Podcasts
04/17/21 11:00am
S1:E2 - Naomi Richmond: Finding Community, Hard Work, and 11 Black Women in Wharton
Listen on Spotify | Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts Cesar and Wharton sophomore Naomi Richmond explore how she found her community at Penn and how she overcame her initial struggles with courses. She also describes her realization of being one of a few black women in Wharton, her gymnast life, and giving back. If you’re interested in being a featured guest (student, alumni, etc.), feel free to fill out this form and Cesar will reach out to you: https://forms.gle/BUyUCXAkedn5noEw8 Hosted, edited, and music produced by Cesar Lainez. Podcast art by Isabel Liang. Follow Cesar on Instagram: @kingxceza.
04/17/21 11:00am
S1:E1 - Surayya Walters: Insecurity, Confidence, and DEI
Listen on Spotify | Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts Cesar and Wharton junior Surayya Walters dive into her interest in diversity, equity, inclusion, and what it means for her at Wharton. She also explains her wild Penn admissions story and how students should not be stripped of their confidence by anyone. If you’re interested in being a featured guest (student, alumni, etc.), feel free to fill out this form and Cesar will reach out to you: https://forms.gle/BUyUCXAkedn5noEw8 Hosted, edited, and music produced by Cesar Lainez. Podcast art by Isabel Liang. Follow Cesar on Instagram: @kingxceza.
04/16/21 7:26pm
S1E3 - MOSAIC X WAX
Listen on Spotify | Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts Javion and Nia sit down with the co-presidents of the Wharton Asia Exchange (WAX)—Wharton junior Miranda Gong and Wharton junior Jessica Shen—as they discuss the WAX community forum, their experiences as Asian students at Wharton, and the increased anti-Asian violence we see today. Hosted by Javion Joyner and Nia Robinson. Edited by Khalid Mohieldin and Evie Artis. Podcast music by Wataboi and John_Sib from Pixabay. Podcast art by Pwaperpro on Fiverr.
04/16/21 6:10pm
S1E2 - MOSAIC X DISC
Listen on Spotify | Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts In this episode, Javion and Nia are joined by Diversity and Inclusion Strategic Consulting's (DISC) amazing co-presidents: Wharton juniors Rania Zakaria and Tanvee Patankar. Listen up as they talk about their journey leading Wharton's first Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) club, their impactful work on Penn's campus and beyond, and their hope for greater DEI in the consulting industry. Hosted by Javion Joyner and Nia Robinson. Edited by Surayya Walters and Evie Artis. Podcast music by Wataboi and John_Sib from Pixabay. Podcast art by Pwaperpro on Fiverr.
04/16/21 6:05pm
S1E1 - Gourmand X MOSAIC Foodie Life and Gender Rights
Listen on Spotify | Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts Javion and Nia sit down with the hosts of Gourmand—Wharton junior Maggie Tang and College junior Alaina Chou—as they discuss the foodie community at Penn, pursuing an unconventional career, and blazing an innovative trail for women and college students interested in hospitality life. Follow Gourmand on Anchor and Instagram. Hosted and edited by Javion Joyner and Nia Robinson. Edited by Surayya Walters and Evie Artis. Podcast music by Wataboi and John_Sib from Pixabay. Podcast art by Pwaperpro on Fiverr.
04/16/21 6:00pm
S1E0 - The Foundations of WEDIG (Wharton Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Group)
Listen on Spotify | Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts For their pilot episode, Javion and Nia are joined by some original WEDIG members: former co-chair and Wharton senior Sola Sofela, WEDIG co-founder and Wharton senior Danny Mendelsohn, and recruiting chair and Wharton junior Jamil Atkinson. Join them as they reflect upon building a sustainable foundation for WEDIG and Wharton's DEI-related challenges. This episode is dedicated to the members of the Equal Satisfaction taskforce: Sachi (Wharton Wellness), Joanna (Wharton Wellness), Ria (Wharton Council), Bailey (Wharton Council), James (Wharton Council), Carolina (Wharton Council), Alexandra (WAB), and Eli (WAB) Hosted by Javion Joyner and Nia Robinson. Edited by Surayya Walters and Evie Artis.Podcast music by Wataboi and John_Sib from Pixabay. Podcast art by Pwaperpro on Fiverr.
