Chicago Maroon: News

On Episode 118, Greg and Jake are joined in the studio by Tiffany, a second-year who is joining the section. She tells us about the new contract that Facilities Services workers reached with the University. We also discuss the venture funding won by event-planning app Lynkr and the Microsoft Outlook outage that affected university students.  Featuring: Gregory Caesar, Tiffany Li, Jake Zucker. Edited by: Jake Zucker.

On the first episode of a new mini-series covering Undergraduate Student Government (USG) here on campus, Jake talks to USG President Jefferson Lind about his experience in the role. They discuss upcoming changes to the Lyft program, the University's financial malaise, and diminishing RSO funding, as well as how USG fits into that puzzle. Host: Jake Zucker. Guest: Jefferson Lind. Edited by: Jake Zucker.

On Episode 117, Celeste shares her insights into new agreements reached between the administration and nurses and graduate students, averting multiple potential strikes. We also discuss a recent settlement that the University reached and the attempts of the Chicago White Sox brass to use public money to fund a new stadium. Featuring: Celeste Alcalay, Gregory Caesar, Jake Zucker. Edited by: Jake Zucker. Sponsored by: Steppenwolf Theatre!

On Episode 116, Greg and Jake discuss cultural issues facing the cross country team, more perspectives on University finances, and a recent Maroon piece analyzing the political contributions of faculty. Featuring: Gregory Caesar, Jake Zucker. Edited by: Jake Zucker. Sponsored by: Steppenwolf Theatre!

On Episode 115, a couple new voices join us in the studio. Michael Plunkett, Lead Developer for the Maroon's Data section, told us about the work he did to create a map that updates every day with crime data in and around Hyde Park. And Henry gave us a report on the University's plans to address their budget deficit; we also hear reports on a planned grad student strike, how cost-cutting measures have already led to University employees losing their jobs, an update on the Botany Pond, and more. Featuring: Celeste Alcalay, Gregory Caesar, Pravan Chakravarthy, Henry Lako-Baldwin, Jake Zucker. Guest: Michael Plunkett. Edited by: Jake Zucker.

On Episode 114, we are joined by recent alumnus and former Podcast section member Carter Beckstein! We hear from him about what he's been up to since graduation, and we discuss labor issues with the UCMed, Chicago's Restaurant Week, Study Abroad, and, of course, the financial issues facing the university. Featuring: Celeste Alcalay, Pravan Chakravarthy, William Kimani, and Jake Zucker. Guest: Carter Beckstein. Edited by: Jake Zucker.

On Episode 113, we discuss the now-infamous Moongate and the impact that Sidechat has on campus. We also chart the discourse around University's finances, as seen in the Maroon's Viewpoints section, and talk about the arrests of students who were protesting on behalf of Palestine by conducting a sit-in at the University's admissions office. Featuring: Celeste Alcalay, William Kimani, Kentaro Mathis, and Jake Zucker. Edited by: Jake Zucker.

The following is a series of audios recorded on the main quad of the University of Chicago on Thursday, October 19, 2023. It features interviews with pro-Palestinian and pro-Israeli community members demonstrating at around 12 p.m. It also features an interview with Maroon News reporter Emma Janssen recorded on November 9, who attended and reported on the rallies. The rally was organized by a collection of UChicago Jewish organizations, including Law Students for Israel, the Jewish Business Student Association, and UChicago Maroons for Israel, who scheduled the rally with the University from noon to 1 p.m. at the center of the quad to express support for Israel following the October 7 attacks on Israel by Hamas. This rally came as Students for Justice in Palestine continued its daily occupation of the quad from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., which began on Monday, October 16. The audio is mostly unedited, with some segments omitted for brevity's sake. Interviews were conducted by reporters from The Maroon's Podcasts division, who strived to remain impartial and provide an unbiased record of the events of that day. Some listeners may find the recordings offensive due to antisemitic and Islamophobic language. Hosted by: Gregory Caesar Featuring: William Kimani, Nolan Shaffer, Emma Janssen, Jake Zucker, and Celeste Alcalay Edited by: Gregory Caesar and Erica Cai

On Episode 112, we share an exclusive report on the University's precarious financial position and consider its implications for the future. We also discuss conspiracy theories about recent cuts to the Lyft program and the University's property investments, attempt to remember what USG actually does, and give an update on activism happening around campus. Welcome to the branch, Kentaro! Hosted by: Pravan Chakravarthy Featuring: Jake Zucker, Celeste Alcalay, Kentaro Mathis, and Gregory Caesar Edited by: Gregory Caesar

