Shows
The Writer's EdgeRachel Expresses SentimentsThe Writer’s Edge podcast is proud to support NSU studentaudio production by hosting audio projects published in the Digressions Literary and Art Journal. The following spoken word piece by Rachel Harris is being published in the 2025 issue of Digressions and is titled "Sentiments." About this piece, Rachel has said “it is structured like a text to a friend.Through my personal experience, I've grappled with transparency and finding balance in how much to trust others. This piece shines a light on thoughts that many people have." We hope you enjoy it.2025-04-0604 min
The Writer's EdgePranav Presents a Musical TriptychThe Writer’s Edge podcast is proud to support NSU student audio production by hosting audio projects published in the Digressions Literary and Art Journal. The following three musical selections by Pranav Police are being published together in the 2025 issue of Digressions under thetitle TryptyX . About this piece, Pranav has said “"The inspiration for TriptyX comes from triptych art, where three pieces are displayed side by side with shared features. In TriptyX, I aimed to blend my atmospheric melodies withbouncy drums while maintaining consistent sonic elements across the tracks. I believe this project best represents my musical style at this...2025-04-061h 00
The Writer's Edge"That's News to Us," Episode 8What is the Society of Animation, Gaming, and Entertainment, what condiment do UK pubgoers wrestle in, and who inspired David Bowie's simple-minded character from the song "Jean Genie"? Find out in this episode of “That’s News To Us,” featuring Dr. Evan Haskell and students from NSU student club SAGE--the Society of Animation, Gaming, and Entertainment: Geneve, Revanth, and Christopher.
“That’s News to Us” is a news quiz show where guests compete in games built around current and wacky news. It is a collaboration between Mako Radio, housed in NSU’s Department of Communication, Media, and the Arts, a...2024-09-271h 02
The Writer's EdgeSavage Makes PeaceAn interview with NSU faculty Dr. Terry Savage, of the NSU Department of Conflict Resolution Studies, about his work mediating international conflict, reconciliation, and justice, and the role of writing and communication in these processes. His work spans many countries and institutions, from South Africa to Nepal in support of non-profit and non-governmental organizations, as well as groups like the United Nations.
2024-09-2043 min
The Writer's Edge"That's News to Us," Episode 7What does it take to work for Mako Radio, how many convicted murderers wrote songs for the Beach Boys’ 20/20 album, and what exactly is “cucumber time”? Find out in this episode of “That’s News To Us,” featuring Dr. Megan Fitzgerald—NSU Faculty and Mako Media Network adviser—as well as students who work for Mako Media Network: Will Rupprecht, Marlee Card, and Zach
Mueller.
“That’s News to Us” is a news quiz show where guests compete in games built around current and wacky news. It is a collaboration between Mako Radio, housed in NSU’s Department of Communicati...2024-09-131h 04
The Writer's EdgeThe Writer's Edge Talks "Rhetoric"This episode is a short exploration of the concept of "rhetoric" as it applies to persuasive messages designed to engage audiences. The WCC Assistant Director Cailin provides an introduction to this term that all writers should be familiar with, in hopes that you can improve your writing process.
2024-09-0605 min
The Writer's EdgeCAPS Prepares You for the Career FairAn interview with NSU staff members Johnny and Aliesha looking at the career services and events provided through NSU's Center for Academic and Professional Success. We talk about strategies for professional communication and presentation, as well as the upcoming Career Fair on Feb 13. Check out the CAPS site for more info about career services and events for NSU students and alumni.2024-02-0631 min
The Writer's EdgeThe WCC Hosts a(nother) News Quiz ShowA collaboration between the WCC and NSU's own student-run radio station to host a monthly news quiz show (originally aired Nov. 9 on Mako Radio). Student guests include NSU Undergraduate Student Government Association leadership Manas, Shweta, Ava, and Annie, and our faculty guest was Kandy Lopez, NSU faculty and director of the B.A. in Art + Design program. We hope you enjoy it as you learn a bit about the news. Find out more about NSU's Mako Radio programming.
2023-11-1557 min
The Writer's EdgeThe WCC Celebrates World College Radio DayA collaboration between the WCC and NSU's own student-run radio station to host a news quiz show on World College Radio Day (Oct. 6, 2023). Student contestants include Mako Media Network staff Madison, Lauren and Danna, and our faculty guest was Dr. Kevin Dvorak, executive director of the WCC. We hope you enjoy it as you learn a bit about the news. Find out more about NSU's Mako Radio programming.2023-10-111h 01
The Writer's EdgeJulia Juxtaposes Jukebox JamsA showcase of NSU student Julia, recent graduate of the Master of Arts program in Composition, Rhetoric, and Digital Media. In this audio project designed to explore shared meaning making across generations, she brings together clips from the most popular music from 1950 to 2020, letting us hear the evolution of music over time. Her project is titled “Music through the Decades,” and we hope you enjoy it.
