What's Up with The Wave?

In this episode, we explore study abroad through conversations with two Tulane students in Europe and Australia, as well as writer Annika Karbstein, who interviewed students across four continents. They discuss what made their experiences immersive — and how, in some cases, students remained closer to the Tulane “bubble” than expected.Credits:Hosted by Ellie McCusker, Gwen GiangrandeWritten by Ellie McCusker, Gwen Giangrande, Sydney IsaacsonEdited by Caitlyn GacProduced by Lila MagoReporting by Annika Karbstein, “Choosing where to study abroad? Read this.”–Editor-in-Chief: Ian FaulDigital Director: Lila MagoPodcast Editors: Caitlyn Gac, Gwen Giangrande, Sydney Isaacson, Ellie McCuskerWhat’s Up With the Wave Theme Credits:Sound Effect by freesound_community from PixabaySound Effect by DRAGON-STUDIO from Pixabay

In this episode, we speak with Investigative News Editor Lillian Foster about newly released documents referencing Tulane alum and benefactor Jeffrey Altman in connection with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, and the implications for Tulane’s donor relations.Credits:Written and hosted by Ellie McCusker, Sydney IsaacsonEdited by Caitlyn GacProduced by Lila MagoReporting by Lillian Foster, “Tulane alum, benefactor Jeffrey Altman named in latest Epstein files release.”–Editor-in-Chief: Ian FaulDigital Director: Lila MagoPodcast Editors: Caitlyn Gac, Gwen Giangrande, Sydney Isaacson, Ellie McCuskerWhat’s Up With the Wave Theme Credits:Sound Effect by freesound_community from PixabaySound Effect by DRAGON-STUDIO from Pixabay

In this episode, we talk with staff writer, Maya Shields, about tensions surrounding faculty voting rights in the English department. First-year writing courses are taught by non-tenured faculty, but they aren't given departmental voting rights. Maya breaks down the non-tenured faculty members' position on this issue, and explains the contention between them and the rest of the department. Credits:Podcast Editor - Arya GlennAssociate Podcast Editors - Lauren Kanter, Ellie Mccusker Digital Director - Katherine DawsonEditor-In-Chief - Ian Faul Voting Rights Interviewee, Staff Writer - Maya Shields Sound Effects:Sea against shore in secret cove - crete by HighPeakEmma -- https://freesound.org/s/641110/ -- License: Creative Commons 0

In this episode, we talk with Investigative news editor Lillian Foster about the trust fund battle impacting Charity Hopsital and Tulane, and staff writer Lia Prados about the gender gap in the Tulane student population.Credits:Podcast Editor - Arya GlennAssociate Podcast Editors - Lauren Kanter, Ellie Mccusker Digital Director - Katherine DawsonEditor-In-Chief - Ian Faul Charity Hospital Interviewee, Investigative News Editor - Lillian FosterGender Gap Interviewee, Staff Writer - Lia Prados Sound Effects - Sea against shore in secret cove - crete by HighPeakEmma -- https://freesound.org/s/641110/ -- License: Creative Commons 0

In this episode, associate podcast editor Ellie McCusker talks with Cassidy Meehan about the impacts of the federal hiring freeze on veterans, VA employees, and Tulane students. Credits:Podcast Editor - Arya GlennAssociate Podcast Editors - Lauren Kanter, Ellie Mccusker Digital Director - Katherine DawsonEditor-In-Chief - Ian Faul Sea against shore in secret cove - crete by HighPeakEmma -- https://freesound.org/s/641110/ -- License: Creative Commons 0

In this episode, Lauren talks with Bryce Oufnac about proposed bills in the Louisiana Legislature, including the Caleb Wilson Act, a bill that will require university students in Greek organizations to undergo anti-hazing courses. Credits:Podcast Editor - Arya GlennAssociate Podcast Editors - Lauren Kanter and Ellie McCuskerDigital Director - Katherine DawsonEditor-In-Chief - Ian Faul Louisiana Legislative Sessions Interviewee - Bryce OufnacSound Effects:Sea against shore in secret cove - crete by HighPeakEmma -- https://freesound.org/s/641110/ -- License: Creative Commons 0

In this episode, we talk with Breaking News Editor Lindsay Ruhl about Tulane’s actions towards student protestors, and Investigative News Editor Lillian Foster about the dissolution of Tulane’s Office of Gender and Sexual Diversity. Podcast Editor - Arya GlennAssociate Podcast Editors - Lauren Kanter and Ellie McCusker Digital Director - Katherine DawsonEditor-In-Chief - Ian Faul OGSD Interviewee - Lillian FosterProtestors Interviewee - Lindsay RuhlSound Effects : Sea against shore in secret cove - crete by HighPeakEmma -- https://freesound.org/s/641110/ -- License: Creative Commons 0March 11th Protest Audio - recorded by Lindsay Ruhl

