David Bruen reflects on achievements, goals ahead of SA election
Student Association President David Bruen speaks on the successes of his administration and unfinished business as SA presidential elections begin.
Apr 04, 2022•25 min
The Daily Orange Podcast
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Vera House persists throughout staff shortages, funding deficit
A labor shortage and lack of funding have jeopardized the operations of the Vera House. The local shelter and advocacy organization for domestic violence and sexual abuse victims is facing its biggest existential threat yet. In this episode of The Daily Orange Podcast, Asst. Digital Editor Ivana Xie explains how these problems came to be, and where the Vera House goes from here. Our host is Harry Kelly, Marnie Muñoz is our Podcast Editor, and Andrew Hood is our Executive Producer....
Mar 03, 2022•10 min
Peeling it Back: The making of Sisters in Media and its founder
Founded by Oladotun Idowu in 2016, Sisters in Media works toward helping women of color in media professions. It gives career development, networking and job opportunities to women of color in one of the most competitive fields. Idowu sat down with our podcast host Jordan Greene and spoke about her journey from Syracuse University to becoming a success in the media industry. Jordan Greene and Jade Chung are our hosts, Marnie Muñoz is our podcast editor, Dominic Chiappone is our producer and Anth...
Feb 07, 2022•51 min
Bias incidents, safety concerns are some of the reasons these students left SU
Safety concerns. Recent bias incidents. Tuition prices. These are some of reasons students have transferred from Syracuse University.In this episode of The Daily Orange podcast, Asst. News Copy Editor Francis Tang examines why some Syracuse University students decided to transfer.Also in this episode Asst. News Digital Editor Shantel Guzman speaks about SU’s decision to adopt a test-optional policy through the 2022-23 year.In the wake of recent sexual assault protests on campus, Asst. Culture Ed...
Oct 28, 2021•25 min
Advocates supporting refugees, gun laws and reproductive rights
A Syracuse University student in Army ROTC created a petition asking the university to offer scholarships to Afghan refugees to attend SU.In this episode of The Daily Orange podcast, Asst. News Editor Richard Perrins sits down with ROTC student Madi Messare to discuss what inspired her to push SU to help these refugees.Also in this episode, Asst. News Editor Kyle Chouinard talks about Syracuse community members marching for reproductive rights and Senior Staff Writer Chris Hippensteel discusses ...
Oct 13, 2021•15 min
Peeling it Back: Newhouse alumna from viral Orange Crate video recalls journalism career
On Air Host at WynnBET Claudia Bellofatto remembers rolling her eyes at Orange Crate while a guy tried to make conversation with her. The next morning, she realized her friend had filmed the moment and the video had blown up on social media. In the first Peeling it Back episode of the Fall 2021 semester, Bellofatto talks about the video that led to internet fame, her time at SU, her broadcast career and her love for sports. Our host is Sydney Bergan, Moriah Humiston is our podcast editor, Adam W...
Oct 06, 2021•20 min
How federal DACA ruling impacts undocumented immigrants in Syracuse
A federal district judge in Texas ruled against the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program in July, preventing the federal government from accepting new applications. In this episode of The Daily Orange podcast, Asst. News Editor Richard Perrins discusses what the ruling means for undocumented immigrants in the Syracuse area. Also in this episode, Asst. News Digital Editor Shantel Guzman talks about the 2021 Lockerbie Scholars and Culture Editor Louis Platt gives advice on how to find of...
Sep 23, 2021•22 min
Season 5: The Daily Orange Podcast
The Daily Orange Podcast and Peeling it Back are returning this semester to give you a deeper look into stories relating to the SU and Syracuse community. Tune in each week to get the latest news from our new D.O. Podcast host Kailey Norusis and culture stories from Peeling it Back host Sydney Bergan.
Sep 03, 2021•51 sec•Season 5Ep. 1
Strained trust inside and outside of Syracuse
COVID-19 vaccine efforts for incarcerated individuals have slowed in New York state prisons. In this episode of The Daily Orange Podcast, Enterprise Editor Gabe Stern breaks down why the way forward is complicated.Also in this edition, Assistant News Editor Sarah Alessandrini explains SU Steam Station’s complex relationship with a Syracuse neighborhood and Culture Editor Sydney Bergan discusses how four film majors produced their senior theses in a pandemic.Our host is Marnie Muñoz, Adam Garrity...