2023-09-1312 min
The Writer's EdgeAlexis, Paula, Kiara, and Nelson Resolve the World’s ProblemsAn interview with NSU students Kiara, Paula, and Alexis, and NSU faculty member Dr. Nelson Bass, of the NSU Department of Humanities and Politics, about the Nova International Relations Association and their work participating in model United Nations events.
2023-09-0645 min
The Writer's EdgeThe Writer's Edge Talks "Process"This episode is a short exploration of the concept of "process" as it applies to writing and communication. Stuck in a your writng process? You might need to rethink the strategies you use as you navigate the process. This is the one of a series of short episodes that will be published in-between our standard length episodes in order to explore concepts that all writers should be familiar with.
2023-08-3006 min
The Writer's EdgeJeremy and Eric Chat about AIAn interview with NSU faculty Dr. Jeremy Weissman, of the NSU Department of Humanities and Politics, and Dr. Eric Mason, of the NSU Department of Communication, Media, and the Arts, about the emergence of AI text generators such as ChatGPT and their potential effects on the teaching of writing and on education more generally. Note: Cover image of robots chatting provided by AI image generator Dall-E 2.2023-04-1241 min
The Writer's EdgeHailee, Jared, Chris, Aidan, and Amanda Fight Plastic PollutionAn interview with NSU students Hailee, Jared, Chris, and Aidan, as well as Dr. Amanda Furiasse from the NSU Department of Humanities and Politics discussing their work as part of the IN-SIGHT Think Tank--a group of independent student researchers bringing humanities perspectives to bear on real-world problems. They're currently partnering with Montachem International to develop ideas for how to curb plastic pollution. Find out more about their work through the NSU Center for Applied Humanities (https://hcas.nova.edu/humanities). 2023-03-2235 min
The Writer's EdgePranav Curates Mind-Bending SoundscapesA showcase of curated beats by NSU student Pranav, whose work was submitted and accepted to the Digressions Literary and Art Journal, becoming
the first ever audio production to be published as part of the journal in its 20-year history. The soundscape presented here combines elements of hip-hop, drill music, and monastic chant, and exemplify, as Pranav states, the “unique drum patterns and melodies” and “precise mixing” that serve as the “foundation” of his musical creations. You can listen to more of Pranav’s music on Youtube under the alias “XTC 1993."
2023-03-0811 min
The Writer's EdgeDiane and Marlisa Digress(ed)An interview with Dr. Marlisa Santos and NSU alumna Diane, the original faculty advisor and student editor of the Digressions Literary & Art Journal (then the Digressions Literary Magazine). This interview celebrates the 20th anniversary of the journal and is guest-hosted by the current Digressions faculty advisor, Dr. Mario D'Agostino. Listen in as they discuss their experiences working on the journal, the journal's origins, and more. To see what they're discussing, check out the online archives of Digressions.2023-02-2345 min
The Writer's EdgeJordan, Sabrina, Tatyana and Carlos Contemplate Self and CommunityA showcase of audio productions by four NSU students in the MA in Composition, Rhetoric, and Digital Media program: Jordan, Sabrina, Tatayana, and Carlos. Their works are short pieces of nonfiction and fiction both critical and creative, and designed to focus our attention on issues of embodiment, emotion, and identity. We hope you enjoy them.
