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The Alligator PodcastWeekly News Roundup: January 24-28In this week's roundup, podcast host Elliot Tritto speaks with Alligator University Administration Reporter Elena Barrera on how UF's basketball team manager is the players' unofficial barber. Plus, the Gator Party and the Communist party announced their executive tickets for the semester, UF students are frustrated with conflicting information on isolation dorms and more.
2022-01-3108 minThe Alligator PodcastNews: Task Force RecapIn this episode, Elliot interviews Elena Barrera and Camila Pereira about events that led to and followed the formation of a task force to analyze University of Florida administration's policies that barred professors from testifying in legal suits. They also discussed what it has been like to report on these events. The interview took place on Dec. 9, 2021.
2021-12-2319 minThe Alligator PodcastNews: Nikki Fried and the alumni donation boycottIn this episode, Elliot interviews Florida Commissioner of Agriculture Nikki Fried about a petition she posted on Twitter. She encouraged UF alumni to sign it if they agreed to stop donating to UF until President Fuchs reversed the decision to bar professors from testifying, which he now has done.
2021-12-1314 min
The Alligator PodcastAvenue: FEST 19 and the Gainesville music communityIn this episode, Elliot talks to members of Expert Timing and Jeremy Hunter of Skatune Network about FEST 19, an annual music festival in downtown Gainesville, and how it impacts the music community.
2021-11-2218 minThe Alligator PodcastNews: Discrimination at UF and Nov. 3 headlinesIn this episode, Elliot interviews Max Taylor, Alligator news desk assistant, about her article on the experiences of Dr. Sankalp Gilda as a graduate student at UF. Elliot also highlights three articles from Nov. 3.
2021-11-0507 minThe Alligator PodcastNews: Citizens Field and high school footballIn this episode, Elliot talks with Noah Ram, Alligator sports writer, about the significance of Citizens Field to the Gainesville community.
2021-10-1910 minThe Alligator PodcastNews: Pandemic gun violenceIn this episode, Elliot talks with Isabella Douglas about her article, "'We're going to lose a generation:' Pandemic gun violence spike leaves many in anguish".
2021-10-1309 minThe Alligator PodcastNews: Abuse under former women's basketball coach Cameron NewbauerIn this episode, Elliot talks with alligatorSports Podcast Host Joseph Henry and Assistant Sports Editor Zachary Huber about Zach's story, "Former Florida women's basketball players detail abuse under Coach Newbauer."
2021-10-0232 minThe Alligator PodcastNews Roundup: Campus construction and headlines Sept. 20-24In this episode, Elliot interviews Camila Pereira, Alligator university administration reporter, about the construction projects on UF's campus and highlights articles published this week on the Alligator's website, www.alligator.org.
2021-09-2507 minThe Alligator PodcastNews: Empty Bomb Threats Kick off Fall Semester for Santa Fe College and ACPSIn this episode, Elliot interviews Eve Thompson and Renee Hancock, Alligator staff, about recent empty bomb threats at two schools in Alachua County.
2021-09-2012 minThe Alligator PodcastNews Roundup: Headlines Sept. 13-17 and Hispanic Heritage MonthIn this episode, Elliot highlights articles published this week on the Alligator's website, www.alligator.org. He also interviews Isabella Barnet, Alligator reporter, about Hispanic Heritage Month.
2021-09-1806 minThe Alligator PodcastNews: 9/11 and the Muslim community twenty years laterIn this episode, Elliot interviews Alligator Reporter Christian Casale about his story, "Twenty years later, 9/11 stirs pain, worry for Muslim community." Drawing from Casale's interviews from the article, they discuss what it was like for Muslims on UF campus after 9/11 and what it is like now, 20 years later.
