Welcome back to Real College Podcast, in this episode, we take a dive into pride explored through art. First, we look at Minnesota sports pride, the Timberwolves having one of the best seasons in decades, and spoke with their In-Arena Host, Jon Berry. Afterward, we hear from Blackout Improv, an all-black actor improv group. Then we’ve got a story about the evolution of LGBTQ+ representation, its start and transformation in movies and shows. Lastly, we check out the Walker Art Center’s exhibit showcasing Keith Haring’s legacy: Art is for Everybody. 0:25: Jon Berry - MaryKate Fenstermaker ..read more

In this episode of Real College Podcast we look back at stories from our former reporter Emily Storm in her retrospective episode. Kicking us off we’ve got the Minneapolis Tattoo Convention and the spoils it held, then how Gen Z is being affected in the workplace. Afterwards, Emily reflects how holidays just don’t feel the same like they used to and why, then lastly she tracks the money trail of the UMN parking tolls. 0:28 - Tattoo Convention6:46 - Generations in the Workplace12:34 - Why Do Holidays Feel Different18:29 - Parking Tolls ..read more

In this episode of Real College Podcast, we remember Brandon Wetterlin, former host and managing editor, and some of his best RCP pieces. Digging through the treasure trove, first Brandon shares his love for the band New Order through a music fundamental, then we look at independent movie theaters, followed by his very first piece (my favorite), and lastly mayoral politics in Minneapolis. 0:31 New Order Music Fundamental4:49 Independent Theaters14:52 The First Piece24:45 Mayoral Politics ..read more

In this episode of Real College Podcast, we explore the factors behind the declining applicant pool for colleges and look to the Weisman Art Museum as they're showing a multifaceted spiritual performance, Waking the Oracle. We've also got a story for Sexual Assault Awareness Month as well as a review of up-and-comer Alfie Jukes' latest EP and a full interview with Japanese emo/breakcore artist Emma Aibara. 1:08 - College Applicants - Matt Sullivan 5:54 - Sexual Assault Awareness Month - MaryKate Fenstermaker11:16 - Waking the Oracle - Anna Adamson15:26 - Sitting Pretty EP Review ..read more

This episode of Real College Podcast we cover the protests that have occurred on the University of Minnesota campus as a part of the larger movement occurring all over the US, and how they are a part of a larger collegiate legacy. Pieces in the episode will cover connections to the anti-war protests in 1970, to black lives matter protests in 2020, and the culture around protests as a whole.0:00- 2:50, 8:45- 9:20, 18:15 - 20:20 - Recalling the Protests - Brandon Wetterlin02:50 - Protests in 1970 - Matt Sullivan9:20 - Social Media and 2020 - Emily Storm20:20 -Building a Community - Anna ..read more

With this year being a presidential election, politics is popping up everywhere and in this episode of Real College Podcast we’re covering politics at many different levels from the recent change in government in Minneapolis, to the effects of racial covenants in housing statewide, and how the presidential primaries are showing up in the state. All alongside a piece about the Italian film festival and why showing foreign films are important. 1:00 - A House Divided - Emily Storm 4:30 - Mapping Prejudice - Anna Adamson 10:15 - Italian Film Festival - Matt Sullivan 16:00 ..read more

In this episode of Real College Podcast we have a variety of pieces that deal with different forms of art! From snowbank art in Winona to an exhibition of the author James Baldwin, and an interview with the musical duo Juanpalitoschinos. Alongside a piece about Gen Z entering the workforce. 00:45 - Snowbank art - Matt Sullivan 5:35 - James Baldwin Exhibit - Anna Adamson 10:45 - Gen Z in the Workplace - Emily Storm 16:30 - Juanpalitoschinos Interview - Brandon Wetterlin ..read more

In this episode of Real College Podcast we’ve got a mix of stories, starting with one that covers the importance of hair for black and brown communities, and how they often faced discrimination because of it. Next we have a play about the freedom riders who rode to protest segregation in the south during the 1960s. We also have pieces about the battle of the bands and how it's a special start for many college bands. Alongside a profile of a student DJ and a piece about the indigenous artist George Morrison. 00:55 - Freedom Riders - Matt Sullivan 5:15 - Battle of the Bands - Anna ..read more

With the weather being so weird, in this episode of Real College Podcast, we’re tackling stories related to how it affects our voting and our mental health. We’re also covering PTS services here at the U and why parking is so expensive, alongside a piece about the popularity of the vintage fest here in Minneapolis, and a fundamental about Sister Rosetta Tharpe. 1:10 - Voting on the Climate - MaryKate Fenstermaker 9:20 - The Minneapolis Vintage Fest - Matt Sullivan 13:50 - S.A.D. - Anna Adamson 19:35 - Parking and Transportation Services - Emily Storm 25:50 - Sister ..read more

In this episode of Real College Podcast we’re delving into the protests that have become commonplace as the Gaza conflict has been raging on. Alongside music pieces about black music history and its influence on popular music history, what our Spotify wrapped says about us, and a small piece about the chess club at the University.1:00 - Black Music and Popular Music History - MaryKate Fenstermaker 10:20 - Teach ins - Andrew Palik 16:20 - Power of Protest - Brandon Wetterlin 22:10 - Chess Club UMN - Andrew Kicmol 26:45 - Spotify Wrapped - Matt Sullivan ..read more