03/27/21 10:34am
S6E9. Products of Divorce
Listen on Spotify | Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts The Trillest is sponsored by The Economist! Use our link, economist.com/EV51, to get a 12-week digital subscription for JUST $19 (students) or $25 (general population)! Sia and some trill colors—Lilac, Blue, and Yellow—discuss coming from divorced/separated parents. This episode gets raw, and some crying is involved, but it's very therapeutic. Tune in because this episode is RELATABLE! Hosted by Sia-Linda Lebbie. Produced by Sia-Linda Lebbie and Evie Artis, and edited by Sia-Linda Lebbie and Megan Li. Outreach assisted by Aba Sankah. Intro, outro, and ambiance music by Kannan Freyaldenhoven: @kj_frey. Podcast art by Jordan Semprevivo: @jsemp_art. Follow The Trillest on Instagram: @thetrillest_podcast. Follow Sia on Instagram: @lindalebbie.
03/20/21 11:00am
S6E8. Prioritizing Mental Health
Listen on Spotify | Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts The Trillest is sponsored by The Economist! Use our link, economist.com/EV51, to get a 12-week digital subscription for JUST $19 (students) or $25 (general population)! Sia interviews Texas A&M senior Victoria Fernandez, a young woman who has a mental health YouTube channel called "I Live to Inspire Mental Health." They discuss her YouTube channel, her bipolar and OCD disorders, and how her success has and continues to inspire others and make change! Tune in because this episode is GOOD FOR THE SOUL! Hosted by Sia-Linda Lebbie. Produced by Sia-Linda Lebbie and Evie Artis, and edited by Sia-Linda Lebbie and Megan Li. Outreach assisted by Aba Sankah. Intro, outro, and ambiance music by Kannan Freyaldenhoven: @kj_frey. Podcast art by Jordan Semprevivo: @jsemp_art. Follow The Trillest on Instagram: @thetrillest_podcast. Follow Sia on Instagram: @lindalebbie.
03/13/21 10:00am
S1E12 Daniela Schmulevich
Listen on Spotify | Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts A relaxed fit episode this week! Instead of the usual interview on a specific topic with an interviewee, Dean talks to Post-Baccalaureate Society President and personal friend, Daniela Schmulevich. Together, they discuss their feelings about family influences, backgrounds, and future plans in medicine. They go on to speak about staying positive and bring up the concept of “imposter syndrome”. Dani closes the episode out with the beautiful quote, “Write your passions in pen and your path in pencil”. Penn Pals is hosted and edited by Dean Wertz. Podcast artwork by Ava Cruz and Alec Druggan. Music by Bo Hwan Wang.
03/13/21 10:00am
S6E7. Sounds Like a Hei$t
Listen on Spotify | Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts The Trillest is sponsored by The Economist! Use our link, economist.com/EV51, to get a 12-week digital subscription for JUST $19 (students) or $25 (general population)! Sia interviews Hei$t aka Jonah Jurick—a Wharton junior who doubles as an up-and-coming hip hop artist—about his music career including his hit single "Romeo" (which was streamed over 320k times on Spotify). Tune in because this episode SLAPS!!!! Hosted by Sia-Linda Lebbie. Produced by Sia-Linda Lebbie and Evie Artis, and edited by Sia-Linda Lebbie. Outreach assisted by Aba Sankah. Intro, outro, and ambiance music by Kannan Freyaldenhoven: @kj_frey. Podcast art by Jordan Semprevivo: @jsemp_art. Follow The Trillest on Instagram: @thetrillest_podcast. Follow Sia on Instagram: @lindalebbie.