May 04, 2021•33 min•Season 4Ep. 11
Building community around faith and food
On this episode of The Daily Orange podcast, host Marnie Muñoz speaks with Asst. News Editor Mira Berenbaum about how Jewish students have found community on SU's campus.Also in this episode, Asst. Digital Editor Kailey Norusis discusses how the Eastern Farm Workers Association supports local low-income workers and Asst. Digital Editor Gavi Azoff talks about one SU student who has raised thousands of dollars for pediatic cancer with a hot cocoa stand.Our host is Marnie Muñoz, Adam Garrity is our...
Apr 27, 2021•25 min•Season 4Ep. 10
The Syracuse landmarks you need to see, but probably haven't
Tipp Hill. Downtown Eastwood. Elmwood Park. These iconic Syracuse sites are all excellent ways to experience the city beyond Syracuse University's campus — even though most students haven't heard of them.On this episode of The Daily Orange podcast, Enterprise Editor Gabe Stern breaks down "Syracuse Staples," the D.O. Culture Staff's catalogue of 10 Syracuse shops, neighborhoods and parks all SU students should visit.Our host is Marnie Muñoz, Adam Garrity is our Executive Producer, Moriah Humisto...
Apr 21, 2021•19 min•Season 4Ep. 9
'These kids are the future': Organizers protest Judson Albahm's death
Police officers from multiple agencies shot and killed Judson Albahm, a 17-year-old, as he was experiencing a mental health crisis. Following his death, activists in the city demanded justice and substantive change in how Syracuse law enforcement responds to mental health issues. In this episode of The Daily Orange podcast, host Marnie Muñoz sits down with Asst. News Editor Maggie Hicks to discuss what activists and experts say needs to change about how police respond to mental health crisis in ...
Apr 13, 2021•35 min•Season 4Ep. 8
Peeling it back: The legacy of Matilda Joslyn Gage
Syracuse resident Matilda Joslyn Gage was on the forefront of the suffragette movement, but is excluded from most history books due to her radical ideas at the time. These high school girls are continuing her legacy. On this episode of “Peeling it Back,” we sit down with high school students Chadani Timsina and Abby Kambhampaty , who are part of the Gage Ambassadors for Human Rights program. Run by the Matilda Joslyn Gage Foundation, the program engages high school girls in community activism an...
Apr 08, 2021•25 min•Season 1Ep. 3
Could South Campus be a thing of the past?
The Board of Trustees proposed getting rid of student housing on South Campus. It’s been met with opposition. In this edition of The Daily Orange podcast, host Marnie Muñoz and Assistant Digital Editor Chris Hippensteel discuss students’ reaction to the Board of Trustees’ proposal. Also in this episode, Assistant News Editor Maggie Hicks discusses what marijuana legalization means for New York state and Senior Staff Writer Mandy Kraynak breaks down how SU Abroad is reaching students at home. Our...
Apr 06, 2021•28 min•Season 4Ep. 7
Wellness, accessibility and TikTok fame
SU students say they need a break this semester. So far they've gotten one — for 24 hours. In this edition of The Daily Orange podcast, host Marnie Muñoz sits down with Assistant News Editor Sarah Alessandrini to discuss how SU students spent their first wellness day and why many feel like the two SU has provided this semester aren't enough. Our host is Marnie Muñoz, Adam Garrity is our Executive Producer, Moriah Humiston is our Podcast Editor, Chris Hippensteel is our Assistant Digital Editor a...
Mar 30, 2021•34 min•Season 4Ep. 7
Asian American, international students talk racism on campus and beyond
Last week, a gunman opened opened fire in three separate Asian American-owned massage parlors, killing eight people. The killings follow a year of rising hate crimes directed against Asian Americans, including several incidents at Syracuse University. In this edition of The Daily Orange Podcast, host Marnie Muñoz sits down with international student beat writer Francis Tang and opinion columnist Isaac Ryu to discuss their experiences with anti-Asian racism in the United States. Our host is Marni...
