Season 5
Episode 96 | The life of a sound designer
In this episode of The Panther Podcast, Panther staff members Anastasia Kuplinova and Justin Yoon sit down with talented sound designer and Chapman student Annie Okuhara to discuss her journey into the industry, her creative process when designing sound for film and video games, and how she collaborates with directors and producers to bring their vision to life. They also explore the important qualities that a sound designer should possess and address AI implementation in the field of sound design. Tune in to hear from Annie Okuhara and discover the world of sound design!
Created by Anastasia Kuplinova, Video and Podcast Editor, and Justin Yoon, Podcast Editor
Episode 95 | The effect of the war in the Middle East on students
The initial massacre by Hamas on Israel on October 7th, 2023 resulted in yet another Israel-Palestine war. The war has resulted in over 23,000 deaths, and a multitude of humanitarian crises. It has sparked a strong, passionate, yet divisive international response. In America, hundreds of protests and demonstrations took place. On college campuses specifically, intense reactions resulted in tense consequences. How has the war affected the Chapman student body specifically? Or its Jewish and Arab communities? How has the university responded and what do students think of it? For the past few months, Video and Podcast Editor Lisa Wong talked with students, professors and Chapman administration to answer some of these questions.
Created by Lisa Wong, Video and Podcast Editor
Episode 94 | From Undeclared to Film Major at Chapman Dodge
In this episode, The Panther staff members Anastasia Kuplinova and Justin Yoon sit down with Lauren Besso to discuss her experience of being undecided/undeclared in college and how she ultimately ended up double-majoring at Chapman University. The trio dives into the challenges of choosing a major and the pressure that comes with such a decision. Lauren shares her personal journey of self-discovery and offers valuable tips on how to navigate the process of choosing a major. Whether you’re currently undecided or simply looking for some guidance on this topic, this episode is sure to provide you with valuable insights!
Created by Anastasia Kuplinova, Video and Podcast Editor, and Justin Yoon, Podcast Editor
Episode 93 | The Truth of Being Transfer Students | Fall 2023 Recap
In this episode, The Panther staff members Anastasia Kuplinova and Justin Yoon share their experiences as transfer students in Chapman University’s Dodge College of Film and Media Arts. They discuss the challenges and opportunities that come with transitioning to a new environment and provide valuable insights for anyone considering transferring to a new school. Tune into our recap of the Fall ‘23 semester!
Created by Anastasia Kuplinova, Video and Podcast Editor, and Justin Yoon, Podcast Editor
Episode 92 | Veterans at Chapman
In this episode, you'll hear from Jake Slocum '25 and Devansh Mehta '26, students who served in the U.S. Navy and transferred to Chapman University. They share their inspiring stories of transitioning from military life to academic life, as well as how their experiences in the Navy have shaped their outlook on life. They also discuss the challenges they faced during the transition process, along with the rewards that come with pursuing a college education. Additionally, they provide valuable insights into the Veteran's Club at Chapman, inviting you to participate in Veteran Students' Life and become a part of the community.
Tune in to gain a deeper understanding of the unique challenges and experiences of veterans who are transitioning to college life!
Created by Anastasia Kuplinova, Video and Podcast Editor, and Justin Yoon, Podcast Editor
Episode 91 | Greek Life at Chapman | Pi Kappa Alpha (ΠΚΑ)
In this podcast episode, we sit down with Ivan Coronel, a member of the Pi Kappa Alpha (ΠΚΑ) fraternity at Chapman University, to discuss Greek Life on campus. Ivan shares his personal experience as a member of the fraternity, highlighting the benefits of joining a fraternity as well as addressing common misconceptions about Greek Life. Tune in to gain insight into the social and philanthropic aspects of Greek Life at Chapman University!
Created by Anastasia Kuplinova, Video and Podcast Editor, and Justin Yoon, Podcast Editor
Episode 90 | From NYU Tisch to Chapman Dodge | Guide for Transfer Students (Pt. 2 - General Admissions)
In the second part of our transfer podcast, Anastasia Kuplinova, Video and Podcast Editor, and Justin Yoon, Podcast Editor, welcome Caroline Chang, a transfer student from NYU Tisch who joined Chapman University's renowned Dodge College of Film and Media Arts.
Caroline shares her experience of transferring to a new school and how she found her footing in a new academic environment. We focus on the transfer process into Dodge College and how it differs from other programs at Chapman University. Caroline also talks about her favorite aspects of the film school and offers advice to students who are considering transferring into Dodge College. Tune in to this episode to learn more about the transfer process and the unique opportunities available at Chapman Dodge.
Created by Anastasia Kuplinova, Video and Podcast Editor, and Justin Yoon, Podcast Editor
Episode 89 | Guide for Transfer Students (Pt. 1 - General Admissions)
For students transferring into Chapman University, especially for those who are transferring as international students, it can be hard to navigate through the process of applying and entering into Chapman.
Video and Podcast Editor Anastasia Kuplinova, along with Podcast Editor Justin Yoon, discuss their experiences transferring to Chapman as international students, along with some tips they have for interested individuals and the process one must go through, in this video podcast. The second and final part will focus on helping students looking to transfer into the Dodge College of Media and Arts.
