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PlatformPlatform Episode 68 - Mark Wojda
For the latest episode of Platform podcast, Kentucky's Mark Wojda reflects on his time as an up and coming skater during the early 2000s. He discusses his time riding for Salomon, Remz and USD, as well as Denial, Genre and Create Originals. Mark also talks about his popular sections in Genre is Dead and The One Video, as well as an incident that hospitalised him while filming for the latter. He also talks about life after pursuing the pro skater dream, moving to Connecticut, becoming a physio therapist and starting his own family. If you thought...
2023-04-191h 56
PlatformPlatform Episode 65 - Scott Quinn (Part 1)This episode of Platform podcast feels extra special because it features my favourite Scottish skater of all time, and someone I have spent a lot of time with over the years, Scott Quinn. He talks about being put on Razors through Chaz Sands, going to America for the first time, getting a pro skate and the pressure of filming a promo for it, living at Unit 23 Skatepark for various years and moving to Copenhagen and filming for both of David Sizemore's projects. He also discusses working in the industry, first as the team manager for Razors, then handling UK...
2023-03-012h 10
PopaHALLicsPopaHALLics #80 "Here Come the Kings"PopaHALLics #80 "Here Come the Kings"We ponder pop mysteries, such as: What's with Tom Hanks' weird accent as Col. Parker in "Elvis"? Why does Tom Cruise personally thank moviegoers at the start of "Top Gun: Maverick"? (He's king of the box office, with more than $1.1 billion in ticket sales for "Maverick.") We also review streaming options "Loot," "The Old Man," "Candy," and public TV's "Seaside Hotel," with a bunch of Danish actors you've never heard of. Theaters:"Elvis." Austin Butler is electrifying as the King in this highly stylized biopic from Baz...
2022-07-1528 min
Amherst Wired NetworkMarked As Read: Worst romance tropesIn this week's episode, Celina talks romance novels, the worst relationship tropes, Scottish men and fan fiction with seasoned reader Brianna Repetto.
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Produced by: Celina Rivernider
Edited by: Kacey Connolly
Music by: Trevor Wilson
Email Celina at crivernider@umass.edu or follow her on Twitter @crivernider.
For all book updates, follow @celinareads on Instagram.
2021-03-2931 minAmherst Wired Network(Fake) Blonde Moment: Addison Rae and Demi Lovato's documentary seriesOn this weeks episode, Chad and Grace discuss Addison Rae’s music debut, Kylie Jenner’s GoFundMe page, Demi Lovato’s documentary series and UMass’s fall semester plan.
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Produced by: Chad Douty and Grace Sherwood
Edited by: Kacey Connolly
Music by: Trevor Wilson
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2021-03-2430 minAmherst Wired Network(Fake) Blonde Moment: The Grammys**Note: This episode was recorded over zoom due to COVID-19 restrictions. Audio quality may be effected.
On this week's episode, Chad and Grace recap the 2021 Grammy Awards, discuss the upcoming Oscar nominations and go over UMass's Blarney shutdown.
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Produced by: Chad Douty and Grace Sherwood
Edited by: Kacey Connolly
Music by: Trevor Wilson
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2021-03-1636 minAmherst Wired NetworkMarked As Read:"A Little Life" part twoIn this episode, Celina unpacks the second half of "A Little Life" by Hanya Yanagihara, giving her final thoughts and takeaways on the novel. This episode does include some mild spoilers, but they won't affect your experience if you do decide to read this novel.
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Produced by: Celina Rivernider
Edited by: Kacey Connolly
Music by: Trevor Wilson
Email Celina at crivernider@umass.edu or follow her on Twitter @crivernider.
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2021-03-1536 minAmherst Wired Network(Fake) Blonde Moment: Meghan Markle and Prince Harry*Note: This episode was recorded via zoom due to COVID-19 restrictions. Audio quality may be affected.
On this week's episode, Chad and Grace recap Meghan Markle and Prince Harry's recent interview with Oprah and discuss Grammy nominations and performances, closing with shoutouts to women who empower them most.
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Produced by: Chad Douty and Grace Sherwood
Edited by: Kacey Connolly
Music by: Trevor Wilson
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2021-03-0932 minAmherst Wired Network(Fake) Blonde Moment: Golden Globes, hair salons and rebootsOn their first episode of Spring semester, Chad and Grace go over their candid moments of winter break, recap this year's virtual Golden Globes and discuss their opinions on the surge of streaming services.
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Produced by: Chad Douty and Grace Sherwood
Edited by: Kacey Connolly
Music by: Trevor Wilson
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2021-03-0232 minAmherst Wired NetworkThe Zoo Report: Spring semesterOn their first episode of the semester, Chloe and Kacey go over the state of UMass amid COVID-19 and activities for off campus students.