Mar 23, 2021•34 min•Season 4Ep. 6
Peeling it back: How SU student food businesses are moving from dorm to table
In a year where students are stuck in their dorms due to COVID-19 safety precautions, some are starting their own food businesses to to connect when social gatherings cannot. On this episode of “Peeling it Back," we sit down with students Audrey Adam, who began a bread business, and Andrei Stenmark, who sells bacon, egg and cheese sandwiches, to discuss what it’s like to run a food business as a full-time SU student. Our host is Sarah Slavin, Adam Garrity is our Executive Producer, Moriah Humist...
Mar 18, 2021•21 min•Season 1Ep. 2
A year without each other
One year of COVID-19. A year of quarantines, of separation, of loneliness. A year of missed opportunities and missing friends. A year of wastewater surveillance and surveillance testing, of lost time and lost loved ones. A year of doubt, and of unexpected goodbyes. On this episode of The Daily Orange podcast, host Marnie Muñoz sits down with the D.O.’s spring 2020 news team — Sarah Alessandrini, Maggie Hicks and Chris Hippensteel — to discuss how the last year has impacted the SU community. Our ...
Mar 16, 2021•35 min•Season 4Ep. 5
Slow and steady progress for SU, graduate students and the city
After a year-long investigation, SU’s Board of Trustees special committee on diversity released a report detailing 10 recommendations to improve the campus climate. But how much can the student body trust the recommendations of a board composed of predominantly white, predominantly male and predominantly wealthy members? News Editor Michael Sessa asks this question to the board’s co-chairs in this episode of The Daily Orange podcast. Also in this episode, host Marnie Muñoz discusses graduate stu...
Mar 09, 2021•36 min•Season 4Ep. 4
Will the I-81 community grid repeat history or remake it?
In this episode of The Daily Orange podcast, host Marnie Muñoz speaks with Assistant News Editor Maggie Hicks about the plans to dismantle the I-81 viaduct — and how the project is stoking residents’ fears of displacement. Also in this episode, Muñoz and Assistant News Editor Sarah Alessandrini discuss why some SU faculty believe a diversification fund isn’t enough to foster diversity at the university, and senior staff writer Mandy Kraynak explains Greek life’s virtual recruitment. Our host is ...
Mar 02, 2021•25 min•Season 4Ep. 3
Peeling it back: What you don’t know about Maggie Rogers
On our inaugural episode of “Peeling it back,” we speak with New York Times contributor Alex Pappademas about interviewing artist Maggie Rogers, who performed at the latest University Union concert Sunday night. Our host is Sarah Slavin, Adam Garrity is our Executive Producer, Moriah Humiston is our Podcast Editor, KJ Edelman is our Digital Managing Editor and Adam Wolff is our music producer.
Feb 25, 2021•21 min•Season 1Ep. 1
Pain and progress: Black History Month in Syracuse
In this episode of The Daily Orange podcast, former US Attorney General Loretta Lynch discusses her year-long, 97-page review of The Department of Public Safety in a conversation with News Editor Michael Sessa. Also in this episode, host Marnie Muñoz and Assistant Digital Editor Chris Hippensteel look back on the #NotAgainSU occupation of Crouse-Hinds Hall one year later, Editorial Editor Cori Dill discusses D.O. Opinion’s Black Voices project and Assistant Culture Editor Christopher Scarglato t...
Feb 23, 2021•29 min•Season 4Ep. 2
Data, dining and social distancing in 2021
In this episode of The Daily Orange Podcast, News Editor Michael Sessa breaks down Syracuse University’s response to a data breach that comprised students’ sensitive data, including their social security numbers. Host Marnie Muñoz also also brings on Assistant News Editor Mira Berenbaum to discuss how SU classes have continued adapting to COVID-19-related constrictions. And Culture Editor Sydney Bergen offers a tour of the new Schine Student Center. Our host is Marnie Muñoz. Adam Garrity is our ...
