We also have a highlight of a very different kind of art contest here at NC State that’s looking to blend coding with creativity to make a lasting impression on passersby in the new Hunt Library. We have a highlight of a basketball organization here in Raleigh making a real difference in some children’s lives. NC State has its own food pantry, called “ Feed the Pack .” Guest contributor DJ Trillian has a highlight of the organization. Listen to all this, plus news beyond the headlines from Sydne...
Nov 06, 2014•41 min•Ep. 153
Each Diversity Education Week event has a password that goes with it, and when people attend the event they get the password. If you go to the DEW website and enter the passwords for two events, you are entered into a drawing for some prizes. We here at Eye on the Triangle are happy to be a part of Diversity Education Week, and your listening to this program is not only very much appreciated by everyone who contributes to making this show possible, but it does count for having attended a Diversi...
Oct 22, 2014•47 min•Ep. 152
This weekend is a very special skating event taking place here in Raleigh, and contributor Saba brought us coverage on it. The City of Raleigh has a huge parks referendum coming up, and if you’re not sure what it involves, Michaela has a news brief for you. Listen to all this, plus news beyond the headlines from Sydney and our Community Calendar. Nick Savage and the EOT crew bring you another edition of “Eye on the Triangle,” live each Tuesday at 7 p.m. on WKNC 88.1 FM and wknc.org/listen and av...
Oct 17, 2014•24 min•Ep. 151
Contributor Michaela brings a lot of local news for our listeners, including some sustainability talk, NC State’s cybersecurity events this month, and the changes to North Carolina’s voting laws. Listen to all this, plus news beyond the headlines from Sydney and our Community Calendar. Nick Savage and the EOT crew bring you another edition of “Eye on the Triangle,” live each Tuesday at 7 p.m. on WKNC 88.1 FM and wknc.org/listen and available as a downloadable podcast. ★ Support this podcast ★...
Oct 09, 2014•53 min•Ep. 150
We are lucky enough to live here in the Triangle, where we have a very rich local music scene. We had a member of a local band called Mipso in the station, and contributor Jay spoke with him. There’s a lot of great research going on here at NC State, and Nick had the chance to speak with someone involved in breaking developments dealing with liquid metals in our chemical engineering labs.
Oct 02, 2014•54 min•Ep. 149
Michaela has a special interview with Chris Brooks of the North Carolina ACLU regarding the new voter registration laws taking effect soon. If you’re not sure what it’s all about, have a listen. For the first time this semester, we bring you Poetry Corner! Listen to all this, plus news beyond the headlines from Sydney and our Community Calendar. Nick Savage and the EOT crew bring you another edition of “Eye on the Triangle,” live each Tuesday at 7 p.m. on WKNC 88.1 FM and wknc.org/listen and ava...
Sep 26, 2014•28 min•Ep. 148
Next, Michaela has a special report on the new voting registration laws taking effect soon in North Carolina. If you’re not sure whether or not it affects you, have a listen. Nick Savage and the EOT crew bring you another edition of “Eye on the Triangle,” live each Tuesday at 7 p.m. on WKNC 88.1 FM and wknc.org/listen and available as a downloadable podcast . ★ Support this podcast ★...
Sep 21, 2014•29 min•Ep. 147
Here in the Triangle, we may live in a warm region, but sports like ice hockey are still pretty popular, and NC State has its own team . Apparently that’s news to some people though. Have a listen to our highlight of the NC State ice hockey team. As many students here probably know, NC State Dining puts on lots of events across campus throughout the semester featuring all sorts of different foods. With Peanut Day at Case and Clark dining halls right around the corner, our contributor Sara sat do...
Sep 11, 2014•33 min•Ep. 146
Contributor Michaela spoke with David McGowan of the American Petroleum Institute about energy regulations and how they may change in the near future. We have another interview from Michaela, this time with Wayne Winegarden of the Pacific Research Institute regarding energy efficiency and North Carolina in particular. Nick Savage and the EOT crew bring you another edition of “Eye on the Triangle,” live each Tuesday at 7 p.m. on WKNC 88.1 FM and wknc.org/listen and available as a downloadable pod...