Created by Anastasia Kuplinova, Video and Podcast Editor, and Justin Yoon, Podcast Editor
Episode 88 | Summer 2023 News Recap
What happened these past couple months? It was Earth’s hottest summer ever, Barbie broke records in Hollywood and Trump and Chapman Fowler School of Law’s former Dean got arrested.
Due to the summer break, The Panther wasn’t able to cover major local, national or international news. Video and Podcast Editor Lisa Wong compiled the biggest headlines you may have missed from this past June to August.
Created by Lisa Wong, Video and Podcast Editor
Season 4
Episode 87 | Chapmans wellness and recreation department fosters belonging and community
During this episode, Podcast Editor Timea Steingart spoke to Sophia Farchione and Michael Sakhel, representatives from Chapman University's wellness and recreation department. They explored the department's commitment to providing students with a holistic wellness program. Through a diverse range of engaging activities like goat yoga and camping trips, the department fosters a strong sense of belonging and community among students.
Created by Timea Steingart, Podcast Editor
Episode 86 | How to succeed in job interviews and salary negotiation with Jeff Winston
In this episode, The Panther spoke to Jeff Winston, a retired former Chief Technology Officer at Allergan, Inc., with 40 years of experience in the technology industry. With his involvement in countless hiring processes, Winston offers practical approaches and techniques that can empower students to enhance their negotiation power and increase their prospects of securing a job.
Created by Timea Steingart, podcast editor
Episode 85 | The power of mindfulness with Justice Crudup
Mindfulness expert Justice Crudup hosts the Mindfulness Monday Sessions at Chapman University’s Fish Interfaith Center. In this episode, he talks about the transformational power of mindfulness and how students can apply this practice amidst the busyness of their everyday lives.
Created by Timea Steingart, podcast editor
Episode 84 | Comparing the German and American education system: an international student’s perspective
Meet The Panther’s newest Video & Podcast Editor, Timea Steingart. She’s a freshman political science major from Berlin, Germany. In this episode, she talks about stereotypes people have about Germans: are they true or not? Steingart compares the education systems in America and Germany, what her time at Chapman has been like, and what listeners of The Panther Pod can expect in the future.
Created by Lisa Wong, video & podcast editor
Episode 83 | It’s been three years since The Panther’s new website was created, here are the top 10 stories since then
Have you ever been curious about what The Panther’s top stories are? We gathered the top 10 stories including news, features, entertainment and guest opinions on The Panther’s current website when it was created in February 2020. The analytics and viewership numbers mentioned in this episode were retrieved on March 11, 2023.
Stories mentioned in the episode:
10 — Opinion | Yes, there really is a problem at Chapman
9 — Opinion | A single questions with unlimited potential
8 — “This is now who we are”: Chapman professor represents Trump in lawsuit
7 — Chapman professor questions Harris’ eligibility for vice presidency
6 — Review: “Ted Lasso” and the philosophy of being a goldfish
5 — Phi Delta Theta, Beta Theta Pi chapters suspended pending fraternity conduct investigations
4 — Opinion | Dayton Kingery is a problem. Chapman is a bigger one.
3 — A sit down with "Grown-ish" star Drew Liner: a college student on and off the screen
2 — Chapman student arrested on felony, assualt charges
1 — State of emergency declared in Orange County following new respiratory virus
Created by Lisa Wong, video & podcast editor
Episode 82 | A student filmmaker's reflections on Sundance Film Festival
The Sundance Film Festival is the largest American film festival organized by the Sundance Institute. Nidhi Kumar, video & podcast editor, reflected on her experience attending the 2023 Sundance Film Festival. She talked about her favorite films, her experience getting to chat with experienced filmmakers, how the festival was structured and seeing actor and singer Ben Platt.
Season 3
Episode 81 | The marketing failures of Disney’s ‘Strange World’
Disney’s latest animated film ‘Strange World’ releases in theaters on Nov. 23, but the film’s marketing falls flat compared to its previous counterparts. Video and Podcast Editor Abby Little sits down with Annaliese Barnett to discuss the company’s shortcomings in comparison to their past films.
Created by ABBY LITTLE, video & podcast editor
Episode 80 | Elon Musk's tumultuous start as new Twitter CEO
This episode was recorded on the morning of Nov. 11, 2022. Due to the rapid changes of Twitter’s platform, the information discussed in this episode may be out of date.
Elon Musk’s recent acquisition of the popular social media app Twitter has sparked heated conversations from content moderation to subscription fees. Video and Podcast Editor Abby Little sits down with “The Social Media Professor” Niklas Myhr to discuss the scope of Twitter in this new age of Elon.
Created by ABBY LITTLE, video & podcast editor
Episode 79 | ‘Midnights’ by Taylor Swift: the pop mastermind’s legacy continues
With the release of her 10th studio album, Taylor Swift has now been in the public eye and continually breaking records ever since she started her music career as a teenage country singer over 15 years ago. In this episode, Video & Podcast Editor Abby Little sits down with two other “Swifties” to discuss the music sensation’s latest release “Midnights.”
Created by ABBY LITTLE, video & podcast editor
Episode 78 | Bussed migrants: what’s going on and how can people help?