Feb 16, 2021•26 min•Season 4Ep. 1
Campus closure after rising COVID-19 cases, SU uses biased test proctoring
Featuring News staff coverage of campus closure with News Editor Chris Hippensteel, "College of Law will use proctoring software despite bias, security concerns" by Michael Sessa, and "Sudden end to in-person classes leaves some students feeling uncertain" by Sarah Alessandrini. Our host is Moriah Humiston and our Executive Producer and Podcast Editor is Elizabeth Kauma. Our Producers for this episode were Abby Fritz, Kiley Herlihy, and Adam Garrity.
Nov 16, 2020•32 min•Season 3Ep. 13
How the presidential election impacted SU's campus community
Featuring analysis from Ghael Fobes and Anthony Dabbundo, "SU, SUNY-ESF students excited to cast ballots, feel safe voting in person" by the Daily Orange News Staff with News Editor Chris Hippensteel, "Students anxiously await final election results the day after polls close" by Sarah Alessandrini and Abby Weis, "Some professors cancel class, adjust plans to reduce Election Day stress" by Michael Sessa. Our host is Moriah Humiston and our Executive Producer and Podcast Editor is Elizabeth Kauma....
Nov 10, 2020•35 min•Season 3Ep. 12
Semester of grief, visibility for Indigenous students and accessible audio
Trigger warning: this episode contains discussions of death and grieving. Featuring "SU chaplains explain ways to cope after campus community deaths" by Maggie Hicks, "Indigenous students will design art installation to honor Onondaga Nation" by Madison Tyler, and "Sound Beat: Access Audio creates audiobook with InclusiveU students" by Sydney Bergan. Our host is Moriah Humiston and our Executive Producer and Podcast Editor is Elizabeth Kauma. Our Producers for this episode were Abby Fritz, Kiley...
Nov 03, 2020•26 min•Season 3Ep. 11
Syracuse activists' vision for police reform
Featuring "What police reform means to Syracuse activists, leaders" by Abby Weiss and Richard Chang, "Syracuse nonprofit will build city’s 1st LGBTQ youth homeless shelter" by Sarah Alessandrini, and "SU students release music about self-reflection, social justice" by Abby Baughan. Our host is Moriah Humiston and our Executive Producer and Podcast Editor is Elizabeth Kauma. Our Producers for this episode were Katherine Itoh, Adam Garrity, Kiley Herlihy, and Abby Fritz. The songs mixed into the P...
Oct 27, 2020•28 min•Season 3Ep. 10
SU's online classes aren't accessible, big tech funds local election
Featuring "Students with disabilities are still facing obstacles in online classes" by Micheal Sessa, "Mark Zuckerberg-backed foundation helps fund Onondaga County elections" by Chris Hippensteel, and "SUNY-ESF snail-breeding program aims to restore species" by Mary Rand. Our host is Moriah Humiston and our Executive Producer and Podcast Editor is Elizabeth Kauma. Our Producers for this episode were Kiley Herlihy, Abby Fritz, and Adam Garrity.
Oct 20, 2020•32 min•Season 3Ep. 9
Campus COVID-19 cluster: How it began and where it's going
Featuring the coverage of the COVID-19 cluster by Daily Orange News staff, including News Editor Chris Hippensteel, "Pooled saliva testing allows SU to overcome national rapid test shortage" by Maggie Hicks, and "SU social media influencer expands reach through clothing brand" by Sydney Bergan. Our host is Moriah Humiston and our Executive Producer and Podcast Editor is Elizabeth Kauma. Our Producers for this episode were Katherine Itoh, Adam Garrity, and Abby Fritz.
Oct 13, 2020•25 min•Season 3Ep. 8
A history of racist housing policies, Cuse Youth BLM, and a cat cafe
Featuring "Between 2 worlds: how Syracuse’s racist housing policies created a racial divide" by Marnie Muñoz, "Cuse Youth BLM organizers hope to combat overpolicing in schools" by Sarah Alessandrini, and "Pawsitivitea brings the cat cafe experience to Syracuse" by Sydney Bergan. Our host is Moriah Humiston and our Executive Producer and Podcast Editor is Elizabeth Kauma. Our Producers for this episode were Katherine Itoh, Adam Garrity, Abby Fritz, and Kiley Herhily.
Oct 05, 2020•30 min•Season 3Ep. 7
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