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Produced by: Kacey Connolly
Edited by: Kacey Connolly
Music by: Skinny Kenny
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Email Chloe at cplindahl@umass.edu or message her on Twitter at chloelindahl1.
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2021-02-2534 minAmherst Wired NetworkGoons Talk Tunes: Taylor Swift, The Weeknd's halftime show and Tik Tok hitsOn their first episode of their second season, Nick and Emma discuss Taylor Swift's new winter albums, Halsey's pregnancy and Lorde's comeback along with a recap of The Weeknd's halftime show and Tik Tok's latest hits.
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Produced by: Nick Contardo and Emma Calnan
Edited by: Kacey Connolly
Music by: Skinny Kenny
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2021-02-2135 minAmherst Wired NetworkIntrospective Ramblings: Treatment by Fire by Celina RiverniderA poem by UMass Amherst student Celina Rivernider. Read more at Amherst Wire.
Produced by: Celina Rivernider
Edited by: Kacey Connolly
Email Celina at crivernider@umass.edu.
2021-02-1501 minAmherst Wired NetworkMarked As Read: #BeanDad versus "The Road" dadOn the first episode of 2021, Celina compares the #beandad Twitter controversy to the father from "The Road" by Cormac McCarthy.
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Produced by: Celina Rivernider
Edited by: Kacey Connolly
Music by: Trevor Wilson
Email Celina at crivernider@umass.edu or follow her on Twitter @crivernider.
For all book updates, follow @celinareads on Instagram.
2021-02-1533 minAmherst Wired NetworkGoons Talk Tunes: Maggie Rogers, LANY and holiday tracksOn the last episode of the semester, Nick and Emma discuss the new Bleachers and Bruce Springsteen collab, Maggie Rogers' and Billie Eilish's Tik Tok content and their favorite holiday tracks.
Produced by: Nick Contardo and Emma Calnan
Edited by: Kacey Connolly
Music by: Trevor Wilson
Email Nick Contardo at ncontardo@umass.edu or follow him on Twitter @ContardoNick.
Email Emma Calnan at ecalnan@umass.edu or follow her on Instagram @emma.cal.
2020-11-2326 minAmherst Wired NetworkThe Zoo Report: Things to do during winter breakOn the last episode of the semester, the girls go over finals week and things to do during winter break, ending with a special rendition of their closing segment "Cloutiest Couples: Holiday Hunnies."
Produced by: Kacey Connolly
Edited by: Kacey Connolly
Music by: Trevor Wilson
Email Kacey at keconnolly@umass.edu or follow her on Twitter @kaceyconnolly1.
Email Chloe at cplindahl@umass.edu or follow her on Twitter @cplindahl1.
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2020-11-1952 minAmherst Wired NetworkIntrospective Ramblings: Lavendar by Celina RiverniderA poem by UMass Amherst student Celina Rivernider. Read more at Amherst Wire.
Produced by: Celina Rivernider
Edited by: Kacey Connolly
Email Celina at crivernider@umass.edu.
2020-11-1801 minAmherst Wired Network(Fake) Blonde Moment: Spring semester, Super Bowl Halftime Show and Tayshia AdamsOn the last episode of the semester, Chad and Grace go over who they would prefer to see at the Super Bowl Halftime Show, what spring semester will look like for freshman and the arrival of the new Bachelorette Tayshia Adams.
Produced by: Kacey Connolly
Edited by: Kacey Connolly
Music by: Trevor Wilson
Email Grace Sherwood at gsherwood@umass.edu or follow her on Twitter @graceygrace22.
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2020-11-1836 minAmherst Wired NetworkThe Zoo Report: Sheila Lynch on New York City during Biden's winOn this week's episode, the girls talk with UMass senior Sheila Lynch on her experience in New York City as Joe Biden was declared president-elect.
Produced by: Kacey Connolly
Edited by: Kacey Connolly
Music by: Trevor Wilson
Email Kacey at keconnolly@umass.edu or follow her on Twitter @kaceyconnolly1.
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2020-11-1242 minAmherst Wired Network(Fake) Blonde Moment: Ariana Grande's TikTok shade and Taylor Swift's album rightsOn this week's episode, Chad and Grace go over Taylor Swift's win against Scooter Braun and Ariana Grande's strong opinions toward famous TikTokers, ending with the wildest Reality TV Re-cap yet.
Produced by: Kacey Connolly
Edited by: Kacey Connolly
Music by: Trevor Wilson
Email Grace Sherwood at gsherwood@umass.edu or follow her on Twitter @graceygrace22.