Mid-September, migrants originally arriving in Texas and Florida started showing up unexpectedly in northern cities like Washington D.C., Chicago and New York City. They were bussed or flown to these locations by taxpayer funded transportation programs from Texas and Florida as a part of a political stunt protesting immigration laws. The response from locals has been generally positive so far: people are provided food, donating winter clothing and giving legal assistance.
Video & Podcast Editor Lisa Wong spoke with Adama Bah, a community organizer in New York City to understand the situation from a personal perspective and what people could do to help out if they’re not based in directly impacted cities.
Below are the organizations and fundraisers mentioned:
Migrant Support DMV Wishlist
Sanctuary DMV fundraiser
Artists Athletes Activists
Created by LISA WONG, video & podcast editor
Episode 77 | Halloween sustainability and eco-friendly solutions
Halloween is just around the corner, and although it’s known for being a lively holiday where people can dress up, let loose and eat lots of candy, Halloween generates tons of plastic waste every year. Video and Podcast Editor Abby Little sat down with the co-presidents of Chapman’s Mission Environment club to talk about some of Halloween’s most wasteful behaviors, while offering solutions that college students can easily participate in.
Created by ABBY LITTLE, video and podcast editor
Episode 76 | OC’s first collegiate Mariachi ensemble: Mariachi Panteras
Mariachi music has been around since the 18th century, but recently, Chapman University has become host to Orange County’s first collegiate mariachi ensemble — the Mariachi Panteras. In this episode, Podcast Editor Abby Little talks to two students within the ensemble to discuss their relationship to the traditional folk genre that is Mariachi.
Created by ABBY LITTLE, video & podcast editor
Episode 75 | From script to screen: film students’ Greece films now screening
Chapman is known to host a wide variety of travel courses from full semesters abroad to summer or interterm courses. This last summer, over 20 film students had the opportunity to produce films in Greece for the class FTV 393: Cultural Filmmaking, Greek Myths from Page to Screen. Podcast Editor Abby Little sits down with one student filmmaker on this trip who had the privilege of getting their script realized and produced as a film.
Created by ABBY LITTLE, video & podcast editor
Episode 74 | Exploring the various religious organizations on campus
Chapman University is host to many different religious organizations across its campus, including from Christian, Jewish and Muslim communities. In this episode, Podcast Editor Abby Little sits down with members of some of these various groups to discuss and highlight their weekly meetings, any upcoming special events, how they came to join their organization and how their group provides an educational resource and community for students seeking to explore their faith.
Created by ABBY LITTLE, video & podcast editor
Episode 73 | What’s it like being self-taught in computer science?
Sophomore computer engineering major Brandon Lee took on a Chapman research position under Tom Springer this past summer. The goal is to create new device systems, like for the internet and biomedical implants, intended to prevent loss of data. Using industry standard operating systems like VxWorks, writing code in C and C++, and quickly learning new applications and software, Brandon discusses the value and difficulties of hands-on learning while contributing to these research projects.
By LISA WONG, video & podcast editor
Episode 72 | Discovering your passion and where to go from there
As a part of a series with students reflecting on their busy summer projects, Juhi Doshi — a junior broadcast journalism and documentary major — shares her realization that psychology was not meant for her, despite being so involved in it during high school and early college years. She refocused on her true passions of journalism and politics and took steps to pursue them at Chapman. Juhi unfolds what those steps looked like for her: taking writing workshops, sending her work to publications and more. All this hard work in such a short amount of time landed her an internship with CBS over the summer, which continued into the fall semester.
Created by LISA WONG, video & podcast editor
Episode 71 | Student Involvement Fair
Every semester, Chapman hosts all of their clubs and organizations in the Piazza for students to find communities that they’d like to be involved in. Podcast Editor Lisa Wong set out during this semester’s Fair to interview some organizations to find out what they’re all about and how you can get involved!
Created by ABBY LITTLE and LISA WONG, video & podcast editors
Episode 70 | How working with kids can improve filmmaking
What were Chapman students up to this summer? Podcast Editor Lisa Wong interviewed various students to see what kind of work, opportunities, and experiences they encountered during the break. In this episode, sophomore film production major Alonzo Labiosa talks about his time as a camp counselor in a film camp. He discusses the challenges in that experience, valuable lessons and how the camp influenced his personal filmmaking career.
Created by LISA WONG, video & podcast editor
Episode 69 | What you missed this summer
Welcome back Panthers! Over the summer, The Panther — along with its student body — took a well-deserved break over the summer holiday. However, the news never stops, so Podcast Editor Abby Little took the time this week to summarize the biggest news stories of the summer as they relate to the world, the nation and more locally, to California.
Created by ABBY LITTLE, video & podcast editor
Sources mentioned:
2022 California Primary Election Results
Season 2
Episode 68 | Best of: TikTok audios from the 2021-2022 school year
In this “Best of” special issue of The Panther, Podcast Editors Abby and Shannon take a look at their favorite TikTok audios of the past year. From catchy songs to celebrity mockery, these audios shaped online trends with millions of views. To hear Abby and Shannon’s top audio picks, tune in to this episode of The Panther Pod.
