The Daily Brew

In this wide-ranging conversation, Alexander Nemerov discusses his life and work with Stanford senior Noah Sveiven. Topics include the art history professor's two most recent books – The Forest: A Fable of America in the 1830s and Fierce Poise: Helen Frankenthaler and 1950s New York – along with Nemerov's relationship with his parents, some recollections from childhood, and reflections on university life.  Office Hours Air is a new Stanford Daily podcast and radio program. The show, created and hosted by Noah Sveiven, features guests in conversation about their work and the experiences in their life that drew them to that work. Sveiven hopes the program will be of interest to other undergraduates discerning their callings, as well as anyone else wanting to try out new ways of thinking. Sveiven also envisions the show as a way to archive the experiences and perspectives of his guests. Office Hours Air is produced weekly and available online on all major podcast platforms. For more podcasts by The Stanford Daily, stanforddaily.com/category/podcasts. Managing Editor and Producer: Ellen Yang

In this first episode of the Health Around the World, a series focused on interviewing Stanford experts on topics such as global health, health disparities and health equity, we interview Clinical Associate Professor at Stanford's School of Medicine, Dr. Clea Sarnquist. We ask Dr. Sarnquist, who works in the Infectious Disease Division within the Department of Pediatrics, about her experiences and interest in the field of global health. Graphic: Michelle Fu Producer: Joy Molloy Managing Editor: Helena Getahun-Hawkins

In this episode of Sweet Goodbyes, we interview senior Carolyn Asante Dartey, an international student from Ghana majoring in computer science who has worked to uplift the CAS (Center for African Studies) community. For more podcasts by The Stanford Daily, visit stanforddaily.com/category/podcasts. Graphic: Michelle Fu Producer: Omotolani Azeez Managing Editor: Helena Getahun-Hawkins

In this episode of Sweet Goodbyes, we interview senior Avi Gupta, a political science major and computer science co-term who was instrumental in starting Stanford's ACLU chapter and the Stanford Undergraduate Law Review. For more podcasts by The Stanford Daily, visit stanforddaily.com/category/podcasts. Graphic: Michelle Fu Producer: Estefany Mendoza Rodriguez Managing Editor: Helena Getahun-Hawkins

In this episode of New Music with Nick, Sligh reviews rapper Jack Harlow's new album, "Jackman." For more podcasts by The Stanford Daily, visit stanforddaily.com/category/podcasts. Graphic: Michelle Fu Producer: Helena Getahun-Hawkins Managing Editor: Helena Getahun-Hawkins

In this episode of New Music with Nick, Sligh reviews rapper Ab-Soul's new album "Herbert". For more podcasts by The Stanford Daily, visit stanforddaily.com/category/podcasts. Graphic: Michelle Fu Producer: Helena Getahun-Hawkins Managing Editor: Helena Getahun-Hawkins

In this episode of New Music with Nick, Sligh reviews collaborative album, "The Great Escape," from rapper Larry June and producer The Alchemist. For more podcasts by The Stanford Daily, visit stanforddaily.com/category/podcasts.

In this episode of New Music with Nick, Sligh reviews R&B singer Daniel Caesar's new album, "NEVER ENOUGH." For more podcasts by The Stanford Daily, visit stanforddaily.com/category/podcasts. Graphic: Michelle Fu Producer: Helena Getahun-Hawkins Managing Editor: Helena Getahun-Hawkins

In this first episode of Blue Valentine, a podcast series that explores the accessibility of college love and relationships through the lens of identity, we discuss how much desirability and love Black women are afforded at Stanford. We delve into the stories of three Black women, their upbringings, and their experiences dating men before and at Stanford. Content warning: racism, colorism For more podcasts by The Stanford Daily visit stanforddaily.com/category/podcasts. Graphic: Michelle Fu Producers: Chloe Mendoza and Helena Getahun-Hawkins Managing Editor: Helena Getahun-Hawkins

