Athens Happens

Ayden McDougle and Megan Taylor discuss why there seems to be so many substantial topics dominating headlines during an election year and the potential topics that will be covered throughout the year leading up to Election Day. 

Athens Happens is a podcast brought to you by The New Political, a student publication dedicated to explaining the nuances of Ohio University, Athens and state politics. You can find new episodes at thenewpolitical.com or wherever else podcasts can be downloaded.

This podcast episode was filmed on February 1, 2024

We had the honor to be joined by Ohio University Alum Larry Hayman Esq., the driving force behind legal education at OU. Mr. Hayman was a civil litigator, specializing in election law, education law, and domestic relations. On this episode we discussed the impact of the recent passage of Issues 1 & 2, legal challenges that may arise, and the correlation to the passage of these issues in relation to Ohio being a “Battleground State”.

Athens Happens is a podcast brought to you by The New Political, a student publication dedicated to explaining the nuances of Ohio University, Athens and state politics. You can find new episodes at thenewpolitical.com or wherever else podcasts can be downloaded.

This podcast episode was filmed on November 15, 2023.

Ohio U student, and true Swifty, Riley Sargent joins us to discuss the influences of Taylor Swift, not just on her fanbase, but communities and the economy in hindsight of the Eras Tour. 

Athens Happens is a podcast brought to you by The New Political, a student publication dedicated to explaining the nuances of Ohio University, Athens and state politics. You can find new episodes at thenewpolitical.com or wherever else podcasts can be downloaded.

This podcast episode was filmed on November 1, 2023.

The New Political’s Editor and Chief, Henry Jost joins us to discuss the issues surrounding the near government shutdowns and the political chaos that might ensue with (now former) Speaker McCarthy.

Athens Happens is a podcast brought to you by The New Political, a student publication dedicated to explaining the nuances of Ohio University, Athens and state politics. You can find new episodes at thenewpolitical.com or wherever else podcasts can be downloaded.

This podcast episode was filmed on October 4, 2023.

Athens Happens is a podcast brought to you by The New Political, a student publication dedicated to explaining the nuances of Ohio University, Athens and state politics. You can find new episodes at thenewpolitical.com or wherever else podcasts can be downloaded.

This podcast episode was filmed on September 27, 2023.

Ohio U student Taylor Schneider joins us to discuss the state of Ohio Redistricting, the flaws of The Ohio Redistricting Commission, and provide insight into incarcerated Ohioans and how they factor into creating Ohio’s Congressional Districts. 

Athens Happens is a podcast brought to you by The New Political, a student publication dedicated to explaining the nuances of Ohio University, Athens and state politics. You can find new episodes at thenewpolitical.com or wherever else podcasts can be downloaded.

This podcast episode was filmed on September 20, 2023.

News Editor, Rachel Yount joins us as we discuss the outcome of Ohio’s August Issue 1 failing to amend the Ohio Constitution, the reasoning behind a Special Election, what this means for the future of Ohioans, and what is going to be on Ohio’s ballot this November. 

Athens Happens is a podcast brought to you by The New Political, a student publication dedicated to explaining the nuances of Ohio University, Athens and state politics. You can find new episodes at thenewpolitical.com or wherever else podcasts can be downloaded.

In the final episode of Athens Happens for the academic year, we talk to Opinion Writer Mark Harris about third parties and how they influence politics.

Athens Happens is a podcast brought to you by The New Political, a student publication dedicated to explaining the nuances of Ohio University, Athens and state politics. You can find new episodes at thenewpolitical.com or wherever else podcasts can be downloaded.

This podcast episode was filmed on April 26, 2023.

CREDITS:

Host/Writer: Izzy Keller - @imkelle13

Host/Writer/Editor: Ayden McDougle - @ayden_mcdougle

GUESTS:

Mark Harris - mh882117@ohio.edu

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In this episode, we talk to Ohio University student Taylor Schneider about the ethics and future of Chat GPT and other AI.