Created by ABBY LITTLE, SHANNON STANTON, Podcast Editors
Episode 67 | Best of: Good news in 2022
While the news can tend to focus on the tragedies and horrors occuring in the world on a daily basis, positive news often gets overlooked or overshadowed in comparison. In this “Best of” special issue of The Panther, Podcast Editors Abby and Shannon discuss their favorite uplifting news stories of 2022.
Created by ABBY LITTLE and SHANNON STANTON, Podcast Editors
Episode 66 | Resources, mindful practices for upcoming Mental Health Awareness Month
From students struggling with mental illnesses to those who deal with the annual stresses and heightened mental fatigue from finals week, mental health is something that affects every student on campus in one way or another. In acknowledgment of Mental Health Awareness Month — which occurs each May — Podcast Editor Abby Little highlights signs to look out for when monitoring your mental health, daily practices to help with mindfulness and available resources both nationally and at Chapman University.
Created by ABBY LITTLE, Podcast Editor
Episode 65 | American Cancer Society on Campus: relaying for a cure to cancer
The American Cancer Society (ACS) is a nationwide non-profit intended to spread cancer awareness and raise money for scientists to research a cure. Each year, the organization hosts over 5,000 Relay For Life events, where community members gather for a fundraising walk against cancer.
ACS on Campus is hosting a 24-hour Relay For Life event April 30 through May 1 to fundraise for the organization. In this episode of The Panther Pod, Podcast Editor Shannon Stanton talks with ACS on Campus secretary Kate Sheafor, a sophomore health science major, to learn more about this event. Also featured in this episode are ACS on Campus club members Curran Mcintyre, a junior sociology major, and Sammy Johnson, a sophomore applied human physiology major. Further, students Paige Watanabe, a freshman health science major, and Lauren Delany, a freshman public relations and advertising major share their perspectives about the event.
So far, ACS on Campus and its participants have raised $14,736. This amount may increase as more donations are made throughout the rest of the event. To see the total amount of money raised, click here.
Created by SHANNON STANTON, Podcast Editor
Episode 64 | Sustainability as students
Earth Day 2022 was April 22, making it all the more relevant to revisit the issue of climate change — as well as take action against it. In this episode of The Panther Pod, Podcast Editors Abby Little and Shannon Stanton look at realistic ways to be more environmentally friendly as college students.
Created by ABBY LITTLE, SHANNON STANTON, Podcast Editors
Episode 63 | Maintaining plant-based diets on Chapman campus
According to The University Network, 14% of college students in the U.S. are vegan or vegetarian. For Chapman’s population of plant-based eaters, the university dining hall offers a vegan station with rotating meal options in addition to other food shops on campus. In this episode of the Panther Pod, editor Shannon Stanton talks with vegetarian Madie Manalo, a screenwriting major, and vegan Zoey Hughes, a freshman creative producing major, about the challenges of having a plant-based diet on campus and tips they have to eat well.
Created by SHANNON STANTON, Podcast Editor
Episode 62 | Chapman transfer students reflect on campus culture shock
According to 2020 statistics from CampusReel, 19% of students at Chapman University are transfer students, or individuals who pursued some form of higher education at a different institution before coming to Chapman. While those who come to Chapman starting out as freshmen in the fall might receive an orientation week and unique bonding experience surrounded by other brand new faces just like them, not every transfer student is guaranteed the same introduction and integration into campus life.
Podcast Editor Abby Little talks with transfer students Hazel Thurston – a junior creative writing major, and Rolando Sanabria – a sophomore political science and strategic and corporate communications double major – to share their experiences coming to a brand new school and give advice on how to make the best of your time while here.
Created by ABBY LITTLE, Podcast Editor
Episode 61 | Disney’s dilemma: a history of racism, politicism, commercialization
The Walt Disney Company is one of the largest media conglomerates to exist today. Covering mediums from animated movies, theme parks, cruise ships, vacation clubs and beyond, the corporation is known for creating magical experiences for their guests and viewers through the content they create. Though Disneyland, one of the company’s many properties, is known for being the “Happiest Place on Earth,” the company is not free from socio-political controversy.
Created by ABBY LITTLE, Podcast Editor
Episode 60 | 64th annual Grammy Awards: snubs, dubs
The annual Grammy Awards show was held April 3 this year, featuring various categories like Song of the Year, Record of the Year, Album of the Year and more. In this episode of The Panther Pod, Podcast Editor Shannon Stanton shares her thoughts on the nominees, winners and live performances at the show.
Created by SHANNON STANTON, Podcast Editor
Episode 59 | Behind the teleprompter with Chapman News’ four executive producers
Every Friday at 12 p.m., viewers can tune in to watch the only live broadcast news program Orange County has to offer: Chapman News. As part of Dodge College’s broadcast journalism program, Chapman News is an entirely student-run production broadcasting from a fully outfitted studio. Podcast Editor Abby Little talks with Chapman News executive producers Payton Bell, Adrienne Mitchel, Kinsley Rolph, and Emma Sexton to discuss their first semester running the show and their future career goals.
