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KHAS Comm446 Creative Podcasting - Weekly Projects

KHAS Comm446 Creative Podcasting - Weekly Projects

by KHAS Comm446 Spring Term Students

Season 10

Audio Drama | The Noisy Friend: Soundtrack of A Friendship

They say silence is golden, but for Ayhan, it’s where the overthinking starts. Stuck in the middle of a story with a miserable ending, Ayhan is looking for a way out of his own head. Enter Lina, a friend who doesn’t just walk into a room; she storms into it with tales of vegetarian cats, robotic teachers, and a constant stream of "noise" that refuses to be ignored. But as the random chatter fills the silence, Ayhan begins to realize that Lina’s chaos might be exactly what he needs to escape his own thoughts. Is a noisy friend a nuisance, or the ultimate cure for a quiet mind? Hit play to hear why the loudest people in our lives are often the ones we need most! ______________________ [Team D ] Producer: Zulal Ervuz Script Writer: Ala’a Hijjawi Recorder/Editor:Ece Şevval Kamiloğlu Narrators: Batuhan Yavuz (As Ayhan); Yaren Su Karasu (As Lina) Marketing: Yaren Su Karasu

News | The Silent Killer: NOISE

You hear it every day, but do you know it's actually making you sick? In this episode, the team dives into the overlooked crisis of noise pollution. From the constant roar of traffic to the industrial hum of growing cities, we explore how sound levels are linked to stress, anxiety, and heart disease. We uncover why children are the most vulnerable and why it’s time for local governments to treat noise as a serious health threat. Press play to find out how to reclaim your quiet and protect your health in an increasingly loud world. ______________ [Team E ] Producer: Alp Eren Balcı Script Writer: Esat Erdem Özgün Recorder/Editor: Sarah Babar Narrator: Rihat Kol Marketing Mng: Mahmoud Tawfec Al-korom

Audio Documentary | The Silent Voice

There is always that "thing" in the background—whether it is the buzz of the environment, the ping of a message, or a voice struggling to break through. However, what do our minds experience when the sounds never seem to stop? This is where our audio documentary, titled The Silent Voice, comes into place as we conduct an autopsy of our "sonic soup." Whether it is the psychological impact of noise pollution or the discomfort of being without a screen, we examine the narrowing gap between our minds and thoughts. _______________ [Team A] Producer: Yassin Mahmoud Mohamed Salah Elhadidy Script Writer: Gülseda Dabağ Recorder/Editor: Eray Öğücü Narrator: Zeynep Cansu Sucu Marketing Mng: Ibrahim Adeel

Entertainment | Noise: When Did We Lose Silence?

Can you remember the last time your mind truly quieted down? The world is getting louder every day, and this affects not only your peace of mind but also your health. In this episode, we explore the cognitive effects of noise pollution, which the World Health Organization calls a "hidden threat," and its significant negative impact on our thinking. Are you ready to escape the chaos fueled by noise and find peace? ___________________ [Team C] Producer: Raza Bhatti Script Writer: Sara Mousa Recorder/Editor: İclal Eren Narrator: Batuhan Gencer Marketing Mng: Nur Hayat Hukumdar

Interview | The Piano in the Jackhammer

Noise pollution is now the second largest environmental threat to our health, but what is it actually doing to the way we think? In this episode, social psychologist and music producer Professor Adil Saribay reveals how chronic noise traps our brains in a state of impulsive, "rash" thinking, stripping away our ability to be systematic and deliberate. From the socioeconomic inequality of silence to the "aesthetic canvas" of experimental music, we explore why reclaiming control over our environment is essential for mental health. ______________ [Team B] Producer: Sarah Mansour Abozaid Scriptwriter: Hadeel Rasho Recorder/Editor: Yamen Najem Narrator/ Host: Jumanah Abrar Kiyani Marketing Mng: Angbeen Azeem

Season 11

Moving Back Home: The Great Pause

“I told myself it was temporary... but it’s been a year now.” How does it feel to return to your childhood bedroom after having tasted independence? This audio documentary explores the fine line between ‘feeling trapped’ and ‘feeling secure’ for young people returning home amidst rising costs and uncertain career paths. An honest reckoning with the false successes of social media. Perhaps this isn’t a failure, but simply a process of adaptation. Listen to this heartfelt story to find your own path. ________________ Production Format: Audio Documentary Produced by: Team E Producer: Sarah Babar Scriptwriter: Mahmood Alkorom Recorder/Editor: Rihat Kol Narrator: Esat Erdem Özgun Marketing Mng: Alp Eren Balıcı

Moving Back Home

______________ Production Format: Talk Show / Interview Produced by Team A Producer: Gülseda Dabağ Script Writer: Cansu Sucu Recorder/Editor: İbrahim Adeel Narrator: Yassin Hadidi Marketing Mng: Eray Öğücü

Paused Forward

You finally make it out, your own life, your own rhythm. Then suddenly, you’re back where everything started. Same room. Same people. Same version of you. In this episode, Lara returns home after chasing independence, only to confront the quiet fear of losing herself. Is it comfort, or is it a pause that turns into being stuck? Press play to hear the tension between safety and growth and the truth about moving forward. _______________ Production Format: Audio Drama Produced by: Team C Producer: Batuhan Gencer Scriptwriter: İclal Eren Recorder/Editor: Raza Bhatti Narrators: Nur Hayat Hukumdar, İclal Eren, Eray Öğücü Marketing Mng: Sara Mousa

I Want My Mommy

Ever had a moment where everything looks fine… but nothing feels okay? This episode explores the part of independence no one prepares you for. When the rent is paid, the routine is stable, and your life technically works… but you don’t. “I Want My Mommy” is a raw, darkly funny reflection on burnout, pressure, and the quiet realization that doing everything alone isn’t always a strength. Sometimes it’s just survival. Press play if you’ve ever felt like you’re holding everything together… and it’s starting to slip. ____________ Production Format: Entertainment Produced by: Team B Producer: Yamen Najem Scriptwriter: Angbeen Azeem Recorder/Editor: Sarah Mansor Narrator: Hadeel Rasho Marketing Mng: Jumanah Abrar Kiyani

Boomerang Generation: Moving Back Home

Rising living costs and economic uncertainty are pushing more young adults to move back in with their families. Known as “boomerang kids,” this situation is becoming increasingly common. Returning home after university or early work is no longer unusual—it is becoming a new reality. In this episode, we explore the reasons behind this trend: inflation, financial pressure, and changing definitions of independence. ________________ Production Format: News Produced by Team D Producer: Yaren Su Karasu Scriptwriter: Ece Şevval Kamiloğlu Recorder/Editor: Batuhan Yavuz Narrator: Ala’a Al Hijjawi Marketing Mng: Zülal Ervuz

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