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2020-11-1134 minAmherst Wired NetworkGoons Talk Tunes: Relaxing tracks to unwind with.On this week's episode, Nick and Emma discuss relaxing tunes to unwind with during these stressful times.
Produced by: Kacey Connolly
Edited by: Emilee Klein
Music by: Trevor Wilson
Email Nick Contardo at ncontardo@umass.edu or follow him on Twitter @ContardoNick.
Email Emma Calnan at ecalnan@umass.edu or follow her on Instagram @emma.cal.
2020-11-0914 minAmherst Wired NetworkThe Zoo Report: Post electionOn this week's episode, Kacey and Chloe discuss Election Night, reviewing voter outcomes roughly 24 hours after the polls closed.
Upcoming Events:
Post Election Community Support for International Students
Pandemic Pressure: A Women's Guide
TCSA Singles' Day
Election sources and helpful news articles:
Washington Post's Live Election Updates
CBS News
NPR (riots)
CNN
Mental health resources
Produced by: Kacey Connolly
Edited by: Kacey Connolly
Music by: Trevor...
2020-11-0545 minAmherst Wired NetworkIntrospective Ramblings: Destine by Celina RiverniderA poem by UMass Amherst student Celina Rivernider. Read more at Amherst Wire.
Produced by: Celina Rivernider
Edited by: Kacey Connolly
Email Celina at crivernider@umass.edu.
2020-11-0401 minAmherst Wired Network(Fake) Blonde Moment: One Direction perfume, Ariana Grande's new album and ChristmasOn this week's episode, Chad and Grace go over Ari's raunchy new album "Positions," discuss whether or not Rhianna will ever return to music and when Mariah Carey will defrost Christmas.
Produced by: Kacey Connolly
Edited by: Kacey Connolly
Music by: Trevor Wilson
Email Grace Sherwood at gsherwood@umass.edu or follow her on Twitter @graceygrace22.
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2020-11-0334 minAmherst Wired NetworkThe Zoo Report: Elise Hankis on quarantining at the UMass HotelThis week the girls talk with UMass senior Elise Hankis about her two week quarantine at the UMass Hotel followed by a royal "Cloutiest Couples" segment.
Event Registrations:
COVEN-19 virtual event
BCT Lecture
Smart About Money
Produced by: Kacey Connolly
Edited by: Kacey Connolly
Music by: Trevor Wilson
Email Kacey at keconnolly@umass.edu or follow her on Twitter @kaceyconnolly1.
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2020-10-2944 minAmherst Wired Network(Fake) Blonde Moment: Space cowgirls, prequel season and Harry Styles fan fictionOn this week's episode, Chad and Grace predict this year's most popular Halloween costumes followed by a discussion on upcoming sequels to "Legally Blonde," "Hocus Pocus" and "After."
Produced by: Kacey Connolly
Edited by: Kacey Connolly
Music by: Trevor Wilson
Email Grace Sherwood at gsherwood@umass.edu or follow her on Twitter @graceygrace22.
Email Chad Douty at cdouty@umass.edu or follow him on Twitter @chad_Douty.
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2020-10-2733 minAmherst Wired NetworkGoons Talk Toons: Episode twoOn this week's episode, Nick and Emma talk with a special guest about concept albums, new music and some spooky tunes that will be sure to fulfill your Halloween spirit.
Produced by: Kacey Connolly
Edited by: Emilee Klein
Music by: Trevor Wilson
Email Nick Contardo at ncontardo@umass.edu or follow him on Twitter @ContardoNick.
Email Emma Calnan at ecalnan@umass.edu or follow her on Instagram @emma.cal.
2020-10-2619 minAmherst Wired NetworkThe Zoo Report: Dan Dimitrov on grad school and family abroadOn this week's episode, the girls talk with UMass graduate student Dan Dimitrov about careers and having family abroad during COVID-19, ending with another round of their new segment "Cloutiest Couples."
Produced by: Kacey Connolly
Edited by: Kacey Connolly
Music by: Trevor Wilson
Email Kacey at keconnolly@umass.edu or follow her on Twitter @kaceyconnolly1.
Email Chloe at cplindahl@umass.edu or follow her on Twitter @chloelindahl1.
Follow The Zoo Report on Instagram @thezooreport_ and on Twitter @report_zoo. Message them any stories you...
2020-10-2334 minAmherst Wired NetworkIntrospective Ramblings: Dried Roses by Celina RiverniderA poem by UMass Amherst student Celina Rivernider. Read more on the Amherst Wire.