Created by ABBY LITTLE, Podcast Editor
Episode 58 | Deep Dive: Collegiate a cappella
Most college students know about the musical style of a cappella from the hit film trilogy “Pitch Perfect,” but for some Chapman students, the world of a cappella is a part of their daily lives. To learn more about the history of a cappella and what being in one of these ensembles is like, The Panther Pod talked to Men of Harmony singer Spencer Gonzalez, a senior business administration major, and Valentyna Simon, a sophomore psychology major and assistant music director of The Chaptones.
Created by SHANNON STANTON, Podcast Editor
Episode 57 | Deep Dive: Women you should know
In honor of Women’s History Month, Podcast Editor Shannon Stanton talks about female leaders and activists you should know about — but probably don’t. To learn more about the first woman elected to Congress, a leading disability rights activist and more, tune into this episode of The Panther Pod.
Created by SHANNON STANTON, Podcast Editor
Episode 56 | Deep Dive: Daylight Saving Time, contemporary relevance
In this episode of The Panther Pod, Podcast Editors Abby Little and Shannon Stanton look at the history of daylight saving time and discuss its pros and cons. They talk to freshman broadcast journalism major and Hawaii native, Czerena Bayle, about her thoughts on daylight saving time coming from a state that does not practice it.
Created by ABBY LITTLE and SHANNON STANTON, Podcast Editors
Episode 55 | Deep Dive: full vs staggered releases for streaming services
The standard of weekly-released television was disrupted in the early 2010s with Netflix and its full-release strategy. Since then, binge-watching has increased, and the debate over which release method is better has become more of an active discussion. In this episode, Podcast Editor Abby Little compares the two methods and analyzes their success rates across different streaming services.
Created by ABBY LITTLE, Podcast Editor
Episode 54 | Anti-LGBTQ+ Legislation in Florida
Florida’s proposed “Don’t Say Gay” bill passed in a 69-47 vote in the Florida House. It will now move onto the Florida Senate. The bill states that “Classroom instruction by school personnel or third parties on sexual orientation or gender identity may noy occur in kindergarten through grade 3.” President Biden criticized the bill for being anti-LGBTQ+, while Florida Governor DeSantis supported the bill for giving parents a say in their child’s education. In this episode of The Panther Pod, Podcast Editor Shannon Stanton shares her opinions on the bill and talks to freshman creative producing major and Florida native, Izzy Betz.
Created by SHANNON STANTON, Podcast Editor
Episode 53 | Finding the best chai latte in the city of Orange
Chai, a spiced tea originating in India, has gained popularity as a latte in the past few years. This week, The Panther Pod compares chai lattes from different shops near campus to find the best one, so that you don’t have to.
Created by ABBY LITTLE and SHANNON STANTON, Podcast Editors
Episode 52 | US Olympic Medicine Team volunteers to aid in athletes’ success
The U.S. Olympic Medicine Team is a group of highly skilled doctors, nurses, orthopedics and other medical professionals that attend each iteration of the Olympic Games alongside athletes to aid in their success or help in times of need. These positions are highly coveted and are done completely voluntarily and uncompensated. This week, Podcast Editor Abby Little sits down with her aunt, Ronni Little, who works as a massage therapist for the U.S. Olympic Medicine Team. Ronni Little discusses her experience behind the scenes of the Olympics and explains the day-to-day responsibilities of the medical team.
Created and edited by ABBY LITTLE, Podcast Editor
Episode 51 | Student Spotlight: Tee Chu
In this episode, The Panther Pod talks with Tee Chu, a freshman public relations and advertising major, about her experience attending Chapman as an international student in comparison to her academic and social life in Vietnam.
Created and edited by SHANNON STANTON, Podcast Editor
Episode 50 | 2022 Oscar nominations & diversity
This week, The Panther Pod discusses the 2022 Academy Award nominations that were announced Feb. 8 along with diversity in the Oscars this year and in years past.
Created by ABBY LITTLE and SHANNON STANTON, Podcast Editors
Episode 49 | Joe Rogan and the Spotify Controversy
Over the last month, “The Joe Rogan Experience” — a podcast series on Spotify — has been making headlines for its discussions surrounding COVID-19 vaccinations. The controversy has caused artists to pull their discography from the platform and sparked discussions surrounding censorship. In this episode, Podcast Editor Abby Little sits down with Bella Gerencser, co-host of the “You’re Not Like Other Girls” radio show on Chapman Radio, to discuss this latest controversy’s impact on broadcasting and the music industry.
Created and edited by ABBY LITTLE, Podcast Editor
Episode 48 | Deep Dive: sorority recruitment
Chapman University’s sorority recruitment was held Jan. 26 to Jan. 30, with the first two days held on Zoom and the remaining two days in-person. In this episode, The Panther talks to junior screenwriting major Devon Sheehan, president of Chapman’s Kappa Kappa Gamma sorority and Serena Park, a freshman political science major who just underwent the recruitment process.
Created and edited by SHANNON STANTON, Podcast Editor
Episode 47 | Chapman Behind the Scenes: student workers on campus
Chapman University looks no further than their own student body when it comes to filling different employment opportunities across campus. For today’s segment of "Chapman Behind the Scenes," The Panther gathered three students who work in varying departments to talk about the hiring process, their experiences working at the university and more.
In order of introduction, the students featured in this episode are Rachel Othon, a junior television writing and production major, Eve Gershon, a junior film production major and Ivy Magruder, a junior business administration major.