2021-09-1409 minThe Alligator PodcastNews Roundup: Headlines Sept. 6-10 and DJ TerrahIn this episode, Elliot highlights articles published this week on the Alligator's website, www.alligator.org. He also interviews Faith Buckley, Alligator metro general assignment reporter, about her article on DJ Terrah, "Terrah-rizing the turntables: Remembering Akeem "DJ Terrah" Thompson".
Correction: Kim Daniels is referred to as Lisa Daniels during the interview.
2021-09-1110 min
The Alligator PodcastThe Avenue: Florida band on tour for the first time since early 2020In this episode, Elliot interviews Supergold about how COVID-19 affected the band. They discuss going on tour again and the band's newest album, "Nowhere, USA."
2021-09-0613 min
The Alligator PodcastNews: Dr. Carlee Simon discusses ACPS' mask mandateIn this episode, we are joined by Alachua County Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Carlee Simon. Alligator Podcast Host Elliot Tritto and Simon discuss the ACPS' mask mandate and Governor Ron DeSantis' reaction to it.
2021-08-3014 minThe Alligator PodcastNews: Keeping up with Midpoint Park and EateryIn this episode, Midpoint Park and Eatery has been open for over a month. The park has three food trucks in operation. Keller's Kitchen, Da Kine Poke and Mexi Cocina. How are they holding up? In addition, a proposed legislation could affect the menus of these food trucks. Also, Jared Keller, the co-owner of Keller’s Kitchen, discussed the feedback he has received on the business and some of the challenges of running a food truck in a pandemic.
2021-04-1510 minThe Alligator PodcastWeekly News Roundup: April 5 - 9In this week's roundup, we review how West University Avenue’s problems began with its construction. Plus, Goldie’s Burgers is bringing new flavors to Depot Park. Also, UF students and families advocate for traffic safety as there’s a lasting impact of the crashes on families and victims. Alligator University General Assignment Reporter Abigail Hasebroock breaks down the issue.
2021-04-0907 minThe Alligator PodcastNews: UF begins vaccinating students, faculty and staffAfter nearly five months since UF Health said it would vaccinate its affiliates free of charge, UF began COVID-19 vaccinations for students, faculty and staff on Monday at Ben Hill Griffin stadium. Some students say they took the vaccine so they could see their families again. UF President Kent Fuchs was also at the event and said the vaccines are safe and vital for UF to be together again.
2021-04-0707 minThe Alligator PodcastWeekly News Roundup: March 29 - April 2In this week's roundup, The Matheson Museum reopened with a new exhibit featuring Alachua County female trailblazers. Plus, students, faculty and staff are now able to pre-register for vaccine appointments through ONE.UF. Also, graduate students worry about UF’s plan to demolish 40% of graduate housing. Alligator Student Government reporter Carolina Ilvento breaks it down.
2021-04-0208 minThe Alligator PodcastNews: Protesters call for action to stop Asian hateIn this episode, more than 200 protesters call for action and solidarity at the Stop Asian Hate march. Gainesville Mayor Lauren Poe spoke at the event and talked about the history of racism against Asians in the United States. East Gainesville beat reporter Alan Halaly and Metro News Assistant Jiselle Lee break down the story. Jyoti Parmar, an organizer for the protest, and Txong Moua, the organizer for the march, share their life experiences and why people should acknowledge Asian hate in this country.
2021-03-3127 min
The Alligator PodcastAvenue: Pop Culture Roundup #4In this week’s pop culture news roundup, the Avenue desk recaps the Grammy’s, Lana Del Rey’s new album, David Dobrik’s latest controversy and more. By Valeriya Antonshchuk, Kristin Bausch, Heather Bushman, Katie Delk, Morgan Goldwich and Veronica Nocera. For more arts, entertainment and culture news, follow the Avenue on Twitter and Instagram @thefloridaave.
2021-03-2944 minThe Alligator PodcastWeekly News Roundup: March 22 - 26In this week's roundup, UF offers students more financial aid for pandemic-related expenses. Plus, a person was stabbed at a CVS store and police say it was an ‘isolated incident.’ Also, Makiya Seminera, the opinions editor of The Alligator, writes, "Dear Florida Legislature, don’t put a price tag on my education."
