four hosts on how we find ways to balance fitness and classwork throughout the year. So stick with us, and maybe you’ll discover a few new habits to make your own!

Episode 2 - Fuel or Fiction: The Truth About Supplements: In this episode of Rep by Rep , host Colman Reiss explores the booming world of fitness supplements and the powerful influence of online marketing. Through expert insights from Dr. Nock and University of Utah nutritionist Sydney Abbott, the episode examines how social media shapes perceptions of health products and why so many claims lack scientific support.

Episode 3 - From Intention to Action: Making Chnages that Last: In this episode of Rep by Rep, Elias, Kelly, and Troy explore why building lasting habits is so hard, and what actually works. Featuring student perspectives, real-life stories, and an inspiring interview with Charles Piggott from Changes Fitness Center, the episode dives into discipline, consistency, and how small steps lead to big results. Enjoy!!

Episode 4 - Move for Your Mind: Mental Health and Fitness: In this episode, the Rep by Rep team will explore how fitness relates to mental health. You'll hear from exchange student athletes from across the country who are balancing intense coursework and demanding practice schedules. In addition to the story of a man who moved from Turkey to chase his dreams of snowboarding. Whether you’re a student, an athlete, or someone working toward a healthier lifestyle, this episode offers a reminder that strength is built both inside and out.

Subcult

with Samuel Katz, Laney Hansen, and Abdi Hussein

Episode 1 - Memphis Hip Hop: Subcult explores the sub-genres and cultures within central music genres to understand the underground history of the scene. In this episode of Subcult, Samuel Katz, Laney Hansen and Abdi Hussein dive into the world of Memphis Hip Hop. They hope to grow your understanding of this hidden pillar of the Hip Hop world.

Episode 2 - Emo Rap: This episode tackles the complex yet swift world of emo rap. Emo rap is a sub genre in Hip Hop that exploded in the mid 2010s due to its unique sound, loyal fanbases, and emerging artists.

Episode 3 - Shoegaze: Shoe Ties and Guitar Pedals: This episode of Subcult dives into the scene that celebrates itself: shoegaze. From the old heads of the '90s to the new heads reinventing the sound, shoegaze has been a strong force in the shaping of alternative music. Here we’ll talk with local musicians and fans of shoegaze about their interpretations as well as their hopes for the future of this unique genre.

U Under Review

with Jasmine Velez-Zick, Alina Walker, and Kylie Williams

Episode 1 - Program Cuts: In this episode, Jasmine Velez-Zick, Alina Walker and Kylie Williams look at the University of Utah’s recent academic program cuts and why so many students felt caught off guard. They trace the issue back to House Bill 265, the state legislation that reallocated millions in higher-education funding and set the stage for the university’s strategic reinvestment plan.

Episode 2 - Screenlocked or Plugged In, Zoned Out: In this episode of U Under Review, the team explores how technology shapes the modern college classroom. Are screens helping us learn, or slowly pulling us away from it? This episode dives into the tension between digital tools, distraction, and discipline through student experiences, a faculty perspective, and campus reporting.

Tyler Talks Sports

with Tyler Barrow

Tyler Barrow breaks down one of the most dramatic turnarounds in Utah Football history. After a rough 5–7 campaign in 2024 marked by injuries, inconsistency, and an offense that ranked near the bottom nationally. The 2025 Utah Utes had their work cut out for them, and they were able to fight back to a 10–2 regular season record.

The Nourished Woman Podcast

with Ella Duffin

Ella Duffin dives deep into the lack of women’s health in the education system, focusing on Utah’s curriculum. Her guests provide honest opinions on the importance of women learning about their cycles, hormones and female anatomy- topics the Utah school system failed to address.

New York Dreaming

with Sadie Freeze

Sadie Freeze explores how New York City became one of the world’s most dreamed-about places. Through expert interviews and real stories, she uncovers how movies, music, books, and art shape the city’s image. With natural sound captured on the streets of NYC, listeners experience the city that never sleeps while discovering why it remains a universal symbol of aspiration.

Running in the Wasatch

with Laney Hansen

Salt Lake and the state of Utah as a whole have become the epicenter of trail running. Whether you’re an experienced runner or you’re strapping on your first pair of trail shoes, Laney Hansen finds Utah provides the perfect playground for a runner. She shares the stories of Utahns and how one beginner became a local legend.

Black People Love Anime

with Abdi Hussein

Abdi Hussein sits down with hardcore black anime fans and explores their personal stories behind their love for the art form. They dive into childhood moments, family influences, and reasons why black people resonate with anime so much as well as popular “anime” like The Boondocks and Bleach. Through open dialogue, we reflect on our own values and hope to provide listeners with insights behind the deep history that is shared between the two.

