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Alestle After Hours
by The Alestle
"Alestle After Hours" is an extension of SIUE's "The Alestle". Join us as we go beyond the 600-word limit and discuss current events that are taking place on the SIUE campus and in the world!*The opinions on this show are individually ours and do not necessarily reflect the views of The Alestle*
Episodes
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The Dynamic Relationship of College Press and Admin - Episode 184
In this episode of Alestle After Hours, Podcast Producer Sam Muren sets the stage for two interviews that reflect two different perspectives of The Alestle's conflict with the SIUE Administration. The first guest, making his Alestle After Hours debut, is chancellor of SIUE Dr. James T. Minor....
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Freedom of Opinions - Episode 183
The show filled with opinions! Welcome back for another episode joined by Opinion Editor Madison Steffen and Reporter Lily Berkenbile. Madison shares her experience of being the opinion editor and covers all the opinions focused around access to information and First Amendment in this weeks...
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FIRE After Hours - Episode 182
This weeks episode is hosted by Sports Editor Audrey O'Renic as Sam takes a week trip. In his absence, The Alestle has experienced a crazy week! Tune in as Audrey talks with Editor-in-Chief Dylan Hembrough and a representative from Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression Marie McMullan....
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Experienced Staff School Ready - Episode 181
We're ready to FALL back in love with school! With everyone back on campus this episode covers the summer just past and the brand new edition of The Alestle. Hear from our veteran staff Editor-in-Chief Dylan Hembrough, Video News Producer Chloe Wolfe and Podcast Producer Sam Muren as they share...
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Sun sets on summer - Episode 180
Alestle After Hours welcomes another new voice to the show! Leila Brown joined the show to talk about her experience as a copy editor since starting at the student news paper. Managing Editor Gavin Quinlan joins to talk about some of the most recent news stories around campus, and he reflected…
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Celebrations all around - Episode 179
Podcast Producer Sam Muren celebrates his 50th Episode producing for The Alestle. Multiple guests join him to talk about the past year of podcasts, the recent edition of The Alestle, the upcoming school year and America's 250th birthday. Editor-in-Chief Dylan Hembrough, Managing Editor Gavin...
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Reeling in Summer - Episode 178
The show welcomes its newest voice Reporter Katy Arterburn and now one of The Alestle's senior members on staff Copy Editor Matt Wolden to catch up on the latest stories around campus. The two also share some of their adventures and stories during their summer break. Check out more episodes on...
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New Editors embrace Survival - Episode 177
It's Survival Guide time and we have new editors bringing their creative spin to The Alestle. Newly appointed Managing Editor Gavin Quinlan and Lifestyles Editor Destiny Albrecht join Sam Muren to discuss designing for the first time and their ideas for their new positions. Check out more…
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On to bigger, better things! - Episode 176
We continue the countdown to ending the semester. Tune in to hear one last time from Managing Editor Michal Kate Reynolds, as she joins alongside Sports Editor Audrey O'Renic to recap the semester. Don't miss this final spring episode! Check out more episodes on Spotify....
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"Belonging" at SIUE - Episode 175
Graduation is coming up, so we invited Mass Comm Graduate Student Alex Trepka on today's episode. Alex shares about his research centered around "Belonging" at SIUE. Check out more episodes on Spotify....
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Becoming Unc - Episode 174
The year is flying by, so the time is here to reflect the past. Lifestyles Editor Chloe Wolfe and Opinion Editor Brandi Spann join the show to talk about this weeks edition and their memories while working at The Alestle Hear all about Metro East Eats - Cocktail Bars and the upcoming concert at...
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Pause II - A quick update - Episode 173
Podcast Producer Sam Muren delivers a quick update about the Alestle After Hours and looks towards the nearing end of the semester. Check out more episodes on Spotify. https://open.spotify.com/show/2TqfxG6tv24KzFoDaTGPcc Looking for SIUE news? Head to The...