2021-03-2608 minThe Alligator PodcastNews: The quarantine dorm experienceMany students know that if you test positive for COVID-19 or have been in close contact with a confirmed case, you either have to self quarantine or isolate at one of UF's quarantine dorms, according to UF Health protocols. Some students have not experienced what that is like. Noah Sharpe, a 20-year-old computer science sophomore, gives you his experience after contracting COVID-19 and isolating.
2021-03-2419 minThe Alligator PodcastWeekly News Roundup: March 15 - 19In this week's roundup, Florida State Senators moved forward with a controversial bill that would limit the Florida Bright Futures scholarship program Tuesday. Also, Gators men's basketball moves to the second round in a 75 - 70 win over Virginia Tech. And, UF international students taking classes and exams in their home countries struggle with time zone differences. University general assignment reporter Abigail Hasebrooke breaks it down.
2021-03-1911 minThe Alligator PodcastNews: UF overturns proposal to build on McCarty Woods after backlash from protestersUF administration decided not to use the McCarty Woods conservation area for development in its 2020-2030 Campus Master Plan after facing backlash from protesters. Several protests were organized since the proposal was made in December, including a march on Saturday led by the "Save McCarty Woods" campaign.
2021-03-1713 min
The Alligator PodcastAvenue: Pop Culture Roundup #3In this week’s pop culture news roundup, the Avenue desk talks about the results of the Golden Globes, nominations for the 63rd Annual Grammy Awards and the buzzworthy Meghan Markle and Prince Harry interview with Oprah. By Valeriya Antonshchuk, Heather Bushman, Katie Delk, Morgan Goldwich and Veronica Nocera. For more arts, entertainment and culture news, follow the Avenue on Twitter and Instagram @thefloridaave.
2021-03-1435 minThe Alligator PodcastWeekly News Roundup: March 8 - 12In this week's roundup, a proposed Senate Bill could dramatically affect the Florida Bright Futures scholarship program. The bill has been met with opposition from students and parents around the state. Also, A 47-year-old man was killed after being hit by a car in Alachua around midnight Thursday. Plus, Alligator Metro News Assistant, Jiselle Lee, reports how UF students have viewed the pandemic one year after the shutdown.
2021-03-1208 minThe Alligator PodcastNews: The spring break that wasn'tSpring break would have occurred this week if it weren't for the COVID-19 pandemic. UF previously declared that their decision to remove spring break was in an effort to limit the amount of COVID-19 cases that are brought to campus as a result of traveling. At this point in the semester, some students are feeling "burnt out" due to a lack of breaks. UF students Max De Witte and Angelina Baljit share opposing views on how the cancellation of spring break affects their mental health.
2021-03-1015 minThe Alligator PodcastNews: Valuable gecko missing from Gainesville pet storeA New Caledonia leachianus gecko worth $1,800 is missing from a Gainesville pet store, Gator City Reptiles. Some believe the gecko was stolen and posted on a leachianus gecko Facebook group. Alligator Metro News Assistant Lucille Lannigan breaks down the story.
2021-03-0509 minThe Alligator PodcastWeekly News Roundup: February 24 - March 2In this week's roundup, the Santa Fe community received its second dose of the COVID-19 vaccine. Plus, The Florida Department of Transportation will transfer control of the section of West University Avenue near the UF campus to the city of Gainesville. Also, a community grocery store may be built in East Gainesville following a city commission vote. East Gainesville reporter, Alan Halaly, breaks down the story.
2021-03-0307 min
The Alligator PodcastAvenue: Pop Culture Roundup #2In this week’s pop culture news roundup, the Avenue desk talks about The New York Times’ documentary on Britney Spears, Taylor Swift’s latest release, electronic duo Daft Punk’s split and more. By Valeriya Antonshchuk, Kristin Bausch, Heather Bushman, Katie Delk, Morgan Goldwich and Veronica Nocera. For more arts, entertainment and culture news, follow the Avenue on Twitter and Instagram @thefloridaave.