Cops and robbers, (yet) another political rally, and more updates on the latest happenings on campus on Episode 111. Hosted by: Celeste Alcalay and Gregory Caesar Edited by: Gregory Caesar

It's been an...eventful week on campus, to say the least. Hear about our encounters with pro-Israel and pro-Palestine protestors, a new spate of robberies in Hyde Park, and a flyover by the Air Force on Episode 110 of The Weekly. Hosted by: Gregory Caesar, William Kimani, and Celeste Alcalay Edited by: Gregory Caesar

Hear about the University's newest initiatives for freedom of expression, Hyde Park migrant crisis tension, and a new local green space on the latest episode of the Weekly. Welcome Erica, Sofia, Celeste, and Melanie to the branch! Hosted by: Gregory Caesar Featuring: William Kimani, Erica Cai, Sofia Castro, and Celeste Alcalay

We're back! On the first Weekly episode of the 2023–24 academic year, Greg and Jake give their hot takes on UChicago's latest ranking, changes to the University's Lyft program, and a burgeoning racket sport. Hosted by: Gregory Caesar and Jake Zucker Edited by: Gregory Caesar

Welcome (back) to campus! On the 2023 O-Week podcast, Jake, Pravan, and Greg offer advice to first-years adjusting to UChicago life and reflect on their past two years in the College. They're joined by alumnus Carter Beckstein, Lead Podcasts Editor from 2022–2023, who offers insight into life after UChicago. Hosted by: Jake Zucker, Pravan Chakravarthy, and Gregory Caesar Featuring: Carter Beckstein Edited by: Gregory Caesar

In the first-ever crossover podcast between Northwestern and UChicago, Anita Li of The Daily Northwestern joins Gregory on UChicago's campus to answer student questions about life on each other's campuses. Hosted by: Anita Li and Gregory Caesar Featuring: Leon Gold, Charlie Ortega Martinez, Vikram Mehta, Melody Dias, Alexandria Porter, Anusha Kumar, Jeremy Chung, Jeremey Lu, Kate Wojciechowski, and Zoryah Gray Edited by: Anita Li

Welcome to Episode 107 of The Maroon Weekly, the final episode of the '22–'23 academic year recorded live at the Study Hotel UChicago lobby on 5/20/23. The Podcasts team discusses new developments on the Midway, a lawsuit against UC Med, groundbreaking research by UChicago faculty, and more. We also bid farewell to Carter Beckstein, who is graduating after four years of dedicated service to The Maroon. We'll miss you! Thank you, listeners, for being part of a historic year for us. We hope you'll tune in come September. Hosted by: Carter Beckstein, William Kimani, Pravan Chakravarthy, Jake Zucker, and Gregory Caesar Edited by: Gregory Caesar

That infamous sigma male face. Sure, it is often used ironically. But maybe it has a deeper significance. What could it reflect about socio-sexual hierarchies? How could it tie into other cultural movements? And what could be learned from understanding which demographics identify with it? In their first podcast for The Maroon, hosts Cherie Fernandes and Nicolas Posner examine the cult following of Patrick Bateman, a fictional (and murderous) banker and archetype of the sigma male, and what it reveals about society at large. Hosted by: Cherie Fernandes and Nicolas Posner Edited by: Gregory Caesar

A new professorship, the Law School's Exoneration Project, Humans of Hyde Park, and film reviews from yours truly on Episode 106! Hosted by: Gregory Caesar, Jake Zucker, and William Kimani Edited by: Gregory Caesar

What a week! Regenstein pandemonium, a divestment rally, SCAV training, and much more on Episode 105 of The Weekly. Hosted by: Gregory Caesar, Pravan Chakravarthy, and William Kimani Featuring: Carter Beckstein and Jake Zucker Edited by: Gregory Caesar

The Maroon interviews Cameron Powell, a full-time Writing Specialist in the College and member of Writing Faculty United's (WFU) organizing committee, about WFU's recent push for unionization. WFU represents SOSC Writing Advisors, Writing and Research Advisors, Lectors, and Writing Specialists at the University. Hosted by: Gregory Caesar, William Kimani, and Carter Beckstein Featuring: Cameron Powell Edited by: Gregory Caesar

The University's latest legal battle, USG drama, and a new (University of) Chicago holiday on Episode 104 of The Weekly. Hosted by: Carter Beckstein, William Kimani, Jake Zucker, and Gregory Caesar Edited by: Gregory Caesar

