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Murmuring Tigers

by Wen

Murmuring Tigers podcasts record conversations that took place at Brenau University in Gainesville, Georgia. Tune in on our honest contemplations about our passion, our fears, and our life at Brenau and beyond. This podcast series feature student works in all levels of liberal education and major courses.

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Episodes

  1. Brenau Commons: Our Valued Traditions!

    Created by Hannah Tomlinson

  2. Why American Literature Today? Race, Gender, Technology

    By Olivia McIlwain. On this episode of the Murmuring Tigers Podcast, Olivia McIlwain addresses the overall question of, “Why Should You Read American Literature Today?” with a focus on the importance of societal changes seen throughout American literature. Olivia will zoom in on the specific...

  3. Why American Literature Today? My Antonia and Immigration

    Summary by Izzy Evangelista. In my podcast, I used My Antonia as the text to introduce my topic of Immigration in the United States, and how immigrants add value to our society. Throughout the podcast, I talk about how immigration is talked about in My Antonia and compare it to my own experience…

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  4. Why American Literature Today? The US School System

    From Angelica Mallak: In my podcast “Lets Dive Right In” I will discuss the importance of American Literature in todays educational system. I invite my listeners to ask themselves: Do you guys think that American Literature is important in our educational system? Should the American school system...

  5. Why American Literature Today? Class, Pathos, and History

    Made by Anna Beringer: this podcast episode explores the concept of reading American literature as a means to educate readers on less represented parts of our nation’s history. Though history textbooks can educate on dates, important figures, and political agendas, literature gives readers more...

  6. Why American Literature Today? Cultural Diversity

    From creator Esther Adegbola: this podcast project is an analysis of why American literature should be read. I shall explore the cultural aspects and historical features that American literature has. References Graff, G. (2007). Why Study American Literature? PMLA, 122(2), 552–556....

  7. Why American Literature Today? The Bechdel/Peirce Test

    In this episode, the question of why we should read American literature today is asked and answered by Sarah Wages. She will use different novels to prove her point, but specifically talking about Willa Cather’s My Ántonia. She will then introduce the Bechdel Test to American Literature, seeing...

  8. Why British Literature? Poetry and Social Change

    In this edition of the Murmuring Tigers Podcast, Juliana Cifuentes addresses the question of “Why you should read British Literature today?” with the topic of poetry more specifically British poetry calling attention to social issues and bringing about change. In this episode, Juliana will…

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  9. Why British Literature? Gender, Education, and Sense & Sensibility

    By Sarah DeLay. Bibliography “The Importance of English Literature in Education.” Rachel Bustin, 3 Nov. 2021, https://rachelbustin.com/education/the-importance-of-english-literature-in-education/. Jane Austen, Sense and Sensibility. Penguin Books, 1995. “Why Study English Literature?” Department…

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  10. Why British Literature? Feminine Predicament

    By Yareli Aguilar. British Literature is a critical aspect that is very important to the human being and its surroundings. Not only is it a topic or even a book you can read, but it is a therapeutic experience that has made an impact throughout the years. The reason why I chose the question of…

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  11. Why British Literature? Reading Angela Carter’s “The Company of Wolves”

    By Regan Spinks. In my podcast, I attempt to answer the question “Why should you read British literature today?” by analyzing Angela Carter’s story “The Company of Wolves” within her collection, The Bloody Chamber. I discuss Carter’s subversion of traditional folkloric themes, as well as her...

  12. The History of Asian/American Film - The Wedding Banquet

    By Yusheng Wang. Guest speaker: Ian Peters.

  13. Brenau Commons: Tri Delta House

    By Willow Hill. I interviewed Julia Stoner and got a few words from her about the history and significance of the Tri Delta house. I enjoyed hearing the research that she'd done previously during her time at Brenau, as well as researching more into the history myself.

  14. Brenau Commons: Our First Semester!

    By Autumn Young. This is my podcast with my roommate, Taylor Brand. We discussed different events and personal experiences we had on campus during the first semester of school. It was an extremely fun discussion to have with her and I'm happy I got the chance to have this conversation. We also...

  15. Brenau Commons: The Crudup Name

    By Turner Cole. Works Cited “Brenau History and Traditions.” Brenau University, www.brenau.edu/about/brenau-history-and-traditions/. Accessed 9 Oct. 2021. Weatheringham, Gertrude. DELTA ZETA LAMP. 1962, www.deltazetaarchive.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/Summer_1962.pdf. Accessed 10 Oct. 2021....

