Unmuted by Mosaic

Language is an essential component of communication, especially in the educational setting. In this episode, MOSIAC interns speak about their perspectives on language at Point Loma Nazarene University.

In this episode, we talk with the author of “Pure: Inside the Evangelical Movement that Shamed a Generation of Young Women and How I Broke Free.” She shares the history of the purity movement and tools like values-based sexuality education. AND for the first time on Unmuted, we answer questions directly from YOU, our listeners. To learn more about Linda or to read her book, visit her website: https://lindakayklein.com/ Music used: WatR-Fluid by ItsWatR https://pixabay.com/music/beats-watr-fluid-10149/

Today we're talking about adapting vs. assimilating and exploring the multiracial identity with Dr. Augustine, Narissa Lane, and Avril Olivo Paniagua. Show Notes -- Music used: WatR - Whipped Cream by ItsWatR How to apply to the podcast: Click this link and select MOSAIC. Then write in “Unmuted Podcast.” https://form.jotform.com/222976306976167 Or you can inquire about the open position in the DM's of our Instagram: @plnu_unmuted

In this episode, we're talking about microaggressions with Black Student Union president Taylor Floyd and professor of sociology Dr. V. Our guests define the three types of microaggressions and share how they deal with them in their lives. Stay tuned til the end to hear about some fun ways to engage beyond the episode! Show Notes: Link to the Bias incident Report Form https://cm.maxient.com/reporting.php?PointLoma Huda F Are You? By Huda Fahmy https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/663680/huda-f-are-you-by-huda-fahmy/ The Magic Fish by Trung Le Nguyen https://www.kpbs.org/news/arts-culture/2022/12/12/the-magic-fish-is-a-story-of-language-transformation-and-family Music Used: WarR - Whipped Cream by ItsWatR https://pixabay.com/music/beats-watr-whipped-cream-10152/ Tuesday (Glitch soft hip-hop) by Amaksi https://pixabay.com/music/beats-tuesday-glitch-soft-hip-hop-118327/ WatR - Fluid by ItsWatR https://pixabay.com/music/beats-watr-fluid-10149/

Guest Luciana Pareyon-Gil shares about their experience commuting across the border from Tijuana to San Diego for university. Articles/Resources Referenced: https://www.ocregister.com/2019/04/05/heres-how-much-traffic-crosses-the-u-s-mexico-border/ https://drive.google.com/file/d/1-EH7q61A_00CAz7hO4c4DNK4lYSC-MM2/view Music/SFX Used: Music by ItsWatR from Pixabay Music by amaksi from Pixabay Music by JuliusH from Pixabay Sound Effect from Pixabay

Guests Gianna Piva and Grace Cook talk about representation in the media for disabled folks. They walk us through what the film industry is missing and how social media has been a place of growth and authenticity for disabled folks. Films to watch: Peanut Butter Falcon Coda Run Crip Camp Instagrams mentioned: @aaron___philip @mollyburkeofficial @plnu_deltaalphapi Articles quoted: https://www.un.org/development/desa/disabilities/resources/disability-and-the-media.html https://rudermanfoundation.org/white_papers/the-ruderman-white-paper-on-authentic-representation-in-tv/ Music used: Ever Flowing by ItsWatR https://pixabay.com/music/future-bass-ever-flowing-12277/ WatR - Fluid by ItsWatR https://pixabay.com/music/beats-watr-fluid-10149/ Tuesday (Glitch Soft Hip-Hop) by amaksi https://pixabay.com/music/beats-tuesday-glitch-soft-hip-hop-118327/

Today, we talk to PLNU alum and former VOL leader, Micah Renner. Micah walks us through the journey of leaning into their own queer identity while also leading queer students on this campus.

Today we talk to Klassen RA, Lydia Sunberg, and Klassen RD & VOL Co Staff advisor, Jessica Hong, about the importance of rest as a human right and what rest looks like within community. This episode made the Unmuted team rethink rest completely, so definitely give it a listen! Some resources to check out mentioned in this episode: Nap Ministry Bell Hooks Brené Brown podcast titled “Dr. Shawn Ginwright on the Four Pivots: reimagining justice, reimagining ourselves”

Today we are talking about how to access therapy on campus and sharing advice for those interested in starting therapy. And we have 4 special voices, Shannah Mau, Jessica White, Annika Barr, and Veronica Koralewski, to help us out! This episode is extremely relevant, so give it a listen. Click the link in our bio to start listening now on Spotify & Apple Podcasts! TW: this episode talks about mental health, and specifically eating disorders. If this is something that is triggering or unhelpful to you, please stick around for our next episode.

Today we're talking about the Middle Eastern Association here on campus, and we have Fahad Hakim and Sage Taber to help us to do that! In this episode, Fahad describes what it's like to be Middle Eastern on this campus, and Sage describes how she plans to maintain her connection to her Middle Eastern identity. As you listen, you'll find that both Fahad and Sage are committed to seeking out connection with their culture on a daily basis, and the things they've discovered and communities they've created because of that are truly beautiful. Special thanks to MEA board members, Hannah Kefalas, Eddie Simhairy, and Nuriya Mona for helping with our intro! Resources: MEA's Instagram: @plnumea Beyond Unmuted song recommendation - BoroBoro by Arash The Daily (podcast) The Middle East Institute (email list) Al Jazeera (news) Babel: Translating The Middle East (podcast)

In this episode of Unmuted, we say goodbye to founder and former executive producer and host of the podcast, Bella Passey. Bella passes the job to new host, Sarah Gleason, and shares the origin story of Unmuted as well as recaps some of her favorite stories and lessons she has learned.