Athens Happens is a podcast brought to you by The New Political, a student publication dedicated to explaining the nuances of Ohio University, Athens and state politics. You can find new episodes at thenewpolitical.com or wherever else podcasts can be downloaded.

This podcast episode was filmed on April 19, 2023.

CREDITS:

Host/Writer/Editor: Izzy Keller - @imkelle13

Host/Writer: Ayden McDougle - @ayden_mcdougle

GUESTS:

Taylor Schneider - @itztschneids

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In this episode, we talk to Student Senate President-Elect Megan Handle, Vice President-Elect Isaac Davis and Treasurer-Elect Reagan Farmer about their plans for Senate in the 2023-2024 academic year.

Athens Happens is a podcast brought to you by The New Political, a student publication dedicated to explaining the nuances of Ohio University, Athens and state politics. You can find new episodes at thenewpolitical.com or wherever else podcasts can be downloaded.

This podcast episode was filmed on April 12, 2023.

CREDITS:

Host/Writer/Editor: Izzy Keller - @imkelle13

Host/Writer: Ayden McDougle - @ayden_mcdougle

GUESTS:

Megan Handle - @meganhandle (Instagram)

Isaac Davis - id438722@ohio.edu

Reagan Farmer - @ReaganFarmer_44

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After spring informal rush, Assistant News Editor Jack Slemenda, Staff Writer Zach Hampu and TNP Designer Annabelle Sorge talk about their experiences in Greek Life.

Athens Happens is a podcast brought to you by The New Political, a student publication dedicated to explaining the nuances of Ohio University, Athens and state politics. You can find new episodes at thenewpolitical.com or wherever else podcasts can be downloaded. 

This podcast episode was filmed on Feb. 15, 2023.

CREDITS: 

Host/Writer/Editor: Izzy Keller - @imkelle13 

Host: Megan Arnold - @meganarnolddd 

GUESTS: 

Jack Slemenda - @JackSlemenda

Zach Hampu - @Zach_Hampu

Annabelle Sorge - @Annabellesorge

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Today, Managing Editor Zach Zimmerman is interviewing Ohio University assistant professor Dr. Tom Suddes about the ongoing redistricting battle in Ohio.

Athens Happens is a podcast brought to you by The New Political, a student publication dedicated to explaining the nuances of Ohio University, Athens, and state politics.

You can find new episodes at thenewpolitical.com or wherever else podcasts can be downloaded.

Credits:

Reporter: Zach Zimmerman - @official_ZZ_

Editor/Host: Bo Kuhn - @bokuhnJOUR

Guest: Dr. Tom Suddes - @ThomasSuddes

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This week, we are talking with News Editor Maddie Harden about the sexual violence reporting process at Ohio University for an upcoming collaboration between The New Political and Ohio State’s The Lantern.

Athens Happens is a podcast brought to you by The New Political, a student publication dedicated to explaining the nuances of Ohio University, Athens, and state politics.

You can find new episodes at thenewpolitical.com or wherever else podcasts can be downloaded.

Credits:

Bo Kuhn - @bokuhnJOUR

Izzy Keller - @imkelle13

Maddie Harden - @maddieharden620

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This episode was recorded on January 19th, 2022.

This week, we take a look at the current state of the COVID-19 pandemic, compared to one year ago.

Athens Happens is a podcast brought to you by The New Political, a student publication dedicated to explaining the nuances of Ohio University, Athens, and state politics.

You can find new episodes on Monday at thenewpolitical.com or wherever else podcasts can be downloaded.

Credits:

Bo Kuhn - @bokuhnJOUR

Izzy Keller - @imkelle13

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On this episode, we will be looking at the work The New Political has done this past semester.

Athens Happens is a podcast brought to you by The New Political, a student publication dedicated to explaining the nuances of Ohio University, Athens, and state politics.