In this episode of New Music with Nick, Sligh reviews British rapper Little Simz's latest album, "NO THANK YOU." For more podcasts by The Stanford Daily, visit stanforddaily.com/category/podcasts. Graphic: Michelle Fu Producer: Philip Baillargeon Managing Editor: Helena Getahun-Hawkins

As we celebrate The Stanford Daily's 50th anniversary of independence from the University, and The Stanford Daily Podcast's 4th birthday, we reflect on where we are, how we got here, and the what the future of audio-storytelling might look like. For more podcasts by The Stanford Daily, visit stanforddaily.com/category/podcasts. Graphic: Michelle Fu Producer: Chloe Mendoza and Philip Baillargeon Managing Editor: Helena Getahun-Hawkins

In this episode of New Music with Nick, Sligh reviews SZA's most recent album, "SOS." For more podcasts by The Stanford Daily visit stanforddaily.com/category/podcasts. Graphic: Michelle Fu Producer: Philip Baillargeon Managing Editor: Helena Getahun-Hawkins

In part 2 of New Student Disorientation, we hear stories about the challenging and rewarding experience of facilitating new student orientation. For more podcasts by The Stanford Daily visit stanforddaily.com/category/podcasts. Producer: Helena Getahun-Hawkins, Chloe Mendoza Managing Editor: Chloe Mendoza

As we wrap up the first quarter of the school year, we take a look back at the start of every Stanford student's college experience: New Student Orientation. With stories from a transfer student, the voice behind Stanfordbiosclassof2026, and a freshman we explore the complexity of this turbulent time. Welcome to part one of New Student Disorientation. For more podcasts by The Stanford Daily, visit stanforddaily.com/category/podcasts. Producer: Helena Getahun-Hawkins Managing Editor: Chloe Mendoza

In this episode of New Music with Nick, Sligh reviews Smino's new joint album, "Luv 4 Rent." For more podcasts by The Stanford Daily visit stanforddaily.com/category/podcasts. Graphic: MICHELLE FU/The Stanford Daily Producer and Managing Editor: Chloe Mendoza

On Friday, Oct. 21 at 12 a.m. EST, Taylor Swift dropped her tenth studio album, “Midnights.” Swift described it as “the stories of 13 sleepless nights scattered throughout my life.” Just one day after its release, it became Spotify's most streamed album in a single day. On this episode of The Daily Brew, Arts & Life members Ava Jeffs and Bridget Stuebner dive into Midnights and gain insight from student voices. Click here read the accompanying article. For more podcasts by The Stanford Daily, visit stanforddaily.com/category/podcasts. Arts & Life Writers: Ava Jeffs, Bridget Stuebner Producers: Philip Andrew Baillargeon, Chloe Mendoza Managing Editor: Chloe Mendoza

In this episode of New Music with Nick, Sligh reviews Drake & 21 Savage's new joint album, "Her Loss." For more podcasts by The Stanford Daily visit stanforddaily.com/category/podcasts. Graphic: MICHELLE FU/The Stanford Daily Producer: Philip Baillargeon Managing Editor: Chloe Mendoza

Politicans claim that abortion is "on the ballot" this election season. But what does that actually mean? How will abortion rights appear on your ballot and how has this monumental decisions made this election, like every other midterm, the most important in American history. Contributors: Kyla Figueroa Producers: Adri Arquin, Chloe Mendoza

There's more at stake than 40% of your grade this midterm season. We know you've been busy studying for midterms lately. We're here to help you catch up. The Daily compiled the most important information for this season's campaigns and each of the seven propositions on the ballot this fall. News reporter: Rani Chor Producer and Managing Editor: Chloe Mendoza

