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Humanities Radio

Humanities Radio is the University of Utah College of Humanities' Podcast. Our goal is to lead conversations about the humanities in the 21st century.We will talk with faculty, students and alumni to share information and ideas about the importance of the humanities in today's world.

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    Humanities Radio Presents: Comm 3540: Apocalypse Incorporated Episode 1, AI and Education

    Apocalypse Incorporated Episode 1 - AI and Education with Sadie Freeze, Jill Tuft, Simone Arai Wiatrak, and Ella Duffin 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.

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    Humanities Radio Presents: Comm 3540: Apocalypse Incorporated Episode 3, Jobs and Employment:

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

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    Humanities Radio Presents Comm 3540: Rep By Rep Episode 2, 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.

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    Humanities Radio Presents Comm 3540: JV Rejects 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.

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    Humanities Radio Presents Comm 3540: U Under Review 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.

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    Humanities Radio Presents Comm 3540: Rep by Rep Episode 3, Intention to Action: Changes 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!!

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    Humanities Radio Presents Comm 3540: Mask And Ask

    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.

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    Humanities Radio Presents Comm 3540: Crimson and Conversation 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.

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    Humanities Radio Presents Comm 3540: Saturdays are for the Utes

    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.

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    Humanities Radio Presents Comm 3540: Seeing Skiing

    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.

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    Humanities Radio Presents Comm 3540: Rep By Rep 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!

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    Humanities Radio Presents Comm 3540: The Colman Reiss Show

    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.

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    Humanities Radio Presents Comm 3540: JV Rejects Episode 3, College Game Day

    The JV rejects talk College Gameday and Utah’s big win against the Cincinnati Bearcats over the Halloween weekend.

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    Humanities Radio Presents Comm 3540: Subcult Episode 3, 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.

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    Humanities Radio Presents Comm 3540: The Nourished Women Podcast

    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.

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    Humanities Radio Presents Comm 3540: Crimson and Conversation 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.

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    Humanities Radio Presents Comm 3540: Playlist Party

    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!

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    Humanities Radio Presents Comm 3540: Crimson and Conversation 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.

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    Humanities Radio Presents Comm 3540: U Under Review 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.

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    Humanities Radio Presents Comm 3540: Rep by Rep Episode 4, Move for Your Mind

    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.

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    Humanities Radio Presents Comm 3540: Running in the Wasatch

    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.

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    Humanities Radio Presents Comm 3540: Apocalypse Incorporated Episode 4, The Future of AI

    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.

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    Humanities Radio Presents Comm 3540: Subcult 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.

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    Humanities Radio Presents Comm 3540: Break the Pattern

    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.

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    Humanities Radio Presents Comm 3540: Subcult 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.

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    Humanities Radio Presents Comm 3540: The Glow Guide

    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.

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    Humanities Radio Presents Comm 3540: Tyler Talks Sports

    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.

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    Humanities Radio Presents Comm 3540: Windswept Stories

    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.

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    Humanities Radio Presents Comm 3540: Utah Dive Podcast

    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.

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    Humanities Radio Presents Comm 3540: College Then, College Now

    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.

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    Humanities Radio Presents Comm 3540: JV Rejects 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.

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    Humanities Radio Presents Comm 3540: Black People Love Anime

    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.

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    Humanities Radio Presents Comm 3540: Football and Football

    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.

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    Humanities Radio Presents Comm 3540: New York Dreaming

    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.

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    Humanities Radio Presents Comm 3540: International Athletes & NIL

    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.

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    Humanities Radio Presents Comm 3540: Hallway Horrors

    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.

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    Humanities Radio Presents Comm 3540: Apocalypse Incorporated 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.

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    Humanities Radio Presents Comm 3520: The Salt Lake City Trappers with Ron Sabala

    The Salt Lake City Trappers weren't just another minor league baseball team. In the summer of 1987, they did something no other professional baseball team has ever done. Here's Ron Sabala with the story of the Trappers' 29-game winning streak and his family legacy behind it.

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    Humanities Radio Presents Comm 3520: The Evolution Downtown with Max Valva

    Salt Lake City has evolved into a true nightlife destination. Max Valva takes a look at the transformation.

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    Humanities Radio Presents Comm 3520: Books Under Fire with Marin Obrien

    Across the country, books are disappearing from school libraries and classroom shelves not because they’re outdated, but because they’re being banned. Today, we’re diving into the growing debate over what stories get to be told, and who gets to decide. Marin O’Brien dives into these bans.

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    Humanities Radio Presents Comm 3520: Home Field Advantage with Marcus Matias

    They always say there’s no place like home, but for University of Utah athletes, being home means much more than just playing on their own field. Marcus Matias explores how home field advantage has a deeper meaning in Salt Lake City.

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    Humanities Radio Presents Comm 3520: Thrifting Culture with Laney Hansen

    There’s a high volume of colorful shops on every corner of downtown, Salt Lake City. Most of these are high-end, vintage thrift stores. When it comes to fashion sense, Utah natives have it down to a T. Reporter, Laney Hansen has more.

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    Humanities Radio Presents Comm 3520: The U Women’s Outdoor Leadership Initiative with Jules Della Santina

    The University of Utah Women's Outdoor Leadership Initiative is breaking down barriers for women. Jules Della Santina takes us outdoors to explore what the club offers its members.

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    Humanities Radio Presents Comm 3520: Future of the Great Salt Lake with Jolene Croasmun

    The Great Salt Lake is 11-thousand years old. The lake is a huge part of our lives on the Wasatch front and it’s in trouble. We know the lake exists but do we really care about it? Low water levels are having devastating effects on wildlife and the air we breathe. Jolene Croasmun looks at what is happening to the lake and how we can save it.

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    Humanities Radio Presents Comm 3520: Utah Women's Soccer with John Leone

    Women's soccer players at the University of Utah spend an incredible amount of time preparing for each game. John Leone takes us to the field.

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    Humanities Radio Presents Comm 3520: Language and Identity with Jeein Lee

    Studying abroad can be exciting, but for many Korean students, language isn’t just a barrier—it’s a daily battle. The University of Utah’s Jeein Lee brings us stories from students facing academic English head-on.

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    Humanities Radio Presents Comm 3520: The Night Shift with Jacob Done

    What would you do if your job was slowly draining your health? If you work the night shift, that could be your reality. Jacob Done has the story.

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    Humanities Radio Presents Comm 3520: Fifa with Jack Lyman

    The world’s game is preparing to take over the United States for the next two summers. Jack Lyman is here to preview the FIFA Club World Cup and FIFA World Cup.

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    Humanities Radio Presents Comm 3520: SLC’s Independent Bookstores with Hailey Edmonds

    Salt Lake’s Independent bookstores provide a sense of community. Hailey Edmonds takes a closer look at these bookstores and how they engage Salt Lake City in reading.

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    Humanities Radio Presents Comm 3520: Women Sports Cards with Graham Jones

    Caitlin Clark set the record for the highest sale of a woman’s sports card on March 29. This marks a significant moment in the history of women’s sports cards. Reporter Graham Jones takes us back to the beginning of that journey.

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Humanities Radio is the University of Utah College of Humanities' Podcast. Our goal is to lead conversations about the humanities in the 21st century.We will talk with faculty, students and alumni to share information and ideas about the importance of the humanities in today's world.

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