2021-02-2749 minThe Alligator PodcastNews: Gator Party wins executive ticketThe Gator Party won the executive ticket with Cooper Brown set to become the Student Body President, Faith Maniti to become the Student Body Vice President and Giovanna Mompremier to become the Student Body Treasurer. Gator Party members were found celebrating at a local bar after they declined multiple requests from The Alligator reporters to join their watch party, writing in a text that it would be a “really small and intimate” event. Change Party members will contest the election results. Keg Party did not win any seats.
2021-02-2505 minThe Alligator PodcastWeekly News Roundup: February 15-19In this week's roundup, the Gator Party and the Change Party released their platforms ahead of the UF Student Government spring elections while the Keg Party has yet to release theirs. Plus, a man wanted for battery at FSU has been spotted in Gainesville. Also, some residents of Alachua County are calling for secession to create a new county, "Springs County."
2021-02-1908 minThe Alligator PodcastNews: Students protest UF food provider outside president's mansionIn this episode, students held a protest against UF's official food service provider, Aramark, outside of President Kent Fuchs' mansion on Saturday. Co-Communications lead of the Gainesville Dream Defenders, Ava Kaplan; External VP of the Gator Chapter of the NAACP, Rachel Khoury; and a member of the chapter, Mackintosh Joachim, joins our podcast to break down the issue.
2021-02-1719 min
The Alligator PodcastAvenue: Pop Culture Round-UpThe Avenue desk kicks off its pop culture podcast series in this week’s round up. This episode covers the Weeknd’s Super Bowl performance and commercials, Golden Globe nominations, Jojo Siwa’s coming out and Pheobe Bridgers’ SNL performance and more. By Valeriya Antonshchuk, Kristin Bausch, Heather Bushman, Katie Delk, Morgan Goldwich and Veronica Nocera. For more arts, entertainment and culture news, follow the Avenue on Twitter and Instagram @thefloridaave.
2021-02-1336 minThe Alligator PodcastWeekly News Roundup: February 8-12In this week's roundup, UFF elevates concerned voices as UF’s re-opening plans rev on. Plus, a newly finished fire station construction could reduce nearby homeowner’s insurance. Also, local businesses are offering ways to get festive this Valentine’s Day.
2021-02-1211 minThe Alligator PodcastNews: Backstage Pass to Gainesville’s Indie-Folk SceneLouie Dager, producer and singer for Neptune's Child, and lead guitarist George Baxevanis joins our podcast to discuss producing music in Gainesville amidst a pandemic. Dager also produces music for other local bands, such as Tamayo, which is signed to UF’s Swamp Records.
2021-02-1029 minThe Alligator PodcastWeekly News Roundup: February 1-5In this week's roundup, UF students and faculty oppose a proposal to build on the McCarty Woods Conservation Area. Plus, a former UF professor was indicted for a scheme to defraud the National Institutes of Health and UF. Also, Gators Women's Tennis loses to UF’s archenemy, The Florida State Seminoles.
2021-02-0512 minThe Alligator PodcastNews: Maggie’s Mom Speaks Out - Crash (Part III)Two months ago, UF student Maggie Paxton was killed in a hit-and-run on West University Avenue. A few weeks ago, UF student Sophia Lambert died of a similar situation. Now, Maggie’s mom, Lisa Paxton, joins our podcast and reflects on her daughter’s life while calling for changes to the road.
2021-02-0217 minThe Alligator PodcastWeekly News Roundup: January 25-29This week, UF students can start registering for a seat in the Senate Friday. Plus, UF sophomore Andy Shodell believes the GATORSAFE app is "the big stick of UF's modern McCarthyites." Also, a tale of two Gainesvilles as the development along east and west Gainesville tell a completely different story.