In this episode of Unmuted, we hear from Instagrammer, photographer, and writer, Olivia Cox & Tiktoker and Yearbook Editor-in-Chief, Chris Chong as they share about their experience as young influencers! Chris and Olivia impart some tried-and-true advice on how to exist on social media at the end of this episode, so stick around! To watch Chris Chong's Tiktoks: @flajiggle To follow Olivia Cox's Instagram: @withjoyolivia

S3 Episode #3- The Immigrant Child: 1st & 2nd Gen Experiences by Presented by Point Loma Nazarene University

For Today's episode, we will be talking about “Loma Culture”. With me, I have Sarah Bell, a leader in Voices of Love and Team Barnabas; and Madi Grinde, a graphic design student and the founder of “Far Out Florals”,a hand-made clothing brand. We're so excited to have them here with us today as they share their experiences with the campus culture here at PLNU.

Unmuted is back again for Season 3! We are kicking this season off with some new changes. In this episode, we introduce our new team, talk about some of the new exciting things coming up, and discuss what being"unmuted" means to us.

For this conversation, we will be breaking down the “The American Dream”. For this discussion, we have Dr. Matthieu Rouffet, Chair of the Chemistry Department and Associate Professor of Chemistry. We're so excited to have him here with us today as he shares his experience.

For this episode, we will be discussing Colorism in the Latin American Community. Joining us are our two guests Heavenlee Vasquez and David Deanda. We’re so excited to have them here with us today as they share their experiences.

In this episode, we will be discussing LGBTQ+: Normalizing Conversation. With us we have our two guests, Jake Gilbertson & Claire Sunberg. We’re so excited to have them here with us as they share their experiences.

For this episode, we will be discussing Adulting : Expectations based off culture. With we have our two guests, Harry Han and Andrea Revilla Bojorquez. We’re so excited to have them here with us today as they share their experiences.

For this episode, we will be discussing the rise of Asian representation in the media and the Asian hate crimes that have been occurring all over the world. With us to discuss, are our two guests, Ivy Tran and Matthew Castello from Asian Student Union. We’re so excited to have them here with us today as they share their experiences.

In this episode, we discuss "The Christian Feminist". With us are two guests, Dr. Kara Lyons-Pardue, Professor of New Testament and Co-Director of the Women's Studies Center, and Joan Yoo, Treasurer of BREAK, the gender equality club. We’re so excited to have them with us as they share their experiences.

For this episode, we will be discussing Black Lives Matter Part. 2 - Black Men in America. We have two guests, Dr. Jeffrey Carr and Ty Bakr. We’re so excited to have them with us as they share their own experiences and discuss what it is like to be a black man in present-day America.

In this episode, we will be discussing Interracial Relationships and what it means to understand one another. We have two guests, Sam Kwapong and Carissa Kwapong. We’re so excited to have Sam and Carissa here with us today as they share their experience in an interracial marriage, and what it means for them to create a future together.

For the Season 1 Finale, we discuss the 2020 Post Election results and how we move forward from its with our two guest speakers, Hannah Wald and Zab Dominguez. We’re so excited to have Hannah and Zab here with us as they share the importance of the election, as well as why having the conversation regarding it is significant.

For this episode, we will be discussing the concept of Multiracial identity with two guest speakers, Annika Wong and Munirih Peace. We’re so excited to have Annika and Munirih here with us as they share their experiences on what it’s like to be multiracial, as well as some of the obstacles they have encountered in navigating their racial identity.

In this episode, we will be discussing international students and their experiences and encounters in America. To speak on this topic we have two guest speakers, Fernanda Vianna and Henrique Din (who is back with us again). We are excited to have you listen to Fernanda and Henrique, as they share their experiences on what it’s like being an international student in America.

In today's episode, we discuss Ableism; what is it and how do we take about it? Our two guest speakers today are Aviana Legris who is the President for Delta Alpha Pi, and Bradley Clary who is the Vice President for Delta Alpha Pi. Delta Alpha Pi is an honor society club that supports and celebrates students with disabilities and to recognize their academic achievements. We’re so excited to have Aviana and Bradley here with us today as they share their experiences and unpack what Ableism is

In today's episode, we discuss the Black Lives Matter movement and what it mean to be an ally with 3 guest speakers: Alesia Wright , Jai’lynn Parham, and Jaydon Everett. These three individuals all currently hold positions on the board for the Black Student Union and share their experiences with the movement and what they believe it means to be an ally in racial reconciliation.

For our very first episode, we discuss the impact of COVID-19 with our two guests. Henrique and Zita are two international students at Point Loma Nazarene University and share their stories this past summer and how they were personally impacted and affected by COVID-19.