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The Daily Emerald Podcast Network reports on news, sports, arts, culture and more from the University of Oregon community. Visit https://www.dailyemerald.com for more. Editor: Stephanie Hensley
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News
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The Daily Emerald Podcast Network reports on news, sports, arts, culture and more from the University of Oregon community. Visit https://www.dailyemerald.com for more. Editor: Stephanie Hensley
Language:
English
Website:
https://www.dailyemerald.com/
Episodes
In the Meadow: Kristen Stewart as Bella Swan
4/17/2026
In this episode, join Bayley as she discusses Kristen Stewart's role as Bella Swan in the Twilight films.
Nature & Piano Documentary Background, Jake Hunter, Free Music Archive, CC BYWinter In The Woods (piano), Zight, Free Music Archive, CC BY
Duration:00:12:42
Cue the Commentary: The Manosphere
4/17/2026
This week's episode with host Gracie Springer explores the online world of the manosphere and its effects on society.
Lofi Soul Hip Hop Mix 3 by Ketsa from Free Music Archive CC BY.
Duration:00:09:17
Color me Yours: Prevention starts with us
4/15/2026
April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month, so join Cupid and Shuffle as they explore on-campus resources, unpack myths, consent education, and how to prioritize your well-being.
Intro: Heartbreaker, Jahzzar, Free Music Archive, CC BY
Duration:00:07:15
The Emerald Save Point: Pokémon Pokopia Review
4/14/2026
Gracie reviews and gushes over Pokémon's new social simulator game, "Pokopia."
Music is “80s Retro Synth Wave” by BoDleasons from the Free Music Archive (freemusicarchive.org)
Duration:00:22:45
Beyond the Flock: Fuad Omer
4/10/2026
Russell interviews Fuad Omer about his journey from Beaverton, Oregon to the Oregon Track & Field team.
Music: An Ending by TheMoods, found on Tribe of Noise.
Duration:00:30:00
How It's Reported: Reading targets, real feelings
4/6/2026
Nick Wright interviews Sadie Morden, an Arts & Culture writer for The Daily Emerald, about her article on the love-hate relationship students have with reading goals at the University of Oregon. You hear her talk about her own individual goals with friends, and also about how she went about interviewing folks about their own.
Music is Orbiting a Distant Planet by Quantum Jazz, found on the Free Music Archive
Duration:00:12:10
Cue the Commentary: Social Media
4/3/2026
This episode of Cue the Commentary with Gracie Springer discusses social media and the addictive tendencies it often produces.
Music: 15 Only THAI MIX, Taylor & Lopker, Free Music Archive, CC BY
Duration:00:13:59
How It's Reported: Aishiki Nag
3/9/2026
Nick Wright sits down with Daily Emerald opinion columnist Aishiki Nag to discuss her article on the proposed “Protect Your Door Act." They break down what the bill is, why it was introduced, and how it could impact people’s privacy and protections against unreasonable searches. The conversation also explores the reporting process behind the story and why this issue matters right now.
Music is Orbiting a Distant Planet by Quantum Jazz, found on the Free Music Archive
Duration:00:08:58
Field Notes: Playful pastimes
3/6/2026
In the seventh episode of Field Notes, host Julia Boring steps outside to explore the power of outdoor hobbies. She reflects on the ways outdoor hobbies can invite others into that same connection...and if you’re on campus this spring, you just might catch her slacklining!
Music is “Why Don’t Birds Sing” by Doctor Turtle, found on the Free Music Archive.
Duration:00:15:49
Beyond the Flock: Tong An
3/6/2026
Russell interviews Oregon women’s golf player Tong An about her journey from Shenzhen, China, to Eugene, discussing her path to collegiate golf and what it’s been like adapting to life and competition at the University of Oregon.
Music: An Ending by TheMoods, found on Tribe of Noise.
Duration:00:27:02
The Emerald Save Point: Gender in gaming
3/5/2026
Gracie and Demetre are joined by Nora Thimmesch and Max Melner as they discuss how gender identity has affected the ways they play games; from crude voice chats to finding a game that fits the play style.
