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UCSC Slugcast
Hosted by UCSC Division of Student Affairs and Success · EN
Hosted out of the Student Affairs and Success divisional office, UCSC Slugcast is a way for students to learn more about campus resources, services, and student stories no matter where they are. Join our team of student podcasters every week to hear interviews, news, and stories about slug life at UCSC.
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Sluglight: Introduction to the Fairytale
5d ago00:08:40Tap to summarizeA course spotlight of Introduction to the Fairytale, taught by literature professor Kimberly LauSponsored by the Division of Student Affairs and Success and produced by our student podcasters, UCSC Slugcast supports free expression of ideas. Please be aware that the views and opinions expressed by speakers are that of the speaker alone and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Similarly, views and opinions of University employees or students are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Slugcast, the Division of Student Affairs and Success, or the University.
Transcribe →The End of an Era
4w ago00:04:38Tap to summarizeAfter 6 years with Slugcast, David says goodbye to wrap up Spring 2026. I will always value my time on the podcast, and I am thankful to so many people who have contributed and listened to Slugcast. Listen in for the last episode of the quarter! Sponsored by the Division of Student Affairs and Success and produced by our student podcasters, UCSC Slugcast supports free expression of ideas. Please be aware that the views and opinions expressed by speakers are that of the speaker alone and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Similarly, views and opinions of University employees or students are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Slugcast, the Division of Student Affairs and Success, or the University.
Transcribe →Deep Dive: Semantic Satiation
4w ago00:03:59Tap to summarizeRyan discusses Semantic Satiation and how it relates to routines!Sponsored by the Division of Student Affairs and Success and produced by our student podcasters, UCSC Slugcast supports free expression of ideas. Please be aware that the views and opinions expressed by speakers are that of the speaker alone and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Similarly, views and opinions of University employees or students are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Slugcast, the Division of Student Affairs and Success, or the University.
Transcribe →Emails
4w ago00:04:07Tap to summarizeSeamus warns you about the dangers of the interwebs.Sponsored by the Division of Student Affairs and Success and produced by our student podcasters, UCSC Slugcast supports free expression of ideas. Please be aware that the views and opinions expressed by speakers are that of the speaker alone and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Similarly, views and opinions of University employees or students are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Slugcast, the Division of Student Affairs and Success, or the University.
Transcribe →Let's Talk About It: Returning home for college
May 2900:07:52Tap to summarizeGoing home for the holidays or for summer can be daunting for any college student. You have grown so much but the childhood bedroom remains frozen in time. In this weeks episode Maria shares her battles with returning home as a college student. Sponsored by the Division of Student Affairs and Success and produced by our student podcasters, UCSC Slugcast supports free expression of ideas. Please be aware that the views and opinions expressed by speakers are that of the speaker alone and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Similarly, views and opinions of University employees or students are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Slugcast, the Division of Student Affairs and Success, or the University.
Transcribe →Interview with an Electronic Music Student
May 2700:12:58Tap to summarizeChandler has a conversation with Gabe about his work, electronic music, and more.Sponsored by the Division of Student Affairs and Success and produced by our student podcasters, UCSC Slugcast supports free expression of ideas. Please be aware that the views and opinions expressed by speakers are that of the speaker alone and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Similarly, views and opinions of University employees or students are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Slugcast, the Division of Student Affairs and Success, or the University.
Transcribe →Students Vote for the Banana Slug
May 2200:29:30Tap to summarizeWe are happy to host this special episode created by Daniel Story at UCSC's DSC. Below you'll find the original description of the episode. Enjoy!40 years ago, students at the University of California, Santa Cruz, defied their chancellor and overwhelming voted to change the university's official mascot from the Sea Lions to the Banana Slugs. This is the story of that vote and the official creation of what might be the most famous university mascot of all time.Sponsored by the Division of Student Affairs and Success and produced by our student podcasters, UCSC Slugcast supports free expression of ideas. Please be aware that the views and opinions expressed by speakers are that of the speaker alone and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Similarly, views and opinions of University employees or students are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Slugcast, the Division of Student Affairs and Success, or the University.
Transcribe →Unscripted 2020 Vision
May 2000:46:33Tap to summarizeAustin does an interview with David, the head of Slugcast and reminisce about 2020 and other things. Sponsored by the Division of Student Affairs and Success and produced by our student podcasters, UCSC Slugcast supports free expression of ideas. Please be aware that the views and opinions expressed by speakers are that of the speaker alone and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Similarly, views and opinions of University employees or students are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Slugcast, the Division of Student Affairs and Success, or the University.
Transcribe →Housing is a SPORT Here: UCSC Reality Check
May 1800:09:03Tap to summarizeEveryone talks about UCSC being this peaceful forest campus by the beach… but nobody really explains what it’s like trying to actually live here.In this episode, we’re breaking down the real housing experience at UC Santa Cruz. From the lottery system and picking groups based on appointment times, to roommate randomness and the chaos of off-campus housing in Santa Cruz, it’s honestly way more intense than people expect.We get into how competitive it is, why it can be so stressful, and how your housing situation can lowkey shape your entire college experience. If you’re at UCSC or thinking about coming here, this is something you should know before you find out the hard way.Sponsored by the Division of Student Affairs and Success and produced by our student podcasters, UCSC Slugcast supports free expression of ideas. Please be aware that the views and opinions expressed by speakers are that of the speaker alone and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Similarly, views and opinions of University employees or students are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Slugcast, the Division of Student Affairs and Success, or the University.
Transcribe →HAPPY BIRTHDAY SAMMY
May 1500:02:18Tap to summarizeSeamus celebrates Sammy's Background and Birthday!Sponsored by the Division of Student Affairs and Success and produced by our student podcasters, UCSC Slugcast supports free expression of ideas. Please be aware that the views and opinions expressed by speakers are that of the speaker alone and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Similarly, views and opinions of University employees or students are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Slugcast, the Division of Student Affairs and Success, or the University.
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