The fight over free speech on college campuses will once again descend on Stanford, when Peter Thiel and a slate of well-known academics from around the country take the stage at the GSB this weekend. What exactly does a “Conference on Academic Freedom” entail, and why have some high-profile professors vehemently criticized it? Senior staff writer Grace Carroll sat down with the latter, to discuss Thiel's tricky history of free speech, the racist accusations plaguing the conference's most incendiary speakers, and ask the question: has Stanford been trolled? References — https://news.stanford.edu/pr/92/920212Arc2432.html https://www.motherjones.com/politics/2021/11/how-dangerous-is-peter-thiel/ https://www.thecollegefix.com/princeton-fires-tenured-professor-who-criticized-black-terrorism/ https://quillette.com/2020/07/08/a-declaration-of-independence-by-a-princeton-professor/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xzvJ48gsS6E&t=155s https://www.law.upenn.edu/live/news/14369-a-statement-from-dean-ruger-in-response-to-recent https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vj8EPeZro6Q&t=35s Senior staff writer: Grace Carroll Producer and Managing Editor: Chloe Mendoza

In this episode of New Music with Nick, Sligh reviews JID's new album, "The Forever Story." For more podcasts by The Stanford Daily visit stanforddaily.com/category/podcasts. Managing Editor and Producer: Chloe Mendoza

Arts and Life columnist Nick Sligh's series —New Music with Nick — makes its triumphant return. In this first episode, Sligh reviews Ari Lennox' Sophomore studio album release under Dreamville.” For more podcasts by The Stanford Daily visit stanforddaily.com/category/podcasts. Producer and Managing Editor: Chloe Mendoza

Content Warning: mentions of rape, sexual violence, police brutality, violence Sounds of Protestation: Sexual Violence Free Stanford led a student demonstration calling for accountability, support, and justice from administration following a string of recent reports of sexual violence on campus. The march began at White Plaza and snaked around to Main Quad where various students led chants, shared stories, and called for action. "Stanford University, accomplice to rape," "My body, my life," "Expel rapists, fire rapists" were among some of the chants that filled the air on October 14. All recordings were obtained in accordance with California Penal Code 632. For more podcasts by The Stanford Daily, visit stanforddaily.com/category/podcasts. Producer & Managing Editor: Chloe Mendoza

"So what are you doing this summer?" A much asked question at Stanford. Students at Stanford University often find their summers inundated with commitments: jobs, research positions, internships. But why are we pursing this work? This summer Ecy King '23 created an educational comic based on Stanford's Computer Science curriculum. Bryant Mendez '25 worked at a tech startup. Robin Huang '25 spent her days in a lab and at the School of Medicine. Kyla Figueroa '23 wrote for hours on end in her hometown of Stockon, CA, crafting a book. Stay tuned as we dive into grind culture and internship culture at Stanford. For more podcasts by the Stanford Daily, visit stanforddaily.com/category/podcasts. DAHA Definition: Acronym for "Does anyone have a...." Producer and Managing Editor: Chloe Mendoza

What does language mean to you? Are words just arbitrary sounds that we've assigned meaning? When does language uplift us? And similarly, when does language shun us? Stay tuned as The Grind Co-Managing Editor Kyla Figueroa shares an intimate reading of her story "Somewhere in the Grey," and talks about cultural imposter syndrome, language, and culture. "When I was about five and my parents signed me and my siblings up for the local soccer league, I told them I wanted to be goalie. To me, a child filled with romantic fantasies, I would be a star – the only person on the field who could touch the ball with their hands, who dived and jumped and blocked soccer balls going at monstrous speed, who saved the day by catching a game-deciding penalty kick." For more podcasts by the Stanford Daily visit stanforddaily.com/category/podcasts. Writer and Narrator: Kyla Figueroa Producer and Managing Editor: Chloe Mendoza

When we are wounded, physically or mentally, sometimes we need to find our warm, soft container and just recuperate. This is the container in which growth and healing can happen, says Stanford Program Manager of Health Education Colin Campbell. At a world-class institution like Stanford, what is student mental health like? How do students feel about "Grind Culture," and how does it affect their wellbeing? This episode spotlights Stanford community members of all backgrounds who are involved in facilitating healing — staffers at the Bridge, RAs, CAPs counselors — and people who have personal experiences in healing. There are many misconceptions about healing and mental health, and the purpose of this episode is to provide some insight into the mental health crisis that students have been enduring for years. For more podcasts by the Stanford Daily, visit stanforddaily.com/category/podcasts. Time Stamps to Help Navigate The Episode: 2:25 Introductions 9:01 Mental Health Culture on Campus 17:35 Perspectives on Healing in Mental Health 22:35 Misconceptions of Healing 33:00 How to Create an Environment Conducive to Healing at Stanford Contributors: Hanmin Lee, Christy Wang, Emma Thain, Donnovan Yisrael, Helen Hsu, Colin Campbell Producers: Philip Baillargeon, Helen Tian, Chloe Mendoza Managing Editor: Chloe Mendoza

