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What's that sound? Is it The Rumbling? The Battle of Yorktown? Nope, it's just Casey and Perla's newest episode of The College Exchange! This episode we discuss one of the most popular musicals in the world "Hamilton" and the global phenomenon "Attack on Titan" featuring special guest, Daniel Justic! Tune in as we discuss titans and women dressing up as Lin-Manuel Miranda dressed as Hamilton.

Welcome back to No Justice No One Piece! On this episode, Danny Justic and Perla Cobos discuss the Alabasta arc of One Piece, which is the longest arc yet. A politically fueled conflict between a kingdom and a secret organization, this episode is listen for any anime fan or polticial enthusiast.

Episode 2 follows Perla Cobos and Danny Justic as they discuss the Baratie, Arlong Park, and Loguetown story arcs of One Piece. These are the arcs that got them hooked on the series, and they discuss standout moments while drawing countless connections between the politics of the One Piece world and our own. This is a highlight episode and a can't miss for any anime fan!!

Join Casey and Perla in this special episode of The College Exchange as we celebrate Pride month! We talk about the ever famous musical "Rent" and the underdog anime "Yuri!!! on Ice" Lots of laughs and love in this one!

Amira Jazeera is a queer Palestinian-American musician. In 2025 she released her debut album entitled: 'The Amira Diaries'. The creation of the album was a healing process for her. In 2026, she released a brand new single 'Young, Sexy, Carefree'. In this interview, host Peter Kreten learns how Jazeera learned to make music on her Father's computer, how music heals, and why music sounds better on an iPod. Photos Credit: Michael Izquierdo. Used with Permission

'No Justice, No One Piece' is a brand new anime focused podcast hosted by Danny Justic and Perla Cobos. In this debut episode, Danny and Perla covered the first 3 arcs of the anime/ manga (Romance Dawn, Orange Town, and Syrup Village). They discuss the politics of the show, what stood out to them, and what connections we were able to draw to past and present events in our own world. This is a can't miss for any anime fan!!!

Kicked By A Hand is a ska band inspired by punk rock giants Blink-182 and Green Day. Fronted by RJ Ramanauskas, Kicked By A Hand has evolved from a solo project to a multi-person project. RJ sat down with Peter Kreten to share how they came up with the name for their project, how re-listening to cds helped them learn how to play guitar, and their approach to songwriting and finding the right time to use a lyric. Photo Credit: RJ Ramanauskas. Used with Permission

Griefeater is a “blackened alternative-emo” band from Chicago. The Chicago Reader named their debut album ‘Worn‘ as one of the Best Albums of 2025. With guitar heavy riffs and picturesque lyrics, Griefeater paints an image of Chicago that lives in your imagination. Ethan Rader and Lukas Skucas share with host Peter Kreten how the band wrote their critically acclaimed album ‘Worn’, how Zines and other physical media are a great way to experience art, and how a liquor store clerk inspired their song 'Evelyn'. Photo Credit: Eric Tan. Used with Permission

In this time of financial uncertainty, financial literacy is even more important than it ever was. Knowing what a credit score is, how it impacts interest rate on loans, and knowing how much to save can have a massive impact on your everyday life. Peter Kreten sits down with members of the Northwest Community Credit Union. Kreten is joined by NWCCU CEO Jose Garica, student intern Conor Murray, and NWCCU Board member Ron Luce to discuss these matters and why joining a credit union can help.

Maris O'Tierney aka Park Hills Circle is a singer songwriter residing in the Chicagoland area, and along with her twin sister Quinn, is part of duo Maeve & Quinn. Under the Park Hills Circle name, O'Tierney will be releasing her debut solo album 'All of a Sudden' on July 10th, 2026. In her conversation with Peter Kreten, O'Tierney discusses how picturesque landscapes of Alaska and western Ireland influenced her songwriting, her approach to playing the guitar finger style, and how classical composers influence her musical style. Photo Credit: Maren Celest. Used with Permission

Spencer Krug is a member of legendary indie rock bands Wolf Parade, Sunset Rubdown, Moonface, and has a prolific solo career. On May 15, 2026, he will be releasing his latest album 'Same Fangs'. Peter Kreten recently spoke with Spencer to learn about Same Fang's minimalist approach, how songwriting is his therapy, and what it's like to go viral. He also reveals some exciting Wolf Parade news. Photo Credit: Simon Lien. Used with Permission

Jane Hobson is a alternative singer songwriter from Madison Wisconsin, who residue in Chicago. Jane describes her music as almost journal entries to what she is experiencing in life at the current moment. In this interview, Peter Kreten speaks with Jane on the phone to learn how the over structure of musical theater pushed to her to performing her own music, her approach to writing, and how the local scene might be the best in the country right now. Photo Credit: From Jane Hobson. Used with Permission

In the latest episode of The college Exchange, Casey and Perla invite a very special guest onto the podcast, Features Writer of The Xavierite Niki! As a Muppet expert and enthusiast, we talk with Niki about all things in the Muppet-verse.

From their Bandcamp, "ABOLISHVICTORY! is the purveyor of the original sounds of R&Beyond ". Their unique blend of R&B, soul, and folk give Abolishvictory1 a sound like none other. On April 24th, Nicholas and Marcus from Abolishvictory! joined Peter Kreten at the WXAV studios to discuss how the band came together, their approach to songwriting, and how not to be pigeonholed. Photo Credit: ABOLISHVICTORY! Used with Permission.

Reva K is a pop musician from the Chicagoland area, who will be releasing her debut album 'Welcome to 20 Something' on May 29, 2026. In this interview, Peter Kreten sits down with Reva to learn how a trip to a toy store with her Grandmother inspired her to play guitar, how The Beatles influenced her music tastes, and her approach to writing music, and how it's best not to overthink it. Photo Credit: Priscilla Keyes. Used with Permission

The Career Services Department at Saint Xavier University, along with WXAV 88.3FM, presents the Career Services' Job Fair Tip. The Career Services' Minute provides job advice for current students on how they should prepare themselves for the job search. This Career Services' Job Fair Tip focuses on remembering names. Stop by the Saint Xavier University's next Internship and Job Fair on October 25th from 1p.m. - 4p.m., in the Shannon Center.

The Career Services Department at Saint Xavier University, along with WXAV 88.3FM, presents the Career Services' Job Fair Tip. The Career Services' Minute provides job advice for current students on how they should prepare themselves for the job search. This Career Services' Job Fair Tip focuses on following up with employers. Stop by the Saint Xavier University's next Internship and Job Fair on October 25th from 1p.m. - 4pm., in the Shannon Center.

The Career Services Department at Saint Xavier University, along with WXAV 88.3FM, presents the Career Services' Job Fair Tip. The Career Services' Minute provides job advice for current students on how they should prepare themselves for the job search. This Career Services' Job Fair Tip focuses on the elevator pitch. Stop by the Saint Xavier University's next Internship and Job Fair on October 25th from 1p.m. - 4p.m., in the Shannon Center.

The Career Services Department at Saint Xavier University, along with WXAV 88.3FM, presents the Career Services' Job Fair Tip. The Career Services' Minute provides job advice for current students on how they should prepare themselves for the job search. This Career Services' Job Fair Tip focuses on the importance of body language at job interviews, and stop by the Saint Xavier University's next Internship and Job Fair on October 25th from 1p.m. - 4p.m., in the Shannon Center.