2021-01-2912 minThe Alligator PodcastNews: FDOT responds to University Avenue car accident - Crash (Part II)Alligator Metro Editor Asta Hemenway discusses the significance that the high volume of car accidents on West University Ave. has on the community as the issue has grown since our last episode. Plus, the Florida Department of Transportation makes a statement to concerned UF students and Gainesville residents about its plan.
2021-01-2713 minThe Alligator PodcastWeekly News Roundup: January 18-22This week, UF students announce a boycott against the UF food service provider, Aramark, because of its prison labor usage, the Gainesville Police Department rolls out a new plan in an effort to reduce the high volume of car accidents in the area, and professors continue to express frustration with HyFlex classes.
2021-01-2209 minThe Alligator PodcastNews: West University Avenue Accident- From the Scene of the Crash (Part I)In the first part of a series exploring the aftermath of the car crash on West University Avenue that left UF student Sophia Lambert dead and five others in the hospital, Alligator Photographer Julia Cooper describes her experience reporting from the scene that has sparked petitions and public outcry for better traffic safety surrounding student-populated areas.
2021-01-2014 minThe Alligator PodcastWeekly News Roundup: January 11-15On this week's roundup, UF faculty tensions are high with UF administration as the first week of the semester has concluded. Calls for the semester to move entirely online have already begun by some professors due to recent upticks in COVID-19 cases in Florida. Plus, U.S. Rep. Kat Cammack faces backlash after standing by President Trump following the attacks at the Capitol Building.
2021-01-1606 minThe Alligator PodcastNews: New Year, Same ProblemsIn today's episode, Alligator University News Assistant Sofia Echeverry discusses her experience covering COVID-19 at UF with The Alligator Podcast's new host Jake Reyes.
2021-01-1316 minThe Alligator PodcastWeekly News Roundup: December 7-11On this week's roundup, UF details how mandatory testing will work, student government meetings remaining online in spite of new legislation, and mold causes health scares at West 20 Apartments.
2020-12-1107 minThe Alligator PodcastAvenue: Holiday EventsThis week Lauren discusses holiday events in Gainesville with four guests and gives an overview of other holiday happenings.
2020-12-0927 minThe Alligator PodcastNews: What Could Be Better Than This?On today's episode, I speak with UF J-School Dean Diane McFarlin on her 8 years at UF, the future of journalism, and what she's looking forward to in retirement.
2020-12-0734 minThe Alligator PodcastWeekly News Roundup: November 30-December 4On this week's roundup, UF faculty angry with COVID-19 ADA accommodations, Alachua County voting demographics released, and student workers to benefit from minimum wage increase.
2020-12-0407 minThe Alligator PodcastNews: President Fuchs Interview (Part 2 of 2)In part two of my interview with President Fuchs, we discuss UF’s cancellation of spring break, the university’s new furlough policies, and what a failed spring semester would look like.
2020-11-3029 minThe Alligator PodcastAvenue: Gainesville Food TrucksOn today's episode, Lauren talks to the owners of three food trucks about their experiences during the pandemic.
2020-11-2524 minThe Alligator PodcastNews: President Fuchs Interview (part 1 of 2)On today's episode, I speak with UF President Kent Fuchs about the challenges of the fall semester, backlash to the HyFlex method, and mandatory COVID testing in the spring.
2020-11-2330 minThe Alligator PodcastWeekly News Roundup: November 16-20On this week's roundup, UF mandates COVID testing for spring, UF Student Government limits student involvement, and chemistry building loses name without a clear reason.
2020-11-2005 minThe Alligator PodcastNews: The Worst That Could HappenOn today's episode, we have UF international student Abdulquadri Abiru on to discuss his upbringing in Nigeria, the #ENDSars movement, and the power of social media in affecting social change.