2023-01-2513 min
The Writer's Edge'Aolani Parodies News RadioA showcase of student podcaster 'Aolani, created when she was a graduate student in the NSU Master of Arts program in Composition, Rhetoric, and Digital Media. In this episode, you’ll hear an audio drama that was inspired by the infamous “War of the Worlds” 1938 radio broadcast and the 2022 attempted insurrection at the US Capitol. Her work invites you to follow along with a fictional radio broadcast as conditions become increasingly dire but leading, as she says, to a “happy, although uncomfortable ending.” It’s titled simply “January 6th” and we hope you enjoy it.2022-12-0708 min
The Writer's EdgeJanay, Graciel, and Bianca Document ActivismAn interview with NSU student filmmakers Janay, Graciel, and Bianca, discussing their work creating the award-winning documentary film, The Halls of Power, which looks at the life and work of local activist and political organizer Elijah Manley, who ran for the Florida State Legislature at the age of 22. Watch the trailer and learn how you can view it and support its distribution. Next screening is at NSU on 1/19/23.2022-11-2347 min
The Writer's EdgeThe Writer's Edge Talks "Genre"This episode is a short exploration of the concept of "genre" as it applies to writing and communication. This is the fourth in a series of short episodes that will be published in-between our standard length episodes in order to explore concepts that all writers should be familiar with. These short "keyword" episodes will typically be supplemented by a post on our SharkWrites blog that provides additional information and resources related to the concept being focused on.2022-11-0905 min
The Writer's EdgeHolland Writes with Words and SoundA showcase of a student podcast by Holland, created when she was a graduate student in the Master of Arts program in Composition, Rhetoric, and Digital Media. This episode is an original story called "The Waterfall" that she wrote and recorded, supplemented by background audio she curated to help us hear, as she says, the ”human impact on the natural order of things.”2022-11-0204 min
The Writer's EdgeThe Writer's Edge Talks "Invention"This episode is a short exploration of the concept of "invention" as it applies to writing. This is the third in a series of short episodes that will be published in-between our standard length episodes in order to explore concepts that all writers should be familiar with. These short "keyword" episodes will typically be supplemented by a post on our SharkWrites blog that provides additional information and resources related to the concept being focused on.
2022-10-2607 min
The Writer's EdgeStephen Explains Copyrights and CopywrongsAn interview with NSU Copyright Officer Stephen Carlisle, talking about his efforts to educate the NSU community about the nature of copyright protections, and the limits of using copyrighted materials in education and research. Check out his copyright blog at http://copyright.nova.edu. 2022-10-1240 min
The Writer's EdgeThe Writer's Edge Talks "Audience"This episode is a short exploration of the concept of "audience" as it applies to writing. This is the second in a series of short episodes that will be published in-between our standard length episodes in order to explore concepts that all writers should be familiar with. These short "keyword" episodes will typically be supplemented by a post on our SharkWrites blog that provides additional information and resources related to the concept being focused on.2022-10-0507 min
The Writer's EdgeMike and Adam Provide CommentaryA showcase of a podcast recorded by two alumni of the NSU Master of Arts program in Composition, Rhetoric, and Digital Media, who were concurrently the Director and Assistant Director of NSU Student Media. Listen to hear them explore the sonic history of Flash-based video games in a podcast episode they’ve titled “Directors’ Commentary.”2022-09-2827 min
The Writer's EdgeThe Writer's Edge Talks "Inquiry"This podcast is a short exploration of the concept of "inquiry" as it applies to research writing. This is the first in a series of short episodes that will be published in-between our standard length episodes in order to explore concepts that all writers should be familiar with. These short "keyword" episodes will typically be supplemented by a post on our SharkWrites blog that provides additional information and resources related to the concept being focused on.2022-09-1403 min
The Writer's EdgeKelly and Janine Work TogetherAn interview with Dr. Kelly Concannon and Dr. Janine Morris of the NSU Halmos College of Arts and Sciences, talking about the value of collaboration and their work as co-editors of a collection titled Emotions and Affect in Writing Centers recently published by Parlor Press and nominated for the 2023 CCCC Outstanding Book Award. 2022-09-0747 min
The Writer's EdgeThe Writer's Edge Team Re-CentersAn intro to some of the Writer's Edge hosts for this semester and a discussion of what it means for our writing and communication center to be returning to in-person consultations after primarily meeting with students remotely for two years.2022-08-3129 min