Produced by: Celina Rivernider
Edited by: Kacey Connolly
2020-10-2100 minAmherst Wired Network(Fake) Blonde Moment: Ariana Grande, broken toilets and Paw PatrolOn this week's episode, Chad and Grace go over new music from Ariana Grande and Adele, upcoming movies and UMass's NCAA probation status, ending with a Reality TV Re-cap on the season premiere of "The Bachelorette."
Produced by: Kacey Connolly
Edited by: Kacey Connolly
Music by: Trevor Wilson
Email Grace Sherwood at gsherwood@umass.edu or follow her on Twitter @graceygrace22.
Email Chad Douty at cdouty@umass.edu or follow him on Twitter @chad_Douty.
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2020-10-2133 minAmherst Wired NetworkMarked As Read: Episode TwoIn this week's episode, Celina gives cozy, scenic and scary book recommendations in light of spooky season and the recent crisp Autumn weather.
Produced by: Celina Rivernider
Edited by: Kacey Connolly
Music by: Trevor Wilson
Email Celina at crivernider@umass.edu or follow her on Twitter @crivernider.
For all book updates, follow @celinareads on Instagram.
2020-10-1927 minAmherst Wired NetworkThe Zoo Report: Halloween activities in AmherstThe girls discuss some of their favorite Halloween activities to do in Amherst, ending with their new "Cloutiest Couples" segment followed by a revival of the infamous "Doghouse."
Produced by: Kacey Connolly
Edited by: Kacey Connolly
Music by: Trevor Wilson
The Fight to Vote for the Right Vote
Bodies at Risk
Investing in Change
Disappearing Snails of Hawaii
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2020-10-1630 minAmherst Wired Network(Fake) Blonde Moment: Cat backpacks, Christmas music and Kardashian brawls.Chad and Grace discuss the rise of early Christmas music and Mariah Carey versus Ariana Grande, ending with a recap of Kendall and Kylie Jenner's biggest brawl yet.
Produced by: Kacey Connolly
Edited by: Kacey Connolly
Music by: Trevor Wilson
Email Grace Sherwood at gsherwood@umass.edu or follow her on Twitter @graceygrace22.
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2020-10-1332 minAmherst Wired NetworkGoons Talk ToonsIn their pilot episode, Nick and Emma introduce their music tastes, highlighting their most listened to quarantine hits and local band favorites.
Produced by: Kacey Connolly
Edited by: Emilee Klein
Music by: Trevor Wilson
Email Nick Contardo at ncontardo@umass.edu or follow him on Twitter @ContardoNick.
Email Emma Calnan at ecalnan@umass.edu or follow her on Instagram @emma.cal.
2020-10-1221 minAmherst Wired NetworkThe Zoo Report: Dan Norment on in person classes during COVID-19This week the girls talk with UMass Senior Dan Norment about in person classes among COVID, ending with a re-vamped "Hot Takes" segment.
Produced by: Kacey Connolly
Edited by: Kacey Connolly
Music by: Trevor Wilson
Email Kacey at keconnolly@umass.edu or follow her on Twitter @kaceyconnolly1.
Email Chloe at cplindahl@umass.edu or follow her on Twitter @chloelindahl1.
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2020-10-0932 minAmherst Wired NetworkMarked As Read: Episode OneIn the pilot episode of Marked As Read, Celina shares how she began reading for fun again and how anyone can find something they enjoy reading too. If you're spending too much time on your phone, can't seem to find a book that you love or are looking for some book recommendations, this is the episode for you.
Produced by: Celina Rivernider
Edited by: Kacey Connolly
Music by: Trevor Wilson
Email Celina at crivernider@umass.edu or follow her on Twitter @crivernider.
2020-10-0730 minAmherst Wired Network(Fake) Blonde Moment: Reality TV, Quarantine Trends and Celebrity BabiesOn the first episode of the semester, Chad and Grace recap quarantine, mourn the loss of "Keeping Up With the Kardashians" and discuss Dunkin' fiascos.
Produced by: Kacey Connolly
Edited by: Kacey Connolly
Music by: Trevor Wilson
Email Grace Sherwood at gsherwood@umass.edu or follow her on Twitter @graceygrace22.
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2020-10-0133 minAmherst Wired NetworkThe Zoo Report: Post QuarantineOn their first episode of 2020, Kacey and Chloe come back with a recap of their trip abroad, COVID in Europe and what their remote semester will look like.
Produced by: Kacey Connolly
Edited by: Kacey Connolly
Music by: Trevor Wilson
Email Kacey at keconnolly@umass.edu or follow her on Twitter @kaceyconnolly1.
Email Chloe at cplindahl@umass.edu or follow her on Twitter @chloelindahl1.
Follow The Zoo Report on Instagram @thezooreport_ and on Twitter @report_zoo.
2020-09-3033 min