VCU's Intro Into Podcasting: Moments of Change

VCU's Intro Into Podcasting: Moments of Change

by The ReVoice Network

News Society & Culture

Season 2

What’s On Your Plate?: By Alison Houpt

Prices go up, as paychecks stay the same. In this episode of VCU’s Got Issues, we’re talking about how food insecurity affects students and what the university has done to combat this issue. But is there more that can be done?

Lights, Camera… Now What?: By Bobby Holman

In this heartfelt episode, host Bobby Holman sits down with filmmaker Jacob Simmons for an honest conversation about life after film school, navigating the creative industry, and the emotional reality of graduation. From reflections on their time in the cinema department at VCU to dreams of freelance filmmaking and artistic growth, Jacob shares his personal journey, lessons learned, and the passion that keeps him pushing forward. Even when the future feels uncertain. The two discuss burnout, impostor syndrome, coming into identity, and the hustle it takes to make it in film, all while staying grounded in community and creative purpose. Whether you're a fellow film student, an emerging artist, or just someone figuring out your next steps, this episode is a reminder that it’s okay to not have all the answers — and that your story is still just beginning.

Educated… But at what cost?: By Abby Garver

In this episode of VCU’s got issues we’re discussing how higher education comes with an even higher price tag. What issues will rising tuition rates cause? Is college even worth it anymore? Listen in for some student’s perspectives.

Truth be Told: By Julia Garrett

In this episode of Truth Be Told, I will be talking with my mother who has gone through the ups and downs of caring for two sick parents at the same time. Through doctors appointments to accepting these life altering events, it will be a rollercoaster ride of emotion. She doesn’t open up much but this time she allowed herself to speak outside of her comfort zone.

Grade A Nightmare: By Sofia Feliciano-Wassil

In this episode of VCU’s Got Issues, host Sofia Feliciano sits down with VCU students to discuss their personal experiences with challenging professors—what went wrong, how it affected their academic journey, and what they wish could have been different. We also hear from a VCU academic advisor, who provides insight into what happens behind the scenes when students file complaints and how the university handles faculty concerns. Have you ever struggled with a professor and wondered what you could do about it? This episode explores both the student and administrative perspectives on one of the most common—and often unspoken—college frustrations.

Out of Room: The VCU Housing Crisis: By Tom Dunbar

Life on the Brink: Mikey and Alcoholism: By Larkin Denton

In 2022, Mikey was faced with a decision following his daughter's hospitalization. Will he continue a life of drug abuse and isolation, or involve himself in his family again, and sober up? Tune in to hear is experiences, and how he overcame them.

Canceled Jobs, College Debt: The Trump Effect: By Caroline Crain

In this episode of VCU’s Got Issues, host Caroline Crain discusses federal budget cuts from executive orders made by Donald Trump, since his return to office as President in late January. We’ll explore how these cuts have affected VCU since, VCU’s response, and hear from Jake Waldman, a political science student at VCU who lost an internship due to these cuts.

No T, All Shade: By Sarah Bishop

The decision that changed everything. On this episode of VCU’s Got Issues, we’re talking transgender healthcare, campus reactions, and why it matters.

The Landlords of Richmond: By Brooke Ash

In this episode, we explore the complex relationship between Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) and the city of Richmond, asking the provocative question: Does VCU own Richmond? When we recorded this, VCU had recently backed out of a major real estate deal, leaving $56 million in debt hanging in the balance. At the time, the state had not yet decided whether to forgive it, but the possibility alone raised questions about financial accountability and institutional power. Since then, Virginia has officially forgiven the debt. But the situation sparked a deeper conversation that still matters: What happens when a public university’s footprint keeps expanding across a city? We dive into the broader impact of VCU’s presence on Richmond, its role in gentrification, rising property values, and the displacement of longtime residents. As campus developments and new housing reshape the urban landscape, we ask: When does a university’s growth stop serving students and start redefining an entire city?

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