In this episode, we get an overview of the upcoming 2025 New Orleans Book Festival at Tulane University from staff writer Rachel Hurt. We discuss new programming, notable authors, opening night events, and more!The New Orleans Book Festival at Tulane University runs from March 27-29th, 2025. Students are encouraged to register online at https://bookfest.tulane.edu/register and can attend all programming for free.Credits:Podcast Editor - Arya GlennAssociate Podcast Editors - Lauren Kanter, Ellie Mccusker Digital Director - Katherine DawsonEditor-In-Chief - Ian Faul “Preview of Book Fest ‘25” Interview - Rachel HurtSound Effects: Sea against shore in secret cove - crete by HighPeakEmma -- https://freesound.org/s/641110/ -- License: Creative Commons 0Flipping pages of a book by eizzof -- https://freesound.org/s/190032/ -- License: Creative Commons 0

In this episode, we cover the recent renaming of the Tulane University Office of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion and the Trump administration actions that caused it. We also dive into what other repercussions Trump's "Dear Colleague" letter could have on the university and its students.Credits:Podcast Editor - Arya GlennAssociate Podcast Editor - Lauren KanterDigital Director - Katherine DawsonEditor-In-Chief - Ian FaulInterviewees - Olivia Warren and Lindsay RuhlSound Effects:Sea against shore in secret cove - crete by HighPeakEmma -- https://freesound.org/s/641110/ -- License: Creative Commons 0

In this episode, we talk with Evan Albritton about the revival of the Hullabaloo Awkward Sex Stories series, and Ian Faul about the Trump Administration’s proposal to cut federal research funding. Credits: Podcast Editor - Arya GlennDigital Director - Katherine DawsonEditor-In-Chief - Ian Faul Awkward Sex Stories Interview - Evan AlbrittonNIH Funding Cuts Interview - Ian FaulSound Effects: Sea against shore in secret cove - crete by HighPeakEmma -- https://freesound.org/s/641110/ -- License: Creative Commons 0Track Title: Sexy Blues (Instrumental)Track ID: PRM_PRM_0181_02501Composer(s): Giorgio Cuscito (SIAE) 50%, IPI 512291780, Luca Majnardi (SIAE) 50%, IPI 443212003Publisher: Flipper srl APM (ASCAP) 100%, IPI 865296100ISRC: IT7150818125

In this episode, we talk about the LCMC nurses strike and a recent event on Tulane’s campus about the importance of STI prevention and sex education. Credits:Podcast Editor - Arya GlennDigital Director - Katherine DawsonEditor-In-Chief - Ian Faul LCMC Nurse’s Strike Interview - Cameron YoungSexual Health and STI Prevention Event Interview - Ellie CowenSound Effects:Sea against shore in secret cove - crete by HighPeakEmma -- https://freesound.org/s/641110/ -- License: Creative Commons 0

In this episode, we talk Super Bowl events with Benny, Terry Bradshaw day with Lindsay, and city preparations with Cassidy.Credits:Podcast Editor - Arya GlennDigital Director - Katherine DawsonEditor-In-Chief - Ian Faul Super Bowl Events Interview - Benny GreenspanTerry Bradshaw Day Interview - Lindsay RuhlSuper Bowl Preparations Interview - Cassidy MeehanSound Effects: Sea against shore in secret cove - crete by HighPeakEmma -- https://freesound.org/s/641110/ -- License: Creative Commons 0SOUND EFFECT FOOTBALL GAME.wav by cpark12 -- https://freesound.org/s/648448/ -- License: Creative Commons 0

In today's episode of What's Up with the Wave?, we talk historic New Orleans snow day, Louisiana anti-vaccine policy, and funding for Louisiana coastline restoration. Podcast Editor - Arya Glenn Digital Director - Katherine Dawson Editor-In-Chief - Ian Faul  Snow Day Interview - Lindsay Ruhl Louisiana Coastline Restoration Interview - Rosemary Mulvey “Louisiana anti-vaccine policy raises concern amongst public health experts,” Bryce Oufnac Sound Effects -  Sea against shore in secret cove - crete by HighPeakEmma -- https://freesound.org/s/641110/ -- License: Creative Commons 0 Waves Crashing - Monterosso al Mare, Italy 03 by omgbong -- https://freesound.org/s/493982/ -- License: Attribution 4.0 winter sledding children sound effect by Garuda1982 -- https://freesound.org/s/554358/ -- License: Attribution 4.0 Stereo SnowWalker 2.wav by jcs224 -- https://freesound.org/s/90173/ -- License: Creative Commons 0

