Beyond The Lines is a podcast created to talk about topics on our college campus that our students want to talk about. Each semester the season will be themed around a different topic that affects students from all walks.
ECU Campus Recreation & Wellness
Join our hosts Malachi Rennix and Ashton Phillips on their new episode of Beyond the Lines as they discuss their personal experience of managing finances in college. Whether you're a freshman just starting out or a seasoned senior preparing to enter the workforce, this episode has something for you.
Join our hosts Malachi Rennix and Ashton Phillips for a riveting episode of Beyond the Lines as they dive into the world of relationships. From heart-wrenching stories of betrayal to shocking hidden truths, each story offers a glimpse into the complexities of human connections. Tune in as we explore the emotional turmoil and consequences of cheating, lying, and unfaithfulness, sparking thought-provoking conversations about love, loyalty, and the fragility of trust.
There's so much to be grateful for! On this week of Beyond the Lines, Zoe Gabrielle brings us along on the ride as she discusses acknowledging Native land, finding home, and bringing social awareness to Native students with guest, Johnaca Hunt.On this episode of Beyond the Lines, Zoe Gabrielle takes a deep dive into Native American Heritage Month, as she discusses Greek life as a Native student, being aware of cultural appropriation, and making a community in newfound spaces.
“Adulting”, a standardized test of life that some of us didn't know how to study for. In this week's episode of Beyond the Lines, Zoe Gabrielle gives us a glimpse into her life as she discusses her own hurdles of young adulthood while being neurodivergent. Zoe includes tips and tricks on how to improve time management and care for your neurodivergent loved one.Oh “Where Does the Time Go?”, when life is moving too fast and you seem to struggle with making lemonade out of those pesky lemons that Life gave you. In this week's episode Zoe Gabrielle tackles the topic of time management while spreading awareness on how neurodivergence can impact an individual's everyday life. Zoe discloses her own experiences and provides insight on how to improve your daily tasks through accommodations, support from family & friends, and self-care. You won't want to miss out on this week's episode of Beyond the Lines.ECU's Disability Services:138 Slay Hall Greenville, NC 27858252.737.1016https://accessibility.ecu.edu/students/ECU's Counseling Center:137 Umstead Hall Greenville, NC252.328.6661https://counselingcenter.ecu.edu
Francesc Miralles once said, “There's a whole world out there, even if I don't understand it.” for the host of Beyond the Lines, Zoe Gabrielle, hearing this sentiment, provoked deeper thought and inquiry. In this week's episode, Zoe welcomes audience members back with the declaration of finding inspiration, adventure, and new perspectives in the newest season. All while highlighting diversity, equality, inclusion, and the desire for change. Join us in this week's episode as Zoe discusses the topics for upcoming events for ECU, fun anecdotes, and progressive topics. Welcome to season 4 of Beyond the Lines.
On this week's episode of Beyond the Lines, Zoe sits down with,Tati Nicole. A recent ECU graduate looking to tell her story on how sincerity and compassion has carried her to this very moment. The episode begins with a sneak peek into Tati's small reptile collection and ventures into her backstory of how she found beauty and empathy in adversity. In the Wild Side of Kindness, we are inspired by the twist turns that are accompanied with 20-somethings and we are reminded that everything is simply not always as it seems. As the episode comes to a close, we catch a glimpse of Tati's social life in a speed round of 20 questions. You don't want to miss this episode of Beyond the Lines, as we dive into the jungle of self-exploration, confidence, and a lending a helping hand.
During times of struggle it can be hard to ask for help, let alone retell the painful memories, but for Mark Lore he found the most strength and the will to overcome when faced with adversity. In this week's episode of Beyond the Lines, Zoe and Mark discuss world travel, music, and combating eating disorders. In this encouraging episode of Beyond the Lines, we begin with jet-setting tales of Europe as Mark recaps his time traveling as a military dependent. The episode continues as the pair delves into the subject of self-care and overcoming eating disorders. Nothing is off limits in this episode, as the audience gets an authentic look into the male perspective of daily stressors, body image, friendship, and growing up. We end the episode with a classic round of Shazam as Mark showcases his skills in all things Rock n Roll.ECU provides several resource outlets for students struggling with eating disorders. If you are struggling, we encourage you to seek help. Please visit the link below for a list of support services: https://counselingcenter.ecu.edu/resources/self-help/
In this episode, Dylan and Jonathan Stancill discuss their friendship, brother relationship, and how they have used that to hold each other accountable, lift each other up, and go on to create their own business together while still balancing student life. Dylan is a student here at ECU and his brother, Jonathan, studies at Pitt Community College. In this podcast, they share lots of stories and examples on how having people in your life to hold you true to your word are so beneficial. They discuss the ups and downs and strategies of how they created their own business at such a young age. There is a lot of valuable information to take from this episode whether it be friendship, relationships, business, financial advice, and so much more-- be sure to give it a listen!