In honor of the release of Kendrick Lamar's 5th studio album ‘Mr. Morale & The Big Steppers', Nick Sligh and Brandon Francois recap songs from across Kendrick's entire career. Listen along as they consider and debate the music of one of rap's all time greats in a six part series. For more podcasts by The Stanford Daily visit stanforddaily.com/category/podcasts. Podcasters: Nick Sligh, Brandon Francois Producer: Philip Baillargeon Managing Editor: Chloe Mendoza

In honor of the release of Kendrick Lamar's 5th studio album ‘Mr. Morale & The Big Steppers', Nick Sligh and Brandon Francois recap songs from across Kendrick's entire career. Listen along as they consider and debate the music of one of rap's all time greats in a six part series. For more podcasts by The Stanford Daily visit stanforddaily.com/category/podcasts. Podcasters: Nick Sligh, Brandon Francois Producer: Philip Baillargeon Managing Editor: Chloe Mendoza

In honor of the release of Kendrick Lamar's 5th studio album ‘Mr. Morale & The Big Steppers', Nick Sligh and Brandon Francois recap songs from across Kendrick's entire career. Listen along as they consider and debate the music of one of rap's all time greats in a six part series. For more podcasts by The Stanford Daily visit stanforddaily.com/category/podcasts. Podcasters: Nick Sligh, Brandon Francois Producer: Philip Baillargeon Managing Editor: Chloe Mendoza

In honor of the release of Kendrick Lamar's 5th studio album ‘Mr. Morale & The Big Steppers', Nick Sligh and Brandon Francois recap songs from across Kendrick's entire career. Listen along as they consider and debate the music of one of rap's all time greats in a six part series. For more podcasts by The Stanford Daily visit stanforddaily.com/category/podcasts. Podcasters: Nick Sligh, Brandon Francois Producer: Philip Baillargeon Managing Editor: Chloe Mendoza

In honor of the release of Kendrick Lamar's 5th studio album ‘Mr. Morale & The Big Steppers', Nick Sligh and Brandon Francois recap songs from across Kendrick's entire career. Listen along as they consider and debate the music of one of rap's all time greats in a six part series. For more podcasts by The Stanford Daily visit stanforddaily.com/category/podcasts. Podcasters: Nick Sligh, Brandon Francois Producer: Philip Baillargeon Managing Editor: Chloe Mendoza

In honor of the release of Kendrick Lamar's 5th studio album ‘Mr. Morale & The Big Steppers', Nick Sligh and Brandon Francois recap songs from across Kendrick's entire career. Listen along as they consider and debate the music of one of rap's all time greats in a six part series. For more podcasts by The Stanford Daily visit stanforddaily.com/category/podcasts. Podcasters: Nick Sligh, Brandon Francois Producer: Philip Baillargeon Managing Editor: Chloe Mendoza

Night Vale isn't your ordinary hometown. Everything you'd expect from a small desert community has been turned on its head. Beware the public library because it is filled with monstrous librarians. Go visit the local bowling alley, but watch out for the mysterious metropolis hidden underneath lane number five. And celebrate the creation of the newly built dog park, but remember that people are not allowed in the dog park. Dogs are not allowed in the dog park. You might see hooded figures in the dog park, but the dog park will not hurt you. Tune in as The Daily Brew interviews Jeffrey Cranor, one of the co-creators of the legendary Night Vale podcast. Interviewer: Kristofer Roland Nino Producer and Managing Editor: Chloe Mendoza