Created and edited by ABBY LITTLE, Podcast Editor
Episode 46 | Battle of the bagels
This week, the Panther compares bagel joints near campus to find out the best tasting bagels, so that you don't have to.
Learn more about Sodexo's ownership and management of private prisons:
Created by COURTNEY ARCHERD, SHANNON STANTON and ABBY LITTLE, Staff Podcast Creators. Edited by COURTNEY ARCHERD, Podcast Editor
Episode 45 | The sorority experience for BIPOC communities
The Panther holds a discussion with Katharine Johnson and Rachel Kang, two current sorority members at Chapman, on how their identity affects their experiences in a predominantly white institution.
Created by ABBY LITTLE, Staff Podcast Creator. Edited by COURTNEY ARCHERD, Podcast Editor
Episode 44 | Student Spotlight: Brianna Schatt
In this episode, The Panther talks to student-artist and small business owner Brianna Schatt about her jewelry shop on Etsy, @bybriannarebecca.
Check out Schatt's store here.
Created by SHANNON STANTON, Staff Podcast Creator. Edited by COURTNEY ARCHERD, Podcast Editor
Episode 43 | Chapman Behind the Scenes: Orange Home Grown Farmers & Artisans Market
On this episode of Chapman Behind the Scenes, The Panther walks around the Orange Home Grown Farmers & Artisans Market to hear stories from the local artists, growers and chefs. Listen in and make sure to stop by the marketplace, which occurs Saturdays from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. at Palm Ave. and Cypress St.
Created by DANIEL PEARSON, Staff Podcast Creator. Edited by COURTNEY ARCHERD, Podcast Editor
Episode 42 | COVID-19 on campus: Orange Circle mandate rally — part three
A rally was held in the Orange Circle Oct. 30, promoting general anti-mask and anti-vaccine sentiments along with other loosely affiliated viewpoints regarding mandates in general. The Panther went down to interview some participants in the protest for their opinions.
For further information on this rally, check out The Panther Newspaper here.
Other resources to curb the spread of COVID-19 misinformation:
Does the vaccine mandate apply to federal employees?
Which United States officials are vaccinated?
Did 9,000 people really die from the COVID-19 vaccine?
Did the FDA approve the COVID-19 vaccine for emergency use?
Created and edited by COURTNEY ARCHERD, Podcast Editor
Episode 41 | COVID-19 on campus: rising anti-mask and anti-vaccine sentiments — part two
After an anti-mask change.org petition made its rounds through campus, The Panther interviewed various students to surmise their take on this matter. Should we prioritize individual freedoms over the general health of the public? How long will these restrictions last?
Other resources:
How does wearing your mask protect yourself as well as others?
How does the COVID-19 vaccine work?
Created and edited by COURTNEY ARCHERD, Podcast Editor
Episode 40 | Chapman Behind the Scenes: history, efficacy of blue lights on campus
On this segment of “Chapman Behind the Scenes,” The Panther talks to Randy Burba, chief of Public Safety, about the blue light emergency system on campus — a safety measure placed on campuses across the country.
Created by SHANNON STANTON, Staff Podcast Creator. Edited by COURTNEY ARCHERD, Podcast Editor
Episode 39 | COVID-19 on campus: where are we now? — part one
Do students feel safe during in-person classes? Is Chapman effectively communicating with its students and faculty? Is Chapman doing enough to protect us from COVID-19?
This week, The Panther gets the answers to these important questions through a deep dive into the attitudes and opinions of the general student body regarding Chapman’s handling of the pandemic. Stay tuned for part two of this long-form podcast.
Created and edited by COURTNEY ARCHERD, Podcast Editor
Episode 38 | Chapman Behind the Scenes: ‘Tartuffe’
In this segment of “Chapman Behind the Scenes,” The Panther sits down with Nanci Kelham and Ethan, two lead actors in the recent production of “Tartuffe” by Moliére. This was Chapman’s College of Performing Art’s most recent play that was shown Oct 14-17. These two actors share some behind the scenes production stories about how a 16th century classic was adapted into a modern hit, performed by some of Chapman’s best performers.
Created by DANIEL PEARSON, Staff Podcast Creator. Edited by COURTNEY ARCHERD, Podcast Editor
Episode 37 | Student Spotlight: Griffen Jones
In this episode, The Panther talks to student-artist Griffen Jones about his new EP, "Songs from my Spaceship," and life as a student at Chapman. To listen to Jones’ music, check out the Spotify link here.
Created by SHANNON STANTON, Staff Podcast Creator. Edited by COURTNEY ARCHERD, Podcast Editor
Episode 36 | Chapman Behind the Scenes: Latin Heritage Month
On this episode of “Chapman Behind the Scenes,” Chapman's Latinx Club joins the Panther Pod to talk about what they've been up to around campus for Latin Heritage Month. Stay tuned until the end to hear what events Latinx Club has planned next and how to get involved, no matter your cultural background.
Created by DANIEL PEARSON, Staff Podcast Creator. Edited by COURTNEY ARCHERD, Podcast Editor
Episode 35 | Student Spotlight: Justin Kim
In this spotlight episode, The Panther talks to student-artist Justin Kim about his music career and life as a student at Chapman. To listen to Justin’s music or watch his music videos, check them out here.