Have you ever taken a moment to truly observe your surroundings? Join our new host Zoe Gabrielle and her guests as they discuss occupying predominantly white spaces, and the effect it has had on them while attending a predominantly white university. The episode begins with intriguing introductions by her guests Tyanna Fuller, Sydney Frontanez, and Jarious Carter. The episodes continues as they discuss the disproportionate rate of minority students that attend the university and how to be an ally. As the episode comes to an end we are reminded of how we are all connected as living beings, and we are all entitled to being treated with kindness and compassion. A simple gesture, such as making extra space on the sidewalk, is used as analogy for creating a world where marginalized groups feel seen, heard, and validated. Be sure to give it a listen because you won't want to miss out! For BIPOC & LGBTQIA+ resources on campus, check out the links below: Dr. Jesse R Peel LGBTQ Center: https://lgbtq.ecu.eduLedonia Wright Cultural Center: https://lwcc.ecu.edu
Change can be a hard, yet beautiful thing. We are still making our way through season three, but we would like to welcome Zoe Gabrielle as our new host! Zoe is a senior studying Theatre, Communications, and Film. Zoe discusses her transition to ECU, from college radio, to podcast editing, and now hosting. Her introduction is met with charming quips, sincerity, and plenty of puns. As the episode continues she goes into further detail about the continuation of season three and what to expect as she hosts the remainder of the season.Notable mentions: As the episode comes to an end, Zoe ends the episode with a reminder that the world is better simply because we are uniquely ourselves.If you are interested in being a guest contact ECU CRW on Instagram (@ecu_crw) or email Zoe Gabrielle at brownz19@students.ecu.edu.You won't want to miss out on what Zoe and her guests have to offer!
Today's episode is packed full of everything Well-Being. We are speaking with Steven Trotter, who is the Associate Director of Wellness & Fitness here at Campus Recreation & Wellness. Steven is an ACE health coach, personal trainer, group fitness instructor, medical exercise specialist, ACSM certified exercise physiologist, and Gallup certified strengths coach. He is knowledgeable on all things well-being, and he is here today to share what he knows with you. We are discussing everything: fitness, mindset, holistic practices, health coaching, and using your strengths. Steven uses his Gallup strengths certification to help clients discover their unique strengths and better understand how to use them in all aspects of life. We also discuss the five elements of Well-Being and how to effectively manage each of them. If you are looking to expand your knowledge of all things Well-Being, be sure to listen in to today's episode. You don't want to miss it!
Today we are talking to ECU's very own Kate Freed! Kate is the Fitness Graduate assistant here at Campus Recreation & Wellness. You can find Kate helping with group fitness events, teaching classes, and getting our students certified to become group fitness instructors and personal trainers! Tune in to learn about how Kate has fully optimized her time as a student through undergrad and now grad school to get where she is today.Kate is an ACE (American Council on Exercise) certified personal trainer. Fitness has been a passion of hers for a long time now, and she loves the motivating and supportive atmosphere of the fitness community. She earned her Bachelor of Arts in Communication while in undergrad at Clemson University, and is now here at ECU earring her Master's in Public Health with a concentration in Community Health and Health Behavior. Listen in to find out how Kate has used her strengths to develop the positive mindset that has navigated her through life thus far. This episode is full of beneficial information for students of all ages. You won't want to miss it. Below are links to the books and podcasts mentioned by Kate: The Joy of Movement- https://www.audible.com/pd/The-Joy-of-Movement-Audiobook/0593151453?source_code=GO1DH1331 0082090P1&ds_rl=1262685&ds_rl=1263561&ds_rl=1260658&gclid=CjwKCAjwzaSLBhBJEiwAJSRok tS8SX8j6M3Y2zoxjoqv5g45aSWEDjAFSZdNHpZqPMGBnzARUNGwgRoCSbkQAvD_BwE&gclsrc=a w.dsThe Four Agreements: A Practical Guide to Personal Freedom- https://www.amazon.com/s?k=the+four+agreements&gclid=CjwKCAjwzaSLBhBJEiwAJSRokiB_T0H5 m5wTgmiaxOJSHOD_pUCy5N6hEF8ppE6CBKDDqgUKXOqRcBoCd9wQAvD_BwE&hvadid=338569 266456&hvdev=c&hvlocphy=9009800&hvnetw=g&hvqmt=e&hvrand=2178741286873193769&hvtargi d=kwd-300963592711&hydadcr=15498_10339946&tag=googhydr-20&ref=pd_sl_7vdpuswsnt_e
Join us today to discuss all things supplements, vitamins, overall health, fitness, and more with Greenville's own Total Nutrition! CJ Norwood is a co-owner of the store and is certified in Personal Training and Nutrition Science (CPT, CNC). Dillion Veneziana, a 5th year senior Exercise Physiology major here at ECU, as well as a Total Nutrition employee, joins us alongside CJ to give his own insight and experience with these topics.As fitness, nutrition, and well-being are becoming more and more popular, fitness influencers are popping up all over the media giving their tips and tricks on how to “look like they do”. While it is fantastic that our health is being taken seriously, these new trends have come to be quite a problem. There are a lot of claimed magic pills, overnight supplements, “10-days-to-shredded-abs” workouts, and so much more that are leading people to believe that if they put this in their body or do this specific movement, they will get a quick result. Unfortunately that is not the case. Motivation to keep working out frequently declines after individuals realize the faulty claims of these fitness promotions. It has made the fitness and health community on social media a very toxic environment.Today we are here to clear the air on these myths and provide you with the exact science behind these so-called “magic” supplements. We will go over how to actually use them, how they work in your body anatomically, and how you can better educate yourself before buying them. This episode is packed full of valuable information and resources on campus that you can use to learn more and reach your goals! This is definitely one you do not want to miss!
