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The Carolina Podcast

The Carolina Podcast

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The Office of Student Life and Leadership at the University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill presents to you a podcast dedicated to bringing conversations from cross-campus students, staff and faculty on their lives, their organizations, their work, and their experiences in leadership.

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Episode 15: Leadership - Conversation with Zach Mercurio

The Carolina Podcast Mar 11, 2022

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Episode 15: Leadership - Conversation with Zach Mercurio

Episode 15: Leadership - Conversation with Zach Mercurio

Today, we are thrilled to introduce you to Dr. Zach Mercurio, a passionate keynote speaker, consultant, author, and professor. 

For further information, please visit the website: https://www.zachmercurio.com

Thanks, Dr. Mercurio for sparing time and joining us. We hope you enjoy the podcast!

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Mar 11, 202221:44
Episode 14: Black History and Racism(2) with Professor Sahar Heydari

Episode 14: Black History and Racism(2) with Professor Sahar Heydari

Welcome to the second episode on celebrating black history month. In this episode, Professor Heydari Fard discussed different strategies and responsibilities shared among every member of society with Jinwen. We hope you enjoy this episode! 

Sincere appreciation to Professor Sahar Heydari Fard for joining us and generously sharing valuable insights with the podcast! 


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Mar 02, 202219:14
Episode 13:Black History and Racism(1) with Professor Heydari Fard

Episode 13:Black History and Racism(1) with Professor Heydari Fard

Today, we are thrilled to introduce you to Professor ​Sahar Heydari Fard, the core faculty of the UNC Philosophy, Politics, and Economics(PPE) Program.

UNC PPE curriculum is one of the most innovative and student-focused programs on campus, providing interdisciplinary education to undergraduate students at UNC. For further information about UNC PPE, feel free to reach out at contact: https://ppe.unc.edu.

The theme of celebrating black history and social activism will last two episodes. In episode 13, we talk about what causes systematic racism and how people should evaluate the impact of history on current society. In the next episode, we continue to discussing what strategies and responsibilities are shared to solve racial discrimination.

Thanks, Professor Sahar Heydari Fard, for sparing time and joining us. We hope you enjoy the podcast!

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Feb 25, 202216:43
Episode 12: Introduction to the New Host Team

Episode 12: Introduction to the New Host Team

This episode introduces our new hosts! Jinwen and Karis joined the Carolina Podcast team this year. They are excited to bring further insights and diverse perspectives to the UNC community and beyond. We hope you enjoy the brief introduction! 


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Feb 23, 202203:22
Episode 11: Claire Hutto

Episode 11: Claire Hutto

Our conversation is with Claire Hutto who is the Director of Civic Engagement and Outreach Services. This is a great conversation and we hope you enjoy!

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Feb 04, 202215:42
Episode 10: BRASA at UNC-Chapel Hill

Episode 10: BRASA at UNC-Chapel Hill

This week my guest in Carolina Marques, a secretary for the Brazilian Student Association at UNC-Chapel or BRASA UNC-CH. The primary purpose of BRASA at UNC Chapel Hill is to establish long-lasting relationships between the Brazilian students at our university as well as with BRASA students of other universities in the United States. Join us in this great conversation about what BRASA is and how they are affecting change at UNC and beyond!

Instagram: brasauncch

Heellife: https://heellife.unc.edu/organization/brasauncch

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Jan 27, 202217:58
Episode 9: APPLES Service Learning

Episode 9: APPLES Service Learning

This week my guest is the President of APPLES Service Learning, Laura Crook! APPLES Service-Learning is a student-led program at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill that transforms educational experiences by connecting academic learning and public service. We had a great conversation about what APPLES' does for students and what it has done for her life as well! We hope you enjoy this conversation!

APPLES Service Learning:

https://ccps.unc.edu/apples/

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Jan 20, 202220:43
Episode 8: Campus Y

Episode 8: Campus Y

Welcome to 2022! Today we have a conversation we had with the Campus Y a few weeks back! This conversation has been by far one of my favorites and I hope you all enjoy getting to learn about Patrice and the Campus Y! 

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Jan 13, 202224:37
Episode 7: Greear Webb

Episode 7: Greear Webb

Today, we sat down with Greear Webb to speak about his accomplishments as a leader at UNC and in the Triangle Area. 

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Dec 10, 202124:37
Episode 6: Residence Hall Association

Episode 6: Residence Hall Association

Today I speak with the Residence Hall Association and members of their Executive Team. Join us for this enlightening conversation about their work and their organization. 

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Nov 29, 202127:01
Episode 5: Brandwein's Bagels CEO and Founder Alex Brandwein

Episode 5: Brandwein's Bagels CEO and Founder Alex Brandwein

This episode we have a conversation with Brandwein's Bagels CEO and Founder Alex Brandwein about his journey and his business. He details his experience from being in investment banking to opening up a business that serves authentic New York styled bagels! Visit Brandwein's Bagels https://www.brandweinsbagels.com

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Nov 19, 202131:13
Episode 4: Black Student Movement (54 Year Anniversary)

Episode 4: Black Student Movement (54 Year Anniversary)

This episode of The Carolina Podcast we sit down and speak with the Black Student Movement! We discuss their organization, their work, and their impact on the Carolina community! We are thrilled to have had them on as they approach their 54 year anniversary at UNC. Be sure to give them a follow on insta: @unc_bsm. 

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Nov 07, 202139:36
Episode 3: Pre-Election Breakdown & Interview with Muad Hrezi

Episode 3: Pre-Election Breakdown & Interview with Muad Hrezi

This episode we will be joined by our newest addition to The Carolina Podcast family and we'll take a look at the election in Orange County and the candidates that are running for local office. We will also have and interview with UNC alumni and candidate for the first congressional district of Connecticut, Muad Hrezi. 

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2021 Races and Candidates (with links to their websites, email, and social media)

https://www.carolinachamber.org/election-hub/


Voting Location Information 

https://www.orangecountync.gov/1216/Voting-Locations-Sample-Ballots

Oct 25, 202125:54
Episode 2: A Conversation with Irfaun & Amelie (SLCs)

Episode 2: A Conversation with Irfaun & Amelie (SLCs)

This episode of The Carolina Podcast, I sit down with Irfaun Karim and Amelie Kadackal (Student Leadership Coordinators). We talk about their experiences as students and leaders at Carolina. 

North Carolina Redistricting 2021 (10/13/2021) 11:30am - 12:30pm 

Zoom - bit.ly/redistrictingunc

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Oct 11, 202116:34
Episode 1: Carolina & Values

Episode 1: Carolina & Values

Welcome to the first episode of The Carolina Podcast! This episode, Everson talks about his story, Carolina's origins, and values. Hope you enjoy this episode and share it with your friends and family!

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Sep 30, 202116:32
The Carolina Podcast Trailer

The Carolina Podcast Trailer

Welcome to The Carolina Podcast! Our first episode launches soon! Stay tuned for more updates as we begin to embark on this journey together! See you all soon! 

Sep 21, 202101:22