2020-11-1632 minThe Alligator PodcastWeekly News Roundup: November 9-13On this week's roundup, Malala Yousafzai to speak at UF, virtual classroom volunteers needed for Alachua County Public Schools, and UF foreign language professors voice concerns over in-person classes.
2020-11-1306 minThe Alligator PodcastAvenue: Gainesville Music VenuesOn today's episode, Lauren talks to two people involved in the Gainesville music scene about how COVID-19 has affected the industry.
2020-11-1124 minThe Alligator PodcastNews: There's Other ElectionsOn today's episode, I talk to five different Alligator reporters to recap the state and local elections that are most relevant to the UF and Gainesville community.
2020-11-0930 minThe Alligator PodcastWeekly News Roundup: November 2-6On this week’s roundup, we take a look at how Election Day played out this year in Alachua County.
2020-11-0606 minThe Alligator PodcastNews: The WorkaroundOn today’s episode, we have Alligator Staff Writer Declan Walsh on to break down the popular vote movement, Florida’s legacy during elections, and the future of the electoral college.
2020-11-0223 minThe Alligator PodcastWeekly News Roundup: October 26-30On this week's roundup, activist Linda Sarsour speaks at UF, East Hall closes to make room for quarantine space, and NASA awards contract to East Gainesville engineering firm.
2020-10-3005 minThe Alligator PodcastAvenue: Break The SealOn today's episode, I talk with Avenue columnist Lonnie Numa about having Halloween in a pandemic, coping with existential dread, and the cinematic genius of the 2005 Disney Channel Original Movie “Twitches.”
2020-10-2632 minThe Alligator PodcastWeekly News Roundup: October 19-23On this week's roundup, UF administration develops new app for online students, many students unable to vote in SG election, and UF undergraduate application deadline moved back.
2020-10-2306 minThe Alligator PodcastSports: Pack The SwampOn today's episode, we have Alligator Online Sports Editor Payton Titus on to discuss her breaking news about UF football's 19 COVID cases, Dan Mullen's postgame comments, and the College Football Playoff.
2020-10-1932 minThe Alligator PodcastWeekly News Roundup: October 12-16On this week's roundup, the UF-LSU football game is postponed, the search for a new CJC dean is down to two candidates, and UF overhauls its COVID-19 dashboard.
2020-10-1605 minThe Alligator PodcastNews: Building the East Gainesville BeatFor today’s episode, we have Alligator Beat Reporter Edysmar Diaz-Cruz on to discuss her coverage of East Gainesville, the idea of objectivity in journalism, and soul food.
2020-10-1233 minThe Alligator PodcastWeekly News Roundup: October 5-9On this week's roundup, UF plans for in-person spring classes, Gator Party wins big in SG elections, and students protest to change the name of the Reitz Union.
2020-10-0906 minThe Alligator PodcastNews: Spray Paint RemoverOn this week’s episode, I wander around Gainesville on game day and have a conversation with veteran Gainesville bar owner JD Chester about reopening Florida.
2020-10-0530 minThe Alligator PodcastWeekly News Roundup: September 28-October 2On this week's roundup, Florida moves into phase 3 of reopening, UF approves furlough policy, and new weekly market debuts at Heartwood Soundstage.
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2020-10-0206 minThe Alligator PodcastNews: Public Service AnnouncementOn this week's episode, we have Alligator Election Reporter Steven Walker on to break down everything you should know about mail-in voting, COVID guidelines, and the different ballot measures up for approval.
2020-09-2831 minThe Alligator PodcastWeekly News Roundup: September 21-25On this week’s news roundup, UF Fall 2020 commencement to be virtual, relatives of George Floyd speak to UF, and online student government elections are rejected.
2020-09-2505 minThe Alligator PodcastSpecial: It Wasn’t The SameOn this week's episode, three UF freshmen speak on how the COVID-19 pandemic has shaped their transitions into college.