03/06/21 12:22pm
S6E6. Finding the Perfect Internship
Listen on Spotify | Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts The Trillest is sponsored by The Economist! Use our link, economist.com/EV51, to get a 12-week digital subscription for JUST $19 (students) or $25 (general population)! Sia and some trill upperclassmen–College senior Nicole Rocha, Wharton junior Yina Anyachebelu, and College junior Zoey Weisman—discuss finding internships, advice for thriving while interning, and also stress the importance of prioritizing well-being during an internship. This episode is GRRREATTTTTT! Hosted by Sia-Linda Lebbie. Produced by Sia-Linda Lebbie and Evie Artis, and edited by Sia-Linda Lebbie and Megan Li. Outreach assisted by Aba Sankah. Intro, outro, and ambiance music by Kannan Freyaldenhoven: @kj_frey. Podcast art by Jordan Semprevivo: @jsemp_art. Follow The Trillest on Instagram: @thetrillest_podcast. Follow Sia on Instagram: @lindalebbie.
02/27/21 11:00am
S1E11 Goodwell Nzou
Listen on Spotify | Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts This week, we introduce Goodwell Nzou. Dr. Goodwell takes us on his journey from Zimbabwe to researching the blood-brain barrier here in our beautiful city of Philadelphia. Born and raised in a village in rural Zimbabwe, Goodwill found interest in the natural sciences and music. Goodwill would sneak into the chemical supply closet of his school and perform experiments with old chemicals. He then traveled the world with a band playing marimba. Eventually, Goodwell moved to the states to pursue research. He also touched upon his experience of moving to a new country and absorbing and displaying different cultures. Penn Pals is hosted and edited by Dean Wertz. Podcast artwork by Ava Cruz and Alec Druggan. Music by Bo Hwan Wang.
02/27/21 11:00am
S6E5. Sorority Girls in STE(A)M Smashing Stereotypes
Listen on Spotify | Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts The Trillest is sponsored by The Economist! Use our link, economist.com/EV51, to get a 12-week digital subscription for JUST $19 (students) or $25 (general population)! Two anonymous Penn students--Teal and Purple--discuss being STE(A)M majors and also being members of Penn Greek Life. These women smash stereotypes and share their experiences dealing with toxic masculinity in the classroom. Tune in because this episode is GUUD! Hosted by Sia-Linda Lebbie. Produced by Sia-Linda Lebbie and Evie Artis, and edited by Sia-Linda Lebbie. Outreach assisted by Aba Sankah. Intro, outro, and ambiance music by Kannan Freyaldenhoven: @kj_frey. Podcast art by Jordan Semprevivo: @jsemp_art. Follow The Trillest on Instagram: @thetrillest_podcast. Follow Sia on Instagram: @lindalebbie.
02/20/21 8:24pm
S1E1. In the Beginning, God Created... Jack Antonoff
Listen on Spotify | Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts Penn first years Lauren Kim, Bella Farkas, and Vernon Wells seek to shake up mainstream notions of interdisciplinary education on The Anti-Disciplinary Podcast. In our first-ever episode, we talk about our majors, share recent classes that have interested us, and rant about Jack Antonoff’s musical genius. Join us for spontaneous music rants and good chats! Hosted by Lauren Kim, Bella Farkas, and Vernon Wells. Episode edited and music composed by Vernon Wells. Podcast art by Lauren Kim. Follow The AD show on Instagram: @theantidisciplinarypod.
02/20/21 7:40pm
S6E4. I Don't Got a Type [Gents]
Listen on Spotify | Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts The Trillest is sponsored by The Economist! Use our link, economist.com/EV51, to get a 12-week digital subscription for JUST $19 (students) or $25 (general population)! Sia and four anonymous guys — Green, Red, White, and Blue — talk attraction and dating preferences. Fetishization, microaggressions, and staying true to oneself are all discussed. This episode is HOT! [to the tune of Rae Sremmurd's "No Type"] I don't got no type (nah) Bad chicks is the only thing that I like (woo) Hosted by Sia-Linda Lebbie. Produced by Sia-Linda Lebbie and Evie Artis, and edited by Sia-Linda Lebbie. Outreach assisted by Aba Sankah. Intro, outro, and ambiance music by Kannan Freyaldenhoven: @kj_frey. Podcast art by Jordan Semprevivo: @jsemp_art. Follow The Trillest on Instagram: @thetrillest_podcast. Follow Sia on Instagram: @lindalebbie.