A deluge of news on today's Weekly episode, including yet another administrative shakeup, a suspicious property purchase by the University, toxic books, and much, much more. Hosted by: Pravan Chakravarthy and Gregory Caesar Edited by: Gregory Caesar

Election updates, ISAC, and other campus happenings on Episode 102 of The Weekly. Hosted by: Carter Beckstein, Jake Zucker, and Gregory Caesar Edited by: Gregory Caesar

On our 101st episode, Pravan and Jake discuss adjunct faculty unionization, the mayoral election, the university's new Forum for Free Inquiry, and more! Hosted by: Pravan Chakravarthy, Jake Zucker Edited by: Jake Zucker

Five years. One pandemic. 1,500 minutes. On the 100th episode of the Weekly, the podcasts team celebrates the story of the branch and looks to the future. As always, we also discuss pressing issues affecting the community, including the large-scale theft of newly-installed flags for pedestrian crossings (that may or may not be equipped with tracking devices). Here's to 100 more. Hosted by: Pravan Chakravarthy, William Kimani, Carter Beckstein, Jake Zucker, and Gregory Caesar Edited by: Gregory Caesar Featuring: Isaac, Ram, Austin, Charlie, Myles, Quinn, Natalia, Jack, Pupo, Julia, Beza, Joanna, Matthew, and Ruth

A new campus startup, USG's shakeup, the latest on GSU, and more on the 99th episode of the Weekly. Hosted by: Pravan Chakravarthy, William Kimani, and Gregory Caesar Edited by: Gregory Caesar Celebrate our upcoming 100th episode with us! If you would like a shoutout, please complete this form by March 25th: https://forms.gle/93AFyzDWSySzzN7c6

On our 98th episode, we discuss a new master's program, campus water woes, a new GSU vote, and more. Hosted by: Carter Beckstein, Jake Zucker, William Kimani, and Gregory Caesar Edited by: Gregory Caesar

On our 97th episode, we discuss the University's administrative shakeup, Promontory Point development, and a new anti-gun violence measure. If you would like to be featured on our 100th episode, please submit this form: forms.gle/nVtsxmKXtgUf4Aus7 Hosted by: Gregory Caesar, Pravan Chakravarthy, Jake Zucker, and Carter Beckstein Edited by: Gregory Caesar

Warm up your morning with the latest edition of the Weekly. On this episode, we discuss the latest University freedom of expression initiative, new study abroad courses, a CS server meltdown, and more. Hosted by: Gregory Caesar, William Kimani, and Jake Zucker Edited by: Gregory Caesar

On this episode of the Weekly, we discuss a variety of news from campus and beyond, including a Hyde Park apartment lawsuit, and Bob Dylan's relevance to the University's long-running folk festival. Hosted by: Jake Zucker, Pravan Chakravarthy, William Kimani, and Gregory Caesar Edited by: Gregory Caesar

On this episode of the "Weekly," hear about major campus news from the past week: robberies, the commencement of a new shuttle service, a new Booth degree program, and Kuvia. We also welcome William to the branch. Hosted by: Jake Zucker, Carter Beckstein, William Kimani, and Gregory Caesar Edited by: Gregory Caesar

Happy New Year from the Maroon Podcasts team! In our first episode of 2023, we catch up on campus happenings: a fire in Woodlawn, fraternity controversy, Provost Ka Yee C. Lee's departure, and a beloved UChicago winter tradition Hosted by: Gregory Caesar, Jake Zucker, Pravan Chakravarthy, and Carter Beckstein Edited by: Gregory Caesar

In our final Weekly episode of the year, we discuss major campus happenings: a food truck crisis, business econ supply-and-demand, midterm season in Hyde Park, and more! Podcasts wishes everyone a happy holiday season, and we hope you'll tune back in next year!

Lead podcast editor Jake Zucker sits down with the newly elected Class of 2026 College Council Representatives. They discuss their campaigns, what they want to get done, and their spirit animals.