  16. Writing About Technology: Technology and Political Discussion

    By Lahna Wempner. Summary- In this podcast I am joined by my parents Donna and Paul Wempner, as well as friend Ammy Serna while discussing the impacts that technology has made on politics and how it impacts the opinions of the public. Bibliography: Suter, Keith. “The Impact Of Media On Politics.”...

  17. Writing About Technology: Impact on Education

    By Henry Wall. My Podcast talks about the impact of technology on education. The main focus of my podcast is how technology has impacted the special needs community with assistive devices. I go into detail about my experiences with assistive technology and how tit has changed my little sisters…

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  18. Writing About Technology: New Technology and New Generation

    By Karen Valencia. In this podcast, I will be discussing the different factors about advanced technology that have made an impact on younger children throughout the years. I’ll have guests intervene and share their thoughts and experiences on the issue. I’ll be focusing on the behavioral changes,...

  19. Writing About Technology: Technology & Health

    By Charlene Thompson. Summary of My Podcast: In my podcast, I discussed the negative and the positive sides to social media. I talked about three important articles including social media and young adults with long term health effects, the use of twitter, and how social media can help in a crisis.

  20. Writing About Technology: Technology & the Latino Community

    By Camila Ruiz. How does technology affect the Latino Community? This podcast focuses on negativity in the media during the 2016 presidential elections towards the Latino Community. In this podcast you will learn what the media is, how the media damages the Latino Community by spreading fake...

  21. Writing About Technology: Good or Bad?

    By McKenzie Rogers. This podcast discusses the potential dangers that come along with technology as well as the positives that come with it. This is to get you thinking deeper about technology. Both good and bad. Biblography: 1. Anonymous. “New Suicide Prevention Plan Is Launched.” Community...

  22. Writing About Technology: Social Media & Racism

    By Leah Ritter In my podcast, I will be talking about how racism continues to be a big problem in the United States, and how technology plays a complicated role in this. People put whatever they want on the internet because the law says we can share our opinions. I am going to address how the...

  23. Writing About Technology: Technology & Racism

    By Elizabeth Mendoza. How are technology and racism related and why are they important? In this podcast I will be speaking about two topics, technology and racism. I will focus on how they are similar and how they relate to each other. As we all know technology and racism are two different things...

  24. Writing About Technology: Invasion of Technology, Get Real!

    By Blanca Mallak. I will discuss the matter of technology and privacy. Now as many people know technology is all around us. Even a generation has grown to be too dependent on it. I will elaborate on the impacts the internet has on young adults’ relationships with parents and the fact that our...

  25. Writing About Technology: Race & Politics

    By Robert Laws. My podcast is about technology and its role in society more specifically regards political matters and racial endeavors. I reference works such as Carole Cadwalladr’s essay “Google, Democracy, and the truth about Internet Search” and "Is Google Making Us Dumb."

  26. Writing About Technology: Technology & Politics

    By Paige Downing. My podcast contains information about the impacts technology has on politics. In my podcast, I talk about the impact that technology had and will continue to have on politics. I also talk about how technology's impact on the government itself. During the podcast I talk about how...

  27. The History of Asian/American Film - Memoirs of a Geisha

    Created by Marian Russell. SUMMARY: I delve into the history and controversies surrounding the novel and movie, Memoirs of a Geisha. I bring in different articles and viewpoints and I interview Disney Plus actress Juliana Cifuentes to delve more into the intricacies behind casting and race in the...

  28. The History of Asian/American Film - Somewhere Between

    Created by Hannah Bowman. Summary: An analytical look at the documentary film Somewhere Between, and the lives of Chinese adoptees in the United States. Featuring a summary of the historical and current factors of this phenomenon, a discussion of its ethicality, and a personal interview with Jia...

  29. The History of Asian/American Film - The Farewell

    Created by Sydney Norton. Summary: Me and my Co-host discuss The Farewell and it's similarities to Crazy Rich Asians. Both of these movies are centered around traveling back to Asia for a wedding, though each plot is still very different. Both explore the good times and the hardships that come…

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  30. The History of Asian/American Film - The Moon in New York

    Created by Gina Xie. Summary The theme of my presentation is based on the movie, The Moon in New York, and revolves around the psychology of Chinese immigrants. There is an interesting phenomenon in their psychology that Chinese immigrants identify and unite with each other, while at the same…

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  31. The History of Asian/American Film - All Chinese Fly

    Created by Rita Sun * All the interview recording is authorized by interviewer. * Summary “After I go to China, all of my friends ask me do I see the flying Chinese”, this is the real experience from my American teacher. So do Chinese or Asians are defined by movies? In this podcast, I will take...