Sep 05, 2014•39 min•Ep. 145
An NC State alumnus has made quite a career for himself, from the Seahawks to Hollywood. Michaela got the chance to speak with him.
Apr 30, 2014•10 min•Ep. 144
This week included a very special edition of Poetry Corner in which Selma read some work submitted by a listener who is a prisoner at Central Prison. The pieces touch on his experiences with poverty, and they’re definitely worth a listen. Here at NC State there are majors of all kinds for all types of people. Our newest contributor, Mirtha, had the chance to speak with a student who has set up quite a fascinating combination of studies for himself. Mirtha has the scoop. Chief Terrence Parks is a...
Apr 10, 2014•34 min•Ep. 143
Contributor Saba spoke with an NC State student and WKNC DJ who may have the opportunity to take a once-in-a-lifetime trip to Mars ! In our continuing coverage, here is the final part of their discussion. Listen to all this, plus national and international news from Andrew and Sydney, meteorologist Katie Costa’s forecast, Ben with sports, and a community calendar. Nick Savage and Andrew Eichen bring you another edition of “Eye on the Triangle,” live each Tuesday at 7 p.m. on WKNC 88.1 FM and wkn...
Mar 20, 2014•29 min•Ep. 142
The Voice is a nationally-broadcasted TV show that highlights untapped talent from around the country. A graduate from NC State got the chance to be on the show, and an interview with her was featured last semester on Eye On the Triangle. She made another visit to WKNC recently, and Sydney had the chance to speak with her.
Mar 12, 2014•18 min•Ep. 141
Michaela has another local author for us this week. Drew Bridges, author and owner of the Storyteller’s Bookstore in Wake Forest , stopped by the studio for a chat. The Apollo 11 moon landing in 1969 was and continues to be a source of awe and inspiration for people around the world. A new project, titled Mars One , could possibly blow that achievement out of the water, and a student right here at NC State may get the chance to participate. Our newest contributor, Saba, has more. Listen to all t...
Feb 28, 2014•34 min•Ep. 140
Art enthusiasts of the Triangle may have noticed the lack of a physical location for NC State’s Gregg Museum of Art and Design , but that doesn’t mean they’re not still providing the area with great exhibitions. Last week on Eye on the Triangle , we profiled the history of the museum. This week, Nick has more. The Sigma Pi fraternity here at NCState is hosting a 5K in conjunction with the NCSU Counseling Center in under a month in an effort to raise awareness about suicide prevention. Here’s Des...
Feb 15, 2014•48 min•Ep. 139
Finding a lawyer for minor charges can be a struggle at times. A group here in Raleigh is taking advantage of the app-driven age we live in and trying to make it easier for all of us. Michaela sat down with the developers. NC State’s Go Red For Women initiative is launching on Friday. In case you’re not sure what exactly that means, Desirae has more. Art enthusiasts of the triangle may have noticed the lack of a physical location for NC State’s Gregg Museum of Art and Design , but that doesn’t m...
Feb 09, 2014•51 min•Ep. 138
In another installment of our newest segment, Local Author, Michaela highlights a writer from the Triangle and discusses her recent and upcoming works with her. As you are probably well aware, Obama recently made a trip to NC State . Nick and Andrew were there to cover the event. Listen to all this, plus national and international news from Andrew and Sydney, meteorologist Katie Costa’s forecast, Ben with sports, and a community calendar. Nick Savage and Andrew Eichen bring you another edition o...
Jan 25, 2014•46 min•Ep. 137
Triangle Restaurant Week is an annual celebration that offers a unique experience for participants. Nick has more. This week we've also got another installment of poet’s corner, featuring talent from right here at NC State. In addition, Eye On the Triangle contributor Dave offers a submission of his own. Listen to all this, plus national and international news from Andrew and Sydney, meteorologist Katie Costa’s forecast, Ben with sports, and a community calendar. Nick Savage and Andrew Eichen br...
