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Episode 6: On spontaneous poetry Apr 28, 2022

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Ever see a tag on the street and take a second look? What about a poem? For poet Leslie Reed, a hidden fence in North Berkeley is her place of creation. In this episode, Melina takes a walk with Leslie to explore her fence poems out in the wild.

Episode 3: Berkeley Art Studio Apr 22, 2022

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Since I was younger, I always found peace in arts and crafts, especially painting. When I came to Berkeley, I felt a bit of a distance with this form of expression and myself. I met quite a few people here who felt the same way and eventually found out about a place called the Berkeley Art Studio.

Episode 5: On coastal differences and historical legacies Apr 21, 2022

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In this episode, Melina sits down with Arisa White, a poet and educator from the east coast, to talk about her connection to the Bay Area. What’s the difference between the poetry scene on each side of the country, and how does it shape a poet’s journey?

Episode 2: Coffee at Cal Mar 31, 2022

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Who doesn’t like to go to cafes that feel like home? Developing friendships, meeting new people, thinking of home and even for a simple break from studying, join Muskaan as she talks to some people about their most amazing memories at different Berkeley cafes.

Episode 4: On Selfishness Mar 31, 2022

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In this episode, Melina sits down with 4 members of UC Berkeley’s Live Poets Society to talk all things poetry. They discuss topics from style and form to feelings and selfishness, and why poetry may be “the most selfish form of art.”

Spring 2022 Week 8 Mar 14, 2022

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UC Berkeley announces plans to collaborate with the city to house People’s Park residents in light of campus plans to build student housing there. How are people reacting? In light of all the controversy surrounding admissions, how will the fight impact campus funding? Governor Newsom signs an executive order directing state agencies and departments to ensure they are complying with economic sanctions imposed on Russia. How will this affect local businesses, and what do professors have to say? Finally, if you’re feeling stressed out, maybe this story can help. How do campus mental health clubs operate on campus and what resources are available for you?

Episode 3: On Poetic Freedom Mar 12, 2022

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At 17, Alameda County Youth Poet Laureate Zoe Dorado has a lot to say. She is the guest of this week’s episode, and offers her view on the role of a poet laureate, and her place as a person of color in the poetry world.

Spring 2022 Week 7 Mar 07, 2022

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This week, UC Berkeley students and researchers protest the Russian invasion of Ukraine, what do they have to say? Also, the university loses a bitter legal fight over the future of CRISPR. What does the future have in store for Berkeley and gene editing? California is easing mask mandates in schools, how will BUSD respond? This year, a record number of students applied to UC Berkeley, how will this look in light of the ongoing admissions controversy? And finally, Annie the falcon is alive! We’ll give you updates on Berkeley’s favorite avian couple.

Episode 2: On Publication and Success Feb 18, 2022

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What's the role of publication in a poet's world? Does publication necessarily constitute success? In this episode, Melina talks to Yuna Kang, a UC Berkeley undergrad with a few publications under their belt.

Episode 1: Dancing Bears Feb 04, 2022

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From jazz music, swing dancing and everything in between, Muskaan talks to members of the swing community about dancing as not only a learning experience, but also a social and self-reflective experience that people can embrace in their own way.

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