The Writer's Edge"Professor Pathologizes Polysyndeton"An interview with Dr. Robert Speth of the NSU College of Pharmacy, talking about the teaching and practice of ethics. Why the weird title then? Two reasons: 1. Dr. Speth is engaged in a "war on 'and'" as a way to improve his writing (polysyndeton is the excessive use of conjunctions like "and"), and 2. The title serves as an example of how writers sometimes sensationalize science, unethically focusing on issues unrelated to the text's or individual's main message (which in this case is about the duty of professionals to communicate ethically with the public). Learn more about Dr. Speth.2022-04-1946 min
The Writer's EdgeRachel, Emma, Julia, and Adit Get SocialA showcase of NSU student podcasters Rachel, Emma, Julia, and Adit, graduate students in the Master of Arts program in Composition, Rhetoric, and Digital Media. All four work as Graduate Assistant Coordinators in the NSU Writing and Communication Center as part of their social media team. Presented here are two episodes of their “Get Social” podcast where they explore the challenges of engaging audiences and collaborating on social media platforms.2022-04-0524 min
The Writer's EdgeLeanne Gets Us Thinking about the BrainAn interview with Dr. Leanne Boucher of the NSU College of Psychology, talking about her research into the body and the brain, and what it tells us about learning and communication, as well as her efforts to communicate science to the public. Check out her children's books about the brain.2022-03-2232 min
The Writer's EdgeBianca Explores Everyday SoundscapesA showcase of NSU student podcaster, Bianca, a graduate student in the Master of Arts program in Composition, Rhetoric, and Digital Media. In a podcast episode titled “See What You Hear,” she explores the soundscape of the everyday world by talking with two guests--Luciana and Vinnie--about how they visualize unknown sounds from the world around them.2022-03-0815 min
The Writer's EdgeJessica Lays Down the RhythmAn interview with Professor Jessica Muñiz-Collado of the NSU Halmos College of Arts and Sciences, discussing her work composing music for commercial media (including the Writer's Edge theme music), as well as leading music ensembles and teaching music composition through the NSU Department of Communication, Media, and the Arts.2022-02-2235 min
The Writer's EdgeNicole and Noemi Dive into the "Fire"A showcase of NSU student podcasters, Nicole and Noemi, who share an episode of their "Parchment to Portrait" podcast where they discuss the differences between the book and movie versions of J.K. Rowling's Harry Potter series, focusing on the first four chapters of Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire.2022-02-081h 13
The Writer's EdgeDarius Discusses DissertatingAn interview with NSU visiting professor Dr. Darius Cureton about the defense of his dissertation about technology adoption at HBCUs (historically Black colleges and universities) and the strategies he used for navigating the dissertation writing process. 2022-01-2529 min
The Writer's EdgeAdam and Mike Direct the Future of Student MediaAn interview with Adam and Mike, the director and assistant director of NSU Student Media (NSU's student-run newspaper, radio station ,and television channel) about the future of student media under their guidance, and the challenges of communicating with students during and post-pandemic.2022-01-1136 min
The Writer's EdgeJasmine Lays Out the Evolution of DesignA showcase of NSU student podcaster Jasmine, a student in the NSU M.A. in Composition, Rhetoric and Digital Media program, who looks at the the state of print and digital design, talks with Dr. Eric Mason of the NSU Department of Communication, Media, and the Arts about the tools and trajectories of learning to be a designer, and then provides a walkthrough of setting up a document within the popular desktop publishing program, Adobe InDesign. 2021-11-3020 min
The Writer's EdgeThe WCC Gives GiftsA conversation between Writer's Edge hosts Aidan, Bilal, Emma and Eric about gift giving as communication. Includes a discussion of the rhetoric of gift giving and strategies for giving meaningful gifts, especially amid the challenging conditions of the 2021 holiday season.2021-11-1642 min
The Writer's EdgeCampus Cursive Spreads the Love (Letters)An interview with Dr. Molly Scanlon, of the NSU Department of Communication, Media, and the Arts, about her work with Campus Cursive, an NSU student organization that spreads positivity by leaving anonymous letters and bundles for people to find. See more of what this group has been up to at: https://www.instagram.com/nsucampuscursive2021-11-0235 min
The Writer's EdgeAnthony and Monique Marvel at Streaming StorytellingA showcase of NSU student podcasters, Anthony and Monique, where they discuss the next chapter of storytelling in the Marvel Cinematic Universe as it shifts toward distributing film and tv shows on the Disney+ platform. 2021-10-1944 min
The Writer's EdgeFlo Composes Her Own DestinyAn interview with Dr. Flo Davis, an NSU Alumna of the speech pathology program where we discuss her new novel, Bloodstone's Jinx, and the challenges and charms of running an independent publishing company, Aces Destiny. Check out their latest books at: https://www.acesdestiny.com/book-catalog .2021-10-0528 min
The Writer's EdgeSofia, Rick, Rey, and Alexander Keep the Current CurrentAn interview with Sofia, Rick, Rey, and Alexander--students working on NSU's official student-run newspaper, the Current--about the writing, research, and creativity needed to bring news and opinions to NSU students. Check out the latest news at https://nsucurrent.nova.edu/ .2021-09-2134 min
The Writer's EdgeThe Writer's Edge Team Gets Back in the HabitAn intro to the Writer's Edge hosts for this semester and some discussion of our own writing habits. 2021-09-0723 min