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Riding Campaign Success w/ Jenna Nestor - Episode 172
SIUE Student Body President Jenna Nestor sits down with Sam Muren to talk about winning reelection for her second term. Nestor shares about the election process and the recent triumphs of Student Government. Check out more episodes on Spotify....
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Springing with stories - Episode 171
Newly hired Reporter Madison Steffen joins Copy Editor Matt Wolden to chat about joining The Alestle in its return to publication for the spring semester. Check out more episodes on Spotify. https://open.spotify.com/show/2TqfxG6tv24KzFoDaTGPcc Looking for SIUE...
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Mid-Semester Midterm Convo - Episode 170
Editor-in-Chief Dylan Hembrough and Online Editor Sophie Hawkins join the show to chat about the upcoming Midterm primaries and elections! They also chat about other news from this weeks edition. NOTE: Alestle After Hours will be on break for two weeks! Check out more episodes on Spotify....
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Winning in the Windy City - Episode 169
You're listening to an award winning podcast. That's right, The Alestle has returned from Chicago with some awards, including our show! Join Producer Sam Muren as he catches up with Opinion Editor Brandi Spann, Lifestyles Editor Chloe Wolfe and reporter Gavin Quinlan. Check out more episodes on...
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Flying high with the Bird Nerds - Episode 168
We're spreading our wings and featuring another club this week! Today's show we are joined by Felicity Hunt and Peyton Eldridge to talk all about the Bird Nerds Club here on campus. Check out more episodes on Spotify.…
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Women and Union Movements - Episode 167
The topic is cultures this week! Opinion Editor Brandi Spann joins to talk about her two most recent stories on the culture in feminism, and Reporter Gavin Quinlan the union conflicts on the SIUE campus. Check out more episodes on Spotify....
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Signing up with ASL Club - Episode 166
*For those with listening limitations, subtitles will be made available with auto-generated transcript* Another week and another club joins the our show. Anna Schleyhan, president of the American Sign Language Club, joined to the show to talk about ASL. She shares her experience joining classes...
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Mass Comm, Mass Success - Episode 165
In our first week back to weekly podcasts, Podcast Producer Sam Muren invites Mass Communications Club on the show to talk about the success of their club. President Ciara Folkerts and Advisor Theresa Pauli provide insight to the young clubs foundation and past projects. They also shed insight to...
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See you next week! - Episode 164
Podcast Producer Sam Muren provides exciting news about the Alestle After Hours and Alestletics publication schedule! Tune in to hear the updates along with some from around campus. Check out more episodes on Spotify. https://open.spotify.com/show/2TqfxG6tv24KzFoDaTGPcc…
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The Alest-La-La-La-lidays-Episode 163
The Holidays are here early. We don't know if there'll be snow, but we do know all the best tips for holiday gifts and events. Join Managing Editor Michal Kate Reynolds, Copy Editor Destiny Albrecht, and Podcast Producer as they give news updates, exchange laughs and give their gift ideas! Check...
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News and Notes from SIUE-Episode 162
Your latest edition of in-depth discussion on recent news from The Alestle. Reporters Paris Thomas and Gavin Quinlan hop on the show to talk about their stories and share their opinions on some frustrating topics about SIUE. Check out more episodes on Spotify....
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Alestle After D.C. and Trusting News-Episode 161
We are back from a trip to Washington D.C. and we have so many stories to share. Join Podcast Producer Sam Muren as he catches up with EIC Dylan Hembrough and Online Editor Sophie Hawkins as the discuss the recent Alestle news and stories from the nation's capital. Check out more episodes on...
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Movie Makers-Episode 160
Lights. Camera. Action! This week on Alestle After Hours we chat about our special section in Lifestyles that is focused on movies. Mass Communications Instructor Cory Byers joins the show to talk about the movie making magic that takes place in SIUE Mass Comm Classes. Opinion Editor Brandi Spann...