Music is special, it binds us to moments in life, culture, memories, our loved ones. But it can also be light and just whatever makes you feel good. Today, we at The Daily are coming to you with some of our favorite songs at the moment. This is April Staff Picks. Stay tuned to hear from some of our Daily staffers talk about their favorite songs. For more podcasts by The Daily Brew visit stanforddaily.com/category/podcasts. April Staff Music Picks Playlist: Follow The Stanford Daily Arts and Life on Spotify or visit https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3EJylZzadAz4xMDyAEF55C?si=add91220b6434869 The Daily Contributors: Oriana Riley, Kristofer Roland Nino, Andrea Liao, Chloe Walsh, Richard Coca, Brandon Rupp Producer and Managing Editor: Chloe Mendoza

Few artists possess Saba's combination of abilities to write, rap, produce and curate such incredible music. Tune in as music columnist Nigh Sligh thoughtfully reviews Saba's latest album, "Few Good Things." For more podcasts by the Stanford Daily visit stanforddaily.com/category/podcasts. Music Columnist: Nick Sligh Producer and Managing Editor: Chloe Mendoza

"Unlike me, Dad is not afraid of movies about ghosts. He's not afraid of movies about zombies or witches or anything of the sort. In his calm and collected voice, he explained to me that he's only scared of criminal/psychological thrillers. He pointed out those are the types of things that can happen to any of us." In her essay, "Unconditional Familial Love on the Front Lines of Danger," Crystal Chen '22 explores themes of familial love, expression, and culture. Narrators and Contributors: Gheed Bizri, Joy Molloy, Gabriela Reitz Producer: Helen Tian Managing Editor: Chloe Mendoza

Zach is joined by The Daily's own Jibriel Taha to recap last week's Final Four and national championship game. The pair look back on the Stanford women's basketball team's season as a whole, weighing how they stacked up against expectations and what players stepped up, as well as what the roster turnover means for next year. Sports Staffers: Zach Zafran, Jibriel Taha Producer: Philip Baillargeon Managing Editor: Chloe Mendoza

Megan Gauer joins the show to help preview the Final Four. Sports staffers Gavin and Zach recap Stanford's games from this past weekend, where matchups with Maryland and Texas in the Sweet Sixteen and Elite 8 jeopardized the team's title aspirations. Ultimately, the Cardinal prevailed and are headed to Minneapolis for the final stretch of the season. For more podcasts by The Stanford Daily visit stanforddaily.com/category/podcasts. Sports Staffers: Gavin McDonell, Zach Zafran Editor: Phillip Baillargeon Managing Editor: Chloe Mendoza

Content warning: this podcast contains reference to death war and humanitarian crisis The crisis in Ukraine affects all of us. News staffer Cassidy Dalva and Podcast staffer Cynthia Chen talk to the three members of the Stanford Ukrainian Fellows Program to discuss the magnitude and history of the Russian-Ukraine conflict, how it has affected their work, and how regular people can contribute. For more podcasts by the Stanford Daily visit stanforddaily.com/category/podcasts. News and Podcast Staffers: Cassidy Dalva, Cynthia Chen Producers: Cynthia Chen, Chloe Mendoza Managing Editor: Chloe Mendoza

March Madness is here, and sports staffers Gavin and Zach are here to discuss the team's performance in the first and second rounds. For more podcasts by The Stanford Daily, visit stanforddaily.com/category/podcasts Sports Staffers: Gavin McDonell, Zach Zafran Producer: Philip Baillargeon Managing Editor: Chloe Mendoza

Welcome to a new series, “New Music with Nick.” In this series, Arts and Life columnist Nick Sligh reviews some of the most notable new album releases across various genres, focusing on hip-hop, R&B and pop music. Join Nick in exploring the ever-shifting landscape of the streaming era. Today, Nick talks all things Cordae. For more podcasts by the Stanford Daily, visit stanforddaily.com/category/podcasts. Arts and Life Columnist: Nick Sligh Producer and Managing Editor: Chloe Mendoza

In this season finale episode, sports staffers a recap the Pac-12 tournament, and share their general thoughts about Stanford Men's basketball. Sports Staffers: Jibriel Taha, Ells Boone, Teddy Solomon Producer and Managing Editor: Chloe Mendoza