The Writer's EdgeAthena and Rick Digress DigitallyAn interview with NSU students Athena and Rick, who oversaw the 2021 issue of Digressions, NSU's Literary and Art Journal, to discuss producing the first totally digital volume of the journal. Read full issues at https://nsuworks.nova.edu/digressions/2021-04-1322 min
The Writer's EdgeAidan, Monique, Adam, and Anthony Stay on BrandA showcase of NSU student podcasters Aidan, Monique, Adam, and Anthony, who discuss the design elements that make a brand distinctive and memorable, from color choices to audio jingles.2021-03-2331 min
The Writer's EdgeDanielle and Melissa Bring the Consultant to the ClassroomAn interview with Danielle P. and Melissa V.--WCC staff in charge of our fellows programs--discussing how and why the WCC connects consultants directly with composition and biology courses in order to support student writers.2021-03-0926 min
The Writer's EdgeDominique Uplifts Black VoicesA conversation with NSU student Dominique, President and founder of the NSU student club Black-American Forum, about engaging with history and the community to support personal development and social progress.2021-03-0220 min
The Writer's EdgeMerly, Holland, and Jieun Spill the BeansA showcase of NSU student podcasters Merly, Holland, and Jieun, who discuss the connection between writing and food, and interview Dr. Carrie Helms Tippen, an author, podcast host, and the director of First-Year Writing and an assistant professor at Chatham University who shares her experiences with food and writing, and teaching students to compose through the lens of food.2021-02-2341 min
The Writer's EdgeAileen and Bianca Collect StoriesA conversation with Dr. Aileen Farrar of the NSU Department of Humanities and Politics and NSU Student Bianca about the Story Booth Project. Find out more about how you can share your story with them at https://nsudhp.wixsite.com/storybooth or https://www.instagram.com/nsu_humanities/. 2021-02-1638 min
The Writer's EdgeJomari and Frank Keep the Music PlayingAn interview with Jomari and Frank of NSU RadioX (88.5FM) about the work that goes into producing radio programming and supporting local music. Check them out and listen online at http://www.nova.edu/radiox/.2021-01-2632 min
The Writer's EdgeTatyana Samples Sonic RhetoricA showcase of NSU student podcaster Tatyana, who introduces us to the study of sonic rhetoric and explores the possibilities of sonic literacy and hip hop pedagogy in the composition classroom.2020-12-0128 min
The Writer's EdgeThe WCC Gives ThanksA discussion between Writer's Edge hosts Emma and Eric discussing communicating thankfulness. Includes a discussion of writing thank you notes and a compilation of voices from the NSU Writing and Communication Center stating what they are thankful for this semester and holiday season.2020-11-2418 min
The Writer's EdgeChristine Solves the CaseAn interview with retiring NSU professor Dr. Christine Jackson reflecting on a career of writing and teaching, and studying and writing detective fiction.2020-11-1735 min
The Writer's EdgeDarby, Julia, Kaeleigh, and Mia Keep the Show GoingAn interview with NSU students Darby, Julia, Kaeleigh, and Mia, who are involved as writers, directors, actors, and technicians in NSU theater productions, to discuss their recent project, The Mayfly, and the production of live theater during a pandemic.2020-11-1039 min
The Writer's EdgeKaitlin, Nicole, and Sabrina Pick FavoritesA showcase of NSU student podcasters Kaitlin, Nicole, and Sabrina in an episode they call "Editorial VS Creative Writing," in which they discuss the differences between these two types of writing and recall their favorite experiences composing and reading both.2020-11-0332 min
The Writer's EdgeNikki Sets Us Up for SuccessAn interview with Nikki Chasteen, Assistant Director of the NSU Writing and Communication Center, discussing thesis writing, helping other writers, and transitioning from student to full-time employee in the midst of a pandemic.2020-10-2729 min
The Writer's EdgeRichard Sings the Trues about Writing ScienceAn interview with Dr. Richard Singer, chair of the NSU College of Dental Medicine and Director of the MSCDM Program and Postgraduate Orthodontic and Dentofacial Orthopedics, where we discuss the role of writing in medical and academic professions. 2020-10-2023 min
The Writer's EdgeLogan, Jenna, and Mario DigressAn interview with NSU students Logan and Jenna, and faculty advisor Dr. Mario D'Agostino, who edited and oversaw the 2019 issue of Digressions, NSU's Literary and Art Journal, to discuss what goes into publishing this text, and how students can get involved. Also includes two authors reading their work published in the 2019 issue. Read full issues at https://nsuworks.nova.edu/digressions/2020-10-1325 min
The Writer's EdgeCarlos, Meg, and Jordan Prepare to SwipeA showcase of NSU student podcasters Carlos (producer), Meg, and Jordan (hosts), in an episode they call "Dating Against the Machine," in which they explore how users of the dating app Tinder turn themselves into multimodal projects where they construct themselves using text and images. 2020-10-0618 min
The Writer's EdgeKevin Centers in on Writing and CommunicationAn interview with Dr. Kevin Dvorak, Executive Director of the NSU Writing and Communication Center, discussing its operation and what it's like to work there, helping writers through the creative process.2020-09-3026 min