In today’s episode of What’s Up with The Wave?, we talk President-Elect Trump’s plans for Louisiana, the Tulane Future of Energy Forum, and the Wipe Out Waste Initiative.   Podcast Editor – Jessica Clute  Associate Podcast Editor – Arya Glenn  Digital Director - Katherine Dawson  Editor In Chief – Ian Faul  Contributing Writers –  Lillian Foster, Ryann Goldberg, and Olivia Warren, “What Trump’s next presidency mean for Louisiana”  Maya Shields, “Tulane hosts industry leaders at Future of Energy Forum”  Ma Cazsandra Joy Dante, “Tulane Hospitality takes initiative to ‘Wipe Out Waste’”  Wave Sounds: porto 19-05-14 quiet to moderate waves on rock beach close recording.wavby bpayri 

In today’s episode of What’s Up with The Wave?, we talk crime drop in New Orleans, a judge’s decision on the Louisiana Ten Commandments law, the accuracy of presidential polls, and Vietnamese cuisine in New Orleans.  Podcast Editor – Jessica Clute  Associate Podcast Editor – Arya Glenn  Digital Director - Katherine Dawson  Editor In Chief – Ian Faul  Contributing Writers –  Cassidy Meehan, “Violent crime decreases in New Orleans following reform session, pandemic”  Bryce Oufnac, “Federal judge blocks Louisiana Ten Commandments law”  Ethan Lenkin, “Who got the election right, who got it wrong”  Billy Bernfield, “Food for thought: Exploring contemporary culinary identity in New Orleans”  Wave Sounds: porto 19-05-14 quiet to moderate waves on rock beach close recording.wavby bpayri 

In today’s episode of What’s Up with The Wave?, we talk Scrim the dog’s rescue, Hurricane Rafael, the UMC nurses strike, and Dennis Allen’s dismissal.   Podcast Editor – Jessica Clute  Associate Podcast Editor – Arya Glenn  Digital Director - Katherine Dawson  Editor In Chief – Ian Faul  Contributing Writers –  Lillian Foster, “Famous Zeus’ Rescue dog safely captured after seven-month escape”  Lillian Foster, “Hurricane Rafael expected to hit Cuba as Category 3 storm”  Cameron Young, “UMC New Orleans nurses go on strike”  Benny Greenspan, “Saints fire head coach Dennis Allen after loss to Carolina”  Wave Sounds: porto 19-05-14 quiet to moderate waves on rock beach close recording.wavby bpayri 

In today’s episode of What’s Up with The Wave?, we talk a referendum on the Louisiana ballot, election polling at Tulane, the economic impact of Taylor Swift, and fast fashion and Halloween.  Podcast Editor – Jessica Clute  Associate Podcast Editor – Arya Glenn  Digital Director - Katherine Dawson  Editor In Chief – Ian Faul  Contributing Writers –  Olivia Warren, Ryann Goldberg, Lillian Foster, Erin Mallow, “Tulane students await Tuesday, galvanized by progressive issues" Cassidy Meehan, “Funding for Coastal Protection and Restoration Fund on Louisiana ballot this Tuesday" Maya Shields, “Tulane students combat fast fashion during Halloween”  Marley Marsalis, “Taylor Swift concerts leads to excitment, economic boom, increased security”  Wave Sounds: porto 19-05-14 quiet to moderate waves on rock beach close recording.wavby bpayri 

In today’s episode of What’s Up with The Wave?, we talk Louisiana Education budget cuts, the SOAR vigil for Palestinian Lives, the hurricane season thus far, Kamala Harris’ appearance on Call Her Daddy, and the Tulane women’s volleyball team.   Podcast Editor – Jessica Clute  Associate Podcast Editor – Arya Glenn  Digital Director - Katherine Dawson  Editor In Chief – Ian Faul  Contributing Writers –    Bryce Oufnac, “Louisiana faces possible budget cuts up to $250 million”  Maya Shields, “Students Organizing Against Racism host vigil for Palestinian lives”  Sophia Finkbeiner, “Not over yet: Hurricane season rages on”  Ryann Goldberg, “Call Her President? Kamala Harris’ Call Her Daddy debut”  Riley Curran, “Tulane women’s volleyball makes leap from last season”  Wave Sounds: porto 19-05-14 quiet to moderate waves on rock beach close recording.wavby bpayri 