Created by SHANNON STANTON, Staff Podcast Creator. Edited by COURTNEY ARCHERD, Podcast Editor
Episode 34 | Chapman Behind the Scenes: Orange County Environmental Justice
On this episode, The Panther speaks with Patricia Flores, the program director at Orange County Environmental Justice (OCEJ). OCEJ is a nonprofit group that “fights for environmental justice by mobilizing and empowering marginalized community members.” Flores explains the role of the OCEJ, the biggest campaigns its held and some of the best ways Chapman students can help fight for local equality in accessibility to clean resources.
Created by DANIEL PEARSON, Staff Podcast Creator. Edited by COURTNEY ARCHERD, Podcast Editor
Episode 33 | Recall Newson election updates
This week, The Panther looks at results from the 2021 California gubernatorial recall election, learns more about voter turnout and explores local resources for civic engagement (such as the links below).
Chapman University Civic Engagement
Created by SHANNON STANTON, Staff Podcast Creator. Edited by COURTNEY ARCHERD, Podcast Editor
Episode 32 | Chapman Behind the Scenes: “Do Better Chapman”
This week, The Panther examines the viral change.org petition: Do Better Chapman. Sign the petition here.
Special thanks this week to Isaac Marziali and Davis DuBose-Marler
Created by DANIEL PEARSON and SHANNON STANTON, Staff Podcast Creators. Edited by COURTNEY ARCHERD, Podcast Editor
Episode 31 | Diversity and supremacy — part two
An update from Chapman’s department of Public Safety coupled with a session of the “The Panther Pod: Outdoors” where we talk about how current students feel about diversity on campus.
Created by SHANNON STANTON, Staff Podcast Creator. Edited by COURTNEY ARCHERD, Podcast Editor
Episode 30 | Chapman Behind the Scenes: Orange International Street Fair
On the second episode of “Chapman Behind the Scenes,” The Panther Pod interviews vendors at the Orange International Street Fair to hear about what some local businesses and nonprofits are advocating for.
Special thanks this week to: Roberto Flores, Ted Okata, Cynthia Coral, Alex, Gloria C and Charles Baca.
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Created by DANIEL PEARSON, Staff Podcast Creator. Edited by COURTNEY ARCHERD, Podcast Editor
Episode 29 | Diversity and supremacy — part one
In this episode, The Panther talks to two Chapman students in response to stickers of a white supremacy group being placed on campus. Tune into this episode for more information about the group as well as student opinions.
For reference, the university’s email about the incident and the person of interest, here.
Created by SHANNON STANTON, Staff Podcast Creator. Edited by COURTNEY ARCHERD, Podcast Editor
Episode 28 | Chapman Behind the Scenes: O-Week origins
On the first segment of “Chapman Behind the Scenes,” a junior orientation leader reflects on their O-Week experience while highlighting some of the unique traditions involved with Chapman orientation week’s events.
Created by DANIEL PEARSON, Staff Podcast Creator. Edited by COURTNEY ARCHERD, Podcast Editor
Season One
Episode 27 | From the podcast editor
The Panther Pod's spring 2021 host, Ryan Cartee, reflects on her past semester as podcast editor and what this past academic year has taught her about self-care and approaching challenges in life.
Created and edited by RYAN CARTEE, Podcast Editor
Episode 26 | Summer (not so) bummer
Sophomore film production major Harrison Segal helps craft the most random and fun bucket list of things to do this summer.
Created and edited by RYAN CARTEE, Podcast Editor
Episode 25 | And the Oscar goes to
Sophomore Brooke Burns expresses her thoughts and feelings about the execution of the 93rd Oscar’s ceremony and what she looks forward to in future awards shows after the pandemic.
Created and edited by RYAN CARTEE, Podcast Editor
Episode 24 | Dreaming of Daisy
Rachel Othon, a member of Chapman University’s Disney Club 55 student organization, shares what she’s most looking forward to when the California park reopens April 30 and talks about her favorite Disney rides, movies and shows.
Created and edited by RYAN CARTEE, Podcast Editor
Episode 23 | Jack Ruhl might just ‘ruhl’ the world
Senior Jack Ruhl reminisces his time spent at Chapman and emphasizes the importance of caring about others, living in the moment and being your most authentic and genuine self.
Created and edited by RYAN CARTEE, Podcast Editor
Episode 22 | All ‘vaxxed’ up with plenty of places to go
Students share their experiences and symptoms from getting the COVID-19 vaccine, as well as their overall thoughts on the registration process.
Created and edited by RYAN CARTEE, Podcast Editor
Episode 21 | Spring (rule) breakers
After numerous students uploaded photos and videos sharing their tropical spring break vacations all over social media, other students who took proper safety precautions express their confusion and frustration about their classmates' decisions.
Created and edited by RYAN CARTEE, Podcast Editor
Episode 20 | Graduate student shares her sexual assault story
In honor of Women’s History Month, Chapman law student Tessa Marraccino speaks about how experiences with sexual assault do not define a person's self-worth and the importance of young women to have their stories heard.