For the 15th time in program history, Stanford women's basketball is the Pac-12 Tournament champion. In this episode, Gavin and Zach recap the Cardinal's quest to winning their second straight Pac-12 Tournament title. For more podcasts by the Stanford Daily visit stanforddaily.com/category/podcasts. Sports Staffers: Zach Zafran, Gavin McDonell Producer: Philip Baillargeon Managing Editor: Chloe Mendoza

Sports staffers recap Stanford's Arizona Trip and Preview the Pac-12 Tournament. For more podcasts by the Stanford Daily visit stanforddaily.com/category/podcasts. Sports Staffers: Teddy Solomon, Jibriel Taha, Ells Boone Producer: Phillip Baillargeon Managing Editor: Chloe Mendoza

Sports Staffers recap Stanford's game against Cal and preview the upcoming Arizona game. Sports Staffers: Teddy Solomon, Ells Boone, Jibriel Taha Producer: Philip Baillargeon Managing Editor: Chloe Mendoza

Zach and Gavin welcome their very first guest to the show, Sam Hwang! Sam, a writer for The Next covering Pac-12 women's basketball, helps preview the Pac-12 Tournament beginning this week. Having wrapped up their Pac-12 regular season as champions with an undefeated record, the team secured the No. 1 seed in the tournament. Sports Staffers: Gavin McDonell, Zach Zafran Producer: Phillip Baillargeon Managing Editor: Chloe Mendoza

Black History Month is an annual celebration of the contributions and sacrifices of African Americans who created the nation. Black History Month celebrates the rich cultural heritage, triumphs and adversities that are an ineffaceable part of the United State's history of slavery and violence. This celebration is a powerful reminder that Black History is American history. But as much as Black History Month is about remembering the past and its enduring effects, it's also about celebrating and honoring Black joy and excellence. In this episode, The Daily's Arts and Life sections have compiled listicles to highlight and recommend some of their favorite Black artists. Today we're joined by Arts and Life Managing Editors Kirsten Mettler and Peyton Lee, Culture Beat Desk Editor Bhu Kongtaveelert and Arts and Life Reads columnist Leyla Yilmaz as they discuss some of their picks. Arts and Life Staffers: Kirsten Mettler, Peyton Lee, Bhu Kongtaveelert, Leyla Yilmaz Producer and Managing Editor: Chloe Mendoza

Sports staffers recap the recent Mountain Homestand game and preview the upcoming Cal game. For more podcasts by the Stanford Daily visit stanforddaily.com/category/podcasts. Sports Staffers: Jibriel Taha, Ells Boone, Teddy Solomon Producer: Phillip Baillargeon Managing Editor: Chloe Mendoza

Join Daily sports staffers Gavin McDonell and Zach Zafran as they talk all things Stanford women's basketball. In this episode, the pair takes a look back at the beginning of the defending national champion's season and look ahead to the remainder of their regular season schedule. Episode recorded 2/21/2022. For more podcasts by the Stanford Daily visit stanforddaily.com/category/podcasts. Sports Staffers: Gavin McDonell, Zach Zafron Producer and Managing Editor: Chloe Mendoza

In honor recent Valentine's Day festivities, we will be discussing the Stanford Marriage Pact. While the Marriage Pact claims to find students their optimal match using a precise algorithm, we wanted to see how successful the algorithm actually is. Today, we speak with two matches, Audrey Kwan and Sachin Allums, and Kathryn Zhang and Robin Truax, to find out just how compatible Marriage Pact matches can really be. For more podcasts by the Stanford Daily visit stanforddaily.com/category/podcasts. Producer: Helena Getahun-Hawkins Managing Editor: Chloe Mendoza

Sports staffers recap Stanford's last eight games and talk about the big picture as the end of season nears. For more podcasts by the Stanford Daily visit stanforddaily.com/category/podcasts. Producer: Phillip Baillargeon Sports Staffers: Teddy Solomon, Jibriel Taha, Ells Boone Managing Editor: Chloe Mendoza