In today’s episode of What’s Up with The Wave?, we talk about the one year anniversary of October 7th, the Leah Chase School, students volunteering with the Coalition to Restore Coastal Louisiana, rising cases of Mpox in the DRC, and the Tulane-UAB football game.   Podcast Editor – Jessica Clute  Associate Podcast Editor – Arya Glenn  Digital Director - Katherine Dawson  Editor In Chief – Ian Faul  Contributing Writers –    Olivia Warren, Lillian Foster, and Cameron Young, “Oct. 7 at Tulane: Memorials, protests represent campus divide”  Gretchen Deutsch,“Non-charter school opens in New Orleans”  Sana Baig, “Freshman seminar class helps protect against Louisiana’s coastal erosion”  Cameron Young, “Mpox spreads in South Africa, has not reached United States”  Scott Houtkin, “Tulane routs UAB: Most points scored since 1998”  Wave Sounds: porto 19-05-14 quiet to moderate waves on rock beach close recording.wavby bpayri 

In today’s episode of What’s Up with The Wave?, we talk the classification of mifepristone and misoprostol as controlled substances, the Governor’s executive order on campus free speech, Hispanic Heritage month and how to celebrate, Tulane’s new Language Virtual Reality Club, and the Tulane Athletics 2024 Hall of Fame inductees.   Podcast Editor – Jessica Clute  Associate Podcast Editor – Arya Glenn  Digital Director - Katherine Dawson  Editor In Chief – Ian Faul  Contributing Writers –  Olivia Warren, Lillian Foster & Sami Gitlin, “Louisiana is first state to mark mifepristone and misoprostol as classified substances”  Olivia Warren, “Governor signs executive order on free speech at Louisiana colleges”  Evan Allbritton, “Hispanic Heritage Month in NOLA: celebrating Latinx cultures”  Ma Caszandra Joy Dante, “Language Learning Center launches new virtual reality club”  Jason Bernstein, “Tulane Athletics inducts 2024 Hall of Fame class”  Wave Sounds: porto 19-05-14 quiet to moderate waves on rock beach close recording.wavby bpayri 

In today’s episode of What’s Up with The Wave?, we talk pro-Palestinian protestors’ acquittal, the upcoming NOLAxNOLA showcase, the first commercial space walk, TEMS call stats, and the upcoming Tulane football game.  

In today’s episode of What’s Up with The Wave?, we talk hurricane fosters, the largest donation in Tulane’s history, disability access at Tulane, Kendrick Lamar as Super Bowl halftime headliner, and the Saint’s dominant start to the season.   Podcast Editor – Jessica Clute  Associate Podcast Editor – Arya Glenn  Digital Director - Katherine Dawson  Editor In Chief – Ian Faul  Contributing Writers –    Olivia Warren and Sophie Borislow, “Tulane students help set animal-fostering record during Hurricane Francine”  Ian Faul, “Tulane School of Public Health and Tropical Medicine renamed in honor of landmark donation”  Ryann Goldberg, “Disabled students see challenges, improvements at Tulane”  Kate Engleman, “Kendrick Lamar to headline Super Bowl halftime show”  Benny Greenspan, “Saints roll through Cowboys, continue dominant start to season”  Wave Sounds: porto 19-05-14 quiet to moderate waves on rock beach close recording.wavby bpayri 

In today’s episode of What’s Up with The Wave?, we talk Gov. Landry’s ban of critical race theory in schools, the national measles uptick, student and administrative sustainability initiatives at Tulane, and last week’s Green Wave football game.  Tune in every Friday for weekly news updates. What's Up with The Wave? is made in collaboration with the Tulane Hullabaloo. Podcast Editor – Jessica Clute  Associate Podcast Editor – Arya Glenn  Digital Director - Katherine Dawson  Editor In Chief – Ian Faul  Contributing Writers –    Lillian Foster, “Louisiana Gov. Jeff Landry bans critical race theory in K-12 public schools”  Rosemary Mulvey, “Measles is making a comeback: Here’s why”  Sophia Finkbeiner, “The Green Wave: Sustainability at Tulane”  Benny Greenspan and Scott Houtkin ,“Mensah, Tulane centered in on Kansas State after blowing out Southeastern Louisiana” 

In today’s episode of What’s Up with The Wave?, we talk pro-choice voters in Louisiana, Angola prison conditions, Chappell Roan’s press statement, Tulane’s TIERA program, and the Saints preseason finale.  Tune in every Friday for weekly news updates. What's Up with The Wave? is made in collaboration with the Tulane Hullabaloo. Podcast Editor – Jessica Clute  Associate Podcast Editor – Arya Glenn  Digital Director - Katherine Dawson  Editor In Chief – Ian Faul  Contributing Writers –    Bryce Oufnac (“Pro-choice voters increase in Louisiana”)  Alya Satchu (“Addressing inhumanity in Angola Prison”)  Evan Allbritton (“ ‘It’s a Femininomenon:’ sexism in Hollywood)  Sophia Finkbeiner (“ ‘Living laboratory’ combines community research, conservation”)  Scott Houtkin (“Saints close out preseason versus Spears, Jackson”)