Survivor at UChicago, more IOP talk, Halloween fun, and more on this edition of the Weekly! Hosted by: Jake Zucker, Carter Beckstein, and Noa Morris Edited by: Gregory Caesar Music by: Andrew Dietz

Stardom abound on this week's edition of The Maroon Weekly! We're joined by several new voices today—including Noah Glasglow, senior news reporter for The Maroon. Hear about a Booth professor's Nobel win, UChicago's 2022 Sloan Research Fellows, College Council winners for the Class of 2026, and more! Welcome Megan Ha, Timothy Lu, and Maelyn McKay to the branch! Hosted by: Jake Zucker, Carter Beckstein, and Gregory Caesar Featuring: Noah Glasglow, Maelyn McKay, Megan Ha, and Timothy Lu Edited by: Jake Zucker Music by: Andrew Dietz

Start your week with a healthy dose of the Weekly! On today's episode, we discuss new transit options, GSU, UChicago football lore, and more! Note: The GSU story was first reported by The Maroon's Noah Glasgow. Hosted by: Jake Zucker, Miki Yang, Carter Beckstein, and Gregory Caesar Edited by: Gregory Caesar Music by: Andrew Dietz

Happy first week, and welcome back to the Maroon Weekly! In our first Weekly episode of the year, we discuss the state of UChicago sports (yes—they exist!), the University's new testing requirements, and the new UCPD chief! Hosted by: Jake Zucker, Carter Beckstein, and Gregory Caesar Edited by: Gregory Caesar Music by: Andrew Dietz, Aaron Cendan, and Kenny Talbott La Vega

Welcome back to the Maroon Weekly! In our last Weekly episode of the year, we discuss UChicago's Crime Lab, a new mental health resource for undergraduates, and...mosh pits! We also bid farewell to Ram and Isaac, who will be graduating next week after four years of dedicated service to the branch. (We'll miss you!) Hosted by: Miki Yang, Ram Balasubramaniyan, Isaac Krakowka, and Gregory Caesar Edited by: Miki Yang Music by: Andrew Dietz, Aaron Cendan, and Kenny Talbott La Vega

Welcome back to the Maroon Weekly! Tune in to hear about the University's newest safety initiative, SCAV chaos, and a new coffee place in town! Hosted by: Carter Beckstein, Miki Yang, and Gregory Caesar Edited by: Gregory Caesar Music by: Andrew Dietz, Aaron Cendan, and Kenny Talbott La Vega

Join us for this week's episode of the weekly! It's been a slow news week, but there are some important events to get caught up on! Hosted by: Greg Caesar, Jake Zucker, Rachel Liu, and Carter Beckstein Edited by: Rachel Liu Music: Andrew Dietz, Aaron Cendan, and Kenny Talbott La Vega

Welcome back to The Maroon Weekly! Join us as e go over stories related to GSU, labor contracts, the new executive slate and more! Hosted by: Ram Balasubramaniyan, Isaac Krakowka, Gregory Caeser, Rachel Liu, Jake Zucker, and Miki Yang Edited by: Isaac Krakowka Music: Andrew Dietz, Aaron Cendan, and Kenny Talbott La Vega

Welcome back to The Maroon Weekly! Even more new voices this time around! Hosted by: Isaac Krakowka, Gregory Caeser, Caitlin Lozada, Jake Zucker, and Miki Yang Edited by: Isaac Krakowka Music: Andrew Dietz, Aaron Cendan, and Kenny Talbott La Vega

Welcome back to the Maroon Weekly! Check out our episode with new voices thrown into the mix! Hosted by: Isaac Krakowka, Rachel Liu, Miki Yang Edited by: Isaac Krakowka Music: Andrew Dietz, Aaron Cendan, and Kenny Talbott La Vega

We've got a ton of stories to cover this week with lots of new voices as well! Hear stories from the recent Night Owls discussion to developments with GSU to new coffee shop openings! Hosted by: Isaac Krakowka, Ram Balasubramaniyan, Joanna Zhuang, Gregory Caeser, Belle Nahoom, and Mete Bakircioglu Edited by: Ram Balasubramaniyan Music: Andrew Dietz, Aaron Cendan, and Kenny Talbott La Vega

Welcome back to The Maroon Weekly! Join Isaac, Ram, and up-and-coming podcaster Greg as they take you through the week's news! Hosted by: Ram Balasubramaniyan, Isaac Krakowka, and Greg Caesar Edited by: Isaac Krakowka Music: Andrew Dietz, Aaron Cendan, and Kenny Talbott La Vega

Guess who is back? Back in Logan Media Arts Center specifically! Join Isaac and Ram as they go through the week's stories as well as their experiences being back on campus. Hosted by: Isaac Krakowka and Ram Balasubramaniyan Edited by: Ram Balasubramaniyan Music: Andrew Dietz, Aaron Cendan, and Kenny Talbott La Vega