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Talking about SIUE's Fresh New Faces-Episode 159
In this episode, Podcast Producer Sam Muren welcomes Reporter Gavin Quinlan on to talk about being a freshman starting out at The Alestle this semester. Then Sam and Graphics and Multimedia Editor Tahzive Avi Islam chat about new content Tahzive is working on for multimedia. Check out more…
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A 'Love Story' engagement, not with Cracker Barrel- Episode 158
We're back, you're back and Taylor Swift are all back in the news business! Tune into this episode to from Editor-in-Chief Dylan Hembrough about The Alestle's latest top stories. Also, newly hired Copy Editor Destiny Albrecht and Podcast Producer Sam Muren gab about a Swift engagement and the...
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Internet captivated by Coldplay Cheaters-Episode 157
Graphics Manager Tahzive Avi Islam talks about some of his recent video work done over the summer. Lifestyles Editor Chloe Wolfe gives a rundown of stories from her section in the most recent edition of The Alestle, and Podcast Producer Sam Muren dives into the Coldplay concert affair that has...
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A Movie Marathon-Episode 156
Reporter Paris Thomas IV makes his debut on the podcast and talks about his recent work this week. Copy Editor Olivia joins him and Podcast Producer Sam Muren for insider on working at The Alestle over summer and some movie reviews. Check out more episodes on Spotify....
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SIUE pitches in to help Tornado Troubles-Episode 155
Sports Editor Audrey O'Renic and Copy Editor Matt Wolden talk with Podcast Producer Sam Muren about their stories in the local community during this summer break. Matt shares his experience talking to students and SIUE organizers that volunteered to help in the St. Louis tornado aftermath. Audrey...
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New Voices and Survival Guides-Episode 154
Editor-in-Chief Dylan Hembrough and Managing Editor Michal Kate Castleman join Podcast Producer Sam Muren in a fun conversation about changes within The Alestle staff and the newly published Survival Guide. Check out more episodes on Spotify. https://open.spotify.com/show/7wnmP2tNzpbFI6pZQMyFgM...
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Alestle Superlatives-Episode 153
Editor-in-Chief Dylan Hembrough, Lifestyles Editor Chloe Wolfe, and Podcast Producer Hannah Ledford sit down for a special end of the year episode where they assign superlatives to the Alestle staff.
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A Compilation of the Last Two Years-Episode 152
On this special episode Podcast Producer Hannah Ledford pulled clips from every single episode of Alestle After Hours over the past 2 years.
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Do SIUE Students Use AI?-Episode 151
Online Editor Michal Kate Castleman, Sports Editor Audrey O'Renic, and Podcast Producer Hannah Ledford discuss how students at SIUE use AI. They also discuss a unique SETO production of The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee.
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The Salary Sweep-Episode 150
Editor in Chief Dylan Hembrough and Opinion Editor Brandi Spann sit down with Podcast Producer Hannah Ledford to go in depth on the salary sweep story they've been working on for over a year. They discuss the challenges they faced and the impact the story is having on the community.
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What's Happening in Olivia's Corner?-Episode 149
Reporter Sophie Hawkins, Copy Editor Olivia Whitlock, and Podcast Producer Hannah Ledford discuss some of the movie recommendations found in the column Olivia's Corner. They also talk about a new composting project at SIUE and a women's display that is open at the West End Service Station.
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2025 Chicago Recap-Episode 148
Lifestyles Editor Chloe Wolfe, Sports Editor Audrey O'Renic, and Podcast Producer Hannah Ledford sit down to share all the awards that the Alestle won at the ICPA convention in Chicago.
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Exploring Bookstores And The State Of The Student Body Address-Episode 147
Editor-in-Chief Dylan Hembrough, Lifestyles Editor Chloe Wolfe, and Podcast Producer Hannah Ledford sit down to discuss student governments first state of the student body address. They also talk about a couple book stores that will be featured in this weeks edition of Metro East Markets. And…
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Meet The Pawfficers on Duty-Episode 146
Online Editor Michal Kate Castleman, Reporter Sophie Hawkins, and Podcast Producer Hannah Ledford sit down to discuss the two new "Pawfficers" at SIUE. They also discuss the research that was done by Professor Carr which brings to light a lynching that happened in Illinois.