Jane Simmons is a personal trainer as well as a health and wellness influencer. She was a performance major here at East Carolina University. While at ECU, she learned all about show business, producing, advertising, and self-promotion. After graduation, she pursued show business in Florida and then decided to take a big jump, move to NYC, get her personal training certification, and start her career as a trainer. Since then, she has developed her own online business and started working for a company that she loves.In this podcast, Jane discusses the growth process she has experienced over the last few years and how her time at school influenced current career. She offers listeners insightful advice on becoming who you're meant to be, and answers student questions focused on how to balance a busy life. This episode covers so many topics that are beneficial to individuals in all phases of life. This is an episode that you don't want to miss!
Join Skylar Smith this semester on Beyond the Lines where she discusses all things Health and Well-Being. She has lots of fantastic and knowledgeable guests lined up to come on the show and discuss these great topics! Many of the guests this season are former or current students, ECU professors, and Greenville locals! We will discuss fitness, nutrition, myths, tips and tricks, goal setting, scheduling, lifestyle, etc! Be sure to check out ECU_CRW on Instagram for updates or to send in recommendations on what you would like to hear!
Former Assistant Vice Chancellor of Student Affairs and Director of CRW, Nance Mize, shares some of CRW's history and speaks on how The Eakin Student Recreation Center came to fruition.
No one will love you the way you can love you, and remember - trust and communication are key.
You live and you learn, but no matter what happens, always do what is best for you. Hunter Smith joins Nia to find that dating in college can be whatever you want it to be.
The 25th Annual Polar Bear Plunge is scheduled to take place February 25th from 5-10pm at the outdoor pool of the ESRC. To register and for more information visit crwregistration.ecu.edu on February 8th.
Learn more about Well-Being Coaching from Rachel Maynard who shares details about an awesome resource offered to students and the ECU community.
College is hard, life is harder. If you don't work hard for what you want, someone else will. Don't fear the unknown because there's opportunity behind every closed door, and remember - networking is everything. Get in touch with us at campusrec@ecu.ecu.
Don't fear the day you have to be on your own. As Hispanic students attending a university, Oswaldo & Dania reflect on the challenges they have faced & always continue to push forward.
ECU graduate students and athletic trainers Christi Ferrell and Tony Nguyen talk about athletic training, what the career entails and how they are able to help others as health care providers.
Hannah Stevens and Natalie Pray join Nia to discuss how you can open up new doors by working a job while in college. Build connections, gain experience, and never stop learning from the people you meet.
ECU Senior Jhanna Means shares how the realities and pressure of college hit her all at once, but you better believe she bounced back. Things don't always go the way you want them to, so don't be afraid to get the help you need.
This is it seniors - time to shine. ECU Seniors Malinda and Jennifer join Nia to talk about their senior year and how they are preparing for life after graduation.
While we may remain socially distanced, we must stay connected. David "AJ" Modlin joins Nia as they discuss getting involved and organized in college when first beginning at ECU.
Season 2 host, Dania Gastelum, welcomes you to a new season of Beyond The Lines. Together, we will keep Moving Forward.
River shares her experience of being a transgender woman in college.
Ethan shares his journey of addiction beginning at the age of 12 years old. Now's he's clean and headed to law school.
“First in my family to attend college. I felt alone and unworthy, stricken by fear and self-doubt, wondering if I even have what it takes. Now I stand before you, self-assured and confident in who I am.”
"I felt unworthy and alone, I was always cold and tired. Then came hospitals and treatment facilities. My eating disorder controlled me, but I did not let it define me. I learned to love myself again and bring awareness to what eating disorders truly are."
"I felt unworthy and alone, I was always cold and tired. Then came hospitals and treatment facilities. My eating disorder controlled me, but I did not let it define me. I learned to love myself again and bring awareness to what eating disorders truly are."
"Life has always been a bumpy roller-coaster."
Life is a roller-coaster but you have to embrace your differences and be proud of who you are!
Rachel Maynard will share her story of resiliency.
In this episode you will get to meet our current host and learn what topics will be discussed during this season.
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