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S2E3: Instagram, Voice Acting, and Photographing Colorado

S2E3: Instagram, Voice Acting, and Photographing Colorado

Max Hatlem

In this episode, we hear from Kerry Haslett, a sophomore at DePaul University. Kerry talks about transferring from St. Louis University, the fashion of Chicago, the evolution of her personal style, and finding happiness in self-expression. She also shares her thoughts on getting banned from Instagram Live and using social media for fun instead of promotion.

After that, we hear from voice actor Sam Carlson. Sam talks about how growing up with cartoons led to her love for voice over. She then shares her best Stitch impression, her experience of meeting Ryan Seacrest through WCRX, and some of the best live music concerts she has attended. Sam also talks about falling into the production side of audio and the anxieties that come with the job. 

Stick around for our interview with Elizabeth Rymut. Hailing from Colorado, Elizabeth is a photojournalism major and the managing editor at the Columbia Chronicle. She speaks about her love for photographing western wildlife, the culture shock of moving to Chicago, her ideal travel destinations, and the movie that inspired her to become a photojournalist.

Ep7: Everest, Algorithms, and Radio

Ep7: Everest, Algorithms, and Radio

Shelby Steele
Student Work

In this episode, Koda Calma, Dylan Case, and Renni Kieschnick interview Mt. Everest enthusiast and advocate Dawson Rudolf. They discuss where Rudolf’s interest in the mountain came from, and the dangers people don’t necessarily understand about climbing Mt. Everest. They also share the negative impacts the commercialization of the hike has on the environment.

Next, DJ Tacco meets with social media manager and fellow Columbia College student Shanel Midorya. She shares her experiences in the film department and the pros and cons of the internet and mobile media. They also share tips on how to work with the algorithm and what posts get the best audience response. Check out her TikTok account @shanelnechelle_.

Last, Leilani Fernandez and Shani Rosen talk to Jazzer Fierce, Kiss FM’s newest on-air personality. She shares where her passion for radio comes from and how performance and creativity has influenced her journey. We also learn how important hands-on experience is and tips for going into the radio field. Hear Jazzer Fierce on 103.5FM, Saturdays and Sundays from 4-6am.

Ep2: Improv, Comedy, and EPs

Ep2: Improv, Comedy, and EPs

Shelby Steele
Student Work

In this episode, Koda Calma, Dylan Case, and Renni Kieschnick interview comedy major Shelby Steele where they discuss the freedom of improv, the delight of collaboration, and using satirical comedy to make a statement. Shelby also shares advice to those wanting to dip their toes in the improv scene, how she uses comedy in her other artforms, and why comedy needs to open up to more points of view.

Next, Mia Hillyer and Zach Kolbus interview comedy major Evan about the decision to pursue collegiate comedy and how he got his start as a performer. They also discuss comedy on social media and how that shapes his comedic persona as well as what inspires his jokes.

Last, Henry Klapper interviews rapper Jimmy Gordan about the creation of his EP “I Miss Owside” and how covid affected his creative process. He shares how emotions fueled the album and the initial creation of OutPastMidnight. Check out their EP “I Miss Owside” here!