Music is “80s Retro Synth Wave” by BoDleasons from the Free Music Archive (freemusicarchive.org)
Duration:00:30:19
In the Meadow: Sparkling red flags
3/3/2026
Join Bayley this week In the Meadow to discuss the romanticization of violence and toxic relationships in romance fantasy, specifically in the Twilight books and movies.
Music:
Nature & Piano Documentary Bckground,Jake Hunter, Free Music Archive, CC BYWinter In The Woods (piano), Zight, Free Music Archive, CC BY
Duration:00:13:27
Cue the Commentary: True crime ethics
3/2/2026
Join Gracie Springer on this week's episode of Cue the Commentary about the commercialization of true crime, its desensitization to disturbing content, fandom culture, accuracy concerns, and the blurred line between education and entertainment.
Music: The Void Says Hi (long version) by Doctor Turtle from Free Music Archive (CC BY)
Duration:00:15:06
How it's Reported: Breaking down Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl halftime show
2/28/2026
In this episode of How It’s Reported, Nick talks with Arts & Culture Associate Editor, Bella Graham, who covered the article on Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl Halftime Show, focusing on the messages behind the performance, details audiences noticed, and the reactions it sparked across different viewers.
Music is Orbiting a Distant Planet by Quantum Jazz, found on the Free Music Archive
Duration:00:07:47
Field Notes: Rising to the challenge
2/27/2026
In the sixth episode of Field Notes, host Julia Boring explores what it means to live sustainably in everyday life. How can small, intentional choices create meaningful change? Maren Fullerton, director of the Rising Project, a student-run organization dedicated to making sustainable living an accessible daily practice, joins this episode to share her experience. Fullerton reflects on how her work with Rising has shaped her outlook and offers insight into the creative projects that are helping to inspire her and other students across campus.
Music is “Why Don’t Birds Sing” by Doctor Turtle, found on the Free Music Archive.
Duration:00:13:36
Color me Yours: Can men and women "just be friends?"
2/23/2026
This week join Cupid and Shuffle as they talk about the age old debate of whether men and women can just be friends or not.
Grab your copy of The People We Meet on Vacation and join us as we dive into friendship, romance, and everything in between on this week’s episode of Color Me Yours.
Music:
Intro: Heartbreaker, Jahzzar, Free Music Archive, CC BY
Transition: relax by the pool [chill lofi], snoozy beats, Free Music Archive, CC BY
Duration:00:06:36
How It's Reported: Behind the scenes of Oregon Women's Basketball
2/21/2026
In this episode of How It’s Reported, Nick Wright speaks with Sports Desk writer Rachel McConaghie about her article on the Prickel brothers, managers for the University of Oregon women’s basketball team. The conversation explores the reporting process behind the story and what the brothers’ roles are in the team.
Music is Orbiting a Distant Planet by Quantum Jazz, found on the Free Music Archive
Duration:00:07:31
Cue the Commentary: Originality
2/19/2026
This week, Gracie discusses how originality is becoming increasingly rare in an oversaturated and influential society. Gracie claims that originality is not completely dead, but is seemingly harder to come by.
Music is Flies On The Prize by Doctor Turtle, from Free Music Archive CC BY.
Duration:00:10:46
Beyond the Flock: Will Straton
2/18/2026
Russell Taber interviews Will Straton, linebacker for the Oregon Ducks, who talks about his journey from Honolulu to Eugene, sneaking in to see football practices, and his time underneath defense coordinator Tosh Lupoi.
Music is An Ending by TheMoods, found on Tribe of Noise
Duration:00:28:23
In the Meadow: team Edward vs. team Jacob
2/16/2026
Join Bayley in this week's episode of In the Meadow to dissect the two love interests in Twilight: Edward or Jacob, and who's better for Bella in the long run.
Nature & Piano Documentary Bckground,Jake Hunter, Free Music Archive, CC BYWinter In The Woods (piano), Zight, Free Music Archive, CC BY
Duration:00:10:00