Jan 18, 2014•34 min•Ep. 136
With a university as big as NC State, there are bound to be some people with interesting and amazing careers. Our own Gene Zhirnov found one earlier this year and sat down with him for an interview. The United Nations is a massive organization that involves the cooperation of many countries and people from around the world. Jake sat down with an ambassador from New Zealand this year. Needless to say, the Hofmann Forest sale has been generating a lot of controversy over the course of the past yea...
Dec 11, 2013•43 min•Ep. 135
There’s a study abroad program here at NC State that takes you somewhere you may never have though of going . NC State alumnus and former Eye on the Triangle host Jake Langlois dropped by to give us a special report. NC State’s holiday break is coming up, but what happens to all of the campus buildings when everyone leaves? Nick has the story. This week we’ve also got another installment of poet’s corner, featuring in-house talent Selma reciting from her personal repertoire. Certain animal shelt...
Dec 05, 2013•19 min•Ep. 134
In the next episode of Poet’s Corner, Selma brings you more poetic talent found right here at NC State. In addition, an anonymous poetic submission is shared. Talk of development surrounds what some cite as a historic section of Hillsborough Street. Michaela has the story about the controversy. Each year, the Human Rights Campaign publishes the Municipal Equality Index . Nick has a report on how North Carolina cities scored. Listen to all this, plus national and international news from Andrew an...
Nov 20, 2013•12 min•Ep. 133
The Redress Raleigh 2013 Fall Fashion Expo is this weekend. Michaela has more. This week we introduce a new segment called Poet’s Corner, highlighting poetic talent right here at NC State. Join Selma and our guest poet for the first installment. Yesterday, a federal grand jury in Raleigh indicted a Cary man on charges of attempting to aid a terrorist group. Andrew has the story. For the past few years, budget cuts have been affecting almost everyone’s lives. Here’s Michaela with more on NC State...
Nov 18, 2013•38 min•Ep. 132
This episode of “Eye on the Triangle” brings you a conversation with WKNC’s Walt Lilly, co-founder of the new video series “The Lounge.”
Nov 08, 2013•33 min•Ep. 131
This episode of “Eye on the Triangle” brings you the second half of our conversation with N.C. State alumna Kat Robichaud and her experience as a contestant on NBC’s “The Voice.”
Oct 30, 2013•28 min•Ep. 127
In a few weeks, there are several elections taking place in Wake County. One particular contest is the Morrisville City Council. Last week we brought you an interview with candidate Steve Rao. This week, Michaela sat down with Vinnie Goel. Listen to all this, plus national and international news from Andrew and Sydney, weather with Nick, Ben with sports, and a community calendar. Nick Savage and Andrew Eichen bring you another edition of “Eye on the Triangle,” live each Tuesday at 7 p.m. on WKNC...
Oct 25, 2013•49 min•Ep. 129
Supporting our nation’s wounded warriors is extremely important, but sometimes we are not sure what exactly to do. This week in Raleigh, a special conference is taking place to do just that. Michaela has more. “The Voice” is a popular TV show highlighting untapped talent on national television. Sydney had the chance to speak with a Wolfpack graduate who is on the show this season. Dave interviewed a professor right here at the College of Natural Resources about the varying nature and functions o...
Oct 18, 2013•53 min•Ep. 128
Bike sharing is a common feature in urban areas. With programs in London, New York City, Copenhagen, and many other cities finding great success, NCSU is seeking to get one started right here on campus. Desirae has more. Dave interviewed a professor right here at the College of Natural Resources about the varying nature and functions of fires. Here’s the second in a series of their discussion. Transit in Raleigh and the Triangle has been a hot topic in the past few months, and there are lots of ...
Oct 03, 2013•34 min•Ep. 127
This week’s topics include an interview about the Red4EdNC movement, the creators of Jar with a Twist, and the first in a series about forest fires.
Sep 19, 2013•33 min•Ep. 126
This week’s top stories are a doctor’s unemployment crisis in North Carolina and N.C. State’s role in the advancement in electric cars.
Sep 15, 2013•25 min•Ep. 125
A new semester and a new “Eye on the Triangle.” In this edition, we talk about the recent controversy surrounding feeding homeless in Raleigh’s Moore Square.
Sep 08, 2013•31 min•Ep. 124