2020-09-2129 minThe Alligator PodcastWeekly News Roundup: September 14-18This week, UF spring break is canceled, Norman Hall catches fire, and the university updates its mask protocols.
2020-09-1805 minThe Alligator PodcastNews: A Bad ReputationOn this week's episode, we bring on iconic UF journalism professor Mike Foley to speak on the difficulties of teaching online, tell of his complicated journey to UF, and get a surprise pop quiz on AP style.
2020-09-1430 minThe Alligator PodcastWeekly News Roundup: September 7-11This week, UF faculty wage increases unlikely, fraternity rush week moved online, and County Commission rejects indoor gathering registration requirement.
2020-09-1105 minThe Alligator PodcastNews: An IntroductionFor today's episode, we have current Alligator Editor-in-Chief Kyle Wood on to talk about his background in journalism, the Alligator’s fall coverage and the identity crisis of transferring from FSU to UF.
2020-09-0727 minThe Alligator PodcastWeekly News Roundup: August 31-September 4This week, a UF student in Hume Hall tested positive for COVID-19, protesters voiced concerns over the Gainesville Police Department budget, and much more, all to be covered in the first weekly news roundup of the semester.
2020-09-0407 minThe Alligator PodcastNews: Where Are We Now?For the first episode of the fall semester, we bring on summer Editor-in-Chief Christian Ortega and University Reporter Ariana Aspuru to recap how the major issues of the summer impacted UF, Gainesville and The Alligator.
2020-08-3147 minThe Alligator PodcastSports: Remember Series: Florida football against Kentucky 2019Today, we bring on Editor in Chief of the Alligator, Kyle Wood, to discuss Kyle Trask's coming out party against Kentucky in 2019. After a gruesome leg injury to then-quarterback Feleipe Franks, Trask stepped in and brought the Gators back from an 11-point deficit to beat the Wildcats in Lexington.
2020-08-1437 minThe Alligator PodcastWeekly News Roundup August 3-7Billy Nye the Science Guy to speak at UF. Florida football capacity issues due to the pandemic and UF housing issues all on this week's Weekly News Roundup.
2020-08-0708 minThe Alligator PodcastSports: Remember Series: Florida Volleyball vs. Nebraska 2018Today, we are joined by former Alligator editor and current Tampa Bay Times report, Mari Faiello, to discuss Florida's National Championship rematch against Nebraska.
2020-08-0536 minThe Alligator PodcastWeekly News Roundup: July 27-31Why are your Covid-19 test results delayed? Covid-19 testing information, racial reform on campus and much more in this week's weekly news roundup.
2020-07-3106 minThe Alligator PodcastSports: Remembering: Florida Softball Against Team USA 2020Today we continue our "Remember" series by bringing on AlligatorSports writer Payton Titus to discuss UF's exhibition against Team USA, a team which fielded three former Gators.
2020-07-2940 minThe Alligator PodcastNews: UF Covid-19 Numbers Are MisleadingToday we are joined by University Administration reporter Ariana Aspuru, who wrote about UF's Covid-19 numbers being misleading, only reporting those who have shown symptoms.
2020-07-2735 minThe Alligator PodcastSports: Remembering: Florida basketball against Auburn 2020Today, we have on Alligator Sports Editor, Brendan Farrell, to discuss Florida basketball's 69-47 victory over Auburn in January. The Gators knocked off the No. 4 team in the country that day at home, despite being unranked.
2020-07-2434 minThe Alligator PodcastWeekly News Roundup July 13-17This week, ICE pulled back its policy requiring international students to take an in-person class to stay in the United States, UF unveils more plans to have students in person in the Fall and much more.
2020-07-1706 minThe Alligator PodcastNews: UF students, faculty attempt to maneuver ICE order to send home international studentsToday we are joined by Alligator digital editor Anna Wilder as well as staff writer Aurora Martinez to discuss their story on ICE's order to send home all international students who do not have an in-person class this fall. We also discuss UF students and faculty attempting to get around that order with a one-credit hybrid course offered to international students to keep them in the United States.