Created and edited by RYAN CARTEE, Podcast Editor
Episode 19 | A year long “Spring break”
Four different students from each undergraduate class at Chapman University were asked three of the same questions. They provide their insight on how their lives have changed over the past year due to the pandemic, as well as what they hope to accomplish once the U.S. population is vaccinated and work and class returns to an in-person setting.
Created and edited by RYAN CARTEE, Podcast Editor
Episode 18 | She’s got the beat
Jolaya Gillams, sophomore broadcast journalism and documentary major, touches on what it’s been like hosting her own radio show at Chapman Radio, along with how music has played a significant role in her life.
Created and edited by RYAN CARTEE, Podcast Editor
Episode 17 | A word about Chapman partying
Laura Kim, a sophomore business administration major, joins The Panther Pod to have an open discussion on the recent student parties and the repercussions made against the fraternities who hosted them.
Created and edited by RYAN CARTEE, Podcast Editor
Episode 16 | Pandemic Productions
Senior Chris Li discusses his thoughts about the Dodge College of Film and Media Arts resuming student productions, projects he’s been able to work on and what his plans are after graduation.
Created and edited by RYAN CARTEE, Podcast Editor
Episode 15 | Drag UPBingo with ‘RuPaul’ star Alyssa Edwards
Bradley Brooks, set director for Chapman University's Program Board reflects on the Feb. 12 Drag Bingo event he organized, as well as how his role and experience in UPB has shaped his college life thus far.
Created and edited by RYAN CARTEE, Podcast Editor
Episode 14 | When in doubt, improv it out
Improv Inc’s very own Miles Shapiro dives into the ups and downs of the adjustment from live performances to virtual ones, while also emphasizing the importance of self confidence and how to not take your life so seriously.
Created and edited by RYAN CARTEE, Podcast Editor
Episode 13 | COVID-19’s impact on freshman experience
Sydney Denman, a film production major, goes into detail about her experience being a freshman during the COVID-19 pandemic, as she touches on topics regarding living at home, working on various projects with her classmates and her expectations for this upcoming semester.
Created and edited by RYAN CARTEE, Podcast Editor
Episode 12 | Healing democracy: Redefining nation wealth, well-being
News Editor Katie Reul and Dr. Sanjay Kumar, director of Contemplative Practice and Well-being at Chapman University, discuss the need to find unity as a nation and promote politics and economics rooted in compassion in order to prepare for President-elect Joe Biden’s inauguration.
Created and edited by KATIE REUL, News Editor
Episode 11 | Who is Santa Claus?
Features Editor Mitali Shukla dives into the origin of Christmas, figures like Saint Nicholas (real) and Krampus (fake) and the rebranding of Santa Claus and winter celebrations.
Created and edited by MITALI SHUKLA, Features Editor
Episode 10 | ‘We’ve already lost’: Trump-ism and voter fraud
Features Editor Mitali Shukla is joined by Photo Editor Sam Andrus to discuss Trump-ism and President Donald Trump's claims of voter fraud through mail-in ballot counting in the 2020 election.
Created and edited by MITALI SHUKLA, Features Editor
Episode Nine | ‘Lesser of two evils’: Biden and Harris’ political background
Features Editor Mitali Shukla and Assistant Features Editor Micaela Bastianelli discuss the general election, representation versus identity politics, sexual assault allegations and the negative aspects of President-elect Joe Biden and Vice President-elect Kamala Harris political background.
Created by MITALI SHUKLA, Features Editor and MICAELA BASTIANELLI, Assistant Features Editor. Edited by MITALI SHUKLA, Features Editor
Episode Eight | Whose to blame for the red mirage
News Editor Katie Reul reflects on the 2020 polling statistics, dissects the circumstances leading to President Trump’s former election in 2016 and discusses the need for education through broad-ranging political conversation.
Created and edited by KATIE REUL, News Editor
Episode Seven | Easy Asian Eats
Sports Editor Joe Perrino and guest speaker Chandler Yu, a senior economics major, are just two broke college students that love food and discuss in this episode how to make simple recipes on a budget.
Created by JOE PERRINO, Sports Editor. Edited by KATIE REUL, News Editor
Episode Six | The CROWN Act
Features Editor Mitali Shukla sits down with Chapman Black Student Union members Montez Jennings and Imanni Wright to discuss race-based hair discrimination and the passing of the Creating a Respectful and Open World for Natural Hair (CROWN) Act.
Created and edited by MITALI SHUKLA, Features Editor
Episode Five
Join us for the fifth episode of The Panther Pod!
Created and edited by LUCA EVANS, Managing Editor
Episode Four | Romance in Quarantine
Featuring commentary from TikTok sensation Jeremy Cohen and a couple forced into a long-distance relationship, people detail their experiences keeping up their romantic lives in the midst of isolation.
Created and edited by LUCA EVANS, Managing Editor
Episode Three | Reporting on COVID-19
Today, we talk to working journalists who are covering the coronavirus at home and how it has impacted their lives and careers.
Created and edited by LUCA EVANS, Managing Editor
Episode Two | 6000 Million Years B.C.
In the midst of quarantine, a student, professor and dean share their experiences with isolation and the activities they’re using to keep a level head.
Created and edited by LUCA EVANS, Managing Editor