  32. The History of Asian/American Film - Fresh Off the Boat & Crazy Rich Asians

    Created by Meghan Zu My podcast topic is The Cultural Dilemma and Outlet of Asian Diaspora. You are welcome to listen to my podcast and give me some comments and suggestions. Thank you in advance. Summary: I focus on Crazy Rich Asians and Fresh Off the Boat these two works to further observe the...

  33. The History of Asian/American Film - Tigertail & The Farewell

    Created by Emma Jiang Summary: There are always conflicts between first-generation immigrants and American-born Chinese. It is a very common phenomenon in films and novels. So what causes these conflicts? Which identity do second-generation immigrants feel more fit in? We invite Henry to discuss...

  34. The History of Asian/American Film - Parasite

    Created by Jill Brookshire In my podcast I review the thriller/black comedy film Parasite directed by Bong Joon-Ho. This film was presented as a commentary on classism and hit the mark perfectly. In an uncommon combination of horror, satire, and comedy, Parasite presents a reality that can easily...

  35. Writing About Technology--Isn't It Great?

    Created by Samir Huete, an aspiring occupational therapist!

  36. Writing About Technology--Media & Colorism

    Note from creator Abigail: My podcast is about the impact technology has had on racism and Colorism. I will be talking on three specific topics which are the film industry social media and the makeup industry. I will be braking down the specific roles these medias have played in encouraging or...

  37. Writing About Technology--Artificial Unintelligence

    Note from creator Bryson: My podcast discusses the issue of racial problems facing today's modern technology, whether that be with A.I. , facial recognition software, or any modern technology. Hope you enjoy!

  38. Writing About Technology--Mental Health and Technology

    Note from creator Chloe: My podcast is explore where science and technology affect people's psychology and what mental illnesses result from it. Second, why people's mental health is affected, and finally, what we can do to improve or change the situation.

  39. Career Planning Series: Being an Special Education Teacher

    Tune in on an insightful conversation between Bailey and Pamela, an special education teacher!

  40. Writing About Technology--What is SAMR?

    From creator Julia: My topic of podcast is about technology and online teaching. In my podcast, I am going to introduce a model called SAMR, which is is a framework created by Dr. Ruben Puentedura that categorizes four different degrees of classroom technology integration. Also, a video is…

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  41. Writing About Technology--The History of Travel

    Summary by creator Haley: My podcast is about the history of travel. I will be talking about the multiple different ways on how travel has transformed. I also will explain the ways that the travel industry has shaped our society. References: Introduction: Transportation in America and the...

  42. Lit & DisEase Series--Disability in Chinese and American Cultures

    Summary by author Larry: It’s a podcast where we discussed about the different disabled people’s situations between China and America and some reasons that lead to this series of different issues. As we’ve known that disability issues are great challenges all around the world. We further…

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  43. Lit & DisEase Series--Menstruation in Chinese and American Culture

    Summary by author Charlotte: I believe that most of the female audiences of this podcast would remember when we hide ourselves in a narrow space to change our pads or tampons, to flush the evidence of menstruation away carefully and secretly like we are concealing some evidence of a crime. It is...

  44. Lit & DisEase Series--Stigma of Mental Illness

    Summary by author Lucy: In recent years, mental illness has gradually become an important factor affecting people's mental health, and media reports on mental illness are also increasing. There is a persistent prejudice against these persons with mental illness. Most people’s image of them is...

  45. Lit & DisEase Series--Understanding HIV/AIDS

    Summary by Gina: In this podcast, I will share some public understanding of AIDS. And the common misconception—the stigma of AIDS and its causes are the major focus. In this process, the differences between China and the United States in this social problem will be compared, so as to better...

  46. Lit & DisEase Series--Terminal Disease and Death in China and the US

    Summary by author Julia: This podcast starts from a scene in an American hospice and then leads to the topic-- terminal disease and death in China and the U.S. After shortly introducing the definition of terminal disease/illness in both cultures, the podcast mainly focuses on the “honesty” of the...

  47. Lit & DisEase Series--Treating Depression

    Summary by author Rebecca: Compare with America, patients with depression in China has disadvantaged conditions now. The number of patients with depression in China is increasing in these years. In China, patients do not get enough attention from the society. Medical treatment on depression…

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Murmuring Tigers podcasts record conversations that took place at Brenau University in Gainesville, Georgia. Tune in on our honest contemplations about our passion, our fears, and our life at Brenau and beyond. This podcast series feature student works in all levels of liberal education and major courses.

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Wen

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Murmuring Tigers podcasts record conversations that took place at Brenau University in Gainesville, Georgia. Tune in on our honest contemplations about our passion, our fears, and our life at Brenau and beyond. This podcast series feature student works in all levels of liberal education and major...

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