02/20/21 7:39pm
S1E10 Aeri Kim
Listen on Spotify | Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts This week, after a long hiatus, we have the absolute pleasure of introducing Aeri Kim. Aeri has been an instructor at Kaplan for MCAT prep for 5 years now with a background in the biological sciences and a PhD in Structural Biochemistry. Aeri begins with a small history lesson on the MCAT’s founding, the purpose of the exam, and how Kaplan plays a role in teaching students. Aeri finishes the interview by explaining common timelines and recommendations for students coming into MCAT studying. Penn Pals is hosted and edited by Dean Wertz. Podcast artwork by Ava Cruz and Alec Druggan. Music by Bo Hwan Wang.
02/13/21 9:09pm
S6E3. That's My Type [Ladies]
Listen on Spotify | Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts The Trillest is sponsored by The Economist! Use our link, economist.com/EV51, to get a 12-week digital subscription for JUST $19 (students) or $25 (general population)! Three young ladies, "Purple," "Green," and "Orange," join Sia in a discussion about sexual attraction preferences. This episode is SPICY and trill! Tall jigga, jazzy jigga, that's my type {that's my type, yeah that's my type} Smart jigga, into travel, that's my type {that's my type, yeah that's my type} Cultured jigga, free thinker, that's my type {that's my type, yeah that's my type} Hosted by Sia-Linda Lebbie. Produced by Sia-Linda Lebbie and Evie Artis, and edited by Sia-Linda Lebbie. Outreach assisted by Aba Sankah. Intro, outro, and ambiance music by Kannan Freyaldenhoven: @kj_frey. Podcast art by Jordan Semprevivo: @jsemp_art. Follow The Trillest on Instagram: @thetrillest_podcast. Follow Sia on Instagram: @lindalebbie.
02/06/21 11:00am
7. Danny Southwick, Talent, and Why It's Overrated
Listen on Spotify | Google Podcasts | Apple Podcasts In this episode, Madison and guest Danny Southwick, a doctoral student studying under Dr. Angela Duckworth, discuss why talent is overrated. Southwick argues that deliberate practice—not "talent"—generates success. Hosted and edited by Madison Jaffe. Theme music by Mawi (@mawi510) ft. Hugh Reynolds. Podcast art by Jess Tan.
02/06/21 11:00am
S6E2. Love & Longevity
Listen on Spotify | Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts The Trillest is sponsored by The Economist! Use our link, economist.com/EV51, to get a 12-week digital subscription for JUST $19 (students) or $25 (general population)! A surprise trip to Paris, long walks and good food, and playing guitar to entice a romantic interest... all of this sounds like music to my ears! This week's episode features Penn and U Chicago students, Nathalie & Jack and Sydney & Sam, detailing their long-lasting relationships and giving advice to us romantically-challenged people (haha)! Check out Syd & Sam’s podcast “Just Moved In” on all streaming platforms including Spotify and Apple Podcasts! Check out Jack’s business and check out Nathalie’s Brigadiero bakeshop, @1510bakery on Instagram! Hosted by Sia-Linda Lebbie. Produced by Sia-Linda Lebbie and Evie Artis, and edited by Sia-Linda Lebbie. Outreach assisted by Aba Sankah. Intro, outro, and ambiance music by Kannan Freyaldenhoven: @kj_frey. Podcast art by Jordan Semprevivo: @jsemp_art. Follow The Trillest on Instagram: @thetrillest_podcast. Follow Sia on Instagram: @lindalebbie.
01/31/21 2:55pm