2020-07-1331 minThe Alligator PodcastSports: Remember Series: Florida football against Auburn 2019Remember when Florida beat Auburn in the Swamp in 2019 on homecoming? Today we bring on Dylan O'Shea, AlligatorSports staff writer, to relive LaMical Perine's touchdown run, Donovan Stiner's interception and much more of that game.
2020-07-101h 04The Alligator PodcastWeekly News RoundupToday we are joined by Alligator staff writer Dylan O'Shea to discuss UF's reopening plan, an LGBTQ+ group that has put together a survey for UF students and faculty and Alachua County Sheriff's Office mental health program.
2020-07-0330 minThe Alligator PodcastSports: Remembering: The Heave To CleveRemember when Florida beat Tennessee in football off a 63-yard hail mary? Today we relive the moment with long-time Alligator staff member and future sports editor River Wells.
2020-07-0251 minThe Alligator PodcastNews: UF Plan To Resume Class On Campus Approved By Board Of GovernorsToday we have Nicole Rodriguez back on to tell us about UF's plan to return students and faculty to campus in the fall, which was unanimously approved by Florida's board of governors.
2020-07-0127 minThe Alligator PodcastNews: The Voices of GainesvilleIn today's episode, we bring on Avenue Editor Nora O'Neill to discuss the Avenue's latest series, The Voices of Gainesville. This series gives a voice to black business, art and culture throughout Gainesville and UF.
2020-06-1727 minThe Alligator PodcastSports: Will Florida make the College Football Playoff?Today we have future Alligator Sports editor, River Wells, on to discuss the preseason love that Florida is getting. Are they worth the hype? Is UF CFP bound?
2020-06-1155 minThe Alligator PodcastStudents Urge More Research Into UF's Racial HistoryToday we have Alligator student government reporter, Meghan McGlone on to to discuss her story about UF's ties to slavery.
2020-06-1031 minThe Alligator PodcastSports: The NBA is backToday, we have former Alligator Sports editor Kyle Wood on to discuss the NBA's plan to resume the season at Walt Disney Resorts' Wide World of Sports. We also discuss the stalemate in negotiation between MLB players and owners, as well as the upcoming NFL season.
2020-06-0550 minThe Alligator PodcastNews: Weekly News Round UpYour Alligator podcast weekly news round up: UF alumn gets loan on Shark Tank, Florida board approves UF plan for opening campus in the fall, updated Title IX policy and online proctoring raises privacy concerns.
2020-05-2906 minThe Alligator PodcastNews: Baring All - Café RisqueWe bring on Peyton Whittington, an Alligator contributor, who spent over a year reporting on Café Risque, a Gentleman's Club not far down I-75 in Gainesville. Peyton tells us about the people who occupy the poles and what life is really like in this line of work.
2020-05-2741 minThe Alligator PodcastSports: When will they be back?We bring on former Alligator Sports editor and current USA Today writer, Tyler Nettuno, to discuss the impact COVID-19 has had on sports and when sports may possibly come back.
2020-05-2544 minThe Alligator PodcastWeekly News Round UpCOVID-19 updates, UF returning to campus in the fall, sports return date and much more in this week's weekly news round up.
2020-05-2209 min
The Alligator PodcastSports: What if Florida hired Dan Mullen when it hired Jim McElwain in 2015?In today's episode, we bring on Brendan Farrell, sports editor of the Alligator, on to discuss the sports' section's "What If" series.
2020-05-2240 min
The Alligator PodcastNews: Gainesville’s undocumented immigrants navigate COVID-19 without federal aidIn this episode, we are joined by enterprise editor Emma Bautista, who wrote about undocumented workers in Gainesville dealing with the COVID-19 pandemic without government aid.
2020-05-2025 min