You can find new episodes on Monday at thenewpolitical.com or wherever else podcasts can be downloaded.

Stories mentioned in this episode:

Credits:

Emily Zeiler - emily_zeiler

Bo Kuhn - @bokuhnJOUR

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On this episode, we sit down with Damon Krane, a local political figure and activist who has run for public office both in 2019 and in the 2021 election, about his history in Athens, and his outlook on Athens politics in general.

Athens Happens is a podcast brought to you by The New Political, a student publication dedicated to explaining the nuances of Ohio University, Athens, and state politics.

You can find new episodes on Monday at thenewpolitical.com or wherever else podcasts can be downloaded.

Credits: 

Emily Zeiler: @emily_zeiler

Bo Kuhn: @bokuhnJOUR

Damon Krane

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On this special episode, we discuss the history of the Athens Halloween Block Party as well as talk to Mayor Patterson about the recent cancellation of the event due to the ongoing effects of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Athens Happens is a podcast brought to you by The New Political, a student publication dedicated to explaining the nuances of Ohio University, Athens, and state politics.

You can find new episodes on Monday at thenewpolitical.com or wherever else podcasts can be downloaded.

Stories referenced in this episode:

https://www.athensnews.com/culture/special_sections/a-journey-through-the-history-of-halloween-in-athens/article_6b752c54-a799-5565-b557-4f39448ab5c9.html

https://bulldog-grape-g7za.squarespace.com/news/2018/10/29/does-hallouween-benefit-athens?rq=halloween

Credits: 

Host/Writer/Manager: Emily Zeiler - @emily_zeiler 

Host/Writer/Editor: Bo Kuhn - @bo_kuhn_ 

Guest: Mayor Steve Patterson 

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This week we sit down with the Ohio University Student Senate Vice President, Elaina Tartel on what Student Senate is and her role as vice president.   

Athens Happens is a podcast brought to you by The New Political, a student publication dedicated to explaining the nuances of Ohio University, Athens, and state politics.  You can find new episodes on Monday at thenewpolitical.com or wherever else podcasts can be downloaded. 

 Credits: 

Host/Writer/Manager: Emily Zeiler - @emily_zeiler 

Host/Writer/Editor: Bo Kuhn - @bo_kuhn_ 

Guest: Elaina Tartel - @ElainaTartel  

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On this episode, we sit down with Henry Jost, a staff writer at TNP, about his article on the transition for Ohio University students from online to in-person. 

Athens Happens is a podcast brought to you by The New Political, a student publication dedicated to explaining the nuances of Ohio University, Athens, and state politics.

You can find new episodes on Monday at thenewpolitical.com or wherever else podcasts can be downloaded. 

 Credits:  

Host/Writer/Manager: Emily Zeiler - @emily_zeiler  

Host/Writer/Editor: Bo Kuhn - @bo_kuhn_  

Guest: Henry Jost - @henryjost5    

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This week we sit down with Hannah Fleming, Chief Justice of the Ohio University Student Senate Judicial Panel, who is the first female to hold the position at OU.

Athens Happens is a podcast brought to you by The New Political, a student publication dedicated to explaining the nuances of Ohio University, Athens, and state politics.

You can find new episodes on Monday at thenewpolitical.com or wherever else podcasts can be downloaded.

Credits:

Host/Writer/Manager: Emily Zeiler - @emily_zeiler

Host/Writer/Editor: Bo Kuhn - @bo_kuhn_

Guest: Hannah Fleming

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This week we sat down with one of TNP’s own Opinion Writers, Bryce Hoehn, who is also the founder of the Third Amendment Club at Ohio University.

You can find new episodes on Monday at thenewpolitical.com or wherever else podcasts can be downloaded.

Credits:

Host/Manager/Writer: Emily Zeiler - @emily_zeiler

Host/Writer/Editor: Bo Kuhn - @bokuhnJOUR

Guest: Bryce Hoehn: @bryce_hoehn

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