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Studying vs Socializing: What Matters More to You?-Episode 145
Editor-in-Chief Dylan Hembrough, Opinion Editor Brandi Spann, and Podcast Producer Hannah Ledford discuss the pros and cons of focusing on either academics or socializing while in college. They also give an update on the warming centers in the Madison County area and discuss an ADEI certificate...
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How to Achieve Your New Years Resolutions in 2025-Episode 144
Editor-in-Chief Dylan Hembrough and Podcast Producer Hannah Ledford sit down and discuss how people can achieve their new years resolutions and goals in 2025. They also give advice on how to leave the negativity in 2024.
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Graduation, Growth, and What Comes Next-Episode 143
Opinion Editor Brandi Spann and Podcast Producer Hannah Ledford sit down with former alestle employee Francesca Boston to discuss their time at SIUE and studying abroad. They discuss managing homesickness and how traveling changed their perspectives on life. They also reflect on their time at…
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The Art of Instrument Maintenance and the Warmth of Giving-Episode 142
Lifestyles Editor Chloe Wolfe, Reporter Sophia Hawkins, and Podcast Producer Hannah Ledford sit down to discuss a woman who's been working at SIUE for 40 years with a passion for cleaning and maintaining instruments. They also discuss some on-campus organizations that are making hats and scarves...
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Unprovoked Frisking and Solar Panels-Episode 141
Editor-in-Chief Dylan Hembrough, Online Editor Michal Kate Castleman, and Podcast Producer Hannah Ledford sit down to discuss a bias incident on campus. They also discuss the fact that Chancellor Minor won't speak to The Alestle, a new literature column in the lifestyles section, and a solar…
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The New Orleans Recap-Episode 140
Editor-in-Chief Dylan Hembrough, Lifestyles Editor Chloe Wolfe, and Podcast Producer Hannah Ledford sit down to recap the Alestle's trip to New Orleans for the national college media convention. They also discuss all the awards that the staff won at the convention.
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Why Everyone Should Vote-Episode 139
On this extra special election-themed episode Lifestyles Editor Chloe Wolfe and Podcast Producer Hannah Ledford sit down with Interim Chair and Professor of Political Science Dr. Laurie Rice. They discuss topics such as why it's so important for everyone to vote and how to get accurate…
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Free Speech is 🔥-Episode 138
Editor-in-Chief Dylan Hembrough, Opinion Editor Brandi Spann, and Podcast Producer Hannah Ledford sit down to discuss why SIUE is rated the lowest in free speech in Illinois. They also talk about updates in student government, how letters to the editor keep newspapers accountable, and how SIUE...
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Does Ethical Consumption Exist?-Episode 137
Lifestyles Editor Chloe Wolfe, Opinion Editor Brandi Spann, and Podcast Producer Hannah Ledford discuss shopping at farmer's markets and how to buy clothes ethically.
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Navigating Leadership-Episode 136
Managing Editor Sam Muren, Online Editor Michal Kate Castleman, and Podcast Producer discuss Sam's opinion piece on leadership in this week's paper and explore what it means to be a leader.
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What's With Housing's Media Policy?-Episode 135
Editor-in-Chief Dylan Hembrough, Opinion Editor Brandi Spann, and Podcast Producer Hannah Ledford sit down to discuss the difficulties that university union workers face and the policy that discourages housing employees from speaking to the media.
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
"Alestle After Hours" is an extension of SIUE's "The Alestle". Join us as we go beyond the 600-word limit and discuss current events that are taking place on the SIUE campus and in the world!*The opinions on this show are individually ours and do not necessarily reflect the views of The Alestle*
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"Alestle After Hours" is an extension of SIUE's "The Alestle". Join us as we go beyond the 600-word limit and discuss current events that are taking place on the SIUE campus and in the world!*The opinions on this show are individually ours and do not necessarily reflect the views of The Alestle*
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