Saturdays Are for the Utes

with Dawson Janes

A Utah football podcast from the perspective of student journalist and 24/7 Sports writer, Dawson Janes. As a senior at the University of Utah who’s spent the year in press boxes, on the road, and on the sidelines covering the Utes, he brings you an inside look at the program through the lens of someone living it every day.

Seeing Skiing

with Samuel Kadz

Seeing Skiing is an immersive podcast where we explore the world of ski movies. This isn’t your basic ski podcast, and we’re not talking Warren Miller, but rather the earth-shattering short films that come out of the “core” skiing community. If you’ve got a sweet tooth for the real freestyle skiing experience, Seeing Skiing with Samuel Kadz will cover all of your bases.

The Playlist Party

with Kelly Loverso

December means a lot of things – the holiday season, the end of the calendar year, and of course, the moment when every music platform sends out a recap of our listening habits. In this episode, Kelly Loverso dives into the concept of Wrapped and look at the listening trends that shaped the year. We'll also feature conversations with someone who writes about music, someone who plays it, and someone who creates major music festivals. Take a listen to hear more about some of the musical wins of 2025!

Football and Football

with Jack Lyman

Football can refer to two different sports, depending on who you ask. So why not talk about them in one podcast. In this episode of the Football and Football Podcast, Jack Lyman talks about the similarities of each football and also what makes them unique from one another other and also compares the two to find out what makes them similar.

Utah Dive Podcast

with Elias Petersen

Join senior diver and host Elias Petersen as he takes you along for the team’s second midseason meet at Princeton Diving Invite. From 3:45 a.m. airport chaos to late-night practices and everything in between, this episode gives you an honest, slightly messy and very real look into what college diving actually feels like.

International Students & NIL

with Clara Raposo

International athletes are competing at the highest level but are still shut out of NIL. U Gymnast Clara Raposo speaks with an Olympic medalist, WRTH founder, and fellow student-athletes to unpack the restrictions, the missed opportunities, and the fight for change. A must-listen for anyone who cares about equity in college sports.

The Colman Reiss Show

with Colman Reiss

In the debut episode of The Colman Reiss Show, Colman explores the mindset behind building the person who can build the life you want. He talks with three guests who each embody a different side of the grind.

College Then, College Now

with Reagan Reynolds

Reagan Reynolds takes a look at how college life has changed over the years. Through personal stories, reflections, and a few surprising contrasts, she uncovers what students today have gained—and what might have been lost. This episode dives into how college life has evolved and what it really means to be a student in any era.

Windswept Stories

with Olivia Rosvall

In the very first episode of Windswept Stories, Olivia Rosvall explores what it really means to leave home and start over somewhere new. Four guests, Laura, Ethan, Max, and Aaron, each grew up in different states, different cultures, and different family dynamics. But they all share one thing: they leaped to move to Utah.

The Hallways Horrors

with Jill Tuft

The Hallways Horrors Podcast is all about diving into embarrassing High School traumas. In this episode the host, Jill Tuft, interviews three people, from three different generations with their own horror stories. Whether it be being laughed at, driving through a window, or showing off your underwear to your whole school this podcast has it all.

Break the Pattern Pod

with Jasmine Velez-Zick

Jasmine Velez-Zick examines the realities of domestic violence through personal stories and expert insight. Featuring former officer and trauma educator Justin Boardman, advocate and survivor Kris Barney, and survivor Rosa Narváez, the conversation unpacks how abuse begins quietly, how the brain responds to trauma, and why shame keeps so many people silent. Jasmine weaves their stories with her own, offering a raw and honest look at the patterns of coercive control and the courage required to break free.

Mask and Ask

with Simone Arai Wiatrak

Host, Simone Arai Wiatrak, discusses five topics relating to health communication through the lens of the COVID-19 pandemic with three University of Utah experts: Kimberley Shoaf, Gabrielle (Gabby) Garza, and Dalaki Livingston. All of these following health topics: attitudes about COVID-19, capitalism’s influence, perceptions of risk, along with the role of community, and journalism are all meant to help empower you with your health and that of your communities.

The Glow Guide

with Kylie Williams

If you’ve ever stayed up way too late scrolling through TikTok, convinced that a new morning routine or a prettier matcha glass might finally fix your life, this episode is for you. In this episode, Kylie Williams goes beyond the “hot girl wellness” aesthetic you see online and digs into what actually makes us feel better: biologically, psychologically, and in real life.