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rECHOlections
by WCRXFM
A collaboration between Columbia College’s Voiceover and Communication Department, rECHOlections is bringing articles of Echo Magazine to life. Featuring in-depth stories from the Archives of ECHO Magazine.
Episodes
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The Haunting of the Congress Plaza Hotel
Today’s episode features “The Haunting of the Congress Plaza Hotel” written by Fiona-Good Sirota and narrated by Jake Demcisak. The article explores the spooky history of the Congress Plaza Hotel in Chicago. The hotel has a colorful history that includes serial killers, homicides, suicides,...
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Masters of the Ping Pong Speakeasy
Today’s episode features “Master of the Ping Pong Speakeasy” written by Kamy Smelser and narrated by Jack Leimkuehler. Ardy Taveerasert is the head coach and director of Chi-Slam, a Ping-Pong club in Chicago. We hear from students of Taveerasert and other club members who talk about honing their...
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Keeping Exotic Animals as Pets
This episode voices the article “Keeping Exotic Animals as Pets” written by Amina Sergazina and narrated by Reyna Parayno. We hear the stories of hedgehog breeders and reptile enthusiasts. The article describes some of the difficulties of caring for exotic animals and offers advice and warnings…
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Femme Fatales
Today’s episode features “Femme Fatales” written by Fiona-Good Sirota and narrated by Sumana Syed. The True Crime genre has exploded in popularity in the past few decades. This article explores the rise in the genre throughout movies, television, music, podcasts, and more.
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Decolonizing Spirituality
This episode voices the article “Decolonizing Spirituality” written by Camryn Cutinello and narrated by Sam Carlson. Malia Valentine meets with Indigenous communities across the country, helping them protect their land and sacred sites. The article explores some harmful outcomes resulting from...
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Three Brothers, Two Lovebirds, and a Van
This episode voices the article “Three Brothers, Two Lovebirds, and a Van” written by Faith Malinowski and narrated by Baxter Spark. We hear the story of a couple who met through a shared love for adventure and became the first customers of Van Life Chicago. What's more, we learn how the rise of...
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Masters of the Ping Pong Speakeasy
Today’s episode features “Master of the Ping Pong Speakeasy” written by Kamy Smelser and narrated by Matan Fireman. Ardy Taveerasert is the head coach and director of Chi-Slam, a Ping-Pong club in Chicago. We hear from students of Taveerasert and other club members who talk about honing their…
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The Knead to Know
Today’s episode features Echo Magazine article “The Knead to Know” written by Faith Malinowski. This article follows ‘The Food Guy’, Steve Dolinsky, as he creates his show and provides insight into the production of his weekly food segment for NBC Chicago. Steve shares some personal stories of…
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How Magician Paige Thompson Flirts with ‘Death’
This episode features Echo Magazine article “How magician Paige Thompson flirts with ‘death’ in her illusionary stage performances” written by Kamy Smelser. This article describes some of Paige Thompson’s most dangerous magic tricks while giving insight into her thoughts and fears about…
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Keeping Exotic Animals as Pets
This episode voices the article “Keeping Exotic Animals as Pets” written by Amina Sergazina and narrated by Shane Cloherty. We hear the stories of hedgehog breeders and reptile enthusiasts. The article describes some of the difficulties of caring for exotic animals and offers advice and warnings...
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Becoming Someone Else : Inside the World of Cosplay
In this episode, we hear “Becoming Someone Else: Inside the World of Cosplay” written by Cameron Continello and narrated by Nathan Persefield. The article highlights several artists from the cosplay community who speak about their love for the craft. They share techniques for creating costumes…
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Joyriding
Today’s episode features “Joyriding” written by Andrew Marciniak and narraded by Alan Dixon. This article tells the story of a bicycalist learning to recover through protest after a terrifying accident. Critical Mass bike rides are done throughout the country to take a stand in our ‘car-based...
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Lifting The Fog
This episode features Echo Magazine article “Lifting The Fog” written by Alex Horrell and narrated by Christopher Donahue. We hear personal stories behind coming to terms with delusion disorder. Hearing from those suffering from auditory and visual hallucinations as well as doctors working with...
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Of Two Minds
This episode of rECHOlections voices “Of Two Minds” written by Tyra Bosnic & Brooke Pawling and narrated by Emily Safko. This article is a conversation on living with bipolar disorder. We hear from a multitude of those who have been diagnosed and learn that it is more than just up and down....
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Invisible Wounds
Today’s episode features “Invisible Wounds” written by Taylor Scheibe and narrated by Ana Maria Podgaiskaya. This story uncovers the stigma behind mental health in the military. After service, many veterans suffer from PTSD but unfortunately, a majority don’t seek help. “Invisible Wounds” shares...
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Tails From The Underground
In this episode we hear “Tails From The Underground” written by Amanda Sims and narrated by Christian Wilke. Today we dive into a widely stigmatized and misunderstood group, furries. We see an inside look at the meaning behind this fandom and how outsider stereotypes effect the community. We also...
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Sensory Overload
In this episode, we hear “Sensory Overload” written by Marlee Septak and narrated by Isabelle Amponin. This article shares the little-known lives of people living with synesthesia, a condition where you can experience one of your senses through another. We hear what it’s like as a musician with...
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Queen of the Curb
This episode of rECHOlections features “Queen of the Curb” written by Amanda Sims and narrated by Jenel Lopez. This article covers a day in the life of a female sanitation laborer. We see the story of women who don’t mind the hard work if it means good benefits and income for them and their...
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Next Stop, Nowhere
Today’s episode features “Next Stop, Nowhere” written by Hannah Lorenz and narrated by Ben Clarkson. Telling the stories of train hoppers, we see what the dangers and truths are behind this life. We also see what job searching while living as a train hopper is like. These folks may not always…
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Island of Memories
In his episode of rECHOlections we hear “Island of Memories” written by Mary Elizabeth Figueroa and narrated by Julia Dalo. This article tells the tale of a family moving to the United States from Cuba, and the differences between family members entering the country. A U.S. passport and Cuban...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
A collaboration between Columbia College’s Voiceover and Communication Department, rECHOlections is bringing articles of Echo Magazine to life. Featuring in-depth stories from the Archives of ECHO Magazine.
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rECHOlections currently has 20 episodes available on PodParley. New episodes are automatically indexed when they're published to the podcast feed.
What is rECHOlections about?
A collaboration between Columbia College’s Voiceover and Communication Department, rECHOlections is bringing articles of Echo Magazine to life. Featuring in-depth stories from the Archives of ECHO Magazine.
How often does rECHOlections release new episodes?
rECHOlections has 20 episodes. Check the episode list to see recent publication dates and frequency.
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