The Pony Pod
The Pony Pod
SMU Daily Campus
Welcome to The Daily Campus podcast: the Pony Pod! Tune in for series that deep dive into campus stories of triumph and defeat and others covering politics, local news, and arts. Here, we want to talk about it all. This podcast is made by students for students and we know you'll love it! Want to keep up with us in-between episodes? Follow us! Instagram: @smudailycampus, Tik Tok: @smudailycampus, Twitter @Thedailycampus
Money Talks: Let's Do Some Girl Math
On this first episode of the Money Talks Podcast, Katie Bergelin is discussing all things girl math. Katie ventured around campus to ask students at SMU about their latest girl math purchases. She also sits down with Sydni Walker to talk about the unifying power of girl math, and Dr. Prasanthi Ramakrishnan helps Katie understand some of the economic terms that overlap in girl math.
Dec 6, 2023
21 min
The Reel Deal: Yes, Chef!
On the inaugural episode of The Reel Deal, Katie Bergelin sits down with Chef Luke Froeb. Chef Froeb is a student at SMU and the founder of Pozzo Loco, a food truck that makes handcrafted pizzas for its patrons. Listen to this episode to learn more about the process of starting your own business and the behind-the-scenes of working in the restaurant industry.
Oct 19, 2023
22 min
Ask The Expert: Harrison Buecking, Peruna Handler at SMU
In this episode, Hope Whitcraft sits down with one of SMU's Peruna handlers, Harrison Buecking. Their talk dives into what it means to be a Peruna handler, the process of becoming a handler, and some of the many misconceptions about what the job entails.
Oct 14, 2023
10 min
Ask The Expert: Olivia Arratia, SMU Professor and Photograpaher
Join Zoë Rodriguez as she sits down with Olivia Arratia, a photographer and professor at SMU. Olivia Arratia received her AA from Brookhaven College, her BFA in photography and business from Texas Womens University and her MFA from SMU. Arratia’s work reflects the social, cultural, and religious aspect of Hispanic culture through photographic prints, sculptures and book art. We discuss her family life, her journey from Southern California to Texas, how she became a professor, her artistic journey, and a quick chat about roosters.
Oct 13, 2023
14 min
Ask the Expert: Will Brett's Unexpected Journey in Pursing Piano in College
On this episode of Ask the Expert, join Bella Edmondson as she sits down with Will Brett, a current SMU junior, Mississippi native, and piano professional. They deep dive into the countless hours of practice and guidance that have helped propel him to achieve performing in front of an audience of 200 people. Will talks about the most challenging part of pursing a passion in college and offers advice to those who are doing the same. Finally, we discuss whats ahead for the young pianist and hear an excerpt of Will's talent.
Sep 26, 2023
14 min
Ask The Expert: Human Rights Scholar Liana Forss
On this episode of "Ask the Expert," Sydni Walker sits down with Liana Forss to discuss her success in using her voice on campus to protect students and impact their lives on campus. She credits it all to a program in danger– SMU Human Rights. This episode was recorded in Spring 2023 in the SMU School of Journalism’s Podcast Studio. Listen for advice on using your voice, utilizing the tools you’re given, and the struggles that the Human Rights Program faces moving forward. See Ellis Rold's story about the Human Rights program.
Aug 31, 2023
25 min
The Unexpected Story Behind Coursicle: Revisiting the Push Notification Scandal One Year Later
If you were using Coursicle in 2022, chances are you received bizarre push notifications from the company's co-founder, Joe Puccio. The scandal went viral. The incident was due to a collapse in Puccio’s mental health, but the EdTech company survived. A year after the push notifications, Puccio released a letter of explanation and apology. In a candid interview, the DC's Simone Melvin talks to Puccio about the unexpected history behind Coursicle, navigating psychological instability, and where the company stands now while serving over 1,000 colleges and universities. See the DC's previous coverage of Coursicle. See Puccio's letter of apology and explanation.
May 5, 2023
24 min
Ask The Expert: Norma Elias on Landing Dream Internships and Never Giving Up
Summer is coming and so are summer internships. Here's a story about an SMU student who landed her dream internship for this episode of Ask the Expert. Student Leader Norma Elias is an eager, passionate, and optimistic SMU transfer student from Chihuahua, Mexico, who has nailed her dream internship. She shares how she worked up to get an internship with Bain and Company. Not only does Norma get her dream internship, but she has always been a go-getter. She is president of the ALPFA club and is in leadership positions in many others. She also had her entrepreneurship in 2020. Learn more about Norma and her love for working hard.
Apr 24, 2023
16 min
Ask the Expert: Rasun Kazadi, SMU Football's alumnus, embarks on his art journey
Today we dive into a conversation with Rasun Kazadi. Ra played football at SMU before graduating last year and has begun a career as an artist in the Dallas area. Ra is a special talent on the field and in the studio and his artistic skills are putting him in the spotlight among Dallas artists. In addition to art, Ra has been involved in a number of charity organizations and community outreach programs such as the Dente Collective of which he is a cofounder. Recently Ra has been working as a graphic design artist for WeAreAllStars, a company that has introduced trading cards to college sports. In this episode I speak to Ra about his art, pain, leadership, and plans for the future. Enjoy! Twitter: @rasunlmkazadi  Art Insta: @rasunartDaily Campus Insta: @smudailycampus
Apr 17, 2023
19 min
Change the Game: VALORANT Game Changers sets the pace for an expanding industry with discussion on highest viewed female match & CLG Red's let go w/ Starriebun, akaL4ce, & Kraif
What is it like to be a female gamer working and playing in the industry? Find out more in this special edition of Change the Game. We brought a five player roster to you: Starriebun (content-creator & In Game Leader), akaL4ce (Pro Player for Complexity), and Kraif (Coach for Global Esports) walk us through their journey in VALORANT Game Changers, a program created by Riot Games to provide new opportunities and exposure for women and marginalized genders within esports. In today's Change the Game episode, we bring up recent esport and Game Changer news over groundbreaking viewership of a Game Changers team and the recent let go of a long time standing Game Changers team. Players and coaches also spoke about their outlook on the scene, how they got into it, and what it means for them to represent Game Changers. This episode is co-hosted by Saki Teng and Calicayuh, Reporter for Game Changers.
Apr 10, 2023
42 min
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